It’s only Week 3 of the NFL season, but we’re already about to see a slew of backup QBs start games.
Of course, Jake Browning starting for the Bengals in the wake of Joe Burrow’s devastating toe injury is the highest-profile instance. But Cincinnati is hardly alone.
With that in mind, here are the best backups to wager on while point spread betting this weekend. I’ll go also highlight backup QBs to bet against and one to stay away from altogether.
NFL Backup QBs starting in Week 3
NFL backup QBs to bet ATS in Week 3
Mac Jones, San Francisco 49ers vs Arizona
Why to bet on him: For the record, the 2-0 Cardinals are way better than the Saints, and Arizona went into Santa Clara and won a year ago. That means the Niners should be on upset alert this weekend, especially with Jones start