Detroit at Seattle 8:15 ET

Seahawks (-) over Lions- The Lions come straggering into the payoffs dropping their last three and haven't won a playoff game since the 1991, losing in their last seven appearances and 11 of 12. This is Seattle's fifth straight playoff appearance and they have won nine straight post-season games at home. Right now the Seahawks famed defense is hurting as all-pro safety Earl Thomas is out along with wide receiver Tyler Lockett and running back C.J. Prosise but have the return of Michael Bennett at defensive end and safety Kam Chancellor. The key for the Seahawks is their running game and when Thomas Rawls is healthy they can set up Russell Wilson's passing game. Detroit ranked 30th in rushing with offensive line woes and a quarterback in Matthew Stafford that hasn't preformed well since injuring his finger. Take SEATTLE!  

Green Bay at Detroit 8:30 ET

Lions (+) over Packers- Great way to finish the season with the Packers and Lions having to win to get into the playoffs. Green Bay looked dead in the water at 4-6 five weeks ago and then Arron Rogers said that they would win out and here we are five straight wins later. Detroit who at 9-4 looked like a shoe-in but two straight losses have them fighting for their playoff lives. The ions new this how it was going to play out regardless if they won or not against Dallas last Monday. Take DETROIT! 

Dallas at Philadelphia 1:00 ET

Eagles (-) over Cowboys- After that display we witnessed last Monday night the 'Ginger' Jason Garrett said that the Cowboys will play all out even though they have the home field locked-up. Well, the odds-makers don't believe him as the Eagles were installed as a 4-point favorite. What I am being told here behind the scenes is that Dallas will not risk Ezekiel Elliott but we understand that Tony Romo will get some playing time. This outcome will be determined by motivation and effort, I don't expect either from the Cowboys this week. Take PHILADLEPHIA!  

Detroit at Dallas 8:30 ET

Cowboys (-) over Lions- From what I can tell most believe the Cowboys will rest their best and even see to it that Tony Romo gets some playing time. With quarterbacks dropping left and right most don't have the luxury and depth that Dallas presents. Local high school start Matthew Stafford returns with a slight hand injury has seemed to affect his play as the Lions failed to score a touchdown against the Giants in a 19-6 loss at New York. The key that many are not aware of is that Detroit only has to win next week against the Packers to win the NFC North. I give the edge to the Cowboys. Take DALLAS!

Denver at Kansas City 8:30 ET

Broncos (+) over Chiefs- Boy, I wonder if Gary Kubiak regrets his brain cramp when trying a 62-yard field goal against these same Chiefs because he refused a take a tie. Well, the Broncos are on the outside looking in as far as the playoffs are concerned and now they have a team that is divided in the locker room as the defense is calling out the inept offense. Kansas City just out a a quick two touchdown lead last week against the titans and then lost on the games final play as Andy Reid gave Tennessee and extra chance to make the game winning field goal and they did it. Denver's defense can still contain check-down quarterback Alex Smith and win here. Take DENVER!

Washington at Chicago 1:00 ET

Bears (+) over Redskins- It sounds to me like the Redskins are already making excuses as to why they will fall short of the playoffs. After Monday's loss to Carolina left Tackle Trent Williams stated 'Short week are always tough' he continued, it's a physical game and it take 72,48 hours to recover...the games on...we got to play it.' Chicago has lost four of its last five but they are playing better since the Jay Cutler injury. Bears running back Jordan Howard has rushed for over 1,000 years averaging 5.0 per carry. Washington show what they were made of against the Bucs on Monday. Take CHICAGO!

Tennessee at Jacksonville 1:00 ET

Jaguars (+) over Titans- Well, the Gus Bradley era ended with a thud this week when Jacksonville absorbed their nine straight loss. The Jaguars were picked by many 'experts' to break into the playoffs but after winning only 14 of 62 games Doug Marrone has taken over as interim coach. The Titans at 8-6 are tie for the division lead as Marcus Mariota has matured quicker then most thought he would. The Titans have had a number of defensive injuries as they lost three starters last week. It catches up with them here. Take JACKSONVILLE!

Atlanta at Carolina 1:00 ET

Panthers (+) over Falcons- The Carolina Panthers are starting to play football like they should as they have won their last two and remarkably still have an outside shot at the playoffs. Atlanta of course has the NFL's most explosive offense with Matt Ryan and Julio Jones looking like an MVP combination. Even though the Falcons defeated Carolina in Week 4 (48-33) the Panthers' defense has forced wight turnovers the past two weeks and their running game in moving the ball. Getting points at home...I'll take CAROLINA! 

Tampa Bay at Dallas 8:30 ET

Cowboys (-) over Buccaneers- Oh, so now the Buccaneers are the favor of the month as they enter Dallas with five straight wins and 'covers' and an amazing 5-1 road record. Dallas meanwhile, continues to lead the NFC but are off three straight non-covers. Last Sunday the Cowboys had it handed to them for the second time by the Giants and will not enter this contest not taking it lightly. It looks like Jamis Winston is being to arrive but note that the Tampa Bay defense allowed only 11-points per contest during their winning streak. Dallas defense is up to the task. Take the COWBOYS!  

Pittsburgh at Cincinnati 1:00 ET

Bengals (+) over Steelers- The only left for the Bengals this season would be to rise up and end the Steelers four-game winning streak and slow down Big Ben and LeVeon Bell. Pittsburgh meanwhile is off a win at Buffalo where the Bills just rolled over and they won for fun. Roethlisberger is 10-2 during the regular season against the Bengals but A.J. Green returns Sunday and Cincinnati is looking to even the series after Pittsburgh's 26-16 Week 2 win. With revenge in mind...take CINCINNATI! 

Miami at New York Jets 8:25 ET

Jets (+) over Dolphins- Both clubs will be using replacement quarterbacks as veteran Matt Moore fills in for the Dolphins and Ryan Tannehill and second year man Bryce Petty once again gets the start for the New York Jets. These two are bitter AFC rivals and Miami already holds a win (27-23) and cover (-3.5) from their first match and the Jets will be looking to even the score. New York could have quit last week when the 49ers jumped out to a 14-0 lead and the Jets flew past them in the second half. They have not quit. Take the JETS!

Dallas at New York Giants 8:30 ET

Giants (+) over Cowboys- Kind of hard t believe that if it wasn't for the Giants winning opening day in Dallas the Cowboys would be undefeated at this time and we would be having the same types of conversation we had last year when Carolina was rolling through their schedule. If the 'Boys win here they will not only avenge their only loss but they will clinch a bye and home field throughout the playoffs. Alas, it most likely happen but not tonight. Look for a 'Giants' ambush. Take NEW YORK!

Pittsburgh at Buffalo 1:00 ET

Bills (+) over Steelers- Big Ben was down and the Steelers were reeling, well that was three weeks ago and now Pittsburgh is tied with Baltimore for the division lead and the Bengals are dead meat. The Bills meanwhile blew a 24-9 lead to the Raiders who scored 29 unanswered points to drop Buffalo to 6-6 with still a small chance to get to the post season. A win here would help in so many ways. The Bills defense can meet the challenge at home. Take BUFFALO!

Washington at Philadelphia 1:00 ET

Eagles (+) over Redskins- Ah the fortunes of rookie quarterbacks and 'new' head coaches. Philadelphia opened the season with three straight wins and everyone was clambering what a great move to draft and start Carson Wentz and now they are 5-7 and Peterson is no longer a genius and Wentz's numbers have evened out to where he has 12 TD passes and 11 Int's. Washington has dropped their last two and but has a 27-20 win over the Eagles to dwell on. To bad for them so will the Eagles...Take PHILADELPHIA!

Buffalo at Oakland 4:05 ET

Bills (+) over Raiders- With a win here either side has a chance to end one of the longest playoff droughts the Raiders at 13 seasons and the Bills at 16 years without post season action. Oakland's Derek Carr is one of my favorites but he dislocated his pinky on his throwing hand last week and that bothers me. The Bills have the type of offense that can exploit the Raiders porous rushing defense. Hey, what the heck the last time Buffalo won here was 1966. Number is very low, I'll take it! Give me BUFFALO! 

Dallas at Minnesota 8:25 ET

Vikings (+) over Cowboys- Dallas has now won 10 in-a-row and can clinch a playoff spot with a win in Minnesota. This is the Cowboys third game in 12 days and so will the Vikings. After starting 5-0 the Vikings have dropped five of six and are now one-game behind Detroit in the NFC Central. Tony Romo is in the wings but it os doubtful he will see any action unless something drastic happens to Dak Prescott who has 18 touchdown passes and only two interceptions. Minnesota has struggled offensively but have the second best scoring defense in the league at 17.5 points. Sam Bradford says 'we should open up the playbook and they will. Take the VIKINGS 

New England at New York Jets 4:25 ET

Jets (+) over Patriots- Okay, straight-up I don't see how anybody can beat the Patriots if Rob Gronkowski and Tom Brady are healthy and playing. I mean really Gronk is like Frankenstein out there he controls so much space and Brady doesn't need much room to complete a pass. The Jets who are out of playoff contention will start Ryan Fitzpatrick who split the pair last year but leads the league in interceptions. New England is 5-0 on the road while New York is 1-3 at home, those number will come closer together starting this afternoon. Take the J-E-T-S!   

Seattle at Tampa Bay 4:05 ET

Buccaneers (+) over Seahawks- Break-up the Buc's! Tampa Bay has won two in-a-row and is at .500 looking to make trouble in the NFC. Jameis Winston always seems to be in the mix as he has accounted for at least one touchdown running or passing in his last 26 games. The Seahawks are off three straight wins including a Sunday night at New England and Buffalo and Philadelphia at home. With Carolina up next at home where they are 5-0 Seattle might be 'peeking'. Look for the Buccaneers to come hard and pull out the win. Take TAMPA BAY!  

Arizona at Atlanta 1:00 ET

Cardinals (+) over Falcons- If any of you have been around this season you know that I have no regard for Arizona and that I have stated they are a hoax and will never win with Carson Palmer as your leader. That being said after seeing them play last week (we had the winner with the Vikings) a loss where they dominated the play but had a pick-6 at the goal line, a kick return and a flea-flicker go for touchdowns against them. Atlanta seems to be doing the same old time getting off to a quick start and them fading as the season wears on. Matt Ryan is having the best season of his career and it won't be enough today. Take ARIZONA! 

Miami at Los Angeles 4:05 ET

Rams (+) over Dolphins- Man, I've been sitting on this one since last Sunday night. First, I heard good news, 'that Miami was not returning to Florida” but were staying in California for the week. Now, that may seem like a good idea to you but for a football team from the east or south for that matter does not establish a good mindset. Think about it spending a week in the land of 'fruits and nuts' where everything is so laid-back you begin to think about La-La Land. Of course then came the bad news...a rookie starter. That for ions has been a 'kiss-of-death' to bettors. Okay, so Jared Goff gets the start against a team that has won their last fur. But, the Rams can play defense and together will rally around their new leader and pull out the victory! Take LOS ANGELES!

Miami at San Diego 4:05 ET

Dolphins (+) over Chargers- With a new found running game behind Jay Ajayi Miami has

won three straight as they travel cross country to battle San Diego. The Dolphins have yet to post a road victory as all four of their wins came at home as they produced 222, 256 and 137 yards rushing their last three games. San Diego has a running game of their own as Melvin Gordon has 768 yards rushing on the season. This should be a close one and I see the newly inspired Dolphins getting the money. Take MIAMI! 

Green Bay at Tennessee 1:00 ET

Titans (+) over Packers- The Packers have dropped their last two and everybody seems to be piling on Aaron Rogers but when you look at the stats the Green Bay problem shouldn't fall on him. Rogers has 10 TD passes and only one interception. The Packers problem is their running game as they have gone to wide receiver Ty Montgomery as running back due to Eddie Lacy's season ending injury. Injuries are taking their toll as Jared Cook was been sidelined, linebacker Clay Mathews is missing practice and Jordy Nelson has not returned to form after missing last season. Packers missing to much and Titans capitalize. Take TENNESSEE! 

Denver at Oakland 8:30 ET

Raiders over Broncos- Are the Raiders for real? At 6-2 they are tied with the Broncos on top of the AFC West and will be hosting the Super Bowl champs Sunday night. With a perfect 5-0 record on the road Oakland is playing the first of four straight home games with a bye next week with one of their 'home' games in Mexico City against Houston. Denver will be without cornerback Aqib Talib and I'm looking for Derek Carr to exploit that vacancy with Amari Cooper and Michael Crabtree. Take OAKLAND! 

New Orleans at San Francisco 4:05 ET

49ers (+) over Saints- Since dropping their first three games New Orleans has comeback to win three of four going 4-0 ATS and are off a gritty home win over Seattle. The 49ers who won their opener over the Rame 20-0 haven't been competitive since losing six in a row. San Francisco will have the return of Carlo Hyde and he will be needed to control the ball and keep it out of the hands of the league's top-ranking passing offense led by Drew Brees. San Francisco has won three of the last four meetings and will have everybody's favorite Colin Kaepernick under center. Somehow, the Niners get ti done here. Take SAN FRANCISCO!  

Atlanta at Tampa Bay 8:25 ET

Buccaneers (+) over Falcons- This has always been weird one as has had success against Atlanta with Jameis Winston leading Tampa Bay to three straight home wins in this series. These two opened the season against each other as the Buccaneers surprised the Falcons in the Georgia Dome 31-24 as Winston threw for our touchdowns. Atlanta has the No.1 offense in the NFL as Matt Ryan leads the league in yards (2,636) and touchdowns (19). A bit of inside info here as Tampa Bay coach Dirk Koetter in former Falcons offensive coordinator while Mike Smith is a former coach of Atlanta as well. Take the BUCCANEERS! 

Minnesota at Chicago 8:30 ET

Bears (+) over Vikings- Oh Boy! Jay Cutler returns and Bears fans everywhere are shuttering. Minnesota has had eight full days to stew over their first loss of the season last week against the Eagles. Chicago meanwhile just continues to be their miserable selves failing not only to win be even be somewhat respectable (1-6 ) against the points. Most will think that the Vikings will be ready to bounce bad after incurring their first loss of the season last week in Philadelphia but after that loss burst your bubble it is difficult to get 'up.' The Bears have looked so bad and need as professional to show up in this 'Monday Nighter'. Take CHICAGO!

New England at Buffalo 1:00 ET

Bills (+) over Patriots- New England has lost one game so far this season and that was to Buffalo before Tom Brady was re-instated. New England and the rest of Tom's teammates are seeking revenge for that loss inflicted on the Patriots by Buffalo (16-0) in Foxboro the first weekend in October. Brady has been near perfect since his return with eight touchdown passes and no interceptions and has an incredible 25-3 record against Buffalo. The Bills were caught in a look-ahead situation last Sunday as they were pounded by the lowly Dolphins in Miami. This week come they will be ready Sunday. Take BUFFALO! 

New England at Pittsburgh 4:25 ET

Steelers (+) over Patriots- Ya know somethin', we all saw New England go without their starting quarterback and they managed to go 3-1 and even without Tom Brady the 'line' adjustment was nothing like what we are seeing with the Steelers Ben Roethlisberger sidelined. New England is better then a touchdown favorite and it is only the second time in 20 years the Steelers have been dog this big at home. Pittsburgh has won seven in-a-row at home and still have explosive weapons in Antonio Brown and Le'Veon Bell. Steelers suck it up at home after getting pounded in Miami. Take PITTSBURGH! 

Minnesota at Philadelphia 1:00 ET

Eagles (+) over Vikings- Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford can expect a warm friendly greeting when he returns to play against his former club...NOT! Philadelphia fans are not know for their kindness toward athletes even their own but they are exceedingly brutal to visitors especially those with a home town history. Minnesota come to the city of 'Brotherly Love' undefeated putting their laurels on a defense that is beside with injuries. They have already lost their starting quarterback and running back as they have a ground attack that averages only 3.1 yards per attempt. The Eagles have to find a way to fill the void of tackle Lane Johnson who is serving a 10-game suspension as Carson Wentz has been subjected to sacks and pressure since his ban two weeks ago. Still, at home the Eagles soar. Take PHILADELPHIA! 

Buffalo at Miami 1:00

Dolphins at Bills- The Bills have turned their season around after starting 0-2 they have reeled off four straight wins in impressive fashion and are off a 45-15 rout of the Niners last time out. The Dolphins finally played a full 60-minutes against Pittsburgh and posted a much needed 30-15 win. Buffalo will suffer with the LeSean McCoy's hamstring issues and Tyrod Taylor's inconsistent passing. Miami will need to protect Ryan Tannehill who didn't get sacked last week but had 17 in the previous five games. Miami rallies here...take the DOLPHINS! 

Cincinnati at New England 1:00 ET

Bengals (+) over Patriots- A couple of years back Bill Belichick stated 'It's on to Cincinnati' after a crushing 41-14 loss at Kansas City on a Monday night the final week of September. The next week New England went on to smash the Bengals 43-17 who came into Foxboro as a 2.5 point favorite. This time the rolls are reversed as the Patriots are steamrolling opponents and Tom Brady is back as sharp as ever, it is the Bengals that are struggling have supporters now have doubts. I expect an extraordinary effort out of the Cats. Take CINCINNATI! 

Pittsburgh at Miami 1:00 ET

Dolphins (+) over Steelers- Funny how entering the third week of the season I was still hearing acclaims about Miami having played so well, taking Seattle to the final minute before falling 12-10 and almost catching the Patriots losing 31-24. Well, since then they barely defeated Cleveland in overtime before taking consecutive beatings from Cincinnati and Tennessee. Pittsburgh (4-1) looks like the only challenge in the AFC to the Pats after getting ambushed in Philadelphia they went home to destroy Kansas City and the Jets. With New England on deck at home it should be surprising when their mind starts to think ahead. 'Danger Will Robinson danger!' A perfect spot...take MIAMI!  

Denver at San Diego 8:25 ET

Chargers (+) over Broncos- The 1-4 Chargers can easily be 4-1 if they could hold on to leads after the two-minute warning as they have blown three games in the final minutes. Denver who has won nine of the last 10 meetings are off their first loss of the season last week at home to Atlanta 23-16. The Broncos were without starting quarterback Trevor Siemian whose shoulder injury is expected to be better for this encounter is start starting in just his fourth game while head coach Gary Kubiak will be missing due to migraine headaches. Phillip Rivers has been his usual self throwing for 1,469 yards but the Chargers have turned the ball over 11 times third in the NFL. Although Denver has won 10 straight division games on the road the play here is the Chargers. Take SAN DIEGO!

Cincinnati at Dallas 4:25 ET

Cowboys (+) over Bengals- Once again we will be talking about a rookie quarterback that

has taken the NFL by surprise where-as the Cowboys rookie running back and No. 1 draft pick Ezekiel Elliott is getting it done. Cincinnati (always a bridesmaid) has Andy Dalton leading the way first in the AFC in passing yards (1,234) but with Marvin Lewis' approach to offense the Bengals have just four touchdowns. There will be a clash between the Bengals rushing defense which has not allow a touchdown on the ground and the Dallas running game which leads the NFL with eight rushing scores. Power wins and so will DALLAS!

Philadelphia at Detroit 1:00 ET

Lions (+) over Eagles- Boy, do I love this spot. Detroit returns home after getting beat by the previous winless Bears 17-14 and then return home to play an undefeated Eagles squad that has had two weeks to savior their 34-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers. The storyline here surrounds Philadelphia's rookie quarterback Carson Wentz who is off his best games yet throwing for over 300 yards against the Steelers. But, the quarterback they will be speaking about after this one will be Matthew Stafford who lead the Lions to a 45-14 Thanksgiving Day win over these Eagles last year. It happens again. Take DETROIT!

Denver at Tampa Bay 4:05 ET

Buccaneers (+) over Broncos- Denver has been good to 'us' and their backers going 3-0 both straight-up and ATS. Tampa Bay after an opening win over Atlanta has been awful in losses to Carolina and the L.A. Rams. Jameis Winston passed for a career high 405 yards last week and have Charles Sims who had 124 yards from scrimmage last week has filled-in for Doug Martin. The Buc's must take care of the ball better as they are at a minus-6 turnover ratio. A note from my friend tells me defending Super Bowl champs are 0-6 ATS as favorites of less then six points against non-division foes. Take TAMPA BAY!

Detroit at Chicago 1:00 ET

Bears (+) over Lions- Boy, are these the 'Bad News Bears' or what. I do think that Jay Cutler's injury can actually add spark to a team that is still winless and among the worst rushing the ball ranked 30th in the league. Trends here do not favor the Bears who have lost seven of their last eight straight-up and 11 of their last 12 at home. When we see that Detroit has defeated Chicago six straight in this series which is tied at 49-49-1. Matt Stafford threw for 703 yards and seven touchdowns against for Detroit last season against but Bears who are now ready to roar and claw the Lions here. Take CHICAGO!

New York Jets at Cincinnati 4:25 ET

Chiefs (-) over Jets- Boy, I have some strange betting patterns on this game from the moment the line hit. Early is the week the newsletter people where on the Jets with a large number of best bets on New York. New York of course is off their 37-31 thrashing of Buffalo (it wasn't that close) and the Chiefs were getting man-handled 19-12 failing to score a touchdown in Houston. I see Kansas City returning home as Andy Reid goes 5-0 against the Jets. Take KANSAS CITY!

Pittsburgh at Philadelphia 4:25 ET

Eagles (+) over Steelers- Battle of the Keystone State as Philadelphia hosts Pittsburgh in an AFC/NFC matchup. Huge contrast between the quarterbacks with lumbering Steelers veteran Ben Roethlisberger and Eagles rookie Carson Wentz looking to start the career with three straight wins. Philadelphia opened with two wins against mostly like the two worst team in the NFL and now have to deal with a Super Bowl contender. Pittsburgh is off a huge win over division rival Cincinnati and are 1-6 ATS in games following the Bengals. Take PHILADELPHIA! 

Arizona at Buffalo 1:00 ET

Bills (+) over Cardinals- A funny thing happened after the Bills 37-31 loss to the Jets had dropped them to 0-2, they fired offensive coordinator Greg Roman. (guess he's supposed to score at least 38 to give them a chance to win). No problems on defense where Rex Ryan hangs his hat (ranks 22nd) allowing New York 493 yards in last weeks defeat. What going to happen here as the Cardinals come off a 40-7 routing of Tampa Bay creating five turnovers. This is 'Ryan's Last Stand' and the Bills are in a must win situation at home. Arizona is playing their first on the road but are 9-0 ATS in past nine seasons in this spot. So still, it's BUFFALO! 

Green Bay at Minnesota 8:30 ET

Vikings (+) over Packers- It's supposed to be a state-of-the-art building that Minnesota will introduce to the NFL along with a quarterback issue as to who will start for the Vikings recently acquired Sam Bradford or journeyman Shaun Hill. Head coach Mike Zimmer if he know who is starting is keeping it under his hat and is not going to let us know until game time. But know what it won't matter as it will be the Vikings defense that answers the call tonight. Adrian Peterson has had at least one touchdown in his last four games against Green Bay and had just 31 rushing yards in the opener and will come alive in this division tussle. Take MINNESOTA!

New York Giants at Dallas 4:25 ET

Cowboys over Giants- So, it's the start of another Romo-less season for the Cowboys as they have elected to start Rookie Dak Prescott (39-of-50, 7 TD's in Preseason) at quarterbacks and 'pot-head' Ezekiel Elliot at running back. Returning to the line-up for Dallas is wideout Dez Bryant will help keep the offense moving. The Giants were the worst NFL team in total defense last season and so far in the pre-season their offense has been offensive scoring just once in four preseason contests. Dallas should be able to control the ball and therefore the score board. Take the COWBOYS!  

Cincinnati at New York Jets 1:00 ET

Jets (+) over Bengals- The Jets consider themselves a playoff contender and if they are they start winning here at home against their playoff AFC competition. Cincinnati has all the glitz with receiver A.J Green and running back Giovanni Bernard along with Pro-bowl quarterback Andy Dalton. New York will run the ball by committee with Chris Ivery and Matt Forte and has veteran quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick throwing to Brandon Marshall and Eric Decker. At home an important start of the season for the Jets. Take NEW YORK!   

Carolina at Denver 8:30 ET

Broncos (+) over Panthers- My mouth has been 'watering' from the first moment I saw this match-up. It started with the Broncos favored by 3-points and I though that would never hold and I was correct. Carolina is now the favorite and the Super Bowl Champions are the underdogs. The entire free world and most of the oppressed believe that the Panthers will extract revenge. After an off-season search the Broncos settled on the guy the wanted all along at quarterback as Trevor Siemian gets the start with first-round pick Paxton Lynch holding the clipboard while Mark Sanchez is headed for his last round-up in Dallas. Don't be afraid here. Take DENVER!  

Arizona at Carolina 6:40 ET

Cardinals (+) over Panthers- It was before the half while the Panthers were leading 31-0 against the Seahawks that I started to remember how bad Carson Palmer looked in Arizona's 26-20 win defeating the Packers. It was that that time that I realized that I would have the Cardinals and noting has changed my mind since. I did see something that made me smile and that was a quote from Cam Newton and that was 'this is just another game.' Well, if he thinks so, it will be has last game of the season. Whenever I hear a quarterback say that before a 'big' game they get beat. I am so serious about that, he's already easing the pain preparing for a loss mentally. Take ARIZONA!

New England at Denver 3:05 ET

Broncos (+) over Patriots- This is the 17th meetings between these two future Hall of Fame quarterbacks with Tom Brady and the Patriots owning an 11-5 advantage over Peyton Manning including match-ups when he was with the Colts. The media seems to have already buried Manning and have just about handed the win over to New England but I know he feels differently. The Broncos defense is among the best in football and with the Pats non-existent running game Denver might be able to cause Brady problems. Denver is 7-2 at home in AFC title games and the best goes on. Take the BRONCOS!   

NFC Division Playoffs- Sunday 1:05 ET

Seattle at Carolina 1:05 ET

Seahawks (+) over Panthers- It's all gravy now for the Seahawks! Imagine governor Matt Blair actually called a stroke before mid-night to save Seattle from elimination. The last time these two played in Seattle the Panthers over-came a 20-7 fourth quarter deficit for a late 27-23 win that dropped the Seahawks to 2-4 and Carolina to 6-0. This is a battle between the 'new' prototype quarterback who does as much and if not more with his legs than his arm. Cam Newton according to most reports in the MVP and his counterpart Russell Wilson leads the NFC in passing. But, defense has been key to the Seahawks survival as they allowed just 43 points during their six game win streak. This time the veteran savvy and experience will spell the difference. Take SEATTLE

NFC Wild Card

Seattle at Minnesota 1:05

Vikings (+) over Seahawks- The 'Beast Mode' may be back and the Seahawks who destroyed the Vikings 38-7 in Minnesota a five weeks when the only Vikings score came on a kick-off return. But, now there is a different feeling in Minneapolis as they are Division Champions and Seattle is the Wild Card team trying to make it back to the Super Bowl for the third straight season. Minny has had the best point spread record in the NFL this season winning 13 of 16 against the points. This time around it's MINNESOTA! 

Kansas City at Houston

Texans (+) over Chiefs- Kansas City come rolling into Houston having won 10 straight and have a plus 14 turnover advantage. The Texans who post opening day to the Chiefs 27-20 felt behind 21-0 in the second quarter as Brian Hoyer's first pas of the season was intercepted and was eventually benched for the now departed Ryan Mallett in the fourth quarter. Alex Smith has had his best year yet but will be up against a defense that has not allowed a touchdown in the last nine quarters. In a slugfest it looks like the home team to me. Take HOUSTON!

New York Jets at Buffalo 1:00 ET

Bulls (+) over Jets- Last week we used the Jets in this spot as 'out' top-play and we were rewarded as New York over-came a late gaff and won in over time over the Patriots. Rex Ryan who already defeated the Jets in New York on a Thursday night would love nothing better then wreck New York's playoff dreams and will have his penalty leading Bills flying all over the field. The pressure will get to the Jets here as Buffalo already out of the playoffs has nothing to lose. Take the BILLS!  

Cincinnati at Denver 8:30 ET

Bengals (+) over Broncos- I can't believe how so many out there just aren't giving the Bengals a chance in this match-up. Maybe it's because Andy Dalton is down and Cincinnati has to go with A.J. McCarron but are they forgetting that Brock Osweiler has replaced Peyton Manning. To tell you the truth I would rather have McCarron as Osweiler has failed to produce any points in the second half of their last three games. Everybody raves about the Broncos defense but the truth of the matter is that the Bengals have better defensive number and allow less points per game. Denver has dropped their last two and this I believe will complete the 'hat trick.' Take CINCINNATI!  

New York Giants at Minnesota 8:30 ET

Giants (+) over Vikings- This contest with have both superstars from each club sidelined as New York is without Odell Beckham Jr. and Minnesota without Adrian Peterson. Eli Manning has a career high 32 touchdown passes and will miss Beckham but the Viking will suffer more without Peterson as that just adds more pressure on the inconsistent Teddy Bridgewater. There is a chance that Minnesota can already have clinched a playoff spot before they take the field if both Seattle and Atlanta win. The Vikings are 4-20 ATS the week before Green Bay. Take NEW YORK!

New England at New York Jets 1:00 ET

Jets (+) over Patriots- There is no doubt who the best in the AFC East is and that of Course is the Patriots who invade East Rutherford with a chance to clinch home-field throughout the AFC playoffs with a win here Sunday. New England already has a 30-23 win over the Jets in October when Tom Brady threw for 355 yards won for the 22 time in 29 starts against this division rival. New York has won four straight under the leadership of Ryan Fitzpatrick who has thrown for 10 touchdowns during their current winning streak. The Jets who could win out and still not make the playoffs has 'covered' the last five in this series. Take the J-E-T-S!  

Sat. Dec. 26, 8:25

Washington at Philadelphia

Eagles (+) over Redskins- We are all aware that the 7-7 Washington Redskins can clinch the NFC Eastern Division with a win here, but what most don't realize is that with a win here and another win against the Giants next week the Eagles can win out capture the title. These two have played close of late with the last three games being decided by a field goal. Although the Kirk Cousins has emerged with a passer rating about 100 in four straight games high-lighted by last weeks 319 yard and four touchdown performance and a 153.7 quarterback rating there is only one way to go. Eagles quarterback Sam Bradford has his season high of three touchdown passes against the redskins in their last meetings. Somehow...it's PHILADELPHIA!

Detroit at New Orleans 8:30 ET

Lions (+) over Saints- The Lions at 4-9 have shown better then their record after starting 0-5 and losing 7-of-8, while New Orleans even with Drew Brees at his best can't seem to regain their former prominence. These two met last season in Detroit where Matthew Stafford led the Lions with two late touchdowns for a 24-23 non-cover victory. The Saints are coming off a win over Tampa Bay but are one of the worst defensive teams in the NFL. The bad news for Detroit is that New Orleans is 16-1 in Prime-time regular season games. The bad new for them is that they can not stop anybody. Take the LIONS!

Arizona at Philadelphia 8:30 ET

Eagles (+) over Cardinals- Ball should be flying around between these two 'birds' as the Cardinals David Palmer will fling it often with his top-two running back out and the Eagles Sam Bradford is regaining strength and throwing more effectively. Philadelphia who has won their last two is in a three-way tie with the Giants and Redskins for the division lead and their will no Wild Card for any of them. The Eagles rely on turnovers to change games as they are second in the league in take-a-ways behind only the Panthers. Philly has more urgency and will pull out all stops. Take the EAGLES!   

New York Jets at Dallas 8:25 ET

Cowboys (+) over Jets- There has been no bigger fall for a team then the Dallas Cowboys. The fact of the matter is that they 4-9 on the season but are 3-1 with starting quarterback Tony Roma and 1-8 with anybody else. Now, I assure you Romo won't be playing and that doesn't bode well for the #28 offense in the league. The Jets are riding high a 3-game winning streak and are in the playoffs now and if they can win out but are facing a team that has beat them 7-of-10. Dallas who have won three games on the road are just 1-5 straight-up at home and it's time to show the home folk something. Somehow, the Cowboys ground the Jets. Take DALLAS!

New York Giants at Miami 8:30 ET

Dolphins (+) over Giants- If NFL games were 58 minutes and 30 seconds long the Giants would be 10-2 instead of 5-7 but Tom Coughlin along with Eli Manning has had a number of brain lapses that have cost the New York time and again. Last week he turned down a field goal from the six yard line which would have given the Giants a 13-point lead before the Jets rallied to tie the score on the games final play. Miami broke a two-game slump with a 15-13 win over Baltimore and is also 5-7. The Giants have the best receiver in the game with Odell Beckham but are 29th in the league rushing the ball with only three running touchdowns. Look for the Dolphins to survive here. Take MIAMI!  

New England at Houston 8:30 ET

Texans (+) over Patriots- This can't happen can it? Can the New England Patriots after opening to season 10-0 lose three in a row? Oh yes they can! This is the most beat-up team in the league and even though Gronkowski and Julian Edelman may be returning there is little left on the offensive line to protect Tom Brady. The Texans started 1-4 and have battle back to 6-6 and tied for the division lead with the Colts and have the type of defense to handle the Patriots injured attack. Houston is 14-8 in their last 22 as home dogs and have a legitimate chance to win this one outright! Take the TEXANS!   

Dallas at Washington 8:30 ET

Cowboys (+) over Redskins- The first place Redskins are 5-1 straight-up at home and a dreadful 0-5 on the road and play their hated-division rival the Dallas Cowboys. With the Giants losing on Sunday both these team benefited as the Cowboys can still make the playoffs if the close out strong. Matt Cassel will be back to the held for Dallas and even though Washington is 1-12 ATS as home favorites of more then 3-points when playing a sub .500 opponent. Kirk Cousins is still just 7-13 straight-up as a starter and Matt Cassel is 10-3 ATS as a road dog of 7 points or less. Take DALLAS!

Seattle at Minnesota 1:00 ET

Vikings (+) over Seahawks- The Vikings must win here to maintain their lead over the Green Bay Packers in the NFC North as the 'Pack' hold the tie-breaker advantage with their win at Minnesota two weeks ago. The pressure is still on the 6-5 Seahawks as they take to the road where they are just 2-3 on the road and have some huge trends against them as Super Bowl losers are 3-15-2 ATS on the road as pick of favorites facing a non-division opponent. Minnesota has the second best scoring defense in the league and are the NFL's leading rushing team. They are 4-1 at home with their lone loss coming against Green Bay. Take MINNESOTA!  

New York Giants at Washington 1:00 ET

Redskins (+) over Giants- New York has won five straight in this series including a 32-21 win earlier this season. The Giants is last in the NFL passing defense allowing 310 yards per game and signed former Giants wide receiver Hakeen Nicks to replace Victor Cruz how hasn't played a down this season. Washington is 4-1 at home this season having won their last four as hosts. Getting crushed by Carolina last week is no shame from I can see and I expect the redskins to be ready for this one. Take WASHINGTON!  

Cincinnati at Arizona 8:30 ET

Bengals (+) over Cardinals- Well, we all saw it! We all saw what we were waiting for from the Cincinnati Bengals losing as a undefeated double-digit favorite to the Texans without even scoring a touchdown. I know that the Bengals are on a short week off Monday Nights debacle but they are still 7-1-1 ATS and they have been hearing it all week from the media. Meanwhile, Arizona is off a huge division win over the Seahawks which at this point virtually eliminated Seattle. I expect Cincinnati to be loaded for Bear as they say and ground the Cardinals here. Take the BENGALS!   

Carolina at Tennessee 1:00 ET

Titans (+) over Panthers- Undefeated Carolina (8-0) was our 'Top-Rated' Best Bet winner in the NFL last week and this week 'we' are coming against them strong. After defeating Green Bay in their second of back-to-back home games they take to the road in a letdown spot. Tennessee with a new head coach Mike Mularkey come up with an win at New Orleans as Marcus Mariota returned to the lineup and led the way with 378 yards passing and 4 TD's. The Titans good fortune continues this week. Take TENNESSEE!  

New York at Tampa Bay 4:05 ET

Buccaneers (+) over Giants- Here it is! The game we have all been waiting for. The Giants defense has been exposed as they have virtually no pass rush with just nine sacks in eight games as Drew Brees threw for seven touchdowns last week. Jason Pierre Paul might play but can't get a grasp on defense and is not in game shape. Tampa Bay is 4th in rushing believe it or not as Doug Martin goes against a defense that has allowed 428 yards per game. Jamis Winston is progressing and the Bucs will be ready for the imposter Giants. Take TAMPA BAY!   

Green Bay at Carolina 1:00 ET

Panthers (+) over Packers- The Green Bay Packers are off a Sunday night beat-down by the Denver Broncos that we all witnessed as Aaron Rogers passed for just 50 yards. Meanwhile, on Monday night the Panthers build a lead and then let the Colts back in it with three fourth quarter scores until their defense took over and won by a field goal in overtime. The 'public' and odds-makers have over-reacted by making the Packers the favorite here obviously under-rating Carolina's defense. They will find out here it's for real. Take the PANTHERS!   

Indianapolis at Carolina 8:30 ET

Colts (+) over Panthers- The Colts have been one of the more disappointing clubs this season in the NFL as they have posted just three wins in seven contests while Carolina has been the most pleasant of surprises remaining undefeated at 7-0. Cam Newton has silenced his critic while the boo-bird have struck-out on Andrew Luck. In Luck's defense it seems that has been revealed that he has played with cracked ribs as well as an injured shoulder. Indianapolis is last in the NFL in defense allowing an average of 408.6 yards a game. The Panthers are off two huge wins against Seattle and Philadelphia and have won 10 straight regular season games while the Colts have dropped their last two. Fortunes change tonight. Take INDIANAPOLIS!  

Green Bay at Denver 8:30 ET

Broncos (+) over Packers- The two might undefeated NFC and AFC power clash in Denver Sunday night where the Broncos host the Green Bay Packers. Most see this as a 'changing-of-the-guard' at quarterback where Peyton Manning will take a back seat to Aaron Rogers. Its been said that defense wins championships and although this is not a championship contest it will have the atmosphere of a playoff game and the Broncos own the better defense. The Packers top running back Eddie Lacy is hampered with a nagging ankle injury and Denver's dominant defense will come to the forefront. Take the BRONCOS!   

New England at Indianapolis 8:30 ET

Colts (+) over Patriots- I know the history between these two has not be good to Indianapolis as New England is 4-0 ATS in the last four meetings and 9-3-1 ATS in their last 13 meetings in Indianapolis. With the return of Andrew Luck the Colts can return to old form as they are 21-8-1 in their last 30 home games and when looked upon the underdog is 14-6-2 in the last 22 meetings. Former Colts' running back Ahmad Bradshaw has been added to the rooster and will help spell Frank Gore. Take the COLTS! 

Denver at Cleveland 1:00 ET

Browns (+) over Broncos- The Broncos are a perfect 5-0 while managing to score less then two touchdowns per contest as their defense has taken over during Peyton Manning's recession. They lead the league with 22 sacks, 14 turnovers and fewest yards allowed (278) per game while Manning has only six TD passes to go with his seven interceptions. Cleveland has found a passing game of their own as Josh McCown threw for a club-record 457 yards in last weeks 33-30 win over Baltimore. The Browns are actually outscoring the Broncos and have a renewed confidence. Take CLEVELAND! 

Cincinnati at Buffalo 1:00 ET

Bills (+) over Bengals- The Bengals are walking in the clouds after their 17-point fourth quarter comeback win over the Seahawks and are bouncing into Buffalo where the Bills are really not sure who will under center. We know Andy Dalton will start for Cincinnati and he has had three consecutive 300-yard passing games but he will find the going t bit tougher against the Bills defense. Buffalo is 10-2 straight-up and ATS in the last 12 meetings in this series and the Bills are 5-0 ATS at home against the AFC North. Take BUFFALO! 

Atlanta at New Orleans 8:30

Saints (+) over Falcons- The undefeated Atlanta Falcons (5-0) enter the Super Dome with some gaudy trends on their side of the ledger. First, they are 23-7 ATS in New Orleans in their last 30 trips to the Crescent City and the Saints are just 1-6 ATS both on Thursday's and their last seven at home. The difference here is that this time around the home team will be ab underdog. This is evidenced by the fact that Drew Brees is 7-2 in his last nine home starts against the Falcons. This is a great spot for the home club. Take NEW ORLEANS!

Pittsburgh at San Diego 8:30 ET

Steelers (+) over Chargers- A contrast of quarterbacking style could not be more evident then what we will witness tonight in San Diego. The Chargers will have your classic 'pocket' passer in Phillip Rivers who leads the league in just four games with 1,248 yards passing as he threw for 358 yards last week against the Browns. Michael Vick who threw for only 124 yards while replacing Ben Roethlisberger against the Ravens a week ago Thursday should feel more comfortable with Pittsburgh offense as he has had more time (remembering that he signed late during the pre-season) to get a 'feel' for his teammates. This time Pittsburgh coming up big. Take the STEELERS!