In Week 9 of the NFL season, the model is shying away from picking the Broncos (6-2) over the Texans (3-4). Although Denver leads the AFC West and is riding a five-game winning streak, the Broncos are just 2-2 on the road this season.

That’s right: Drake Maye is currently third on the MVP betting board (+500) and Jonathan Taylor — a running back! — is in eighth (+1800). That puts them ahead of luminaries like Jalen Hurts, Jared Goff and Lamar Jackson.

While the free agent pool is lacking in quality, fantasy football managers can find a decent quantity of useful candidates to fill open roster spots.

SportsLine's computer simulation model has locked in a $10 5-leg NFL Week 9 parlay that pays out almost $18,000

With six teams on their bye weeks in Week 8 of the NFL season and numerous high-impact players around the league sitting out due to injuries, the stage was set for a day of surprises and swings.

The Philadelphia Eagles benefitted from a controversial early whistle blowing a tush push play dead against the New York Giants on Sunday.

Another week, another full slate of NFL action nearly in the books. And Week 8 has been chock-full of drama. Saquon Barkley finally rediscovered his big-play touch against -- who else? -- the New York Giants.

Dallas is also coming off a dominating win over Washington, 44-22. Dak Prescott passed for 264 yards and touchdowns with no turnovers. Running back Javonte Williams added 116 rushing yards with a touchdown, while CeeDee Lamb had five receptions for 110 yards and a touchdown.