Through 12 weeks, the race remains tight. Last week, Simms went 11-3 while I finished 10-4, bringing us to 119-58-1 for the year. When it comes to the spread, I had a strong week at 9-4-1, compared to Simms’s 6-7-1, making my overall record 95-81-2 and his 87-89-2.
Interestingly, I nailed the Cowboys’ underestimated win over the Eagles with a spot-on score prediction. It’s been a good season for surprises!
This week, we’re at odds on three games, including two from the Thanksgiving lineup.
Packers at Lions (-2.5)
Both teams are fighting for playoff spots. If the Lions stick with Jahmyr Gibbs, they could pull off a win.
Florio’s pick: Lions 28, Packers 20.
Simms’s pick: Packers 24, Lions 23.
Chiefs (-3.5) at Cowboys
This game could break records with its viewership. Expect fireworks as both teams are loaded with talent.
Florio’s pick: Cowboys 34, Chiefs 31.
Simms’s pick: Chiefs 31, Cowboys 24.
Bengals at Ravens (-7)
Joe Burrow returns, but it might not be enough to topple the strong Ravens.
Florio’s pick: Ravens 27, Bengals 24.
Simms’s pick: Ravens 27, Bengals 17.
Bears at Eagles (-7)
The Bears face a tough challenge on their upcoming schedule.
Florio’s pick: Eagles 20, Bears 14.
Simms’s pick: Eagles 30, Bears 20.
Rams (-10) at Panthers
The Rams are a top team, showing consistent performances this season.
Florio’s pick: Rams 30, Panthers 17.
Simms’s pick: Rams 31, Panthers 17.
49ers (-4.5) at Browns
With Christian McCaffrey in the mix, the 49ers hold the edge.
Florio’s pick: 49ers 24, Browns 20.
Simms’s pick: 49ers 17, Browns 9.
Texans at Colts (-4.5)
The Colts need a bounce-back after a recent slip. The Texans can surprise anyone, making this a tight race.
Florio’s pick: Colts 17, Texans 13.
Simms’s pick: Texans 23, Colts 20.
Saints at Dolphins (-6)
The Dolphins are under pressure to perform and keep their playoff hopes alive.
Florio’s pick: Dolphins 27, Saints 13.
Simms’s pick: Dolphins 24, Saints 16.
Falcons (-2.5) at Jets
The Jets are capable of pulling off an upset against an inconsistent Falcons squad.
Florio’s pick: Jets 28, Falcons 23.
Simms’s pick: Jets 20, Falcons 17.
Cardinals at Buccaneers (-3)
The Buccaneers need a win to regain their momentum, and the Cardinals could be the right matchup for that.
Florio’s pick: Buccaneers 31, Cardinals 20.
Simms’s pick: Buccaneers 28, Cardinals 24.
Jaguars (-6.5) at Titans
The Jaguars have shown they’re good enough to win, even if they let teams stay in games.
Florio’s pick: Jaguars 20, Titans 17.
Simms’s pick: Jaguars 31, Titans 14.
Vikings at Seahawks (-11.5)
This matchup promises an entertaining showdown with plenty of scoring.
Florio’s pick: Seahawks 34, Vikings 20.
Simms’s pick: Seahawks 30, Vikings 13.
Raiders at Chargers (-10)
After a rough patch, the Chargers will look to rebound against the Raiders in a dominating game.
Florio’s pick: Chargers 31, Raiders 17.
Simms’s pick: Chargers 30, Raiders 17.
Bills (-3.5) at Steelers
The Bills can’t afford another setback, especially against the struggling Steelers.
Florio’s pick: Bills 30, Steelers 20.
Simms’s pick: Bills 27, Steelers 20.
Broncos (-6.5) at Commanders
The Broncos will likely scrape by, but can’t take the Commanders lightly.
Florio’s pick: Broncos 20, Commanders 16.
Simms’s pick: Broncos 30, Commanders 14.
Giants at Patriots (-7)
Without Eli Manning, the Giants face a tall order against the Patriots.
Florio’s pick: Patriots 34, Giants 24.
Simms’s pick: Patriots 38, Giants 20.
This week is packed with thrilling matchups and plenty of storylines. Fans are engaged, sharing their predictions and excitement across social media platforms like Twitter. In fact, a recent survey showed that over 75% of fans feel more invested in their teams this season. Just like every year, NFL games bring us together, sparking conversations and debate.
