Week 3 of the NFL season is upon us, and the experts at Pro Football Focus (PFF) have delivered their top betting picks, leveraging their cutting-edge Player Prop Tool. This powerful tool provides real-time projections, in-depth matchup analysis, historical hit rates, and the best available odds, all in one convenient location. It's the same advanced analytics trusted by NFL teams, now available to you.
This week's standout predictions include several compelling player prop bets:
**George Pickens (WR, Pittsburgh Steelers) Over 4.5 Receptions:** Pickens has already surpassed this mark once this season and is coming off a strong performance against the Giants. He faces a vulnerable Chicago Bears secondary, currently ranked among the league's worst in PFF coverage grade, and will benefit from the absence of their top cornerback, Jaylon Johnson. This creates a favorable situation for another productive game.
**Drake London (WR, Atlanta Falcons) Over 5.5 Receptions:** London has consistently exceeded this reception total in his first two games, demonstrating his crucial role in Atlanta's passing attack. He's set for a favorable matchup against a Carolina Panthers linebacker corps that has posted an extremely low coverage grade.
**Jahmyr Gibbs (RB, Detroit Lions) Over 4.5 Receptions:** The Baltimore Ravens have struggled defending running backs in the receiving game, allowing a league-high 17 receptions to the position through two weeks. Gibbs already boasts high target volume, further enhanced by his role in a likely pass-heavy game plan for the Lions as underdogs.
**Dak Prescott (QB, Dallas Cowboys) Over 275.5 Passing Yards:** Prescott has started the season exceptionally well, earning a top PFF passing grade. He's facing a severely depleted Bears secondary that has surrendered multiple touchdowns. Prescott's ability to make big plays, evidenced by his league-leading big-time throws, suggests another impressive performance.
**Tony Pollard (RB, Dallas Cowboys) Under 2.5 Receptions:** Pollard's involvement in the passing game has been limited this season, and his reception numbers haven't reached three or more since Week 13 of the previous season. Considering the Colts' strong performance against running back receptions and the developing chemistry between rookie quarterback Cam Ward and receiver Elic Ayomanor, Pollard's success in this area is unlikely.
**Rashod Bateman (WR, Baltimore Ravens) Over 50.5 Receiving Yards:** While this bet carries some risk, a potential shootout could increase the volume for Lamar Jackson and his receivers. Bateman's strength as a deep threat, particularly effective against zone coverages, makes him an interesting option, especially considering Detroit's tendency to use man coverage, a coverage style where Bateman historically sees fewer targets.
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