Monday Night Football action for Week 1 begins with the New York Jets taking on the defending NFC champs, the San Francisco 49ers, on Monday, September 9 at 8:20 PM ET at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Great NFL betting opportunities await, with the 49ers as slight favorites with a point spread at -4.5 (-110).
The Jets had high expectations to start their season last year, but it all fell apart instantly with Aaron Rodgers's injury. They went 7-10 and third in the AFC East, but now, with Rodgers's return, they have their hopes back up high.
Many experts have mixed feelings about this team. Some believe that Rodgers will not be healthy for the entire season. Others think there is enough talent on the offensive end to give them the push they need to be Super Bowl contenders.
Despite not having a strong quarterback to replace Rodgers last year, the Jets were able to land seven wins. If Rodgers has to miss any games, they signed Tyrod Taylor as a quality backup compared to having Zach Wilson and Tim Boyle (both ranked among the worst three quarterbacks last year).
The Jets accumulated 15.8 points a game, ranking them 29th. Their defense slowed teams to 20.9 points a game, ranking 12th. With a much-improved offense, this could have more appealing results this season.
The 49ers were arguably one of the best teams in the league last year, going 12-5 and atop the NFC West. However, they came up short in the Super Bowl, losing 24-21 in overtime to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Looking at their roster, they arguably have the best players in most positions besides quarterback. However, Brock Purdy put up one of the best statistical seasons last year.
They have retained a core of their players, and many of their starters have returned on both sides of the ball. They are missing linebacker Dre Greenlaw, who went out with an Achilles tear in the Super Bowl. Other than that, this team is loaded in many areas.
The 49ers ranked third in points for both offense and defense. They put up 28.9 points a game and allowed 17.5 points in return.
The NFL betting odds in the MyBookie New York Jets vs. San Francisco 49ers battle show the 49ers as favorites. The current spread has the 49ers as 4.5-point favorites at home.
According to market research, the 49ers have a 63.2 percent chance of winning. Many variables could turn this game in different directions, such as Rodgers returning to his normal or the 49ers coming out sluggish from their loss in the Super Bowl. Look for the Jets to cover.
