NFL Week 1 is already cranking up the heat, and Sunday’s slate promises some absolute barnburners, with two massive matchups getting a serious nod for offensive fireworks. The SportsLine Projection Model, which has an insane track record of being up well over $7,000 for $100 players on top-rated NFL picks since it started, is hitting the 2026 season on a ridiculous 53-37 run since 2024. That model is now screaming “OVER” for a couple of the biggest games on the docket.
Saints-Lions: A Scoring Explosion Is Coming
Get ready for points, because the New Orleans Saints taking on the Detroit Lions in the early window Sunday looks like a shootout. The Saints are riding momentum from late in their 2025 campaign, bringing back almost all their key players for Kellen Moore’s offense. We’re talking Tyler Shough back at quarterback, Chris Olave leading the receiver corps, and Juwan Johnson showing why he’s one of the league’s most underrated tight ends. Plus, they’ve got Travis Etienne stepping in as the starting running back and rookie Jordyn Tyson eventually grabbing that No. 2 receiver spot.
On the other side, the Lions have been a top scoring unit for seasons, even if they stumbled to a 9-8 finish in 2025 after both coordinators left for head coaching gigs. This game just feels destined for points, and the SportsLine model agrees, seeing the Over 49.5 hit in a staggering 62% of simulations. You know it’s going to be a wild one.
Cowboys-Giants: A Rematch With Offensive Insanity
Sunday Night Football is bringing us another potential offensive explosion as the Dallas Cowboys battle the New York Giants. Dallas always brings one of the league’s top offenses, but last year, they also ranked last on defense. Remember that ridiculous overtime game in Week 2 last year, where Dallas pulled off a 40-37 win? Get ready for more of that!
The Giants are under new head coach John Harbaugh, and their young core, with Jaxson Dart, Cam Skattebo, and Malik Nabers, is hoping to stay healthy for the long haul. The SportsLine model expects more fireworks here, with the Over 48.5 connecting in 62% of simulations. Both of these O/U bets are solid plays at FanDuel, with the Saints-Lions Over at -115 and the Cowboys-Giants Over at -112.
If you’re looking to get in on the action, FanDuel is offering up to $350 in bonus bets when you sign up and bet $5 or more for seven days, starting with these Sunday NFL games. Plus, there’s a killer offer for Monday night: $100 in bonus bets if just one point is scored in the Chiefs-Broncos game. These early season clashes are setting the tone, and if the model is right, we’re in for some high-octane football you won’t want to miss.
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Originally reported by CBS Sports.
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