Chicago Bears on the money line Early Game Winner Game 465 10:00 am pst/1:00 pm est The Chicago Bears Quarterback Caleb Williams is coming off a franchise-record 3,942-yard, 27/7 season with an NFL-record seven fourth-quarter comebacks and the lowest career INT% in the league. That paired with Ben Johnson's second-year offense that just went 11-6 and won the NFC North, and upgraded interior line will attack a Carolina Panthers team that will be missing both starting offensive tackles. The Bears have held the clear upper hand in this head-to-head series, posting a 9-4 all-time record against the Panthers and entering the game on a four-game winning streak that dates back to 2017. Additionally, Carolina has historically struggled out of the gate, holding a 1-6 record in Week 1 season openers since 2018. Chicago also has one of the hardest schedules this season, so this is an easy win for them against Carolina to pull off a win on the road. Play the Bears.

Philadelphia Eagles Smart Money Play Game 476 1:25 pm pst/4:25 pm est The game will largely be decided by a massive mismatch up front. The Washington Commanders will take the field without their top left tackle, Laremy Tunsil, who is sidelined on injured reserve with a triceps tear. This leaves Washingtons’ offensive line vulnerable against a fierce Eagles defensive line led by Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis, and star running back Saquon Barkley. And let’s not forget that Philadelphia head coach Nick Sirianni and QB Jalen Hurts boast a flawless 5-0 record in season openers. Play the Eagles.

Dallas Cowboys on the money line No Limit Game 479 5:20 pm pst/8:20 pm est The New York Giants are starting over under new head coach John Habaugh with rookie Jaxson Dart at quarterback. The Dallas Cowboys on the other had enters Sunday nights game with a continuous, identical offensive starting lineup from last year. QB Dak Prescott operates with one of the league's top wideout tandems in CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens. Against the Giants, Prescott holds an extensive 14-3 career record against them. Dallas has also dominated season openers against New York, holding an 11-1 all-time record in Week 1 matchups between the two rivals. The Cowboys are more experience here. Play Dallas.

4 big NFL winners for Sunday: NFL EARLY GAME WINNER, 2-0 NFL MORNING MONEY MAKER, 4-2 NFL SMART MONEY PLAY, & NFL NO LIMIT PLAY. FREE WINNER: Minnesota Vikings on the money line Green Bay starts the season facing major personnel deficits. Superstar pass rusher Micah Parsons is out with a knee injury and will miss the early part of the season. Although his game marks the highly anticipated team debut of quarterback Kyle Murray for Minnesota. He will be backed by an entirely healthy offense. Murray has premier weapons at his disposal, including wide receivers Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison. Packers quarterback Jordan Love is talented, he faces a brutal opening test against Brian Flores' notoriously aggressive, blitz-heavy defensive scheme. But with minimal run support and a shaky offensive line, Love will be under pressure throughout the entire game, which will allow Murray and Jefferson to take control of the game at home. Play the Vikings.

This Friday and Saturday I have 6 big winners for you in college football with my NCAAF FRIDAY NIGHT WINNER, NCAAF EARLY GAME WINNER, NCAAF MORNING MONEY MAKER, NCAAF AFTERNOON ACCUMULATOR, NCAAF BEST BET, & NCAAF BOOKIE BUSTER. FREE WINNER: Hawaii Rainbow Warriors New Mexico State opened their season with a 34-17 loss at Florida State, and then bounced back with a 51-14 win over Mercyhurst. Despite starting the season with an 0-2 record, the Rainbow Warriors' history of passing success could exploit an Aggies defense that gave up significant yardage through the air in previous campaigns. New Mexico State is seeking its first-ever win on the island, but facing a steep time-zone adjustment on top of heavy fatigue, could give Hawaii their first win of the season. FYI….the Rainbow Warriors have covered the spread in 5 of their last 7 home games, making the home island environment a prominent factor here. Play Hawaii.

Detroit Lions Morning Money Maker Game 470 10:00 am pst/1:00 pm est The New Orleans Saints are rolling with Tyler Shough as their definitive starting quarterback after he took over the job mid-season last year. The Saints will also missing its star defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (out with an ACL injury), which paves a clear runway for the Lions to control the game via their interior offensive line and rushing attack. The Detroit Lions after going 9-8 last season and missing the playoffs for the first time since 2022 will look to bounce back this season. With an explosive offense led by quarterback Jared Goff, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Jahmyr Gibbs, they will exploit a depleted New Orleans defense at home where they averaged an impressive 32.5 points per game at Ford Field last season. Play Detroit.