EAGLES (+2) over Cowboys: Carson “Fumbler” Wentz vs. “Big-Game” Jason Garrett? Philadelphia is eager to repay damages for their worst loss of year (by 27) at Dallas in Week 7. The Eagles win this, they hold the hammer. Even should the Birds lose to Giants in Week 17, Dallas would need to rebound with a win over Washington. A better first-half showing by Philly would help. Wither Dak Prescott’s right shoulder?

Giants (+2½) over REDSKINS: Expect a rejuvenated Daniel Jones to lean heavily on Saquon Barkley, winning the time-of-possession edge in a quest to finish the season the right way. Eli Manning sits, his career .500 record intact. We’d start either peak-form George Blanda or Broadway Joe (though both were below .500, careerwise) in an isolated must-win setting, without hesitation.

Steelers (-3) over JETS: Fact we actually like the Titans this week adds theoretical pressure on Pittsburgh, since a Tennessee triumph would put added heat on Delvin “Duck” Hodges and friends. Coach Mike Tomlin can take it. Give Sam Darnold the edge in experience and the Jets’ home-dogdom a plus — but recent Steelers defensive dominance as road chalk is undeniable.

Jaguars (+7) over FALCONS: Compulsory competition-dynamics play, given Atlanta is fresh off their relentless upset of the 49ers as double-digit dogs. Anyone who still leans to the Falcons in this spot should review their recent record against NFC competition. Must-take — by default.

TITANS (+2¹/₂) over Saints: We’re not often enthusiastic about AFC South schoolyard bullies going against league’s crème dela crème, but New Orleans may be biting off more than it can chew, giving points to Ryan Tannehill. With the ’dog striving for postseason, going to go against Drew Brees, who prefers glib home track to road surfaces that cows can eat.

Bengals (pick) over DOLPHINS: Cincinnati can afford to win, given they appear to have a hammerlock on 2020’s top draft choice. Of course, this means Cincy faces digging deep to pay a name worthy of the pick — but they owe the fan base something, after a lengthy paucity of postseason success.

Panthers (+7) over COLTS: Rookie Will Grier makes his NFL debut after Carolina came back last week to wind up superficially close against the quasi-prevent-deploying Seahawks, who had the game in hand. With Jacoby Brissett being asked to lay a full touchdown, given Indianapolis’ defense, in Grier we trust.

Ravens (-10) over BROWNS: Given Cleveland has broken every backer invoking the “they have to win this one” mantra, must come to grips with Browns’ attitudes — and coach Freddie Kitchens’ eternally vulnerable approach and in-game performance. Ravens’ motivation? With a win, the waterboy can play quarterback next week.

BRONCOS (-7) over Lions: Denver got more than a little ahead of themselves after an upset at Houston, then Pat Mahomes stretched his snowstorm record to 2-0 when rookie Drew Lock failed to kick the offense into gear for Denver last week. Broncos defense should stuff this foe.

CHARGERS (-7) over Raiders: The Silver and Black are at the head of the line at the trauma center after their putrid come-from-ahead endgame vs. the borderline-competitive Jags last week. Key Raiders people can’t be proud of season’s pathetic finish. Chargers backers are in no better shape … oh, the Vikings just scored, again. Close call!

SEAHAWKS (-9½) over Cardinals: This should go “over” 50 … given the Cards’ vulnerable secondary. With their experience and with so much to play for, the ’Hawks should win on class and remain in great position for the NFC’s No. 1 seed, as they seek seasonal sweep over San Francisco next week. The primary threat could be an Arizona backdoor score.

BEARS (+6) over Chiefs: Chicago has tweaked its offensive schemes in an attempt to provide Mitch Trubisky greater protection within a moving pocket. Sans playoff pressures, the Bears are free to play spoiler and are perfect this season in home-dog role, having rolled the Cowboys. This is mucho points for Bears to catch, given their defense. No deep freeze, with projected temps in lower 40s.

Monday

VIKINGS (-5½) over Packers: This is a significant historical challenge for Minnesota, given it is being asked to cope with Aaron Rodgers. But Rodgers is past his peak, foes have gotten old this season waiting for Kirk Cousins to revert to classic choke mode, and the game is in Minnesota. Dalvin Cook’s likely absence hurts the hosts, but it’s charming that the Packers make the postseason if they beat inert Lions next week, no matter what happens here.

Last week: 3-12

Season: 99-102-4

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