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NFL Survivor Pool: Week 1, 2026 pick from advanced computer model

Don't lock in your NFL Week 1 survivor pick until you see the play from the SportsLine Projection Model

ByDaniel KohnPublished: Aug 22, 2026 2:51PM ET2 min read

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Week 1 of the NFL season could be the most challenging for your NFL survivor picks. Because none of the 32 teams have played yet, there is no in-season data to utilize. There are also several divisional matchups between rivals, including 49ers vs. Rams (-3.5) in Melbourne, Packers vs. Vikings (-1.5), Commanders vs. Eagles (-4.5), Cowboys vs. Giants (+2.5) and Broncos vs. Chiefs (-2.5). Meanwhile no game has a larger NFL spread to consider for Week 1 NFL knockout picks than Cardinals vs. Chargers (-10.5).