Here are the expert picks for the NFL games scheduled on Sunday, December 22, 2024:
1. New York Giants @ Atlanta Falcons
• Moneyline: Falcons (-180), Giants (+160)
• Spread: Falcons -4.5
• Over/Under: 43.5 points
• Pick: Falcons to win and cover; under 43.5 points
• Reasoning: Atlanta’s run game and home-field advantage should outmatch New York’s struggling offense in a low-scoring game.
2. Detroit Lions @ Chicago Bears
• Moneyline: Lions (-150), Bears (+130)
• Spread: Lions -3.5
• Over/Under: 44.0 points
• Pick: Lions to win and cover; over 44.0 points
• Reasoning: Detroit’s offense, led by Jared Goff, should take advantage of Chicago’s weak secondary in a higher-scoring contest.
3. Tennessee Titans @ Indianapolis Colts
• Moneyline: Colts (-125), Titans (+105)
• Spread: Colts -2.5
• Over/Under: 42.0 points
• Pick: Colts to win and cover; under 42.0 points
• Reasoning: Indianapolis’ balanced attack and solid defense should handle Tennessee’s inconsistent offense.
4. Cleveland Browns @ Cincinnati Bengals
• Moneyline: Bengals (-200), Browns (+170)
• Spread: Bengals -5.5
• Over/Under: 47.0 points
• Pick: Bengals to win and cover; over 47.0 points
• Reasoning: Cincinnati’s explosive offense, led by Joe Burrow, should dominate Cleveland in a high-scoring game.
5. Arizona Cardinals @ Carolina Panthers
• Moneyline: Panthers (-140), Cardinals (+120)
• Spread: Panthers -3.0
• Over/Under: 39.5 points
• Pick: Panthers to win and cover; under 39.5 points
• Reasoning: Carolina’s defense should control the pace against Arizona’s struggling offense in a low-scoring matchup.
6. Philadelphia Eagles @ Washington Commanders
• Moneyline: Eagles (-250), Commanders (+210)
• Spread: Eagles -7.5
• Over/Under: 46.5 points
• Pick: Eagles to win and cover; over 46.5 points
• Reasoning: Philadelphia’s dynamic offense and superior talent should lead to a comfortable win in a high-scoring game.
7. Los Angeles Rams @ New York Jets
• Moneyline: Jets (-115), Rams (-105)
• Spread: Jets -1.5
• Over/Under: 42.5 points
• Pick: Jets to win and cover; under 42.5 points
• Reasoning: New York’s defense and home-field advantage give them a slight edge in a low-scoring contest.
8. Minnesota Vikings @ Seattle Seahawks
• Moneyline: Seahawks (-135), Vikings (+115)
• Spread: Seahawks -3.0
• Over/Under: 45.5 points
• Pick: Seahawks to win and cover; over 45.5 points
• Reasoning: Seattle’s balanced offense and home advantage make them favorites in a moderately high-scoring game.
9. Jacksonville Jaguars @ Las Vegas Raiders
• Moneyline: Jaguars (-125), Raiders (+105)
• Spread: Jaguars -2.5
• Over/Under: 48.5 points
• Pick: Jaguars to win and cover; over 48.5 points
• Reasoning: Jacksonville’s offense should outpace Las Vegas in what’s expected to be a shootout.
10. New England Patriots @ Buffalo Bills
• Moneyline: Bills (-220), Patriots (+180)
• Spread: Bills -6.5
• Over/Under: 43.5 points
• Pick: Bills to win and cover; under 43.5 points
• Reasoning: Buffalo’s defense and offensive consistency should secure a decisive home win.
11. San Francisco 49ers @ Miami Dolphins
• Moneyline: Dolphins (-120), 49ers (+100)
• Spread: Dolphins -1.5
• Over/Under: 49.0 points
• Pick: Dolphins to win; over 49.0 points
• Reasoning: Miami’s explosive offense and home-field advantage should overcome San Francisco’s tough defense in a high-scoring affair.
12. Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Dallas Cowboys
• Moneyline: Cowboys (-300), Buccaneers (+250)
• Spread: Cowboys -9.5
• Over/Under: 45.5 points
• Pick: Cowboys to win and cover; under 45.5 points
• Reasoning: Dallas’ defense and home-field advantage will likely lead to a dominant win in a lower-scoring game.
Parlay Option
1. Bengals -5.5
2. Eagles -7.5
3. Dolphins -1.5
4. Bills -6.5
Odds: Approx. +1000
$10 Bet Payout: ~$110
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