NFL Week 14 First Touchdown Scorer Picks & Predictions: Cowboys, Chiefs, 49ers (2022)
Someone must score the first TD of the game, and my weekly article will help you increase your odds of hitting on that player based on matchups and team strengths. It features a selection for each game of the Sunday slate. And below let’s take a look at the best first touchdown bets for a few games:
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NFL Week 14 First Touchdown Scorer Picks & Predictions (2022)
Houston Texans @ Dallas Cowboys
Tony Pollard
Odds: +550 via FanDuel Sportsbook
The Texans are still the worst team against the run after allowing 174 rushing yards to the Browns last week. Teams are averaging 169.1 rushing yards per game against them, and the Cowboys are averaging 145.9 rushing yards as a team this season. They have averaged 180 rushing yards per game in their last three games, and the 17-point spread is symbolic of that. Last week, Pollard received 12 carries and three targets, while Ezekiel Elliott received 17 carries and three targets. Pollard offers more value, so he is the play.
Kansas City Chiefs @ Denver Broncos
Isiah Pacheco
Odds: +650 via DraftKings Sportsbook
The Chiefs have a tough matchup with the Broncos’ defense this week, but the Broncos’ offense is nonexistent. It is incredibly tough to take a Broncos player to score anytime, let alone to score first. Kansas City is the obvious side in this game, and Pacheco offers good value. He is becoming the go-to guy in the backfield after carrying the ball 14 times last week and 22 times in the week prior. He is getting most of the carries and has a solid chance to score against this stout defense.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ San Francisco 49ers
Brock Purdy
Odds: +1300 via Caesars Sportsbook
Brock Purdy is starting in place of the injured Jimmy Garoppolo this week and has a chance to show everyone his capabilities. He ran a 4.84-second 40-yard dash at the 2022 combine and can move well outside the pocket. In this game, both sides have plenty of options and playmakers, so the best option is to find a player with good value. Purdy offers that the game script could help him. The Buccaneers have the fourth most sacks this season, and Purdy could have to improvise in this game. Many sportsbooks have not released lines for this market, so check here for the best number.
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