| Panthers |
over |
Falcons |
These two teams played two weeks ago and the loss is still fresh on Carolina's mind. The Panthers have an opportunity to wash away the bumbles that cost them that game this week at home. Walker may be able to do just enough to beat out Mariota and win in a close one. |
| Seahawks |
over |
Buccaneers |
Tompa Bay finally broke the losing streak last week with a win and are tied for first in the division. That may not continue on Sunday, as they're facing a Seahawks team that can run well on them allowing for Geno Smith to throw to Metcalf and Lockett. Evans and Godwin will have to give Brady opportunities to keep the wins coming this week. |
| Bills |
over |
Vikings |
Game of the week. Allen will push through his elbow pain to connect with his go-to Diggs, who has revenge on his mind with Jefferson on the other side. The Vikings won't run enough early to attack the Bills, who can pick apart Peterson in the secondary. Possibly a shootout if Minnesota plays like we expect. |
| Bears |
over |
Lions |
The Lions' defense can't contain Fields' passing and running. Their offense was slow when beating the Packers and Detroit can't stop the QB or a traditional running game with Mooney and Kmet. |
| Titans |
over |
Broncos |
Denver will try to get improvements out of Wilson after the bye but their passing game issues will give Tennessee a break. There's a good chance Tannehill returns to a run-heavy game with Henry while avoiding Denver's pass defense. |
| Chiefs |
over |
Jaguars |
Lawrence, Etienne Jr. and Kirk have been a solid option for an run-centric attack. They can keep the Jags in the game for a while but the Chiefs, coming off an OT win, will be eager to show their usual scoring offense at home with Mahomes. |
| Dolphins |
over |
Browns |
Things will be different for Miami against Cleveland than it was in last week's upset. Clleveland's sputtering run defense might give up some big plays along with shaky pass coverage against Hill and Waddle. Brissett will be assaulted by defenders familiar with his game. |
| Giants |
over |
Texans |
Houston won't suddenly correct their run defense for Barkley. They will try to stay in the game with Pierce, but eventually Mills will make mistakes that Jones used to make. Mills will have some turnovers while Jones continues to play efficient. |
| Saints |
over |
Steelers |
Upset pick, kind of. Short week for NOLA and coming off a bye for Pittsburgh. While the Saints don't know what's going on with their offense, their defensive core remains strong enough to contain Pickett and Harris. Hill, Olave and Kamara will be the keys to winning this matchup. |
| Raiders |
over |
Colts |
Indy is breaking in a new inexperienced coach in Saturday, with likely another week without Taylor and a struggling Ehlinger. Their WRs have been curbed by Ehlinger, which is another much-needed break for Crosby and the Vegas defense. Carr, Adams and Jacobs will all get right in the same game to ensure no upset. |
| Cowboys |
over |
Packers |
McCarthy revenge game. The Cowboys keep winning in big spots and won't stop now with Dak having no limitations. Rodgers will be under siege from Parsons but he'll make it interesting by digging deep with his passing game, like he always does. |
| Cardinals |
over |
Rams |
Toss-up on this one. Arizona's O-line is shot, which is great news for Donald up front chasing Murray while Ramsey works to contain Hopkins. The Rams' offense will Kupp and will come very close to winning. But I think Murray moves around just enough to get a rushing TD and win the game. |
| 49ers |
over |
Chargers |
The Niners are built to topple the Chargers after their bye, if Samuel can come back healthy to help CMC, Kittle and Aiyuk. L.A. is shorthanded on both sides as San Fran are the onse with the healthy Bosa. Herbert will do his best with Ekeler to keep them in the game, but it won't be enough. |
| Eagles |
over |
Commanders |
Philly is a very strong home team, especially in prime time. Heinicke might have a rough game under pressure and facing a tough secondary. The Commanders can't run well enough to hang around after Hurts takes apart their secondary with Brown and DeVonta Smith. |
Never mentioned run defense will be up against Hill and Waddle, but OK...