NFL Picks: Week 4 Chiefs vs Jets

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September 30, 2023

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In Week 4 of the NFL season, the Kansas City Chiefs are set to take on the New York Jets in a Sunday Night Football showdown at MetLife Stadium. Here’s an in-depth look at the matchup along with our prediction.

BUSR NFL Lines

Spread: Chiefs -9.5 (-110), Jets +9.5 (-110) 

Moneyline: Chiefs -500, Jets +360

Total: O 42 (-110), U 42 (-110) 

 

nfl match chiefs vs jetsNew York Jets

The New York Jets have faced challenges recently, scoring just 10 points in their last outing against the New England Patriots, resulting in a second consecutive loss. Rookie quarterback Zach Wilson has shown little promise and also experienced growing pains, throwing for 467 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 4 interceptions with a completion rate of 52.4%.

Breece Hall leads the Jets’ rushing attack with 154 yards on the ground. Garrett Wilson has been a standout in the receiving corps, amassing 12 receptions for 165 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Allen Lazard has contributed with 108 receiving yards. 

Defensively, Quincy Williams and CJ Mosley have been tackling machines, each registering 26 total tackles, and Quinton Jefferson has provided pass-rushing pressure with a pair of sacks. The Jets have faced struggles on Sundays, losing their last seven games, but they’ve managed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight home games against teams holding a winning record.

 

Kansas City Chiefs

The Chiefs enter this game on a high note, having secured back-to-back wins, including a resounding 41-10 victory over the Chicago Bears. Patrick Mahomes continues to showcase his elite quarterbacking skills, accumulating an impressive 803 passing yards, 7 touchdowns, and just 2 interceptions with a completion rate of 65.5%. In the rushing department, Isiah Pacheco has been solid with 155 yards and a touchdown. Mahomes’ top targets include Justin Watson, Skyy Moore, and Rashee Rice, with Travis Kelce contributing significantly with 11 receptions for 95 yards and 2 touchdowns. 

On the defensive side, Trent McDuffie leads the team with 16 total tackles, while pass-rushers Mike Danna and Chris Jones have tallied 2.5 sacks each. George Karlaftis has also chipped in with a pair of sacks. It’s worth noting that Patrick Mahomes led the NFL in passing yards (5250) last season. The Chiefs have a strong track record on Sundays, winning their last seven games. Additionally, they’ve covered the spread in nine of their last 10 road games played in October.

Prediction

Despite the Jets possessing a formidable defense, their offensive woes, particularly with Zach Wilson at the helm, make them really hard to believe in. In contrast, the Chiefs, led by the historic Patrick Mahomes, showcase one of the NFL’s most potent offenses. Given this disparity, it’s hard not to favor the Chiefs in this matchup. Anticipate Kansas City securing a convincing victory by a double-digit margin on the road and easily covering the -9.5 spread on BUSR NFL Odds.