A new week is here, and teams are ready to compete. The NFL season is in its 10th week, and it kicks off with a solid matchup. So, without further ado, let’s take a look at the week and who will come out on top.
Washington Commanders vs New York Giants (Giants -2.5) – After taking down a division rival at the beginning of the month, the Washington Commanders lost to the Los Angeles Rams. Washington defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 27-10, but the Rams picked up a 20-13 win. The Commanders had the lead at halftime, but the Rams scored touchdowns in both the third and fourth quarters to secure the win. Now, Washington is 2-5-1, and it faces another team that had one of their games end in a tie. The New York Giants are 5-2-1, and they beat the Eagles in their last game. This was their second win in a row, and they are trying to keep that streak going. The Giants are on top of the NFC East, and another win could separate them from their rivals even more. With that said, New York will get the win and remain on top of its division.
Prediction: The Giants win
New England Patriots vs Detroit Lions (Lions -2.5) – The New England Patriots suffered a big loss in their last game, as the Green Bay Packers beat them 45-27. Despite that loss, the Patriots are still doing well. They have a 5-4 record, and they are second in the AFC East. They have a tough opponent this week, as they are taking on another NFC North team. The Detroit Lions are 6-2, and they are on a four-game winning streak. The NFC North is a competitive division, and every team is flourishing. Detroit is currently second, but the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay are not too far behind. The Lions want to create some separation, and a win here could do that.
Prediction: The Lions win
Carolina Panthers vs New Orleans Saints (Saints -2.5) – The Carolina Panthers are trying to snap their losing streak, and this week is a chance. They have lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Packers,s and most recently, the Denver Broncos. The Broncos beat them 26-21, and after losing at home, the Panthers have a chance to get a road win. The New Orleans Saints are their opponents, and the Saints picked up a good win against the Cleveland Browns. They beat them 23-22 in overtime after the Browns were able to complete their two-point conversion. The Saints fought for that win, and with a division rival coming to town, they will do the same. New Orleans could get another win, and it could lead to the top spot of the NFC South. So, the Saints will leave it all out there, and chances are, they get their second win in a row.
Prediction: The Saints win
Miami Dolphins vs Indianapolis Colts (Colts -3.5) – The Miami Dolphins have lost their last two games, and they have a record of 1-7. The Lions beat them 19-9 in the last one, and coming into this game, Miami will play without Malik Willis. So, that is yet another obstacle. On the other side, the Indianapolis Colts are on a losing streak of their own, and they lost to the Dallas Cowboys in their last one. This is a chance to snap that streak and improve to 3-7. It may not be the prettiest win, but the Colts can do enough to get the win and overcome their dreaded losing streak. This is the perfect chance.
Prediction: The Colts win
Houston Texans vs Cleveland Browns (Texans -4.5)- The Houston Texans are 3-5 after getting a big win over the Los Angeles Chargers. They beat them 44-22 on the road, and now they are headed to Cleveland in hopes of getting another win. The Browns fell to the Saints in their last game, but it was a battle. They lost by a single point, and Shedeur Sanders made the most of his first meaningful minutes of the season. Deshaun Watson missed that game, but Sanders stepped in and threw two touchdowns in the process. Watson is returning to the starting lineup, but Sanders did his part and helped the team compete. The Browns are 5-4, and while they want to bounce back from the loss, the Texans could foil their plans.
Prediction: The Texans win
Minnesota Vikings vs Green Bay Packers (Packers -3.5) – The Vikings have lost their two games, as the Lions and the Buffalo Bills beat them. They are still 6-2, and they are a part of the stacked NFC North. They are taking on a division rival, and in their last game, the Packers beat the Patriots. This has the makings of a good game, and in the end, Green Bay could get the victory.
Prediction: The Packers win
Jacksonville Jaguars vs Tennessee Titans (Jaguars -10.5) – The Jacksonville Jaguars are first in the AFC South, and they have a record of 6-2. They beat the Colts and the Baltimore Ravens in their last two, and they have a chance to get another. They also made a move before the trade deadline, as they acquired Jordan Davis.
Jacksonville is having a good year, and their upcoming opponent is struggling. The Tennessee Titans are last in the AFC South with a record of 1-7. They have lost their last two games, and so far, they have not won a game on their home turf. While there is a chance they change that, the Jaguars will be too much for them to deal with. So, the losing streak continues.
Prediction: The Jaguars win
Buffalo Bills vs New York Jets (Bills -8.5) – The Buffalo Bills remain the top team of the AFC East, and they have a record of 7-1. They have won their last four games, including a victory over the Vikings. Buffalo is a strong team, and the team’s next game can add to their impressive record. The New York Jets have lost their last four, and their most recent was a blowout loss against the Kansas City Chiefs. The Bills will be tough to stop, and like the previous week, this could be a blowout loss for the Jets. So, their losing streak will continue.
Prediction: The Bills win
Kansas City Chiefs vs Atlanta Falcons (Chiefs -3.5) – The Chiefs made a trade recently, as they acquired Josh Downs. Now, they are looking to improve to 7-2 with a win over the Atlanta Falcons. The Chiefs beat the Jets in their last game, and before that they lost to the Denver Broncos. They can get their second win in a row as they head to Atlanta. The Falcons are 3-6, and they have lost their last two games. Atlanta is 1-4 in home games, and chances are they move to 1-5. Kansas City will get the win, and Patrick Mahomes and his teammates will continue their successful season.
Prediction: The Chiefs win
Los Angeles Rams vs Arizona Cardinals (Rams -9.5) – The Rams beat the Commanders recently, which gave them their fifth win. They are on a three-game winning streak, and they want to keep that going. They have a chance as they take on a team that is 0-3 at home. The Arizona Cardinals are 3-6 after losing to the Seattle Seahawks. Before that, Arizona had an overtime win over Dallas. Los Angeles is playing well, and this game is a chance to keep that going.
Prediction: The Rams win
Seattle Seahawks vs Las Vegas Raiders (Seahawks -6.5) – The Seahawks are 5-4, and they beat the Cardinals 17-3. This week, they are facing a team that is 1-3 at home. The Las Vegas Raiders are 4-5 after losing to the San Francisco 49ers. They made a move before the trade deadline, as they sent Kirk Cousins to Minnesota. Fernando Mendoza will take over the starting role. So, it will be interesting to see how that plays out. Las Vegas has a hard time winning at home, and this change could make an impact. Seattle should take this game and improve to 2-2 in road games.
Prediction: The Seahawks win
San Francisco 49ers vs Dallas Cowboys (49ers -4.5) – The 49ers are 7-1, and they won their last game. They beat the Raiders, which helped them bounce back from their loss to the Falcons. They can secure another win as they take on the Cowboys. The Cowboys are a game below .500, and they beat the Colts in their last game. The competition is tougher this week, and while Dallas could improve to 5-5, it will not happen. The 49ers will get the win, and they prove that they are one of the teams to beat.
Prediction: The 49ers win
Pittsburgh Steelers vs Cincinnati Bengals (Bengals -3.5) – The Pittsburgh Steelers had a chance to rest after their win over the Browns, and now they are taking on another division rival. They are facing the Cincinnati Bengals, and they are on a roll. They have won their last four games, and like the Steelers, they are 6-2. This is a big game for both sides, and while Aaron Rodgers will do his part, Joe Burrow will likely lead his team to victory.
Prediction: The Bengals win
Los Angeles Chargers vs Baltimore Ravens (Ravens -4.5) – The Los Angeles Chargers are 0-8, and their last loss was against the Texans. This week, they are on the road as they take on a team dealing with injuries. The Ravens are 4-5, and they are on a four-game losing streak. However, this is the prime opportunity to not only become .500 but snap their losing streak in the process. The Ravens will get the win, and the Chargers will drop to 0-9.
Prediction: The Ravens win
This week will feature some good games, and while there may not be many surprises, anything can happen.
