The Best NFL Player Prop Bets Week 2

Week 1 of the 2024 NFL season is finally here. The festivities will kick off with the Ravens visiting the Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on Thursday, September 5th. The Packers and Eagles will square off in the first-ever Brazil-based game the following evening, while a full Sunday slate will follow on September 8th.

We’ve got you covered all season long when it comes to weekly picks and updated Super Bowl 59 odds, but we’ll also take a deeper dive into NFL player props. NFL betting sites have already posted countless player-specific props in advance of Week 1. These odds are updated constantly throughout the week, so it’s generally best to get your bets in early before the books have adjusted their odds to reflect the opinions of the betting public.

Let’s dive in and pick a few winners, shall we?

NFL Player Prop Odds

Player	Prop Bet	Game
Najee Harris	Anytime TD (+195)	Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Denver Broncos
Josh Jacobs	Anytime TD (+115)	Green Bay Packers vs. Indianapolis Colts
Garrett Wilson	Anytime TD (+185)	New York Jets vs. Tennessee Titans
Mark Andrews	Anytime TD (+290)	Baltimore Ravens vs. Las Vegas Raiders
Chris Godwin	Anytime TD (+250)	Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Detroit Lions
Joe Mixon	Over 66.5 Rushing Yards (-115)	Houston Texans vs. Chicago Bears
Ezekiel Elliott	Over 41.5 Rushing Yards (-115)	Dallas Cowboys vs. New Orleans Saints
Brock Bowers	Over 41.5 Receiving Yards (-105)	Las Vegas Raiders vs. Baltimore Ravens
Terry McLaurin	Over 49.5 Receiving Yards (-115)	Washington Commanders vs. New York Giants
Deebo Samuel	Anytime TD (+110)	San Francisco 49ers vs. Minnesota Vikings

NFL Player Props Today

The following NFL player prop bets are courtesy of the top sports betting sites:

Najee Harris Anytime Touchdown (+195)

Najee Harris enters Week 2 with an appealing touchdown prop given his usage as the lead back for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Though Harris didn’t find the end zone in Pittsburgh’s Week 1 win in Atlanta, he remains the focal point of Pittsburgh’s run game.

Last season, he logged 8 total touchdowns, all on the ground. There was talk of Jaylen Warren potentially eating into Najee’s work, but Harris was the go-to guy last week. Harris played 56% of the Steelers’ snaps to Warren’s 31%, while Cordarrelle Patterson saw a small workload as the No. 3 guy. The Steelers are also expected to start Justin Fields at QB again this week, which brings another unique element to the rushing attack.

Despite concerns about Pittsburgh’s offensive line, Harris is still heavily utilized in goal-line situations. Warren is more of a pass-catcher, while Patterson is a change-of-pace type. This week, the Steelers draw an advantageous matchup against the lowly Denver Broncos in Colorado. Just last week, Denver allowed Seattle’s Kenneth Walker III to run the ball 20 times for 103 yards and a TD.

The Broncos finished 29th in rushing EPA a season ago, and there’s little reason to expect improvement from the rebuilding squad this term. They also allowed 15 rushing touchdowns to their opponents, while the Seahawks found paydirt twice on the ground back in Week 1.

With Fields leading a fairly shaky passing attack, I’d expect the Steelers to try to establish the ground game in this one. Pittsburgh is also a road favorite, so there’s a decent chance they’ll rely on Najee to help milk the clock if they jump out to an early lead.

Harris’ odds of +195 to score represent good value for a player who will almost certainly be involved in high-leverage plays near the goal line.

Josh Jacobs Anytime Touchdown (+115)

Josh Jacobs is coming off of a down season, but he’s just a couple of years removed from leading the NFL in rushing yards and touchdowns. The Green Bay Packers signed him away from Las Vegas as a free agent this offseason in an attempt to bolster the run game behind Jordan Love.

Unfortunately for Green Bay, Love will be sidelined for the next few weeks after suffering a knee injury against the Eagles. That means Malik Willis will start on Sunday when the Packers host the Colts. Willis has played sparingly over his first few NFL seasons, and his next passing touchdown in a regular season game will be the first of his career.

As a result, it’s safe to assume the Packers will lean heavily on Jacobs to help take the pressure off of the inexperienced quarterback. Jacobs is quite clearly the bell cow here, as he played 73% of Green Bay’s snaps in Week 1. He racked up 84 yards on 16 carries for a tidy average of 5.3 yards per attempt, though he didn’t score a touchdown. Backup Emanuel Wilson impressed with 46 rushing yards of his own, though he only logged 4 carries and played a paltry 24% of the snaps.

The matchup against the Indianapolis Colts appears to be a favorable one for Jacobs, too. Indianapolis was absolutely gouged by Joe Mixon and the Texans’ rushing attack last week. Houston racked up 213 rushing yards on 40 attempts, which comes out to 5.3 yards per tote. Mixon also supplied a rushing touchdown while accounting for 159 of those yards.

Jacobs scored half as many touchdowns in 2023 as he did when he plunged into the end zone 12 times in 2022, but injuries also limited him to fewer games. He’s back healthy this year, and the Packers clearly have plans to make him a core part of their offensive game plan on a weekly basis.

Jacobs was a red-zone beast 2 years ago, proving his ability to convert in short-yardage situations. The Packers’ offense will continue to feed Jacobs the ball, especially near the goal line, making him a terrific candidate to find the end zone against a defense that has shown vulnerability against the run in recent seasons.

The Packers are slight 3.5-point underdogs in this one, but they won’t abandon the run game unless they fall into a major early deficit. Jacobs is listed at +115 to score, which seems a little low for a guy who should get as much volume as he will in this one. Jacobs will be the centerpiece of the Packers’ offensive game plan.

Garrett Wilson Anytime Touchdown (+185)

Garrett Wilson is one of the game’s brightest young receivers, yet his production has been hampered by the New York Jets‘ shaky quarterback play over his first 2 years in the league. Even with Zach Wilson serving as the team’s primary QB, Garrett Wilson has managed to top 1,000 yards receiving in each of his first 2 pro campaigns.

If Week 1 was any indication, Wilson should continue to see a heavy workload with Aaron Rodgers back healthy and under center. While Allen Lazard found the end zone twice in the Jets’ blowout loss in Santa Clara, it was Wilson who generated most of the looks from Rodgers.

Wilson hauled in 6 of his team-best 11 targets for 60 yards. San Francisco dominated the time of possession in the game, however, which limited New York’s offensive opportunities. Wilson is easily the Jets’ most prolific presence in the passing attack, and we saw him play 96% of the snaps on Monday night.

This week, the Jets will hit the road again to face the Tennesse Titans in Nashville. While Tennessee’s defense completely stifled Caleb Williams and the Bears’ passing attack last week, it’s worth mentioning that Williams was a rookie making his first career NFL start. We don’t often see first-year passers enter the league and dominate from day one.

Rodgers, needless to say, has quite a bit more experience. While the Jets’ offense sputtered against the 49ers, a road date against San Francisco is arguably the most difficult matchup in the sport these days. Rodgers is likely dealing with some rust of his own after essentially missing all of last season with an injury, but the offense did show some promise on an early touchdown drive during which Wilson was heavily involved.

The Jets are slight favorites on the road in this game, but it’s hard to imagine this game getting out of hand in either direction. In what should be a competitive contest, I’d expect the Jets to keep the passing game involved throughout. Wilson – who racked up an absurd 168 targets last year – should be Rodgers’ top target.

Wilson’s athleticism and red-zone presence make him a difficult cover for most defenses, and at +185, his touchdown prop offers solid value for a player who is the focal point of his team’s passing game.

Mark Andrews Anytime Touchdown (+290)

Mark Andrews has long been one of the most reliable red-zone threats in the NFL, and at +290 for an anytime touchdown in Week 2, he offers excellent value. Let’s just hope Week 1 was an anomaly.

The big story in the Baltimore Ravens‘ loss in Kansas City last week was just how uninvolved Andrews was. Baltimore’s veteran tight end caught just 2 passes (2 targets) for 14 yards. To make matters worse, the team’s other tight end – Isaiah Likely – went off for 111 yards on 9 catches with a score. Likely also led all Ravens pass catchers with a whopping 12 targets.

Is Likely the team’s top tight end now? Or was Andrews’ performance merely a blip on the radar? While Likely is clearly a talented weapon, it’s not like he just showed up on the scene. This is Likely’s 3rd NFL season, and he’s never caught more than 36 passes in either of his first 2 campaigns.

While Andrews has dealt with some injuries, it’s not like he’s a washed-up veteran, either. Andrews is 29, and he’s been a touchdown machine when healthy over the course of his career. The Oklahoma product has 40 career TDs in 88 games, including 6 last season.

The Ravens would be silly not to keep Likely involved given how well he played last week, but I’m not quite ready to say he’s supplanted Andrews as Lamar Jackson’s favorite toy in the passing attack. If anything, Likely’s emergence should make it more difficult for opposing defenses to focus their game plans around stopping Andrews.

Andrews is a matchup nightmare at 6’5″ and 250 pounds, and the Ravens find themselves in one of the most advantageous matchups of the week with the Las Vegas Raiders coming to town. The Vegas defense was gashed by what should be a mediocre Chargers offense last week, and Baltimore is predictably the biggest favorite of Week 2.

The Ravens will put points on the board in this one. This game does have the potential to turn into a blowout, but I can’t ignore the value we’re getting on Andrews to score at +290 anytime touchdown odds. Assuming he’s not hiding an injury, Andrews’ ability to find soft spots in zone coverage and outmuscle defenders in man-to-man situations makes him an extremely tough cover for opposing defenses near the goal line.

Chris Godwin Anytime Touchdown (+250)

Chris Godwin is one of the most reliable wide receivers in the NFL, and his odds of +250 for an anytime touchdown in Week 2 present solid value. While Godwin is typically more known for his role as a possession receiver, he has a knack for making key plays in the red zone.

Unfortunately, touchdowns have been difficult to come by for Godwin over the past couple of years. He’s found paydirt just 5 times over the last 2 years combined, including just a pair a season ago in 17 games.

However, the Tampa Bay Bucs are playing Godwin in his more natural position as a slot receiver this year. With Mike Evans and rookie Jalen McMillan supplying Baker Mayfield with field-stretching deep threats, Godwin will be free to do more damage over the middle. We saw that in Week 1 against Washington when he hauled in all 8 of his targets – both team-highs – for 83 yards and a touchdown.

Tampa Bay is a sizable touchdown underdog on the road this week in Detroit. The Lions have a tough defense that played well in Week 1 against the Rams, but the Bucs’ status as the underdog means they should have a pass-heavy game script in this one. We know Mayfield isn’t afraid to air it out, and this game will take place in a dome. As we know, domed games tend to be more favorable offensive environments.

You can also throw on the Lions a bit. We saw Cooper Kupp wreck them a week ago, and Detroit allowed opponents to score 28 passing TDs just last season. That was the 6th-most in the NFL. Godwin thrives in these types of matchups, where his quickness and route-running ability allow him to exploit soft coverage. With Tampa Bay likely to rely on a short passing game, Godwin should see several targets in high-leverage situations, including near the goal line.

This is another odds play. Given Godwin’s level of involvement in a pass-heavy offense, I think he’s being undervalued at +250 to score at some point on Sunday.

Joe Mixon Over 66.5 Rushing Yards (-120)

If Week 1 was any indication, it’s safe to say the Houston Texans plan to use Joe Mixon as their workhorse running back this season. Mixon’s prop for rushing yards at over 66.5 looks enticing in Week 2.

Mixon started off the season with a terrific performance with 159 yards on 30 carries with a touchdown against the Colts in Indianapolis. Houston struggled to establish the running game last season with Devin Singletary and Dameon Pierce, which is why they went out and acquired Mixon via trade from the Cincinnati Bengals this offseason.

On Sunday night, the Texans will play their home opener against the Chicago Bears. The Bears are another up-and-coming team with a 1-0 record coming into this one, but Houston is a solid 6.5-point favorite on home turf.

While Houston’s passing attack with CJ Stroud and a host of star receivers figures to garner lots of attention this season, Mixon’s output last week shows that they can beat their opponents in multiple ways. There was some talk that Pierce and Mixon could be in something of a timeshare in the backfield, but Mixon went out and logged 72% of the snaps last week.

Chicago is hardly a pushover defensively, though the Titans did have some success with the ground game last week. Tennessee totaled 140 rushing yards on 26 carries with a touchdown in that one. Both Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears averaged north of 5 yards per attempt. I doubt opponents will have quite that much success on a weekly basis against the Bears, but something tells me they won’t prove to be a reincarnation of the famed 1985 defense, either.

If Houston gets a lead, they should be comfortable milking the game away with Mixon and the run game. Even if they don’t, the over/under of 66.5 rushing yards looks awfully low given the monstrous role he played just last week.

Ezekiel Elliott Over 41.5 Rushing Yards (-115)

Ezekiel Elliott’s rushing yards prop set at over 41.5 is an intriguing option for Week 2, especially considering his role as a lead back in a potent Dallas Cowboys offense.

While Elliott clearly is no longer the every-down back he once was, his physical running style still makes him a valuable weapon in short-yardage and goal-line situations. In Week 1, Elliott drew the start over Rico Dowdle against Cleveland. He only garnered 40 rushing yards on 10 carries in the game, but this game was also essentially over by halftime. By the halfway point of the third quarter, the Cowboys decided to take their foot off the gas with a healthy 27-3 lead.

The stat line doesn’t jump off the page, but Elliott is clearly in better physical shape than he has been in recent years. He’s noticeably slimmed down, and he looked surprisingly spry when given the chance to run the football. Zeke even brought back the “FEED ME” celebration he patented during his early days in the league, so you know he was feeling himself a little bit.

The New Orleans Saints‘ defense is one of the more underrated units in the league, but we shouldn’t draw too many conclusions from their Week 1 win over the Panthers. Carolina looks like the worst team in football once again by a wide margin, so this matchup against the Cowboys will be quite the step up in terms of competition.

New Orleans yielded 119.9 rushing yards per game a season ago, so it’s not the most stifling group to begin with. The Cowboys are predictable home favorites in this battle between 1-0 teams. It would make sense for Dallas to try and limit Elliott’s workload as a veteran early in a long season, but the over/under of 41.5 rushing yards is hardly insurmountable.

Dowdle’s presence means Elliott won’t play the same bell cow role he did earlier in his career, but the elder running back still saw 51% of the snaps in Week 1. In a more competitive game, I could see Elliott getting even more work.

Elliott’s running style, which focuses on punishing defenses and moving the chains, is ideal for short-yardage situations and grinding out late-game yards. If Dallas can build a lead, expect Elliott to see increased touches as they try to maintain possession and control the tempo. With a rushing total of just 41.5 yards, even a modest workload could be enough for him to hit the over. The Cowboys’ offensive line, which is one of the best in the league, should create enough space for Elliott to find success on the ground.

Brock Bowers Over 41.5 Receiving Yards (-105)

Brock Bowers, the standout rookie tight end, is coming off an impressive performance in Week 1, and his receiving yards prop set at over 41.5 is worth a closer look.

Bowers wasted no time in quickly emerging as one of the most reliable targets in the Raiders’ passing game. In Week 1 against the Chargers, the Georgia product was targeted a team-high 8 times. He finished with 6 catches for 58 yards in his NFL debut despite the Raiders’ offense struggling for most of the game.

With his combination of size and athleticism, Bowers makes for a matchup nightmare for most defenses. In college, he consistently found ways to get open in the middle of the field, and Vegas wouldn’t have taken him off the board with a first-round selection if they didn’t believe that would translate to the next level.

The matchup for Bowers and the Raiders is a tough one, however. Las Vegas will face the Ravens in Baltimore as sizable underdogs. That said, the negative expected game script means the Raiders may have to take to the air early and often. It’s hardly unreasonable to expect the Raiders to fall behind early here. Gardner Minshew has plenty of weapons at his disposal in this passing attack, but Bowers appears to be an early favorite.

There’s some uncertainty here given Bowers’ status as a rookie on a major underdog, but I expect him to become one of the most productive tight ends in the league this season. Smack the over on 41.5 receiving yards in this one.

Terry McLaurin Over 49.5 Receiving Yards (-115)

Terry McLaurin is one of the NFL’s most dynamic wide receivers, and his receiving yards prop at over 49.5 is a great value in Week 2. Many thought McLaurin was ticketed for a massive role when the Washington Commanders surprisingly traded Jahan Dotson to the Philadelphia Eagles just before the season began. However, Scary Terry caught just 2 passes for 17 yards in Week 1 against the Buccaneers.

Of course, it’s worth remembering McLaurin is working with a rookie QB in Jayden Daniels. As mentioned previously, most rookie passers don’t come in right away and put up huge numbers, especially in the passing department. McLaurin still led all wideouts by playing 81% of Washington’s offensive snaps last week, though, so I’d expect his involvement to improve moving forward.

That should happen this week when the Commanders play their home opener against the lowly New York Giants. While he may have started the season slowly, McLaurin is poised to break out in Week 2 against a defense that has shown vulnerabilities in the secondary.

McLaurin’s route-running ability and speed make him a deep threat on every play, and he’s capable of racking up yards in chunks. Even with a modest number of targets, McLaurin often eclipses his yardage total with just a couple of big catches. In Week 2, Washington faces a New York defense that allowed nearly 250 passing yards per game last season.

Following such a quiet game, I’d be surprised if the Commanders’ coaching staff didn’t make it a point to get McLaurin involved early and often this week. McLaurin will also emerge as the clear top option for Daniels as the season progresses. His ability to find soft spots in zone coverage or beat defenders one-on-one gives him plenty of opportunities to hit the over.

I don’t expect Washington to fall into an early deficit, but neither offense is good enough to run away with this one. That should help to keep the Commanders’ full playbook open throughout, which is good news for Terry. McLaurin totaled 16 targets in 2 meetings against the Giants last season.

Given his big-play potential and the favorable matchup, McLaurin’s over on receiving yards offers excellent value. He has surpassed this total in most games where he’s been targeted at least five times, and McLaurin should be able to hit this mark with ease.

Deebo Samuel Anytime Touchdown (+110)

Deebo Samuel is one of the most versatile playmakers in the NFL, and his anytime touchdown prop at +110 is highly appealing in Week 2 ahead of the San Francisco 49ers‘ matchup against the Minnesota Vikings.

Samuel is a threat to score in multiple ways, whether it’s through the air as a receiver or on the ground as a ball carrier. His unique role in the 49ers’ offense ensures that he’ll have plenty of opportunities to find the end zone, especially in high-leverage situations like red-zone plays and gadget runs.

Christian McCaffrey was a surprise scratch in Week 1, and he’s looking doubtful to suit up this week, either. While Jordan Mason wound up stealing the show, the Niners also made it a point to get Deebo heavily involved. Samuel played 74% of San Francisco’s offensive snaps and touched the ball 13 times. He caught 5 of his 9 targets and also carried the ball 8 times for 23 yards with a touchdown.

The Jets did a fine job of limiting Samuel’s effectiveness, but his matchup against Minnesota this week looks a bit more friendly. With McCaffrey unlikely to play, expect the Niners to make Samuel the offensive focal point once again in this one.

Whether he’s catching a screen pass or taking a handoff on a jet sweep, Samuel’s explosiveness puts him in a position to score on any play. His versatility also makes him difficult to game plan against, as defenses never know how the 49ers will use him.

The Niners once again have a lofty implied team total as favorites on the road. Mason has the best anytime touchdown odds of any player on the team, but we’re getting Deebo at better value at +110.

Considering his usage near the goal line and his ability to score from anywhere on the field, Samuel’s anytime touchdown prop offers excellent value for bettors. Whether he’s targeted on a short pass or used in a creative running play, Samuel is a constant threat to score and should be a key part of the 49ers’ offensive game plan in Week 2.

Best NFL Player Props for Week 2

On another full slate, there are seemingly endless NFL player prop bets out there. Your favorite bets may not align with mine, but there’s plenty of value to be found.

If you do like some of these Week 2 player props, I recommend combining a few of them into a parlay. Check out our Week 2 NFL parlay breakdown for more coverage.

If I were doing so, I’d rank my three favorite Week 2 player prop bets as follows:

• Joe Mixon Over 66.5 Rushing Yards (-120)
• Deebo Samuel Anytime Touchdown (+110)
• Najee Harris Anytime Touchdown (+195)

A few of these wagers offer individual value, but you can earn yourself a bigger payday with a parlay