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NFL Week 4 Odds, Picks

Matt Ehalt, Post Sports Gambling Editor/Producer and Digital Sports Editor, is in his first season at Bettor's Guide.

Pittsburgh Steelers (-1.5) over INDIANAPOLIS COLTS

We originally had the Steelers playing the Chargers at home last week, but at the last minute we switched to the Buccaneers, who gave the hapless Broncos 6.5 points.

That went about as well as the death of Anthony Richardson.

Anyway, this week we'll be rooting for the Steelers as away favorites against a scrappy Colts team.

Indianapolis' home win over the Bears last week hardly inspired confidence and included one of the worst interceptions Richardson has ever seen.

Facing a Steelers defense that leads the league in yards allowed per game is not a rebounding situation for a quarterback who is off his game.

While Richardson struggles, Justin Fields is salvaging his career in the Steel City, and this could be the week we really see him showcase his dual-threat form against a Colts team that has 179 rushing yards per game game allows.

Expect Pittsburgh to win narrowly on the road.


Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields looks for an open receiver during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, in Pittsburgh.
Justin Fields looks for an open receiver in the first half of the Steelers' 20-10 Week 3 win over the Chargers. AP

Washington Commanders (+3.5) over ARIZONA CARDINALS

If we get the hang of this, we'll be ready to support the commanders in the desert.

We understand that Marvin Harrison Jr., if healthy, will be out as every No. 1 receiver facing the Commanders this year is out – Mike Evans (six catches for 61 yards, two touchdowns) , Malik Nabers (10-127). -1) and Ja'Marr Chase (6-118-2).

The downside is that the Cardinals' defense is unable to stop Jayden Daniels, who has made 14 straight tackles following his heroics against the Bengals on Monday.


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If he has truly developed a relationship with Terry McLaurin, the Commanders' offense could be pretty good this year.

There's definitely a chance for a complete upset in this game, but we like Washington's chances of keeping it close regardless.

The Cardinals may also be without tight end Trey McBride, who is suffering from a concussion.

Last week: 1-1. Colts (W), Buccaneers (L)
Season: 1-5.

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