Patriots vs. Vikings odds, spread, line: 2022 Thanksgiving Day NFL picks, predictions by expert who is 52-28

4 months ago CBS Sports

The New England Patriots will try to keep rolling when they visit the Minnesota Vikings as part of the 2022 NFL Thanksgiving Day schedule at U.S. Bank Stadium. After starting the season 1-3, the Patriots (6-4) have won five of their last six games, including their last three in a row. They are coming off a thrilling 10-3 victory over the Jets thanks to Marcus Jones' 84-yard punt return touchdown with five seconds remaining in the game. On Thanksgiving, New England faces a Minnesota team that has been one of the biggest surprises in the NFL. The Vikings (8-2) lead the NFC North and own the second-best record in the conference.

Kickoff is set for 8:20 p.m. ET. Minnesota is a 2.5-point favorite in the latest Vikings vs. Patriots odds from Caesars Sportsbook, while the over/under for total points scored is 42.5. Before you make any Patriots vs. Vikings picks of your own, you need to hear what SportsLine's resident Vikings expert, R.J. White, has to say.

White, a Fantasy and gambling editor for CBS Sports, consistently crushes as SportsLine's No. 1 NFL expert in picks against the spread and went 445-378-24 on his ATS picks from 2017-21, which returned $2,542 to $100 players. He's also gone a whopping 52-28-4 (+$2,053) on his last 84 picks involving the Vikings, meaning he's well-qualified for this selection. Anyone who has followed him is way up.

Now, he has locked in on Vikings vs. Patriots during the 2022 Thanksgiving NFL schedule and released a confident against-the-spread pick. Go to SportsLine to see it. Here are the NFL lines and trends for Patriots vs. Vikings:

Vikings vs. Patriots spread: Minnesota -2.5Vikings vs. Patriots Over/Under: 42.5 pointsVikings vs. Patriots money line: Minnesota -145, New England +120MIN: WR Justin Jefferson ranks second in the league in receiving yards (1,093)NE: LB Matthew Judon leads the NFL in sacks (13)

Why the Vikings can cover

Minnesota's Za'Darius Smith is a relentless attack man who is a constant presence in an opponent's backfield. The two-time Pro Bowler has 9.5 sacks this season, which ranks fourth in the NFL. He also has a career-high 14 tackles for loss, which is tied for the second most in the league.

In addition, Dalvin Cook is a rushing and receiving threat for the Vikings. Over the last six games, the 27-year-old running back is averaging 5.8 yards per touch and 103.2 yards from scrimmage per game. He also has scored six touchdowns over that span. See which team to pick here.

Why the Patriots can cover

The New England pass rush has a strong matchup against Minnesota's offense. The Patriots rank second in the NFL in sacks (36), behind only the Cowboys (42). Last week, Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins was sacked a career-high seven times by Dallas in a 40-3 loss.

In addition, receiver Jakobi Meyers is having the best season of his young career. The 26-year-old has three receiving touchdowns this season, including two in the past four games, which is more than he had coming into the season (two). He also is averaging a career-high 63.6 receiving yards per game. See which team to pick here.

How to make Vikings vs. Patriots picks

White has analyzed this matchup and while we can tell you he's leaning Under the total, he has discovered a crucial x-factor that makes one side of the spread a must-back. He's sharing it only at SportsLine.

Who wins Patriots vs. Vikings as part of the NFL Thanksgiving Day schedule 2022? And what critical factor makes one side of the spread a must-back? Visit SportsLine now to see which side of the Patriots vs. Vikings spread you should jump on, all from the NFL expert who's a commanding 52-28 on picks involving Minnesota.


Continue reading...

Read On "CBS Sports"
More News On "CBS Sports"
BREAKING NEWS
27 days ago - Wayne Shorter, jazz legend and N.J. native, dead at 89 27 days ago - What to make of Grant Williams’ surprising DNP in Celtics-Cavs matchup 27 days ago - Grading the Canucks’ Trade for Filip Hronek 29 days ago - McGhee's dramatic buzzer beater lifts Dragons into NSIC championship game 29 days ago - Buster Posey has heartfelt Scott Cousins message 12 years after collision 29 days ago - Ravi Shastri Settles Shubman Gill vs KL Rahul Debate With A Blunt Verdict 29 days ago - AMA vs KOT Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Dream11 Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update- Navi Mumbai Premier League T20, Match 2 29 days ago - Murdoch admits some Fox News hosts 'endorsed' false election fraud claims 29 days ago - LaMelo Ball breaks ankle, latest setback in rough season 29 days ago - Ball fractures ankle in Hornets’ 117-106 win over Pistons 29 days ago - Avalanche examining trade market — The Fourth Period 29 days ago - Knicks deliver statement with stifling win over NBA-best Celtics 29 days ago - Who are Jimmy and Dee Haslam, reported new Milwaukee Bucks co-owners? 29 days ago - Celtics vs. Knicks takeaways: C's go ice-cold from 3 in frustrating loss 29 days ago - UNC Basketball: Photos from win at Florida State 29 days ago - Butler's acrobatic layup, 23 points lead Heat past 76ers :: WRALSportsFan.com 29 days ago - NBA roundup: LaMelo Ball breaks ankle in Charlotte’s win over Detroit 29 days ago - Murdoch says some Fox hosts ‘endorsed’ false election claims 29 days ago - Drunk flyers getting unruly led to tighter rules: AI CEO 29 days ago - UNC Men’s Basketball Holds Off Florida State Rally, Wins Final Road Game 29 days ago - UCLA Set to Host LMU, Michigan in Midweek Battles 29 days ago - Minus Timo Meier, Sharks host new-look Canadiens 29 days ago - Elon Musk Reclaims Top Spot on Billionaires List 29 days ago - No. 9 UConn still standing ... barely ... as sole regular-season champion of Big East 29 days ago - Breaking new ground, video game engages with Holocaust 29 days ago - John Oliver Goes After SF-Based OpenAI and Its ChatGPT Product: ‘The George Santos of Technology’ 29 days ago - HAGENS BERMAN, NATIONAL TRIAL ATTORNEYS, Encourages Catalent (CTLT) Investors with Substantial Losses to Contact Firm's Attorneys, Securities Fraud Class Action Filed - Catalent (NYSE:CTLT) 29 days ago - Florida State fights hard on Senior Night, but this time the comeback bid falls short 29 days ago - How do you talk to a whole country about COVID-19? Use a GIF. 29 days ago - 1 killed as tornadoes rip through Oklahoma, California braces for more snow 29 days ago - Austin Police Department staffing crisis: 77 officers could retire by end of March as vacancies pile up 29 days ago - Alec Baldwin sued by three Rust crew members who suffer from anxiety PTSD and have blast injuries 29 days ago - Assessment Covid-19 leaked from Chinese lab is a minority view within US intel community, sources say 29 days ago - Quinta Brunson, Kevin Jay Anik’s Relationship Timeline 29 days ago - Sydney World Pride: Here’s what you need to know ahead of Harbour Bridge closure on March 5. 29 days ago - Reddit Has a Must Read Thread About The Worst Things People Have Seen at Disney World 29 days ago - Courteney Cox snubbed by ‘Friends’ at Walk of Fame star ceremony? 29 days ago - No. 1 CSI draws Snow College in Region 18 opener: 'It'll be a hard game' 29 days ago - Rochester organization working to prevent adverse childhood experiences 29 days ago - ‘Friends’ star Courteney Cox didn’t think Hollywood success was ‘possibility’ growing up in Alabama 29 days ago - Winds shred Southern Plains; California set to get more snow 29 days ago - Robbins: Zelenskyy & Navalny heroes for standing up to Putin 29 days ago - An Arizona driver was charged after plowing into cyclists, killing 2 and injuring 17 29 days ago - DeSantis clemency only option for ex-death row inmate after Supreme Court denial 29 days ago - Rupert Murdoch admits some Fox News hosts 'endorsed' false election fraud claims 29 days ago - Nolan Gould: What Happened To The Modern Family Star? 29 days ago - Chip 4 Alliance: Senior officials finally meet to discuss semiconductor supply chain 29 days ago - Zero-calorie sweetener linked to heart attack and stroke, study finds 29 days ago - ‘American Idol’ Alum Adam Lambert Made a Lana Del Rey Song Sound Like Led Zeppelin on His New Album 29 days ago - Student Association meets with Micron to potentially develop a partnership 29 days ago - Hornets vs Pistons: How to Watch Live Stream, TV Channel, NBA Start Time 29 days ago - ‘Hoping for a miracle’: Fundraiser for family of Angus man seriously injured at Collingwood-area work site raises more than $31K 29 days ago - Disney World’s Self-Governing District Now Under State Control 29 days ago - JD Vance, Sherrod Brown demand EPA, CDC start health screenings in East Palestine after train derailment 29 days ago - UConn women's basketball guard Nika Mühl surpasses Sue Bird's single-season assist record 29 days ago - Messi, Putellas headline FIFA Best award winners as Kerr makes World XI 29 days ago - Florida Governor Strips Disney of Special District Control 29 days ago - DeSantis signs bill that gives him more control of Disney’s special district 29 days ago - Chicago Bulls vs. Toronto Raptors – 2/28/23 Free Pick & NBA Betting Prediction 29 days ago - Maple Leafs answer Lightning by making trade with Blackhawks
free geoip