Chicago, IL – Week 2 of the NFL season brought some harsh news for fans and teams alike, as several high-profile quarterbacks are now sidelined due to injuries. Notably, Joe Burrow (toe), J.J. McCarthy (ankle), Jayden Daniels (knee), and Justin Fields (concussion) have all been ruled out for Week 3. This raises some concerns for their respective franchises as they head into a critical stretch of the season.

According to the latest Week 3 NFL odds, the Cincinnati Bengals are a +3 underdog against the Minnesota Vikings, while the Washington Commanders, who will start Marcus Mariota in place of the injured Daniels, are favored at -3 against Las Vegas. The increasing number of injuries in the league is making it even harder to make informed NFL picks and predictions going forward.

For fans looking for guidance on their bets, SportsLine expert Eric Cohen is predicting scores for all 16 games in Week 3. Cohen, who finished the last season with a remarkable 190-95 record (a winning percentage of 69%) and is standing at 23-9 (72%) this season, offers insights and predictions that could be profitable for bettors. His score predictions are available exclusively, giving fans a chance to boost their knowledge before placing any bets.

This week, Cohen has highlighted the importance of a particular game, stating that for the Chicago Bears (currently slight underdogs) facing the Dallas Cowboys, this is essentially a must-win situation. Despite recent struggles, Cohen expects a high-scoring affair, predicting a final score of Bears 31, Cowboys 27. He also recommends betting the over on yardage for both quarterbacks and star wide receivers in this matchup.

With many games proving to be pivotal, Cohen hints that some lines could be tricky and advises bettors to do their homework. In addition, new users can take advantage of promotional offers to get a head start, including bonus bets for new sign-ups.

As Week 3 unfolds, fans are eager to see how these injuries will impact the performances on the field and what surprises might arise from the scheduled matchups.