13 more games in NFL Week 12, 13 matchup previews: We have predictions, score picks and keys to victory

24 Nov 2023

The blog post on NFL Nation by ESPN posted on November 24th, 2023 at noon.

Get ready for a jam-packed Week 12 of the 2023 NFL season with exciting games to anticipate. We've got you covered with all the essential information you need for the upcoming weekend. Our reliable NFL Nation reporters are here to provide you with the major highlights for each game and bold predictions, too.

Beside those, the ESPN Stats & Information gives a substantial statistic and a suggestion for betting on every game, while our Football Power Index (FPI) analyses the figures and provides a prediction for each matchup. Our analytics writer, Seth Walder, pinpoints the crucial element in each game, and our fantasy analyst, Eric Moody, shares handy tips for fantasy football. Lastly, Walder and Moody offer their forecasts for the final scores of every game. All of the information you require is in one place to assist you in preparing for an action-packed NFL football weekend.

Let's take a look at the complete Week 12 schedule after Thanksgiving, which includes a Dolphins vs Jets game on Friday. Also, we'll see Trevor Lawrence and C.J. Stroud facing each other, the Bills off to Philadelphia, and the Ravens vs Chargers in a huge AFC matchup on Sunday night. To top it off, we have a "Monday Night Football" game between the Bears and the Vikings on ESPN. Note that all games take place on Sunday except for the Friday game.

Dolphins Vs. Jets On Sunday

It's Friday at 3 p.m. in the Eastern Time Zone, and the football game is on Prime Video. The point spread for the match is Miami leading by 7.5 points with a total score of 41.5.

Exciting plot to keep an eye on: For the inaugural Friday post-Thanksgiving match in NFL's annals, two teams with vastly different scoring abilities face-off. The Dolphins are dominating with an average of 30.5 points per game and have even eclipsed the Jets' cumulative touchdown count in a single game (10 touchdowns versus 9). The Jets are pinning their hopes on Tim Boyle, a quarterback with considerable experience, to ignite their offensive strategy as a replacement for the sidelined Zach Wilson. -- Rich Cimini.

My daring forecast: The Jets have yet to permit an opposing quarterback to throw for 300 yards this entire season. Nonetheless, that will change on Friday as Tua Tagovailoa, who is facing his division opponent for the first time this year, will surpass that mark. Additionally, Tyreek Hill, a wide receiver of the Dolphins, will record more than 100 receiving yards this time around, after failing to achieve this feat in both matches against the Jets last season. -- Marcel Louis-Jacques

Important fact: The Jets' ability to convert third-downs is extremely poor this season, at only 22.9%. This is predicted to be the worst rate by a team since 1970, with the exception of the 1970 Patriots who were only slightly better at 23.1%. Additionally, their success rate of scoring touchdowns in the red zone is also very low, at 26.1%. This is on track to be the second-worst rate in the past 45 seasons, coming in behind the 1997 Chargers who had a rate of only 25.0%.

Key player to watch: Boyle. He's been named the Jets' starting quarterback and has a QBR (quarterback rating) of 29 throughout his professional career. To remain in contention for the playoffs, the Jets must secure a few victories until Aaron Rodgers returns, which will most likely necessitate Boyle stepping up and playing his best game on Friday. -- Walder

Players from the Dolphins and Jets football teams are dealing with injuries.

For those interested in fantasy football, it's important to keep in mind that the Jets' defense tends to give up a lot of fantasy points to running backs - they're ranked ninth worst in this category. However, this provides a great opportunity for the Dolphins' running game to show off their skills, as they currently have the second highest average of rushing yards per game at 143.0. For more detailed rankings, be sure to check out Week 12.

Interesting fact: The Jets have not fared well in games where they had short rest under coach Robert Saleh as they have lost all four games against the spread (ATS). In fact, they have lost their past seven games ATS under the same circumstances. For more information, click on the link provided.

According to Moody, the Dolphins will win with a score of 28 to 13 against the Jets, while Walder predicts a Dolphins win with a score of 30 to 9. The FPI prediction is also in favor of the Dolphins, giving them a 76.4% chance of winning with an expected score difference of 9.6 points.

Top reads for the matchup: Discovering how Mike McDaniel of the Dolphins maintains authenticity... The most remarkable gadget play of all time: 29 years have passed since Dan Marino's fake spike... Achane, a RB for the Dolphins, is sidelined due to a knee injury after an early hit... The Jets have decided to swap Wilson for Boyle at QB in their game against the Dolphins.

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Jaguars Vs Texans: Battle For Top Spot

The sports event begins at 1 p.m. Eastern Time and can be watched on the CBS channel. The betting spread indicates that the Jacksonville team is favored by one point with an over/under score of 46.5.

There's an interesting plot unfolding in the Texans versus Jaguars game. If the Texans come out on top, they'll be tied with the Jaguars for first place in the AFC South and will hold the tie-breaker advantage. However, one crucial factor that could impact the game's outcome is how Jaguars' quarterback Trevor Lawrence fares in his performance. It seems like Lawrence has had a hard time playing against the Texans, having lost four out of five games and throwing seven interceptions to only four touchdown passes. But it's not just Lawrence that struggles against the Texans - the Jaguars as a team have found it challenging to play against Houston and have lost 16 out of their past 19 games against them.

Daring forecast: The Texans and Jaguars will together generate over 800 yards of offense. Recently, the Texans produced an average of 486.3 yards per game in their previous three games. Although not quite as proficient, the Jaguars did manage to produce 404 yards in their initial meeting. Throughout the Texans' three-game successful run, their newbie quarterback C.J. Stroud hasn't thrown for less than 336 yards. Meanwhile, Lawrence had his best performance of this season last time out (262 passing yards, 2 throwing TDs, 2 rushing TDs against the Titans). -- Article by Mike DiRocco

Important information: In this game, we will witness a major competition between Stroud and the Jaguars' zone coverage. The Jacksonville team uses zone coverage strategy frequently, at a rate of 67%, and has been very successful at limiting their opponents, with the fourth-lowest QBR in the league. However, Stroud has been outstanding this season against zone coverage, with the best QBR in the entire league.

Key player to watch out for in the matchup: Tank Dell, the wide receiver for the Texans. He has proven himself to be a game-changer and his impressive performance at the start of the season - ranking sixth in the metric before Week 11 - has resulted in successful outcomes. Dell has maintained his momentum with 22 catches for 319 yards in the last three games. -- Walder

Harm: Jaguars | Texans

When it comes to fantasy football, it's important to keep track of some key stats. For starters, Stroud and Dell have been an impressive duo, racking up a total of 659 yards in just 10 games. This actually makes them the highest-scoring combo of rookie quarterback and rookie receiver in league history. It's also worth noting that the Jaguars' defense isn't exactly impenetrable, as they tend to give up quite a few fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks. If you want to stay on top of which players are ranking highest this week, be sure to check out the Week 12 rankings.

Interesting fact: The Texans have done well in four out of the last five times they played against the Jaguars. From 2018 until now, the Texans have won 10 times and covered the spread 8 times when playing against the Jaguars. You can find more information by clicking the link.

Moody selected the Texans to win with a score of 28-25, while Walder chose the Jaguars with a score of 23-22. FPI predicts that the Jaguars will come out on top with a 57.2% chance of winning, with an average of 2.5 points more than the Texans.

Essential reading for football fans: The Jaguars are now in a favorable position after winning with Lawrence as their leader... The Texans have benefited tremendously from RB Singletary's impact on the game.

Yates has some faith in Trevor Lawrence for Week 12, but he is hesitant about being too confident.

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Saints Vs Falcons: Battle Of The 5-5 & 4-6

The upcoming game will take place at 1 p.m. Eastern Time and will be aired on FOX. The current spread for the game is Atlanta favored by 1 point, and the over/under for the total combined score is set at 42.5 points.

The upcoming game between the Atlanta Falcons and the New Orleans Saints is a must-watch, despite both teams having poor records. The winner of this game could potentially take first place in the NFC South as they still have more games left to play this season. The Falcons will have Desmond Ridder back as their quarterback after losing three games in a row, while the Saints have won two of their past three games. This division has been very unpredictable over the past few seasons, and it's highly likely that the winner of the NFC South will have a record of less than .500 for the second year in a row. Last season, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers won the division with a record of 8-9. - Michael Rothstein

Confident forecast: The Saints' defense is anticipated to generate a minimum of 2 turnovers from Ridder. In their previous game against the Vikings before the bye, the Saints failed to produce a turnover, ending their streak. However, they are predicted to begin a new streak with Ridder returning to the Falcons' lineup. Ridder has been responsible for 7 fumbles and has struggled in 2 games with multiple interceptions this season. Even with Marshon Lattimore out, Alontae Taylor is expected to get his first interception as one of the turnovers.

Important Fact: Alvin Kamara, who is a player for the Saints football team, is the sole running back in the league that has caught the ball 50 times this current season. He has had four seasons where he caught 60 or more passes, which is the same number as Christian McCaffrey, another active RB. Kamara would be the fourth running back since 1990 to achieve five seasons with 60 or more receptions if he manages it again this year.

Key Player to Watch: Ridder. The Atlanta Falcons will certainly struggle to advance without Ridder performing exceptionally well in the passing game, considering the Saints' excellent skills at defending the run. In fact, they are currently at the top spot with regards to EPA permitted per intended carry.

Physical harm: New Orleans Saints | Atlanta Falcons

For those interested in fantasy football, it's important to be aware that the Saints' defense is effective in limiting the amount of yards their opponents pass each game. Additionally, Ridder has typically earned a solid 12.2 fantasy points per game during his time as a starter. To gain more insight, check out the rankings for Week 12. - Moody

Tip for gambling: Whenever the Saints played against a team that currently has a poor record, the total final score of the game turned out to be lower than expected, which happened six times. Learn more by clicking on the link.

According to Moody, the Saints will win the game with a score of 24 while the Falcons will manage to score 20 points. Walder, on the other hand, predicts that the Saints will win with a score of 22 and the Falcons will only be able to score 19. The FPI prediction shows that the Saints have a 56.7% chance of winning, with an average score margin of 2.3 points.

Important game news: The New Orleans Saints have put their wide receiver, Thomas, on the injured reserve list due to a knee injury. Meanwhile, the Atlanta Falcons have decided to continue playing with Ridder as their quarterback for the remainder of the season.

Pittsburgh Steelers Vs Cincinnati Bengals

The football game starts at 1 pm Eastern Time and will be broadcasted on CBS. The point spread is in favor of Pittsburgh with a difference of one point and the over/under for the total score is set at 34.5.

Interesting Plot: On Sunday's game, both teams are trying to establish their offensive style. The Bengals are adapting to Jake Browning as their starting quarterback, mainly because Joe Burrow suffered a wrist injury that ended his season. Meanwhile, the Steelers have dismissed their offensive coordinator, Matt Canada, last Tuesday because they observed that the team is only ranked 28th place in the NFL when it comes to scoring points per game, with only 15.0.

Fearless forecast: Kenny Pickett, the quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers, is expected to have more than one touchdown pass for the second time in his profession. Sometimes, when an offensive coordinator is changed, it can bring fresh energy to the team. As of now, Pickett has the opportunity to display his skills as a potential NFL quarterback since his close friend and quarterbacks coach, Mike Sullivan, will be in charge of calling the plays. This challenge will take place against the Bengals, who have a poor record in passing defense and have allowed an average of 284.3 yards per game through the air in their last three matches.

Interesting fact: The Steelers have won 6 out of 10 games this season even though the opposing teams have gained more yards than them in every match. They are the twentieth team to experience this situation in the first 10 games of the season, however, they are the only team with a positive record.

The key element to focus on in the matchup is Cincinnati's ability to stop their opponent's running game. As Burrow won't be playing for the rest of the season, both teams are expected to face difficulties in scoring points. Unfortunately for the Bengals, their defense when it comes to stopping their opponent's run has not been effective. They are currently at the 29th position, on the list of teams that allowed the most expected points added per designed carry.

Harmful incidents: Steelers vs Bengals.

If you're into fantasy, here's some info to keep in mind: The Pittsburgh team is performing poorly in terms of points per game (28th), total yards per game (280.1), and passing yards per game (31st). The player Pickett has an average of 9.9 fantasy points per game so far this season. However, there are other players like Bryce Young (10.8), Zach Wilson (10.2), and Desmond Ridder (12.2) that have higher per-game averages to consider. Check out the Week 12 rankings for more details.

Interesting fact: The Bengals have not won any of their three divisional games this season and have also failed to cover the spread in those games. Additionally, they have only won one out of their six conference games and have not covered the spread in those games either. Check out more details.

According to Moody, the Bengals will score 21 points and beat the Steelers who will only get 16. On the other hand, Walder thinks the Steelers will win the game by scoring 23 points while the Bengals score 16. As per the FPI prediction, the Steelers hold a 51.2% chance of winning with an expected margin of 0.5 points.

Important reads for this week's matchups: How could the firing of Matt Canada impact the Steelers' offensive strategy? ... Joe Burrow to miss the rest of the season due to a wrist injury ... Analyzing the benefits and drawbacks of the Bengals potentially reaching the playoffs.

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Buccaneers Vs. Colts: Matchup Of Losing Records

The game will kick off at one o'clock eastern time, and it will be broadcast on CBS. The spread is currently in favor of the Indianapolis team, with a two-point lead and a total point projection of 42.5.

Exciting narrative to follow: It'll be fascinating to see how the Colts' faltering defense against the run stacks up against the Buccaneers' ineffective running offense. The Colts have given up an average of 154 rushing yards in their last four games without standout nose tackle Grover Stewart, who is suspended. On the other hand, Tampa Bay is at the bottom of the league in both rushing yards (769) and yards per carry (3.1), which means more pressure on quarterback Baker Mayfield and the passing game. Which team will manage to buck their negative trends? -- Stephen Holder

I predict that the Buccaneers will have a running back, Rachaad White, who will run 100 yards for the first time since he performed well against the Seahawks in Week 10 of last year. The Colts team has allowed more yards to be run past them than any other team in the league for their past four games. White's best performance this season has been when he ran 73 yards against the Bears and the Texans.

Interesting fact: The Indianapolis Colts' running back, Jonathan Taylor, has not been able to exceed 100 rushing yards in 10 consecutive games, which is his longest streak so far. The last time he rushed for over 100 yards was during Week 10 of the previous season.

Key Player to Watch: Left guards Matt Feiler or Aaron Stinnie from the Buccaneers. The Colts claim an underrated pass rush, with DeForest Buckner leading the pack. He's a top-five defensive tackle with a 17% pass rush win rate, making him a force to be reckoned with. Buckner usually lines up against the left guard, which Stinnie has been filling in for while Feiler recovers from a knee injury. Both players have performed well, with a pass block win rate of 92%, only slightly higher than average. However, Buckner will provide stiff competition. -- Walder

Harmful incidents: Tampa Bay team | Indianapolis team

If you're into fantasy, take note that the Indianapolis Colts' wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. has been getting around 9.8 targets, about 72 receiving yards, and roughly 15.8 fantasy points per game in his last six matches. In Week 12, he's going up against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' defense, which has conceded the fourth highest amount of fantasy points for each game to wide receivers. For more information, look at the Week 12 rankings. -- Moody

Interesting fact for gamblers: The Buccaneers have a perfect record of 5-0 against the spread when playing away from home this season, and they were considered underdogs in every game. Additionally, in four out of those five games, the total score ended up being less than the predicted amount. For further details, click the link to read the article.

Moody thinks that the Colts will score 23 points and that the Buccaneers will score 20 points, but Walder believes that the Buccaneers will get 26 points while the Colts will only get 20 points. The FPI prediction gives the Colts a 54.6% chance of winning by an average of 1.6 points.

Key Articles to Check Out: Buccaneers Aim to Overcome Minor Hurdles on Path to Playoffs ... Colts Make Unexpected Decision to Release All-Pro Linebacker Leonard.

Patriots Vs. Giants: Battle Of 2 Struggling Teams

The game is scheduled to start at 1 p.m. Eastern Time and will be broadcasted on FOX. The point spread for the New England team is set at 3.5, with an over/under point total of 33.5.

What to keep an eye on: The game features a face-off between the two teams with the lowest scores in the league. The Giants (who score 13.5 points per game) have the worst record, followed closely behind by the Patriots (who manage 14.1 points per game) despite their big 31-point win against Washington. Brian Daboll, the Giants coach, is optimistic that undrafted rookie quarterback Tommy DeVito is showing progress. – Jordan Raanan

I predict that the Patriots will score more than 20 points for only the third time this season. This is partly because the Giants are not very good at preventing the other team from scoring points, as they currently rank 28th in the NFL for allowing points per game (25.9). Up until now, the Patriots have had some trouble scoring points, but they have been doing better with their running game recently. This could be an advantage for them, as the Giants have not been very successful at stopping opponents from running the ball (opponents typically run for an average of 135.1 yards per game and 4.8 yards per carry). This information is according to Mike Reiss.

Interesting fact: The Giants' top defender Kayvon Thibodeaux managed to sack the opposing team's quarterback twice during his last match against the Commanders, bringing his total number of sacks this season to 10.5. He has quite an impressive record as no Giants player has managed to pull off 10 or more sacks in the first 11 games of a season since Jason Pierre-Paul in 2011.

The key player to watch out for in this matchup is the starting quarterback for the Patriots, whoever that ends up being. It's crucial for them to generate some momentum in their passing game. If they manage that, they should come out on top against DeVito and his team (even though they had a rough game against the Commanders, let's not forget). -- Revised by AI.

Harms: Patriots | Giants

If you're into fantasy football, it's important to be aware of some key information. Demario Douglas, a wide receiver for the Patriots, has been thrown the ball 16 times in the last two games. He's expected to be a crucial player for the team when they go up against the Giants after the bye week. The Giants aren't known for their defensive skills, as they allow wide receivers to score a lot of fantasy points, making them a favorable team for passing plays. To get more detailed rankings for the upcoming Week 12 games, check out Moody's analysis.

Interesting fact: The Patriots have a 2-8 record against the spread, which is the same as the Falcons and is considered the worst in the National Football League. In the last seven games, they have only covered the spread once, giving them a 1-6 record against it. To find out more, click on the link provided.

According to Moody, the Patriots will win with a score of 21 to 20 against the Giants. Walder, on the other hand, predicts that the score will be 23 to 13 in favor of the Patriots. Using FPI prediction, the chances of the Patriots winning are at 72.7% and they are expected to win by an average of 8.1 points.

Essential reading: O'Brien implies that the decision on who will be QB will depend on practice.

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Panthers Take On Titans

The game will start at 1 in the afternoon Eastern Time and will be broadcasted on FOX. The point spread for this game is that Tennessee is favored to win by 3.5 points with a predicted total combined score of 37.5 points.

What to look out for: This upcoming game will be a showdown between two inexperienced quarterbacks. The offense of the Panthers, led by Bryce Young, will take on a Tennessee defense that has been allowing an average of 230 passing yards each game. Meanwhile, Titans quarterback Will Levis will have his work cut out for him facing Carolina's impressive sixth-ranked pass defense, which has only been allowing an average of 179 yards per game. Ultimately, the outcome of this match will depend on which of these young quarterbacks manages to outshine the other.

I predict something daring: Levis, who was selected in the second round of the draft, will throw for over 250 yards and three touchdowns without throwing any interceptions. On the other hand, Young, who was picked first overall, will likely have trouble achieving even 200 yards in passing. Levis has already racked up 857 yards passing and six passing touchdowns in just four starts, which means that if he achieves eight touchdowns and 1,000 passing yards in his next game, he'll become only the fourth quarterback in Titans history to do so in just five career starts. - David Newton.

Interesting fact: The Tennessee Titans' running back, Derrick Henry, has only managed to score four rushing touchdowns so far this season. This is the lowest number of touchdowns he has achieved within the first 10 games since 2018. On average, he has only been able to rush for 66.3 yards per game, which is a significant drop compared to his performance in the previous four seasons where he was able to rush for at least 95 yards per game.

Key Player: The offensive line of the Panthers. In the eleventh week, Carolina's performance in pass block win rate was the worst among all teams. Moreover, over the last four weeks, Ikem Ekwonu has scored the lowest in this metric among all the tackles. Although Young is experiencing a slump, the situation is further compounded by the weak support of the offensive line. -- Walder

Harms: Panthers | Titans

If you're into fantasy football, you should be aware that Henry managed to accumulate 8.4 fantasy points in his last couple of games. The Panthers haven't been that great and the Broncos have actually been even worse, as they've been giving up quite a bit of fantasy points per game. This seems like the ideal opportunity for the Titans running back to make a comeback, but will he be able to exploit this chance? Check out the rankings for Week 12 to find out. - Moody.

Interesting point to consider: The last four games played by the Panthers resulted in final scores that were lower than the predicted total. Additionally, the Panthers are among the two teams that have been predicted to lose for every game this week, the other being the Cardinals. To find out more, click here.

According to Moody, the Titans will beat the Panthers with a score of 21-13. However, Walder disagrees and predicts that the Panthers will win with a score of 20-17. The FPI prediction favors the Titans with a 61.5% chance of winning, and the point difference is expected to be around 3.9 points.

Important stories to watch: Can the Panthers find hope despite losing to the Cowboys? ... The Titans and Coach Vrabel are struggling to find answers as their losses continue to mount.

Browns Vs Broncos Showdown

The game will be airing on FOX at 4:05 p.m. ET and the current spread is in favor of Denver with a 1.5 point advantage. The over/under for total points scored during the game is currently set at 34.5.

The Broncos have won four games in a row, but they are struggling to get their offense going. Even though quarterback Russell Wilson has been playing well, they can't seem to find their rhythm. Wilson has thrown 19 touchdown passes, which ties him for third in the league. He has also led his team to several wins in clutch situations. However, the Browns' Myles Garrett is a tough opponent, as he leads the NFL in sacks with 13. Cleveland is also great at sacking opposing quarterbacks - they do this on an impressive 12.5% of pass attempts. Additionally, they have the best total defense, pass defense, and sixth-best scoring defense in the league. It will be difficult for the Broncos to get their offense going and keep Wilson safe from the Browns' tough defense.

Confident guess: Cleveland is going to win once again by making a final drive in the last second of the game in Denver. This will result in a new record for the Browns as they will have four triumphs this season achieved through a successful drive in the final two minutes of regular playtime. -- Jake Trotter

Interesting fact: Courtland Sutton, a wide receiver for the Broncos, has scored a receiving touchdown in five consecutive games. This is the longest streak for any Broncos player since 2014 (when Julius Thomas also scored in five consecutive games), and he is just one touchdown away from tying the record for the longest streak in Broncos history (which has been achieved five times before, the most recent being Wes Welker in 2013).

Key player to watch: Broncos defender Pat Surtain II. If Surtain can limit the production of wide receiver Amari Cooper, it will worsen an already weakened Browns offense that is missing Deshaun Watson. -- Walder

Harms: Browns | Broncos

If you're into fantasy football, it's important to take note that the Browns' defense has a strong defense against passing touchdowns, allowing only 0.9 per game on average. It's wise to not have too high of expectations for Wilson and the receivers on the Broncos' team. You can check out more detailed rankings for Week 12 for further guidance.

Interesting fact: The total score in every away game played by the Browns this season has exceeded the predicted limit, whereas the total score in five consecutive games played by the Broncos has been less than expected. Learn more.

According to Moody, the Browns will win with a score of 27-24 against the Broncos. On the other hand, Walder predicts that Browns will win, but with a lower score of 19-16. Based on FPI's analysis, it is expected that Browns will win with a chance of 52.4%, with an average score difference of just 0.9 points.

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Rams Vs Cardinals: Battle Of The Struggles

It's 4:05 p.m. Eastern Time and the upcoming game will be broadcast on the FOX network. The spread for this game is even with a total over-under of 44.5.

Interesting plot to keep an eye on: The two main quarterbacks in the game, Kyler Murray from Arizona and Matthew Stafford from Los Angeles, have something to prove. Stafford hasn't been performing well, having thrown nine touchdowns and eight interceptions. Meanwhile, Murray is still trying to get back into the swing of things after undergoing ACL surgery and is looking for more victories. - Rewritten by an AI assistant.

I am making a daring guess that Puka Nacua, a Rams Wide Receiver, will obtain a remarkable achievement with seven successful catches equating to 150 yards. During Week 6, Nacua performed worse, with only four catches resulting in 26 yards. However, in the event that Cooper Kupp (who has a sprained right ankle) does not participate, the attention should shift towards Nacua, especially when encountering a sub-par Cardinals defense ranking at 29th in pass DVOA.

Important Fact: The Rams have been averaging 19.5 points per game in the first 10 games this season. This is the second-lowest score since Sean McVay became their coach in 2017. Moreover, they have not been able to score more than 20 points in the last four consecutive games. If they score under 20 points in their next game, it will be their fifth consecutive game with such low scoring. The last time they had such a long streak was in Weeks 8-12 of the previous season.

The players to watch in the upcoming matchup are the guards on the Cardinals team, Will Hernandez and Carter O'Donnell, as they are responsible for keeping Aaron Donald at bay. However, there are some encouraging statistics to note: Hernandez is ranked seventh among guards with a 95% pass block win rate and O'Donnell has a similar 94% pass block win rate, even though he has not played as much.

Injuries have occurred among the Rams and the Cardinals.

In terms of fantasy football, it's important to keep in mind that the Cardinals defense is known for allowing a lot of fantasy points to quarterbacks - they rank sixth in this category. Make sure to check out the Week 12 rankings to see where your players stand.

Interesting fact: According to data, the Rams have an impressive record of 12-2 ATS against the Cardinals under the guidance of coach Sean McVay, which also includes their playoffs success (11-2 ATS during the regular season). However, despite their past achievements, they have failed to cover the point spread in their last four games. For further details, please check out the link provided.

According to Moody, the Rams will win with a score of 20 while the Cardinals will score 17 points. Meanwhile, Walder believes that the Cardinals will come out on top with a score of 27 and the Rams will score 24. The FPI prediction shows that the Rams have a 65.9% chance of winning, with an average lead of 5.5 points.

Important Reads about the Game: The young defense of the Rams is contributing to their success in keeping Los Angeles in the game. Meanwhile, Murray expresses his disappointment that the offense of the Cardinals did not play up to expectations and hurt the team's performance.

Chiefs Vs Raiders: Battle For Division Lead

It's currently 4:25 p.m. Eastern Time and the upcoming game between two football teams will be broadcasted on CBS. The latest point spread shows that Kansas City is favored to win by 8.5 points with an over/under set at 42.5 points.

Exciting Game Highlight: Keep an eye on the on-field rivalry between the Kansas City Chiefs' quarterback, Patrick Mahomes, and the Las Vegas Raiders' defensive end, Maxx Crosby. In their previous eight encounters since Crosby's debut in 2019, the Chiefs have dominated the Raiders, winning seven matches. Mahomes has been exceptional in these games, throwing for 2,464 yards, 21 touchdowns, and only two interceptions. However, Crosby managed to sack Mahomes four times and land nine QB hits last season, accounting for a significant portion of his overall performance against the Chiefs. This matchup promises to be an exciting showdown.

Daring forecast: The Chiefs might be having a tough time in the second half as they haven't been able to score any points in their past three games. They are facing a lot of problems that include penalties, dropped passes and turnovers, and seem to have no plans of fixing them anytime soon. On the other hand, the Raiders have been performing quite well since their coaching change, only allowing an average of 13 points per game. This means that the Chiefs might struggle even more against this strong opponent.

Interesting fact: The Raiders seem to have a tough time stopping Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, who has scored 11 touchdowns against them throughout his career. This is actually the highest number of touchdowns Kelce has scored against any team. The only players who have scored more touchdowns against the Raiders are Antonio Gates (with 13) and Steve Largent (with 12). As for active players, Davante Adams is the only one with more touchdowns against a single opponent (with 13 against the Vikings).

Key player to watch out for: L'Jarius Sneed, the cornerback for the Chiefs. He was assigned to shadow A.J. Brown in their previous game, which makes it likely that he'll do the same with Adams this time. This could pose a difficult situation for the Raiders as statistics from NFL Next Gen show that Sneed only allows 1.0 yard per coverage snap, which is better than the average for outside corners. In fact, Brown only managed to catch one ball in their last game against the Chiefs.

This blog post is about the injuries of two NFL teams: the Chiefs and the Raiders.

For those who follow fantasy football, it's important to note that Mahomes' wide receivers have been having trouble catching passes. To be more specific, they have dropped 9.2% of the passes thrown to them. This is the highest drop rate for any quarterback in the last 10 seasons after 10 games. Even though the Raiders' secondary is not considered to be top-notch, they have managed to limit the number of fantasy points per game scored by wide receivers, ranking 13th in this category. Don't forget to check the Week 12 rankings for more information.

Gambling tip: The Raiders have covered the spread in all three games under their temporary coach Antonio Pierce. The Chiefs have a record of 13-7 against the spread when playing against the Raiders under coach Andy Reid (winning 17 out of 20 games). Look into it further by clicking here.

According to Moody, the Chiefs will score 24 points while the Raiders will get 16 points. On the other hand, Walder predicts the Chiefs to score 27 points while the Raiders will only manage to score 13 points. FPI also predicts a win for the Chiefs with an 85.6% chance of victory with a margin of 14.2 points on average.

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Bills Visit Eagles In 6-5 Vs. 9-1 Match

The game will start at 4:25 p.m. Eastern Time and will be aired on CBS. The point spread is currently favoring the Philadelphia team by 3.5 points and the over/under for the total score is set at 48.5 points.

Exciting plot to follow: The Bills are currently generating higher yards per game than the Eagles and possess a higher point difference of plus-104 as compared to plus-61 for Philadelphia. However, Buffalo has ended up losing all of its games by six points or fewer, and also has five more turnovers than the Eagles. Philly, on the other hand, has been able to win the tightly contested matches. -- As stated by Tim McManus.

I have a daring forecast: Josh Allen, who has been throwing interceptions in every game for seven games in a row, will finally end this streak. Even though Allen will face the team with the best score on the road, I believe his offense will perform well and his confidence will continue to soar like it did against the Jets. Additionally, the Eagles' defense can offer a challenge to the Bills, but their record of only five interceptions this season is one of the lowest in the NFL.

Interesting fact: Allen has achieved a passing and rushing touchdown in seven games this season, and Jalen Hurts from Philadelphia has done it in six games. Throughout history, only four quarterbacks have accomplished this feat in eight games during a single season, with the current record of nine games being held by Kyler Murray in 2020.

Key player to watch out for: Rasul Douglas, the cornerback for the Bills. His presence has been a huge help for the injured Bills defense, only allowing 0.8 yards per coverage snap. He also managed to nab two interceptions during his three games with the team.

Harms: Bills | Eagles

If you're into fantasy football, it's important to note that the Philadelphia Eagles have an upper hand with their running game thanks to D'Andre Swift. The Buffalo Bills' defense is ranked 16th in terms of their ability to stop the run. Swift has been making a mark this season, with an average of 18.0 touches and 14.9 fantasy points per game. For more information, check out the Week 12 rankings. - Moody

Interesting fact: In his professional career as a Buffalo Bills player, Allen has a record of 11 wins, 5 losses, and 1 tie against the point spread when playing as a underdog on the road. Get more details by reading on.

Moody believes that the Eagles will win with a score of 28-21, while Walder disagrees and thinks the Bills will come out on top with a score of 28-24. However, the FPI prediction leans towards the Bills with a 55.9% chance of winning by an average of 2 points.

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Ravens Vs Chargers: A Clash Of Records

The game will start at 8:20 p.m. Eastern Time on NBC. The Baltimore team is favored to win by four points with an over/under point total of 46.5.

Interesting Matchup: This game features a clash between one of the strongest and weakest defenses in the NFL. The Chargers currently have the poorest record in the league when it comes to defending against the pass, with an average of 291.6 yards allowed per game. They also rank as second worst for total yards allowed per game (393.6) and completions allowed per game (26.5). On the other hand, Baltimore's defense is a force to be reckoned with, ranking in the top three for various defensive categories such as points per game (16.1), passing yards per game (169.7) and total yards per game (273.5). When Baltimore and the Chargers last played in 2021, it was coach Brandon Staley's first season and Baltimore won 34-6. -- Kris Rhim

Here's a bold prediction: Zay Flowers, a rookie receiver for the Ravens, will play so well that he'll earn his first 100-yard receiving game. Even though Flowers is already Baltimore's No. 1 target, he hasn't gone over 78 yards receiving in a game yet this season. But now that Mark Andrews is probably out for the rest of the season with an ankle injury, Flowers will have even more chances to shine. The Chargers haven't been doing great at stopping wide receivers lately - in fact, in the last six games, they've let five different wide receivers get at least 80 yards receiving each. That's a pretty good sign that Flowers has a decent shot at crushing it against them.

Interesting fact: Lamar Jackson and Justin Herbert are both skillful when it comes to performing plays outside the pocket and off play-action. They've been ranked among the top five quarterbacks in QBR in both areas. However, it's worth noting that the Ravens have a solid defense that ranks within the top five in opponent QBR in both categories, while the Chargers are struggling to keep up. In fact, their defense is in the bottom two and is ranked as the worst in opponent QBR outside the pocket.

Key player to watch out for in the game: Isaiah Likely, who is currently the tight end for the Ravens team. Although he is standing in for Andrews, who is not playing, Likely has the potential to make a significant impact against the opposing team that struggles with defending passes. Therefore, he could perform brilliantly from the get-go. -- Walder

There have been injuries reported on both the Ravens and Chargers teams. These injuries may affect the players' ability to perform in their upcoming games. It is uncertain when the players will be able to return to the field.

Tips for Fantasy Football: Jackson will be playing against the Chargers' defense, which has surrendered the second-highest amount of fantasy points to quarterbacks on a per-game basis. Jackson's average score in fantasy points per game is 18.4 when he is on the road this season, and the Chargers' defense also permits wide receivers to score the second-most fantasy points per game. Check out the rankings for Week 12. -- Moody

Interesting fact for betting: In the last eight games that the Chargers have played, the total score has been lower than the predicted amount in seven of them. However, in the last five games that the Ravens have played, the total score has been higher than what was predicted in four of them. To learn more, continue reading.

Moody has chosen the Ravens to win with a score of 27 to 23 against the Chargers. Meanwhile, Walder's prediction is a win for the Ravens with a score of 38 to 23. According to the FPI prediction, the Ravens have a 55.7% chance of winning with an average lead of 2 points.

Important highlights to pay attention to: John Harbaugh says there's a slim chance Andrews will come back this season... Coach Staley confirms the Chargers' Bosa might have to go to injured reserve due to his foot condition... Despite some challenges, Ravens quarterback Jackson is showing great perseverance as the season progresses.

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Bears Face Vikings In Pivotal Matchup

It's Monday evening at 8:15 p.m. Eastern Time, and the sports channel ESPN is broadcasting a game. The odds makers have set the point spread at -3.5 for the team from Minnesota, with the total estimated score for both teams being 43.5.

Interesting plot to follow: The outcome of the game may be determined by how effectively the Vikings' defense can limit the running abilities of quarterback Justin Fields. In their previous game against the Vikings in Week 6, Fields managed to run for 46 yards on eight carries before leaving the game due to a finger injury. Although the Vikings have performed exceptionally well on defense in the past 60 days, they still rank sixth from the bottom in terms of stopping quarterback runs, with only a 35% success rate. -- Kevin Seifert

Courtnen Cronin boldly predicted that the Vikings will continue their winning spree against their NFC North rival, the Bears. This will be their sixth straight win, which is the second highest consecutive wins they've had over the Bears, the first being eight wins from 1972 to 76. Also, they will achieve their third win with a one-point difference out of the last four matches. Joshua Dobbs will lead the Viking's team and make a comeback in the last two minutes of the game. Finally, he will throw the ball to Josh Oliver, who will score the winning touchdown.

Interesting fact: T.J. Hockenson from Minnesota has caught the most passes (75) and gained the highest amount of yards (736) out of all the tight ends. He only needs nine more catches to break the record for the most catches made in a season by a Vikings tight end, currently held by Kyle Rudolph who caught 83 in 2016.

The key players to watch in the upcoming game are the Bears cornerbacks, Jaylon Johnson and Tyrique Stevenson. According to NFL Next Gen Stats, Johnson has one of the lowest yards per coverage snap allowed (0.9) among outside cornerbacks. Although Stevenson has faced some difficulties this season, he performed exceptionally well during Week 11. Together, they might be able to stop the Vikings' passing offense led by Dobbs.

Injuries: Chicago Bears | Minnesota Vikings

If you're a fantasy football player, you should be aware that the Bears' defense is not very good at stopping tight ends from scoring points. This is good news for Hockenson, who should be able to do well in Week 12. Check out the rankings to see where he falls.

Interesting tip: Since 2021, the Vikings have won all five of their games against the Bears, and have covered the spread in four out of the five. For further details, check out the article.

Moody believes that the Vikings will win by scoring 27 points while the Bears will score 19. Meanwhile, Walder's prediction is for the Vikings to score 24 while the Bears score 22. According to FPI, the Vikings have a 61.6% chance of winning with an average lead of 4 points.

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