NFL Predictions for Monday Night Football Doubleheader
Alright, NFL fanatics, buckle up your seatbelts (or football helmets, whatever you’re into) because we’ve got TWO Monday Night Football games to close out Week 3. That's right, it's a double-dose of pigskin action, so cancel all other plans. Did your significant other want a nice dinner? Tell them you’ve got better plans with a bunch of sweaty athletes on TV.
We’ve got you covered with NFL predictions that will make you feel like a betting wizard, Harry! Whether you’re betting on spreads, totals, or just curious if Tyreek Hill’s gonna turn on his jets again, we've got the goods. Let’s dive into these matchups like you’re leaping into a pile of nachos at halftime!
Game 1: Tennessee Titans (0-3) vs. Miami Dolphins (1-2)
Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET
Where: Hard Rock Stadium, Miami
On: ESPN
Here’s your first helping of football, and it smells like tension and desperation! The Titans have a record as disappointing as the Wi-Fi at grandma’s house (0-3), while the Dolphins, at 1-2, are like that one friend who insists they're “fine” while their life’s falling apart.
In one corner, we have Will Levis, who's committed more turnovers than your local bakery. He’s gonna try to not give the ball away this time, which is always a solid game plan. In the other corner, Tyler Huntley is making his Dolphins debut, probably wondering if anyone has tips for learning the playbook overnight. This should be fun, right?
Game 2: Seattle Seahawks (3-0) vs. Detroit Lions (2-1)
Kickoff: 8:15 p.m. ET
Where: Ford Field, Detroit
On: ABC
In the second helping of football madness, we've got Geno Smith and Jared Goff, two QBs who are playing so well, this could be a potential playoff preview. But we’re also living in Week 3 delusion, so let’s not get ahead of ourselves.
Geno’s been cooking (figuratively, not literally like Russell Wilson), and Goff? Well, he's slinging the pigskin like it's his last day on Earth. Get your popcorn ready because this game might actually deliver some fireworks.
NFL Predictions for Monday Night Football
If your gut’s telling you to place some bets tonight, listen to it (unless your gut usually leads you astray—then maybe don’t). We’ve got picks against the spread, total game predictions, and even player props that will make you the expert at your next watercooler chat. Let’s jump into it!
NFL Picks: Titans vs. Dolphins
Spread Pick: Titans +2.5
Alright, here’s the deal: These two teams are about as bad at scoring points as I am at keeping houseplants alive. Both rank at the very bottom of the NFL for points per possession. You might think, “Hey, new QB Tyler Huntley will boost the Dolphins!” Spoiler alert: It’s not that simple, buddy. Huntley got signed after the preseason, so he’s probably still figuring out which jersey to wear.
Will Levis is like that friend who always brings chaos wherever he goes, so I get it if you're nervous. But I'm rolling with the Titans and their much better defense. They’re like that sturdy friend who you know will always help you move heavy furniture. Miami, meanwhile, is letting running backs slice through their defense like butter—giving up just 3.7 yards per carry and ranking sixth in the league.
Prediction: Titans +2.5 because their defense could probably score more than their offense at this point.
Total Pick: Under 37.5
Let’s be honest—this game is the reason they gave us TWO matchups tonight. You might end up focusing more on your nachos than the game. This total started at 47 (yes, you read that right), but like a bad TikTok trend, it plummeted all the way to 37.5.
Why? Because nobody trusts these teams to score. Since totals this low tend to hit at a mind-blowing rate, I’m sticking with history here. This game is like a slow dance at prom—awkward, uninspiring, and over before you know it.
Player Prop: Tyreek Hill Over 4.5 Receptions
It’s bananas that we’re even talking about a Tyreek Hill reception prop this low, but here we are in this bizarre football reality. The Dolphins were a disaster last week, but I believe in Tyler Huntley more than Skylar Thompson. And more importantly, I believe in Mike McDaniel—he knows how to get the ball in Tyreek’s hands. Buy the dip, people!
NFL Picks: Seahawks vs. Lions
Spread Pick: Lions -4
Detroit is 2-1 and has a point differential of +9, despite facing some solid teams (Rams, Bucs, and Cardinals). They’ve covered the spread in both their wins, but here’s the kicker: they’ve been terrible in the red zone. The Lions only score a touchdown 38% of the time in the red zone, which is about as disappointing as a surprise Zoom call.
The Seahawks may be 3-0, but let’s not pretend they’ve been beating Super Bowl contenders. They barely survived the Patriots and Broncos—two teams that have all the firepower of a wet match. If Detroit can figure out how to score more efficiently, this could turn into a Lions party real quick.
Total Pick: Under 47
Seattle has quietly put together the best defense in the NFL in terms of yards allowed per drive. Their pass rush has been relentless—pressuring quarterbacks 44% of the time. Combine that with the fact that Detroit is missing their star center, Frank Ragnow, and you’ve got yourself a recipe for a primetime under.
Night games have gone under 62.4% of the time since 2022, and both QBs have a knack for delivering in the under department. This feels like a classic grind-it-out game where fans will wish it was over before halftime.
Player Prop: Sam LaPorta Over 38.5 Receiving Yards
With the Seahawks locking down opposing wide receivers like it’s their day job, this is LaPorta’s time to shine. The Seahawks haven’t faced a top-tier tight end yet, and while they’ve done well against WRs, they’ve been less impressive against TEs. Buy in now before LaPorta’s price goes up—he's about to get a lot of looks.
Alright, football fans, there you have it! Now go place those bets, yell at the TV, and remember—Monday nights are for football (and maybe pizza).