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NFL schedules Kansas City to host Denver on Week 1 Monday Night Football at Arrowhead, with Patrick Mahomes expected to be ready after last season’s knee injury, marking a marquee season-opening matchup between division rivals.
The San Francisco 49ers secured a playoff spot after the Detroit Lions' loss, with three games remaining in the season, and are currently the No. 6 seed in the NFC. They will play the Colts on Monday Night Football to build momentum for the postseason.
The Bengals vs. Cowboys Monday Night Football game will feature a unique "Simpsons Funday Football" broadcast, airing tonight at 8:00 p.m. ET on Disney+ and ESPN+. This fully animated version, set in Springfield, uses Sony's Beyond Sports Technology to transform the game into "The Simpsons" style, with appearances by iconic characters and voice actors. The traditional broadcast will also be available on ABC, ESPN, and ESPN+. Access to the animated version requires a subscription to the Disney Bundle.
The Los Angeles Chargers (7-3) face the Baltimore Ravens (7-4) on Monday Night Football, with the Ravens favored by 2.5 points. The Chargers, led by Jim Harbaugh, are on a four-game winning streak, while the Ravens, coached by John Harbaugh, recently lost to the Steelers. Key players include Lamar Jackson for the Ravens and Justin Herbert for the Chargers. SportsLine's model, which has a strong track record, predicts a close game with a total score under 51 points.
Ahead of the Ravens-Chargers 'Monday Night Football' game, both teams' coaches and players reflect on the unique dynamic of the Harbaugh brothers facing off as head coaches. John Harbaugh praises his brother Jim's coaching skills, while players like Kyle Hamilton and Lamar Jackson discuss the familiarity and competitive spirit between the teams. Chargers' Gus Edwards expresses a desire to perform well against his former team, and both teams emphasize the importance of consistency and execution in the upcoming game.
The Houston Texans, favored by seven points, face the Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football, with both teams on losing streaks. The Cowboys, struggling without Dak Prescott, will rely on Cooper Rush, while the Texans' C.J. Stroud and Joe Mixon aim to exploit Dallas' weak defense. The SportsLine Projection Model, on a 17-7 run, has simulated the game 10,000 times, suggesting the Texans are likely to cover the spread. The game kicks off at 8:15 p.m. ET at AT&T Stadium.
The Monday Night Football game between the Houston Texans and Dallas Cowboys sees the Texans favored by 7.5 points, with significant public betting on Houston. However, sharp money is backing the Cowboys, especially with the spread at +7.5, due to their contrarian value and historical performance as big underdogs. The total has dropped from 43.5 to 41, indicating sharp action on the under, despite public bets favoring the over. Player prop to consider: Dalton Schultz over 27.5 receiving yards, given his recent performance and increased target share.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will have running back Bucky Irving, wide receiver Sterling Shepard, and safety Antoine Winfield Jr. available for Monday Night Football against the Kansas City Chiefs, despite earlier injury concerns. Rookie wide receiver Jalen McMillan is inactive due to a hamstring issue, along with several other players. The Chiefs will also be missing key players, including wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster and defensive end Mike Danna.
There is no Monday Night Football on January 1 because ESPN, the broadcaster for both the NFL's Monday Night Football and the College Football Playoff, is airing the college football semifinals instead. This scheduling decision is influenced by the fact that New Year's Day features major college bowl games, and ESPN prioritizes these over an additional NFL game. Fans can look forward to the Rose Bowl and Sugar Bowl as high-profile college football alternatives to the usual NFL Monday night slot.