NFL Week 5 Betting: Best early bets before lines move

2Y7EH3W Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) throws a pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)

By Judah Fortgang and Daniel Galper
Posted Sep 30, 2024 8:45 am EDT

• Tampa Bay vs. Atlanta has shootout potential: A quick pace of play and two susceptible defenses could lead to a high-scoring environment.

• Don't discount the Bills after their first loss: Buffalo is still a potent team. Take their moneyline (+102) against the Houston Texans in Week 5.

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NFL Week 4 is nearly a wrap, and betting lines are now available for Week 5. Here are our favorite early spread picks for the slate.

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