The NFL continues with Week 17 action, and we have NFL expert betting picks and predictions for every game of the year.
Action starts with a Boxing Day triple-header, and the featured games this week include Cowboys vs. Commanders, Lions vs. Vikings, and Eagles vs. Bills.
NFL Week 17 Predictions
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Friday 26/12/25
The Cowboys dropped to 6-8-1 with a loss last week, but they will want to finish strong, especially against teams like the Commanders.
They are the better team in this matchup, and with the Commanders struggling since losing their starting quarterback, we can’t include them in our NFL picks this week.
Take the Cowboys to cover the –8.5 line.
Cowboys by 10
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The Lions are clinging onto hopes of playing in the playoffs, which is hard to fathom after their excellent start to the season.
It has been a massive downturn in form, but the best way to bounce back is by beating the Vikings comfortably, and a big performance from QB Jared Goff could be enough to get them over the line on Boxing Day.
The –7.5 line is always tricky but take the Lions to win by 10 points.
Lions by 10
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Getting the Chiefs at +13.5 would have been a dream not too long ago, and we’re happy to include them in our NFL picks.
They might be playing without Patrick Mahomes, but the backup QB can do enough to see the Chiefs stick with the Broncos.
They should rely on their running game to score points and keep the clock ticking over.
Broncos by 10
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Sunday 28/12/25
The Chargers keep finding ways to win, but we’re backing the Texans to show that they’re a playoff contender.
They have gone about their business to improve to 10-5, and there isn’t nearly as much hype with them this year compared to last season. That’s because they got off to a slow start, but they’re hitting their straps now.
A close game is expected, so take the $2.10 odds for the underdogs.
Texans by 3
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The Packers and Ravens were disappointed with their losses last week. They both held good fourth quarter leads, but they failed to see out the game.
The Packers somehow lost to the Bears in overtime, and the Ravens should have beaten the Patriots comfortably. However, we were more impressed with the Packers, who should win and cover the –3.5 spread.
They are tough to beat at home, which could make all the difference.
Packers by 7
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Monday 29/12/25
There won’t be too much betting action for this game, which features two bad teams. However, the Bengals have been playing better at 5-10.
It has been another poor year for the Bengals, who lost Joe Burrow early, and the excitement levels since his return haven’t been there.
They should still have too much for the Cardinals, who are playing for a better draft pick.
Bengals by 10
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The Steelers will be without one of their best receivers after attempting to punch a fan last week, but they have enough depth to hand the Browns another loss.
Browns’ fans have enjoyed yet another poor season, and there isn’t anything positive on the horizon. They should lose to the Steelers, who are in playoff contention.
Covering a –3 line shouldn’t be too hard.
Steelers by 7
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The Saints have rediscovered some of their best form recently, and it should be enough to see them beat the Titans.
The Titans come off a big win over the Chiefs, but they could struggle with the physicality of the Saints, who are the worthy –2.5 favourites.
Include the road team in NFL multi bets this week.
Saints by 6
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The Jaguars enter this game with momentum at 11-4, and the Colts have hit the wall without Daniel Jones at quarterback. They have Phillip Rivers playing, and although he has been solid, they are behind the eight ball.
We expect the Jags to be far too good for the Colts, and it could pay to take the –6.5 line before it moves any higher.
They could be one of the best-backed teams of the week.
Jaguars by 10
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The Buccaneers are treading water at 7-8, but they are in a much better position than the Dolphins, who are out of playoff contention.
Winning on the road hasn’t been easy for the Bucs, but when you have Baker Mayfield at quarterback, anything is possible.
It’s not our most confident bet but include the Bucs in NFL picks.
Buccaneers by 7
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The Patriots are right back in contention after a come-from-behind win last week, and they should put the Jets to the sword.
They have looked excellent this season with Drake Maye at quarterback, and with the Jets posting only three wins, they aren’t playing well.
It’s a big line to cover, but they are worth backing.
Patriots by 17
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Most of the money has come for the Panthers to cover the spread, but we see a big bounce back performance from the Seahawks.
Sam Darnold copped a lot of criticism last week, and rightfully so, but he’s had a good year, and the Seahawks are 6-1 on the road.
The road team is worth including in NFL picks this week.
Seahawks by 10
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There isn’t much confidence with the Giants and Raiders, who have a combined four wins this season.
It’s tough to split them, but we’re siding with the Raiders because they’re playing at home, but we advise betting too much on this game.
Raiders by 1
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This game will test whether the Bills are Super Bowl contenders or not, and we think they will pass with flying colours.
They have lost only one home game, and the Eagles haven’t been their consistent best, so they are there for the taking.
The –1.5 line is generous, and conditions should help Buffalo.
Bills by 7
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The 49ers are going about their business in fine style, and they have overcome injuries to post an 11-4 record.
We think they are a better team than the Bears, who looked good when making a comeback last week, but repeating that effort should prove difficult.
The 49ers –3 is one of our better bets of the week.
49ers by 10
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Tuesday 20/12/25
Not much has gone right for the Falcons, who are looking to play spoilers, but we can’t see the Rams struggling to get past them.
The Rams are in a good spot at 11-4, and we love the way Matthew Stafford has played with 40 touchdowns and only five interceptions. He’s an MVP contender, and the Rams should blow past the Falcons on Tuesday.
Rams by 13
