DraftKings’ current sign-up offer gives new customers $200 in bonus bets after placing a $5 wager; the bonus is credited within 21 days. With Week 2’s Sunday slate providing several compelling matchups, SportsLine analysts are using that promo to back a pair of confident plays at DraftKings Sportsbook.
SportsLine expert R.J. White is siding with Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs to cover as 6-point favorites against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday night. Meanwhile, SportsLine’s Mike McClure has locked in a pick on the Dallas Cowboys to cover a 4.5-point spread at home versus the Washington Commanders. For full details on the offer and the sportsbook itself, see our DraftKings promo code review and sportsbook app guide.
The SportsLine Projection Model runs each NFL game 10,000 times and has gone 53-39 on its top-rated NFL picks since the 2024 season — a streak that bettors following its selections could have benefitted from.
Sunday’s top recommended bets at DraftKings
– Cowboys -4.5 vs. Commanders
– Chiefs -6 vs. Colts
Putting these selections (along with a third pick the model recommends) into a three-leg parlay would currently pay about +580 (risk $100 to win $580; odds can change). New users can claim the $200 in bonus bets after their first $5 wager at DraftKings.
Why these picks: McClure noted that Dallas should be stronger defensively in its home opener and that the indoor setting benefits the Cowboys’ passing and kicking games versus Washington. R.J. White observed that Kansas City looked better than expected in Week 1 — Mahomes appears healthier and the Chiefs’ run game should exploit an Indianapolis defense that gave up heavy rushing yardage and high yards per play in its opener.
Want more picks? The SportsLine model and its team provide spread, total and moneyline projections for NFL games (and other sports), based on those 10,000 simulations per matchup.
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Fan Take: This promo makes trying out a tiny wager more appealing and could draw more casual viewers into betting on Week 2 matchups, increasing engagement across the NFL. As models and expert angles shape more betting narratives, teams’ Week 1 performances will be scrutinized harder, which may influence how fans and bettors view momentum early in the season.
Source: www.cbssports.com
