The Commanders are ready to clash with the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, Dec 31. This week 17 matchup is set to kick off at 1:00 ET and will be televised on FOX. San Francisco enters this game as 12.5-point favorites, and the over/under total is currently at 49.5. Can the 49ers pull this one out as the favorite? Below you will find our Commanders vs. 49ers predictions.
Commanders VS. 49ers Odds
- Spread: 49ers -12.5
- Total 49.5
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Game Info
- Date: Sunday, Dec 31
- Time: 1:00 ET
- Location: FedEx Field, Landover MD
- TV: FOX
49ers Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the 49ers have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- The 49ers are 4-1 ATS in their last road games and 4-1 straight-up.
- Looking back on the team’s last ten games as the favorite, the 49ers have a straight-up record of 6-4. Their record vs the spread in these games was 4-6.
Commanders Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Commanders have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 0-4-1 vs. the spread.
- Through their last ten home contests, the Commanders offense has averaged 22 points per game while allowing an average of 28. Washington posted an overall record of 3-7 while going 6-4 ATS.
- In their last three games as the betting underdog, the Commanders have a straight-up record of 0-3 and an ATS mark of 1-2.
Are the 49ers Ready for a Win at Landover?
As they get ready to face the Commanders, the 49ers carry in a 11-4 record. Within the NFC-West, they are currently in 1st place and are positioned 1st in the NFC overall. The 49ers have put together an above .500 record versus the spread this season, currently at 8-6-1. Their average scoring margin for this season is +11.8.
The 49ers hosted the Ravens in their last game but suffered a 33-19 loss. With the 14-point loss to the Ravens, the 49ers also took a loss vs. the spread as 6.5-point favorites. With a set over/under line of 46.5 points, the game concluded with a combined total of 52 points, surpassing the betting line.
The 49ers’ offense produced a total of 429 yards against the Ravens. On third downs, the 49ers achieved a conversion rate of 42.9%. Notably, Christian McCaffrey led the rushing attack with 103 yards, while Brock Purdy passed for 255 yards.
Heading into this week’s matchup with the Commanders, the 49ers defense has given up an average of 17.8 points per game. They are currently 2nd in quarterback hits and have allowed an average of 312.3 yards per contest.
Will Washington Make it Happen at Home?
In week 17, Washington is in 4th place in the NFC-East with a 4-11 record. Within the NFC, they find themselves in 14th place. In terms of the spread, the Commanders hold a record of 6-8-1. This has come on an average scoring margin of -9.6.
Week 16 saw the Commanders take on the Jets on the road, resulting in a 30-28 loss. Despite a straight-up loss, the Commanders were able to keep things closer than expected, as they were 3-point underdogs before kickoff. Totaling 58 points alongside New York, the game’s point total exceeded the set over/under line of 36.5.
In their matchup against the Jets, the Commanders ran the ball 22 times, with Chris Rodriguez Jr. emerging as the top rusher with 58 yards. In the passing game, Jacoby Brissett finished with 13 passes, resulting in 100 yards and a passer rating of 123.
The Washington defense has 17 takeaways this season, positioning them 9th in the NFL. Overall, they are at 30.2 points per game allowed and giving up an average of 384.3 yards.
Commanders vs. 49ers Player Prop
The receiving yards prop for Deebo Samuel is currently at 57.5. In terms of implied odds, there’s a 54% chance that he will surpass this value, coming on a payout of -118. In terms of receiving yards, Deebo Samuel is 27th among other receivers with 834 yards. Through 13 games, he has been targeted 6.2 times per contest and is 14th in fantasy points at his position. I see Samuel’s prop being set too high, considering the 49ers are a below-average group in terms of pass attempts. I’m taking the under at 57.5 yards.
- The Prop: Deebo Samuel Under 57.5 Receiving Yards (-116)
Commanders VS. 49ers Predictions
Since the lines have opened, San Francisco has moved from -13 point favorites to their current line of -12.5 (-110). Washington is currently +12.5 (-110) point underdogs at home.
Even though the Commanders are the 12.5-point underdogs at home, I like them to cover the spread against the 49ers. In their last game, the 49ers defense struggled to get off the field, giving up 23 first downs. Look for the Commander’s offense to put up enough points to keep this one interesting.
The Pick: Commanders +12.5 | -110 at Fanduel Sportsbook