Here are my NFL Picks for Week 14.
You'll see some interesting selections, including my thoughts on whether the San Francisco 49ers can keep their playoff hopes alive with a win over the Seattle Seahawks.
Also, will the Patriots beat out the Bears? Will the Chiefs knock off the Chargers?
Find out my predictions on that, and much more.
Note, this week has several games that have major playoff implications, so be sure to tune in.
Last Week: 11-5
Cumulative Season Record: 113--79 (.589)
Indianapolis Colts (6-6) @ Tennessee Titans (5-7)
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Winner: Indianapolis Colts
The Colts may have slipped in three consecutive contests, but this is the week that they turn matters around ans possibly make a last-moment playoff push.
This game will be broadcast at 8:20 P.M. on NFL Network on Thursday Night Football.
Cleveland Browns (5-7) @ Buffalo Bills (2-12)
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Winner: Cleveland Browns
The Browns have several pieces of the puzzle already in place and seem to be in a good position moving forward, which is why I have them winning this one.
This game will be broadcast at 1:00 P.M. on CBS.
Cincinnati Bengals (2-10) @ Pittsburgh Steelers (9-3)
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Winner: Pittsburgh Steelers
Based on the way the Bengals have been playing lately, there's honestly not much to analyze here. Easy win for Big Ben & Co.
This game will be broadcast at 1:00 P.M. on CBS.
Green Bay Packers (8-4) @ Detroit Lions (2-10)
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Winner: Green Bay Packers
Even without the running game, the Packers are executing a lethal offense and sweeping through their opponents.
This game will be broadcast at 1:00 P.M. on FOX.
New York Giants (8-4) @ Minnesota Vikings (4-8)
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Winner: New York Giants
The New York Giants are the more complete football team, and should come away with a victory here.
On a side note, it'll be interesting to see how the entire Brett Favre situation plays itself out.
This game will be broadcast at 1:00 P.M. on FOX
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-5) @ Washington Redskins (5-7)
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Winner: Tampa Bay Buccaneers
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have the ability to defend the pass, which will shut down the Redskins lone strength and that should lead them to victory.
This game will be broadcast at 1:00 P.M. on FOX.
Atlanta Falcons (10-2) @ Carolina Panthers (1-11)
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Winner: Atlanta Falcons
Honestly, is this even a competition?
This game will be broadcast at 1:00 P.M. on CBS.
Oakland Raiders (6-6) @ Jacksonville Jaguars (7-5)
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Winner: Jacksonville Jaguars
I believe the Oakland Raiders are the overall better squad, but their porous run defense will be exploited against Maurice Jones-Drew in this one. Moreover, home field advantage should play a factor.
This game will be broadcast at 1:00 P.M. on CBS.
Seattle Seahawks (6-6) @ San Francisco 49ers (4-8)
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Winner: San Francisco 49ers
The 49ers have the advantage on defense, and I believe it'll be enough in this one.
Note, with a win here they can create realistic playoff hopes as they'd only be one game out of the division lead.
This game will be broadcast at 4:05 P.M. on FOX.
St. Louis Rams (6-6) @ New Orleans Saints (9-3)
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Winner: New Orleans Saints
The Rams have yet to demonstrate that they can consistently win on the road, and the Saints are typically dominant in the Superdome. That alone could determine the outcome of this game.
And, obviously it doesn't hurt to have Drew Brees running the show.
This game will be broadcast at 4:05 P.M. on FOX.
Miami Dolphins (6-6) @ New York Jets (9-3)
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Winner: New York Jets
The New York Jets may have been embarrassed on Monday Night Football, but don't expect that trend to continue.They'll certainly be motivated in this one.
This game will be broadcast at 4:15 P.M. on CBS.
Denver Broncos (3-9) @ Arizona Cardinals (3-9)
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Winner: Denver Broncos
The Cardinals, frankly, have very little going for them which is why they are one of the worst teams in the league. Meanwhile, I believe that Kyle Orton should have a fairly successful outing in this one.
This game will be broadcast at 4:15 P.M. on CBS.
Kansas City Chiefs (8-4) @ San Diego Chargers (6-6)
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Winner: San Diego Chargers
No Matt Cassel equates to no win; at least in this one. It's as simple as that.
This game will be broadcast at 4:15 P.M. on CBS.
New England Patriots (10-2) @ Chicago Bears (9-3)
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Winner: New England Patriots
This game may in fact be the most difficult to predict this week.
This one is truly a prime example of what happens when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object.
I'm going to go out on a limb and say that the Pats pull out this victory; they've simply been too dominant.
This game will be broadcast at 4:15 P.M. on CBS.
Philadelphia Eagles (8-4) @ Dallas Cowboys (4-8)
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Winner: Philadelphia Eagles
There's no way that the Cowboys defense finds a way to even contain the Eagles prolific offense.
Michael Vick should explode for a huge game.
This game will be broadcast at 8:20 P.M. on NBC on SNF.
Baltimore Ravens (8-4) @ Houston Texans (5-7)
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Winner: Baltimore Ravens
We usually don't hear this phrase but I envision the Ravens offense shredding through the opposing defense.
Look for a rebound game from quarterback Joe Flacco.
This game will be broadcast at 8:30 P.M. on ESPN on MNF.
By Mihir Bhagat
