2024 NFL Week 3 expert picks, predictions, best bets by Chris 'The Bear' Fallica

"Bear Bets" are real wagers that Chris "The Bear" Fallica is actually making.

We're on to Week 3, and I've got my eyes on a handful of games.

For those new to this space, if you are looking for a few wagers to get in on the NFL action, I have you covered. Nothing makes football better than having a few bucks on the games weekly.

We went .500 in Week 2, but we're still up on the season. 

Last Week: 1-1 (Season: 4-3)

(All times ET)

Sunday, Sept. 22

Eagles @ Saints (1 p.m., FOX and FOX Sports App )

This is a buy-low spot on the Eagles and that's it. This line has completely flipped after the Saints looked dominant in their 2-0 start. The Eagles, on the other hand, have been less than impressive. I’m counting on Philly's offense to keep pace with the Saints, with a chance to win this one late. 

PICK: Eagles (+3) to lose by fewer than 3 points, or win outright

Texans @ Vikings (1 p.m., CBS)

I love both of these defenses. You know Brian Flores will draw something up that C.J. Stroud hasn’t seen and, on the flip side, that Texans defense just plays fast and in the mold of its head coach DeMeco Ryans. That will be a test for Sam Darnold, who might have a less-than 100 percent Justin Jefferson. 

PICK: Under 46 points scored by both teams combined

Lions @ Cardinals (4:25 p.m., FOX and FOX Sports app )

The Lions left a lot of points on the board in Sunday’s loss to the Bucs, and they can't afford to do that against a Cardinals offense that has looked like one of the NFL’s best. Aidan Hutchinson has a lot of sacks, but outside of that, the Lions defense has a lot of holes. Feels like a higher scoring game, but I love how hard the Cardinals play for Jonathan Gannon, and I give them an