| Seahawks |
over |
Cardinals |
We start of with a great matchup. The Cardinals won a thriller in the first meeting and are coming off an emotional Hail Mary victory last week. Wilson needs to clean up the turnovers after throwing for seven INTs the last four weeks. Seattle gets the rematch, but it's close. |
| Browns |
over |
Eagles |
The Browns had the return of Chubb last week that ignited the running game. Chubb and Hunt work against the Eagles' 26th-ranked run D, even if Wentz makes it interesting. |
| Saints |
over |
Falcons |
Always a close matchup, regardless of records. Brees will be out, so Winston will probably be starting, with a dash of Taysom throughout. The Falcons rank 31st against the pass. It's another chance for Kamara and Thomas to shine, with a little bit of Cook and Callaway thrown in. |
| Bengals |
over |
Washington |
Clash of No. 1 picks. Smith has back-to-back 300-yd games, but Washington lost by a FG both times. This will be a showcase for the top two picks in last year's draft with Burrow and Young. Burrow leads a last-minute victory for Cincinnati. |
| Lions |
over |
Panthers |
Big cat matchup. Not sure which trend to take with the Lions Detroit is 2-4 ATS as an underdog, but they are 3-2 S/U in one-score games. Teddy's status is uncertain, and I think the Lions will to get back to .500. |
| Steelers |
over |
Jaguars |
The Jaguars are double-digit underdogs for the second straight week, but the difference will be an aggressive Steelers' defense that will force Luton into turnovers. Pittsburgh improves to 10-0 behind Big Ben, who continues to spread the wealth to a his receivers. |
| Ravens |
over |
Titans |
Tough pick to make. The Titans throttled the Ravens in the playoffs last season behind Henry, and the Ravens have to answer after a SNF flop last week. Jackson delivers here, but it won't be easy. |
| Patriots |
over |
Texans |
The Patriots have won back-to-back games and could make a second-half push. Newton hasn't thrown an INT in three games, and if that trend continues New England will stay in the hunt. |
| Dolphins |
over |
Broncos |
So yeah, this is us now picking the Dolphins every week. Miami has the second-longest winning streak in the NFL at five games, and Tua is playing efficient, mistake-free football. He gives Elway another glimpse at what a true franchise QB can do. |
| Chargers |
over |
Jets |
The Chargers are struck in a three-game losing streak, and they have given up 29 points or more in six straight games. If the Jets were going to get that first victory, then this might be the spot. Rookie Herbert won't let it happen. |
| Packers |
over |
Colts |
Another great matchup. The Packers opened as the favorites, but the line shifted to Indy. Rivers is 1-3 as a starter against the Packers, but he averages 372 YPG in those. Rodgers matches that in a fourth-quarter thriller. |
| Vikings |
over |
Cowboys |
The Cowboys had a bye week to figure out the latest QB plan, but the bigger issue will be slowing down Cook on the road. Minnesota continues to push back into the playoff picture with yet another victory. |
| Chiefs |
over |
Raiders |
The Chiefs were double-digit favorites ahead of their first matchup, and the Raiders sprung a 40-32 upset. Vegas is playing like a playoff team, but the Chiefs learned their lesson. KC won't forget about the running game this time around, but the Raiders will make them earn it. |
| Buccaneers |
over |
Rams |
A close one. The Rams have been favored in their last six games, so it's rare chance to play underdog. Tampa is 5-0 when it scores 30 points or more, so L.A.'s best bet would be if this doesn't turn into a shootout. |