There are two games on Saturday’s Wild Card Playoff slate — Chargers vs. Texans and Steelers vs. Ravens — and Action PRO’s premium tools and betting software are pinging savvy NFL picks for both matchups.
To start, the Chargers vs. Texans spread is popping with an under-the-radar PRO Projections edge, while the Steelers vs. Ravens over/under has caught the eyes of professional bettors.
Below we take a more detailed look into Saturday’s doubleheader, including the smartest NFL picks for Chargers vs. Texans and Steelers vs. Ravens.
Sharpest NFL Picks for Saturday’s Wild Card Playoff Games
*Odds as of Friday afternoon
Chargers vs. Texans Pick
Sat., Jan. 11 | 4:30 p.m. ET | CBS
Los Angeles is currently a 3-point road favorite against Houston according to live NFL odds, and as mentioned above, our PRO Projections are finding sneaky value in the Chargers vs. Texans spread.
Specifically, PRO projections this line at Texans +1.5, which, when compared to the most important number in NFL betting, +3, translates to a 2.7% edge for those willing to take the points.
And while this spread has settled at -3 as of the time of writing, the vig does vary depending on the sportsbook, so do your best to shop and ensure you’re locking in the best possible price.
PRO Pick: Texans +3 (-115) — DraftKings
Steelers vs. Ravens Pick
Sat., Jan. 11 | 8 p.m. ET | Amazon Prime Video
At -9.5 Baltimore is the largest favorite on the board this weekend, but professionals are pivoting to the Steelers vs. Ravens over/under instead.
In fact, 75% of tickets wagered on the total have hit the over thus far, but the smart money is flowing on the under.
After opening at 46.5, a steady diet of sharp action has come in on the under, forcing oddsmakers to continue adjusting the line down to the current consensus of 43.5.
Considering 43 is an important number in NFL totals betting, don’t be surprised to see the wiseguys steam the under one more time at 43.5 before now and Saturday night’s kickoff.
PRO Pick: Under 43.5 (-110) — bet365
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