Week 3 of the 2026 NFL season is underway after the Falcons beat the Packers on Thursday night. But what will happen in the remaining 15 games? We have 15 predictions from our NFL experts.
First, betting analyst Pamela Maldonado picks two underdogs who could win outright. Then, analytics writer Seth Walder projects stat lines for three players. Fantasy football writer Eric Moody gives three sleepers, and analyst Matt Bowen predicts three players who will find the end zone. Finally, analyst Ben Solak lays out four wild-card predictions.
Could the Broncos upset the Rams? Will the Chiefs' Kenneth Walker III and Xavier Worthy score against the Dolphins? Is Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud a fantasy sleeper against the Colts? And could the most entertaining game of the week be... Raiders-Saints? Let's make 15 big predictions for all of Sunday and Monday's action.
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Maldonado predicts two upsets
Denver Broncos +2.5 (+114) vs. Los Angeles Rams
Denver has the defensive formula to win this. With wide receiver Puka Nacua likely sidelined (groin), Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II can focus on Davante Adams. Meanwhile, Denver's pass rush can attack a vulnerable Rams offensive line. That pressure could keep Matthew Stafford from finding the rhythm he showed against the Giants.
On the other side of the ball, Broncos quarterback Bo Nix can use quick throws to find wide receiver Jaylen Waddle and avoid long third downs.