Talk the Line: Early breakdown of NFL Week 17 odds

Every Sunday night, oddsmakers drop the upcoming week’s NFL betting lines, and if you are wondering if the opening spreads look accurate, we’ve got you covered.

Each week, FOX Sports Betting Analysts Geoff Schwartz, Sam Panayotovich and Jason McIntyre will break down the opening numbers in this space and point out if they think the line is too low, too high or just right.

So, without further ado, let’s jump into their analysis for Week 17, including a tough Saturday night game for America’s Team. 

Lions @ Cowboys (-6)

Sam Panayotovich: Too low

Everybody knows the Cowboys are a different monster at home in the dome. That’s why this line is where it is. Detroit’s secondary is a problem, too. Don’t be surprised if we see -7. 

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Falcons @ Bears (-3)

Sam Panayotovich: Too high

As maddening as the Falcons have been this season, they’re a better football team than the Bears. I already bet +3 under the impression that the line closes lower. 

Jets @ Browns (-7)

Geoff Schwartz: Just right

This game will be low scoring, so the seven fits where these teams are at. The Jets defense is going to force Joe Flacco into throwing them the football a few times, which will keep this game close. 
 
Dolphins @ Ravens (-3)

Geoff Schwartz: Just right

If home field is now around two points in the NFL, this line is perfect. The Ravens get a slight bump after beating the 49ers and the oddmakers know people would love to jump on Ravens -2.5 if that line was available.

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Titans @ Texans (-3.5)

Sam Panayotovich: Just right 

Assuming C.J. Stroud clears concussion protocol and doesn’t have any setbacks at practice this week, the line should climb. But playoff pressure is a real thing. Pass for me.

Patriots @ Bills (-12)

Sam Panayotovich: Just right 

I know wise guys who will always take the Patriots at the right number because of…

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