NFL Week 3 Betting Odds, Lines, and Totals: A Complete Guide
Week 3 of the NFL season kicks off with an AFC East rivalry matchup between the Miami Dolphins and the Buffalo Bills on "Thursday Night Football." This article provides a comprehensive overview of the odds, lines, and totals for every game in Week 3, offering valuable insights for NFL betting enthusiasts.
Week 3 Highlights and Key Matchups
The Buffalo Bills, coming off a dominant Week 2 victory, are heavily favored against the Miami Dolphins. Sunday afternoon features exciting matchups between undefeated teams, including the Philadelphia Eagles hosting the Los Angeles Rams, and the Arizona Cardinals visiting the San Francisco 49ers. "Sunday Night Football" showcases a battle of winless teams as the New York Giants travel to face the Kansas City Chiefs.
The week concludes with a compelling "Monday Night Football" game featuring the Detroit Lions against the Baltimore Ravens. Stay tuned for the latest odds and insights to inform your Week 3 NFL bets.
Detailed Game Odds and FPI Predictions
Below is a detailed breakdown of the odds, money lines, totals, and FPI (Football Power Index) predictions for each Week 3 game. Remember that odds are subject to change, so always check with ESPN BET for the most up-to-date information.
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Miami Dolphins vs. Buffalo Bills -13.5
Thursday, 8:15 p.m., Prime Video
- Money Line: Dolphins (+550); Bills (-900)
- Total: 49.5
- FPI favorite: Bills by 11.1 with a 75.87% probability to win the game outright
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New York Jets vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers -6.5
Sunday, 1 p.m., FOX
- Money Line: Jets (+260); Buccaneers (-320)
- Total: 44.5
- FPI favorite: Buccaneers by 7.4 with a 67.51% probability to win the game outright
Indianapolis Colts -3.5 vs. Tennessee Titans
Sunday, 1 p.m., CBS
- Money Line: Colts (-185); Titans (+155)
- Total: 43.5
- FPI favorite: Colts by 6.2 with a 67.53% probability to win the game outright
Las Vegas Raiders vs. Washington Commanders -5.5
Sunday, 1 p.m., FOX
- Money Line: Raiders (+220); Commanders (-270)
- Total: 46.5
- FPI favorite: Commanders by 4.7 with a 62.71% probability to win the game outright
Los Angeles Rams vs. Philadelphia Eagles -3.5
Sunday, 1 p.m., FOX
- Money Line: Rams (+160); Eagles (-190)
- Total: 44.5
- FPI favorite: Eagles by 3.1 with a 57.6% probability to win the game outright
Atlanta Falcons -3.5 vs. Carolina Panthers
Sunday, 1 p.m., FOX
- Money Line: Falcons (-215); Panthers (+180)
- Total: 43.5
- FPI favorite: Falcons by 2.5 with a 57.07% probability to win the game outright
Houston Texans vs. Jacksonville Jaguars -1.5
Sunday, 1 p.m., CBS
- Money Line: Texans (+100); Jaguars (-120)
- Total: 44.5
- FPI favorite: Jaguars by 1 with a 52.14% probability to win the game outright
Green Bay Packers -8.5 vs. Cleveland Browns
Sunday, 1 p.m., FOX
- Money Line: Packers (-450); Browns (+340)
- Total: 42.5
- FPI favorite: Packers by 8.4 with a 70.47% probability to win the game outright
Pittsburgh Steelers -1.5 vs. New England Patriots
Sunday, 1 p.m., CBS
- Money Line: Steelers (-120); Patriots (+100)
- Total: 44.5
- FPI favorite: Patriots by 0.1 with a 50.33% probability to win the game outright
Cincinnati Bengals vs. Minnesota Vikings -3.5
Sunday, 1 p.m., CBS
- Money Line: Bengals (+150); Vikings (-175)
- Total: 41.5
- FPI favorite: Vikings by 0.4 with a 51.33% probability to win the game outright
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Denver Broncos vs. Los Angeles Chargers -2.5
Sunday, 4:05 p.m., CBS
- Money Line: Broncos (+125); Chargers (-145)
- Total: 45.5
- FPI favorite: Chargers by 2.8 with a 56.51% probability to win the game outright
New Orleans Saints vs. Seattle Seahawks -7.5
Sunday, 4:05 p.m., CBS
- Money Line: Saints (+300); Seahawks (-400)
- Total: 41.5
- FPI favorite: Seahawks by 5.8 with a 64.2% probability to win the game outright
Arizona Cardinals vs. San Francisco 49ers -1.5
Sunday, 4:25 p.m., FOX
- Money Line: Cardinals (+100); 49ers (-120)
- Total: 44.5
- FPI favorite: Cardinals by 0.7 with a 52.33% probability to win the game outright
Dallas Cowboys vs. Chicago Bears -1.5
Sunday, 4:25 p.m., FOX
- Money Line: Cowboys (+105); Bears (-125)
- Total: 49.5
- FPI favorite: Cowboys by 1.5 with a 53.13% probability to win the game outright
Kansas City Chiefs -6.5 vs. New York Giants
Sunday, 8:20 p.m., NBC
- Money Line: Chiefs (-275); Giants (+225)
- Total: 44.5
- FPI favorite: Chiefs by 6.5 with a 66.67% probability to win the game outright
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Detroit Lions vs. Baltimore Ravens -5.5
Monday, 8:15 p.m., ABC, ESPN
- Money Line: Lions (+210); Ravens (-250)
- Total: 51.5
- FPI favorite: Ravens by 2.4 with a 56.13% probability to win the game outright
Monday Night Football: Buccaneers vs. Texans - How to Watch
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers face the Houston Texans on "Monday Night Football" in a rematch highlighting C.J. Stroud's continued leadership and Baker Mayfield's return to Tampa Bay. The game airs at 7 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN, followed by the Las Vegas Raiders vs. L.A. Chargers game on ESPN at 10 p.m. ET.
Streaming Options for Buccaneers vs. Texans
Numerous streaming options are available to watch the Buccaneers vs. Texans game. You can stream on platforms like DirecTV and Fubo, use NFL+, or access it via the new ESPN unlimited app.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | Monday, Sept. 15, 2025 |
| Time | 7 p.m. ET |
| TV Channels | ESPN, ESPN Deportes, ABC |
| Streaming | Fubo, DirecTV, ESPN unlimited, NFL+, and more |
Streaming Platform Recommendations
Several streaming platforms provide comprehensive coverage of NFL games. Fubo Sports offers local broadcast stations and sports networks, including free access to ESPN unlimited. YouTube TV, bundled with NFL Sunday Ticket, is ideal for super fans wanting to watch every game.
- DirecTV Stream: Provides a free trial and access to ESPN unlimited.
- Amazon Prime Video: Exclusive home for Thursday Night Football.
- NFL+: Allows mobile streaming of live local and primetime games.
Brolley's Best Bets: Week 3 Player Props
Tom Brolley, a senior writer and owner at Fantasy Points, shares his favorite spread and player prop bets for Week 3. Check back regularly for his updated wagers and join the "#official-bets" Fantasy Points Discord to see staff wagers in real-time. Stay tuned for Thursday Night bets!