Jimmy Kempski NFL Week 6 Betting Picks Published on PhillyVoice
In a recent column for PhillyVoice, Jimmy Kempski released his Week 6 NFL betting picks and against-the-spread predictions for the 2026 season. Kempski outlines matchups across the slate, tracking an overall 2026 straight-up record of 48-31-1 and an against-the-spread record of 11-19-1.
Seahawks Defense Slated to Test Bo Nix
The Seattle defense travels to face the Denver Broncos in Week 6. Kempski points out that while Seattle’s defense mostly met high expectations entering the season, the Denver defense has been only OK. The matchup features Bo Nix facing a Seattle unit that Kempski argues puts opposing quarterbacks in hell for 60 minutes.
Eagles Offense Struggles Draw Sharp Criticism
The Philadelphia Eagles enter Week 6 hosting the Carolina Panthers without Jalen Hurts. Kempski highlights alarming offensive statistics for Philadelphia through the first five games of the season, noting that the Eagles rank 29th in points per game at 18.4, 31st in yards per game at 262.2, and 30th in yards per play at 4.5. Additional struggles include ranking 32nd in first downs per game at 14.4 and 30th in EPA per play at -0.19. The Eagles have faced mostly weak defensive competition—including the Commanders and Titans, a mediocre Bears defense, and a Rams defense missing Myles Garrett, Aaron Donald, and Jaylen Watson—yet produced no offensive identity. Meanwhile, Deniz Selman’s net EPA chart places the Eagles 30th in net EPA per drive, indicating the team is fortunate to hold a 2-3 record.
It's not technically false that the #Eagles are "two plays away from being 4-1" but they would have been one of the worst 4-1 teams ever. Through 5 weeks they are 30th in net EPA/drive (ahead of only Arizona and Miami) and rather fortunate to be 2-3. pic.twitter.com/lRA0k8aMeH
Matchup Breakdown Across the Week 6 Slate
Kempski details several other key games on the NFL schedule:
- Jets at Patriots: The New England Patriots are favored by 7 points after securing a road win in Buffalo in Week 4 and blowing out the Raiders in Week 5. New England swept the Jets last season by a combined score of 69-24.
- Steelers at Buccaneers: The Pittsburgh Steelers carry 22 consecutive non-losing seasons into Week 6, though they have not won a playoff game in 10 years. Pittsburgh enters as 2.5-point favorites.
- Ravens at Browns: The Baltimore Ravens are 4-point favorites against the Cleveland Browns, who lost at home to the Jets in Week 5.
- Cardinals at Rams: The Los Angeles Rams are 12.5-point favorites against the Arizona Cardinals, outperforming their 2-3 record according to net EPA metrics.
- Chargers at Chiefs: The Kansas City Chiefs host the Los Angeles Chargers as 8.5-point favorites. Andy Reid holds a 22-5 record the week after a bye.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jimmy Kempski’s record for the 2026 NFL season?
Kempski enters Week 6 with a 48-31-1 straight-up record and an 11-19-1 record against the spread for the 2026 season.
Who are the remaining undefeated and winless teams mentioned in the column?
The remaining undefeated teams are the Vikings, 49ers, and Chiefs. The remaining winless teams are the Dolphins, Titans, and Chargers.
What point spread did Jimmy Kempski assign to the Panthers and Eagles game?
The Carolina Panthers are listed as 3.5-point favorites over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Keep reading