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Sunday Early Games:
(7-5) New York Jets at (9-3) Buffalo Bills
(Bills by 10 – 43 O/U) New York has been tough on the road, but the Bills are dominant on their home turf. This game has huge playoff and divisional implications. New York is still marred by inconsistency and inner beefs between teammates, while the Bills are dialed in. Both teams have been hit hard by injuries, so it comes down to overall talent and the Jets just don’t matchup. Bills by 13/Over.
(5-7) Cleveland Browns at (8-4) Cincinnati Bengals
(Bengals by 5.5 – 48.5 O/U) Despite some rust, Deshaun Watson had a good first game in his return to action after not playing for nearly two seasons. The Bengals are dialed in on both sides of the field, but the Browns understand another loss will kill any playoff push or momentum. The Browns have been hit hard by injuries but still have the depth to compete in this game. Cincinnati has injuries as well, but none that should limit their play in today’s game. We’re putting our trust in the Browns to pull off the big upset, and are calling for Watson to light up the Bengals often inconsistent secondary. Upset Special… Browns by 1/Under)
(1-10-1) Houston Texans at (9-3) Dallas Cowboys
(Cowboys by 17 – 44 O/U) There’s no way this will be anything less a barn burner. Cowboys by 20/Over.
(10-2) Minnesota Vikings at (5-7) Detroit Lions
(Lions by 2.5 – 51.5 O/U) Tempting line from Vegas for this game. Detroit has an outside shot that a wild card birth, but a loss would all but eliminate them completely. Minnesota is blazing through the competition, and has too many skilled players at key positions. Detroit has one big advatage in the fact the Vikings have ben decimated by injuries heading into this game, which is exactly what Detroit needed, but can they take advantage for the full 60 minutes? It’s looking like an upset at home… Lions by 10/Under.
(4-8) Jacksonville Jaguars at (7-5) Tennessee Titans
(Titans by 3.5 – 41 O/U) Tennessee can afford a loss since they virtually control the AFC South. Jacksonville is playing for respect and due to the unfortunate amount of injuries the Titans have entering this contest, it’s not hard predicting that outcome… Upset Special II… Jaguars by 4/Under.
(11-1) Philadelphia Eagles at (7-4-1) New York Giants
(Eagles by 7.5 – 45 O/U) New York’s woes will continue this week due to the team being hit hard by injuries. The only way they win at home is if the Eagles dont show up for 60 minutes. Not likely… Eagles by 17/Over.
(8-4) Baltimore Ravens at (5-7) Pittsburgh Steelers
(Steelers by 2 – 36.5 O/U) We till struggle to see how the Steelers can be favored in any matchup against playoff level competition. They will fight hard for 60 minutes, but in the end they just lack the talent to hold the lead let alone close out the game. Baltimore is neck and neck with Cincy and will to that level of intensity today… Upset Special III… Quote the Ravens, win by 4/Over.
Sunday Late Games
(9-3) Kansas City Chiefs at (3-9) Denver Broncos
(Chiefs by 9 – 44 O/U) Kansas City needed an easy opponent at this point of the AFC playoff chase. Denver may get some point on the board, but wont do much to keep from becoming the latest doormat for the Chiefs this season… Chiefs by 20/Over.
(6-6) Tampa Bay Buccaneers at (8-4) San Francisco 49ers
(49ers by 3.5 – 37 O/U) Both teams lead their division despite being marred with injurie and lack of confidence this season. This should be a back and forth game for most of the contest, with the 49ers having enough talent and gas in the tank to hold on at home… 49ers just 3/Over.
(4-8) Carolina Panthers at (7-5) Seattle Seahawks
(Seahawks by 4 – 44/5) Carolina is so bad they waved Baker Mayfield, who can still pilot an offense to wins and the post-season. They are now in full rebuild motion, while the Seahawks continue to over produced this season, and will remain on the 49ers heels for another week… Seahawks by 14/Under.
Sunday Night Game
(8-4) Miami Dolphins at (6-6) Los Angeles Chargers
(Dolphins by 3 – 53.5 O/U) The Chargers are still in the chase despite being hampered by injuries all throughout this season. Miami has been suspect on both sides of the field since the mid point of the season. This game has big playoff implications, so both teams will leave it all on the field, which is in Los Angeles… Upset Special IV… Chargers by 6/Under.
Monday Night Game
(6-6) New England Patriots at (4-8) Arizona Cardinals
(Patriots by 1.5 – 43/5 O/U) This wont be the close matchup Vegas is anticipating. The Cardinals have no talent at skilled positions, yes we include Murray this season, while the Patriots look to remain in the AFC chase… Patriots by 10/Under.
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