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02-11-24 | 49ers -125 v. Chiefs | Top | 22-25 | Loss | -125 | 24 h 24 m | Show |
San Francisco versus Kansas City 6:30 ET 49ers over Chiefs- When it comes to Super Bowls for the most part the public will side with the established or considered better quarterback. There is no question that Patrick Mahomes gets the nod over Brock Purdy. But, it is a fact the Brock Purdy led all NFL quarterbacks in efficiency and actually had more TD’s and passing yards than Mahomes and averaged 9.6 yards per pass attempt while Patrick average just 7.0 yards per pass attempt. The Niners have yet to covered in the post season and still come up the favorite but maybe not by game time. I prefer to lay a small money line price. Take SAN FRANCISCO! |
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01-28-24 | Lions v. 49ers -7 | Top | 31-34 | Loss | -110 | 67 h 57 m | Show |
Detroit at San Francisco 6:30 ET 49ers (-) over Lions- The party’s over...turn out the lights sweet darling. It was a nice run and a good season for Detroit but there will be no Androcles around to remove the thorns that the Niners will inflict on their person. Although Jared Goff has been to this game before and even to the Super Bowl it will not be enough. For the rest of their crew playing in the championship game is fresh and new and when they realize where they are things play out differently. I’ve heard a lot of how the Lions are weak on the rod, well I don’t see it as they were 6-3 SU and 7-2 ATS not too shabby. But, the Lions to a man went over the top with their celebration after defeating Tampa Bay who was pretty much accepted as the worst team to make the playoffs even less regarded than Green Bay the final seed. San Francisco is making their third straight championship game appearance while the Lions their first since 1957. Niners averaged 140 YPG rushing five more yards than Detroit and they held opponents to 89.7 YPG rushing and Shanahan is 2-0 lifetime against the Lions. Brock Purdy struggled in the rain last week but will return to form here. Take SAN FRANCISCO! |
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01-28-24 | Chiefs v. Ravens -3.5 | Top | 17-10 | Loss | -110 | 24 h 7 m | Show |
AFC Championship Kansas City at Baltimore 3:00 ET Chiefs (+-) over Ravens- This should be an encounter worth watching as the Chefs enter their sixth straight AFC Championship game and Baltimore has a chance for the first time since 2012. MVP’s abound as QB Patrick Mahomes has two MVP and Super Bowl rings and Lamar Jackson has one MVP and most likely a second this season. These two great quarterbacks have met four times with Mahomes & co. winning three. The Ravens led the NFL in scoring defense allowing just 16.5 PPG. and Mahomes number have dropped this season from last in passing yards 5,250 to 4183 and in TD passes from 41 to 27 and he had a career high with 14 interceptions. I’ have been reminded all week of Mahomes fantastic record as an underdog (9-1-1 ATS) and of Jackson’s short-comings. Too much overload for me...rake BALTIMORE! |
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01-21-24 | Chiefs +3 v. Bills | 27-24 | Win | 100 | 20 h 31 m | Show | |
Kansas City at Buffalo 6:30 ET Chiefs (+) over Bills- It was week 12 and not many people were going the Bills much of shot to winning the Super Bowl or even the AFC East title. Buffalo had just blown a 17-7 half-time lead to Philadelphia in overtime 37-34 dropping Buffalo to 6-6 trailing Miami by two-and-a-half games. Week 13 they had a bye and regrouped and returned to action in Week 14 and defeated the Chiefs in Kansas City 20-17. The Bills haven’t lost since winning their final five regular season games capturing the AFC East by defeating Miami the final day and won their Wild Card game last week against Pittsburgh. Opening a favorite under three leads me to believe they may struggle here. Patrick Mahomes has never played in road playoff game but he is incredible as an underdog going 11-1 ATS with eight outright wins. Take KANSAS CITY! |
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01-21-24 | Bucs +6.5 v. Lions | Top | 23-31 | Loss | -120 | 16 h 1 m | Show |
Tampa Bay at Detroit 3:00 ET Buccaneers (+) over Lions- You have to admit Tampa Bay is the least likely of the remaining contenders to make it t the Super Bowl. With that being stated it should understood that they will have the most money bet against them especially in Detroit where the ‘Public choice’ Lions dominate (7-2) opponents. Last week my lone Megabucks playoff gaff was when I backed them and a back door score & cover by the Rams (all part of the game) made Monday’s sweep so vital. The Buccaneers were really aggressive offensively as our Megabucks winner Monday pushing Philadelphia around. Baker Mayfield (337 YP) was his usual self and the Buc’s managed to win with defense taking the ball away. If there is any pressure it is on the Lions as the Buccaneers are meshing together a they are as healthy as they have been all season. Take TAMPA BAY! |
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01-20-24 | Packers v. 49ers -9.5 | Top | 21-24 | Loss | -110 | 28 h 9 m | Show |
Green Bay at San Francisco 8:15 ET 49ers (-) over Packers- Who needs Aaron Rodgers...the Packers will find out Saturday night as their Love-in ends. Before I start how good Green Bay and Jordan Love looked against Dallas last week. Good enough for many to believe the Packers have a shot on the money line this week, a thought that never came to mind last week and certainly not here. Remember, that they were playing the Cowboys and they ambushed the cowpokes in their own back yard. Not about to happen this week as the Niners are as healthy as they have been all year and they will not take Love lightly after what we all saw last week. Take SAN FRANCISCO! |
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01-20-24 | Texans v. Ravens -9.5 | 10-34 | Win | 100 | 24 h 57 m | Show | |
Houston at Baltimore 4:30 ET Ravens (-) over Texans- Baltimore got a good study at a team that won just three of 17 games last season when Houston took down Cleveland. Rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud looks like anything but a a raw first timer in the payoffs but it is. Baltimore has what should be the league’s MVP in Lamar Jackson who is healthy and rested for the Texans who have taken it to the road where they were 4-4. One of those losses was a week 1 loss at Baltimore in Stroud’s first NFL start a 25-9 defeat when he threw for 242 yards on 28-of-44 passing. The Ravens had five sacks that day and although the Texans have improved the Ravens are just better and ready to tell them never more! Take BALTIMORE! |
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01-15-24 | Eagles v. Bucs +3 | Top | 9-32 | Win | 100 | 17 h 24 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Tampa Bay 8:15 ET Buccaneers (+) over Eagles- The once high flying Eagles who at 10-1 had already clinched a playoff spot have been grounded for six weeks losing five times. They only defeated the pitiful Giants (who beat them on the final day of the season) and are 0-6-1 ATS in their last seven games overall. I didn’t expect mush out of Philadelphia after they clinched but I never really thought that they would tank this what I saw put of Jalen Hurts was a slower banged of version of the last year’s NFC Champions. Truth be told, I was fully accepting the losses and was looking forward to playing on them when the playoffs began (not even thinking of what the match-up or line would be). Now, Tampa Bay is probably the least respected team in the playoffs even if they won their division and are hosting a wild card game. These two met in Florida week #3 with the visitor winning 25-11 as Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield was inconsistent as he is prone to be. One of the surprising stats that I came across is that the Philly defense is surrendering 357 YPG and is ranked No. 26 (Not what I expected). What troubles me here is that there must be so many more people that were having the same thoughts as the Eagles backers would rather fade the Buc’s. I will take the points here and see if my side can keep it within 3-points. Take TAMPA BAY! |
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01-15-24 | Steelers v. Bills -10 | 17-31 | Win | 100 | 6 h 59 m | Show | |
Pittsburgh at Buffalo 4:30 ET Bills (-) over Steelers- Okay, not for nuthin’ but the total opened 41.5 and was crushed down immediately down to 34.5 and as of Sunday evening was at 33. So, I guess the weather is going to be a factor with the game having to be moved and all and with that understood many feel that taking a plus 10-points would be the way to go as it is not expected for either team to put on an offensive show. Hell, the Steelers can’t do it under perfect conditions and now with this I don’t think they’ll score at all. I don’t see Pittsburgh getting into the end zone more than once, if that! The Bills who have won four straight to capture the AFC East title are coming in under the radar at a time when they happen to be playing their best right now the long NFL season. There is only one way to go for me...take BUFFALO! |
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01-14-24 | Rams v. Lions -3 | Top | 23-24 | Loss | -110 | 20 h 14 m | Show |
Los Angeles Rams at Detroit 8:15 ET Lions (-) over Rams- Story lines abound this match-up between the Rams and Lions as they two clubs will reunite a battle between two quarterbacks that were virtually swapped for each other. Matthew Stafford went from Detroit to Los Angeles and won a Super Bowl while Goff was banished to the Lions form LA and after early struggles lead his club to their first division title since before dirt. The rams have won seven of their last eight games and maybe that is why this line is as low as it is as I expected the NCF North Champ to garner more resect. But, maybe they aren’t supposed to have it as the general public is backing the Rams and driving the price even lower. Goff threw for 4,575 yards and 30 TD passes and is looking to prove Sean McVay made a mistake jettisoning him to Detroit (difficult to do as the Rams won it all with Stafford leading the way). Way too much support for LA while the Lions will roar once again at home. Take DETROIT! |
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01-13-24 | Dolphins v. Chiefs OVER 43.5 | 7-26 | Loss | -110 | 16 h 5 m | Show | |
Miami at Kansas City 8:15 ET Dolphins/Chiefs- OVER- This is unsettling to actually take Miami, the Miami Dolphins whose quarterbacks has never play a game with the temperature below 40 degrees. From Hawaii and having played his college career at Alabama and now playing in Southern Florida Tua Tagovailoa reaction to the Kansas city cold is open to discussion. Most do not believe that the Dolphins can meet the challenge of playing a team with a winning record on the road and overcoming the stigma put on them. I recall last January Miami traveled to Buffalo without Tau in snowy and frigid conditions and gave the Bills all that they could handle. This contest does pit the Fins No. 1 offense 401.3 YPG against the Chiefs No. 2 defense allowing 289.9 YPG. The fact that everything actually points to Kansas City as they rested almost all last week against the hapless chargers while Miami was getting beat up by Buffalo and enter limping onto this fray. Okay here’s the rub with these conditions and all the things that I mentioned the total is way high and is inviting ‘Under’ action and they are getting it. The anti-Christ at work...PLAY OVER! |
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01-13-24 | Browns v. Texans +2.5 | Top | 14-45 | Win | 100 | 18 h 35 m | Show |
Cleveland at Houston 4:30 ET Texans (+) over Browns- So what was the biggest difference between the Houston team that had the least amount of wins last year and the club that is hosting an NFL Wild Card game. My first thoughts run to coaching and DeMeco Ryans and the job he has done or is it the decision to draft CJ Stroud (who they say they would have selected even if Bryce Young was available). Coaching in football has the most impact of any sport and having a quarterback rookie or not that has made it through the season with just five interceptions ,23 TD passes and over 4,000 passing yards. Stroud’s numbers surpass the rookie seasons of most Hall of Fame QB’s and that being known, it is also known that rookie quarterbacks starting their first NFL Playoff game is not a good investment and they are in a fade position. The Cleveland has won four in-a-row and have settled on their QB following a scenario of five different quarterbacks reaching for out to the retired and former Super Bowl winner Joe Flacco who has 15 post-season starts. Browns are 4-1 behind Joe although he has already thrown eight picks but the No. 1 defense has bailed themselves out. Not today. Take HOUSTON! |
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01-07-24 | Bears +3 v. Packers | 9-17 | Loss | -110 | 16 h 14 m | Show | |
Chicago at Green Bay 4:25 ET Bears (+) over Packers- Win and you are in...that is the what the Packers know, nothing else matters, win and you are in. Well, it ain’t that easy. Green Bay has won five of seven and are in the same position as last season only needing a win over Detroit to gain a playoff berth and the Lions ate them and Aaron Rodgers up. Chicago has won four-of-five games and are 0-5 against the Packers when Justin Fields starts. But, the pressure is on the Pack although have the No. 1 pick Fields might be feeling it as well, but a different kind of pressure. He gets his first win as at starter against Green Bay. Take CHICAGO! |
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01-07-24 | Chiefs v. Chargers -3.5 | Top | 13-12 | Loss | -105 | 16 h 27 m | Show |
Kansas City at LA Chargers 4:25 ET Chargers (-) over Chiefs- We are all aware that the Chiefs will be looking to heel some of the walking wounded this week but the question is are the Chargers able to take advantage of the skeleton crew Kansas City puts out on the field. The defending champs are locked into the No. 3 seed win or lose and will be very conservative while LA will be without QB Herbert but trying to end on a positive note after sour season. With one team cares and the other is just going though the motions there is only one side to play...take LA CHARGERS! |
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01-07-24 | Falcons +3 v. Saints | 17-48 | Loss | -105 | 13 h 39 m | Show | |
Atlanta at New Orleans 1:00 ET Falcons (+) over Saints- Both of these clubs are so lucky to be paying in the NFL’s weakest division and even below .500 a team still can win the title. Atlanta and New Orleans need a win but no matter who wins they need Tampa Bay to lose to Carolina. The Saints can claim a wild card spot with a scenario of other teams losses. New Orleans kept alive last week defeating Tampa Bay (blew their chance to clinch) probably playing their best overall game of the season. At the same time Atalanta was a no-show against the Bears. I expect both of them to come toward the center and the over-rated Saints to fall. Take ATLANTA! |
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01-07-24 | Jets +2 v. Patriots | 17-3 | Win | 100 | 12 h 22 m | Show | |
New York Jets at New England 1:00 ET Jets (+) over Patriots- This might be silly as I have to believe that I am like oh-for-300 when dealing with these two bottom feeders who are lucky enough to play each other so that one of them will most likely post a victory. Well, that is of course if you are the Patriots. New England under Bill Belichick has had a mastery over the Jets winning the last 15 meetings and 19 of 20 with the lone defeat coming in overtime. Even when New York outplayed the Patriots they would always find a way to lose the game just like their first meeting this season. Wilson is out for the Jets and yet with the history and playing at home the odds makers believe that Jets have a chance with Siemian at QB against anybody the Pats throw at them. Jets off one of the worst performances and efforts put out against Cleveland last week and if they have any sort of pride as professionals they will come out play to close the season with a win and a better taste in their mouths off one of the most disappointing and nightmarish seasons. Take NEW YORK JETS! |
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01-07-24 | Browns v. Bengals -7.5 | 14-31 | Win | 100 | 12 h 14 m | Show | |
Cleveland at CincinnatI 1:00 ET Bengals (-) over Browns- Cleveland has quite a year from signing quarterbacks for outrageous sums and have a QB with experience and Super Bowl ring and was on a couch a month ago. Well, Flacco will be sitting once again and the Browns will send out their fifth different starting QB in Jeff Driskel and I expect a slew of other to see very little playing time. The Bengals have a number of players with contact incentives and despite last weeks disappointment will be up for the 101st Battle of Ohio. The Bengals are 52-48 and were pounded in the opener but will get even here as the Browns look toward their wild card stint net week. We are laying way too much but I do not believe it will make a difference. Take CINCINNATI! |
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01-06-24 | Texans v. Colts +1.5 | Top | 23-19 | Loss | -110 | 22 h 21 m | Show |
Houston at Indianapolis 8:00 ET Colts (+) over Texans- This encounter has so many variables that it is difficult to sort out what is relevant and what is not. The first and most important factor is that who ever wins here is guaranteed a Wild Card spot in the NFL post-season and the winner could capture the NFL South and wrap up a home game if Jacksonville losses to Carolina. (without Lawrence the Jaguars just -3 on the road). Houston has a slew of injuries to key personnel as sack lead Greenard is out along with their starting tight end and six other starters are with out or questionable. Yet, as long as CJ Stroud is starting at quarterback for the Texans the public will be backing them. In last year’s finale Houston gave away the Number 1 pick by converting a two-point conversion on the games final play to win by 1-point over who?...here it comes...the Colts. This time around even that isn’t good enough. Take INDIANAPOLIS! |
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01-06-24 | Steelers v. Ravens +3 | 17-10 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 48 m | Show | |
Pittsburgh at Baltimore 4:15 ET Ravens (+) over Steelers- Baltimore has clinched the top spot in the playoffs and will have the home field advantage throughout win or lose here. Now, no one expects Lamar Jackson to see any action and with Pittsburgh moving to such a strong favorite many believe that the Ravens will lay down. Let me say this, the Ravens may get beat here not playing their best players but they will not lay down and no matter who is in uniform for the Ravens they will come to play..that is Harbaugh’s mantra. Bitter rivals the Steelers have won six of seven meeting with all games winning margins less than a touchdown. Although they will not lay down Baltimore will be without six starters while the Steelers will be all out every play but are they good enough. Take BALTIMORE! |
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12-31-23 | Packers v. Vikings -115 | 33-10 | Loss | -115 | 24 h 32 m | Show | |
Green Bay at Minnesota 8:20 ET Packers (+) over Vikings- These two 7-8 clubs are in a virtual elimination game as the loser will be out (maybe 2-4% chance) of the hunt while the winner gets to a 50/50 chance to move on. Last week Green Bay was in command with entire game but allowed a pair of late touchdowns by Carolina giving them a back-door cover 33-30. Last Saturday at home Minnesota blew a third quarter led to Detroit and never really in it once the fourth quarter started. Team seem headed in different directions but fortunes change...take MINNESOTA! |
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12-31-23 | Raiders v. Colts -4 | 20-23 | Loss | -110 | 17 h 41 m | Show | |
Las Vegas at Indianapolis 1:00 ET Colts (-) over Raiders- I got this from a guy who says he knows a guy, who knows a guy who said the Colts are going to win...so here we are. Nah, it is a matter of numbers and Las Vegas is full of numbers and odds and they are usually not in your favor. The Raiders are still in the AFC playoff hunt after their Christmas Day upset win at Kansas City (their 1st in over 10 years there) and are 4-3 under interim coach Antonio Pierce. Right now Indianapolis holds the final wild card spot and could put the Raiders fans out of their misery with a win here. After scoring on their first drive of the day in Atlanta last week the Colts were corralled for the remainder of the game and held to a mere field goal. Vegas’ Josh Jacobs is out along with tight end Michael Mayers and a pair of starting offensive lineman are down as well. Rookie Aidan O’Connell doesn’t have enough game experience to overcome those holes. Take INDIANAPOLIS! |
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12-31-23 | Falcons +2.5 v. Bears | 17-37 | Loss | -100 | 17 h 33 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Chicago 1:00 ET Falcons (+) over Bears- last week I used the Falcons as my Major Shocker winner and they to care of business against the visiting Colts. I thought that after that performance Atlanta might attract more attention but the general public seems a bit enamored by the Bears. Maybe it’s the Midway Magic but Chicago who has won three of the last four games has garnered some respect not only from bookmakers but from the ‘players’ alike (gamblers) as well. Chicago has less than a 1% chance to make the playoff and with a high draft pick expected there is added pressure on the inaccurate Justin Fields. He has legs but the Falcons have bigger and strong guys to run the ball and they will. Tylor Heinicke does it again...take ATLANTA! |
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12-31-23 | Dolphins +3.5 v. Ravens | 19-56 | Loss | -115 | 16 h 4 m | Show | |
Miami at Baltimore 1:00 ET Dolphins (+) over Ravens- First thoughts about this match-up was that the Ravens are coming off a huge win as our Prime-time Megabucks winner and i want to fade them this week. Unfortunately, we can’t have everything and although I don’t mind their opponent being Miami who has to travels north. But they are here after winning a big game of their own defeating Dallas 22-20. So, like Baltimore the Dolphins may not be at their emotional peak but they are pros and both clubs are fighting for a home field advantage which the Ravens possess right now. The Dolphins have won the past two meetings in each of the last two years with Tua at the helm.Take MIAMIo |
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12-31-23 | Rams v. Giants +6 | Top | 26-25 | Win | 100 | 19 h 28 m | Show |
Los Angeles Rams at New York Giants 1:00 ET Giants (+) over Rams- Well, Tommy ‘Cutlets’ DeVito’s 15-minutes are up and the Jersey native can always say what was but from here on out he will on the sidelines (if that). The Giants, one of the two disasters that have been playing professional football in New York this year have not quit on the season. Unlike their AFC rival the New York Jets and they are reviving QB Tyrod Taylor who I liken to Geno Smith. Taylor who started at QB in the 2010 Orange Bowl opposite Andrew Luck, has a Super Bowl ring (Baltimore), a Pro Bowl appearance and 13 years under his belt. He was very inconsistent in his early years but has been around long enough to mature into the quarterbacking position and can still be ‘electric’ creating explosive plays. The Giants have not quit and can pull the outright upset win (always take the points) over the Rams. The Rams have been overachievers this season and and have finally caught the eye of the public and it will catch up to them here. Take NEW YORK GIANTS! |
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12-31-23 | Saints +2.5 v. Bucs | Top | 23-13 | Win | 100 | 17 h 50 m | Show |
New Orleans at Tampa Bay 1:00 ET Saints (+) over Buccaneers- I’m hearing quarterback Baker Mayfield has been outstanding controlling the ball and has grown into the position after a number of disappointments. In his sixth season and with his fourth team in the last three years, he currently has the highest QB rating of his career at 96.7 and the Bucs have won four in-a-row. New Orleans is still live in the division but only with a win here and they were defeated soundly by Tampa Bay 26-9 in the Superdome and are looking to extract a turn about here. Saints defense up to the ask as Mayfield under pressure reverts back to form. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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12-30-23 | Lions v. Cowboys -5 | Top | 19-20 | Loss | -110 | 21 h 6 m | Show |
Detroit at Dallas 8:15 ET Cowboys (-) over Lions- There are a couple of key factors that I must consider when viewing this contest. To start although Detroit still has motivation to gain home field and the No. 1 seed they should still be hung-over from celebrating the clinching of the NFC North Division title for the first time in 30 years. Meanwhile, Dallas needs a win in the worst way after getting thumped by Buffalo 31-10 and then last week blew every opportunity to win and finally could not make a stop against Miami in a 22-20 loss. The Cowboys have dominated all opponents at home scoring over 30 points in all seven wins going 6-1 ATS. Take DALLAS! |
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12-28-23 | Jets +8 v. Browns | Top | 20-37 | Loss | -120 | 29 h 22 m | Show |
New York Jets at Cleveland 8:15 ET Jets (+) over Browns- Talk about quarterback issues both of these teams are on their fourth starting quarterbacks and one of them was on a couch in his living room before coming out of a forced retirement. Cleveland has been through Watson, Thompson-Robinson, PJ Walker and now Joe Flacco who has led them to four straight wins and at 10-5 which has them a No. 3 seed in the AFC. The Jets, well, it is sad. They have been through Arron Rodgers (4-plays), Wilson, Tim Boyle (who has been released) and now Trevor Siemian who is in his seventh year and fourth different team in the last three years and his highest completion percentage in any season was 57 and his current QB rating after three games with the Jets is 53.8 with one TD pass and three interceptions. Not very impressive is it. The Browns are 7-1 both SU and ATS at home while the Jets have covered once in six road games. But, I expect both of these AFC rivals to move toward the center with the jets being better and the home team sliding a bit. Siemian led the green slime to 30 points last week against Washington and he can keep this one close as their defense steps up. Take NEW YORK JETS! |
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12-25-23 | Ravens +6.5 v. 49ers | Top | 33-19 | Win | 100 | 20 h 26 m | Show |
Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday's to all... Baltimore at San Francisco 8:20 ET Ravens (+) over 49ers- This could very well be a preview of this years Super Bowl as both these clubs are currently at 11-3 and the No. 1 seeds in their respective conferences. The loser of course still can retain that position by winning their last two games. Baltimore has won five of the last seven meetings but the most recent encounter was four years ago 20-17 at home and of course in the Super Bowl 34-31 in 2012. I imagine the spread is this high based on the MVP potential of Brock Purdy (the favorite in Las Vegas -260) and Christian McCaffrey as well as an offense that leads the NFL averaging 7.0 yards per play. The Ravens have the No. 2 defense overall and this is where the winner will be determined. In a game like this where both teams actually have a chance to win the game I would prefer taking points especially by the underdog here who feels slighted by the odds makers. Take BALTIMORE! |
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12-24-23 | Patriots +7 v. Broncos | Top | 26-23 | Win | 100 | 19 h 54 m | Show |
New England at Denver 8:20 ET Patriots (+) over Broncos- Upon researching the results of past meeting it was found that the last time these two team met was 10 season’s ago when Brady and Manning were leading their respective clubs. There really isn’t to many positive things that can be said about the Patriots and after a slow start by Denver who lost their first three games and surrendered 70 points to Miami before defeating Chicago with a late fourth quarter comeback. New England has had a horrific season going 3-11 SU and (4-10) ATS but have covered two straight including a win over the Steelers. The broncos attack is based on their run game and stopping the run is about the only thing the Pats have had some success doing is stopping the run. Take NEW ENGLAND! |
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12-24-23 | Cowboys +2.5 v. Dolphins | Top | 20-22 | Win | 100 | 16 h 48 m | Show |
Dallas at Miami 4:25 ET Cowboys (+) over Dolphins- There is a rap that going with both of these teams and one of them will prevail to end the knock on them. The talk is that neither of these teams wins against top competition although the Cowboys did a job on Philadelphia who is fading fast two weeks ago and then were punished by Buffalo last week. Miami shut out (30-0) the hapless Jets last week and the gap between that New York team and Dallas is huge. The Dolphins could just get man-handled by the Dallas interior and I look for one eam to rebound and the other to slide back. Take DALLAS! |
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12-24-23 | Packers v. Panthers +4 | 33-30 | Win | 100 | 13 h 49 m | Show | |
Green Bay at Carolina 1:00 ET Panthers (+) over Packers- Stop the presses the Panthers won a game last week against Atlanta and didn’t even score a touchdown as three field goals did the trick in a 9-7 win. Green Bay (6-8) is in a similar situation as this contest is vital for their playoff hopes and the pressure is all on them.Opening line was bout six but the ‘sharps’ in Vegas have knocked it down to where it is now. Packers are struggling and have dropped their last two against the Giants and Buccaneers. Jordan Love numbers can make up for a lack of a running game for the Pack. Take CAROLINA! |
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12-24-23 | Lions v. Vikings +3 | 30-24 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 13 m | Show | |
Detroit at Minnesota 1:00 ET Vikings (+) over Lions- Detroit needs one more win to clinch their first division title in 30 years and have three game to do it. Two of those games will be against 2nd place Minnesota who will be starting Nick Mullins who threw for 303 yards in last weeks overtime loss at Cincinnati will be making his second star in place of Joshua Dobbs who was shutout by the Raiders and Mullins replaced him in the 3-0 win. The Vikings found a running game last week as Ty Chandler ran for 132 yards. The Lions are not the same club when out of their den. Take MINNESOTA! |
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12-24-23 | Colts v. Falcons -3 | 10-29 | Win | 100 | 12 h 54 m | Show | |
Indianapolis at Atlanta 1:00 ET Falcons (-) over Colts- Atlanta was tied for the division lead prior to their losses to Tampa Bay and Carolina last week scoring on two field goals. Coach Arthur Smith will be making his tird quarterback change of the season going back to Taylor Heinke in an effort to save his job which is fading fast. The Colts beat up the Steelers last week as Gardner Minshew is now 6-4 as a starter. Indianapolis has won 15 of 17 meetings all-time with the last win coming over four years ago. There is some kind of insurrection happening with the Colts as a pair (that’s two) players were suspended this week for action detrimental to the team. Take ATLANTA |
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12-23-23 | Bills v. Chargers +13 | 24-22 | Win | 100 | 33 h 22 m | Show | |
Buffalo at LA Chargers 8:15 ET Chargers (+) over Bills- Buffalo is hot and Los Angeles is not (except to the sky is falling crew). The Bills have responded after having their backs to the wall and facing playoff elimination with huge wins at Kansas City and over Dallas. The beat goes on for the Chargers who have lost five of six with their lone win coming over New England. Los Angeles was bounce from post season possibilities after the former LA team the Raiders trounced them 63-21 at Las Vegas. But, with Staley being fired and the Bills being who they are I expect a letdown from the visitor and a game played hard by a team humiliated in their last outing. Take LA CHARGERS! |
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12-23-23 | Bengals v. Steelers +3 | 11-34 | Win | 100 | 30 h 53 m | Show | |
Cincinnati at Pittsburgh 7:30 ET Steelers (+) over Bengals- The last time these two met four weeks ago as the Steelers a -2.5 point favorite defeated Cincinnati 16-10 in Jake Browning first professional start. That was the last time Pittsburgh tasted victory as the have dropped three straight to the Cardinals, Patriots and Colts. Since that meeting the Bengals more in the opposite direction winning three straight as Browning has produced 95 points on offense in three games (a much higher scoring rate than did the hurting Burrow). The Steelers played their first 11 games going 7-4 and was behind the chains in every game being out-gained by every opponent in total yards. The reeling men of steel with go with Mason Rudolph as Tomlin is become more desperate. Somehow, it happens again...take PITTSBURGH! |
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12-21-23 | Saints +4 v. Rams | Top | 22-30 | Loss | -105 | 21 h 12 m | Show |
New Orleans at LA Rams 8:15 ET Saints (+) over Rams- Holy moly, hold on a second now...the Rams are currently in the NFC’s final wild card spot, this team predicted to win no more than five games. I must give Sean McVay credit for what he has done with a club that sold out to get to the Super Bowl is recovering nicely. For New Orleans iit s the same old story, they have covered just four of fourteen games (too much Cajun money) but they are still in the NFC hunt and are tied in the NFL South at 7-7. The Rams are near the top in Red Zone efficiency scoring 50% while while the Saints were at the bottom but of red zone TD % until making good on nine of their last 10 opportunities. Both clubs off wins over cream puffs and won easily. This time it comes down to the final gun...take NEW ORLEANS! |
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12-18-23 | Eagles v. Seahawks +3.5 | 17-20 | Win | 100 | 9 h 36 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Seattle 8:15 ET Seahawks (+) over Eagles- From what I am hearing the eagles need this game badly and will be ready to play (shouldn’t they be ready to play every week). I have no doubt that Philadelphia is better than Seattle and that man-to-man the ‘push-tush’ crew would probably get the best of this club 7-of-10 times. But, Pete Carroll who I am critical of more often than not knows how to get his team ready especially in these National TV Prime-time contests. But, Seattle enters this fray on a four-game losing streak twice as many as tonight’s opponent but can put themselves back into the playoff scenario. Hey how ‘bout dis the Sea-birds have won eight straight meetings with the last in a November game in 2020. Okay, one last thing is that I just don’t see Jalen Hurts running the same way he has in the past. It just looks (to me) like when he is running the ball he surrenders himself more easily and quits on the play. Take SEATTLE! |
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12-17-23 | Ravens v. Jaguars +3.5 | Top | 23-7 | Loss | -115 | 18 h 49 m | Show |
Baltimore at Jacksonville 8:20 ET Jaguars (+) over Ravens- It is amazing what transpires during the NFL season. Two weeks ago Jacksonville was siting atop the AFC with a chance to position them selves as the No. 1 seed for the playoffs. Baltimore currently leads the AFC race with a one-game lead over Miami and they can actually clinch a playoff spot with a win here and a number of other NFL happenings. Although they haven’t looked good in losing their last two games against Cincinnati and Cleveland they lost by a combined seven points with a hobbled Trevor Lawrence. Jags 6-1 ATS in the last seven meetings. Take JACKSONVILLE! |
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12-17-23 | Cowboys v. Bills -124 | Top | 10-31 | Win | 100 | 14 h 51 m | Show |
Dallas at Buffalo 4:25 ET Bills over Cowboys- The ‘Boys will be boys’ still holds true to me when thinking about this Cowboys squad. Granted aside from the Niners Dallas has by far been the most impressive club scoring a leading 421 points. They have won five straight and 7-of-8 and enter Buffalo off a huge division win over Philadelphia and they are in a perfect spot to get ambushed. To start with Buffalo in December is not always pleasant and it is something the desperate Bills are accustomed to playing in these conditions. After losing by three points to the Eagles (out-played them) Buffalo responded with a win (however fortunate) over Kansas City. Don’t count them out...take BUFFALO! |
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12-17-23 | Giants v. Saints -4.5 | 6-24 | Win | 100 | 10 h 25 m | Show | |
New York Giants at New Orleans 1:00 ET Saints (-) over Giants- Tommy ‘Shoeshine’ Devito has captures the media’s fancy as he has shown the moxie needed to survive in the NFL at quarterback. Still, living at home with his parents and brothers and sisters Tommy is about to be berated by the Bayou’s best hecklers and having growing up in New Jersey that should not affect him. What will affect him is the NFL defenses which will adjust to his look up and run style of quarterbacking. Lets face it DeVito in New York is like Linsanity which happened to the Knicks when Jeremy Lin burst onto the scene and although he lasted nine years in the NBA Lin was for the most part was a flash-in-the pan and never attained the true stardom after his inauspicious debut. Saints laying in wait for this rookie and will take care of business here. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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12-17-23 | Falcons v. Panthers +3 | 7-9 | Win | 100 | 10 h 21 m | Show | |
Atlanta at Carolina 1:00 ET Panthers (+) over Falcons- By all accounts the Carolina Panthers are still holding try-outs as the only thing they have left this season after firing their head coach and be the only NFC team eliminated from the playoff is to evaluate whoever is playing for their future. Atlanta is at 6-7 and still fighting for a playoff spot and must win the division to qualify for the postseason and they trail Tampa Bay by one-game after falling to them 29-25 last week. The Falcons won the fist meeting between these two on opening day 24-10 a game in which the Panthers held Atlanta to just 221 total yards but were victimized by a pair of Bryce Young interceptions. He struggled against the Saints last week and I expect that experience will make him better because even though he’s playing with the worst them in the NFL his performance to date has been very disappointing. Take CAROLINA! |
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12-17-23 | Chiefs v. Patriots +8.5 | 27-17 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 19 m | Show | |
Kansas City at New England 1:00 ET Patriots (+) over Chiefs- Has the crest that the Chiefs have been riding starting to wane as the defending Super Bowl Champions have dropped three of four and four of six after winning five straight. Kansas City was beyond distraught when officials calls didn’t go their way and they were upset both on and off the field to the point of junior high levels of maturity. The Patriots on the other and have start their run...to where? Is Belichick sticking around to get the most wins record, does Mac Jones have a future here if anywhere and will Robert Kraft make management moves. I tink to Chiefs have lost a bit, be it confidence, their bravado or their mindset which gave them that extra edge they had entering a game. Maybe it we shall say a cockiness. Anyway. be it Zappe of Jones it’s then Pats. Take NEW ENGLAND! |
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12-16-23 | Broncos v. Lions -4.5 | 17-42 | Win | 100 | 19 h 7 m | Show | |
Denver at Detroit 8:15 ET Lions (+) over Broncos- Is this real? Does Sean Patton actually make this much of a difference in a team...as Denver started 1-5 including surrendering 70 points in a loss at Miami and then reels off six straight wins until a goal line failure two weeks ago at Houston. But, they had the Chargers to beat-up last Sunday and Russell Wilson is a different player than a year ago or even go back three seasons but his short passing game will not be able to stay with Detroit’s explosive offense. Mile High guys have the easier remaining schedule in the AFC but falter here. Look and listen for the Lions roar as they stampede the Broncos. Take DETROIT! |
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12-16-23 | Steelers +2 v. Colts | Top | 13-30 | Loss | -110 | 16 h 32 m | Show |
Pittsburgh at Indianapolis 4:30 ET Steelers (+) over Colts- Has what we have been saying about Pittsburgh all alone coming to fruition and that they just really not all that good. Despite the Steelers winning record that had been out-gained by opponents in each of their first 10 games. Once again a pair of 7-6 clubs fighting for a post season berth and with so many teams hanging at this level the final playoff spots with most likely be earned through tie-breakers. Indy’s Jonathan Taylor is questionable and even if he ays his effectiveness is in question. 21-6 advantage an have woo eight streak series \.Mitch Trubisky gets the start for the ‘Men of Steel’ and he will protect the ball better than Kenny ‘You’ Pickett. Take PITTSBURGH! |
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12-16-23 | Vikings +3.5 v. Bengals | 24-27 | Win | 100 | 12 h 3 m | Show | |
Minnesota at Cincinnati 10:00 ET Vikings (+) over Bengals- Quarterback central most has seen its most active hub working with both these clubs. Minnesota of course lost Kirk Cousins early and have scrambled using Jaren Hall for one game and then signed Joaha Dobbs (5-games) and now it’s to veteran Nick Mullins who has started 25 games in his seven year career. Cincinnati of course started with Joe Burrow and oh my he’s hurt and AJ McCarron couldn’t get it done and so they are returning to Jake Browning for rest of the season. Both teams have seven wins and a victory here will enhance their path to the playoffs and experience will be a huge factor in the final push and Mullins has played in the post season with the 49ers and that experience may be the difference. Take MINNESOTA! |
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12-14-23 | Chargers +3.5 v. Raiders | Top | 21-63 | Loss | -120 | 21 h 56 m | Show |
LA Chargers at Las Vegas 8:15 ET Chargers (+) over Raiders- This contest between two of the more disappointing teams this season in a year that the overall level of play and officiating has left much to be desired Not, just this two but the overall play although these two are at the bottom of the cure. For Los Angeles (It is easier to write than say, I’m still labeling the Chargers, ‘San Diego’ in speech) having no Justin Herbert means exactly what? I wonder if it will make a difference in the final analysis because Herbert puts up great numbers time and again but rarely wins. So, who is his replacement Why it is Easton Stick who has thrown one pass in his five-year NFL career, but was he was 49-3 as a starter at North Dakota State. Las Vegas is coming off a shutout 3-0 loss to the Vikings and is considering a move off of rookie QB Aiden O’Connell who in six starts had four TD passes and seven interceptions and a QB rating of 58.3 on the season. Take CHARGERS! |
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12-11-23 | Packers v. Giants +6 | Top | 22-24 | Win | 100 | 19 h 27 m | Show |
Green Bay at N.Y. Giants 8:15 ET Giants (+) over Packers- Watch out homespun Tommy DeVito has the throngs of Giants fans rooting with hope and the Pack is back in Love. Green Bay has won their last three moving into the 7th seed while New York was about to quit on the season until DeVito’s gave them a spark which has given them life. Although sacked 22% of drop-backs he stands tall in the pocket and take the hit. Take NEW YORK FOOTBALL GIANTS! |
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12-10-23 | Eagles v. Cowboys -3.5 | Top | 13-33 | Win | 100 | 24 h 52 m | Show |
Philadelphia (10-2) at Dallas (9-3) 5:20 PM ET Line: Cowboys -3.5 (52.5) Analysis: Philly just doesn’t pass the eye test as they did last season and Dallas with or with their coach has been a juggernaut at home going 6-0 and averaging 41 points. The Eagles won the first meeting 28-23 while the Cowboys appeared to out-play them but failed to execute when needed most. This is a strong number in my eyes which see the Eagles wings getting clipped. Both teams were destroyed by the 49er’s but Philly will have a tougher time recovering after last weeks beating. Dallas 33-24 |
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12-10-23 | Bills +1 v. Chiefs | 20-17 | Win | 100 | 20 h 18 m | Show | |
Buffalo (6-6) at Kansas City (8-4) 1:25 PM PT Line: Chiefs -1.5 (47.5) (Way Bogus line) Analysis: Now, let me think...Super Champs at home less than a FG favorite against big-time underachievers has me hating my side. The Chiefs have yet to put it into high gear as they has yet to play their best football. K.C. leads the AFC West while Buffalo trails Miami by three games in the AFC East and is on the outside looking in for the playoffs right now. There is all kinds of noise surrounding this the Bills and it is not good. But, with this ‘price’ I see the desperate Bills...BUFFALO 34-30! |
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12-10-23 | Broncos v. Chargers -2.5 | Top | 24-7 | Loss | -105 | 21 h 33 m | Show |
Denver (6-6) at L.A Chargers (5-7) PM 1:25 PT Line: Chargers -2.5 (43.5) Analysis: Well, according to ‘Hoyle’ the way to win with the Chargers is take them when getting points on the road and play against them as home favorites. Denver’s win streak ended as Russell Wilson turned it over in the end zone in the final seconds. Wilson had his mini run but I expect that the difference between him and Justin Herbert will be obvious to all by this one’s end. Chargers still alive after stirring 6-0 win over Patriots and move one step closer today. LA CHARGERS 33-23 |
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12-10-23 | Texans v. Jets +3.5 | 6-30 | Win | 100 | 17 h 44 m | Show | |
Houston (7-5) at New York Jets (4-8) 10:00 AM PT Line: Texans -6.5 (32.5) Analysis: I heard the the Jets placed an ad in the Village Voice offering tryouts for anyone that could throw a football 50 yards...nah they settled for 30. It has been said that ‘the more things change their more they stay the same’...Zach Wilson is starting once again for the grounded Jets. With the worse recorded offense in modern NFL history it is difficult to see the Jets even with Rodgers going to Super Bowl. NEW YORK JETS 16-13 |
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12-10-23 | Lions v. Bears +3.5 | 13-28 | Win | 100 | 16 h 25 m | Show | |
Detroit (9-3) at Chicago (4-8) 10:00 AM PT Line: Lions -3 (43) Analysis: Wind may be a factor but which team does it hurt or help. One thing for sure is that it does affect the totals with the most staying ‘under’ the majority of the time. Detroit is looking to outscore you with the No. 2 offense 401 YPG while Bears want to control the ball. In Nov. Chicago ran for 183 yards and held Lions 100 yards below their game average. DETROIT 20-19 |
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12-07-23 | Patriots v. Steelers -5 | 21-18 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 8 m | Show | |
New England at Pittsburgh 8:15 ET Patriots (+) over Steelers- Oh this one is easy...nothing ever is and I never take any game for granted until the ‘Fat-Lady’ sings or the final gun (when’s the last time that was ever done?). But, think about it, Pittsburgh has been clutch and won at every turn when the game was in the balance. Unlike the New England who has blown every opportunity they have had to win or even cover starting with their opening loss to Philadelphia. In that game they failed to score six times from the red zone and every game seemed to follow the same type of script. Mac Jones will be back at QB and he has 10 TDs and 12 Ints and has been yanked from games three times this season in 11 starts. Tonight, it is Mitch Trubisky at QB for the Steelers who started in a 17- 14 loss against the Patriots last September going 21-33 for 168 yards with 1 TD and 1 Int. Take PITTSBURGH! |
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12-04-23 | Bengals +10 v. Jaguars | Top | 34-31 | Win | 100 | 20 h 26 m | Show |
Cincinnati at Jacksonville 8:15 ET Bengals (+) over Jaguars- I believe that there has been a general over reaction to both of these team because of their recent play. So, trending to the negative are the Bengals and becoming the public’s choice the Jacksonville stock has never been higher. Cincinnati has dropped three straight while the Jaguars have won seven of eight and their only loss was to San Francisco. Jags QB Trevor Lawrence has better command of the offense now to go with his talents as he is learning how to win. Win...that is something the Bengals don’t understand for certain situations. What I say here is the truth and it is why I like them (Go figure). Here it is and this won’t be easy to swallow. The Bengals have lost nine straight Monday night road games (their last win came on Oct. 22, 1990 (that’s Oct. 22, 1990) and there is more, they have lost 15 straight prime-time road games and lastly they have lost 26 of 27 night road games. When you put it all together it seems that the Bengals don’t stand a chance and maybe they don’t but, when people have buried a team and assume they are done, that they have quit, that they are finished...that’s when amazing things start to happen. These guys are pro’s and after their inept offensive performance at Pittsburgh picking up only 10 first downs and gaining just 25 yards rushing i expect personal pride to rise up and for them to go toe-to-toe with the home club. Jake Browning gets his second start for the two-time defending division champs. Somehow, the money goes to CINCINNATI! |
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12-03-23 | Chiefs v. Packers +6 | Top | 19-27 | Win | 100 | 21 h 36 m | Show |
Kansas City at Green Bay 8:20 ET Packers (+) over Chiefs- The Chiefs have split their last four games and for the most part are just trodden along until the playoff when they will be primed for action. The first time these two met for real was Super Bowl I where the Green Bay who easily 35-10. Bart Starr was the Packers leader and today it is all Love...Jordan Love who has improved weekly leading the Pack to three wins in their last four games after starting 2-5. Green Bay is 3-2 at home and have incentive as they are now in the Wild Card chase. Take GREEN BAY! |
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12-03-23 | Chargers v. Patriots +5.5 | 6-0 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 47 m | Show | |
LA Chargers at New England 1:00 ET Patriots (+) over Chargers- This is without a doubt the sickest game of the entire season as both of these clubs do nothing more than burn their backers money...up in smoke. The Chargers who always seem to be one of the public’s favorite team to wager on have ‘covered’ the number just three times in 11 games while New England with the GOAT (?) as their head coach have managed to capture the cash just twice in their 11 tussles. The Patriots has lost seven of eight games and Belichick has yanked QB Mac Jones out of games four times this season and replace him with Bailey Zappe who turns out was even worse when he played. The GOAT hasn’t named his starter this week but Zappe has taken the majority of snaps during the week. But the Chargers are 1-0 SU in their last 11 meetings with the Pats and it figures if they win here they will still come in under the number. Take NEW ENGLAND! |
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12-03-23 | Broncos v. Texans -3 | 17-22 | Win | 100 | 13 h 39 m | Show | |
Denver at Houston 1:00 ET Texans (-) over Broncos- Does anyone remember the third week of the season when Denver played their first road game in Miami...I do they gave up 70 points and are now embarking on a three game span where it will be a month before they return to Mile High. The Broncos have won five straight and the general public has taken a fancy to them and with Houston losing last time out to Jacksonville they look to rebound here playing their third straight home game. Denver shut down the one-dimensional Browns last week but defending C.J. Stroud is a whole ‘nother ballgame. Take HOUSTON! |
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12-03-23 | Falcons v. Jets +2 | 13-8 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 31 m | Show | |
Atlanta at New York Jets 1:00 ET Jets (+) over Falcons- We keep hearing about the jets defense and that is is elite but, I don’t by it as they have failed to make big stops when needed this season. Their offense (what offense) virtually does not exist as they have more issues than quarterbacking. Atlanta has their own QB issues and their defense although stout at times really isn’t as strong as New York. Desmond Ridder has been benched twice already this season and the Jets defense can not wait to pound him and force miscues. The Jets defense will be the key...take NEW YORK JETS! |
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12-03-23 | Dolphins v. Commanders +10 | 45-15 | Loss | -125 | 12 h 23 m | Show | |
Miami at Washington 1:00 ET *Commanders (+) over Dolphins- Oh gosh, Miami is back at it and have won their last two against the Raiders and Jets on ‘Black Friday’ as they lead the AFC East this late in the season for the first time since 2008. Washington on the other hand should think about changing their level of play rather than their name or owners. The former ‘Skins have dropped three straight and were blown out by Dallas on Thanksgiving after falling to the lowly Giants at home. But, they can move the ball with Sam Howell who leads the NFL in completions and passing yards. Miami defense still has questions that need to be addressed and the Commies will be able with Howell be to exposed their weakness. Take WASHINGTON! |
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12-03-23 | Lions v. Saints +4.5 | Top | 33-28 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 56 m | Show |
Detroit at New Orleans 1:00 ET Saints (+) over Lions- The roar has become a whimper out of the Lions last week as they lost for the seven straight Thanksgiving day, this time to the Packers. Detroit still leads their division by three games and face the Saints who are also in first place in their division despite their 5-6 record as they play in a division 2here no team finished at .500. Head-to-head New Orleans has won six of the past nine meetings but have dropped two straight on the road on Atlanta and Minnesota and return to the Super Dome (? new name) for the first time in a month. Cajun cooking gets the Saints ready here. Take NEW ORLEANS! |
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11-30-23 | Seahawks +9.5 v. Cowboys | Top | 35-41 | Win | 100 | 44 h 53 m | Show |
Seattle at Dallas 8:15 ET Seahawks (+) over Cowboys- These two NFC clubs are moving on opposite directions as Dallas is picking up momentum and has been destroying visiting teams while the Seahawks have dropped their last two and three of four. In the last meeting in September 2020 Seattle won and covered at home and has covered the last four meetings with the squads goes 5-5 in their last 10 SU. The Cowboys have been perfect at home going 5-0 both SU and ATS with an average score of 41-12 with the least amount of points scored in their home opener against the NY Jets when they managed only 30 points. Seattle blew a game late to the Rams and were out classed at home by San Francisco on Thanksgiving (‘Turkey’ selection loser). The Seahawks are really nothing more than a midland club that ranks in the lower third of both offensive and defensive categories. But, somehow Pete Carroll (oh, so over-rated!) and Geno Smith will be at their best for this nation audience. Take SEATTLE! |
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11-27-23 | Bears +3 v. Vikings | 12-10 | Win | 100 | 9 h 19 m | Show | |
Chicago at Minnesota 8:15 ET Bears (+) over Vikings- Minnesota is quite the story this season as they started the year winning one of their first five and then ripped off a five straight wins before their loss at Denver last Sunday night. The factors that must be considered are that the NFL’s best receiver Justin Jefferson is out and so is QB Kirk Cousins. Chicago has a receiver to brag about as their best catch-man is D.J. Moore who is about to cross the 1,000 yard mark for they fourth straight season and QB Justin Fields has returned. The Vikings are now going with Joshua Dobbs at quarterback as his inexperience is beginning to show. Take CHICAGO! |
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11-26-23 | Ravens v. Chargers +3 | Top | 20-10 | Loss | -105 | 23 h 1 m | Show |
Baltimore at LA Chargers 8:20 ET Chargers (+) over Ravens- Los Angeles of course will do what is the least that is expected from them and at 4-6 most should expect them to fall to the current top seed in the AFC. Baltimore is 8-3 and have won five of six while the Chargers have lost five games by 3-points or less. The Ravens will be shorthanded without tight end Mark Andrews who is Lamar Jackson’s favorite target. LA has dropped their last two games to Detroit and Green Bay and at No. 13 in the AFC need this game more than the Ravens. LA coach Brandon Staley is on the hot seat and this game may determine just when he will be let go. Take LA CHARGES! |
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11-26-23 | Bills +3 v. Eagles | 34-37 | Push | 0 | 18 h 6 m | Show | |
Buffalo at Philadelphia 4:25 ET Bills (+) over Eagles- If the Bills follow the script they will come up big and 3ither win outright or at least ‘cover’ the number against Philadelphia in a perfect spot for an upset. The Eagles were very fortunate to defeat Super Bowl Champion Chiefs and they were elated to gain a measure of revenge off their Super Bowl loss to KC. Now, after that satisfying win the have the under-achieving Buffalo Bills who have lost their luster. But, the Eagles have a huge NFC battle next week with San Francisco and can’t help but have them on their minds after seeing what they did on Thanksgiving. Thee Bills will have to be ready and catch Philly a bit flat. Take BUFFALO! |
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11-26-23 | Patriots -4 v. Giants | 7-10 | Loss | -110 | 16 h 31 m | Show | |
New England at New York Giants 1:00 ET Patriots (-) over Giants- Unless you have lived in New York and have experienced what it is like to have the media loving (Derek Jeter) or hating you (Zach Wilson) with an intense onslaught of emotion from all sides 24/7. Right now Tommy DeVito is the toast of the town as the loyal Giants fan wishing they would tank yo get a higher draft pick see Tommy-boy get sacked six times in the first quarter and nine times for the game get off his back and throw three TD’s and for 300 yards leading New York to a win over Washington. New England on the other hand may play all three roster quarterbacks as his disgust with Mac Jones is grown thin and the others are not even near his professional level so you know how bad their situation is. The Patriots have won just twice and the Giants three times yet the are favored in New York and it makes no sense other than the fact the Belichick’s defenses eats rookie quarterbacks alive...take NEW ENGLAND! |
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11-26-23 | Saints v. Falcons +2.5 | 15-24 | Win | 100 | 15 h 40 m | Show | |
New Orleans at Atlanta 1:00 ET Falcons (+) over Saints- New Orleans is 5-5 and leads the NFC South by a game over the 4-6 Falcons who are laying in wait after a bye week. Saints quarterback Derek Carr is in concussion protocol but take part in practice on Wednesday. Atlanta has decided to return to Desmond Ridder at QB who is 4-4 as a starter and has been told he will remain the starter the rest of the season. The Saints have won six of the past seven meeting but the Falcons are 3-1 ATS in the last four. Smith has finally put his No. 1 draft pick to work as carried the ball a season high 22 times last time out against Arizona, more of the same will work here. Take ATLANTA! |
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11-26-23 | Steelers v. Bengals +2.5 | Top | 16-10 | Loss | -110 | 15 h 21 m | Show |
Pittsburgh at Cincinnati 1:00 ET Bengals (+) over Steelers- Got to love it...we played against Cincinnati at Baltimore and they lost more than the game as Joe ‘Cool’ Burrow was removed from the game for the rest of the season. Pittsburgh with their defense (they have no offense) has won six of 10 games and yet has been out-gained yardage wise in all 10 encounters. The surprising fact is the Steelers are ranked No. 27 in total defense and this could be the week it all catches up with them. The Bengals have won 4-of-5 meetings with the Pitt with the win coming by 3-points in overtime. Jake Browning is stepping into the leading role and the Bengals have confidence in his ability as a QB and I guess they should know. Take CINCINNATI! |
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11-24-23 | Dolphins v. Jets +10 | 34-13 | Loss | -125 | 28 h 50 m | Show | |
Miami at New York Jets 12:00 ET Jets (+) over Dolphins- All of New York has quit on Zach Wilson and the Jets as their dreams of being Super Bowl contenders went south four plays into their season when Aaron Rodgers went down for the year in their opener against Buffalo. New York has about given up on third year QB Wilson and are going with Tim Boyle at QB and the 29-year old has not been very impressive in his NFL career throwing nine interceptions with three touchdown passes in 120 attempts. The Jets to a man could care less about Boyle’s past performances they are happy it is anyone else but Wilson directing the offense. With a gleam of hope the Jets surprise here. Take NEW YORK! |
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11-23-23 | 49ers v. Seahawks +9 | Top | 31-13 | Loss | -120 | 28 h 1 m | Show |
San Francisco at Seattle 8:15 ET Seahawks (+) over 49ers- Certainly, the key factor surrounding this game is not just the availability of QB Geno Smith and effectiveness. As good as he has been throughout his coaching career Pete Carroll still loses more time with his in-game decisions. Now, coming off a loss to the Rams that never show have happened they host the Niners who are on a roll. But, `one thing that is certain in the NFL is that you-never really now until the dealing is done (excuse me Kenny). Brock Purdy who many had already written off as a fluke leads the NFL in passer rating at 115.1 completion rate 70.2% and yards per attempt with 9.7 yards. Still, he is Mr. Irrelevant and falls short here. Take SEATTLE! |
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11-20-23 | Eagles +3 v. Chiefs | Top | 21-17 | Win | 100 | 10 h 44 m | Show |
Philadelphia at Kansas City 8:15 ET Eagles (+) over Chiefs- The Eagles (8-1) sport the best record in the NFL. The Chiefs (7-2) have the best record in the AFC and have swept the last four meetings, including 38-35 in Super Bowl LVII on Feb. 12. Both teams are coming off bye weeks. Andy Reid is the winningest head coach in the history of both franchises. Jalen Hurts is in the MVP race again this season as he has completed a career-high 68.9 percent of his passes for 2,347 yards with 15 touchdowns also with eight interceptions while Patrick Mahomes has about the same numbers with 2,442 yards and 17 touchdowns and has also thrown eight picks. The Kelce's Chiefs are also 4-0 against older brother Jason Kelce, the center for the Eagles but gets his brotherly revenge tonight. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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11-19-23 | Vikings v. Broncos -2 | Top | 20-21 | Loss | -124 | 18 h 39 m | Show |
Minnesota at Denver 8:15 ET Broncos over Vikings- As Dandy Don used to say ‘turn out the lights sweet darling, the party’s over’...So much for Minnesota quarterback, astronaut, doctor, physics theorist and all around talent is about to meet his Waterloo Sunday night. No question Josha Dobbs has been a great story but he has been a starter for three different teams with in four months and maybe there is a reason teams were willing to part with him so quickly. The Broncos have gained confidence and this is the best Wilson has played in three years. Take DENVER! |
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11-19-23 | Jets +7.5 v. Bills | Top | 6-32 | Loss | -120 | 14 h 45 m | Show |
New York Jets at Buffalo 4:25 ET Jets (+) over Bills- What do you know, what do say...Buffalo is 5-5 and the hard part of their schedule is coming up and I do not mean the Jets. New York opened the season with a come-from-behind no-Aaron Rogers win and posted the 22-16 upset victory. Bills QB Josh Allen who leads the NFL in turnovers (11 Ints) had four that day and he has yet to show this season the form that made Buffalo the odds on favorite to win it all last season. The Bills are reeling and fired offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey and Allen says he feel responsible and he is. New York hasn’t scored an offensive touchdown in over 11 quarters as Zach Wilson struggles continue. But, the Jets defense is stout and the Jets need to muster just some scoring to win and they get it here. Take NEW YORK JETS! |
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11-19-23 | Titans +6.5 v. Jaguars | 14-34 | Loss | -100 | 10 h 22 m | Show | |
Tennessee at Jacksonville 1:00 ET Titans (+) over Jaguars- I really wasn’t interested in this game as I am afraid that the Titans just can’t cut it but...this is the NFL and it is rare when thing go according to Hoyle. Jacksonville is one of the public darlings and I guess it is because of Trevor Lawrence who has yet to reach the expected level of people most believe he eventually achieve.This will be the third straight road games for the Titans who dropped game at Pittsburgh and Tampa Bay. Lawrence will be wearing a knee brace and his mobility has been hampered. Take TENNESSEE! |
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11-19-23 | Bears +8.5 v. Lions | 26-31 | Win | 100 | 10 h 21 m | Show | |
Chicago at Detroit 1:00 ET Bears (+) over Lions- The storyline here is the return of Justin Fields who has given even the most pessimistic doubters reason to take notice. Chicago went 2-2 with backup Tyson Bagent but Fields took all snaps this week and will look forward to playing Detroit who he ran 279 yards in two games last year but the Bears lost both meetings. He has had back-to-back games where he threw for 617 yards and eight touchdowns. The Bears beat the Panthers last Thursday and will have added rest and prep time. Take CHICAGO! |
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11-19-23 | Chargers v. Packers +3.5 | Top | 20-23 | Win | 100 | 10 h 22 m | Show |
LA Chargers at Green Bay 1:00 ET Packers (+) over Chargers- I love playing against the Chargers and hate getting beat when I have Green Bay. Fortuitously we have make the correct choices with and against LA but with the Packers it has been a different story.Green Bay has lost our one-score games and simple thing like extra points have left them and ‘us’ on the short end of the point spread. True Justin Herbert may end up one of the games greats but he will be missing three receivers this week including All-Pro Keenan Allen. With such a small sample size of head-to-head meetings the Packers lead the all-time series with 10 wins and only two losses. Take GREEN BAY! |
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11-16-23 | Bengals v. Ravens -3.5 | Top | 20-34 | Win | 100 | 29 h 24 m | Show |
Cincinnati at Baltimore 8:15 ET Ravens (-) over Bengals- It looked like Baltimore was ready to run away with the division leading Cleveland 31-17 at home with 8:50 left in the final quarter when Deshaun Watson led a six-play 75-yard TD drive and they and 41 seconds later an interception returned for a touchdown and the rest is history. The loss ended the Ravens four game winning streak as did the Bengals while falling to Houston. Although both clubs lost by game ending field goals Cincinnati’s loss had more impact moving forward. The major difference is in the defenses where the Ravens have the No. 2 ranked defense allowing just 273 ypg and the Bengals rank 30th allowing 384 ypg while the league average is 332. The Bengals are not today the team that we have seen in the past, on offense either where they are ranked No. 24 with 301 ypg while the Poe boys are at 362 ypg. I believe that at some time probably after the season we will hear that Joe Burrow has had some kind of injury...just sayin’...Take BALTIMORE! |
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11-13-23 | Broncos +7.5 v. Bills | Top | 24-22 | Win | 100 | 10 h 40 m | Show |
Denver at Buffalo 8:15 ET Broncos (+) over Bills- The Broncos (3-5) celebrated their most recent win over the Kansas City Chiefs during their bye week while the Bills (5-4) seek redemption from a loss at Cincinnati last Sunday. Denver is putting up stellar numbers defensively of late and kept three straight opponents under 20 points and kept the Chiefs out of the end zone prior to the bye week. Although five opponents averaged better than 4.7 yards per carry in the first eight games, and the Broncos are 32nd in the NFL in allowing 154.1 rushing yards per game. No problem the Bills do not run the ball adise from Allen for the most part. The Broncos are making a clear commitment to the ground game, calling a season-high 40 rushing plays against the Chiefs and posting consecutive games with at least 145 rushing yards. Take DENVER! |
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11-12-23 | Jets -112 v. Raiders | Top | 12-16 | Loss | -112 | 24 h 48 m | Show |
New York Jets at Las Vegas 8:15 ET Jets over Raiders- I understand and know full heartedly that the Las Vegas Raiders are terrible and a coaching change and a win over the Tommy DeVito led Giants isn’t really anything. Now, the difference between the Giants QB and the Jets Zach Wilson may not be that great an improvement but defensively the Jets get the edge. Rookie QB O’Connell will make the grade for the Raiders but it is a bit early yet, he will have to earn his strips and pay his dues like he will Sunday night. Take NEW YORK JETS |
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11-12-23 | Lions v. Chargers +3 | Top | 41-38 | Push | 0 | 19 h 1 m | Show |
Detroit at Los Angeles Chargers 4:05 ET Chargers over Lions- Oh, what a perfect set-up ( at least in my mind)! The way the Chargers look even in winning Monday night are a very hard ‘take’ while Detroit is off a win over the Raiders. They will be the much fresher team, as it comes off a bye week, while the Chargers earned a road win over the New York Jets on Monday night. This LA Chargers team is always in position to disappoint their backers and for they most part they do and for the most part as favorites. But, they are in a different role right down being played as an underdog at home. They have a tendency to surprise and they will again here. Take LOS ANGELES CHARGERS! |
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11-12-23 | Packers +3.5 v. Steelers | 19-23 | Loss | -115 | 16 h 29 m | Show | |
Green Bay at Pittsburgh 1:00 ET Packers (+) over Steelers- You would think that the way the Steelers play defense and the way Jordan Love plays quarterback this game is a perfect setup for Pittsburgh to dominate the play. Trouble for the new ‘Curtain’ is that they just do not produce any points on offense. Despite winning five game Pittsburgh has been out-gained by every opponent. Green Bay (3-5), which is looking to put together back-to-back wins for the first time this season. The Packers are coming off a 20-3 win at home against the Los Angeles Rams. Quarterback Jordan Love completed a career-high 76.9 percent of his passes (20 of 26) and the defense allowed no touchdowns for the first time this season. Green Bay's run defense rates as particularly impressive as of late. The Packers have held opponents to only 2.3 yards per carry (57 rushes for 130 yards) in their last two games. Take GREEN BAY! |
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11-12-23 | Browns +6.5 v. Ravens | 33-31 | Win | 100 | 16 h 54 m | Show | |
Cleveland at Baltimore 1:00 ET Browns (+) over Ravens- The Ravens are quickly emerging as one of the teams to beat in the AFC, Baltimore is riding a four-game winning streak and will attempt to continue distancing itself from the rest of the division Sunday when it faces the visiting Cleveland Browns. The Browns allow the fewest yards per game (234.8) and third-fewest points per game (17.4) in the NFL. The only defense better? It belongs to Baltimore, which ranks second in total defense (262.6 yards allowed per game) and first in scoring defense (13.8 points allowed per game). Cleveland faced the Ravens earlier this season, though, as Baltimore rolled to a 28-3 win on Oct. 1 when Cleveland was without quarterback Deshaun Watson (shoulder). He’s back and the Brown will br better! Take CLEVELAND! 4 |
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11-12-23 | Colts v. Patriots +2 | 10-6 | Loss | -110 | 20 h 38 m | Show | |
Indianapolis vs New England 9:30 ET Patriots (+ over Colts- Neither of these teams were expected to be contenders and have not given us any reason to think otherwise starting Week 11 of NFL action. Owners of the worst record in the AFC, the Patriots are not at all playing like the dynasty of the past two decades. The Patriots (2-7), the designated home team, have international marketing rights in Germany and are a fan favorite there because of their German-born former offensive tackle Sebastian Vollmer. As for the Colts' offense, Gardner Minshew has been under center since rookie Anthony Richardson's season-ending shoulder injury. Both the Colts and Patriots are practicing at home through Thursday and taking a flight overseas Thursday night, landing Friday morning Frankfurt time. Take NEW ENGLAND! |
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11-09-23 | Panthers +3.5 v. Bears | 13-16 | Win | 100 | 22 h 47 m | Show | |
Carolina at Chicago 8:15 ET Panthers (+) over Bears- Chicago decided to pass over Bryce Young and C.J. Stroud at quarterback when the chance presented itself as the Chicago Bears surrendered the No. 1 pick in the 2023 draft to the Carolina Panthers. Young and the Panthers (1-7) visit the Bears (2-7) and once again draft ramifications are of greater significance than the playoff picture. The Bears in effect put their chips behind quarterback Justin Fields for a make-or-break 2023 season for a number of #1 draft picks in 2024. Fields might have an incomplete grade for his season to date. Chicago started undrafted rookie backup Tyson Bagent the past three games with Fields recovering from a dislocated right thumb. Fields has practiced in a limited capacity since last Friday. Young has experienced a rough introduction to the NFL as a rookie with two pick-6s in last week's loss to the Colts. Bears are averaging two turnovers a game and the Panthers are gearing up with Young improvement. Take CAROLINA! |
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11-06-23 | Chargers -3 v. Jets | 27-6 | Win | 100 | 20 h 41 m | Show | |
LA Chargers at New York Jets 8:15 ET Chargers (-) over Jets- from the moment I saw this MNF match-up I knew that I had the winner and that the Jets would mostly likely win the game outright. Yeah, well not so far my friend and hold on to your horse! The way I see it this number is strong and it is not difficult to take the Jets and as a matter of fact that is all that I am hearing from all the media pundits. I think the Chargers are a harder bet to make being favored on the road after some of what we have seen out of them...I’m taking Justin Herbert and the more professional club? HA! Take the LA CHARGERS! |
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11-05-23 | Bills +2.5 v. Bengals | Top | 18-24 | Loss | -110 | 20 h 32 m | Show |
Buffalo at Cincinnati 8:15 ET Bills (+) over Bengals- From what I have heard this week the Bills died about a year ago while in the playoffs when the Bengals took them apart from start to finish. Cincinnati has become the darling of the public with Joe Burrow back and a convincing win over San Francisco.The Bengals have won their last three while Buffalo has had some extra time to heal after their non-cover win over Tampa Bay a week ago Thursday. The line is too short and the money too strong on the Bengals to pass up...the Bills. Take BUFFALO! |
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11-05-23 | Cowboys +3 v. Eagles | Top | 23-28 | Loss | -109 | 15 h 28 m | Show |
Dallas at Philadelphia 4:25 ET Cowboys (+) over Eagles- From what I have heard and seen out of the Cowboys and the public us that Dallas was exposed against San Francisco and most do not believe that they can muster up and win here. The Eagles are flying high after another conference win over Washington coming from behind to do it Philadelphia just looks like they are getting better. each time out. There is one thing...Jalen Hurts is hurting! There is one thing that we can not deny and that is the Cowboys ability to make big plays on defense and for some reason it appears that Dak Prescott is at his best against these birds of prey. Take DALLAS |
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11-05-23 | Colts v. Panthers +2.5 | 27-13 | Loss | -110 | 16 h 48 m | Show | |
Indianapolis at Carolina 4:05 ET Panthers (+) over Colts- I’ve talked about streaks in betting sports and how once a team has its winning streak broken they have a tendency to slide for a while and they same but opposite is true. When a club get off the shied and breaks a losing streak they are more confident and relaxed their next time out. This is the next time out for Carolina! Indianapolis is the same team we see year in and year out mostly a disappointment and especially against the point spread. The Colts who have lost three straight should come up lame and they do more often than not. Panthers coach Frank Reich was 40-33-1 with Indy as head coach and was fired a year ago this Monday. Incentive...Take CAROLINA! |
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11-05-23 | Rams v. Packers -3 | 3-20 | Win | 100 | 12 h 12 m | Show | |
LA Rams at Green Bay 1:00 ET Packers (-) over Rams- Things must be really bad in Los Angeles for the Rams to be such an underdog against this dreadful Packers team. Matthew Stafford suffered a sprained UCL and hasn’t practiced all week and in his place will be Brett Rypie. Rypien was released by LA in August and then resigned him from the Edmonton Elks of the CFL. Green Bay know who their quarterback is and that doesn’t make them all that happy as Jordan Love has shown little promise. But, the although the Packers have dropped 4-in-a-row and five of six they have won two games so they should be capable enough at home to get a much need win. Take GREEN BAY |
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11-02-23 | Titans +3 v. Steelers | 16-20 | Loss | -118 | 8 h 23 m | Show | |
Tennessee at Pittsburgh 8:15 ET Titans over (+ ) Steelers- There are a few factors that butt each other when will play out one way or another before this one is over. Pittsburgh without a doubt is the biggest enigma in the NFL out-gained by each of their opponents and yet have won four times. They have done it with a defense that takes the ball away from offenses but often score on big game changing plays. Tennessee is going with a rookie quarterback and although he threw four touchdown passes in his debut he will find the Steelers defense a different animal. Kenny Pickett insists he is going to start despite a rib injury and looks to post Pittsburgh’s fifth straight win in this series...nope! Take TENNESSEE! |
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10-30-23 | Raiders +7.5 v. Lions | Top | 14-26 | Loss | -105 | 20 h 58 m | Show |
Las Vegas at Detroit 8:15 ET Raiders (+) over Lions- Yes, I know...the Raiders do stink and are poorly coach and I am award that Detroit is looking to rebound from the beating they took in Baltimore last week. But, in this world of NFL Draft Kings things do not always go as expected. Las Vegas has scored 20 points just once this season and that was aided by a Mac Jones safety on the final play of a 21-17 victory over the powerful Patriots. The Lions are an offensive juggernaut and have scored less then 20 points once and that was last week. The Raiders were held to 235 total yards in last weeks loss at Chicago but will have one of the NFL’s winningest starting quarterback on record (percentage wise) Jimmy Garoppolo returning to action. The Lions will be with running back David Montgomery will be sidelined once again. Take LAS VEGAS! |
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10-29-23 | Bears v. Chargers -8.5 | Top | 13-30 | Win | 100 | 21 h 29 m | Show |
Chicago at Los Angeles Chargers 8:20 ET Chargers (-) over Bears- Talk about over-reaction the public is going gaga over a rookie QB he got a start and won against the Raiders and they have virtually written out the LA Chargers as their most recent efforts have fallen short. Chicago’s undrafted, unheralded and unknown quarterback Tyson Bagent has captured the attention of America with his performance (21 0f 29 162 yards) against Las Vegas last Sunday, but his 15 minutes of fame will be short-lived. The Chargers problems are many but their biggest problem in passing defense where they rank last allowing 310 YPG but the Bulls also have defensive pass troubles that Justin Herbert will exploit. Experience will be the difference here as Herbert will throw the ball down field something the Bears don’t do. Take LA CHARGERS! |
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10-29-23 | Ravens v. Cardinals +10 | 31-24 | Win | 100 | 15 h 27 m | Show | |
Baltimore at Arizona 4:25 ET Cardinals (+) over Ravens- Talk about over-reaction, the Ravens who blew out Detroit (Power Play winner) 38-6 and it wasn’t that close have become the newest ‘unbeatable’ team. Remember this, they have lost at Pittsburgh and to Indianapolis at home and if they can get beat by those two clubs they can lose to anybody. Arizona is another story as they only beat the Cowboys and had a win snatched away by the Giants by blowing a 28-7 second half lead. This appears to be a mismatch as the Ravens have numbers that show huge advantages on both sides of the ball. Cardinals quarterback Joshua Dobbs has been disappointing under the gun until Kyle Murray returns. A banged up Cardinals team will be spirited in the desert and surprise the Ravens with how physical they can be. Take ARIZONA! |
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10-29-23 | Chiefs v. Broncos +7 | Top | 9-24 | Win | 100 | 15 h 28 m | Show |
Kansas City at Denver 4:25 ET Broncos (+) over Chiefs- Kansas City is playing a champion should and winning six straight after an opening week loss to Detroit . Last week they defeated the impostor Chargers and have covered three straight. Included among their victories was a 19-8 Thursday night win over the Broncos their 16 straight win on the series and it has been 20 ears since Denver has won this game at home. The Chiefs have a contest against Miami next week overseas and they follow that with a Super Bowl rematch as the host Philadelphia. Russell Wilson has put up decent number but they have little value when he punks out near the red zone. Somehow, someway the Broncos get it done here and have a legitimate chance to win the game. Take the points with DENVER! |
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10-29-23 | Texans v. Panthers +3.5 | 13-15 | Win | 100 | 14 h 49 m | Show | |
Houston at Carolina 1:00 ET Panthers (+) over Texans- It took the last pick in the draft 12 games as a starter in the NFL before Brock Purdy felt defeat while the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 draft Bryce Young has yet to post a victory or a ‘cover’ in six starts. Now, that is not all fair as the 49ers are in a different class than Carolina but something has got to give and it happens here. Houston’s improvement has been impressive but for the most part there has been a knee jerk rover-reaction to their development. The Panthers also be facing a rookie quarterback in C.J. Stroud who has three wins with nine TD passes and only one interception. Trouble for the Texas is that they are 25th in rushing and this is their first time playing as a road favorite. The Panthers off a bye after two terrible road losses have won 3-of-4 meetings against Houston including the last two in Charlotte. Take CAROLINA! |
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10-29-23 | Rams +7 v. Cowboys | 20-43 | Loss | -110 | 13 h 48 m | Show | |
Los Angeles Rams at Dallas 1:00 ET Rams (+) over Cowboys- This was the first game on the board that caught my eye and after a few days I realized that I am not alone. Now, and often the trend is right and wins but it is always something I am leery about. I am talking about the Rams as Dallas was a huge Monday night (Power Play) winner for us and they have had ample time to pat themselves on the back entering this fray. Los Angeles dropped a home game to Pittsburgh (Chip Shot winner) while having dominated play for 50 of sixty minutes. Rams Stafford and Kupp and back and working in sync and make this a ball game. Take LA RAMS! |
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10-29-23 | Eagles v. Commanders +7 | 38-31 | Push | 0 | 12 h 4 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Washington 1:00 ET Commandos (+) over Eagles- The Eagles are soaring high after putting a man-handle 31-17 win over Miami while Washington was getting pushed around by the lowly New York Giants. A few weeks ago the Commanders were a two-point conversion away from upsetting Philadelphia and they went ball-less and kicked the extra-point and then promptly lost in overtime. After the Giants loss the troops regrouped and brought their focus to the Eagles. It will take some doing and maybe the NFL can assign the proper officials to make it happen. Take WASHINGTON! |
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10-29-23 | Vikings v. Packers +1 | Top | 24-10 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 0 m | Show |
Minnesota at Green Bay 1:00 ET Packers (+) over Vikings- Oh my, it appears that their is love for Love anymore in Green Bay. Now, the Packers fans are loyal and will always support their QB’s but the play on the field says the kid just doesn’t have ‘it’. Minnesota was impressive in their Power Play winner for us Monday night and everybody has taken notice of their winning 3-of-4 with Cousins throwing on 75% of their plays. Buy low, sell high...right now the Packers value in plunging while the Vikings’ stock is soaring. Green Bay returns home after a pair of road defeats and three straight losses overall will be psyched up for this division rival who they defeated 41-17 in the last meeting as a 3.5-point home favorite. Take GREEN BAY! |
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10-26-23 | Bucs +9 v. Bills | 18-24 | Win | 100 | 27 h 6 m | Show | |
Tampa Bay at Buffalo 8:15 ET Buccaneers (+) over Bills- Both of these clubs are in the mist of a slide as Tampa Bay has dropped three of their last four and Buffalo has lost three of their past three games. The Bills fell at New England last week and were demoralized after a defeat to an inept Patriots squad hat has been one of the NFL dregs this season. The Bills are fortunate to be over .500 as they could have easily lost the game against the Giants, The Buccaneers are what we believe them to be but have enough to play the over-rated Bills even up. Take TAMPA BAY! |
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10-23-23 | 49ers v. Vikings +7 | 17-22 | Win | 100 | 17 h 22 m | Show | |
San Francisco at Minnesota 8:15 ET Vikings (+) over 49ers- There are a number of reasons that ‘we’ should be on San Francisco here but there are more key factors affecting this game that tell us we should not! SF was a 41-yard field goal away from remaining undefeated but without Robbie Gould the Gods made the ‘72 Dolphins smile. Okay, we are all aware of Kirk Cousins failures on Monday Nights (although I believe he broke his hex) and that the 49ers allow the fewest points per game allowing 14.5 PPG and holding opponents QB’s to a league low 67.5% completion rate. Minnesota will be without receiver Justin Jefferson and have no run game to speak of averaging just 75 YPG ranking 30 in total yards and No. 32 in attempts with just 18.8. What they do have is the third ranked passing game with 263.7 YPG and league the NFL in completions per game. Niner’s but are having injury issues to key personal, McCaffrey and Samual are hurting along with QB Purdy and three other starters. Niners won and covered the last two meetings in 2020 and 21 but the Vikings hold a 22-20-1 series edge. Take MINNESOTA! |
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10-22-23 | Dolphins v. Eagles -2.5 | 17-31 | Win | 100 | 18 h 43 m | Show | |
Miami at Philadelphia 8:15 ET Eagles (-2.5) over Dolphins- This should be a good one and actually could be a SB preview. Keep Tua upright and you have a chance and with Miami’s quick short passing game defenses are on their heels. Eagles old wounded wing after Jets loss and Dolphins will have their full attention. Hurts has hurt Eagles with interceptions but home site is huge for Philly and gives them the edge the need. Take PHILADELPHIA |