The Bengals Are Going To Raw Dog The Chiefs This Weekend
Thursday Night
NE +4.5 (o/u 43.5)
Patriots 20 Bills 17
The Bills have been dealing with a mystery illness that could affect the team as they prepare for a second straight Thursday game. The Patriots also played on Thanksgiving and are dealing with an upset stomach after Hunter Henry's touchdown was taken away. This game is vital for the Patriots' playoff hopes. Look for them to be at their best.
Sunday at 1
Atl +1 (o/u 42)
Falcons 16 Steelers 13
The Steelers won a tight battle over the Colts on Monday night as Matt Ryan continued to be a turnover machine. Now they have Ryan's old team, who plays at home. Look for the Falcons to win by a field goal.
Den +9 (o/u 38)
Ravens 20 Broncos 13
The Broncos are terrible and have an offense that is embarrassing, but their defense plays well, and the Ravens are awful in the fourth quarter. This has a backdoor cover written all over it.
Chi +4.5 (o/u 43)
Bears 30 Packers 24
Assuming that Justin Fields plays as he has been practicing. The Bears need to beat the Packers eventually, and with Aaron Rodgers banged up, this seems like the right time.
Det +1.5 (o/u 51.5)
Lions 23 Jaguars 20
The worst two teams in the NFL in 2021 are both showing signs of improvement. The Lions lost a heartbreaker on Thanksgiving, while the Jaguars beat the Ravens with a remarkable comeback. The Lions are the home team and will win a close battle with their rapidly improving defense.
Hou +7 (o/u 47)
Browns 24 Texans 20
Deshaun Watson has been waiting for this moment for over a year as he makes his first start with the Browns. Ironically it is against the Texans, his former team. Look for the Texans to play a tough game as they keep it close, while Watson needs to work through rust, playing for the first time in nearly two years.
Min -3 (o/u 44.5)
Vikings 27 Jets 17
The Jets are flying high after Mike White torched the Bears last week. The Bears are one of the worst defenses in the NFL, while the Vikings are a strong defense. This game will see White struggle as the Vikings sail toward a division championship.
Was -2.5 (o/u 40.5)
Commanders 24 Giants 16
It turns out the Giants were frauds, benefiting from a soft early schedule. Daniel Jones is not the answer at quarterback, and their playoff hopes will fade away as Taylor Heinicke continues to live the life of a Washington folk hero.
Ten +5.5 (o/u 44.5)
Titans 20 Eagles 16
Am I missing something with the Titans? They should be getting more respect than this. Derrick Henry is the best back in the league and can win games on his own, and the Titans' defense is strong. Add in an Eagles team that peaked in October, and you have the recipe for an upset.
Sunday Late Games
LAR +8 (o/u 41)
Seahawks 24 Rams 17
The Rams are a disaster, and the health of Matthew Stafford is a question mark. The Rams are a mess as they will go down as having the worst year after winning a Super Bowl in NFL history. The Seahawks, meanwhile, are scuffling with two straight losses. This number seems high.
Mia +4 (o/u 46.5)
Dolphins 25 49ers 24
This game depends on the health of Terron Armstead. If the Dolphins' All-Pro lineman plays, they have a chance to win on the road. If he cannot play, it will be a long day for Tua Tagovailoa. Armstead is progressing well; if he can play, he will play, according to coach Mike McDaniel.
Cin +2.5 (o/u 52.5)
Bengals 31 Chiefs 27
The Bengals are hopeful that Ja'Marr Chase can return this week. Last week he was seen eating a hot dog without condiments. Raw Dogging!!!. Look for Chase to return and Raw Dog the Chiefs.
LAC -2 (o/u 50.5)
Chargers 23 Raiders 20
The Chargers are the hardest team to pick. Some weeks they look like contenders, most weeks they come up playing like pretenders. The Raiders have two straight overtime wins and looking to somewhat salvage their season. This game will be decided late, with the Chargers winning by a field goal.
Sunday Night
Dal -11 (o/u 43.5)
Cowboys 41 Colts 11
Nobody will be waiting all day for Sunday Night, as Jeff Saturday showed last week why he should not have been named the Colts' interim coach. This one will be ugly.
Monday Night
TB -3.5 (o/u 40.5)
Buccaneers 19 Saints 11
When will Dennis Allen realize that Andy Dalton is not the answer for the Saints? Jameis Winston is a better quarterback and has a higher upside. Dalton just cannot make the big play and especially struggles in primetime. Look for Tom Brady to take a step closer to the playoffs in the comically bad NFC South.