NFL Week 3: Baltimore Ravens defeat Dallas Cowboys at Maracanã Stadium, Rio de Janeiro (September 27, 2026, confirmed by NFL.com or AP by September 28, 2026)
Hit
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Published on 20. September 2026
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Predicted for 27. September 2026
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Based on: Statistical Pattern
Bookmaker odds imply ~62% win probability for Baltimore: Bet365 lists Ravens at $1.62 (implied ~61.7%), Cowboys at $2.35. The spread is −3.5 points for Baltimore. An alternative power-rating model (DAEPA) gives the Cowboys 57%, but this is based on season form without accounting for roster depth. Despite documented field issues at Maracanã (CEO Fred Nantes: turf damaged by heat and persistent rainfall), Baltimore has the stronger squad. Travel and time zone stress affects both teams equally. Conservative estimate after removing bookmaker margin: ~59%.
Data basis for this prediction
- Bet365: Ravens 1,62 / Cowboys 2,35, Spread −3,5 für Baltimore (rotowire.com, Stand 20.09.2026)
- DAEPA Power-Rating: Cowboys 57 % Win-Probability (statsinsider.com.au, 20.09.2026)
- Yahoo Sports / TotalProSports: Feldqualität Maracanã mangelhaft, CEO Fred Nantes bestätigt Schäden (20.09.2026)
Verdict: Hit
[Vorzeitig entschieden] Baltimore Ravens besiegten Dallas Cowboys 28–25 im ersten NFL-Spiel in Rio de Janeiro (Maracanã-Stadion). Bestätigt durch NFL.com, ESPN und AP.
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