Last week was challenging, resulting in a 4-10 record for the author, with a slightly better spread record of 6-8. After disagreements on six games with Sims, the author’s lead has narrowed from 9 to just 2 games. Current records are 51-26-1 straight up and 44-34 against the spread for the author, and 49-28-1, 39-39 for Sims.
A reminder is made to gamble responsibly with only what you can afford to lose. The article proceeds with game predictions for the week:
- Eagles (-7) vs. Giants: Author predicts 24-13; Sims predicts 27-17.
- Broncos (-7.5) vs. Jets: Author predicts 28-9; Sims predicts 28-13.
- Rams (-7.5) vs. Ravens: Author predicts 30-13; Sims predicts 34-17.
- Cowboys (-3) vs. Panthers: Author predicts 27-20; Sims predicts 31-27.
- Cardinals vs. Colts (-7): Author predicts 27-17; Sims predicts 31-20.
- Seahawks vs. Jaguars (-1.5): Author predicts Jaguars 21-17; Sims predicts 34-24.
- Chargers at Dolphins (-4.5): Author predicts 27-24; Sims predicts 23-20.
- Patriots (-3.5) vs. Saints: Author predicts 24-16; Sims predicts 28-17.
- Browns vs. Steelers (-5.5): Author predicts 24-14; Sims predicts 20-13.
- Titans vs. Raiders (-3.5): Author predicts 28-24; Sims predicts 20-13.
- Bengals vs. Packers (-14): Author predicts 34-17; Sims predicts 35-20.
- 49ers vs. Buccaneers (-3): Author predicts 31-27; Sims predicts 24-20.
- Lions vs. Chiefs (-2.5): Author predicts 30-24; Sims predicts 30-21.
- Bills (-4.5) vs. Falcons: Author predicts 23-20; Sims predicts 24-21.
- Bears at Commanders (-4.5): Author predicts 35-27; Sims predicts 34-31.
The article emphasizes the unpredictability of outcomes but remains optimistic for the current week.