NFL survivor pool picks, knockout strategy, advice for Week 9, 2026: Fade the New England Patriots

SportsLine computer model reveals its Week 9 guide for NFL Survivor and Survivor Revival pools…

By Daniel Kohn · Packernet

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 7:19 PM

Key Things to Know

The SportsLine Projection Model recommends fading the New England Patriots in Week 9 survivor pools.
New England enters as a 3-point favorite against Green Bay, but the model projects only a one-point victory.
Quarterback Drake Maye has recorded 1,983 passing yards, 15 touchdowns, and eight interceptions for the Patriots.

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The SportsLine Projection Model advises NFL survivor pool participants to fade the 5-3 New England Patriots in Week 9 against the Green Bay Packers. Although the Patriots enter the matchup as 3-point home favorites at Gillette Stadium, the model projects them to win by just one point, making them a risky pick.

Quarterback Drake Maye leads New England with 1,983 passing yards and 15 touchdowns, while Green Bay is led by quarterback Jordan Love alongside receivers Christian Watson and Matthew Golden. The model recommends looking toward other favorites, such as the Texans against the Chargers or the 49ers over the Raiders.

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NFL survivor pool picks, knockout strategy, advice for Week 9, 2026: Fade the New England Patriots

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