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Dan Quinn is coming off one of the all-time worst coaching blunders. Kyle Shanahan’s team is undefeated after beating the defending Super Bowl champions on the road.
The two coaches going in opposite directions meet Monday night when the Washington Commanders (1-3-1) visit the San Francisco 49ers (5-0).
Brock Purdy is playing at an MVP level for the Niners.The 49ers are 7 1/2-point favorites. Pro Picks likes the home team.
49ERS: 30-20
HOUSTON (1-4) at JACKSONVILLE (4-1), in London
Line: Jaguars minus 3
The Jaguars are 8-7 in London and 2-0 in the second of back-to-back games there.
JAGUARS: 23-22
DALLAS (2-3) at GREEN BAY (3-2)
Line: Packers minus 2½
Micah Parsons won’t get to face his former team again but at least this time it shouldn’t end in a tie. The Cowboys are coming off an embarrassing loss at home to previously winless Tampa Bay. Their defense has allowed the second-most yards and 27.2 points per game. Dak Prescott and a potent passing attack has kept Dallas competitive. Jordan Love could have another big game throwing to Christian Watson and Matthew Golden. The Packers need it because their rushing offense is last in the NFL. The depleted defense will get a huge boost whenever Parsons returns.
PACKERS: 28-27
BALTIMORE (4-1) at CLEVELAND (3-2)
Line: Ravens minus 4½
Lamar Jackson could be returning after missing a game. If not, the Ravens will again turn to Tyler Huntley, who played well in a win at Atlanta.
RAVENS: 22-16
CAROLINA (2-2) at PHILADELPHIA (2-3)
Line: Eagles minus 1 1/2
Nick Sirianni and Jalen Hurts are hearing the criticism. They’ve responded before and could get some players back.
EAGLES: 26-20
CHICAGO (3-2) at ATLANTA (2-3)
Line: Bears minus 3
There’s quarterback uncertainty for both teams heading into the practice week. Caleb Williams has missed three straight game for the Bears. Tyson Bagent and Case Keenum both struggled against the Packers after each played well in starts. Michael Penix Jr. is expected to start if he doesn’t have any setbacks to his injured rib. He’s got Bijan Robinson to lean on. The All-Pro back leads the NFL with 580 yards rushing.
FALCONS: 24-23
NEW ORLEANS (1-4) at NEW YORK GIANTS (3-1-1)
Line: Saints minus 1½
The Saints are reeling after three straight losses at home.
UPSET SPECIAL: GIANTS: 20-17
NEW YORK JETS (2-3) at NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS (3-2)
Line: Patriots minus 7½
The Jets are playing tough defense, Geno Smith hasn’t thrown an interception and there’s reason for optimism.
PATRIOTS: 22-16
PITTSBURGH (3-2) at TAMPA BAY (1-4)
Line: Steelers minus 2½
Aaron Rodgers, Jaylen Warren and the Steelers face a tough challenge against Tampa Bay’s seventh-ranked defense.
STEELERS: 24-18
TENNESSEE (0-5) at INDIANAPOLIS (2-3)
Line: Colts minus 7
Cam Ward is struggling in Brian Daboll’s offense and the Titans are last in the NFL in scoring 11.6 points.
COLTS: 23-17
ARIZONA (1-4) at LOS ANGELES RAMS (2-3)
Line: Rams minus 12½
With Matthew Stafford leading a prolific passing attack, this one should be easy.
BEST BET: RAMS: 34-13
BUFFALO (4-1) at LAS VEGAS (3-2)
Line: Bills minus 4½
Josh Allen is the reason the Bills are winning despite a defense that’s third-worst in total yards and fifth-worst in points allowed (28.2).
BILLS: 27-24
LOS ANGELES CHARGERS (0-5) at KANSAS CITY (4-0)
Line: Chiefs minus 8½
This version of Justin Herbert in Mike McDaniel’s offense isn’t working for the depleted Chargers.
CHIEFS: 24-17
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Last week: Straight up: 7-7-1. Against spread: 7-8.
Overall: Straight up: 47-31-1. Against spread: 38-39-2.
Best Bet: Straight up: 3-2. Against spread: 2-3.
Upset Special: Straight up: 2-3. Against spread: 2-3.
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Editor’s note: Rob Maaddi predicted a 20-19 Seattle win over Denver in Thursday’s game.