NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal Week 9 NFL Picks with Cynthia Frelund
Nov 7, 2025
Cynthia Frelund, an NFL Network analyst and analytics guru, joins Gregg Rosenthal to dissect Week 9 matchups. They explore why the Buccaneers might struggle against the Patriots, despite matchup advantages. Cynthia shares her thoughts on the Bears' potential due to the Giants' weaknesses. They also analyze the Steelers' chances to upset the Chargers, leaning on defensive strategies. Finally, Frelund emphasizes the Ravens' strengths against the Vikings, spotlighting Lamar Jackson's versatility. Tune in for their bold predictions!
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Bucs Have Edge Over Patriots
- Gregg Rosenthal argues the Buccaneers are a step up in class over the Patriots and will exploit New England's offensive line and pass defense weaknesses.
- He highlights the Bucs' rest and improved health as factors that tilt the matchup toward Tampa Bay.
Giants' Run Defense Is Exploitable
- Cynthia Frelund emphasizes the Giants' vulnerability to outside runs and high explosiveness metrics for rushing.
- She predicts the Bears exploit that weakness and cover the spread against the Giants.
Take Points Against Overfavored Teams
- Cynthia takes Saints plus 5.5 simply because she won't favor the Panthers by that many points.
- She advises grabbing value when a weaker team is oddly favored by multiple points.