Before I get to the Broncos-Lions game and Week 14 picks, sad news came out late Thursday night. Former Bronco WR Demaryius Thomas passed away at the age of 33 on Thursday in his home in Georgia. The news obviously shocked the NFL world, but it really hits home for the Broncos and their fans. DT was one of the best receivers in Broncos history, and he was one of my favorite Broncos of all time. He was a main piece of the four-year run the Broncos had with Peyton Manning, and he had so many great catches and games with Manning throwing him the ball in that offense. He is also famous for another great moment in Broncos history: The touchdown catch from Tim Tebow on the first play of overtime to beat the Steelers in the AFC Wild Card game in 2011. That is one of the best plays in Broncos history and it is a play that I think I rewatch every few months because it was such an amazing moment. The other aspect of this is how good of a person Thomas was off the field. Every player, coach, and organizational member loved DT, and he was a good person outside of football. It is a very sad day as a Broncos fan to hear about the passing of DT at the age of 33. RIP Demaryius Thomas.....
The Broncos host the Lions this week in a very important game. Denver is 6-6, but they are right there in the AFC Wild Card race. A win here is a must-especially over a Lions team that comes in win only one win this season. As much as you have to like Denver here, this will not be an easy game. The Lions have been in a lot of close games this year, and have lost a bunch of heartbreakers. The Broncos offense is not going to be good enough just to blow them out. Look for a a close game throughout.
Prediction: Detroit (+8) over DENVER
Final Score: Lions-20 Broncos-19
Now, onto the picks for Week 14....
Last Week's Record: 7-6-0
Overall Record: : 93-90-9
(HOME TEAM IN CAPS)
Las Vegas (+10) over KANSAS CITY: The Chiefs are 8-4, have won five straight, and sit atop the AFC West. The Raiders are 6-6 after a close loss to Washington. Look for the Chiefs to win the game, but I think the Raiders will keep it closer than expected.
New Orleans (-5) over JETS: The Saints are in a free fall and at 5-7 are clinging to their playoff hopes. They get to go to Metlife Stadium this week to take on the Jets, who are 3-9. I think this is the week the Saints break their losing streak.
TENNESSEE (-8) over Jacksonville: The Titans are 8-4 and still in first place in the AFC South. They need a win here, and I think they will get it easily over the 2-10 Jaguars.
Baltimore (+3) over CLEVELAND: I still don't get why Cleveland is favored here. The Browns are 6-6, but Baker Mayfield is still banged up. The Ravens come into this game after a tough loss to Pittsburgh, and at 8-4, they still lead the division. I think Baltimore will get back on track this week and get the win on the road.
Atlanta (+3) over CAROLINA: Both teams are 5-7, so the loser of this game is probably out in the NFC playoff race. I haven't liked what I have seen out of both of these teams the last few weeks. For some reason, my gut tells me the Falcons will get the win here.
WASHINGTON (+4) over Dallas: The Cowboys lead the NFC East with an 8-4 record, but Washington has won four in a row and now stand at 6-6 with a chance at the playoffs. This suddenly has become a big game in the NFC. I like Washington to keep this game close.
Seattle (-6) over HOUSTON: The Seahawks are 4-8, but they are coming off a home win over SF last week, and they should make easy work of Houston this week.
CHARGERS (-9) over Giants: The Chargers are 7-5, and they had a huge road win over the Bengals last week. Now, they host the 4-8 Giants, and look for LA to take care of business over the G-Men.
CINCINNATI (+1) over San Francisco: This is a huge game for both teams. The Niners are 6-6, and the Bengals are 7-5. Both teams need this game to help their playoff bid. I like the Bengals at home to rebound after their tough loss at home last week to the Chargers.
TAMPA BAY (-3) over Buffalo: If this line was a little higher, I would have taken the Bills, but I'm fine laying the three points. Look for the Bucs to do enough to handle the Bills.
GREEN BAY (-11) over Chicago: The Packers are 9-3 and cruising to another division title, and the Bears are 4-8 and looking ahead to next season. I think the Pack will roll on SNF.
Rams (+3) over ARIZONA: The Cardinals are 10-2 and looking for the #1 seed in the NFC. The Rams are 8-4 and looking to solidify a playoff spot. I think the Rams will come out and play their best game of the season here in this spot. I think the Rams pull the upset on Monday Night Football.
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