Washington Commanders (2-1) vs. Arizona Cardinals (1-2)
The Washington Commanders leave the comfort of their home to travel to the Arizona Cardinals in a noteworthy Week 4 NFL encounter. With the two teams wanting to fortify their position in the early stages of the season, this game at State Farm Stadium promises to be a soap opera. The stage is set for an intense showdown and as we take a look at some of the important factors to this game, bettors are about to be presented with good information to use on top betting sites.
The Washington Commanders offense features a dynamic running back for whom the versatility is a key factor – Brian Robinson Jr. He has rushed for 206 yards, having stepped into the backfield 45 times and averaged 4.6 yards per attempt; therefore, he picks up the necessary yardage most of the time. Robinson’s run of 40 flea-flickers underlines why Robinson possesses a productive rushing attack for Washington. As for other positions, Terry McLaurin is still probably the most reliable player McLaurin is not given many targets but 12 catches for 139 receiving yards illustrates how effective he is in terms of efficiency and big plays.
The Arizona Cardinals’ offense runs through running back James Conner, who has carried the ball 46 times for 189 rushing yards. Conner is the centerpiece of Arizona’s rushing attack, having logged two touchdowns and an average of 4.1 yards per rush. Out wide, Marvin Harrison Jr. has stepped up and made plays through the air, making 10 grabs for 198 yards and three scores. And Harrison’s deep-threat ability, as even last week he had a 60-yard catch, would challenge Washington’s secondary.
Washington Commanders vs. Arizona Cardinals Game Info
| When: | Sunday, September 29, 2024, at 4:05 PM ET |
| Where: | State Farm Stadium |
| TV: | FOX |
| Stream: | NFL Game Pass |
Jayden Daniels QB vs. Kyler Murray QB
This season, Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has played with impressive composure and flair in season games held over the course of three weeks. With a completion rate of 80.3% and total passing yards of 664 Daniels has contributed to the offense in an admirable fashion. It is worth noting his 111.8 passer rating, which was possible due to a lack of interceptions thrown. There are nine sacks that he has already endured, which suggests there are problems with the offensive line that could present challenges when up against Arizona’s defensive line.
Kyler Murray of Arizona Cardinals, on the contrary, keeps proving his value as a dual-threat quarterback. Murray has made it very easy for Arizona’s offense with 68.6% accuracy in passing the ball, 635 yards, and five touchdowns. Despite being sacked six times, his legs do represent a very important and dangerous element of the Cardinals’ attack. Murray’s legs will be important, so as to avoid Washington’s pass rush, placing a burden on who emerges as the winner in this quarterback show down.
NFL Odds/Point Spread: Arizona Cardinals -150, Total Odds: 46
The Arizona Cardinals enter this game as 3-point favorites, a reflection of their home-field advantage and the dynamic play of Kyler Murray. The total is set at 46, with the over slightly favored at -120.
Washington Commanders Betting Trends
Washington has struggled against the spread, going just 3-7 in their last 10 games. However, they have found success against Arizona, winning 11 of their last 14 matchups. The Commanders have been involved in high-scoring affairs, with the total going over in eight of their last 11 games.
Arizona Cardinals Betting Trends
Arizona, meanwhile, has been more reliable against the spread, covering in four of their last five games. The total has gone over in five of their last seven, indicating a propensity for higher-scoring games. However, their straight-up record of 4-13 over their last 17 games highlights ongoing struggles.
Washington Commanders vs. Arizona Cardinals 9/29/24 Betting Picks
In this contest, Washington’s well-rounded offense spearheaded by Jayden Daniels and Brian Robinson Jr. stands a good chance of causing problems for Arizona. But, playing in front of their own crowd and with Kyler Murray in the driving seat, the Cardinals have an advantage. Data indicates betters would lean towards the Arizona spread, and considering how Washington struggles with defense, this is indeed the safe side to pick the Cardinals.
Looking at the bets, both teams are capable of scoring over the total so taking the over looks to be a good bet. Arizona’s moneyline and Marvin Harrison Jr. scoring a touchdown are good prop bets to look for when wagering on NFL Week 4 betting odds.
Free Pick and Prediction: Arizona Cardinals 27, Washington Commanders 24
