<p>The NFL season has arrived, and we are more than fired up.</p> <p>It’s been long enough since we witnessed a Kansas City capitulation at the hands of the champion Eagles in February’s Super Bowl.</p> <p>The Eagles look strong, despite losing a few on the defensive side. Kansas City still has Pat Mahomes and Andy Reid - and a soon-to-be-married tight end.</p> <p>Green Bay got stronger by trading for Micah Parsons. The Lions, Ravens, Bills, and Commanders should all remain powerful units.</p> <p>But the NFL is as random as sport gets. So expect the unexpected.</p> <p>Each week, we’ll break down the key matchups that will air in prime time for us Aussies. In week one, we actually have a bonus prime time game, hosted in São Paolo.</p> <p>Get ready for the craziness. For the latest NFL news, predictions, and betting tips, read on with my NFL Tips &amp; Predictions for week 1 below!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Dallas Cowboys vs Philadelphia Eagles</h2> <p><em><strong>Friday, September 5th, 10:20 AM, AEST, Lincoln Field, Philadelphia</strong></em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>In recent weeks, the Jerry Jones versus Micah Parsons standoff has dominated all the news.</p> <p>That clash ended when Jerry traded Parsons to Packer Land.</p> <p>The problem is, Dallas got weaker on D with the move, and the offence was already of some concern for the Cowboys.</p> <p>The Eagles look legit - again.</p> <p>Some defensive starters have departed town, but the defensive line is still a force, and the power run game should still be dominant behind Saquon Barkley and Jalen Hurts.</p> <p>Add in AJ Brown and Devonta Smith on the outside, and it’s all systems go toward defending the crown.</p> <p>Aussie Jordan Mailata might be the best left tackle in football, too.</p> <p><strong>Betting tip:</strong> <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/american-football/nfl/dallas-cowboys-at-philadelphia-eagles-9209522">Eagles 26 – Dallas 23</a></p> <p><strong>Best Bet:</strong> Saquon Barkley 100+ rush yards</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Kansas City Chiefs vs Los Angeles Chargers</h2> <p><em><strong>Saturday, September 6th, 10:00 AM AEST, Arena Corinthians, Sao Paulo</strong></em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>A divisional clash on foreign soil.</p> <p>Jim Harbaugh brought instant grunt and drive to this franchise. They made the playoffs and will look to build on that into 25/26.</p> <p>The last time KC took to the field, embarrassment followed as the Eagles wiped them from the grass in the Super Bowl.</p> <p>Rashee Rice will miss six games, meaning Mahomes and Reid will need to get creative offensively to make things happen.</p> <p>In unfamiliar territory, it would not surprise me to see this one play out as a defensive slog.</p> <p><strong>Betting tip:</strong> <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/american-football/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs-at-los-angeles-chargers-9216935">Chiefs 23 – Chargers 22</a></p> <p><strong>Best Bet:</strong> Ladd McConkey for most receiving yards in the game</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Baltimore Ravens vs Buffalo Bills</h2> <p><em><strong>Monday, September 8th, 10:20 AM AEST, Highmark Stadium, Orchard Park, New York</strong></em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>This is an all-time way to kickstart a season.</p> <p>The past two NFL MVPs in a showdown in western New York.</p> <p>Both Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen need to get over the hump - that hump being Mahomes and his Chiefs.</p> <p>Championship Game stumbles are no longer good enough when you have the personal accolades but not the team ones.</p> <p>The Bills are 16-4 from their last 20 at home and were unbeaten in Buffalo since the calendar turned for 2025.</p> <p>Unless Derrick Henry and Jackson run all over the Bills' D, it’s hard to go against these Bills on home soil.</p> <p><strong>Betting tip:</strong> <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/american-football/nfl/minnesota-vikings-at-chicago-bears-9216989">Bills 28 – Ravens 24</a></p> <p><strong>Best Bet: </strong>Bills 1-13</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Minnesota Vikings vs Chicago Bears</h2> <p><em><strong>Tuesday, September 9th, 10:15 AM AEST, Soldier Field, Chicago</strong></em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Monday Night Football closes with the interesting Vikings arriving against the very interesting Bears.</p> <p>Sam Darnold departs the Twin Cities. So, JJ McCarthy can take the reins. And offensive guru Ben Johnson goes from Lions OC to Bears head coach. Many expect instant improvement from Caleb Williams due to the new coach.</p> <p>The Vikings are loaded elsewhere. Jefferson and Addison out wide, Aaron Jones in the backfield, and TJ Hockenson at tight end.</p> <p>The defence also mauls folks, led by Brian Flores.</p> <p>The Bears' D got going late in the season and should be able to complement Williams, as the former No. 1 overall pick shows he can be a franchise player.</p> <p>Tough one to pick in the Windy City.</p> <p><strong>Betting tip:</strong> <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/american-football/nfl/minnesota-vikings-at-chicago-bears-9216989">Vikings 23 – Bears 21</a></p> <p><strong>Best Bet:</strong> -44.5 points</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>NFL 2025/26 Super Bowl LX Championship Odds:</h2>