Chris’s Weekly NFL Picks: Week 14
Welcome ladies and gentlemen to my Weekly NFL Picks. Thanks once again to my friend Amber Smith for picking games with me for last week. This week I’ll be joined by another good friend, Danny Rodgers. Week 13 was crazy. On and off the field. As well as a lot of upsets, a coach firing, and my team losing another QB. That’s behind us now. Time to move on to Week 14. Let’s get into the picks.
Thursday Night Football: Jaguars vs Tennessee
We kick the week off with a division matchup. Jacksonville finally ended their losing streak in a 6–0 win against the Colts. It felt like a baseball score ⚾️ lol. The Titans won last week too against the Jets. Like I always say, division games can be tricky. Those are the teams that know you best. This one's a real toss-up. I need to get back on a streak with the Thursday Night Games. I’ve been slacking lately. I’m a take the Titans here. Even tho they won last week, I’m still not sold on the Jaguars.
My Pick: Tennessee
Jets vs Bills: Another division match up and another pick em game. Both teams aren’t that good. Both lost last week too. I’m a take the Jets. I’ve used them recently on Madden in franchise mode so I have a little connection to them lol.
My Pick: Jets
Carolina vs Cleveland: This one should be interesting. Carolina has really struggled as of late. Cleveland has been up and down but they play hard. They lost last week to a better Houston team. I’m a take the upset here and pick the Browns. It’s been rare I pick against the Panthers this year but they just don’t seem like the same squad from earlier in the year.
My Pick: Cleveland
Atlanta vs Green Bay: Both teams are coming off losses last week. The Packers fired Mike McCarthy after an embarrassing loss to the Arizona Cardinals last week. It’s sad to see what’s going on in GB. ATL’s been inconsistent all year. I’m a take them here tho. They have better weapons on offense than the Packers.
My Pick: Falcons
Baltimore vs Kansas City: Great Defense vs Great Offense. Which of one will prevail? I wouldn’t be shocked if the Ravens won but I’m taking the Chiefs here. It won’t be easy but they will find a way.
My Pick: KC
New England vs Miami: Everyone in the AFC East is facing off against each other this week. This one's a no-brainer. New England wins here easily.
My Pick: New England
New Orleans vs Tamba Bay: Tamba Bay pulled off the upset last week against Carolina. A perfect example of how division games can go either way. The Saints got upset too by Dallas last week. New Orleans bounces back big this week. This one could get ugly.
My Pick: Saints
NY Giants vs Washington Redskins: When it rain, it pours. After losing one QB to a broken leg (Alex Smith), we lose our backup Colt McCoy to a similar injury. We are now down to Mark “Butt Fumble” Sanchez. We gotta sign another QB (Josh Johnson was signed). Say what you want about Kirk Cousins, the most underrated thing about him was his durability. In three full seasons as the starter, he never missed a game. I always believe in keeping 3 QB’s on the team. Even if you keep one on the practice squad, it’s a must I feel. The Giants picked up a big win beating the Bears last week. One of the many upsets from last week. Our season is pretty much over even tho we are still technically in the hunt. I’m rolling with my boys at home regardless. Even if I gotta get out there and play QB myself lol.
My Pick: Redskins
Colts vs Houston: Houston continues to roll right along. They have been very impressive. The Colts have been playing better too. Up until last week when the Jaguars shut them out 6–0. I think the Colts will play better. Especially since this is a division game. The Colts will compete and make it interesting but I’m taking Houston to keep their winning ways going.
My Pick: Houston
Cincinnati vs LA Chargers: The Chargers were down last week 23–7 to the Steelers. I thought they were down. They came back to win 33–30. Even hit a couple of 2 point conversions. Cincinnati is done. First, they lost Andy Dalton. Now AJ Green is out for the season too. It’s sad. Cincinnati has talent. It seems when it counts the most they either fold or injuries factor in. I’m taking LA to win this one easily.
My Pick: LA Chargers
Denver vs San Francisco: Denver should win this one with no issues. They have been playing better lately. The 49ers are playing for next season and that top draft pick. Denver wins here.
My Pick: Denver
Philadelphia vs Dallas. The Eagles beat my Skins on MNF. I can’t even fake. You all know I bleed burgundy and gold. It was tough watching Dallas win that game last week. Probably the biggest upset this season. I gotta give credit where it’s due. Their defense is legit. They shut down one of the top offenses in the league. Zeke is playing better. Dak is playing better. Dallas beat Philly earlier this season on the road. This one is in Dallas. I gotta go Dallas here. (Did I just say that? Lol) They are playing their best football at the right time.
My Pick: Dallas
Detroit vs Arizona: Neither team is that good. Arizona actually beat Green Bay on their home field last week. Detroit lost to the Rams. I’m a take Arizona to make it two in a row.
My Pick: Arizona
Pittsburgh vs Oakland: Pittsburgh lost two heartbreakers the last two weeks. Oakland is Oakland. Sadly I don’t expect much from them here. Pittsburgh gets back on track and wins big here.
My Pick: Steelers
Sunday Night Football: Rams vs Bears
This should be a good one. Once again Big Time Offense vs Big Time Defense. This one could go down to the wire. I’m a take the Rams here. Especially if Chase Daniels plays. Advantage Rams on that one.
My Pick: Rams
Monday Night Football: Vikings vs Seattle
The Vikings are coming off a lost to NE. Seattle picked up a win against the 49ers. This one’s tough to call. I could see both of these teams winning. I’m a ride with Captain Kirk and the Vikings here.
My Pick: Vikings
It’s now time to hand off to fellow Packers fan Danny for his Picks.
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Hello everyone. First off, thank you to my sports friend Chris for including me this week to do picks for week 14. I’m excited to be doing this so let’s get started. Thursday night football you got to teams in the AFC that play twice a year. Jags vs Titans. Jags are not a really good team this year and the Titans are ok. My pick to win this, Titans 24–10.
Danny’s Pick: Titans
Next pick. Jets vs Bills. Neither of these teams is great as well. The Jets are having a losing season as well as the Bills. The Bills are the better team. So they are my pick to win this one. 17–14.
Danny’s Pick: Bills
Next up Panthers at Browns. Panthers started off hot in the first half of season but they were on a losing streak with Cam having a bad game against the Bucs throwing 4 ints. Browns had a bad game last week as well. Both of these teams need a win. Who needs it more? Idk but my pick to win in a nailbiter will be Carolina. 24–21.
Danny’s Pick: Panthers
Next up Falcons vs Green Bay. For those who don't know I’m a Packers fan and we are having a bad season. I still can't believe we lost to the Cardinals at home smh. The Falcons are not having a great season either. Although the past few years, they had our number. This will be a good game to watch. I have respect for the Falcons and they will give us a run for their money but I’m going with my Packers to win this one 21–17.
Danny’s Pick: Packers
Next up Ravens vs Chiefs. This will be a good game to watch. The Ravens defense isn’t too bad and their offense is playing well with Lamar Jackson as their starting QB. The Chiefs have an explosive offense with Patrick Mahomes Tyreek Hill, Travis Kelce and others but they no longer have Kareem hunt so running the ball will be an issue for them. Gonna be a great game. My pick to win Chiefs. 30–20
Danny’s Pick: Chiefs
Next up division rivals, Pat’s vs Dolphins. No matter what the record is between these two teams they play twice a year and know each other well. It’s gonna be a fight but you know how good Brady and the Pat’s are. They are my pick to win this one. 24–20.
Danny’s Pick: Patriots
Next up Saints vs Bucs. Round two. The first game of the season these teams had a shootout and Bucs shocked the Saints in their home winning 48–40 with Ryan Fitzpatrick as the starting QB. The Bucs defeated Carolina last week with Jameis Winston starting. Now I don’t who the starter will be. For the Saints, they have been on a 10 game win streak until being upset by the Cowboys which I still can’t believe lol. The Saints will bounce back and the Saints will go marching in the Bucs home and get the W. 34–21.
Danny’s Pick: Saints
Next game up Skins vs Giants. Another rivalry game. Alex Smith is out for the season with a leg injury and Colt McCoy is now the starter. The Giants are coming off with an impressive win against the Bears. Will they finish their season strong without making playoffs? Will Redskins finish strong to stay in the hunt? We shall see. Hard pick. Colt McCoy not a bad QB but I’m not sold on him all the way. Sorry, Chris my pick. Giants 20–17
Danny’s Pick: Giants
Next game up Colts vs Texans. That will be an exciting game to watch. The Colts lost to their rival Jacksonville 6–0 after being on a winning streak. The Texans are on an 8 game winning streak. Will Texans make it 9? Will the Colts bounce back? Hard choice but my pick to win this game goes to the Colts in a real close one. 24–21.
Danny’s Pick: Colts
Next up Bengals vs Chargers. The Bengals are not having a good season but the Chargers are and coming off an impressive win against the Steelers. Chargers stay on the roll and win this one 34–17.
Danny’s Pick: Chargers
Next up Broncos vs 49ers. Now if Jimmy Garrapolo didn’t get injured this game would be great and 49ers record would not be what it is. The Broncos team is ok. They did get a good win in Pittsburgh a few weeks back. They are my pick to win this one. 17–14.
Danny’s Pick: Broncos
Next up Cowboys vs Eagles. Rivalry game round two. The first time these teams played the Cowboys beat the Eagles in their home. In the second game, karma strikes. Eagles win at Dallas score 20–17.
Danny’s Pick: Eagles
Next up Lions vs Cardinals. Now even though I hate my Packers lost to the Cardinals, I have to give them credit because no one saw that coming. Detroit is not having a good season. This game will be close. My pick to win goes to Detroit. 20–10.
Danny’s Pick: Detriot
Next up Steelers vs Raiders. The Steelers are coming off a home loss to the Chargers. The Raiders put up a lot of points against the Chiefs but wasn't enough to secure the victory. The Raiders will play the Steelers tough but however, it will not be enough to win. My pick in this one, Steelers. 34–31.
Danny’s Pick: Steelers
Next up Rams vs Bears on Sunday Night Football. Rams are having one heck of a season with only one loss. Chicago is currently in the lead in their respective division. Idk if Mitch is playing this week or not but either way I take the Rams to win this one in Chicago 30–24.
Danny’s Pick: Rams
My final pick Monday Night Football Vikings vs Seahawks. The Seahawks put up a lot of points against the 49ers last week to secure a victory. Minnesota lost to the Pat’s last week. It is hard to win in Seattle lol, but the Vikings are gonna put up a fight against Seattle. It will not be enough. Seattle gets the win 24–17.
Danny’s Pick: Seattle
That’s it for my picks, everybody. Have a good one and thank you again, Chris, for including me in this.
Those are our Picks for Week 14. Your welcome. Thanks, Danny for joining me this week. Last week, Amber and I went 9–7. That puts me at 112–77–2 for the season. My guest at 23–20. Not to bad at all. I continue to do well in Fantasy this season. I won in both leagues last week. Up next week will be my friend Chrissy picking games. The Power Rankings are posted below. Until next time, take care and I’ll see you back here for Week 15.
