Dwelling workforce in CAPS:
Sunday
TEXANS (+4) over Jaguars
The Jags have gone on a pleasant latest run, however now they’re truly favored, a task they’ve failed to satisfy on three earlier seasonal events. Trevor Lawrence must go turnover-free. The Texans are gunning for respectable season end.
GIANTS (-6) over Colts
The Giants boast highly effective incentive, as they will clinch a postseason berth with a win. Although they haven’t been blowing out anybody, the hosts are clearly superior to the Colts. Optimism reigns on the Meadowlands.
Seahawks (+1.5) over JETS
The Jets have settled on promising Mike White to profit from their remaining two regular-season video games. Given time, Sauce Gardner and firm will do their greatest. Count on additional enchancment and a greater 2023.
Saints (+6.5) over EAGLES
Preserve full respect for Philadelphia’s enviable expertise base, however nervous about any lack of effectiveness with the possible insertion of Gardner Minshew at quarterback. The still-alive Saints are quick and free.
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Panthers (+3) at BUCCANEERS
Followers have paid steep tariffs to again Tom Brady and his less-than-jolly band of Bucs this season. Carolina has come on with a robust rush since midseason.
COMMANDERS (-2) over Browns
Now switching to Carson Wentz at quarterback, maybe we’ll see improved indicators of offensive life out of the Commanders, although we’d like significant indicators of enchancment. Browns haven’t been killing it behind Deshaun Watson.
Broncos (+12.5) over CHIEFS
Too typically, Ok.C. sprints out to a commanding lead, although chalk gamers too incessantly discover the outcomes disappointing. The Chiefs are marking time whereas sustaining the AFC West lead. No sturdy feeling, both method.
PATRIOTS (-2.5) over Dolphins
With out Tua Tagovaiola (concussion), the Dolphins could have Teddy Bridgewater below middle. Miami’s December kind has disenchanted for much too lengthy. The Pats determine to grind this one out.
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Bears (+6) over LIONS
Exceedingly shut name on the quantity, when you think about the disappointing ranges of defensive depth which has been dropped at bear by either side. “Over” (52) may very well be higher deal.
Cardinals (+3) over FALCONS
With QB Colt McCoy out, search for ex-Lion David Blogh to start out Sunday for the Playing cards. Desmond Ritter will make his third straight begin for the Falcons. With a head begin, would quite endorse the street canine.
49ers (-9.5) over RAIDERS
Count on a number of vital substitutions for a lot of Raiders starters, together with Jarrett Stidham stepping in for Derek Carr. Don’t anticipate a lot mercy from guests, in cruise management as we flip the calendar web page.
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PACKERS (-3.5) over Vikings
Not too obsessed with prospects for Minnesota, particularly up towards this foe at this locale. Minny has engineered quite a lot of slender escapes. Aaron Rodgers not by means of, but.
Rams (+6.5) over CHARGERS
Can’t fault how Baker Mayfield has carried out below middle since becoming a member of Los Angeles. The Rams are higher now then they had been earlier within the season. Reluctant to put full tariff with the chalk.
Steelers (+2.5) over RAVENS
Lengthy a bloodthirsty rivalry, there are not any indicators of any slacking of depth. Our sustained concern in regards to the Ravens is their sample of expending extreme portions of vitality within the early going. Shut name!
Monday
BENGALS (+1) over Payments
Cincinnati continues to shock these trying to downgrade or underrate the Bengals. It could please Cincy significantly to keep away from any winter journeys to Orchard Park this season. Those that attempt to quick Joe Burrow could also be disenchanted.
Final week: 9-6Season: 107-95-3.