Last week, 12 of the 16 teams favored in NFL matchups won their games, a record-tying amount during the Super Bowl era. Will Week 13 showcase more of the same, or is this unlucky numbered week bewitching to the NFL favorites?
Seattle Seahawks at Dallas Cowboys (-9) Thursday 8:15pm
The Seattle Seahawks (6-5) enter this contest losers of their past two games, including a divisional blowout against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 12.
Dallas, meanwhile, is one of the hotter teams in the league as the Cowboys (8-3) have won their past three games, including a 45-10 drubbing of NFC East rival Washington on Thanksgiving Day. This contest’s over/under total starts at 47.5 points.
Los Angeles Chargers (-6) at New England Patriots Sunday 1pm
Either the Los Angeles Chargers (4-7) or the New England Patriots (2-9) will snap their long losing streak Sunday. The Chargers have lost three, including a 20-10 home contest last week against the Ravens.
New England has lost four straight, including an embarrassing 10-7 defeat Sunday against the New York Giants. This game’s over/under surprisingly is set at 41 points despite both offenses showing much signs of life lately.
Detroit Lions (-4.5) at New Orleans Saints 1pm
The Detroit Lions (8-3) have a two-game lead over the Minnesota Vikings in the NFC North division, and a win Sunday over the Saints (5-6) will help them maintain their standing.
New Orleans is currently tied with Atlanta for the NFC South’s top spot after the Falcons beat the Saints 24-15 Sunday. This game’s over/under total is starting at 45.5 points.
Arizona Cardinals at Pittsburgh Steelers (-5.5) 1pm
Despite Kyler Murray’s return, Arizona is mired in a two-game losing streak. The Cardinals (2-10) were soundly defeated 37-14 Sunday by their NFC West rival Los Angeles Rams.
Aftering firing their offensive coordinator midseason, Pittsburgh has shown signs of life. The Steelers (7-4) are tied for second in their AFC North conference with two other favorable matchups awaiting Pittsburgh later this season.
The over/under total for this contest is set at 41.5 points.
Atlanta Falcons (-2.5) at New York Jets 1pm
The Falcons(5-6) sit atop the NFC South, and a win on the road against the Jets will solidify their playoffs hopes. New York, meanwhile, activated QB Aaron Rodgers from the IR this week, a sign that the veteran QB believes the Jets (4-7) can still make the playoffs.
Fittingly, this contest’s over/under total is starting at 33.5 points, a Week 13 low.
Indianapolis Colts (-1.5) at Tennessee Titans 1pm
An AFC South matchup featuring the Indianapolis Colts (6-5) against the Tennessee Titans (4-7) takes place Sunday in Nashville. The Colts have had multiple injuries to battle through, including news that RB Jonathan Taylor will be sidelined for three weeks to undergo thumb surgery.
The Titans rely on their stud RB Derrick Henry and will look to win their fifth home game this season. This contest’s over/under is set at 42.5 points.
Miami Dolphins (-9.5) at Washington Commanders 1pm
Miami rides a two-game winning streak into Washington Sunday when the Dolphins (8-3) battle the Commanders (4-8). Miami’s red-hot start has been cooled as of late, but the Dolphins still rank among the top 10 scoring teams in the NFL this season.
The Commanders have dropped three straight games, including their 45-10 drubbing in Dallas on Thanksgiving Day. This contest’s over/under starts at 49.5 points, a Week 13 high.
Denver Broncos at Houston Texans (-3.5) 1pm
An intriguing matchup of suddenly-relevant teams takes place in Houston as the Denver Broncos (6-5) battle the Texans (6-5) Sunday. Denver has won five straight games, including a 29-12 spanking against Cleveland last week.
Houston’s winning streak came to an end Sunday after the AFC South leading Jacksonville Jaguars eked out a 24-21 win. In a game where both offenses are helmed by strong QBs, this contest’s over/under total is starting at 47.5 points.
Carolina Panthers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers (-5) 4:05pm
An interim coach leads the Carolina Panthers (1-10) into Tampa Bay to face the Buccaneers (4-7) Sunday. Carolina fired HC Frank Reich after his poor start to the season.
Tampa Bay continued its hard-knock life in Week 12, dropping a 27-20 decision to the Colts in their fourth loss by one score or less this year. The over/under total for this game is starting at 36.5 points.
San Francisco 49ers (-3) at Philadelphia Eagles 4:25pm
A 2023 NFC Championship rematch (and possibly 2024 preview) unfolds when the San Francisco 49ers (8-3) travel to Philadelphia to take the Eagles (10-1) Sunday. San Francisco has won three straight games, including a 31-13 drubbing of the Seahawks last week.
The Eagles, meanwhile, won 37-34 in overtime Sunday against the Buffalo BIlls for their fifth straight victory. The over/under total for this exciting contest is 46.5 points.
Cleveland Browns at Los Angeles Rams (-3.5) 4:25pm
A week after suffering their first loss in a month, the Cleveland Browns (7-4) take on the suddenly hot Los Angeles Rams (5-6). The Browns continue to search for a QB to fill in for Deshaun Watson after his season-ending shoulder injury two weeks ago.
The Rams have their top QB – Matthew Stafford – healthy again and provide multiple options for him to choose from offensively. This game’s over/under total is starting at 39.5 points.
Kansas City Chiefs (-6) at Green Bay Packers 8:20pm
The Kansas City Chiefs (8-3) invade the frozen confines of Lambeau Field to take on the Green Bay Packers (5-6) in Week 13. Kansas City defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 31-17 Sunday, returning to their winning ways.
Green Bay, meanwhile, won its second straight with a 29-22 victory over the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving Day, upsetting the NFC North’s divisional leader. This contest’s over/under starts at 42 points.
Cincinnati Bengals at Jacksonville Jaguars (-8) Monday 8:15pm
Week 13 ends with a spectacular AFC matchup featuring the Cincinnati Bengals (5-6) against the Jacksonville Jaguars (8-3). The Bengals are mired in a second losing streak this season, this time reaching three games with a 16-10 loss to Pittsburgh last week.
The Jaguars are riding high after winning two straight games, including a close 24-21 victory over the Houston Texans last week. This contest’s over/under starts at 38 points.
Bye Week: Buffalo Bills, Baltimore Ravens, Minnesota Vikings, Las Vegas Raiders, Chicago Bears, New York Giants
