Jordan Mendoza grabbed Houston +5.5, arguing the Texans' defense gives them a realistic chance to 'hang around' even if the offense is limited without C.J. Stroud. Mendoza expects Houston’s pass rush and top-10 DVOA secondary to slow Buffalo enough for a back-door cover, noting that Thursday night unders and home underdogs have both been profitable angles this season.

Jordan Mendoza leaned Lions +2.5, asking whether Detroit is 'back to its high-scoring ways.' He expects the offense to travel well and put up a big number even against an Eagles front seven with name recognition but recent cracks. Mendoza concluded Detroit has shown enough firepower to keep pace with anyone and remains a live dog on the road.