deskgameMeanwhile, Kansas City averages 24.3 points per game, a notable drop from some recent seasons, but both teams should score enough to make this game go Over the total. Even with Kansas City fielding a formidable defense, asking both teams to score 23+ points is not a major feat at all.
deskgameRiding on a career season from superstar shortstop Francisco Lindor, a breakout campaign from Mark Vientos, and a career season from Sean Manaea, among other heroics, there is tremendous optimism heading into the offseason. The positive buzz surrounding the team might be at its highest since the Mike Piazza era.
deskgameStopping the triple option can be difficult, especially when a team is missing two of its top players. All-American LB Danny Stutsman led the Sooners with 110 tackles and safety Billy Bowman Jr. was fourth. Both have left the team to prepare for the NFL Draft, and the Sooners’ defense will sorely miss their veteran presence.
deskgameAs previously indicated, Buffalo checked a first box to being regarded as an authentic top-shelf contender by knocking the Chiefs down for the first time this season. The Ravens have their obvious defensive concerns, and while Pittsburgh (+900) may field the best defense in the AFC, it doesn’t quite have enough on offense to match the Bills and Chiefs overall on both sides of the ball.
deskgameMeanwhile, Kansas City averages 24.3 points per game, a notable drop from some recent seasons, but both teams should score enough to make this game go Over the total. Even with Kansas City fielding a formidable defense, asking both teams to score 23+ points is not a major feat at all.
