NFL Week 2 Touchdown Scorer Best Bets

Week 1 is in the books and now is the time to start looking ahead to the Sunday slate of games for Week 2. In Week 1, we saw some huge performances, some surprises and of course, some heartbreak for bettors. But with a full slate of Sunday games ahead in Week 2, there are some juicy matchups and prime scoring opportunities on the board. Here are three touchdown scorer props I’m locking in this weekend.

NFL Week 2 Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Pick #1: Jahmyr Gibbs to score a touchdown (-155)  Click Here to Bet

Pick #2: Travis Hunter to score a touchdown (+235)  Click Here to Bet

Pick #3: Derrick Henry to score the first touchdown (+375)  Click Here to Bet

Pick #1: Jahmyr Gibbs to score a touchdown (-155)

Let’s kick things off with a chalky but reliable pick: Jahmyr Gibbs to find the end zone.

The Lions didn’t have much success on the ground in Week 1. In fact, their run game looked a bit sluggish overall, with both Gibbs and Montgomery struggling to get anything going behind the new look offensive line that looked shaky at times. However, there was a silver lining, as Gibbs was used in the passing game often, catching 10 passes for just 31 yards. Gibbs touched the ball 19 times in total in Week 1 without scoring. The star is due this week.

This week, Detroit will face a Bears defense that gave up chunk plays through the air and showed signs of fatigue as their game wore on. It’s the kind of matchup where a dynamic back like Gibbs can thrive, especially if the Lions control time of possession like they have in the past.

Even with Montgomery healthy and in the mix, Gibbs is the guy with the explosive upside. He can score in multiple ways, and Detroit will find creative ways to get the ball in his hands near the end zone. The price isn’t great at -155, but this feels like one of the safer anytime TD bets on the board.

Pick #2: Travis Hunter to score a touchdown (+235)

Hunter’s NFL debut showed exactly why the hype was so real. While he didn’t rack up a ton of yards (just 33 yards on six catches), he was heavily involved in Jacksonville’s offensive game plan. It’s clear the Jags are going to get him involved, as they got him the ball in the quick game and are planning to use him more on defense as the season goes on. Although for now, his fantasy and betting value lies on the offensive side.

He gets a Bengals defense in Week 2 that had a tough time covering versatile receivers last week and last season. That’s a problem when you’re dealing with someone like Hunter, who can line up anywhere and break a big play at any time. He was used as a bit of a gadget guy in Week 1, but we know he is capable of running real routes from college tape and getting looks in scoring situations. At +235, the value is solid for someone who’s quickly becoming a trusted weapon.

Pick #3: Derrick Henry to score the first touchdown (+375)

If you were wondering whether Henry had lost a step being another year older, Week 1 put that to rest. He looked every bit like the old workhorse breaking tackles, hitting the second level and even ripping off 30 and 46-yard touchdowns in the game, en route to finishing with 169 yards on the ground on just 18 carries. He had a crucial fumble late, however, so you know he is going to be motivated to make up for that blunder heading into this game.

Now, he’s at home against the Browns, and the Ravens will likely look to establish the run early to control the tempo. If they get the ball first, you can bet Henry’s getting fed immediately. His role in the red zone hasn’t changed — and even from 20-30 yards out, he’s a threat to score on any play. At +375 for the first touchdown, this is the kind of high-reward bet that’s worth a shot.