It looks like Thanksgiving and Black Friday are here, which means it's time for the NFL to put its best foot forward. I'll be making some educated guesses on who will win straight up and cover the spread in Week 13. Keep an eye out as well for teams that might pull off a stunning upset based on the numbers.
Packers at Lions (-3): It seems like the Lions have struggled against top-notch defenses, so this matchup is a tough one to predict. The Packers' sixth-ranked rush defense will certainly make things harder for Jared Goff and the Lions' offense. With starting center Graham Glasgow and left guard Christian Mahogany out of commission, the odds are not in their favor.
Chiefs (-3) at Cowboys: When teams are facing elimination, that's when they really come alive. The Chiefs had to dig deep and pull off an upset against the Colts last week, boosting their playoff chances. They won't be caught off guard by the Cowboys this time around, as Steve Spagnuolo has proven himself adept at adapting his strategy. This should result in a more even contest than many people might anticipate.
Bengals at Ravens (-7): The Bengals, with quarterback Joe Burrow back on the field, are still struggling to find their footing after the loss of Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Lamar Jackson has taken the reins for the Ravens, who have made significant strides in the second half of the season. It's likely that the Ravens will be able to pull away from this game.
Bears at Eagles (-7): The Bears' offense looks strong with quarterback Caleb Williams behind a solid line and playmaking wide receivers Rome Odunze, DJ Moore, and Luther Burden. However, they have struggled defensively against opposing offenses, particularly when it comes to generating pressure on the quarterback. Meanwhile, the Eagles will be facing their own defensive test from this Bears' offense.
In general, all four of these matchups are going to be tough ones for the pickers. You'll need to do your research and trust your gut to get the job done.
Picks against the spread: Packers (+3), Chiefs (-3), Bears (+7).
Here's my final take on how many games I think each team will win, as well as their chances of making it to the playoffs, as well as ATS record for each team.
Packers at Lions (-3): It seems like the Lions have struggled against top-notch defenses, so this matchup is a tough one to predict. The Packers' sixth-ranked rush defense will certainly make things harder for Jared Goff and the Lions' offense. With starting center Graham Glasgow and left guard Christian Mahogany out of commission, the odds are not in their favor.
Chiefs (-3) at Cowboys: When teams are facing elimination, that's when they really come alive. The Chiefs had to dig deep and pull off an upset against the Colts last week, boosting their playoff chances. They won't be caught off guard by the Cowboys this time around, as Steve Spagnuolo has proven himself adept at adapting his strategy. This should result in a more even contest than many people might anticipate.
Bengals at Ravens (-7): The Bengals, with quarterback Joe Burrow back on the field, are still struggling to find their footing after the loss of Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Lamar Jackson has taken the reins for the Ravens, who have made significant strides in the second half of the season. It's likely that the Ravens will be able to pull away from this game.
Bears at Eagles (-7): The Bears' offense looks strong with quarterback Caleb Williams behind a solid line and playmaking wide receivers Rome Odunze, DJ Moore, and Luther Burden. However, they have struggled defensively against opposing offenses, particularly when it comes to generating pressure on the quarterback. Meanwhile, the Eagles will be facing their own defensive test from this Bears' offense.
In general, all four of these matchups are going to be tough ones for the pickers. You'll need to do your research and trust your gut to get the job done.
Picks against the spread: Packers (+3), Chiefs (-3), Bears (+7).
Here's my final take on how many games I think each team will win, as well as their chances of making it to the playoffs, as well as ATS record for each team.
. I'm guessing most people are just here for the commercials and free food 
. Anyway, I've got a few thoughts on these games... 
. On the other hand, the Chiefs-Cowboys game should be way more exciting than expected - both teams have been known to pull off crazy comebacks in the past 
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. And don't expect Caleb Williams and the Bears to put up too much of a fight against the Eagles' D - they just need to figure out how to rush the QB 
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I'm loving the excitement of Week 13 already! I mean, who doesn't love a good football game? 
The matchups are looking intense, and I think the Packers at Lions (-3) could be a real nail-biter. I know the Lions have struggled against top-notch defenses, but that just means the Packers get to shine on defense 
. And let's not forget about the Chiefs' resilience - they're like the comeback kings of the NFL! 
I'm thinking they'll take down the Cowboys (-3) and show everyone what they're made of.
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. But overall, I think this game will be a real nail-biter.
. And on ATS record? Well, that's anyone's game - but I'm rooting for the underdogs 
my money is on the Chiefs and Packers to pull off some stunning upsets 
. the Bengals and Bears are struggling to find their rhythm without key players, and i think the Ravens will take them down 
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... I love it when teams that need a win really rise to the challenge. And can we talk about how weird it is that Caleb Williams is playing in the NFL at 20 years old? 
... good luck with your betting picks!
. I think the Bengals will bounce back from their recent loss with Joe Burrow back under center 
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i mean, who doesn't love a good thanksgiving football game? but seriously tho, these matchups are looking super competitive 
they just need to stay focused and not let the cowboys get too in their heads 
. I got a bad feelin' for the Lions against the Packers - the Pack's D is just too strong 
. Meanwhile, Lamar Jackson and the Ravens are lookin' fierce again 
️. As for the Bears, they gotta step up their D game if they wanna take down the Eagles 
. Chiefs vs Cowboys (-3) will be an interesting game 
, I think the Chiefs' playoff push 
. Bears at Eagles (-7) on the other hand, that Bears offense 
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With all these matchups, I'm feeling a mix of excitement and uncertainty 
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️. On the other hand, I'm not sure if I trust the Bengals to win on the road 
. Lamar Jackson is always a force to be reckoned with when he's behind the wheel of the Ravens' offense 
. I mean, when teams are facing elimination they really come alive you know? But I'm not sure if the Chiefs will be able to pull off another upset 
. Lamar Jackson is gonna take them down for sure 
pie - you gotta slice them up and serve with caution! 
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