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| Los Angeles (N) (7-2) @ Los Angeles (A) (3-6) |
| This is the 2nd meeting of the season between these 2 cross-town rivals, and the Rams have found their groove and sit atop the NFC West, where they have found a home for most seasons. The Chargers, while not mathematically eliminated from the playoffs, find their road filled with perilous challenges, especially over the next 3 weeks, where they would probably need to go at least 2-1 to have a shot. I've learned picking against Kenny is not a good bet, and until I see Brady actually retired, I am not picking against him. Los Angeles (N) 31 - Los Angeles (A) 21 |
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| Indianapolis (5-4) @ Jacksonville (9-0) |
| Indy has resurrected their season and currently sit tied for the final playoff spot in the AFC, whereas the Jags had a scare against the 49ers, before making a strong 2nd half showing. The Colts certainly have the talent to pull off the upset, and Bob has enough experience; question is whether I would predict it. Going with Jacksonville here, if only because of their perfect record, though Shawn would be well advised to not take this game for granted. Indianapolis 24 - Jacksonville 31 |
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| Detroit (4-5) @ Green Bay (5-4) |
| The playoff mess in the NFC is only slightly clearer than it is in the AFC, where both of these teams have legitimate shots at being there at the end. This game is definitely more important for the Lions, as the Packers are looking for the season sweep, where would then have a 2 game lead and H2H to over Detroit. Both teams are significantly better than last season, but Detroit is just wracked by injuries at LB, and I'm not sure their defense will be healthy enough to stop the Green Bay. Detroit 17 - Green Bay 24 |
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| Tennessee (3-6) @ Cincinnati (8-1) |
| Tennessee has managed to lose some tough games this season, but last week had to be the hardest to swallow, as they had a 24-7 lead on first downs, a 13 minute advantage in TOP, and nearly 200 more yards of offense, and still were downed by the Steelers. This week they face the Bengals, where Nino is already looking towards a bye and has started printing playoff tickets; on any given week, the Titans can pull things together and win, the question is whether this is the week? Gotta go with the Bengals, as they look to secure the season sweep. Tennessee 20 - Cincinnati 28 |
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| New Orleans (2-7) @ Buffalo (7-2) |
| Buffalo got back on track last week, helped by 3 picks of Baker Mayfield in securing the 1 possession will and breaking their 2 game skid. This week, they get some home cooking in the division, where the Saints are beginning to look like a casting call for Saving Private Ryan. Since this is a football game and not an episode of MASH, I see little way Don can pull off his magic and win this one, thus keep Derril in solid position for a playoff spot. New Orleans 14 - Buffalo 27 |
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| Miami (2-7) @ Washington (3-6) |
| Andy and the Commanders have the real chance here to garner the sweep over Miami this week, having won the opening game of the season by a touchdown. Miami is coming off a solid win over the Chiefs, and also come into this game as the healthier team. I would love to predict Washington pulling off double this season over the Dolphins, but we are entering that part of the season where health matters, and not having Derrick Henry is going to make difference I fear. Miami 26 - Washington 24 |
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| Atlanta (0-9) @ Pittsburgh (2-7) |
| Pittsburgh managed to pull off the improbably win last week, hurting their draft position but certainly helping their morale. The Steelers are in prime position to start a winning streak, where they face off against Falcons, who are averaging less than a touchdown per game. Pittsburgh has a winnable game next week as well against KC, but should probably leave their goal posts alone as the end of their season looks a bit daunting. Atlanta 7 - Pittsburgh 21 |
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| Kansas City (2-7) @ Tampa Bay (2-7) |
| Actually looking forward to this game; both of these teams are in the middle of rebuilding and Tampa having and impressive win last week over the Vikings. Kansas City won to start off the season, and seems to have the most impressive toys on offense, which makes alot of difference in games like this. Have to go with the sweep here, though the Bucs winning would hardly be a shocker. Kansas City 21 - Tampa Bay 18 |
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| Carolina (2-7) @ Dallas (8-1) |
| This is a divisional rematch, where the Panthers the Cowboys their only loss of the season in a solid Week 4 thumping. Before then and since, Dallas has managed to pull off some very impressive wins, and even though Carolina possesses the other worldly Patrick Mahomes, I'm not convinced Doug can pull a rabbit out of a hat more than once. I'm sure Len has had this game circled, so thinking Dallas gets this one. Carolina 17 - Dallas 27 |
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| New York (6-3) @ Philadelphia (6-3) |
| Another game that will affect the seedings in the NFC; Ken will be looking to get past the Eagles finally and securing 2nd place in the division, if at least until Week 16 and the rematch. Rick has managed to pull most of these games in the past, and has only lost to the top teams in the AFC East and Dallas, so he has the Eagles playing good ball. The Giants were THIS close to beating the Bills, with Mayfield being Buffalo's secret weapon. In what should be another close contest, the tough Giants defense will do their job, and will once again curse Baker for being....well...Baker. New York 21 - Philadelphia 24 |
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| Minnesota (3-6) @ Arizona (6-3) |
| OK boys and girls...repeat after me...TRAP GAME. Minnesota fell victim to the curse of Matt Ryan having one of those games, and now find themselves behind the 8-ball as far as this season goes. Arizona got off the skids last week against the Falcons, but I can guarantee the coach of the Cardinals will not be taking Minnesota for granted (guarantee!). I hate picking this game, but I will give the slightest edge to Arizona for being at home, and just hope I didn't doom my chances by that prediction. Minnesota 27 - Arizona 28 |
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| Seattle (0-9) @ Las Vegas (5-4) |
| Seems like ages ago the Raiders were 0-3 and looking closer to the basement than the top of the division. Those 3 1-score games to start the season are a distant memory as Las Vegas is tied for the lead in the West, and face a Seattle team that is in prime position to secure their future QB in the draft. With the other two division leaders staring down division leaders this week, don't be shocked if the Raiders start to slowly make their move to securing their 2nd consecutive AFC West title. Seattle 14 - Las Vegas 30 |
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| Cleveland (8-1) @ Denver (5-4) |
| Cleveland lost a heartbreaker to the Cowboys to fall out of the ranks of the unbeaten, but in no way does that mean the Browns aren't still a solid pick to go to the Super Bowl. Denver has played with .500 this season, and while they are currently tied for first, I suspect that will change following this game. Denver has very nice weapons, and will probably put up more points than Cleveland is used to seeing, but Cleveland also has an offense, and should be able to score enough to put the Broncos back in the barn. Cleveland 34 - Denver 27 |
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| Chicago (8-1) @ San Francisco (5-4) |
| San Francisco jumped out to a 14 point lead against unbeaten Jacksonville, before the Jags managed to hit on some deep passes and finally get past the 49ers. This week, the chore doesn't get any easier as they face a Bears team that got back to their winning ways after a tough loss to the Eagles. I somehow see Calvin looking at the Jacksonville game last week, analyzing the snot out of it, and not allowing San Francisco to have a repeat performance. Chicago 35 - San Francisco 21 |
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