NFL Odds, Picks & Predictions for Friday (August 8)

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There are three games on the NFL odds board for Friday, including Browns vs. Panthers and Lions vs. Falcons at 7 p.m. ET, followed by Commanders vs. Patriots at 7:30 p.m. ET.

And just because tonight's NFL slate offers preseason matchups, doesn't mean there isn't betting value to be found, either.

Browns vs. Panthers features two NFL picks — Action PRO reveals savvy spread and total bets, both catching sharp action.

Also, Lions vs. Falcons fits a situational trend that has been profitable picking first-half sides in the NFL preseason since tracking.

Lastly, we'll take a look at which side of the Commanders vs. Patriots spread is attracting 80% of the money, on just 23% of the tickets.


NFL Odds, 3 Picks for Friday

The Browns are a hot story entering the preseason due to the quarterback room. Odds are stacked up against the QB tandem of Shedeur Sanders and Tyler Huntley in Week 1, as Cleveland's catching a full touchdown, alongside a super-low over/under.

However, both tickets and money are aligned on the Browns to cover. Coach Kevin Stefanski and Co. are getting peppered with some sharp moves in PRO, attracting about 66% of the tickets.

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