Week 17 Betting: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Denver Broncos Odds, Prediction, and Pick
Here we have one of the biggest match-ups of the weekend, and it’s definitely one that will draw an incredible amount of attention from NFL fans across the country. The reason for this? Try Mr. Tim Tebow. Tebow has led his Denver Broncos team to the point where they are one win away from winning the NFC West and heading into the playoffs. The Broncos have a tough task in front of them though, as they are coming off of a painful loss to the Buffalo Bills, and now get to take on one of their divisional rivals in the Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs lost a tough game to the Raiders last weekend, and the loss actually kept them out of the playoffs so they could potentially be playing on quite a bit of emotion right now heading into this game.
The Chiefs have pretty much a depleted roster to this point in the season, as they lost quarterback Matt Cassel, running back Jamaal Charles, tight end Tony Moeaki, and safety Eric Berry all to injuries at some point during this season. They’ve been impressive in coming back from all of the injuries, but just missed the playoffs into the end. They also ended up firing their head coach Todd Haley this season, and will be looking for a new one when the postseason comes around.
Now for the Broncos. What can you say about this team? At one point when Tebow took over they went on to win six games in a row, but have now lost two games straight with the playoffs directly in front of them. Can Tebow and the Broncos defense turn it around in time to be able to save their playoff hopes? Or will they end up giving the division to the Raiders potentially?
This game kicks off at 4:15pm EST, and fortunately for the Broncos, they’ll be the home team in this one.
Odds and Sports Betting Line
Kansas City Chiefs: +3
Denver Broncos: -3
Free Prediction
I know that the Broncos haven’t looked solid the past two games, but Tim Tebow is a gamer. He’ll be ready for this match-up, and the Broncos will show up in a big way. Denver gets to be at home as well, and their home field advantage could make a huge difference in this game. I’m also looking for Willis McGahee to have a big game as well, and the Broncos to get some hype behind their team again heading into the playoffs. I’ll take Denver to win this one by a touchdown.
Prediction: Denver Broncos- 21 Kansas City Chiefs- 14
Free Pick
Picking these games with the lines of -3 for the team who must win can be incredibly tough, but this team needs to prove that they are legit. On top of that, their quarterback still has quite a bit to prove, and pulling off a win to get his team into the playoffs would be a great place to start. I’m going to be picking the Denver Broncos to get the cover here.
Pick: Denver Broncos -3
NFL Week 17 Betting: San Diego Chargers vs. Oakland Raiders Odds, Prediction, and Pick
This weekend features a few big time NFC West match-ups, and this is just one of them. The Oakland Raiders get to be at home in a must win situation, where they could potentially be looking at a playoff spot if a few things are to happen for them. For starters, if the Broncos lose and the Raiders win, then they are in. They can also make it by the Bengals losing, who are up against the Baltimore Ravens this weekend. Oakland definitely has their work cut out for them though, as they are up against a San Diego Chargers team who almost made a last season push to get into the playoff hunt themselves. The Raiders are 8-7 currently, while the Chargers are sitting at 7-8.
The Raiders would love to get into the playoffs this year, especially after making that huge trade for Carson Palmer during the season. The team has also been without their starting running back Darren McFadden for a long stretch now, and the team is also in the midst of a season in which their owner, Al Davis, passed away. The Raiders would definitely be an underdog story if they made it into the playoffs, but beating the Chargers won’t be a walk. The Raiders will need a big game from running back Michael Bush (and McFadden if he plays), and will also need Carson Palmer to avoid turning the ball over.
As far as the Chargers go, they are led by a quarterback in Philip Rivers who will be headed to the Pro Bowl, but struggled with turnovers this season. He finally seemed to get it going the past few weeks (until last week), and he’ll look to end the season on a strong note with a win over a divisional rival. The Chargers could also be potentially playing for their head coaches job, unless Norv Turner is already on his way out the door after missing the playoffs once again.
Odds and Sports Betting Line
San Diego Chargers: +3
Oakland Raiders: -3
Free Prediction
It’s tough not to like the Raiders right now. This team is playing with a chip on their shoulder, and while they haven’t looked great down the home stretch of the season, the Chargers really do have nothing to play for. You can never underestimate a team coming off of a game in which their season came to an end. This, mixed with the fact that the Raiders are at home is why I’m taking the Raiders to win it by four.
Prediction: Oakland Raiders- 28 San Diego Chargers- 24
Free Pick
It seems that quite a few of these home teams who are in must win situations find themselves as small favorites at home (right around a field goal). This one is just that situation, as the Raiders are three point favorites on their home field. I think that the Chargers will be pretty un-interested in this game, and that it will be a big help. Hue Jackson will have his team ready, and they’ll come out and pull out the win. I also think that they will sneak a cover here too, so I’m picking the Raiders.
Pick: Oakland Raiders -3
Week 17 Betting: Dallas Cowboys at New York Giants Odds, Prediction, and Pick
You simply have to love this situation here. This is what NFL football is all about, and this weekends match-up between the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Giants is going to be one of the best games of the entire weekend. The Cowboys head on the road, and the winner of this game will take down the NFC East crown. Both teams are sitting at 8-7 overall, and to break it down for you, the loser of this game gets to watch the playoffs from their couch at home, while the winner gets to head into the big dance as the 4th seed in a tough NFC. The Cowboys are in a tough spot because they are on the road here, and the Giants are also coming off of a big win against the New York Jets last weekend which put them into this spot.
This is a story of a game between two teams who have been the definition of up and down this year. Both have had their fair share of bad losses, but both have also had some pretty impressive wins as well. This game will come down to which team wants it more in the end, because these teams have similar types of squads. Both teams have strong offenses with a very good quarterback, solid running game, and excellent wide receivers. Their defenses have been the real problem to this point, as both defenses struggle quite a bit against the pass it seems. Expect both Tony Romo and Eli Manning to have big games, and we’re looking forward to an exciting game all around.
This one was flexed to Sunday Night Football, so the kickoff will be at 8:20pm. This one is a tough one for betting purposes, but it’s one that we definitely have a pick on!
Odds and Sports Betting Line
Dallas Cowboys: +2.5
New York Giants: -2.5
Free Prediction
Typically in this situation, I’d lean towards the home squad. BUT, do you remember that game a few weeks back where the Giants went on the road to Cowboys stadium and pulled off that incredible comeback? I bet you do, and you can bet that the Dallas Cowboys remember that pretty well themselves. That’s sitting heavily in their minds, and even more importantly, they are focused on getting to the playoffs. The combination of those two things sells me on the road team here, and I’m also going with the Cowboys because of how well their quarterback has been playing lately. Romo is on top of his game, and I expect a solid game out of him.
Prediction: Dallas Cowboys- 31 New York Giants- 28
Free Pick
I know that the Cowboys are the underdogs here, but that doesn’t scare me away from betting on them. I will not only be putting down a bet on the Dallas Cowboys to cover the +2.5, but I’ll also put a small bet on them to win the game straight up. It’s a tough call, but Felix Jones has ran the ball well, and the offense is just clicking (and their last game against the Eagles means nothing to me since they had nothing to play for!). I’m picking the Dallas Cowboys.
Pick: Dallas Cowboys +2.5
Side Pick: Dallas Cowboys STRAIGHT +135
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