House staff in CAPS:
JAGUARS (+15.5) over Colts
It’s value noting that the final actually shut name the Jags staged in opposition to a vastly superior was in opposition to this divisional foe — in Indianapolis. The lowly dwelling pup has a protracted strategy to go, however unusual doings are a daily taking place within the common season’s closing week, so what’s new?
Washington (-7) over GIANTS
It has been argued that Huge Blue could also be marginally inferior to the Jags, as a result of the Giants’ offense as at present constituted leaves just about no room for error, with 19 factors of their earlier three outings — and now begin Jake Fromm at QB. The Washington assault ought to generate a comparatively snug margin.
JETS (+16.5) over Payments
Current optimistic appearances by key Jets offensive ability folks supply affordable hope for the near-term future. Buffalo has scant curiosity in unduly risking their most gifted ability folks, and may do sufficient to win safely and comfortably.
Bears (+5.5) over VIKINGS
It's important to have an interest to discern it, however Chicago is ending the season respectably. Minnesota has a sustained a latest historical past of winding up in slim finishes (the overwhelming majority of this 12 months’s video games have been determined by single digits).
Steelers (+5.5) over RAVENS
Either side want a Jacksonville win over the Colts to make the playoffs. It's important to respect Baltimore for persevering with to return again for extra (with QB Tyler Huntley), after a harrowing stretch of slim defeats.
BROWNS (-6) over Bengals
Cincinnati has turned in a yeoman-like seasonal end to cop the AFC Central crown, which is able to doubtless lead to key items (the Joes — Burrow and Mixon) catching a break right here previous to additional severe motion. Anticipate QB Case Keenum will probably be calling the alerts for the Browns.
Packers (-4) over LIONS
With the Pack assured the highest seed within the NFC, their main wants are to remain sharp and keep away from damage. Little question, the Lions (with QB Jared Goff) wish to beat Inexperienced Bay as a payback installment for a number of earlier indignities.
Titans (-10.5) over TEXANS
Houston shocked Tennessee with a wise upset effort in November. Don’t assume it could be prudent of the lesser divisional entity to pressure for the sweep, by way of letting sleeping canine lie. Little question, the Titans wish to be in optimum well being for postseason doings.
FALCONS (+3.5) over Saints
These two NFC South sides are startlingly related by way of their relative offensive limitations — and more and more stingy defenses. Atlanta is searching for out a uncommon season sweep over their Louisiana neighbors. In search of the Falcons to stack up sufficient of a ample result in tuck contained in the quantity.
DOLPHINS (+6.5) over Patriots
You'll be able to put the knock on Miami’s modest second-half schedule, which allowed the Dolphins to tear off seven straight, however they did it, for what it’s value. Divisional foe Patriots are far more practical versus Miami in Foxborough than toiling within the heat solar and frequent rain of South Florida.
BUCCANEERS (-8.5) over Panthers
Carolina’s kind has headed solidly within the incorrect route in the course of the vacation season. With a deteriorated offensive line and the sustained absence of key RB Christian McCaffrey, the Panthers have slipped over the sting, with scant hope for a 2022 restoration. The Bucs seem headed in the correct route.
49ers (+4.5) over RAMS
The Scarlet Purple and Gold are gunning for his or her sixth straight win over the Rams. At this writing, we stay optimistic Jimmy Garoppolo will probably be match to return underneath heart for this visiting underdogs, trying to preserve the prevalence of the Northern California entry.
Seahawks (+6.5) over CARDINALS
That is an edge — not fairly a conviction. Seattle has virtually actually seen its finest days since its Tremendous Bowl glory, however this cagey, veteran group is able to conserving shut in opposition to a Playing cards outfit that continues to seem as if it peaked a tad too early this season.
RAIDERS (+3) over Chargers
Shapes up a complete lot, because the winner makes the playoffs and the loser heads dwelling, eh, what? Bolts do a whole lot of issues proper on the offensive finish, however they appear to have a tough time placing comparable foes away.
Final week: 7-9
2021 season: 118-112-2
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