Another Thursday night means another shot at building value through the anytime touchdown and win parlay market, and this week's AFC West clash between the Broncos and Raiders offers multiple opportunities.
With Denver entering as clear 8.5-point favorites and boasting one of the league's stingiest defenses, the focus shifts to how their ground game and red-zone weapons can capitalize. While Las Vegas continues to struggle offensively after trading away one of its top playmakers, the Broncos' balanced attack led by J.K. Dobbins and emerging rookie RJ Harvey could fuel both scoring and betting value.
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Thursday’s Best Anytime TD & Win Parlay Picks
(Odds Courtesy of FanDuel Sportsbook)
Las Vegas Raiders vs. Denver Broncos
This AFC West affair does not look like it will be a competitive game for long, with the Broncos being favored by 8.5 points. Unfortunately, we will not see two of the best players in this game, as the Raiders traded away their best wide receiver, Jakobi Meyers, and the Broncos are without injured cornerback Patrick Surtain II. The Broncos have one of the best defenses in the league, facing one of the worst offenses in the Raiders. Given the big matchup advantage and the running attack of J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey, Denver shouldn’t have many hiccups in this one.
My favorite touchdown target in this matchup is Harvey. He leads the Broncos in touchdowns with six (four rushing, two receiving). The Raiders rank seventh in touchdowns allowed to running backs at nine on the season, all have come on the ground.
Then, I also like a longshot bet, and this one is a longshot for a reason. Michael Mayer has only scored once this season, and the Broncos have only allowed three touchdowns to tight ends. One of them has been to a No. 2 TE such as Mayer, though. With all the attention on Brock Bowers, Mayer could find himself open in the red zone.
Favorite Bet: RJ Harvey/Broncos (+242)
Longshot Bet: Michael Mayer/Broncos (+699)
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