NFL Week 18 QB Matchups Betting Predictions & Picks for Every Game

Betting on a quarterback’s performance in NFL Week 18 is an exciting way to engage with the action, especially as playoff spots and division titles come down to the wire.

There are several types of bets you can place that focus on a quarterback’s individual performance during the game. Here’s a breakdown of the most popular ways to bet on quarterbacks in Week 18:

1. Over/Under Passing Yards
   One of the most common ways to bet on a quarterback’s performance is by wagering on whether they will throw for more or less than a set number of passing yards.
   Oddsmakers set a line for each quarterback, and you bet on whether the QB will surpass or fall short of that total.
   Example: If a quarterback like Jared Goff has an over/under of 250 passing yards, you would bet on whether he will throw more or fewer yards in the game.
2. Passing Touchdowns
   You can also bet on how many touchdowns a quarterback will throw in the game.
   This type of prop bet lets you wager on whether a quarterback will throw over or under a certain number of passing touchdowns.
   Example: If a QB like Kirk Cousins has an over/under of 1.5 touchdowns, you can bet on whether he’ll throw 2 or more, or 1 or fewer.
3. Quarterback to Throw an Interception
   Another popular bet is whether a quarterback will throw an interception during the game.
   Sportsbooks will set odds based on the QB’s past performance and the opposing defense.
   Example: Betting on whether Sam Darnold will throw an interception in Week 18 is a way to bet on a quarterback’s decision-making under pressure.
4. Quarterback to Score a Rushing Touchdown
   If a quarterback is known for running the ball, such as Jalen Hurts or Justin Fields, you can bet on whether they will score a rushing touchdown during the game.
   Example: A bet might be placed on Josh Allen rushing for a touchdown, especially if the game is close or if he’s used in goal-line situations.
5. Player Prop Bets
   In addition to the major statistics, sportsbooks may offer additional prop bets on quarterbacks, such as:
   Total completions: Will a quarterback complete more than a certain number of passes?
   Longest pass completion: How far will a quarterback’s longest throw be?
   Quarterback to win MVP: In high-stakes games, you may find a bet on which quarterback will be named Player of the Game.
6. Live Betting on Quarterbacks
   During the game, many sportsbooks offer live betting options, where you can place wagers on a quarterback’s ongoing performance.
   These bets may include live over/under on passing yards, touchdowns, or even whether the quarterback will throw an interception next.
7. Betting on Quarterback Matchups
   Some sportsbooks also offer quarterback matchup bets where you can compare two quarterbacks.
   For example, you might bet on who will throw more yards between Jared Goff and Kirk Cousins in Week 18.
   This type of bet is often found in prop bet markets and allows you to compare performance head-to-head.

To bet on a quarterback’s performance in NFL Week 18, look for player prop bets, over/under totals on passing yards or touchdowns, and other performance-based wagers. These types of bets can add excitement to the final week of the regular season, especially as quarterbacks fight for playoff positioning.

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NFL Week 18 is here and pretty much nothing has been decided. Almost every game on the week 18 schedule will affect playoff seeding. In this blog, we handicap quarterback matchups. Check out QB matchups analysis and NFL Betting picks for every game on the NFL Week 18 schedule. 

Who’ll Win the Quarterback Matchups in Week 18? | NFL Lines & Betting Predictions

Kansas City – Patrick Mahomes vs Las Vegas – Jarrett Stidham | Saturday, Jan. 7

Mahomes is the easy pick, right? Not so fast. Stidham threw for 364 yards and tossed 3 touchdowns against the league’s best defense. Jarrett gets the nod in this individual matchup. 

QB Matchup Pick: Jarrett Stidham

Tennessee – Joshua Dobbs vs. Jacksonville – Trevor Lawrence | Saturday, Jan. 7

Dobbs will struggle against one of the top defenses in the NFL. Trevor Lawrence should have an excellent day versus a Titans team that’s reeling in every way imaginable. 

QB Matchup Pick: Trevor Lawrence

Baltimore – Tyler Huntley vs. Cincinnati – Joe Burrows | Sunday, Jan. 8

Here’s another where the matchup is one-sided. Joe Burrow is an MVP candidate. Tyler Huntley is filling in admirably for Lamar Jackson. But he made some bad plays that allowed the Steelers to grab a win in the Ravens’ last. Burrow wins this one. 

QB Matchup Pick: Joe Burrow

Tampa Bay – Tom Brady vs Atlanta – Desmond Ridder | Sunday, Jan. 8

Brady rallied the Buccaneers against a much better team in NFL Week 17. The Panthers were up big over Tampa. But the Terrific One would have none of it.

Desmond Ridder will be a decent quarterback in the NFL but this is a training exercise for the Atlanta Falcons. Brady will be the one handing out the lessons. 

QB Matchup Pick: Tom Brady

New England – Mac Jones vs Buffalo – Josh Allen | Sunday, Jan. 8

Jones has taken a step back this season. Mac suffered some injuries early in the season and hasn’t gotten back to playing his best ball.

Josh Allen, like Joe Cool in Cincinnati, is an MVP candidate. Allen for sure will outplay Jones. 

QB Matchup Pick: Josh Allen

Minnesota – Kirk Cousins vs Chicago – Justin Fields | Sunday, Jan. 8

The Bears have just 3 wins. But if Justin Fields is one-hundred percent, he should dominate a Vikings’ defense that isn’t very good. 

QB Matchup Pick: Justin Fields

Houston – Davis Mills vs Indianapolis – Sam Ehlinger | Sunday, Jan. 8

Throw a dart. We’ll go with the Texans because Mills can lean on a decent rushing attack and a pretty good defense. The Colts are ready to head to the fishing hole. 

QB Matchup Pick: Davis Mills

NYJ – Mike White vs. Miami – Skylar Thompson | Sunday, Jan. 8

Jets’ quarterback Mike White might take a seat. Even if he doesn’t, Skyler Thompson gets the nod. We have to look at the supporting cast in this matchup and Skylar’s is much better than Mike’s. 

QB Matchup Pick: Skylar Thompson

Carolina – Sam Darnold vs. New Orleans – Andy Dalton | Sunday, Jan. 8

Darnold has better stats. However, the Saints’ defense looked fantastic versus Gardner Minshew and the Philly Eagles in week 17. Sam isn’t a better QB than Gardner and this happens in the Superdome. In addition, Andy should be fired up after alma mater TCU upset Michigan and will play in the National Championship.

QB Matchup Pick: Andy Dalton

Cleveland – Deshaun Watson vs. Pittsburgh – Kenny Pickett | Sunday, Jan. 8

On paper, Watson should dominate. Pickett, though, has become a solid signal-caller. Twice in the past two weeks, Kenny has rallied the Steelers. Pittsburgh can make the playoffs with a victory. So we should expect Kenny to step it up. 

QB Matchup Pick: Kenny Pickett

LAC – Justin Herbert vs. Denver – Russell Wilson | Sunday, Jan. 8

Herbert faces a much tougher defense than many believe. Denver picked it up against Kansas City in a decent game in week 17. The Broncos didn’t win but they played Mahomes and the Chiefs tough. Wilson turned it on in the matchup. There’s a chance Russell keeps it going. 

QB Matchup Pick: Russell Wilson

NYG – Daniel Jones vs. Philadelphia – Gardner Minshew | Sunday, Jan. 8

Jones doesn’t make mistakes. But Daniel won’t post numbers close to Minshew. Gardner figures to throw for over 300 yards and at least 2 TDs. Jones will throw for 200 to 220 at best. 

QB Matchup Pick: Gardner Minshew

Arizona – David Blough vs. San Francisco – Brock Purdy | Sunday, Jan. 8

Purdy is playing like a 10-year vet who hasn’t missed a start during his career. Blough is a journeyman quarterback who hopes to keep his second string spot into 2023-2024.

QB Matchup Pick: Brock Purdy

LAL – Baker Mayfield vs. Seattle – Geno Smith | Sunday, Jan. 8

Baker is playing decent football. So is Geno. The thing about this matchup is that Seattle will lean on their rushing attack. The Rams have zero rushing game. So even if the Seahawks win, they can even win big, Baker takes the individual matchup. 

QB Matchup Pick: Baker Mayfield

Dallas – Dak Prescott vs. Washington – Carson Wentz | Sunday, Jan. 8

We’ve go the feeling Wentz is about to hang up the cleats. The man showed zero urgency in a must win game in week 17. Dak loves playing football. Prescott especially loves beating the Commanders. If the Cowboys win and the Eagles lose, Big D takes the NFC East. So expect Prescott to light up D.C.

QB Matchup Pick: Dak Prescott

Detroit – Jared Goff vs. Green Bay – Aaron Rodgers | Sunday, Jan. 8

Green Bay should win the game, but this is going to be close. Rodgers won’t push the envelope because Aaron knows if Green Bay hopes to make the playoffs, they must win.

Goff will outplay AR in this game. Jared has proven he’s a legit QB1. 

QB Matchup Pick: Jared Goff