Thursday night kicks off with two teams kissing the playoffs goodbye. The Bucs have some small hope if they can win out and see their opponents drop the rest of their games. In reality this is a Gurley vs Winston type game, which ever player can carry their team more will bring home the win. I see Winston heating up again, the game may be favored for a Rams win by one point, but I see a Bucs 23-20 win.
Jets (8-5) @ Cowboys (4-9)
There is no reason to believe in the Cowboys anymore, especially against a team looking to lock up a wildcard spot. The spread in this one favors the Jets by a three, but after the Packers took down the Cowboys by three touchdowns, I think the Jets will be able to do better than that spread. Jets 24-14.
Bears (5-8) @ Vikings (8-5)Now the Bears are a much better team on the road than they are at home, but they are heading into Minnesota to take on a Viking team in desperate need of a win in order to keep up with the Packers. If you are going to rely on a clutch performance, I got to go with Bridgewater and Peterson. Spread favors the Vikings by 5.5 points, which does sound like a bit much. But I see a Minnesota 27-21 win.
Falcons (6-7) @ Jaguars (5-8)
These two teams are coming off very different weeks. The Falcons got shut out in their 38-0 defeat to the undefeated Panthers, while the Jaguars put up 51 points against the division leading Colts to keep their playoff hopes alive, thin but alive. The spread favors the Jaguars by three, as it will be a competition between Bortles and Ryan on who can hit their big wide receivers the most. Jaguars 28-20.
Texans (6-7) @ Colts (6-7)
This is a big matchup as one of these two will finally take the lead in the AFC South. Hoyer is inactive for Houston, but of course Luck may not return at all this year. After getting dominated last week, I expect a bit of a better performance from the Colts defense which will turn out to be the difference. There is no spread, but Houston is 0-13 when visiting Indy so we will see a Colts 22-21 win.
Cardinals (11-2) @ Eagles (6-7)The Eagles have been looking better over the last couple weeks, as they try to stay in the fight for the NFC East. The Cardinals on the other hand are looking to lock up their division, as a win or Seahawks loss will give that to them. They can't count on Cleveland in Seattle, so look for this to be a tough battle as both have a lot to fight for. Cardinals are favored by 3.5 and take it 31-24 Arizona.
Panthers (13-0) @ Giants (6-7)
Lets take a look at these two, the Giants are known for blowing leads in close match ups while the Panthers are known for destroying their opponent. The spread favors the Panthers by five, but though the Giants are still fighting for a playoff spot this one wont be close. Newton will lead the Panthers to a blowout with how poorly those Giants defenseman play. 42-17 Panthers.
Titans (3-10) @ Patriots (11-2)
The Titans will do good, well next year. They have been improving but will still do nothing against New England up in Foxborough. Brady may keep losing offensive weapons, but admit it he can turn anyone into a weapon. The Patriots will live up to the 14 point spread and take this one with ease. Patriots 38-16.
Bills (6-7) @ Redskins (6-7)
Both these teams are in tight spots looking to get in to the playoffs. The Redskins are better off looking at their division rivals facing division leading opponents, while the Bills need to win to catch up still. Though I have been impressed with Washington recently, I got to go with the Bills in this one since the Washington will be watching the Giants and Eagles get slaughtered up on the scoreboard and will be feeling more relaxed. Bills 24-23.
The Chiefs have been the hottest team in the NFL, as they fight for a wildcard spot in the AFC. While the Ravens could not stop having issues with IR being a common listing on their roster. The Chiefs are favored by 7.5, but I don't think that will be much of an issue. Chiefs 30-17.
Browns (3-10) @ Seahawks (8-5)
Mr. Manziel is out there for Cleveland, as he showed us his game last week picking up the victory. But now he goes to meet the 12th Man in one of the hardest places to get a win. Wilson and the Seahawks have been one of the hottest teams in football after their very slow start. The spread is 14.5, but I think that defense against the rookie QB can make that happen. Seahawks 34-17.
The Broncos took a hard loss to the Raiders last week and are now heading into a tough place near the end of the season, as the Steelers have been hot and need to stay that way to make the playoffs. Big Ben wants to show his veteran abilities against the young Osweilier and bring home a big Steelers win. The Steelers are favored by six which may be to much. But I am calling a Steelers 27-20 win.
Dolphins (5-8) @ Chargers (3-10)
These two teams have really nothing to look forward to besides the draft. It has just been a tough season for both of them, as players will just be trying to show their worth. The Chargers are favored by 1.5 points, but I am going to take the Dolphins 21-17.
Bengals (10-3) @ 49ers (4-9)
Dalton is out, possibly through the playoffs. McCarron is stepping in to try and find Green to put up the same types of points for the Bengals. The 9ers really don't have much going for them besides maybe hope for a future QB in Gabbert. Overall I see the Bengals defense shutting down the 49ers and making the difference in this one. Turnovers will give the Bengals the 24-14 win they need to cover the 4.5 point spread.
Packers (9-4) @ Raiders (6-7)Raiders are in need of a win to stay in the playoff hunt, but Rodgers and the Packers can afford to lose any games if they want tobe able to take the division from the Vikings on their week 17 matchup. The Packers are favored by three points and it could turn out to a Mason Crosby field goal that brings it home for them. But with the Packers rookie Randall in the secondary, look for Carr to turn it over a couple times to give the Packers the 31-24 win.
Lions (4-9) @ Saints (5-8)
In all honesty this one is a toss up. Both teams don't have much to play for. It is really just a battle between Stafford and Brees on who can throw more TD passes as neither team has much defense to be proud of. I have more faith in Drew Brees, so I will take him this week. Saints favored by three, so I will go Saints 35-31.
Record 130-78 (62.5%)
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