Week 5 of the NFL season is usually when things start to figure themselves out in the league. There are some big games on the schedule this week around the league and some interesting point spreads out there.
You can bet on the NFL a number of different ways, but betting against the spread will remain a great option. Here are five of the best point spread bets to look at for week 5.
Chicago Bears at Minnesota Vikings
Bears vs. Vikings Picks
Best Bet: Vikings -7
The same issues that plagued the Chicago Bears on offense a season ago appear to be back, as this team still can’t score. Chicago has been running the football effectively, but there is absolutely no passing attack to speak of.
Minnesota comes into week 5 with a record of 3-1 and they already have some impressive wins. The Vikings have an offense that can light up the scoreboard. That’s all they need in this one.
Bet the Vikings at -7 as they roll to a home win over the Bears.
Los Angeles Chargers at Cleveland Browns
Chargers vs. Browns Picks
Best Bet: Chargers -3
Playoff hopefuls in the AFC meet up in Cleveland, as the Browns are set to host the Los Angeles Chargers. Los Angeles wants to win this game on offense while Cleveland has to win it on defense.
It’s been a slow start to the season for Justin Herbert and the Chargers offense, but he still has nine touchdown passes. Jacoby Brissett is doing his best for the Browns, but this is a team that is limited on offense.
Take the Chargers -3 as they pick up a big win on the road in Cleveland.
Detroit Lions at New England Patriots
Best Bet: Patriots -3
The New England Patriots have a mess on their hands at the quarterback position, but they still have Bill Belichick on the sidelines. New England nearly upset the Packers in Green Bay with a third-string quarterback.
Detroit came into this season with a ton of hope, but they have started off just 1-3. The Lions have been playing an exciting brand of football, but it just continues to end with losses.
Take the Patriots -3 to cover the spread at home in this game.
Miami Dolphins at New York Jets
Dolphins vs. Jets Picks
Best Bet: Dolphins -3
The Miami Dolphins will be without Tua Tagovailoa for this AFC East match-up. They are still a team with a ton of talent. Miami was 3-0 before the loss to the Bengals. They can bounce back in a hurry.
New York has been extremely impressive this season. Even though they are just 2-2 on the year, the Jets will be able to keep this game close, but the Dolphins win on the road and cover the small spread.
Tennessee Titans at Washington Commanders
Titans vs. Commanders Picks
Best Bet: Titans -2.5
It was a rough start to the season for the Tennessee Titans, but they have bounced back in a hurry. Running back Derrick Henry is back to taking over games and Tennessee comes into this game with a ton of momentum.
Washington is just 1-3 on the year and Carson Wentz doesn’t appear to be the answer at quarterback. The Commanders have the advantage of playing this game at home, but it won’t matter as the Titans win and cover.