WEEK 1 PICKS: Seahawks or Patriots? Bills or Texans? Bengals or Bucs? Chiefs or Broncos?

From Locked On NFL Scouting with the Draft Dudes - Daily podcast covering NFL and College Football scouting Locked On Podcast Network, Kyle Crabbs, Joe Marino

NFL Week 1 kicks off with high drama as the Seattle Seahawks launch their title defense against the New England Patriots and Drake Maye faces scrutiny over his struggles against cover 6. Show hosts debate whether Seattle’s dominant front can shut down the Patriots’ run game and if Maye is ready to adjust in his sophomore campaign. Key matchups including Rams vs. 49ers in Australia—highlighted by the 49ers’ mounting injuries—and the Houston Texans hosting the Buffalo Bills, set the tone for a weekend of upsets and bold predictions. Joe Marino and Kyle Krabs analyze spreads, roster power rankings, and standout moneyline opportunities across all 16 NFL matchups. Discussions spotlight Justin Fields powering the Chicago Bears’ dynamic offense, Tua Tagovailoa’s sudden regression with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and Green Bay Packers’ Jordan Love outshining divisional rival Minnesota Vikings. With potential sleeper picks, coaching chess matches, and crucial injury updates, this episode sets the stage for a must-watch NFL opening w