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NFL Week 5 Betting Report: ‘The Falcons Are Catching Bettors’ Attention’

From bettors noticing the Falcons to the public loving the Bills, Patrick Everson breaks down the midweek line movement ahead of NFL Week 5.

Published: Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 11:50 PM
NFL Week 5 Betting Report: ‘The Falcons Are Catching Bettors’ Attention’
Key Things to Know
  • Oddsmakers report significant NFL Week 5 point-spread adjustments driven primarily by major team injuries.
  • Atlanta shifted to 3.5-point favorites over Baltimore due to Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson's expected absence.
  • Jacksonville shifted from 2.5-point to 7.5-point favorites over Philadelphia after extensive Eagles injuries and Lane Johnson's retirement.
The Story in 60 Seconds

NFL Week 5 betting trends feature massive point-spread swings driven by injuries across key matchups. The Atlanta Falcons moved from 3.5-point underdogs to 3.5-point favorites against the Baltimore Ravens due to Lamar Jackson's doubtful ankle injury. Meanwhile, the Jacksonville Jaguars surged from 2.5-point to 7.5-point favorites against the Philadelphia Eagles in London following numerous injuries and the sudden retirement of Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson.

Elsewhere on the slate, the Seattle Seahawks remain 3-point favorites over the undefeated San Francisco 49ers. In Monday night's marquee game between Super Bowl frontrunners, the Los Angeles Rams sit as 3-point favorites over Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills, with bookmakers facing high action on the point total.

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