AFC East Showdown: Bills vs. Jets on Monday Night Football
The sixth week of the 2024 NFL season comes to a close with a thrilling matchup between the Buffalo Bills and the New York Jets on Monday Night Football. The game is set to take place at MetLife Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN.
New Era for the Jets
The Jets enter this game with a new interim head coach, Jeff Ulbrich, who replaces Robert Saleh after his firing last Tuesday. Ulbrich will be looking to secure his first win as a head coach against a Bills team that is eager to bounce back from their Week 5 loss to the Houston Texans. Despite their under .500 start, the Jets still have a chance to take the top spot in their division with a win in this game.
Offensive Changes for the Jets
The Jets will be looking to jump-start their offense with a new playcaller, Todd Downing. With Aaron Rodgers at the helm, the Jets will be looking to exploit the Bills’ defense, which has been vulnerable to running backs. Breece Hall, the Jets’ running back, will be a key player to watch in this game.
Betting Trends and Props
The line for Monday’s game has shifted slightly, with the Bills now favored by just one point. The over/under for the game is set at 40.5 points. Some interesting props to watch include Aaron Rodgers’ total passing yards, Josh Allen’s total passing touchdowns, and Breece Hall’s total rushing yards.
Expert Picks
Ben Solak’s pick for this game is Breece Hall over 3.5 receptions. With the Bills’ defense surrendering receptions to running backs, Solak believes that Hall will be a key target for Aaron Rodgers in this game.
Trends to Watch
Some trends to watch in this game include the Jets’ tendency to go under the total, with four straight games going under. The Bills have also struggled in prime-time games, with a 3-7 ATS record over the past two seasons. Aaron Rodgers, on the other hand, has a strong record as a home underdog, with a 7-1 ATS record.
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