The Broncos got embarrassed on Christmas Day to the Rams 51-14, and the result was that Denver fired Nathaniel Hackett without even letting him finish his first year as head coach. This Broncos season has been the most disappointing season in my entire life as a Broncos fan. It has been really tough to deal with, and the only hope is that they will find the right head coach to right the ship. That is for another time and another discussion. Now, there are two games left and Denver heads to Arrowhead to take on the Chiefs. It is hard to believe that the Broncos will be competitive in this game, and even if interim head coach Jerry Rosburg gets them to play better than they did last week, it still won't be enough. KC needs this game to keep pace for the #1 seed in the AFC, and they will take it to Denver once again.
Prediction: KANSAS CITY (-12) over Denver
Final Score: Chiefs-34 Broncos-10
Now, Onto the picks for Week 17...
Last Week's Record: 9-5-2
Overall Record: 121-104-16
(HOME TEAM IN CAPS)
ATLANTA (-3) over Arizona: The Falcons are 5-10 and the Cardinals are 4-11. Both teams are looking to next season.
Chicago (+6) over DETROIT: The Lions are 7-8 and still have a shot to make the playoffs in the NFC. They need a win here at home over the 3-12 Bears. I think Detroit wins, but I feel like the Bears will keep it close.
Jacksonville (-4) over HOUSTON: The Jags are 7-8 and if they win out, they will win the AFC South. I think they will take care of business over the lowly Texans to set the stage for Week 18 against the Titans.
NEW ENGLAND (-3) over Miami: Tua Tagovailoa is out again with another concussion, so Teddy Bridgewater steps in to replace him. Miami is 8-7 and clinging to the #7 seed in the AFC. The Pats are 7-8, but if they win out, they can get in. I know Miami has owned the Pats in recent years, but I have a feeling that NE finds a way to win and keep their playoff hopes alive.
GIANTS (-5) over Indianapolis: The Giants are 8-6-1 and with a win over the 4-10-1 Colts on Sunday in the Meadowlands, they will clinch their first playoff berth since 2016. Brian Daboll has done a phenomenal job in his first year with the Giants, and I think this game might be trick for awhile, but look for the G-Men to punch their ticket back to the playoffs.
PHILADELPHIA (-5) over New Orleans: The Eagles need one win to clinch the NFC East and the #1 seed in the NFC. Although it looks like Jalen Hurts will miss this game due to a shoulder injury, I think the Eagles will take care of business and lock it all up this week.
TAMPA BAY (-3) over Carolina: The Bucs are 7-8 and lead the NFC South by one game over the 6-9 Panthers. As disappointing Tampa Bay has been this year, they can still win the division and host a playoff game. I think this will be back and forth, but I expect the Bucs to pull it out.
Cleveland (+3) over WASHINGTON: The Commanders are 7-7-1 and currently hold the #7 spot in the NFC. They are going back to Carson Wentz at QB this week. I just have a bad feeling that this won't work out well for them. The Browns are 6-9 and out of playoff contention, but I can see them being a tough game for Washington this week.
San Francisco (-9) over LAS VEGAS: Weird week in Vegas. The Raiders benched Derek Carr for the remainder of the season, and even at 6-9 they still have a chance at the playoffs. It won't matter because the 49ers and that defense will come to town and take them down. SF will move to 12-4.
SEATTLE (+2) over Jets: The Jets are 7-8, but still have a realistic chance to make the playoffs if they win out. The Seahawks are 7-8, and are in the same position as the Jets. A lot of people like the Jets in this game, but I think Seattle gets it done at home.
GREEN BAY (-3) over Minnesota: The Packers are 7-8 and can make the playoffs if they win their last two games and get some help. The Vikings are 12-3 and looking for that #1 seed. I think GB wins this one at home and stays alive in the playoff chase.
Rams (+7) over CHARGERS: The Chargers have clinched a wild card spot in the AFC, but now are playing for seeding. I'm not sure how much motivation they will have. I think they win the game but this is too tricky and I could see the Rams playing hard again.
Pittsburgh (+3) over BALTIMORE: The Steelers are 7-8 and have a chance at the playoffs. The Ravens are 10-5 and have already clinched a spot. Look for Pittsburgh to pull the upset in Baltimore.
Buffalo (+1) over CINCINNATI: This is the game of the year in the AFC. The 12-3 Bills visit the 11-4 Bengals. Both teams can still get the #1 seed in the AFC. If Buffalo wins this game and next week, then they win the #1 seed. If Cincy wins this game and next week, and KC loses one game, then the Bengals will get the 1 seed. Simply put: This game is huge. It's cool that it is on Monday night and a standalone game. I think the Bills and Josh Allen will find a way to win the game and get closer to that #1 seed.
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