(6-3) Seattle Seahawks at (4-5) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
(Bucs by 2.5 – O/U 45) Following last week’s amazing win, and continuation of high level play, we are now firm believers that this Seahawks squad is a true playoff contending squad. It’s do or die this week for Tampa Bay. They can’t afford anymore losses to playoff teams, as they are already teetering with missing the playoffs this season. This matchup doesn’t favor Tampa Bay, as their defense will have issues keeping Seattle from moving the ball effectively, and their offense is suspect despite having Tom Brady who you can never count out of a game. Upset Special… Seahawks by 3/Under).
(7-1) Minnesota Vikings at (6-2) Buffalo Bills
(Bills by 6.5 – O/U 48) We’re still confused as to why this game wasn’t moved to prime time, cause it’s hands down the Game of the Week. Both squads lead their respective divisions, and are legitimate Super Bowl contenders. Buffalo has been hit by injuries the past couple of weeks, primarily on defense, while the Vikings enter this contest healthy. Buffalo is tough to defeat at home, but the Vikings are fielding a squad that could pull it off with their quick and explosive offense, but also balanced defense. The Jets exposed some glaring weaknesses in the Bills defense last week, and those same weaknesses will carry over into this game. Still, Buffalo is at home… Bills by just 3/Over.
(2-6) Detroit Lions at (3-6) Chicago Bears
(Bears by 2.5 – 48.5) This has the makings of a good old fashioned NFC North shootout. Both squads are playing to earn respect, with the Lions getting the big upset over the Packers last week, while the Bears once again nearly knocked off a playoff contending team. While it’s easy to want to root for the underdog in this game, the Bears are legitimately on the verge of taking the next step towards being in the NFC playoff discussion as a darkhorse… Bears by 6/Over.
(3-5) Denver Broncos at (5-3) Tennessee Titans
(Titans by 2.5 – 39 O/U) Both squads are dealing with injury concerns, but the Titans have been decimated by them this week. Tannehill will start for the Titans, but the main nucleus of their defense will not play this week, which makes them prime targets to suffer an upset loss at home. Tennesse has good depth, but against the Broncos offense, it’s difficult to keep them from scoring when there isn’t enough starting talent to manufacture such an outcome. Denver can remain in the post season discussion, while the the remainder of the Titans’ season could suffer a couple of big losses at critical point to this season… Upset Special… Broncos by 4/Under.
(3-6) Jacksonville Jaguars at (6-2) Kansas City Chiefs
(Chiefs by 9.5 – 51 O/U) Both squads are health with the exceptions of the Jaguars going without Shaquill Griffin for this contest. Jacksonville has entered a new faze in their offensive plan, and is on the verge of taking their play to the next level. Defensively, they are still very inconsistent, and have too many holes to be considered an upset threat in this contest. Kansas City’s passing attack should have a feast on yardage and productivity today, while their defense will be given a challenge on most drives. Should be a high scoring duel… Chiefs by 13/Over.
(3-5) Cleveland Browns at (6-3) Miami Dolphins
(Dolphins by 3.5 – 49.5) Cleveland is basically playing for draft position at this point, as they have grossly under performed thus far this season. They go without Njoku and Koramoah today, which in combination with the rest of the under performance this season deesn’t help add up to a team that can walk out of Miami with an upset, but you can never completely count them out. Miami is riding a wave of confidence and enters this game healthy. If their defense can focus on and limit the Browns running game, this could be a clinic instead of a contest… Dolphins by 10/Under.
(1-6-1) Houston Texans at (6-2) New York Giants
(Giants by 4.5 – 41 O/U) New York has been dealt a series of blows this week due to injuries. Most notably within their offensive line. Barkley has been having a huge season on the ground, but could face issues today without his primary linemen there to open lanes to daylight. Houston has been fairly competitive this season despite their record. While they are clearly playing for draft positioning, anytime a team has the chances to pull off an upset over a playoff contender they usually bring it on gameday. Despite the injuries, the Giants should have enough to still overpower the Texans, but it wont be pretty… Giants by just 3/Under.
(3-6) New Orleans Saints at (2-6) Pittsburgh Steelers
(Even – 39.5 O/U) Injuries continues to be the story this week as both quads have been hit hard in key positions. Pittsburgh is always tough at home, and the Saints are doing their best to remain in the ugly NFC South chase. This game will give both quads a perfect opportunity to hone in their offensive game plans, but defensively don’t expect much out put from either team. Still, in an otherwise even matchup, the key will be the Yellow Sea… Steelers by 3/Under.
(3-5-1) Indianapolis Colts at (2-6) Las Vegas Raiders
(Raiders by 4 – 41 O/U) Las Vegas was hit by three major injuries this past week, which in all considerations would make them the losing pick in most contests. Fortunately, the one matchup where that won’t be an issues is against the Colts. Indianapolis’ record doesn’t honestly depict the inconsistent play and bad chemistry the team exhibits weekly. This week will be no exception… Raiders by 7/Over.
(6-2) Dallas Cowboys at (3-6) Green Bay Packers
(Cowboys by 3.5 – 44.5 O/U) Dallas has their sights set on winning the NFC East from under the Eagles, and they have to make certain to play the full 60 minutes against lesser foes. The Packers have played horribly this season with Rodgers struggling consistently and their defense basically nowhere to be seen on gameday. Even if Elliot sits today, which might be a good move from a precautionary stand point, the Cowboys should make easy work of picking up their 7th win of this season… Cowboys by 10/Over.
(3-6) Arizona Cardinals at (3-5) Los Angeles Rams
(Rams by 3 – 39 O/U) Arizona will likely go without Murray today as they are dealing with a wide assortment of injuries on both sides of the ball. Los Angeles has to turn their season around, cause a loss today would virtually knock the defending champs out of playoff contention. The Rams are healthy, and understanding this is a must win game at home, they come in and handle business at home in a critical matchup… Rams by 14/Under.
(5-3) Los Angeles Chargers at (4-4) San Francisco 49ers
(49ers by 7.5 – 45 O/U) Both squads have done a very admirable job of overcoming major injuries to remain in playoff and divisional contention. Both squad need a win this week, as a loss will impact their goals of reaching the post-season. This game will come down to overall depth, and how well their 2nd team players can continue to produce high level results. The battle on offenses are equal, but the 49ers hold all the cards on defense. The line shows a potential blowout, but we are weary to agree given the magnitude of injuries and inconsistencies from both squads this season… 49ers by just 3/Under.
(4-5) Washington Commanders at (8-0) Philadelphia Eagles
(Eagles by 11 – 43.6 O/U) Monday Night’s game pits the streaky play of the Commanders against the red hot and undefeated Eagles. Clearly, the Commanders are looking to make a statement in this game by handing the Eagles their first loss of the season, and keeping themselves in the wildcard chase. The Eagles have to defend against a letdown performance, knowing the Commanders are looking for anything to exploit in this game. Philly should be able to control majority of this game if they show up for the full 60 minutes… Eagles by 14/Over.
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