Looking ahead to Sunday's NFL Week 6 slate, we're eyeing up two explosive running backs going up against juicy matchups. Let's target some alternate lines with our two favorite props for this week's NFL slate.
Henry + Gibbs = $$$
Derrick Henry 120+ rushing yards (+360 DraftKings)
It's Tractorcito season. The Baltimore Ravens have figured out how to best utilize Henry in this offense, and he's been dominating opposing defenses of late. The veteran running back has rushed for 442 yards over the last three starts, going over 120 rushing yards in two of those games.
The Ravens would be foolish not to keep pounding Henry in this matchup, as the Washington Commanders rank 31st in the NFL in yards allowed per carry. Baltimore wants to run the ball and keep Jayden Daniels off the field as much as possible, and Henry will be the main piece of that game plan.
Jahmyr Gibbs 80+ rushing yards (+280 DK)
Gibbs has been incredibly efficient with his rushing touches this year. The Detroit Lions running back is averaging 5.3 yards per carry through four games, and he's recorded at least 78 yards in three games despite splitting snaps with David Montgomery.
The Dallas Cowboys have been gashed by the two best running backs they faced this season. Alvin Kamara rushed for 115 yards and three touchdowns in Week 2, and Henry rushed for 151 yards and two scores in Week 3. Dallas has trouble limiting explosive runs, and that's exactly what Gibbs does best. He can break a couple in this matchup.
If you're feeling frisky, you can parlay these props for +1648 odds on DraftKings.
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