How shocking would it be in the Indianapolis Colts defeated the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 3 of the NFL? The answer is "incredibly shocking" if you take the on-field results at face value so far this season. The next question is: why wouldn't you do that?
The Kansas City Chiefs have opened the season 2-0 with a thumping of Arizona and a close one over a top team in the LA Chargers. Most have KC as the No. 2 team in the NFL, behind only the Buffalo Bills.
The Pick: Kansas City Chiefs defeat Indianapolis 30-10
Meanwhile, the Colts are 0-1-1 with a tie against one of the worst teams in the league. To go with their meaningless tie, the Colts also have a loss to Jacksonville. The Jaguars were considered one of the worst teams in the league - except they beat the Colts 24-0 and the spread swayed some opinions.
Before backing the Chiefs, you have to look at their depth chart. Everything seems to be in place offensively in terms of key players. Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, and JuJu Smith-Schuster are all good to go. There aren't any major questions on defense. The only hang-up is their placekicker, Harrison Butker, who is questionable.
The Chiefs, arguably, are 85% - 90% favorites in this upcoming game. Even if the Colts are healthy themselves - which they may or may not be.
Will Michael Pittman Jr. play?
Michael Pittman Jr., the top receiver for Indy, was limited in practice on Thursday. His playing status remains questionable as of Thursday evening. If anyone is entertaining the Colts in this game, be sure to check on his playing status before making a move.
The moneyline odds for the game are -250 (2/5) for the favored Chiefs. Those odds may seem short but they are still well long for the game that's coming up. You can always add the odds into a parlay if they don't excite you.
Kansas City Chiefs betting recommendation:
- KC's moneyline in Week 3 at -250 (2/5) with Unibet
