{
  "id": 9167101,
  "title": "Early Week 3 NFL bets to make right now: 2 wagers that I like",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/early-week-3-nfl-bets-to-make-right-now-2-wagers-that-i-like",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-22T17:26:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/betting/article/early-week-3-nfl-bets-to-make-right-now-2-wagers-that-i-like-172612843.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Week 3 NFL betting opportunities are set to unfold as injuries and preseason adjustments continue to impact the landscape. Two standout wagers have emerged for immediate attention.\n\nFirstly, the Tennessee Titans vs. New York Giants game (-3, 40.5) offers an intriguing proposition. With Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, and Jaxson Dart all sidelined, Jameis Winston assumes the starting role. Historical data suggests Winston is consistently 2.45 points less valuable than his backup, Dart. Given this disparity, the Titans' three-point underdog status appears undervalued. Betting on the Giants to cover the spread could be a shrewd move considering the inflated perception following Dart's injury.\n\nSecondly, the Cincinnati Bengals (-3.5, 42.5) against the Pittsburgh Steelers presents another potential wager. The Steelers' offense, under new head coach Mike McCarthy, has been historically inefficient, averaging just 3.8 yards per play and scoring 23 points this season. Cincinnati's defense, upgraded under Al Golden, ranks among the league's top units. Furthermore, quarterback Joe Burrow, despite dealing with back issues, is expected to be slightly more controlled this season. These factors point towards the underdog Bengals covering the 42.5 point total.",
  "summary": "Our NFL handicapper gives two Week 3 bets he likes at the moment.",
  "key_points": [
    "Tennessee Titans favored at -3 against New York Giants",
    "Jameis Winston starts for Titans due to injured QBs",
    "Cincinnati Bengals +42.5 against Pittsburgh Steelers"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}