NFL Week 5 Pro Picks: Jets to upset Broncos, Giants no match for Dolphins

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Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon (21) gets by New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8), wide receiver Parris Campbell (0) and wide receiver Wan’Dale Robinson (17) after intercepting a pass to run it back for a touchdown during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 2, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Pro Picks is a weekly column where AP Pro Football Writer Rob Maaddi shares his picks for upcoming NFL games. For all previous Pro Picks, head here.

Week 5 NFL Pro Picks

Philadelphia Eagles at Los Angeles Rams

The undefeated Eagles (4-0) just keep winning in different ways, overcoming sluggish starts and defensive breakdowns. The Rams (2-2) are playing better than expected, but Matthew Stafford is banged up just as Cooper Kupp is getting set to return.

Best Bet: Eagles, 27-16

New York Jets at Denver Broncos

Line: Broncos -1.5

The Jets (1-3) are coming off a close loss to the Super Bowl champs in Zach Wilson’s best game, and are playing for Nathaniel Hackett, who was ripped in comments by Broncos coach Sean Payton before the season. Russell Wilson rode the Broncos (1-3) to a comeback victory over the Bears last week but New York’s defense is far tougher than Chicago’s.

Upset Special: Jets, 20-17

Jacksonville Jaguars at Buffalo Bills

Line: Bills -5.5

The Bills (3-1) have outscored their opponents 133-33 in three straight wins, including a lopsided statement victory over the Dolphins. They’ve got a tough matchup overseas facing the Jaguars (2-2) in Jacksonville’s second straight game in London.

Pick: Bills, 29-24

Houston Texans at Atlanta Falcons

Line: Falcons  -2

C.J. Stroud has been impressive leading the Texans (2-2) to consecutive wins. Desmond Ridder has struggled for the Falcons (2-2) and Atlanta’s offense was dismal the past two games. Giving the ball to Bijan…