Vikings @ Eagles NFL betting tips & best odds – Week 2
Thursday Night Football kicks off Week 2 of the 2023-24 NFL season with an electrifying clash between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Minnesota Vikings at Lincoln Financial Field. Here are our expert NFL betting tips for Thursday, September 14.
Vikings @ Eagles handicap tip: Minnesota +7
In Week 1, both teams fell short of their potential. The Vikings stumbled in a game they could have won, while the Eagles narrowly scraped out a victory in a match they were expected to dominate. With a Thursday matchup on short rest, we anticipate a higher margin for error from both sides. As a result, we’re inclined to back the significant underdogs to keep it a close contest. While the Vikings have a defence that’s finding its footing, the Eagles’ offence showed signs of struggle last weekend and might need a couple of weeks to hit its stride. On the flip side, the Vikings exhibited explosiveness in their passing game, while the Eagles conceded the fourth-highest number of passing yards in Week 1.
Minnesota Vikings +7
A.J. Brown receiving yards: Over 72.5
A.J. Brown has notably bolstered the Eagles’ offensive arsenal. Though the star receiver recorded a modest 79 yards in Week 1, he’s more than capable of surpassing that figure. In the previous week, the Vikings had difficulty containing another imposing receiver, Mike Evans, who made a game-changing 28-yard touchdown catch against them as the Buccaneers triumphed in Minnesota. Brown, a player of superior talent to Evans, is poised to exploit his size advantage and dominate on Thursday against a susceptible Vikings secondary.
A.J. Brown over 72.5 receiving yards
Vikings @ Eagles anytime TD tip: Alexander Mattison
While Alexander Mattison, the Minnesota running back, didn’t have a standout performance in Week 1, he saw significant time on the field and managed to score through the air. He’s likely to have an increased role in this game, particularly in goal-line situations where his physicality makes him a prime choice. Despite the Eagles’ formidable run defence, Mattison can be a game-changer in the passing game. Given our expectation that the Vikings will put points on the board, this bet offers excellent value.
