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12/5/24
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2024 NFL Week 14: Expert Picks, Predictions For Every Game
NFL Week 14 is loaded with divisional matchups that could go a long way in determining playoff seeding. For the most part, we know who is going to be in and out of the playoffs this year.
But with the No. 1 seed up for grabs in both conferences, we will learn a lot about the top teams in the league this week. So, without further ado, here are all of the games and our predictions heading into Week 14.
NFL Week Expert Picks, Predictions
Green Bay Packers (9-3) vs. Detroit Lions (11-1)
Spread: Lions -3.5
Total: 51.5
Week 14 kicks off with one of the best matchups of the year. The Detroit Lions are 11-1 through 13 weeks, but they need a win against the Green Bay Packers to avoid making the NFC North closer than it already is. Both teams could be without a few stars, but the Lions have the NFL’s most unstoppable offense, and their ground attack should carry them in this game.
This game wasn't all that close the first time around, but look for the Packers to be much more competitive on Thursday. Expect Green Bay to put up a really good fight, but for the Lions to score 30+ points and win on Thursday.
Score Prediction: Lions 31, Packers 27
Cleveland Browns (3-9) vs. Pittsburgh Steelers (9-3)
Spread: Steelers -6.5
Total: 44.5
The Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns met in Week 12, and Cleveland won in a snowstorm. But this game will be in Pittsburgh, and Cleveland has a significant rest disadvantage after playing in Denver on Monday Night Football. Playing on the road on a short week is difficult, and Pittsburgh needs this game to stay ahead in the AFC North divisional hunt.
Pittsburgh's offense has been humming over the last few weeks, and we know that they have the stars on defense to create splash plays. Look for the Steelers to get their revenge and beat the Browns with ease on Sunday.
Score Prediction: Steelers 28, Browns 17
New York Jets (3-9) vs. Miami Dolphins (5-7)
Spread: Dolphins – 6.5
Total: 44.5
The Miami Dolphins did not have a good Week 13, losing to the Packers in Green Bay. That, combined with wins by the Broncos and Colts, essentially eliminated them from a wild-card berth.
However, they aren’t technically eliminated, so expect them to go all-out to win at home against the New York Jets. New York seems checked out at this point, and they are only playing for pride. Take the Dolphins to win, but the Jets to cover here in Week 14.
Score Prediction: Dolphins 28, Jets 23
Jacksonville Jaguars (2-10) vs. Tennessee Titans (3-9)
Spread: Titans -3.5
Total: 39.5
If you like watching bad football, this is a game for you. However, that doesn’t mean it’s not important.
As of right now, the Jacksonville Jaguars hold the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Meanwhile, the Tennessee Titans sit at No. 7. If the Jaguars were to lose, it would just about seal their pick at the top.
And with Trevor Lawrence (concussion) likely out again this week, it’s hard to predict that they will win again. The Titans have a much better defense, and Will Levis has improved during the last month. Take the Titans to win and cover here in this AFC South battle.
Score Prediction: Titans 21, Jaguars 13
Atlanta Falcons (6-6) vs. Minnesota Vikings (10-2)
Spread: Vikings -5.5
Total: 46.5
Could this be the last stand for Kirk Cousins as the starting quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons? It’s certainly possible after three straight losses. It would be fitting if his last start came against his former team, but it also feels likely, considering how effective Brian Flores has been this year as the defensive coordinator of the Minnesota Vikings.
If Cousins can’t get a win and the Falcons fall below .500, it certainly seems like they could make the switch to Michael Penix Jr. In fact, that’s what we are going to predict, as the vibes in Atlanta couldn’t be worse right now. Take the Vikings to win and cover in Week 14 against their former star quarterback.
Score Prediction: Vikings 27, Falcons 20
Carolina Panthers (3-9) vs. Philadelphia Eagles (10-2)
Spread: Eagles -12.5
Total: 45.5
Bryce Young has played the best football of his career during the last month and has given the Carolina Panthers some signs of hope moving forward. But he’s about to have the biggest test of his career, as Vic Fangio’s defense has been outstanding in recent weeks.
This is a game where the Philadelphia Eagles should do anything they want on offense, and it wouldn’t be shocking if this were a 200+ yard day from Saquon Barkley. Look for the Eagles to win with ease in Week 14 and potentially close the gap between them and the Lions in the race for the No. 1 seed in the NFC.
Score Prediction: Eagles 34, Panthers 16
New Orleans Saints (4-8) vs. New York Giants (2-10)
Spread: Saints -4.5
Total: 40.5
The season is over for the New Orleans Saints and New York Giants, so expect to see very compromised rosters for both sides. Taysom Hill (knee injury) is out for the season, and that will be a huge loss for the Saints.
The Giants will have 10 days to get ready for this game, but they're starting Drew Lock again this week. These types of games can be difficult to project, but we are taking the Saints to win and the Giants to cover at home in Week 14. Expect a really ugly, low-scoring contest in New Jersey on Sunday.
Score Prediction: Saints 21, Giants 20
Las Vegas Raiders (2-10) vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-6)
Spread: Buccaneers -6.5
Total: 40.5
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers were fortunate to survive against the Panthers last week, as Carolina had multiple chances to put away that game. The Las Vegas Raiders were in a similar position against the Chiefs, but a late-game fumble ended their hopes of an upset.
The Raiders are a better team with Aidan O’Connell at quarterback, but it’s hard to envision them slowing down the offense of the Buccaneers. The Raiders are pretty limited on offense and can’t win any type of shootout. So, as long as Tampa Bay can score 20+ points, it should have no problem winning on Sunday. And that shouldn't be any sort of issue against Las Vegas' defense.
Score Prediction: Buccaneers 27, Raiders 17
Seattle Seahawks (7-5) vs. Arizona Cardinals (6-6)
Spread: Cardinals -2.5
Total: 44.5
These two teams met in Week 12, and the Seattle Seahawks won a low-scoring game at home. The Arizona Cardinals ran for just 49 yards, as Trey Benson (18 yards) was their leading rusher.
The Cardinals have to run the ball better this time around if they want to win and retake the lead in the NFC West. Expect Kyler Murray to play much better this time and for the Cardinals to split the series matchup.
Score Prediction: Cardinals 21, Seahawks 17
Buffalo Bills (10-2) vs. Los Angeles Rams (6-6)
Spread: Bills -4.5
Total: 49.5
The Buffalo Bills looked dominant on Sunday Night Football, taking down the 49ers with ease. They’ll face another NFC West team in Week 14, with the Los Angeles Rams looking to steal the division.
Matthew Stafford is always a threat, especially when his receivers are healthy. But the Bills' run game could be too much for the Rams' smaller defensive line to handle. Expect Los Angeles to stay in this game, but the Bills to win a close one on the road.
Score Prediction: Bills 27, Rams 24
Chicago Bears (4-8) vs. San Francisco 49ers (5-7)
Spread: 49ers -3.5
Total: 44.5
There is no shortage of storylines entering this game, as the Chicago Bears will have a new head coach after firing Matt Eberflus after the Thanksgiving debacle. Thomas Brown will take over, and his team will travel to San Francisco to face the 49ers, who might need to win out to make the playoffs.
The 49ers don’t resemble their 2023 Super Bowl team in any way, but they need to win this game to have a chance in the NFC West. Look for them to take of business and defeat an interim head coach in Week 14, giving them a chance to stay alive for another week.
Score Prediction: 49ers 24, Bears 20
Los Angeles Chargers (8-4) vs. Kansas City Chiefs (11-1)
Spread: Chiefs -3.5
Total: 42.5
This is a fantastic matchup on Sunday Night Football as the Kansas City Chiefs fight for the No. 1 seed in the AFC. These two teams met earlier in the season, and the Chiefs got a narrow victory in Los Angeles.
However, the Los Angeles Chargers have been much better on offense in recent weeks, and this game might favor them. Expect this one to be close, but the Chargers should pull off the upset and hand the Chiefs their second loss of the season.
Score Prediction: Chargers 23, Chiefs 20
Cincinnati Bengals (4-8) vs. Dallas Cowboys (5-7)
Spread: Bengals -5.5
Total: 49.5
Joe Burrow is having an MVP-like season, but the rest of the roster is not. The Cincinnati Bengals have one of the league’s highest-scoring offenses and should have no problem putting up points against Dallas on Monday Night Football.
Can Cooper Rush and the rest of the weapons on offense for the Dallas Cowboys score 30+ points? Even against one of the league’s worst defenses, that feels unlikely. Take the Bengals to win, as these are two bad teams going nowhere this season.
Score Prediction: Bengals 31, Cowboys 21
