To begin the post-Bill Belichick era, the Patriots travel to Cincinnati for a matchup with the Bengals.'
Little is expected this year from New England, who hired Jerod Mayo and drafted quarterback Drake Maye during the offseason. Accordingly, Patriots over/under wins is set at 4.5.'
Comparatively, hopes are high for Cincinnati. They won nine games last year, but finished last in the AFC North. This season, only four teams have a shorter price in the Super Bowl odds.'
Let's take a look at the NFL betting lines and my prediction for this Week 1 contest.'
Bengals vs. Patriots Odds, Week 1
- Cincinnati Bengals Moneyline: -450
- New England Patriots Moneyline: +340
- Game Spread: Bengals -9.5
- Game Over/Under: 42.5 Points