The Week 9 NFL Odds Have Been Released
As the NFL season progresses, Week 9 is shaping up to be an exciting slate of games, even with the Pittsburgh Steelers and San Francisco 49ers on bye. With 15 matchups on the schedule, fans and bettors alike are eager to dive into the opening odds that have just been released. The action kicks off with a Thursday Night Football clash between the Houston Texans and the New York Jets and wraps up with a high-stakes Monday night showdown featuring the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs.
Opening NFL Week 9 Odds
The following table outlines the opening odds for all 15 games, including the spread, moneyline, and total points expected to be scored.
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Over/Under | Date/Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Texans | -1.5 (-104) | -118 | O 43.5 (-110) | Thursday, Oct. 31 |
| New York Jets | +1.5 (-118) | -100 | U 43.5 (-110) | 8:15 pm ET |
| Denver Broncos | +9.5 (-110) | +380 | O 43.5 (-110) | Sunday, Nov. 3 |
| Baltimore Ravens | -9.5 (-110) | -490 | U 43.5 (-110) | 1 pm ET |
| Las Vegas Raiders | +8.5 (-110) | +350 | O 44.5 (-110) | Sunday, Nov. 3 |
| Cincinnati Bengals | -8.5 (-110) | -450 | U 44.5 (-110) | 1 pm ET |
| New England Patriots | +3 (-110) | +146 | O 40.0 (-110) | Sunday, Nov. 3 |
| Tennessee Titans | -3 (-110) | -174 | U 40.0 (-110) | 1 pm ET |
| New Orleans Saints | -7 (-110) | -375 | O 45.5 (-110) | Sunday, Nov. 3 |
| Carolina Panthers | +7 (-110) | +300 | U 45.5 (-110) | 1 pm ET |
| Dallas Cowboys | +1.5 (-105) | +116 | O 48.5 (-110) | Sunday, Nov. 3 |
| Atlanta Falcons | -1.5 (-115) | -136 | U 48.5 (-110) | 1 pm ET |
| Miami Dolphins | +6.5 (-115) | +265 | O 47.5 (-110) | Sunday, Nov. 3 |
| Buffalo Bills | -6.5 (-105) | -330 | U 47.5 (-110) | 1 pm ET |
| Los Angeles Chargers | -2.5 (-110) | -142 | O 39.5 (-110) | Sunday, Nov. 3 |
| Cleveland Browns | +2.5 (-110) | +120 | U 39.5 (-110) | 1 pm ET |
| Washington Commanders | -3.5 (-105) | -186 | O 44.5 (-110) | Sunday, Nov. 3 |
| New York Giants | +3.5 (-115) | +156 | U 44.5 (-110) | 1 pm ET |
| Jacksonville Jaguars | +6.5 (-110) | +245 | O 47.5 (-110) | Sunday, Nov. 3 |
| Philadelphia Eagles | -6.5 (-110) | -300 | U 47.5 (-110) | 4:05 pm ET |
| Chicago Bears | -1.5 (-105) | -116 | O 45.5 (-110) | Sunday, Nov. 3 |
| Arizona Cardinals | +1.5 (-115) | -102 | U 45.5 (-110) | 4:05 pm ET |
| Los Angeles Rams | +1.5 (-110) | +108 | O 48.5 (-105) | Sunday, Nov. 3 |
| Seattle Seahawks | -1.5 (-110) | -126 | U 48.5 (-115) | 4:25 pm ET |
| Detroit Lions | -3.5 (-110) | -185 | TBD | Sunday, Nov. 3 |
| Green Bay Packers | +3.5 (-110) | +154 | TBD | 4:25 pm ET |
| Indianapolis Colts | +6.5 (-110) | +265 | O 46.5 (-110) | Sunday, Nov. 3 |
| Minnesota Vikings | -6.5 (-110) | -330 | U 46.5 (-110) | 8:20 pm ET |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | +9.5 (-110) | +360 | O 44.5 (-110) | Monday, Nov. 4 |
| Kansas City Chiefs | -9.5 (-110) | -460 | U 44.5 (-110) | 8:15 pm ET |
Notable Trends in Week 9 Odds
The Week 9 odds reveal some interesting trends, particularly in the spreads. Seven of the 15 games have opened with a point spread of 6.5 or higher, indicating that oddsmakers expect some teams to dominate their opponents. Conversely, only four games have spreads of less than a field goal, suggesting that several matchups are expected to be closely contested.
Biggest Week 9 Spread: Broncos vs. Ravens & Chiefs vs. Buccaneers
The largest spread of the week is set at 9.5 points, appearing in two key matchups. The Baltimore Ravens, currently sitting at 5-3, are favored by 9.5 points against the Denver Broncos, who also hold a 5-3 record. This game will take place in the early window on Sunday. Similarly, the Kansas City Chiefs, boasting an impressive 7-0 record, are also favored by 9.5 points against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who are at .500 with a 4-4 record. Notably, these lines opened significantly lower at DraftKings, with the Chiefs initially at 7.5-point favorites and the Ravens at just 7 points.
Highest Week 9 Total: Cowboys vs. Falcons (48.5)
When it comes to expected scoring, the highest total for Week 9 is found in the matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and the Atlanta Falcons, set at 48.5 points. The Los Angeles Rams vs. Seattle Seahawks game also shares this total, although the juice is leaning towards the under. The Cowboys have been particularly explosive this season, going 4-2 O/U, with all four overs surpassing the 50-point mark. The Falcons, while 4-4 O/U, have hit the over in four of their last five games, with all those contests exceeding 50 points.
Lowest Week 9 Total: Chargers vs. Browns (39.5)
On the flip side, the matchup between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Cleveland Browns has the lowest total of the week, set at just 39.5 points. This is the only total that opened under 40 points. The Chargers have struggled offensively, tying for the best under bet in the league with a 1-6 O/U record through seven games. The Browns, meanwhile, have also leaned towards the under, staying below 40 points in six of their eight games this season.
As the excitement builds for Week 9, bettors and fans alike will be keeping a close eye on these odds and trends, ready to make their predictions and enjoy another thrilling weekend of NFL action.