Week 2 Pick in the Jazz Survivor Contest

The second week of the NFL season is here, and it's time to make another crucial pick in the Survivor Pool picks in the contest at Jazz Sports. Week 1 may have been relatively easy for with our selection of the Baltimore Ravens, who crushed the hapless Texans 25-9, but Week 2 presents a new set of challenges. I'm here to provide you with my top picks in the Jazz Sports Survivor Challenge for Week 2. In addition to documenting the picks, whether you're a seasoned bettor or just starting out, these picks will give you the best chance of surviving and thriving in your Survivor pool or to play against and beat OSGA at Jazz Sports. In this article, we will analyze the top survivor pick for Week 2, either the Dallas Cowboys or the Buffalo Bills.

Dallas Cowboys: A Safe Bet

The Dallas Cowboys are coming off a dominant performance in Week 1, where they crushed the Giants 40-0, in a win for the ages. With a strong offense led by Dak Prescott and a solid defense, the Cowboys have all the makings of a safe survivor pick. In Week 2, they face the New York Jets, a team that is still finding its footing with a new quarterback. The Jets are unpredictable, and even with their surprising 22-16 win over the Bills, they are unlikely to pose a significant threat to the Cowboys. In fact, i expect a huge let down for the Jets this week.

According to the odds, the New York Jets, now led by Zach Wilson, are expected to struggle in their upcoming game against the Dallas Cowboys with a team total  of just 13.5. Wilson has been the lowest-rated passer in the NFL for the past two seasons and faces an extremely tough challenge against a strong Cowboys defense.

Buffalo Bills: Bouncing Back

The Buffalo Bills suffered the aforementioned loss to the New York Jets. However, this loss only serves as motivation for the Bills to come back stronger in Week 2. They face the Las Vegas Raiders, a team that showed some promise in Week 1, but still has a long way to go. The Bills, playing at home, are eager to redeem themselves and secure a victory. It hard to see the Bills starting the season 0-2, wile losing their home opener. With their talented roster and a determined mindset, the Bills are a solid survivor pick for Week 2.

Evaluating the Matchup

When making our weekly survivor pick, it's crucial we consider the matchups. Both the Cowboys and the Bills have favorable matchups in Week 2 and are big favorites. The Cowboys are facing a team with an uncertain offense, while the Bills have the advantage of playing at home against a team that still has room for improvement. These factors make both teams strong contenders for survivor pool picks.

Making the Decision

Ultimately, the decision between the Dallas Cowboys and the Buffalo Bills comes down to personal preference and individual strategy. I think the Cowboys are the safer pick due to their dominant Week 1 performance and the Jets' uncertainty. The Bills have the motivation to bounce back and the advantage of playing at home, but they faltered terribly in Week 1. It's essential to consider your own risk tolerance and assess the potential rewards of each pick.

Get in on the contests

This year, player-favorite sportsbook, Jazz Sports is running a promotion where you can beat OSGA. They offered four contests and players have already beaten us at Tennis and cashed-in. Currently they have their Survivor Contest and an NCAA Pick 'Em contest. We'll be posting our picks for Survivor here every week until we bust out and lucky Jazz Players who participate will cash in. The Pick 'Em pool starts with Week 2. Players can get a $25 free play just for outlasting us in the Survivor Pool and finishing ahead of us on the Pick 'Em leaderboard. Head to Jazz Sports now and get in the free shot at OSGA.