NFL Best Bets For Tonight (December 27): Ravens vs Packers Betting Odds & Player Prop Bets

Saturday night NFL is here, and there's a night showdown between the Ravens and Packers!

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Tonight, the Baltimore Ravens (7-8, 4-2 away) will square off against the Green Bay Packers (9-5-1, 5-2 home) on the road.

This is a crucial game for both teams, and the stakes are high tonight! It's already known that the Packers will be without star quarterback Jordan Love, who is dealing with a concussion and a shoulder issue.  With a 9-5 record, the Packers are second in the NFC North and have already clinched a playoff berth after the Detroit Lions' loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Christmas Day.

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While the Packers' chances are slim (< 15 %) to win the division over the Chicago Bears, it's still possible. It's as simple as it sounds: The Bears would have to lose all remaining games, and the Packers must win the final remaining weeks. As if losing Love wasn't enough, the Packers have a lengthy injury report. That includes several members of the offensive line (Aaron Banks, Sean Rhyan, Zach Tom), Christian Watson, and safety Evan Williams.

Saturday Night Football: Ravens vs Packers

Backup quarterback Malik Willis was initially on the injury report with an illness and a shoulder problem. Will he suit up tonight? The Packers have lost two straight, but are favored by three points at home tonight. With +590 odds to win the NFC North, Green Bay is likely to hang onto the No. 7 seed in the NFC (for now).

With a 7-8 record, the Ravens would be shut out from winning the AFC North and a playoff spot with a loss over the last two weeks. And with the Pittsburgh Steelers at the top, it's a crucial game for Baltimore. While they aren't officially out of playoff contention, wins are important. And now, Lamar Jackson is doubtful to play tonight.

Losers of three of the last four games, Baltimore is widely favored among sportsbooks to miss the playoffs (-1200) despite a talented 1-2 punch in Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry. +124 moneyline underdogs on the road, it will be a tall task to win in Green Bay.

The Ravens are all but eliminated from Super Bowl LX (+8000 odds), while the Packers have +1400 odds to raise the Lombardi Trophy.

Odds Are Current As Of December 27 AT 2 P.M. ET

If you're betting on the Ravens vs. Packers Saturday showdown, welcome!

Tonight's clash will kick off at 8 p.m. ET at Lambeau Field and will be broadcast on Peacock. With the weather forecast predicting 12 mph winds, the temperature is expected to be around low to mid-30s at the start of the matchup. Instead of Lamar Jackson vs. Jordan Love, we will see backup quarterbacks Malik Willis vs. Tyler Huntley tonight.

Here are my three best bets, player prop bets, and predictions for the Saturday, Dec. 27 NFL matchup featuring the Baltimore Ravens and Green Bay Packers. This article will feature moneyline, touchdowns, and player prop bets for Derrick Henry, Josh Jacobs, and more!

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NFL WEEK 17 BETS: Baltimore Ravens vs Green Bay Packers FanDuel Odds For December 27

MONEYLINE

• BALTIMORE RAVENS: +124
• GREEN BAY PACKERS: -146

SPREAD

• BALTIMORE RAVENS: +2.5 (-105)
• GREEN BAY PACKERS: -2.5 (-115)

 OVER/UNDER (TOTAL)

• OVER: 37.5 (-118)
• UNDER: 37.5 (-104)

BEST ODDS FOR BALTIMORE RAVENS VS GREEN BAY PACKERS

• Caesars has the best odds, favoring the Green Bay Packers by 2.5 points (-112)
• The Baltimore Ravens will get their seventh game on the road this NFL season.  BetMGM offers the best odds at -102, tabbing the Ravens as 2.5-point spread underdogs.
• DraftKings and FanDuel currently offer the best odds for the game totals. DraftKings offers the best value for the under (38.5) at -115, while FanDuel offers the best value for the over (37.5) at -118 odds.

Baltimore Ravens vs Green Bay Packers Injury Report

RAVENS

1. Lamar Jackson, QB: DOUBTFUL
2. Bilhal Kone, CB: IR
3. Dayton Wade, WR: IR
4. Justice Hill, RB: IR
5. Adisa Isaac, LB: IR

PACKERS

1. Jordan Love, QB: OUT
2. Christian Watson, WR: QUESTIONABLE
3. Aaron Banks, LG: QUESTIONABLE
4. Sean Rhyan, C: QUESTIONABLE
5. Zach Tom, RT: QUESTIONABLE
6. Evan Williams, S; QUESTIONABLE

NFL Predictions for Saturday, December 27, Week 17: Ravens vs Packers

NFL Player Prop Bets Tonight: Derrick Henry

• OVER 69.5 Rushing Yards (-138 FanDuel)

My first best bet for tonight, I went with Derrick Henry to record over 69.5 rushing yards for the Ravens.

The Ravens are all but out of the playoffs. If there's a player that can keep them in it tonight, it's Henry. Especially since Tyler Huntley will take center for the ailing quarterback Lamar Jackson. With this, I'm expecting the Ravens to keep the ball on the ground more tonight.

In last week's 28-24 loss to the New England Patriots, it was running backs Keaton Mitchell (35%) and Patrick Ricard (58%) who out-snapped Henry (44%). Make no mistake, King Henry is very much the clear workhorse back in Baltimore. In fact, he rushed for 128 yards on 18 carries for two touchdowns last week.

Mitchell rushed for just 13 yards, so no fear there.

Why Derrick Henry Can Clear This Player Prop Line Against The Packers

Overall, the Ravens are still in the picture, and of course, this is the final championship week for several fantasy football leagues. Am I really expected to fade Henry here?

The Packers boast a decent defense, ranking No. 13 in defensive rush DVOA. Losing Devonte Wyatt and Micah Parsons leaves a huge void, one that Henry can rush through.

Not only do the Packers allow 103.8 rushing yards per game, but Bears' running backs, Kyle Monangai and D'Andre Swift, rushed for a combined 108 yards last week. Two weeks prior, both backs combined for over 100+ rushing yards, and Jahmyr Gibbs (Lions) rushed for 68 yards alone.

Over the season, we've seen Rico Dowdle (130 yards), Tyrone Tracey Jr. (88 yards), Quinshon Judkins (95 yards), and Javonte Williams (85 yards) tear up the Packers' defense. While they rank No. 13 in opposing rushing yards to running backs, the defense has been porous at times.

While not as productive as last season, Henry has compiled another 1200+ rushing yard season in his second year with Baltimore. No.5 in rushing touchdowns (12), Henry ranks top five in yards after contact (849), and cracks the top 10 in explosive percentage (9.16 %) and yards per carry (7.8 YPC).

Final Ravens vs Packers NFL betting prediction: Derrick Henry OVER 69.5 Rushing Yards (-138 FanDuel)

Green Bay may rank No. 7 in EPA/rush, but without Parsons, the Packers lose a huge part of their defensive identity.

• I'm taking Derrick Henry to record over 69.5 rushing yards tonight. I do feel this line is low, and he has 54 carries over the last three games. Not to mention, he's recorded back-to-back 100+rushing yards against the Bengals and Patriots. While the Ravens may be sinking, Henry isn't going down with the ship. He's rushed for 90+ yards in three straight games, and 100+ in three of the last six matchups. Look for Henry to be heavily involved tonight without Lamar Jackson. 

NFL Player Prop Bets Tonight: Josh Jacobs

• Anytime Touchdown Scorer (+105 Fanatics)

My second-best bet for tonight, I placed one unit on Packers running back Josh Jacobs to score a touchdown.

Questionable to play tonight; it's no secret that Josh Jacobs has been fighting through a knee injury. While failing to eclipse over 100+ rushing yards this season, his production has been up and down. Compiling 926 rushing yards, he's averaged 66 yards on the ground through 14 games.

Jacobs rushed for 70+ yards for three straight games, and was bottled up for 36 yards on 12 attempts against the Bears last week.

Don't let these stats fool you—Jacobs is the clear No.1. back and is tied second among NFL running backs with 13 touchdowns on the season. And while I won't overlook backup quarterback Malik Willis, much like the Ravens, I'm expecting the Packers to attack on the ground.

Why Josh Jacobs Can Score A Touchdown Tonight Against The Ravens

Scoring two touchdowns over the last three games, we've seen Jacobs score in all but four games this season! In fact, he's put up three multi-touchdown performances.  Now he gets a Ravens' defense that allows the 14th-most touchdowns to running backs. With high winds expected, this may be a prime spot for Jacobs, who averages a 5.7% touchdown percentage.

I'm high on this prop, given that Jacobs ranks third among NFL running backs with 122 red zone rushing yards and a 68.8 rushing percentage inside the 20. Rushing for 152 on 51 attempts, Jacobs has 12 red zone touchdowns, and one has come in the backfield (receiving).

Just two weeks ago, the Ravens gave up a touchdown each to Steelers' backs Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell. While the defense has stepped up as of late, D'Andre Swift, Kryen Williams, Isiah Pachecho, Jahmyr Gibbs (2), Dylan Sampson, James Connor, David Montgomery, and more have scored touchdowns against them this season.

Final Ravens vs Packers NFL betting prediction: Josh Jacobs Anytime Touchdown Scorer (+105 Fanatics)

I know Jacobs isn't fully healthy, but it's hard to pass up the value at +105 odds. Last time he faced the Ravens, Jacobs scored two touchdowns, and he remains a consistent scorer.

• I'm taking Josh Jacobs to score a touchdown tonight. He has a home crowd behind him, and I'm expecting the Packers to rely on the run with Love out. Overall, Jacobs has 44 carries over the last three games. 

Moneyline Bet: Ravens vs Packers

• Green Bay Packers ML (-146 FanDuel)

I'm backing the public tonight, and I'm taking the Green Bay Packers moneyline and for them to win outright.

We are getting a showdown that features Malik Willis (Packers) and Tyler Huntley (Ravens). Jordan Love and Lamar Jackson have both been ruled out, which means this may be an ugly matchup.

The Packers have a long laundry list of injuries, which concerns me on both ends of the ball. Aside from Jackson, the Ravens are fairly healthy this week.

Love may be out, but as I mentioned before, we can't sleep on Willis. I do think he has the quarterback advantage over Tyler Huntley. And if Christian Watson can suit up, the Packers have the edge over the Ravens in the receiving department.

Although the Ravens have improved, the Packers have the clear edge defensively and have home field advantage tonight. With that said, I'm not banking on them to make the Super Bowl—they are fresh off two losses against the Bears and Broncos. However, the Ravens have lost three of their last four, and were shut out 24-0 by a disastrous Bengals team.

Final Ravens vs Packers NFL betting prediction: Packers Moneyline (-146 FanDuel)

I do think the run game will determine the outcome on both sides, but I'm going with the team that has victories over the Bears, Lions, and Steelers. While it's hard to say with Love out, we are talking about a Packers team that ranks top five in offensive DVOA.

• The Packers can STILL win the division, and I think they are the superior team. Baltimore has been too up and down, and has a +11 point differential. Compare that to the Packers (+61). I'm taking the Packers tonight. The Ravens rank No. 18 in defensive EPA per play, and now have a tough matchup on the road at Lambeau Field.