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NFL DUNKEL


Philadelphia at Dallas
The Eagles look to build on their 4-0 ATS record in their last 4 games against teams with a winning home record. Philadelphia is the pick (+3) according to Dunkel, which has the Eagles favored by 3. Dunkel Pick: Philadelphia (+3). Here are all of this week's picks.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 3

Game 301-302: Indianapolis at Buffalo
Dunkel Ratings: Indianapolis 134.750; Buffalo 131.424
Dunkel Line: Indianapolis by 3 1/2; 37
Vegas Line: Buffalo by 9; 35
Dunkel Pick: Indianapolis (+9); Over

Game 303-304: New Orleans at Carolina
Dunkel Ratings: New Orleans 134.080; Carolina 143.175
Dunkel Line: Carolina by 9; 51
Vegas Line: No Line
Dunkel Pick: N/A

Game 305-306: Jacksonville at Cleveland
Dunkel Ratings: Jacksonville 126.394; Cleveland 131.633
Dunkel Line: Cleveland by 5; 34
Vegas Line: Cleveland by 1; 38 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Cleveland (-1); Under

Game 307-308: Philadelphia at Dallas
Dunkel Ratings: Philadelphia 139.168; Dallas 135.973
Dunkel Line: Philadelphia by 3; 50
Vegas Line: Dallas by 3; 47
Dunkel Pick: Philadelphia (+3); Over

Game 309-310: Chicago at Detroit
Dunkel Ratings: Chicago 124.060; Detroit 119.533
Dunkel Line: Chicago by 4 1/2; 39
Vegas Line: Chicago by 3; 45
Dunkel Pick: Chicago (-3); Under

Game 311-312: New England at Houston
Dunkel Ratings: New England 137.658; Houston 137.881
Dunkel Line: Even; 49
Vegas Line: Houston by 9; 46
Dunkel Pick: New England (+9); Over

Game 313-314: Pittsburgh at Miami
Dunkel Ratings: Pittsburgh 131.599; Miami 134.289
Dunkel Line: Miami by 2 1/2; 40
Vegas Line: Pittsburgh by 3; 45 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Miami (+3); Under

Game 315-316: NY Giants at Minnesota
Dunkel Ratings: NY Giants 130.992; Minnesota 143.093
Dunkel Line: Minnesota by 12; 47
Vegas Line: Minnesota by 9; 47 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Minnesota (-9); Under

Game 317-318: Cincinnati at NY Jets
Dunkel Ratings: Cincinnati 129.580; NY Jets 141.784
Dunkel Line: NY Jets by 12; 38
Vegas Line: NY Jets by 10; 35
Dunkel Pick: NY Jets (-10); Over

Game 319-320: San Francisco at St. Louis
Dunkel Ratings: San Francisco 131.642; St. Louis 122.205
Dunkel Line: San Francisco by 9 1/2; 35
Vegas Line: San Francisco by 7; 40 1/2
Dunkel Pick: San Francisco (-7); Under

Game 321-322: Atlanta at Tampa Bay
Dunkel Ratings: Atlanta 129.738; Tampa Bay 133.916
Dunkel Line: Tampa Bay by 4; 38
Vegas Line: Atlanta by 2 1/2; 42
Dunkel Pick: Tampa Bay (+2 1/2); Under

Game 323-324: Green Bay at Arizona
Dunkel Ratings: Green Bay 137.585; Arizona 135.891
Dunkel Line: Green Bay by 1 1/2; 51
Vegas Line: Arizona by 3 1/2; 44
Dunkel Pick: Green Bay (+3 1/2); Over

Game 325-326: Kansas City at Denver
Dunkel Ratings: Kansas City 120.869; Denver 131.791
Dunkel Line: Denver by 11; 37
Vegas Line: Denver by 13; 38 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Kansas City (+13); Under

Game 327-328: Baltimore at Oakland
Dunkel Ratings: Baltimore 138.673; Oakland 125.806
Dunkel Line: Baltimore by 13; 36
Vegas Line: Baltimore by 10 1/2; 38 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Baltimore (-10 1/2); Under

Game 329-330: Washington at San Diego
Dunkel Ratings: Washington 134.443; San Diego 140.737
Dunkel Line: San Diego by 6 1/2; 44
Vegas Line: San Diego 3 1/2; 39
Dunkel Pick: San Diego (-3 1/2); Over

Game 331-332: Tennessee at Seattle
Dunkel Ratings: Tennessee 132.665; Seattle 126.581
Dunkel Line: Tennessee by 6; 40
Vegas Line: Tennessee by 4; 44
Dunkel Pick: Tennessee (-4); Under

 

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Wunderdog

Game: Tennessee at Seattle (Sunday 1/03 4:15 PM Eastern)
Pick: Seattle +4.5 (-110)
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The Tennessee Titans were a miserable football team through the first six weeks of the season, starting 0-6. They left themselves with no margin for error. To their credit, they didn't cash in their chips, but ran off five straight wins and seven of eight. They nonetheless paid the price for the horrible start. So what is left for this team? They have had to bring it every single week for nine straight weeks, and the playoff dream came to a screeching halt in a 42-17 debacle against San Diego. That game exposed the truth about the Titans - they really are a sub. 500 team. They are just 2-5 on the road this season, scoring 16 points per game and losing by 5 points on average! Meanwhile, Seattle is a winning team at home, allowing just 16.1 points per game. Which team should really be favored? You could sense the quit in this Titans team as San Diego pulled away last week, and I would expect this team will have absolutely nothing left here. The Seahawks have been murdered the last three weeks, dropping three straight to a combined score of 126-24, so how can they win here? I think there is enough pride to give it all they have in the home finale to build on a good feeling for next year. Under Jeff Fisher, Tennesse is 25-37 ATS as a favorite of 3.5 to 9.5 points and 4-12 ATS on the road after back-to-back ATS losses. I think this one is more about the Titans losing their edge that they had to maintain for nine straight games. I wouldn't be surprised to see a team completely unfocused here. I like the Seahawks at home with the points.
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[STACKSONDECK]

dover picks



chargers 5 units

atl 3 units

cincy 2 units

nyg 1 unit



gb/zona over 43 for 2 units

sf/stl under 41 for 2 units

philly/dal under 48 for 1 unit

 

[mikejersey25]

ACE-ACE

$2000.00 Take #308 Dallas (-3) over Philadelphia (1 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 3)
This is my Game of the Week and it is part of the 99 System. The main thing at work here is that Dallas has revenge against the Eagles. Last year these two played on the last game of the year and the Eagles destroyed the Cowboys, knocking them out of the playoffs. This year Dallas can't stop Philadelphia from going to the postseason but they can stop them from getting the No. 2 seed and a bye. Dallas has been really tough at home and already beat the Eagles in Philadelphia this year. I think that they make it a sweep and get a little revenge in the process.

$700.00 Take #323 Green Bay (+3.5) over Arizona (4 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 3)
This game is part of the 99 System. A lot of people think that because Green Bay is a Wild Card team that they have nothing to play for. I don't. This team has built a lot of momentum up over the last month and I think that right now they want to keep it going. Green Bay might be traveling back to Arizona next week so they don't want to show their full arsenal. But I think that they can move the ball at will against the Cardinals. Arizona might have something to play for if Minnesota loses in the early games. But if they don't I can see Arizona folding up the tents like they did last year and saving it for the playoffs. Green Bay wins outright.

$2000.00 Take #313 Pittsburgh (-3) over Miami (1 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 3)
This game is part of the 99 System. Pittsburgh still has a chance at making the playoffs and I expect them to play like it. Mike Tomlin is not the type of guy that will hold back and he will have his team ready to play. Miami made a good run this season but their season pretty much ended last week when they were getting blown out by Houston. Miami's defense is really starting to come apart and I think that the Steelers will play with the pride of a defending champion.

$200.00 Take #327 Baltimore (-10.5) over Oakland (4 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 3)
Unfortunately for the Steelers I think that the Ravens will take care of business. They made a lot of mistakes in Pittsburgh last week and I think that they will clean things up. The Ravens have either lost close games or blown teams out lately. I think that this game will be a blowout. Oakland has been one of the worst bets in the NFL over the last decade. I think that they will roll over in this game and that Baltimore wins in a walk and goes to the playoffs.

$200.00 Take #322 Tampa Bay (+2.5) over Atlanta (1 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 3)
Tampa Bay is 5-3 ATS in its last eight games and it really has some strong momentum right now. The Bucs could have given up when they were down 17-0 against the Saints. They didn't give up there and they will be ready to play against a division rival that already beat them once. I'm not sure if Matt Ryan will play the whole game because Atlanta will be worried about their franchise quarterback getting injured. I think Tampa keeps playing well and get the win here.

KC+13.........................................$300.00

Chi-3...........................................$500.00

 

[ugk]

BEN BURNS
10* Seattle Seahawks +4.5

 

[ugk]

POINTWISE PHONE SERVICE
3* Philly, Tenn, Baltimore, New England
2* Cincinnati, Jacksonville

 

[ugk]

HILTON CONTEST
kc +13 - 78
phi +3 - 68
cin +10 - 68
chi -3 - 57
sd -3.5 - 53
cle pk - 52
ten -4 - 51
ne +8 - 48
atl -3 - 45
nyg +9 - 44
pit -3 - 42
buf -6.5 - 41
bal -10.5 - 38
oak +10.5 - 37
mia +3 - 35
tb +3 - 35
sea +4 - 34
dal -3 - 33
car -7 - 31
jax pk - 30
sf -7.5 - 29
no +7 - 28
gb +3.5 - 27
ari -3.5 - 25
hou -8 - 24
was +3.5 - 23
stl +7.5 - 21
ind +6.5 - 20
det +3 - 19
nyj -10 - 14
min -9 - 13
den -13 - 12

 

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HILTON CONTEST - TOP CONTESTANTS
Contestant Name Wins Loss Ties Sel1 Sel2 Sel3 Sel4 Sel5
BIG E . 51 28 1 BUF TB ARI KC SEA
FEZZIK . 50 28 2 BUF CAR NE TB TEN
EDDIE MONEY . 49 30 1 PHI NE GB BAL SEA
SPORTSMEMO TIM . 49 28 3 CLE DET MIA CIN KC
KILLER 1 . 49 28 3 IND NO DAL CHI BAL
CONTINENTAL SPORTS SERVICE 48 29 3 PHI PIT KC SD TEN
RICKJSPORTS PLAYS.COM 48 31 1 PHI MIA NYG TB OAK
RUSSIAN 2 . 48 32 0 BUF CLE NE TB KC
MIKE BOYD 1 . 48 30 2 PHI PIT CIN ATL KC
MR.SQUINTS . 47 30 3 NE MIA TB KC SD
MISTER P. . 47 29 4 JAX NE MIA TB KC
RERUN . 47 30 3 IND NO HOU ATL SEA
THE LEADER . 47 30 3 DET NYG TB KC SEA
SEVEN YEAR ITCH 47 30 3 CLE DAL DET GB OAK
RONIN . 47 32 1 CHI NE NYG BAL SD
ACE/JEFF SMITH . 47 31 2 DAL CHI PIT GB KC
PUT THE MONEY IN THE BAG 47 30 3 PHI CHI STL KC OAK
TAKE OUT THE TRASH 47 30 3 PHI CHI STL KC OAK

 

[ugk]

ICE PICKS

Pittsburgh Penguins at Florida Panthers*(+130, 5.5)

The holiday break was supposed to recharge the weary Panthers heading into 2010. However, the team’s troubles have continued after losing their third straight game to the Montreal Canadians on New Year’s Eve.

Florida lost 5-4 at home, giving up two third-period goals to spoil a solid outing from goaltender Tomas Vokoun. The Panthers took a costly delay of game penalty early in the final frame, setting up the go-ahead, power-play goal for the Canadians.

"It was suicide," Florida coach Peter DeBoer told the Palm Beach Post about the careless penalty. "We put ourselves in that position and we paid for it. You can't shoot yourself in the foot like that and win too many games."

The game before that, a 4-1 defeat to the New York Rangers, Florida allowed two goals in the third period including a short-handed goal from Marian Gaborik.

The Panthers rank 20th in power-play efficiency and 22nd in penalty kill.

"In the end, it was them converting their opportunities and we were left empty handed," forward Keith Ballard said after Thursday’s loss. "We had plenty of scoring chances, but they made the most of theirs. That was the difference.”

Pick: Penguins

Philadelphia Flyers at Ottawa Senators*(-115, 5.5)

Not only did the Flyers have a four-game winning streak snapped by their 2-1 OT loss to the Boston Bruins in the New Year’s Day’s Winter Classic, but the defeat sucked the air out of the franchise after it took a 1-0 lead into the third period.

"It was a fun week, but it's just disappointing the way it ended," Flyers forward Danny Briere told the Philadelphia Enquirer. "It is what it is."

Both teams played with fire in their skates, knowing the importance of winning the nationally-televised event. The Flyers needed the win to give them momentum heading into the second half of the schedule after falling short of expectations earlier in the year.

Philadelphia’s offense fell flat, scoring just one goal and firing only five shots on goal in the third period. The Flyers had been on fire offensively in recent games, scoring a total of 17 goals during their four-game winning run.

"We had six or seven two-on-one chances and just weren't able to capitalize," Chris Pronger told reporters.

Philly visits a Senators team that has won three of its last four games, is 15-6-1-2 at home and shutout the Flyers 2-0 when the teams met in Philadelphia last month.

Pick: Ottawa

 

[ugk]

SWAMI-CHRIS BERMAN
LW 1-3-1 overall 45-40
PHIL 24 - DALLAS 21
WASH 13 - SD 24
PITT 27 - MIAMI 24
JAX 16 - CLEV 19
HIS PICKS HIGHLIGHTED

 

[ugk]

SPORTS WAGERS

OAKLAND +10½ over Baltimore

In one of the few meaningful games this final Sunday the Ravens need a win and they’re in. That scenario has definitely created an inflated line because most bettors love to wager on teams that are in a “must-win” situation. Having said that, there has been a lot of ruined bankrolls that have played that angle and it would not surprise one bit to see the Raiders win this one outright. No way you say? Well, let’s see. Four of Oakland's five wins this year have come versus teams either in the playoffs or still alive in the hunt. That includes a pair of division leaders in Philadelphia and Cincinnati, as well as the Steelers and Broncos. The Ravens are 2-5 on the road and the Raiders would love nothing more than to knock out a team. Besides, we’re not asking the Raiders to win. They’ll get 10½ big points at home against a team that is simply not that great. One of its road wins came at Cleveland and its other road win came in San Diego in the second game of the season. The Raiders have a chance to post its best win total in years, they also have a shot to knock someone out and most importantly, you’ll have to pay a serious premium to bet against them. Play: Oakland +10½ (Risking 2.12 units to win 2).


Cincinnati +10 over N.Y. JETS

This game has been rescheduled for Sunday night and while the Jets control its own destiny, a Bengals win would give them the No. 3 seed should Houston defeat New England in a 1 p.m. game. Being a #3 seed as oppose to a #4 seed could mean an extra home game for the Bengals and expecting them to lay down here is not a good idea. In fact, it’s very likely that if the Jets win here they’ll go into Cincinnati next week for a playoff game. Bengals coach Marvin Lewis says he’s playing to win Sunday and why wouldn’t he? The Bengals can move up in the seedings and they also come in with a defense that is one of the best in the business. Furthermore, that defense will most definitely be playing with a chip on its shoulder, as none of the players were chosen to play in this year’s Pro Bowl. The Jets favored by 10 here is pretty ridiculous when you consider that Houston is a 9-point favorite over the Pats and should win. Even if the Texans lose and the Bengals are playing for nothing, we can always come back with a bet on the Jets later in the day to offset this. However, based on Houston winning and with this game now featured in prime time, it’s highly, highly unlikely that the Bengals roll over. The Jets are a brutal favorite and cannot be trusted laying any points, let alone 10 to a quality team. Play: Cincinnati +10 (Risking 3.24 units to win 2).


SAN DIEGO –4 over Washington

Norv Turner insists he’ll play win, which means playing the starters but even if he chooses to rest them, it should not matter. You see, the Redskins are done. They finished the season last week against the G-Men and after consecutive weeks on prime time TV, this one offers up no motivation for them whatsoever. They were beaten in both by a combined score of 62-12 and both those games were in DC. Now they’re asked to travel cross-country for its final game of the year and again, where the motivation is going to come from is a complete mystery. They had no interest against the G-Man and not much more against the Cowboys, arguably its two biggest rivals. The Chargers at its worst should roll over this uninterested visitor and carry momentum into the playoffs. Besides, even if the Chargers starters are limited the back-ups will be highly motivated to show what they can do should a couple of injuries occur in the playoffs. Play: San Diego –4 +1.03 (Risking 2 units).

 

[ugk]

RANDALL the HANDLE
THE BEST

Giants @ Vikings

The Vikings are in the playoffs and are hoping to secure a #2 seeding with victory here. The Giants won’t be participating in the post-season but we still prefer a proud but humiliated New York squad to this reeling Minnesota bunch. The Vikes have lost three of four and will be playing this one off a short week, overtime loss. G-men excel on the road, failing to cover in only seven of past 30 when traveling. New York ’s pass rush should rattle Minnesota ’s shaky front line enough to keep this one close.

TAKING: NY Giants +9 RISKING: 2.08 units to win 2 Pinnacle

Eagles @ Cowboys

Things bode well here for the Eagles. They’ve won six straight. While the Cowboys won the earlier meeting by a 20-16 counts, the Eagles have been victorious in eight of the past nine in second leg of their home-and-home with the Cowboys. Philadelphia will secure the #2 seed with a win, no matter what the outcomes of other games are. While Dallas has picked up the pace recently and remain a legit contender, it must finish strong. But with nine consecutive losses in their final regular season game and with Philadelphia’s success when traveling here, seeing will be believing.

TAKING: Philadelphia +3 RISKING: 2.1 units to win 2 Pinnacle

Titans @ Seahawks

The Seahawks packed it in weeks ago and there is no reason to believe that they show up for this one. Over its past three games, Seattle has been outscored 106-24. This host lacks a running game, has a 25th ranked defence and presents little fear with its passing game. The Titans are eliminated from post-season but will put forth a strong effort here today. Tennessee’s only losses in past nine games were at the hands of talented Colts and Chargers.

TAKING: Tennessee –4 RISKING: 2.16 units to win 2 Pinnacle

THE REST

Bears @ Lions

If it’s possible for the Bears to have a further letdown after this disappointing season, this could be the spot. After winning its ‘Super Bowl’ on Monday night, Chicago figures to be very flat for this irrelevant affair in addition to its plethora of injuries.TAKING: Detroit +3

Patriots @ Texans

The Texans need any two of Ravens, Jets or Broncos to lose and they must win to make the playoffs. Good luck with that. But Houston can finish season on four-game win streak and first winning season while Patriots likely to rest starters.TAKING: Houston –8

Steelers @ Dolphins

Both teams require minor miracles to qualify for the playoffs but with determining results unknown at kickoff, both will be putting forth full efforts. RB Ricky Williams nursing a sore shoulder and that will hinder Miami’s dependence on the ground game.TAKING: Pittsburgh –3

Colts @ Bills

The Colts couldn’t have been clearer when they sacrificed a perfect regular season by resting their stars last week. Same will occur this week with stars getting a few reps and then heading to the heaters. Bills could hang in against Indy’s reserves.TAKING: Buffalo

Jaguars @ Browns

The Browns were favoured for the first time last week against the lowly Raiders and managed a cover. Don’t expect lightning to strike twice. While the Jaguars are not exactly elite, they don’t deserve this type of disrespect from oddsmakers.TAKING: Jacksonville +1 ½

Saints @ Panthers

Panthers have upped their game but too little too late for them. The Saints have regressed since marquee Monday nighter against Patriots. New Orleans will rest players but not so sure they want to enter post-season on three-game skid.TAKING: New Orleans

Falcons @ Buccaneers

Atlanta determined to give franchise its first consecutive winning seasons despite not qualifying for playoffs. Tampa off a pair of road wins, including huge upset at New Orleans last week but this price range has us leery.TAKING: Atlanta –1 ½

49ers @ Rams

The Rams can finally accomplish something by doing what they do best. Lose. St. Louis secures much needed first pick in next year’s draft with a loss here. Facing a 49ers teams that treats every game like its playoffs, expect San Fran to aid the Rams in their quest.TAKING: San Francisco –7

Packers @ Cardinals

Expect a conservative contest in this one as these two could be right back here next week when playoffs begin. We’ll take any points being offered as neither squad will be anxious to show its best hand. Prefer under posted total..TAKING: Green Bay +3

Bengals @ Jets

Remarkably, if the Jets win they are in. It will be short visit to the playoffs if they do get by this one but either way, asking them to win by this large margin is a tall order. New York has been favoured by five or more three times this season and lost all three straight up.TAKING: Cincinnati +10

Chiefs @ Broncos

This has become a minefield for the Chiefs, having lost eight straight on this field in addition to earlier meeting in Kansas City resulting in 44-13 drubbing. Denver could be disinterested after early results but still prefer them to finish strongly against this chump.TAKING: Denver –13

Ravens @ Raiders

Baltimore controls its own destiny as a win grants them post-season activity. The Raiders would like nothing more than to play spoiler. We’ve seen Oakland knock off the Steelers, Eagles and Bengals in this price range and similar effort gets cover here.TAKING: Oakland +11

Redskins @ Chargers

The Chargers are locked into the #2 spot and with 10 straight wins, Norv Turner has vowed to keep the momentum going. The Skins were playing hard until recently and have dropped last pair by a combined 62-12.TAKING: San Diego –4

 

[ugk]

DR BOB
MIAMI 25 Pittsburgh (-3.0) 22
Over/Under Total: 45.0
10:00 AM Pacific Time Sunday, Jan-03

I'll consider Miami a Strong Opinion at +3 points or more.
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Tennessee (-4.0) 28 SEATTLE 19
Over/Under Total: 45.0
01:15 PM Pacific Time Sunday, Jan-03

I'll consider Tennessee a Strong Opinion at -4 or less and I'd take the Titans in a 2-Star Best Bet at -3 (at -115 odds or better).

 

[ugk]

DOUG WILLIAMS
Here are my week 17 picks

New York Giants +8.5 vs. Minnesota Vikings -8.5
The Vikes need a win against the Giants and with a Philadelphia Eagles loss to clinch the second seed in the NFC playoffs.
Their defense has been taking a beating in the last two weeks but I'm thinking they'll bring their A game against the Giants. I'm just not sure that will be enough.
I think the Vikings will win, but I can't see them covering.

Pick: Giants to Cover the +8.5


Green Bay Packers +3 vs. Arizona Cardinals -3
Arizona couldn’t cover spreads against San Fran and Detroit in 2 out of their last 3 games. I think the Packers will be too good for them here.

Pick: Packers to Cover +3

Philadelphia Eagles +3 vs. Dallas Cowboys -3
Dallas has won 4 out of their last 6 including that great victory over the Saints, but I think they will hit a brick wall against the Eagles.
Take the Eagles as Underdogs here.

Pick: Eagles to Cover the +3

 

[ugk]

DCI
Sunday, January 3, 2010
Indianapolis 25, BUFFALO 14
CAROLINA 24, New Orleans 23
CLEVELAND 21, Jacksonville 16
DALLAS 24, Philadelphia 20
Chicago 27, DETROIT 18
New England 22, HOUSTON 20
MIAMI 22, Pittsburgh 21
MINNESOTA 31, N.Y. Giants 25
N.Y. JETS 17, Cincinnati 12
San Francisco 23, ST. LOUIS 10
Atlanta 21, TAMPA BAY 16
ARIZONA 27, Green Bay 24
DENVER 30, Kansas City 15
Baltimore 20, OAKLAND 13
SAN DIEGO 32, Washington 12
Tennessee 30, SEATTLE 17

 

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NORM HITZGES
NFL

Double Play
·Indy/Buffalo Under

Single Plays
· San Francisco -7 vs St Louis
· Oakland +10.5 vs Baltimore
· NY Giants +9 vs Minnesota
· Kansas City +13 vs Denver
· Cincy +1 vs NY Jets

 

[ugk]

MR A

Sunday, January 3rd, 2010 1:00 PM EST.
San Francisco 49ers (7-8) at St. Louis Rams (1-14)

Edward Jones Dome - St. Louis, Missouri
The San Francisco 49ers will end a frustrated season when they travel to St. Louis to battle the worst team in the NFL, the St. Louis Rams. Look for Mike Singletary and team to finish this year with a victory. The 49ers’ defense will bring the Rams’ pathetic offense averaging 10 points per game to a standstill. The 49ers are 8-2 ATS in its last 10 games against the Rams, 4-1 ATS in its last 5 in St. Louis.

Oddsmakers: San Francisco as a -8 point road favorite with the total listed at 40½ 'over'.
San Francisco 49ers -8

Sunday, January 3rd, 2010 4:15 PM EST.
Baltimore Ravens (8-7) at Oakland Raiders (5-10)

Oakland Coliseum - Oakland, California
Baltimore Ravens will be in command of Oakland and hopefully a wild card ticket to the playoffs. The Ravens are 8-1 both straight-up and against the spread in the last nine games versus the Raiders.

Oddsmakers: Baltimore as a -10½ point road favorite with the total listed at 38 'over'.
Baltimore Ravens -10½

Sunday, January 3rd, 2010 4:15 PM EST.
Kansas City Chiefs (3-12) at Denver Broncos (8-7)

INVESCO Field at Mile High - Denver, Colorado
Denver Broncos have won four of the last five contests against the Chiefs in this series and the last eight at Mile High, going 6-2 ATS Look for the Bronco's offense to rip apart the Chiefs’ pitiable defense.

Oddsmakers: Denver as a -11 point home favorite with the total listed at 38 'over'.
Denver Broncos -11

 

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GINA'S NFL PREDICTIONS

Sunday, January 3rd, 1:00 p.m. est.
Indianapolis Colts (14-1) at Buffalo Bills (5-10)

Ralph Wilson Stadium - Orchard Park, New York
Indianapolis will play safe and pull most of their key starters. However, the sorry Bills will have a problem beating the Colts backups. Buffalo is 2-10 ATS in their last 12 home games.

Indianapolis Colts +8½

Sunday, January 3rd, 1:00 p.m. est.
Pittsburgh Steelers (8-7) at Miami Dolphins (7-8)

Land Shark Stadium - Miami Gardens, Florida
This is a vital game for both the Steelers and Dolphins. Go with Big Ben and troops to sting the Dolphins secondary and seize a close win in the Sunshine State against the Dolphins. Besides, the Dolphins biggest weapon, running back Ricky Williams most likely won’t play due to a shoulder injury.

Pittsburgh Steelers -3

Sunday, January 3rd, 4:15 p.m. est.
Philadelphia Eagles (11-4) at Dallas Cowboys (10-5)

Cowboys Stadium - Arlington, Texas
Tony Romo and boys have been hot the last five weeks, but the Eagles are on a roll. Philadelphia has won their last six games and quarterback Donovan McNabb has thrown over 300 passing yards in his last two games. Going to be a close battle. Take the field goal.

Philadelphia Eagles +3

Sunday, January 3rd, 4:15 p.m. est.
Washington Redskins (4-11) at San Diego Chargers (12-3)

Qualcomm Stadium -- San Diego, California
The Chargers most likely will sit some key players, but even without Rivers and his talented receivers look for the Chargers to win at home against the fizzle out Redskins. Washington has dropped nine of their last ten road games, 1-6 on the road this season.

San Diego Chargers -3½

 

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JB COMPUTER PICKS

Sunday, January 3rd, 2009 (eastern time)
Indianapolis at Buffalo, 1:00 PM Indianapolis Colts +8½
New Orleans at Carolina, 1:00 PM Carolina Panthers
Jacksonville at Cleveland, 1:00 PM Jacksonville Jaguars +1
Chicago at Detroit, 1:00 PM Chicago Bears -3
New England at Houston, 1:00 PM New England Patriots +8
Pittsburgh at Miami, 1:00 PM Pittsburgh Steelers -3
NY Giants at Minnesota, 1:00 PM New York Giants +9
San Francisco at St. Louis, 1:00 PM St. Louis Rams +8
Atlanta at Tampa Bay, 1:00 PM Atlanta Falcons -2½

Green Bay at Arizona, 4:15 PM Green Bay Packers +3½
Kansas City at Denver, 4:15 PM Denver Broncos -11
Baltimore at Oakland, 4:15 PM Oakland Raiders +10½
Washington at San Diego, 4:15 PM San Diego Chargers -3½ ***
Tennessee at Seattle, 4:15 PM Tennessee Titans -4½
Philadelphia at Dallas, 4:15 PM Dallas Cowboys -3

Cincinnati at NY Jets, 8:30 PM Cincinnati Bengals +9½