Picks for 12/10/23
NFL
1:00 PM EST
Rotation #108
Ravens -7.5 over Rams (loss)
The Rams are playing an early start on the other side of the country against a Ravens team that dominates at home. Rams QB Matthew Stafford is solid, and the running game bounced back nicely after so many critical injuries, but they don’t have the firepower to stay in this contest defensively. Ravens QB Lamar Jackson is a magician who keeps defensive players guessing. Baltimore has a great offensive line, a great running game, and a ton of receivers. It’s impressive how well Jackson has been even without tight-end Mark Andrews. The Baltimore defensive front seven will be too much for the Rams offensive line. Take the Ravens.
1:00 PM EST
Rotation #108
Ravens -7.5 over Rams (loss)
The Rams are playing an early start on the other side of the country against a Ravens team that dominates at home. Rams QB Matthew Stafford is solid, and the running game bounced back nicely after so many critical injuries, but they don’t have the firepower to stay in this contest defensively. Ravens QB Lamar Jackson is a magician who keeps defensive players guessing. Baltimore has a great offensive line, a great running game, and a ton of receivers. It’s impressive how well Jackson has been even without tight-end Mark Andrews. The Baltimore defensive front seven will be too much for the Rams offensive line. Take the Ravens.
NFL
1:00 PM EST
Rotation #114
Falcons -2.5 over Bucs (loss)
The right team is favored this afternoon, as the Falcons have more raw talent than the Bucs. Of course, Tampa has outstanding receivers, but there is more to the football game than that. Bucs QB Baker Mayfield doesn’t scare anyone, and on defense, they are most likely missing Vita Vea, which is a massive loss for the run defense. Look for Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeir to have big games on the ground. Falcons’ quarterback Desmond Ridder is below-average, but he can run the ball and throw it to receivers who make plays out of nothing. The Bucs’ secondary will not have the services of Jamel Dean, making it challenging for the backup cornerbacks. Take the Falcons.
1:00 PM EST
Rotation #114
Falcons -2.5 over Bucs (loss)
The right team is favored this afternoon, as the Falcons have more raw talent than the Bucs. Of course, Tampa has outstanding receivers, but there is more to the football game than that. Bucs QB Baker Mayfield doesn’t scare anyone, and on defense, they are most likely missing Vita Vea, which is a massive loss for the run defense. Look for Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeir to have big games on the ground. Falcons’ quarterback Desmond Ridder is below-average, but he can run the ball and throw it to receivers who make plays out of nothing. The Bucs’ secondary will not have the services of Jamel Dean, making it challenging for the backup cornerbacks. Take the Falcons.
NFL
1:00 PM EST
Rotation #115-116
Colts/Bengals Over 44 (win)
Bengals QB Jake Browing has arrived and is making his mark on the league, looking for a starting job in 2024. Joe Mixon is a great running back, and the offensive line has veteran players who will open holes and pass protection well. Ja’Marr Chase should have a big day, and I expect the Bengals to score a lot. Colts QB Gardner Minshew is a veteran QB that can make plays. Zach Moss is having an outstanding year running the ball, as both should keep the Cincinnati defense guessing which play is coming next. There are a lot of flaws in each defense. Look for a high-scoring game. Take the Over.
1:00 PM EST
Rotation #115-116
Colts/Bengals Over 44 (win)
Bengals QB Jake Browing has arrived and is making his mark on the league, looking for a starting job in 2024. Joe Mixon is a great running back, and the offensive line has veteran players who will open holes and pass protection well. Ja’Marr Chase should have a big day, and I expect the Bengals to score a lot. Colts QB Gardner Minshew is a veteran QB that can make plays. Zach Moss is having an outstanding year running the ball, as both should keep the Cincinnati defense guessing which play is coming next. There are a lot of flaws in each defense. Look for a high-scoring game. Take the Over.
NFL
4:25 PM EST
Rotation #125
Bills +1.5 over Chiefs (win)
The Bills have been a disappointment this year as they lost too many games they should have won. They still have a great team and will compete today. Kansas City is not having its best year, but still dangerous. Buffalo had two weeks to prepare for this game, and they know the next loss most likely means the playoffs are out of the picture. Look for Josh Allen to make fewer mistakes today and the overall toughness of the Bills to win the game. Kansas City’s defense has a tough time stopping the run at times, meaning James Cook should break loose today. Look for the upset at Arrowhead. Take the Bills.
4:25 PM EST
Rotation #125
Bills +1.5 over Chiefs (win)
The Bills have been a disappointment this year as they lost too many games they should have won. They still have a great team and will compete today. Kansas City is not having its best year, but still dangerous. Buffalo had two weeks to prepare for this game, and they know the next loss most likely means the playoffs are out of the picture. Look for Josh Allen to make fewer mistakes today and the overall toughness of the Bills to win the game. Kansas City’s defense has a tough time stopping the run at times, meaning James Cook should break loose today. Look for the upset at Arrowhead. Take the Bills.