NFL Predictions: Which Way for the TNF Total?

Posted on October 12, 2017

Thursday night football is setting up to be a good one as 4-1 Philadelphia Eagles travel to Carolina to face the equally 4-1 Panthers. The division leading Eagles are riding a three game win streak but must avoid looking ahead to next week’s bout with NFC East rival Washington. The primetime lights of Thursday night should help Philadelphia in this regard. The Panthers have won two close ones in a row setting up the NFL Predictions Week 6 Thursday Night Over Under.

Odds

While the side is favoring the home team by the standard -3, the early money is on Philadelphia with about 55% of the bettors backing Wentz and Co. Our focus is on the NFL Predictions Week 6 Thursday Night Over Under however which has dropped a point to 44. It’s a lot of points for two teams on a short week, but interesting to break down either way.

Philadelphia Eagles

The Eagles have scored 27+ points in four of five games this season. They have a top 10 offense in most major categories including ranking 3rd in total yards (397.8), 5th in rushing (138.8) and 8th in passing (259). Carson Wentz is the #9 rated passer in the NFL with 10TD to just 3INT. Philly is even getting a nice contribution from LeGarrette Blount who has the 11th most yards rushing in the NFL. Of course, these numbers are going to be tested by a Carolina defense that ranks 3rd in total yards, 5th in passing, and 6th in rushing yards allowed.

Carolina Panthers

The potent Philly offense against the Carolina defense is going to be one to watch regarding the NFL Predictions Week 6 Thursday Night Over Under. Whether the total is above or below the number depends a lot on what the Panther offense can do against the Eagles defense. Carolina is middle of the pack in most major offensive categories. Philadelphia is dominant against the run, #2 in the NFL (62.8), but will give up some yards through the air (283.2)

NFL Predictions Week 6 Thursday Night Over Under

The Carolina offense is showing signs of coming to life after beating New England 33-30 and following that up with a 27-24 victory over Detroit last week. The Panthers are a talented team that can get a big lead early, especially if they find a way to get rookie Christian McCaffrey going. If Cam Newton can shine in the first half, it will allow the Panther defense to play downhill and keep the point total low.