3 Bold NFL Predictions for Week 9

Michael Crabtree Won't Be a Top-24 Wide Receiver

Why This Is Bold: Michael Crabtree ranks fifth in fantasy points among wide receivers in PPR leagues despite missing a game due to injury.

Why This Will Happen: Crabtree, despite his consistency this season, has yet to crack 100 receiving yards. Derek Carr has struggled to recapture his 2016 form this season, has thrown just 1 touchdown in four games. And he's turned the ball over multiple times in three games.

There has been line movement in favor of Oakland -- it opened with the Raiders as 0.5 point favorites but has since moved in their direction by another 2.5 points. If Carr et al can jump out to an early lead, they could lean heavily on the run game.