Colts at Redskins NFL Week 2 Odds & Prediction

In NFL Week 2, Indianapolis heads to Washington as a close to +6 dog. Can the Colts upset the Redskins on the road? Or, will Washington put a beat down on Indianapolis? Check out odds, analysis, and a free pick when the Indianapolis Colts play the Washington Redskins.

Colts at Redskins NFL Week 2 Odds & Prediction

When: Saturday, Sep. 16 at 1:00 pm ET Where: FedEx Field, Landover, MD TV: CBS ATS Odds: Redskins -5.5 (-110) Over/Under Total Odds: 45.5 (-110)

Weather Forecast

• Chance of Rain: 25^°C/77^°F
• Humidity: 71%
• Precipitation: 40%
• Wind: 10 mph E
• Cloud Cover: 79%
• Type of Stadium: Open

Why are the Colts a good bet at +5.5?

In Week 1, Indianapolis quarterback Andrew Luck looked great in his first action in over a year. He completed 39 of 53 passes for 319 yards. Luck threw 2 TD passes to only a single interception. Luck’s TD throw went to tight-end Eric Ebron. If the Colts’ offense can play this well, Indianapolis should have a shot to keep it close versus a decent Washington team.

Team Statistics

Offense:

• Average Score For: 23
• Total Yards: 380
• Pass Yards: 305
• Rush Yards: 75

Defense:

• Average Score Against: 34
• Total Yards: 330
• Pass Yards: 229
• Rush Yards: 101

Why are the Redskins a good bet at -5.5?

Washington’s offense pummeled Arizona’s defense for 24 points in Week 1. Alex Smith threw for 247 yards. Running back Adrian Peterson rushed for 96 yards. AP also caught passes for 70 yards. Washington easily beat Arizona because tight-end Jordan Reed and third down back Chris Thompson are already on the same page as Smith. If Washington’s offense continues to click, they could blow out the Colts on Sunday.

Team Statistics

Offense:

• Average Score For: 24
• Total Yards: 429
• Pass Yards: 247
• Rush Yards: 182

Defense:

• Average Score Against: 6
• Total Yards: 213
• Pass Yards: 145
• Rush Yards: 68

Lastest NFL Betting Trends for Colts at Redskins

• Indianapolis is 2-5 ATS in the last 7 games
• Indianapolis is 1-7 SU in the last 8 games
• The total went UNDER in 8 of Indianapolis’s last 9 games
• Washington is 5-2 ATS in its last 7 games when playing Indianapolis
• Washington is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games at home
• The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Washington’s last 5 games

Colts at Redskins Final NFL Betting Analysis:

Luck played great, but Indianapolis only rushed for 75 yards in the 23-34 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. Indy can’t count on Luck to provide fireworks every time they step onto the field. Even when Luck plays well, the Colts can lose. If you’re a Colts fan, you’re wondering how the heck your team will stop Washington’s offense. With Smith at quarterback, Washington can beat you so many ways. He throws to every possible target and he doesn’t turn the ball over. Adrian Peterson sure looked like he’s got some football left after demolishing Arizona’s defense. The Colts allowed 101 rushing yards to the Bengals.  Washington should easily eclipse that. This is a different Washington team from last season while the Colts haven’t improved enough on either offense or defense. Washington dominates Indy.  

NFL Week 2 Pick: Washington Redskins -5.5