The matchups

Raiders at Ravens

Time: 10 a.m.

Line: Ravens by 7.5

Records: Raiders (2-4); Ravens (3-3)

Raiders: Coming off last-second home victory over Jets, and rookie Darren McFadden playing a larger role. They’ll need big plays against this defense.

Ravens: Defense has been suffocating at home, allowing total of 33 points in wins over Bengals, Browns and loss to Titans. Offense needs only to hold serve.

Fantasy outlook: Raiders’ JaMarcus Russell, who has five TD passes vs. two INTs, will have to open it up because of Ravens’ tough run defense. Willis McGahee, who had first 100-yard game of year last week, ready to do more.

Injuries: Raiders tight end Ben Troupe (foot) is out for season.

Cardinals at Panthers

Time: 10 a.m.

Line: Panthers by 4

Records: Cardinals (4-2); Panthers (5-2)

Cardinals: Had week off to get ready for their third trip east (lost at Redskins and Jets). Kurt Warner, NFC’s No. 2 passer, has thrown five TD passes, four INTs on road.

Panthers: They’ve built impressive homefield advantage, going 4-0 and winning by 18.8 per game. Controlling ball is key in this one.

Fantasy outlook: Cardinals’ Larry Fitzgerald leads NFL with five TD receptions, averaging 15.2 yards per catch. Panthers’ DeAngelo Williams, who ran for 121 yards in victory at Arizona last year, averaging 4.0 yards per carry, has two TDs.

Injuries: Panthers LB Thomas Davis (shoulder) may not play.

Bucs at Cowboys

Time: 10 a.m. TV: Fox 28

Line: Cowboys by 2

Records: Bucs (5-2); Cowboys (4-3)

Bucs: Only losses have been on road, and by total of seven points (Saints, Broncos). They’re playing well with healthy Jeff Garcia back at quarterback. All signals are go.

Cowboys: Broken pinkie will keep QB Tony Romo out again, and 40-year-old Brad Johnson doesn’t have needed mobility. Cowboys in funk with three losses in four games.

Fantasy outlook: Ex-Cowboy Antonio Bryant leads Bucs with 31 catches, six of them last week. Cowboys’ Marion Barber, who scored three TDs in win over Bucs last season, has rushed for five scores this season.

Injuries: Romo said he’ll miss a few more weeks with his finger injury. … Bucs receiver Ike Hilliard (concussion) may be out.

Redskins at Lions

Time: 10 a.m.

Line: Redskins by 7 1/2

Records: Redskins (5-2); Lions (0-6)

Redskins: Their old-fashioned formula of running ball, not turning it over and playing defense is still working. QB Jason Campbell has not thrown INT in 202 passes this season.

Lions: At least putting up fight – last two losses have been on road by total of nine points. They’ve lost their two home games by average of 25 points (Packers, Bears).

Fantasy outlook: NFL leading rusher Clinton Portis (5.0 yards per carry, 7 TDs) could feast on this defense. Lions rookie Kevin Smith showing hope for future with 4.9 per carry, three rushing TDs.

Injuries: Redskins cornerback Shawn Springs (calf) is likely to miss the game. … Lions safety Dwight Smith (foot) may be out.

Bills at Dolphins

Time: 10 a.m.

Line: Bills by 1

Records: Bills (5-1); Dolphins (2-4)

Bills: They’ve beaten the Dolphins seven of last eight meetings, including both games last year. Quarterback Trent Edwards emerging as one of NFL’s best.

Dolphins: After encouraging 2-2 start, Dolphins have lost to Texans and Ravens. A big day from QB Chad Pennington could lead to upset.

Fantasy outlook: Bills’ Lee Evans is having big year with 24 catches, 21.7 avg. and three TDs. He has eight career TDs vs. Miami. Dolphins’ Ronnie Brown has scored eight TDs in last five games.

Injuries: Bills guard Brad Butler (knee) may be out. … Dolphins nose tackle Jason Ferguson (ribs) may be out.

Chiefs at Jets

Time: 10 a.m.

Line: Jets by 14

Records: Chiefs (1-5); Jets (3-3)

Chiefs: Nothing has gone right for them this year, and now they may be down to third-string QB Tyler Thigpen, who has thrown two TD passes vs. four INTs. It’s wait until next year, at least.

Jets: Will need Brett Favre’s savvy to bounce back from close loss at Oakland last week. Jets have won last two at home, beating Cardinals and Bengals.

Fantasy outlook: Chiefs’ Dwayne Bowe, who has 34 catches and two TDs, has at least five catches in last three games. Jets’ Laveranues Coles had eight catches in each of last two home games.

Injuries: Chiefs QB Brodie Coyle (knee) and Damon Huard (thumb) are out for season.

Rams at Patriots

Time: 10 a.m.

Line: Patriots by 7 1/2

Records: Rams (2-4); Patriots (4-2)

Rams: Have gone 2-0 under interim coach Jim Haslett, beating Redskins and Cowboys. The offense has found rhythm with Marc Bulger back in lineup, and it will need it in this one.

Patriots: Matt Cassel, who engineered blowout win Monday night over Denver, has settled in as Tom Brady’s replacement. Pats will score against this defense.

Fantasy outlook: In last four games, Rams’ Donnie Avery has 14 catches for 174 yards and TD. Sammy Morris averaging 4.4 yards per carry with four rushing TDs for Pats.

Injuries: Rams running back Steven Jackson (quad) will try to play. … Pats safety Rodney Harrison (quad) joined teammate Tom Brady (knee) and Laurence Maroney (shoulder) on injured reserve.

Chargers vs. Saints in London

Time: 10 a.m. TV: CBS

Line: Chargers by 3

Records: Chargers (3-4); Saints (3-4)

Chargers: Headed overseas in need of win and hope their passing game can get them one. LaDainian Tomlinson’s sore toe has limited him to 3.6 yards per carry.

Saints: Drew Brees gets 1st shot at team that traded him three years ago, but Saints limited with all-purpose running back Reggie Bush out with knee injury.

Fantasy outlook: Philip Rivers leads NFL with 16 TD passes and could get more against this defense. Deuce McAllister, averaging 4.2 yards per carry with one rushing TD in 50 carries, takes over at RB for Saints.

Injuries: Bush (knee) didn’t make the trip.

Falcons at Eagles

Time: 10 a.m.

Line: Eagles by 9 1/2

Records: Falcons (4-2); Eagles (3-3)

Falcons: After week off, get chance to beat playoff-caliber team on road. QB Matt Ryan hasn’t been playing like rookie.

Eagles: Also off last week, haven’t played a complete game since upsetting Steelers four weeks ago. Injuries have been factor, but RB Brian Westbrook may be ready to go.

Fantasy outlook: Falcons’ Ryan has thrown five TD passes vs. three INTs. Eagles veteran Donovan McNabb has thrown eight TD passes vs. three INTs.

Injuries: Eagles guard Shawn Andrews is out for year after having back surgery.

Bengals at Texans

Time: 1:05 p.m.

Line: Texans by 9

Records: Bengals (0-7); Texans (2-4)

Bengals: For 5th time since ’91, they’re 0-7. In Cincinnati, it’s getting old.

Texans: Thanks to Hurricane Ike rescheduling, this is Texans’ fourth straight home game. They’ve won their last two at home, and six of seven dating back to last season.

Fantasy outlook: Bengals are giving some playing time to Bears flop Cedric Benson, who ran for 52 yards last week. During 3-game homestand, Texans’ Matt Schaub has thrown six TD passes vs. two INTs and averaged 317.7 yards per game.

Injuries: Bengals LB Keith Rivers (jaw) is out for the season. … Texans WR-KR Andre Davis (finger) is out.

Browns at Jaguars

Time: 1:05 p.m.

Line: Jaguars by 7

Records: Browns (2-4); Jaguars (3-3)

Browns: Tight end Kellen Winslow will sit out even though a one-game suspension for complaining about how team handled his staph infection was rescinded. Not great for team to regain momentum.

Jaguars: Have held their own against tough early schedule. QB David Garrard will make enough plays, and their defense could dominate.

Fantasy outlook: Derek Anderson has thrown six TD passes vs. six INTs for Browns. Jags’ Garrard has thrown three TD passes and hasn’t been intercepted in last three games.

Injuries: Jaguars WR Mike Walker (knee) is out.

Giants at Steelers

Time: 1:15 p.m.

Line: Steelers by 3

Records: Giants (5-1); Steelers (5-1)

Giants: No. 2-ranked offense faces one of its biggest challenges, facing No. 1 defense on its home field. QB Eli Manning will need help from WR Plaxico Burress, visiting his old team for 1st time.

Steelers: Mewelde Moore has done good job filling in for injured Willie Parker, rushing for 120 yards and scoring three TDs last week. He may be needed again.

Fantasy outlook: Giants’ Brandon Jacobs rushes for 5.4 yards per carry and six TDs. Steelers may need big game from Hines Ward (league-best five TDs).

Injuries: Steelers cornerback Bryant McFadden (arm) and safety Troy Polamalu (concussion) may not go.

Colts at Titans

Time: 5:30 p.m. Monday. TV: ESPN

Line: Titans by 4

Records: Colts (3-3); Titans (6-0)

Colts: Have fallen three games behind Titans in AFC South and are desperate, but offense doesn’t resemble Colts of old. Now it faces Tennessee’s No. 3-ranked defensive unit on road.

Titans: Go for first 7-0 start in franchise history behind Kerry Collins, who has been efficient as starting quarterback. Titans can do it on ground with rookie Chris Johnson and vet LenDale White sharing load.

Fantasy outlook: Colts’ Reggie Wayne has 35 catches, four for TDs. Titans’ White leads NFL with eight rushing TDs.

Injuries: Titans DE Kyle Vanden Bosch (groin) is questionable.