Kicking off their 2024 seasons in foreign territory, the Green Bay Packers will take on the Philadelphia Eagles from São Paulo, Brazil. As both teams are looking to cement themselves as contenders in the NFC early this season, this matchup is sure to produce fireworks.
Bet on Packers VS Eagles
GB +2.0
PHI -2.0
It’s a new era in both Green Bay and Philadelphia as quarterbacks Jordan Love and Jalen Hurts will go head-to-head for the first time as NFL starters.
The Eagles open as the slight favourites over the Packers as the oddsmakers have them priced at -2.0 on the spread. Kicking off at 8:15 PM ET from Corinthians Arena, both teams are sporting new leading rushers, as well as improved defences which could lead to an exciting chess match on the field.
While only one of these NFC powerhouses can start their season 1-0, you can take home multiple wins on your Packers VS Eagles bet slip with our expert picks & predictions.
Packers VS Eagles odds
| Packers Moneyline Odds | +110 |
| Eagles Moneyline Odds | -130 |
| Spread odds | Eagles -2.0 (-110), Packers +2.0 (-110) |
| Over/Under | 49.5 points (over -110, under -110) |
| Time/Date | Sep. 6, 8:15 p.m. ET |
| TV | Broadcast: TSN/DAZN |
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About the Packers (23/24: 9-8 SU, 9-8 ATS, 10-7 O/U)
After surging to finish the 2023 regular season and capturing the final spot in the NFC playoffs, the Packers made the most of their opportunity in the postseason. Embarrassing the Dallas Cowboys in the first-ever seven-seed upset since the NFL Playoffs expanded in 2020, the Packers went on to have a nail-biter with the eventual NFC Champion, San Francisco 49ers.
Looking to build on last season’s success, the Packers have upgraded key positions, such as running back Josh Jacobs and safety Xavier McKinney.
Set for a tough opening test to begin their 2023 season, the Packers will look to take their first step toward contention in this Week 1 thriller.
About the Eagles (23/24: 11-6 SU, 7-8-2 ATS, 9-8 O/U)
Beginning the 2023 NFL season with an impressive 10-1 record, the Eagles had a downward spiral to finish their regular season campaign as they dropped five of their last six games to end the year. Their troubles followed them into the postseason as they would fall to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the Wild Card round of the NFL Playoffs.
With the slate wiped clean and redemption on their minds, the Eagles are once again positioned to make a deep run toward the Super Bowl in 2023. With several key upgrades to their roster, such as running back Saquon Barkley and wide receiver Jahan Dotson, the Eagles look as dangerous as ever.
Hoping to replicate their early successes from last season, but this around maintain it, the Eagles will look to make an example out of the Packers in São Paulo.
Betting Mismatch
Set to make his debut against a team he has found ample success against throughout his career, look for the Eagles new star running back, Saquon Barkley to get on the board as an anytime touchdown scorer against the Packers.
Hot off the heels of a solid 2023 campaign that saw him break into the end zone 10 times, Barkley has continued to be an elite playmaker out of the backfield. After recording two rushing touchdowns against the Packers last season with the putrid New York Giants offensive line, look for him to have no trouble punching his way into the end zone behind the Eagles standout front line.
After allowing the fifth-most rushing yards per game in the entire NFL in 2023, the Packers have been proven susceptible to the run in the past. With some concerns around the front seven of the Packers, Barkley may be in for a field day in his first start with the Eagles.
At -105, this anytime touchdown scorer bet still holds solid value. The Eagles’ run-heavy offence is sure to lean heavily on their new top rusher to put points up on the scoreboard once they near the goal line.
Saquon Barkley Anytime Touchdown Scorer
-105
Key Injuries
The Packers enter into their 2024 season opener with a mostly healthy squad. The most notable absence for the Packers this season is running back AJ Dillon, who was placed on IR due to a neck injury in the offseason. Wide receiver Romeo Doubs, tight end Tucker Kraft, and running backs Elijah Wilson and Malcolm Lloyd are all listed as questionable for Week 1.
For the Eagles, their defence will be without several of their top players come Week 1. Newly acquired linebacker, Devin White has been listed as out against the Packers, citing an ankle injury as the problem. Also out of commission for the Eagles is cornerback James Bradberry IV who was placed on the IR with a lower leg issue. Other members of the Eagles IR are safety Sydney Brown, and tight end Albert Okwuegbunam.
Weather
Set for an unusually cool night for São Paulo, Brazil, the weather forecast is projecting for a temperature of 18-degrees, with mostly cloudy skies and light winds.
Betting trends
- The Packers excelled at covering as an underdog last season, going 8-4 against the spread in 2023.
- Since 2014, the Packers have won three of their last five head-to-head meetings against the Eagles.
- The Eagles performed well as the chalk in 2023, going 10-5 straight-up as favourites last season.
- Since 2003, the Eagles have been 3-1 against the spread when playing at a neutral site.
Player prop trends
- Jordan Love finished the 2023 season on fire, lasering two or more touchdown passes into the end zone in eight of his last nine regular season starts. At -140 odds, hammer Love to throw Over 1.5 passing touchdowns.
- In three career games played against the Packers, Eagles running back Saquon Barkley has averaged 79.6 rushing yards per game. With his line set at 64.5 yards, look for him to smash this total on Friday night.
- Eagles wide receiver Devonta Smith has scored a touchdown in two of his three season opener appearances, with both being the first offensive touchdown of the game for the Eagles. At +1000 to score the game’s opening touchdown, this could be a hefty moneymaker.
Wagers to consider
- A safe bet to secure you an easy payday, the Eagles to cover the single-score spread at -2.5 is a great look for bettors. With a savvy lineup full of proven performers, the Eagles are simply the more polished team in this matchup. While the Packers have what it takes to make things competitive, the Eagles should still be positioned to cover the spread with relative ease in this Week 1 tilt.
- Pitting two of the top teams in hitting the Over in 2023 against one another, betting this game to finish with greater than 49 points is the way to go. The Packers and Eagles averaged over 23 points per game a piece in 2023 and with both offences having improved, it’s safe to assume points may come early and often. Bet the Over on the Packers VS Eagles and watch your account balance climb alongside the scoreboard.
