| Lions |
over |
Packers |
The Packers will lean on Jacobs and Love to complement their active, playmaking defense, entering this game with confidence. Both Green Bay and Detroit are likely to execute clean, balanced game plans, using the run to open up the pass. However, the Lions hold a slight edge as the home team in the dome, setting up another tight TNF divisional matchup. |
| Titans |
over |
Jaguars |
Despite their dismal 3-9 record, the Titans remain mathematically in the playoff hunt, unlike the Jags, who are officially eliminated. Jacksonville has struggled mightily on the road, losing their last nine away games and going 1-9 in their last 10 trips to Tennessee. |
| Dolphins |
over |
Jets |
The Jets, now sitting at 3-9, narrowly lost their last outing, with Rodgers completing 21 of 39 passes for 185 yards, including 2 TDs and 1 INT. After a promising 2-1 start, the Jets have spiraled, losing eight of their last nine games. Even the addition of Adams hasn't been enough to spark the offense. Now, they face a daunting trip to Miami, where they have lost 8 straight games, continuing a troubling trend in their AFC East rivalry. |
| Vikings |
over |
Falcons |
This matchup promises to be a high-flying affair, with both teams excelling through the air and struggling to defend the pass. Atlanta boasts the 4th-best passing attack (242 ypg) but ranks 22nd in pass defense (221 ypg), while Minnesota's 10th-ranked passing offense (231 ypg) is offset by their 28th-ranked pass defense (243 ypg). History isn’t on the Falcons’ side, as they’ve gone 4-12 in their last 16 trips north to face the Vikings. |
| Saints |
over |
Giants |
The Saints maintain slim playoff hopes as they face a Giants team officially out of contention and winless at home. New York’s league-worst scoring offense (15.3 ppg) is unlikely to exploit NOLA’s struggling defense, which ranks 30th in yards allowed (385.1 ypg). The Saints have proven resilient in cold-weather games, going 6-3 in their last nine contests played in temperatures below 40 degrees, which is expected on Sunday. |
| Eagles |
over |
Panthers |
The Eagles boast the NFL's top rushing offense, powered by record-chasing Barkley, and face the league's worst run defense in the Panthers. Carolina’s struggles against the run will only be compounded by the dual-threat abilities of Hurts, both through the air and on the ground. While Young has shown improvement recently, he faces a formidable Philly defense that will make life difficult for the Panthers on the road. |
| Steelers |
over |
Browns |
Cleveland faces a tough spot, coming off a short week and back-to-back road games, compounded by a demoralizing loss to Denver. Historically, the Browns have struggled mightily in Pittsburgh, with a dismal 1-19 record on the road against the Steelers over the past two decades. These factors make the Steelers the more reliable pick in this divisional matchup. |
| Buccaneers |
over |
Raiders |
Vegas enters this matchup on an eight-game losing streak, having not won since late September. Meanwhile, Tampa, tied for first in the NFC South, is in the thick of the playoff race and can't afford to stumble against a struggling Raiders team. Expect the Bucs to take care of business in this must-win scenario. |
| Seahawks |
over |
Cardinals |
The Seahawks have surged to the top of the NFC West with a three-game win streak, highlighted by a 16-6 victory over the Cards two weeks ago. Seattle has dominated this matchup recently, winning their last six meetings against Arizona and boasting a 6-1 record in their last seven visits to their divisional rivals. |
| Bills |
over |
Rams |
This game comes down to matchups, and the Bills are well-positioned against the Rams. While Allen gets much of the attention, Buffalo's real strength lies in their running game, averaging 127 ypg. Unfortunately for the Rams, their defense is weakest against the run, allowing 144 ypg, ranking 28th in the league. With an offense that averages 29.6 ppg (second in the league), the Bills should easily rack up yards and points against a struggling Rams defense. |
| Bears |
over |
49ers |
Chicago hasn't won a game on the road this season, but they're facing a San Fran team that's now on its third-string running back with both CMC and Mason on IR. While Chicago has struggled offensively, averaging only 20.1 ppg (23rd in the league), their defense is ranked ninth, allowing just 20.0 ppg. The Niners, on the other hand, have gone 2-4 in their last six games and are in serious jeopardy of missing the playoffs. This could be a tight game, especially considering the Niners' recent struggles. |
| Chiefs |
over |
Chargers |
The Chargers bring their top-rated scoring defense (15.7 ppg) into Arrowhead, hoping to end their 6-game losing streak to the Chiefs. While the Chiefs have already clinched a playoff berth, they’ll still be pushing for home-field advantage. KC has been strong at home, with a 7-3 record in their last 10 games against the Chargers. The Chargers will need a standout defensive performance to overcome the Chiefs' high-powered offense and break their losing streak. |
| Bengals |
over |
Cowboys |
This game marks the fifth time this season that Dallas has been a home underdog, a situation they haven't found themselves in since 2015. The Bengals boast the 5th-best scoring offense in the league (27.9 ppg), while the Cowboys are tied for the 2nd-worst scoring defense (28.3 ppg). Fortunately for Cincy, Dallas’ struggling offense (20.7 ppg, 21st in the NFL) won’t be able to exploit the Bengals' defensive vulnerabilities. With both teams dealing with weaknesses, the Bengals should be favored to come out on top. |
