Admin October 9, 2024
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The reigning MVP will get a visit from one of the emerging quarterback stars with the Washington Commanders (4-1) facing the Baltimore Ravens (3-2) on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET.
The Jayden Daniels experience continues to bring life to the Commanders fanbase; Washington throttled the Cleveland Browns and the team has won four straight games for the first time in more than a decade. Now comes the stiffest test yet for the reigning Heisman Trophy winner.
Baltimore has recovered from its 0-2 start with three consecutive wins coming from a thrilling overtime victory against the Cincinnati Bengals. Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry aren’t showing signs of slowing down, and that’s a daunting task for anyone trying to stop this two-headed monster.
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Ravens vs. Commanders odds, moneyline, over/under
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- Spread: Ravens (-6.5)
- Moneyline: Ravens (-300); Commanders (+240)
- Over/under: 52.5
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Lorenzo Reyes: Ravens 33, Commanders 30
These are the top two scoring offenses in the NFL, so I think the best play is the over, though Baltimore struggles to really blow teams out. I can actually see Washington pulling off the upset outright, so I like their chances covering here. With Jayden Daniels under center, the offense is clicking.
Tyler Dragon: Ravens 28, Commanders 23
The home stadiums for these two teams are separated by just a little over 30 miles. The Commanders are off to their best start since 2008, thanks in large part to the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year favorite Jayden Daniels. However, the Ravens are the toughest opponent the Commanders have faced this season. Lamar Jackson was electric versus Cincinnati last week.
Jordan Mendoza: Ravens 33, Commanders 31
This game feels like it’ll be a lot closer than most think. Baltimore has the ability to rip Washington apart, but don’t be surprised if the Commanders mount a potential comeback. Still, the Ravens are too much to take down.
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