With NFL Week 9 kicking off on Thursday, Yahoo Sports has released bold predictions for all 15 games on the schedule. The Jacksonville Jaguars, winners of 18 of their last 24 regular-season games, are tipped to beat the Baltimore Ravens by 15 or more points in primetime without Lamar Jackson. The Cincinnati Bengals are predicted to defeat the Atlanta Falcons behind four touchdowns from Joe Burrow. The Dallas Cowboys are expected to rack up 450 yards of offense against a rebuilding Indianapolis Colts squad.
Key Offensive Explosions
Travis Kelce is forecast to post 125 yards and two touchdowns in his best 2026 performance as the Kansas City Chiefs face the Seattle Seahawks. Jared Goff could throw five touchdowns as the Detroit Lions host the Miami Dolphins. Deshaun Watson is projected to throw four touchdowns for the Cleveland Browns against the New Orleans Saints, his first such game since 2020. Rookie J.J. McCarthy may lead the New York Giants to a game-winning drive over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Defensive Highlights and Quarterback Duels
Myles Garrett could return for the Los Angeles Rams with a strip-sack on Jayden Daniels. Bo Nix is predicted to throw for 300 yards as the Denver Broncos face the Carolina Panthers. C.J. Stroud and Justin Herbert may combine for over 700 yards of total offense, with Stroud leading the Houston Texans past the Los Angeles Chargers. Jordan Love and Drake Maye could combine for eight touchdowns in a Green Bay Packers win over the New England Patriots.
Upsets and Statement Wins
Rookie Fernando Mendoza might lead the Las Vegas Raiders to victory over the San Francisco 49ers. The Seattle Seahawks are favored to beat the Arizona Cardinals by 20+ points. Baker Mayfield's return could spark the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a statement win over the Chicago Bears. Finally, Kyler Murray is predicted to outgain Josh Allen as the Minnesota Vikings upset the Buffalo Bills.
