Saturday NFL Week 16: Preview and Predictions

Saturday NFL Week 16: Preview and Predictions

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New York Giants Vs Minnesota Vikings 

The (11-3) Minnesota Vikings will be hosting the (8-5-1) New York Giants in Minneapolis on Christmas Eve at 12:00 PM eastern time. 

The Giants came off a 20-12 win against the Washington Commanders, they are looking to win two in a row and clinch a playoff spot this week. The Giants were consistent against the commanders as Daniel Jones and Saquon Barkley lead the offense. The Giants defense is the key to victory tomorrow as they’ll need to apply pressure to Kirk Cousins and force him to make mistakes. The Giants defense will have to keep Justin Jefferson on lockdown as he is a game changer for that Vikings offense.

The Vikings pulled off a major comeback in a game which they won 39-36 against the Indianapolis Colts in overtime. Cousins passed for 460 yards and four touchdowns in the comeback victory and will have to have another great performance against the giants if they want to clinch the NFC North Division and a high seed in the NFC. The Vikings defense only allowed 3 points in the second half which allowed for the remarkable comeback. The Vikings will have to continue their great playing on both sides of the ball if they want to win this game.

A very Important NFC matchup with each team fighting to get a playoff spot.

Score prediction: Vikings win (20-17)


New Orleans Saints Vs Cleveland Browns 

The (6-8) Cleveland Browns will be hosting the (5-9) New Orleans Saints on Christmas Eve on CBS at 12:00 central daylight time. 

The Saints are still in contention to make the playoffs as they won their last game 21-18 against the Atlanta Falcons. The saints are in a win out situation still in reach within winning the NFC south division only one game behind the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Saints were able to pull off a victory in a tough fought battle against the Falcons but are still having issues on offense and getting into rhythm. The defense will have to put on a performance against the Browns to win this game. 

The Browns were able to upset the Baltimore Ravens last week to keep their playoff hopes alive. Deshaun Watson has been delivering and finding his rhythm with the Browns offense. The Run game will be very important for this Browns team heading into the game with Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt leading the way. The Browns defense has no doubt been the bright spot for this team and they’ll need to be at their best despite playing a struggling Saints team. 

With both Teams fighting for a spot this could be a physical battle between the Saints and Browns. 

Score Prediction: Browns win (12-9)


Atlanta Falcons Vs Baltimore Ravens 

Battle of the Birds it’s the (5-9) Atlanta Falcons vs the (9-5) Baltimore Ravens. This matchup is something we don’t see often which is a cross conference matchup between an AFC team and NFC team. 

The Falcons have struggled lately on offense with Marcus Mariota on injured reserve they’ve turned to Desmond Ridder. The Falcons will have to be efficient against a good Ravens defense. The running game with Cordarrelle Patterson and Tyler Allgaier will need to be at its best if they want to win this game. The defense has surrendered many points to opposing teams so they’ll have to limit scoring opportunities for their opponents.

The Ravens will be without Lamar Jackson this week and are currently second in the AFC north division. They come off a loss to the Cleveland Browns which was an important divisional game that they lost and are looking to bounce back. The Ravens are going up against a struggling Falcons Secondary so the Ravens offense will have to be on the same page if they want to win this game. Tyler Huntley will be getting the start yet again, as for the defense they’ve done their best and only allowed 13 points in last week’s loss. 

A matchup with two teams that aren’t in the same conference or division with a lot at stake could be an interesting matchup on Christmas Eve. 

Score Prediction: Ravens win (17-14)


Seattle Seahawks Vs Kansas City Chiefs 

The (11-3) Kansas City Chiefs will be hosting the (7-7) Seattle Seahawks, two teams that have such a huge fan base and loudest fans could be a treat on Christmas Eve. 

The Seahawks came off a divisional 21-13 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. The Seahawks are still in playoff contention and could very well get a spot but it’ll be tough for them and they’ll have to win the rest of their games essentially. The Seahawks are second in their division with a (7-7) record. The Seahawks struggles don’t come through the air, it’s the running game that they can’t find a rhythm. With many Offensive weapons at Geno Smith’s disposal the Seahawks could be set up for success against a good Chiefs defense. The Defense will no doubt have a tough time limiting Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce but they’ll have to try their best to slow them down to have a chance to win this game. 

The Chiefs won a 30-24 thriller in overtime against the Houston Texans. The Chiefs didn’t look like themselves against the Texans. As for the Chiefs the offense has been the bright spot for this team and the defense has struggled to stop opposing offenses. Mahomes and the Chiefs offense last week had a total of 502 offensive yards and two turnovers which they barely escaped with a victory. The Defense allowed the Texans to put up points and nearly won the game in what was supposed to be a great display all around for the chiefs. It’ll be interesting how the Chiefs walk into this game and what their strategy will be against a good Seahawks team. 

Score prediction: Chiefs win (24-14)


Houston Texans Vs Tennessee Titans 

The (1-12-1) Houston Texans will be traveling down to Nashville to play the (7-7) Tennessee Titans, a AFC south divisional matchup on Christmas Eve. 

The Texans have the worst record in the league and currently hold the first overall draft pick in 2023. With nothing to play for but building chemistry for next season they’ll definitely want to spoil their division rivals chances at winning the division. The Texans defense has allowed many points to opposing offenses but with a rookie quarterback leading the way for the titans maybe the Texans can escape with a victory. 

The Titans currently are the first seed in the AFC south but are only a loss away from becoming tied for first with the Jacksonville Jaguars. This is a must win game for the titans to boost their chances of winning their division and securing a playoff spot. Quarterback Malik Willis will get the start after Ryan Tannehill has been injured. It will be interesting to see if the Titans can win the Division with a rookie quarterback. Derrick Henry will be heavily relied on as the rushing attack depends on him. 

Score Prediction: (18-12)


Buffalo Bills Vs Chicago Bears 

The (3-11) Chicago Bears will be hosting the (11-3) Buffalo Bills, this matchup is going to be a cold one with negative degree weather in Chicago. But both teams are use to the cold so it could be interesting to see if both teams will lead towards the run game or passing game. 

The Bills last matchup they won 32-29 against their division rivals the Miami Dolphins. The Bills have been finding themselves on the struggling side of the ball on offense as they aren’t putting up the points they use to or chemistry they once had but towards the end of the game that’s when Josh Allen and the offense know it’s time to string together a game winning drive. The Bills defense is without Von Miller but they’ve been able to hold their ground and limit opponents big playmaking abilities. They’ll be playing a struggling bears team which could result in a big victory for the Bills.

The Bears find themselves filled with injuries on offense with Chase Claypool dealing with a knee injury, Darnell Mooney out for the season, Their Offensive Linemen Cody Whitehair and Teven Jenkins both doubtful, and Equanimeous St. Brown listed as doubtful as well. With the Bears just looking to improve on Justin Fields getting better each week for next season this game in the short run does not mean anything for them but in the long run this game is important for Fields development. The rushing attack as usual will be important for the Bears as Fields, David Montgomery, and Khalil Herbert will be leading the way. The Defense will have a tough task at hand guarding Josh Allen and Stephon Diggs as they have become one of the league’s worst defenses. 

The Bills will look to boost their chances at the first seed in the playoffs with a victory over the Bears.

Score prediction: Bills win (35-10)


Cincinnati Bengals Vs New England Patriots 

The (7-7) New England Patriots are hosting the (10-4) Cincinnati Bengals in a AFC conference showdown. 

The Bengals were able to beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 34-23, in which the Bengals were down 17-0 at one point. The Bengals are Currently division leaders and a victory against the Patriots would be very important as they try to secure a playoff spot by winning the division. Joe Burrow had himself a good game with 200 passing yards and four touchdowns. Running back Joe Mixon will need to step up and lead the run game to take some attention away from Burrow, Tee Higgins and Ja’Marr Chase. 

The Patriots came off a shocking 30-24 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. Running back Rhamondre Stevenson has been the Patriots bright spot recent, Mac Jones has been struggling as of late will the Patriots turn to another quarterback before the season is over or stick with Mac Jones will be interesting to see. The Patriots defense will have a lot on their hands with guarding Chase, Higgins, and Burrow. The Patriots are still fighting for a playoff spot and with a victory they could very well find themselves in a wildcard spot but it’s not guaranteed if they make it this year with other opponents already sneaking up behind the Patriots to make the playoffs. 

Score Prediction: Patriots win (28-25)  


Detroit Lions Vs Carolina Panthers 

The (5-9) Panthers will host the (7-7) Detroit Lions on Christmas Eve in what could be an intense matchup.

The Lions have roared back and are finding themselves fighting for a playoff spot despite having a lot of people write them off this season. The Lions come off a 20-17 win against the New York Jets, the Lions have really found their stride lately and fight every week to claim a victory. With a favorable matchup against the Panthers the Lions will need to be at their best to snatch a victory and inch closer to a playoff spot. 

The Panthers still find themselves having issues at the quarterback position but Sam Darnold led the way and had a touchdown pass in the 24-16 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Offensive line will have to do a much better job at pass protection but the run game has been there for them when they needed it. The Panthers defense has been struggling as well lately but they’ll look to shut down a Lions offense. 

Score Prediction: Panthers win (17-10)


Washington Commanders Vs San Francisco 49ers 

The (7-6-1) Washington Commanders will be traveling down to Levi’s stadium to take on the (10-4) San Francisco 49ers on Christmas Eve. 

The Commanders are currently fighting for a playoff spot but at one point in the season they looked like playoffs weren’t going to be an option this year. It’s safe to say the Commanders really turned it around this season when quarterback Taylor Heinicke took over for the Commanders. The defense has been keeping this team alive for a playoff spot as they’ve been playing tough football and Chase Young is scheduled to return against the 49ers.

The 49ers came off a 21-13 victory against their division rivals the Seattle Seahawks which ultimately the 49ers won the NFC west division. Quarterback Brock Purdy will yet again be starting and he’s done a good job since taking over and has led the 49ers to victory. Running back Christian McCaffrey is questionable to play, he’s been a great offensive weapon this season. The 49ers defense has been one of the leagues best and look to continue their dominant play. 

Score Prediction: Commanders win (28-21)


Philadelphia Eagles Vs Dallas Cowboys

An NFC East Showdown on Christmas Eve could very well be an amazing matchup between the (13-1) Philadelphia Eagles and the (10-4) Dallas Cowboys. This game will kickoff at 3:25 pm Eastern time.

The big news coming out of Philadelphia is that Quarterback Gardner Minshew will get the start due to Jalen Hurts getting a minor injury and would rather sit him since clinching a playoff spot and basically have the number one seed in the NFC conference. The Eagles escaped with a victory and beat the Chicago Bears 25-20. The Run game will take a minor hit as Hurts won’t be playing but they’ll still have their running backs carrying the workload. Minshew will have plenty of offensive help to try and win this game. As for the defense they’ve been playing well against opposing offenses. 

The Cowboys lost 40-34 in overtime to the Jacksonville Jaguars last week when Dak Prescott threw an interception for a pick 6. Despite Prescott throwing a pick six he had three touchdowns and two interceptions. The Cowboys defense was one of the leagues best earlier on in the season but have slowed down in recent weeks. With Hurts out for the Eagles the Cowboys could take advantage and try to win this game by pressuring Minshew into uncomfortable situations. If the Cowboys manage to win they’d still be within reach of the NFC east title if the Eagles lose the remainder of their games.

Score Predictions: Cowboys Win (35-28)

 

Dec 24, 2022 No Comments
Primetime Preview: Jacksonville Jaguars Vs New York Jets (TNF Week 16)

Primetime Preview: Jacksonville Jaguars Vs New York Jets (TNF Week 16)

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Jacksonville Jaguars Vs New York Jets

NFL Week 16 kicks off with The (6-8) Jacksonville Jaguars heading down to MetLife Stadium to take on the (7-7) New York Jets on Thursday night football exclusively on Amazon Prime Video. Kickoff will be at 7:15 PM central daylight time. 

The Jaguars pulled off a 40-34 upset victory against the Dallas Cowboys in overtime thanks to the Jaguars defense making an interception into a Pick 6. Quarterback Trevor Lawrence has been on a mission in recent weeks against Dallas he had a little over 300 yards passing and four touchdown passes which three of them were to Zay Jones. The Jaguars defense has been somewhat struggling allowing a lot of yards through the passing game and allowing opponents to stay in the game, they’ll need to do a better job at forcing three and outs. The Jaguars defense should have no problem stopping whoever is under center for the Jets, the Jets haven’t been able to get anything going consistently on offense. 

The Jets came off a 20-17 loss to the Detroit Lions in a game in which Zach Wilson returned to the starting quarterback role. In Wilson’s return he had 317 passing yards along with two passing touchdowns. The offensive struggles continue for the Jets as they cannot find a recipe for success in the run game but the passing game seems to be getting better against the lions and hope to improve upon that against the Jaguars. As for the Jets defense they’ve done their job all season long and are the main reason they are in playoff contention, it’s unfortunate they’ve been on the field for too much of the game and surrendered points due to fatigue. If the Jets want to win this one, they’ll have to figure out how to score and win time of possession on offense.

An AFC conference matchup should be interesting as both the Jets and Jaguars are trying to fight for a playoff spot.

Dec 21, 2022 No Comments
Primetime Preview: Los Angeles Rams Vs Green Bay Packers (MNF Week 15)

Primetime Preview: Los Angeles Rams Vs Green Bay Packers (MNF Week 15)

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Los Angeles Rams Vs Green Bay Packers 

The (4-9) Los Angeles Rams will be heading to Lambeau Field to take on the (5-8) Green Bay Packers on Monday night football. 

Last time the Rams played it was a hectic game against the Los Vegas Raiders in which they came back and won 17-16 which was led by Baker Mayfield who was signed only 2 days before their Thursday night matchup. Mayfield had just a little bit of more time to learn the Rams playbook and develop chemistry but with teammates  Cooper Kupp and Allen Robinson II on injured reserve he is limited on offensive weapons. The Rams defense will probably be without star Defensive Tackle Aaron Donald so they’ll need all hands on deck against the Packers. 

The Packers are fresh off a bye week and Aaron Rodgers has been banged up recently due to injuries and hits he’s taken but with extra rest from the bye week Rodgers looks to torch the Rams defense. Before the bye week the Packers beat the Bears 28-19, in a game where things started to click on offense. Christian Watson has turned into Rodgers favorite target recently as he’s been producing yards after catch and touchdowns. If the passing game does not work for the Packers then they’ll look to running backs Aaron Jones and AJ Dillon to carry the workload as they’ve been a dual threat. 

Both Teams fighting for a playoff spot on Monday night could finish off week 15 in dramatic fashion, if either team loses their season is essentially over.

Score Prediction: Packers Win (28-24)

Dec 19, 2022 No Comments
Primetime Preview: New York Giants Vs Washington Commanders (SNF Week 15)

Primetime Preview: New York Giants Vs Washington Commanders (SNF Week 15)

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New York Giants Vs Washington Commanders 

The (7-5-1) New York Giants will be visiting the (7-5-1) Washington Commanders in a NFC East divisional matchup. In their earlier meeting they ended the game with a tie which is a rare occurrence. 

The Giants have struggled recently and they were once favorites to win the NFC east until the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys came out of nowhere and took over the division. But it’s been a competitive NFC east as the Giants have the third seed. The Giants lost 48-22 last week to the Eagles, if the Giants want to keep their playoff hopes alive they’d have to keep winning but with a loss it would only make it harder for a playoff spot. Running back Saquon Barkley has been put on the injured list but is going to try and play the game despite his injury, in a must win game they will need Barkley despite going up against a tough Commanders defensive line. The Giants defense will need to string together a lot of stops if they want to win this game. 

The Commanders are looking for a playoff spot, they’ve been on fire lately with Tyler Heinicke leading the way on offense. The defense has been surprisingly one of the strongest in the league and ranked fourth in defense. Chase Young may be out with an injury but he is listed as questionable. The Commanders will definitely have to rely on limiting turnovers and throwing the ball efficiently against the Giants, the Commanders defense will have to limit Barkleys playmaking abilities. On the bright side the commanders do have home field advantage and should use that advantage to further their chances to make the playoffs. 

A NFC east battle between the Giants and Commanders fighting for a playoff spot could lead to an aggressive game. 

Score prediction: Giants win (17-10)

Dec 18, 2022 No Comments
SneakerReporter NFL Week 15: Preview and Predictions

SneakerReporter NFL Week 15: Preview and Predictions

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Philadelphia Eagles Vs Chicago Bears 

The (12-1) Philadelphia Eagles will be traveling to Soldier field to take on the (3-10) Chicago Bears. 

The Eagles have the best record in the league and also hold the first seed in the NFC conference. The Eagles came off a 48-22 victory against the New York Giants, they controlled the game and clinched a playoff berth. They are currently on a four game winning streak and don’t show any signs of slowing down, they’ll be playing a struggling Bears team. Jalen Hurts has been able to lead this offense to victory and is in the MVP conversation as he has thrown 3,157 yards and 22 passing touchdowns. The Eagles will look to run wild against a soft defensive front for the Bears. As for the defense they’ll want to keep Justin Fields contained as most of Fields is weapons are out with injuries. 

The Bears come fresh off a bye week but in their last game they lost 28-19  to the Green Bay Packers. They are currently on a six game losing streak and are looking for a win, despite being out of playoff contention. Justin Fields and David Montgomery will have to carry the workload on offense since Chase Claypool, Darnell Mooney, and Khalil Herbert are all out due to injuries. Fields has been a problem for NFL defenses running wild against them, Montgomery has been steady in recent weeks but hasn’t had an explosive game with Herbert’s absence. The Bears defense has a lot of ground to cover with Jalen Hurts and AJ Brown, the Bears have one of the league’s worst defenses. The Bears just cannot stop the run or passing game. 

A NFC showdown on Sunday evening as the Eagles look to maintain the first seed in the NFC and the Bears try to improve for next season. 

Score Prediction: Eagles Win (40-10) 


Atlanta Falcons Vs New Orleans Saints 

A NFC south divisional matchup between the (5-8) Atlanta Falcons vs the (4-9) New Orleans Saints which could decide the winner of the division in the coming weeks. 

The Falcons come off a bye week but previous to that they have lost two straight and are still in a winning position to take the division. Quarterback Desmond Ritter will be getting the start for the Falcons as Marcus Mariota has been placed on injured reserve. In a must win game it could be a difficult one with the rookie leading the way under center but the falcons will have to rely on their run game they are the fourth best in the league when it comes to rushing. As for the defense they haven’t been all too bad but they’ll have to help out the offense and shut down the saints as much as possible.

The Saints also come off a bye week and also have lost two games in a row. They are currently last in the NFC South division with a loss that basically puts them out of reach of first place in their division, a crucial win is needed here to keep the playoff hopes alive. The Saints defense has carried this team all season long and has been good enough to get them to where they are now but the saints offense has struggled through the ground and have had quarterback struggles all season long. Alvin Kamara hasn’t been able to get it going in recent weeks, as well as Andy Dalton who has struggled. 

The Falcons fighting for the first seed and the saints playoff stake is on the line, an interesting NFC south showdown could be on our hands. 

Score prediction: Saints win (14-9) 


Pittsburgh Steelers Vs Carolina Panthers 

The (5-8) Pittsburgh Steelers will be heading to Charlotte to take on the (5-8) Carolina Panthers Sunday evening. 

The Steelers come off a 16-14 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. The Steelers haven’t been so lucky this year as they’ve had injuries at the quarterback position all season long and an inexperienced team. But things aren’t looking too bad as they continue to develop for next season even if they miss out on the playoffs this year, a win against the Steelers would put them in third place in the division along with the Browns a loss would probably seal the deal on last place in their AFC North division. 

The Panthers were able to defeat the Seattle Seahawks last week 30-24 in a thrilling matchup. They are currently second in the NFC South division and a game behind first place. The Panthers have had the quarterback chances all season from Baker Mayfield, PJ walked, Jacob Eason, and Sam Darnold on the bright side at least they have options but haven’t been able to stick to one due to injuries or poor performances. Chuba Hubbard and D’Onta Foreman will look to carry the workload for the Panthers if the passing game does not seem to work. 

Score Prediction: Panthers Win (17-10) 


Kansas City Chiefs Vs Houston Texans 

The (1-11-1) Houston Texans will be hosting the (10-3) Kansas City Chiefs Sunday evening in a AFC conference matchup. 

The Chiefs came off a 34-28 victory against the Denver Broncos, they held a 27-0 lead at one point but the Broncos came up just short at the end. The Chiefs have been dominating all season and are second in the AFC conference standings with a win they will clinch a playoff spot. Patrick Mahomes has had himself another spectacular year and is in talks of an MVP candidate, Travis Kelce has been his go to weapon this season and his arsenal of receivers have stepped up. As for the defense they’ve played solid enough to where their offense has to put up points and the defense does the best they can to hold a lead.

The Texans look to lock down the number one draft pick with a loss, but the Texans come off a tough 27-23 loss to the Dallas Cowboys. The Texans were hanging in there all game and nearly escaped with a victory against the Cowboys they’ll need to feed off that momentum that they can hang in there against those tough opponents if they want to beat the Chiefs. With the quarterback situation up in the air for the Texans David Mills didn’t do all too bad against Dallas as he had 175 passing yards. No doubt they will be playing a tough Chiefs team but if they played the way they played against the cowboys they could very well pull off an upset. 

Score prediction: Chiefs win (28-10) 


Dallas Cowboys Vs Jacksonville Jaguars 

The (10-3) Dallas Cowboys will be going up against the (5-8) Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday afternoon. 

The Cowboys were able to pull off a 27-23 comeback victory against the Houston Texans. The Cowboys defense has been a scary sight to see for opposing NFL offenses and they’ve been the bright spot for this Cowboys team. As for the offense they’ve been hit or miss in recent weeks, they struggled against a Texans team who are dead last in the league but were able to pull together a win. Their offense will need to start to come together and be on the same page when it comes playoff time, the running game especially will be critical for them to succeed. The Cowboys will be going up against a decent jaguars team who have found their legs as of late. 

The Jaguars came off an impressive 36-22 victory over the Tennessee Titans, in which quarterback Trevor Lawrence threw for 368 passing yards, three passing touchdowns, and a touchdown. The Jaguars defense will need to force Dak Prescott into committing turnovers in order for them to have a chance at winning this game, and the Jaguars offense will need to be sharp and avoid mistakes against a tough Cowboys defense. With the Jaguars still fighting for a playoff spot they’ll need all hands on deck for a playoff run. The Jaguars offense has been averaging 22 points a game which isn’t bad and they’ll definitely need to put up more against the Cowboys. 

An important game for the jaguars as they try to keep their playoff hopes alive and as for the cowboys they want to try and continue to secure a playoff spot. 

Score Prediction: Cowboys win (34-21)


Detroit Lions Vs New York Jets 

The (6-7) Detroit Lions will be heading to East Rutherford to take on the (7-6) New York Jets. 

The Lions pulled off an upset victory against the Minnesota Vikings which they won 34-23 which puts them on a two game winning streak. The Lions will be going up against a weak Jets defense and as of late the Lions have caught fire and have been great offensively. The Defense has struggled a bit but has been able to rally late and stop opposing offenses from scoring to secure victories. 

The Jets are starting quarterback Zach Wilson as Mike White is in concussion protocol and is not cleared to play. With Wilson back under center it will be interesting to see how the offense responds in a must win game to stay in contention for the playoffs. As for the defense they’ve struggled to stop opposing offenses running wild or even through the air so they’ll have to stop a red hot lions offense. 

Score Prediction: Jets win (12-9) 


Arizona Cardinals Vs Denver Broncos 

The (4-9) Arizona Cardinals will be traveling to Sports Authority Field to take on the (3-10) Denver Broncos. 

The Cardinals will be without starting quarterback Kyler Murray for the remainder of the season as he has torn his ACL. They come off a loss against the New England Patriots on Monday Night football. Colt McCoy will be taking over quarterback duties with Murray out, they’ll probably want to run heavy with James Connor to start off the game but with DeAndre Hopkins at wideout McCoy will definitely have to take some shots down field. The Defense will have to do much better and not allow so many points as their defense does allow one of the most points in the league and their secondary cannot defend the pass. 

The Broncos will be without quarterback Russell Wilson, coming off a 34-28 loss against the Kansas City Chiefs. Their season came to an end last week as they were officially eliminated from playoff contention, it has been a rough year for the Broncos and they’ll look to head into next season with some momentum. Brett Rypien will get the start for the Broncos in a struggling offense but have a lot of talent despite their record they just can’t put together the pieces and find a rhythm. As for the defense they’ve played some solid football all season unfortunately their offense hasn’t been able to provide enough points for them to succeed. 

In a game that does not mean much for the playoffs one of these teams will certainly cherish this victory as they look forward to next season. 

Score Prediction: Cardinals win (20-14) 


New England Patriots Vs Las Vegas Raiders 

The (5-8) Las Vegas Raiders are hosting the  (7-6) New England Patriots Sunday Afternoon, in which both teams need a victory. 

The Patriots come off a 27-13 victory against the Arizona Cardinals. The Patriots are holding onto the final wildcard spot and with a loss could be costly in the long run but with a victory they would only help their case of a playoff run. Quarterback Mac Jones will have to be at the top of his game if they want to find any success on offense. As for the defense they played well against the Cardinals and look to carry that momentum over into this game. 

The Raiders are basically in a win our situation meaning they have to win the rest of their games to even have a shot at the playoffs. They’ve had a rough year. This was not the season they had hoped for but they are still fighting for a chance to be in the playoffs but with a loss it’s season over. The Raiders came off a 17-16 loss against the Rams last week. The Raiders defense as of lately has been holding it down and playing effectively but it’s the offense that continues with struggles. 

A must win situation for both teams only one team could come out victorious this could very well be a tough fought battle until the end. 

Score Prediction: Patriots win (17-14) 


Tennessee Titans Vs Los Angeles Chargers 

The (7-6) Los Angeles Chargers will be hosting the (7-6) Tennessee Titans at SoFi stadium in Inglewood California. 

The Titans come off a 36-22 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, the offense has struggled as of recently and are currently on a three game losing streak. Their defense has played well and haven’t really allowed opposing offenses to do much besides for the Jaguars who put up 36 points. Derrick Henry will have to have a larger role in this game as of lately he hasn’t been himself but last week he found his legs and had himself a decent game. The Titans are going up against a Chargers defense that is either good or bad depending who they play, so it’ll be interesting to see how the titans react to the chargers defense. 

The Chargers pulled off a 23-17 upset victory over the Miami Dolphins last week. The Chargers are fighting for a playoff spot and if they win they will only inch closer to playoffs with a team that has the talent it would be unfortunate if they missed out. Injuries have been brutal this year for the chargers as they’ve missed some key players this season. The Offense will look to carry the momentum they had against the Dolphins and try to play effectively against the Titans. As for the defense they are hot one week and then cold the next. It’s hard to tell which defense will show up Sunday for the Chargers but they’ll want to be at their best. 

Both teams tied and fighting for a playoff spot could prove to be a hard fought battle between the Chargers and Titans. 

Score Prediction: Titans Win (28-24) 


Cincinnati Bengals Vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers 

The (9-4) Cincinnati Bengals will take on the (6-7) Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a crossover conference matchup between the AFC and NFC. 

The Bengals come off a 23-10 victory over their division rivals the Cleveland Browns. The Bengals will look to win this game to run away with the AFC North title, they are currently in first place in their division and also hold a playoff spot for now. Joe Burrow had himself a decent outing last week going for 239 yards through the air, and Ja’Marr Chase had himself a day with 119 receiving yards and a touchdown. The Bengals finally look like they did last season when they were competing for a Super Bowl. The defense has been playing well and limiting opponents offense but they’ll need to pressure Tom Brady into uncomfortable situations.

The Buccaneers come off a 35-7 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in a game they want to forget. The Buccaneers offense has struggled all season long and haven’t been able to get on the right page despite having a veteran quarterback under center which would be Tom Brady. Brady slightly injured his throwing hand last week but he should be good to go against the Bengals. It’ll be interesting to see if his throwing hand will be affected. The defense has definitely tried its best all season long but they’ve been on the field so much that it’s hard to keep up and not allow points. The Buccaneers currently hold the first place spot in their division and will look to run away with their NFC south division title. 

A win for the buccaneers would only solidify another playoff run for Brady and the Bucs and a win for the Bengals could seal the deal on the AFC North.

Score Prediction: Bengals win (28-21)

Dec 18, 2022 No Comments
Saturday NFL Week 15: Scores and Predictions

Saturday NFL Week 15: Scores and Predictions

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Indianapolis Colts Vs Minnesota Vikings 

Saturday NFL Football will be having three games but the first game will be a cross conference matchup between the (4-8-1) Indianapolis Colts vs the (10-3) Minnesota Vikings. This game will kickoff at 12:00 PM central daylight time. 

The Colts are fresh off a bye week but last time they stepped foot on the field they lost  54-19 to the Dallas Cowboys two weeks ago. The Colts aren’t exactly out of playoff contention; they would have to win the rest of the year to have a chance at a wildcard spot but with a loss it’s essentially season over for the Colts. The season has been a tough one for the Colts since they released their head coach and replaced him with Jeff Saturday during the Mid season. The Colts offense has struggled to throw the ball and Jonathan Taylor hasn’t been able to get it going on the ground. 

The Vikings come off a 34-24 loss to the Detroit Lions who pulled off an upset victory. With the Vikings sitting atop of the division and a (10-3) record they are essentially guaranteed a playoff spot, a victory against the Colts would only solidify their playoff spot even more. The Vikings offense has been what they’ve relied on to win games, Kirk Cousins passed for 425 yards and two passing touchdowns against the Lions. Justin Jefferson also had himself a day with 223 yards receiving, but for the Vikings the problem is mainly defense as they have allowed their opponents to keep themselves in the game. The Vikings defense will have to step up in order for them to win. 

A matchup that is rarely seen could prove to be important for both teams as the Colts look to win out the rest of their games and the Vikings only solidifying their Playoff hopes. 

Score Prediction: Vikings win (24-10) 


Baltimore Ravens Vs Cleveland Browns 

The (9-4) Baltimore Ravens will be going up against their division rivals the Cleveland Browns who are (5-8) on the season. This game will kickoff at 3:30 PM central daylight time. 

The Ravens will be without Lamar Jackson who is still out with an injury, the Ravens were however able to get a 16-14 victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Ravens have struggled to keep the lead in lost games but as of late they’ve been able to hold it down, as for the defense they’ll need to play better and limit the Browns run game. The Ravens are currently tied for first place in the AFC North division and with a victory it could only improve their chances of winning the division. 

Quarterback Deshaun Watson will get the start yet again, Watson has slowly eased his way into the team as he hasn’t had bad performances. Where the Browns really strive is their run game with Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt carrying the workload as well as the defense playing solid football against opposing NFL offenses. Wide receivers Amari Cooper and Donovan Peoples-Jones have also been a bright spot on this offense, if the Browns want to win this game they’ll have to find the right balance between running the ball and passing the ball. 

An AFC North matchup between the Ravens and Browns is always a treat as both teams look to chase a playoff spot. 

Score Prediction: Ravens Win (17-14)


Miami Dolphins Vs Buffalo Bills 

An AFC East Divisional matchup between the (8-5) Miami Dolphins and the (10-3) Buffalo Bills on Saturday Night Football could possibly be the game of the week. This game is slated to have snow and negative degree weather. 

The Dolphins were able to win the first matchup against the Bills earlier in the season in which they won 21-19 and they’ll look to win this game so they can be only one game behind first place in their division. The Dolphins aren’t used to the cold weather so this will be something to look out for. The Dolphins did lose their last matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers 23-17 and are looking to bounce back. The Dolphins defense will have to double team Stephon Diggs as he’s been one of the league’s best and limit Josh Allen’s ability to run the ball. With snow forecasted the Dolphins will look to rely on the run game or short passes to star wideout Tyreek Hill. 

The Bills came off a 20-12 win against the New York Jets which extended their win streak to four. Josh Allen and the Bills offense have been great through the Air but through the ground they haven’t been able to get anything going as their rushing game hasn’t been there to rely on in key situations. But the Bills trust Allen’s arm to get them victories and also rely on Diggs who has been playing at a high level this season. The defense will be without Von Miller which is a big blow to that defense as he is a veteran leader to that Bills defense. It will be interesting to see if the Bills defense can continue their dominant defensive schemes and pull through with a victory. 

With a Bills win they could solidify first place in the AFC East division and punch their ticket to the playoffs but with a Dolphins win they’ll only be one game short of first place and hold the head to head matchup over the Bills.

Score Prediction: Dolphins Win (24-21)

Dec 17, 2022 No Comments