NFL Saturday Betting: Odds, Props, and Playoff Implications

• There are three NFL games on Saturday this week, with varying spreads, totals and moneylines.
• The LA Chargers are the only road team favored to win on Saturday.

LOS ANGELES – With three pivotal games on tap for Saturday, NFL betting lines give us a lot to digest. From tight spreads to enticing player props, the key lines and storylines make NFL Saturday an action-packed day.

Los Angeles Chargers vs. New England Patriots (1:00 PM)

The Chargers head to Foxborough as 5-point favorites at legal NFL betting sites, looking to keep their playoff hopes alive against a struggling Patriots squad.

• Spread: Chargers -5.0 (-105), Patriots +5.0 (-115)
• Moneyline: Chargers -235, Patriots +195
• Total Points: Over/Under 42.0 (-110)

Justin Herbert Prop Bets + Ladd McConkey Touchdown Odds

For Chargers QB Justin Herbert, the focus will be on his arm. The Over/Under for his passing yards is set at 231.5 (-115), a mark he has not exceeded in five of his last seven games.

Instead, look at rookie WR Ladd McConkey, who has seen steady targets (6+ in his last five games). But he only one has one touchdown over his last seven outings. At +137 odds to score on Saturday, he’s an intriguing value bet for those backing the Chargers’ offense.

Denver Broncos vs. Cincinnati Bengals (4:30 PM)

This matchup carries enormous playoff implications for the Bengals. Sitting at 7-8, Cincinnati must win to keep their postseason hopes alive.

• Spread: Broncos +3.0 (EVEN), Bengals -3.0 (-120)
• Moneyline: Broncos +155, Bengals -180
• Total Points: Over/Under 49.5 (-110)

Despite their slim chances, the Bengals are fighting to punch their ticket to January. Cincinnati’s odds to win the AFC stand at +10000, while their Super Bowl odds are a longshot at +15000.

Joe Burrow’s +12000 odds for MVP highlight just how incredible his individual season has been, even if the Bengals’ record doesn’t reflect it. Leading the league with 4,229 passing yards and 39 touchdowns, Burrow will need another big game against Denver to keep his team’s playoff dream alive.

Arizona Cardinals vs. Los Angeles Rams (8:15 PM)

The primetime showdown sees the Rams as 7-point favorites against the Cardinals, with a focus on their potent offense.

• Spread: Cardinals +7.0 (-115), Rams -7.0 (-105)
• Moneyline: Cardinals +250, Rams -300
• Total Points: Over/Under 47.5 (-110)

Los Angeles is expected to start strong, with legal sports betting sites listing their first-half total points Over/Under set at 13.5 (Over -135, Under +105). For the full game, the Rams’ team total is 27.5 (Over -120, Under -110).

Kyren Williams stands out as the favorite to find the end zone first, while deep-value bettors might look at Puka Nacua (+550) or Cooper Kupp (+650).

First Touchdown Scorer Odds

• Kyren Williams +300
• Puka Nacua +550
• Cooper Kupp +650

For those looking for competitive lines on Rams bets, Bovada is a top choice for bettors in California or other states with limited betting options.

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