Tennessee Titans vs. Seattle Seahawks Odds & Game Pick (2021)
One week into the NFL season, and we’re already setting records after a record twelve underdogs covered the spread in the opening week, the most in the Super Bowl era. Betting this league is unpredictable, but no one saw that coming. Week 2 brings us yet another 16-game slate, and below we’ll break down an AFC-NFC matchup that we hope to capitalize on.
Below we’ll take a closer look at the betting angle surrounding this game.
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Details
- Opening Line: O/U: 52 |SEA -6
- Current Line: O/U: 54 | SEA -6
Overview
The result for these teams couldn’t have been more different in Week 1. The Seahawks cruised to a 28-16 win at Indianapolis, while the Titans were trounced 38-13 at home by the Arizona Cardinals. Derrick Henry, who led the NFL in rushing last season with 2,027 yards, finished with a mere 58, and the Titans’ leading receiver was Chester Rogers. Yes, he’s real.
A negative game script certainly factored into Henry’s lackluster day, but the team only ran 36% of their running plays under center, compared to 72% last season. New offensive coordinator Todd Downing may want to revisit Arthur Smith’s playbook from last season to kickstart the run game.
Seattle’s Russel Wilson was his usual self, going 18-23 for 254 yards and four touchdowns. With new offensive coordinator Shane Waldron calling plays, the league should be on high alert as they take Russ off his leash. The receiving duo of DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett will be a handful for a Tennessee secondary that was just lit up by Deandre Hopkins, Christian Kirk, and Rondale Moore.
The biggest questions for both teams will be how their offensive lines respond after mediocre performances last week. The Titans’ offensive line, specifically left tackle Taylor Lewan, was victimized by Arizona’s defensive front giving up 6 sacks – including 5 by Chandler Jones.
Despite attempting to build their o-line up in recent years, the Seahawks are still searching for the perfect synergy. Newcomer Gabe Jackson graded out a paltry 62.8 according to PFF, and LT Damien Lewis failed to reach the 40.0 plateau against the Colts.
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Trends
- Titans are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games following a double-digit loss at home
- Titans are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 road games vs. a team with a winning home record
- Over is 6-1 in Titans last 7 road games
Bottom Line
After being embarrassed in their home opener, I expect Titans head coach Mike Vrabel to have his team ready for this one. Look for Tennesee to establish the run game and Lewan to rebound from his putrid Week 1 performance. I don’t expect the secondary to resolve its issues magically, so Russ may cook. Still, Tannehill will get AJ Brown and Julio Jones more involved to capitalize on an equally suspect ‘Hawks secondary.
Pick: Titans +6
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