The Eagles are having issues all around the team, but the number one problem is Bradford and his shoulder/concussion injury. He has cleared concussion protocol, but is still doubtful due to the big hit he took. The Eagles just seem to be slumping down further and further, as there is no sign of them regrouping. They are only one game back in their division, but it seems like they are much farther behind as people have more hope in Dallas though they only have three victories. The Lions on the other hand have used the momentum they got from their win over Green Bay to put together their first win streak of the season. I think Megatron will have some fun in this one, as the Lions keep their little streak going. There is no spread in this one, but I say 20-17 Lions.
Panthers (10-0) @ Cowboys (3-7)
When you look at these records, it seems like this shouldn't be much of a game. But Tony Romo is back and showed off his skill last week, improving his record to 3-0 on the season. You got to think the Panthers will trip up and lose one sometime soon right? Well not here. Cam Newton is on fire and the Cowboys don't have the tools to slow him down. The Panthers however have the weapons needed to slow Romo down. This game may be in Dallas, but the Panthers are still favored by one. I give it to them thanks to Newton, Funchess, and Kuechly, 27-24 Panthers.
Thanksgiving night gives us the division battle between the Bears and Packers, the oldest rivalry in the game. The Packers are retiring Favre's number, Bart Starr will be on scene, and it will be an emotional game at Lambeau. Green Bay is coming off their recovery win, ending their longest losing streak since Rodgers stepped into the starter role. The Packers showed us that as long as Rodgers targets can get open, they have no problem winning. The Bears have been a hard team to predict, as one week they will do great and blow out their opponent and then the next they will turn it over four times and get owned. The Packers have taken eight of the last nine meetings and I think they will keep it going. Spread it a solid nine, but I see a 31-23 Packers win.
Raiders (4-6) @ Titans (2-8)
The Raiders have had a couple disappointing weeks in a row, as they have taken a step back in the wildcard race. They let the Lions get only their third win of the season against them last week and now the Titans will try to do the same thing. I think Carr and Woodson will make sure they don't continue their losing streak and will put together an impressive game on Sunday. I am plugging Murray in for fantasy, as the Titans rush defense has not impressed me in recent games. Mariota will be a tough guy to track down in the backfield, but I see the Raiders forcing some good turnovers and bringing home the win to get back into wildcard talk. The spread is 1.5, so I am going to go with 22-15 Raiders win.
Bills (5-5) @ Chiefs (5-5)
This will be an intense matchup, as these are two teams are fighting for a wildcard spot. The Steelers hold the first seat with a 6-4 record, while five teams are currently sitting 5-5 in the AFC. The Bills have great skill and talent on their team, they just seem to be making to many young mistakes within their games that ends up costing them as we saw on Monday Night. The Chiefs started 1-5 and have taken four in row, as they reside in one of the hardest stadiums for visiting teams. After their blow out 33-3 win on Sunday, I got to go with them as they are winning their games in every aspect thinkable. The spread is 4.5 favoring the Chiefs, but I think Taylor will be able to keep it closer as a field goal decides this one. Chiefs 23-20.
Matt Hasselbeck is starting yet again, as he remains undefeated on the season though the Colts are sitting in a tie at first in the AFC South at 5-5. Winston just got a bunch of attention in his five touchdown win over the Eagles, but the difference is he will actually run into some defense against Indianapolis. Still with Evans, Martin, and the now healthy Jackson, Tamp Bay's offense is a lot more dangerous than many think. The spread favors the Colts by three, so with the points I am definitely taking the Bucs. But I think the Colts will pull off a victory on a last second play. Colts 24-23.
Giants (5-5) @ Redskins (4-6)
This is an NFC East battle that honestly doesn't really interest me at all. Eli and the Giants are chilling with their .500 record but are sitting in first in their division. Both Eagles and Redskins are only one game behind, but I think it is really the Cowboys they all need to worry about. Odell Beckham Jr. should give us a good show this weekend, as it will be a back and forth game until Cousins makes to many mistakes giving the Giants the win. New York is favored by 2.5 points and they will take it to give them a bit of cushioning in the division. 28-20 Giants.
Lets face it, the Saints can't stop anyone. The are worst in the league averaging allowing 31.5 points a game. They may have Drew Brees, but he can't outscore his opponent every time when he always needs to overcome such a huge number. The Texans are hot right now, as they are fighting with the Colts for the lead in the AFC South. Hopkins has been one of the top receivers this season, as he and Nate Washington will explode for yardage and touchdowns. The Texans are favored by three points, as they need this win to stay tied with the Colts. Houston 34-27.
Vikings (7-3) @ Falcons (6-4)
Look to Adrian Peterson to have a great day, as the Vikings look to rebound after their loss to Green Bay. Atlanta started off hot but have lost three in a row and four of the last five. With Freeman suffering a concussion last week, Julio Jones is the only threat left on the offensive side of the ball. Look to the Vikings to shut the Falcons down and plow through their defensive line. Peterson leads the Vikings to a 30-20 win.
Rams (4-6) @ Bengals (8-2)
The Rams are all mixed up right now, as they need to pick out a QB to hold the role and actually produce points. They have Gurley in that back field, if they had a Rodgers, Brady, or Brees at QB then they would be a much more dangerous team. They have defense, that QB poisiton has them struggling as they look to get back into wildcard talk. The Bengals have dropped two in a row after starting 8-0. They will look to get their confidence back by destroying the Rams. Dalton will find Green, Jones, and Sanu all game for big points, covering the nine point spread making it 38-23 Bengals.
Chargers (2-8) @ Jaguars (4-6)
The Jaguars may only have four wins, but they are still in the mix to catch the AFC South title as they remain only a game behind. They have young talent that has surprised me this season, as I have been grabbing a few of their names off fantasy free agency. The Chargers have lost some big names and are on a six game losing streak. I really didn't see them tanking it so bad this year, I mean they are coming a 30 point loss to a division rival. The spread is four and I agree, 20-12 Jaguars.
Dolphins (4-6) @ Jets (5-5)
The Jets will pull off a sweep of their division enemy on Sunday, as the Dolphins have shown no sign of winning over the last few weeks. Miami has just been turning the ball over and their defense has seriously declined. The Jets are still fighting for a wildcard seat and wont let a game like this get in their way. Look for Fitzpatrick to find Marshall and Decker for some clutch plays that will appear on ESPN yet again. The spread is 3.5 favoring New York. I see it finishing 26-14 Jets.
The Cardinals are coming off an impressive victory over the Bengals and will use some of that momentum to wipe out San Francisco. Nelson was a surprising wide receiver, as he put together great yardage on just a few receptions. Against the 49ers defense you will just need to throw a quick pass to him on the outside and he should out run everyone. The 49ers need the season to end, Gabbert has looked good but all the rest of their team is down and out. The spread is 10 but that is to small, 41-17 Cardinals.
Steelers (6-4) @ Seahawks (5-5)
The Steelers are a dark horse team, I think they will continue to put together wins even though big injuries seem to keep slapping them across the face. They are going into a tough place to win and will be facing not Lynch but maybe even a more threatening weapon in Rawls. Rawls destroyed San Francisco last week and will be looking to blast through the Steelers line as well. The Seahawks are favored by four, which may be to much. It will be an intense battle, as Brown breaks apart the Legion of Boom and Wilson exposes the Steelers weaknesses. Seahawks 22-21.
Patriots (10-0) @ Broncos (8-2)
Brady is running out of weapons. Edleman, Lewis, and now Amendola are all beat up. But some how Brady continues to have the Broncos number. But he will be facing a different enemy taking the snaps. Osweiler is coming off the win against the Bears and is getting ready to face the number one ranked team in the league. The Patriots will continue their streak finding Gronk and forcing turnovers. Patriots 24-20.
Ravens (3-7) @ Browns (2-8)
A lot of Qb switching has been happening with these two teams over the last week. Cleveland caught Manziel enjoying himself to much over the bye and have lowered him from the starter role down to third string. The Ravens lost Flacco to a knee injury and snagged Clausen from Chicago. These two bottom of the division teams don't really have anything going for them, as they will mostly be testing young rookies and seeing who can get the better draft pick. I see McCown doing as the Browns did earlier in the year and beat Baltimore. Cleveland 17-13.
Record 97-63
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