Psychic
2 unit Pittsburgh -3
2 unit Atlanta -1
3 unit Minnesota -9 (best bet)
3 unit Cincinnati +10 (best bet)
5 unit Arizona -3.5 (Blowout of the Year)
Nationwide (Gold Sheet)
Top- Cincinnati
Reg - Cleveland, Oakland, San Diego
Marc Lawrence
100% Perfect NFL Upset Special!
Play: Miami Dolphins
When the Dolphins host the Steelers at Landshark Stadium Sunday afternoon both teams will take the field still mathematically alive for a playoff berth, That ensures a full effort from both squads and with that an ideal spot for the home team in this matchup. The Dolphins are a healthy 5-1-1 ATS as home dogs off back-to-back losses during the second half of the season and 12-3 ATS as dogs under Sparano from Game Four out, including 6-2 SU and 8-0 ATS versus sub .600 foes. On the flip side, the Steelers are 2-5 SU and 0-6-1 ATS mark in the last game of the season of back-to-back wins. Our database cements our position, reminding us that hoe teams in the last game of the season playing with revenge against an opponent off a win are 21-3-1 ATS, including 16-0-1 ATS if they were a dog or favorite of 4 or less points in their previous game. With the defending Super Bowl champs having been outgained in three of their last five games, look for both teams to finish up at 8-8 this season. We recommend a 3-unit play on Miami.
Red-Hot Never Lost 4* NFL MVP Play!
Play: Philadelphia Eagles
The Cowboys appear to have shaken their December doldrums but be easy as the Philadelphia Eagles, winners of six straight, come calling. The Eagles control their own destiny for a 1st-round bye while Andy Reid’s bunch have come away with the SU win in two of their last three visits to ‘Big D’ and grabbed the cash in all three. They are also a very profitable 8-2 SU and 9-1 ATS when seeking revenge against the Cowboys. Reid, himself, has been money on the division highway posting a 26-11 ATS log, including 14-3 ATS with revenge. The Cowboys enter off a shutout win over Washington but they are just 1-5 ATS after allowing 10 or less points. While they have had their way with losing teams (7-0 SU and 5-2 ATS), Romo and the 'Boys are just 3-5 SU and ATS against winning opposition this season. In addition, Romo has struggled in his NFL career in games off a win from December out with a 1-9 ATS record. The Cowboys have swept the Eagles just once in the past 10 years and with that all-important week off waiting in the wings, the Eagles do not figure to let that happen here today. The clincher comes from our powerful database as it tells us to: Play ON any .450 or greater NFL dog with same season revenge in its final game of the season off back-to-back wins if they won the last game by 32 or fewer points. That's because teams in this role are 14-0 ATS since 1980. Grab the points with the Eagles. We recommend a 4-unit play on Philadelphia.
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Play: Cincinnati Bengals
The pressure to win and be in the playoffs in on the Jets' shoulders here today when they host the Bengals tonight on NBC-TV. Understanding the importance of this game, New York is laying a full touchdown more than normal and we fell it's simply too much over an overlay. For openers, Cincinnati’s propensity for playing games close to the number is evident as the underdog in its games is a mind-boggling 14-1 ATS this season. Additionally, the Jets are just 2-4 SU and ATS this season versus greater than .400 opponents, including 0-2 SU and ATS when favored. The cement comes from the fact that double-digit NFL dogs off a SU favorite win are 8-0 ATS versus .533 or less opposition since 1996. With the Bengals an outstanding 6-2 SU and 7-1 ATS as dogs this season, look for more of the same here tonight. We recommend a 3-unit play on Cincinnati.
Andy Iskoe
Redskins at Chargers
Pick: Chargers -3
The season can’t end soon enough for the Redskins who have failed to rush for over 100 yards in 6 straight games. Coach Zorn is all but out under a new regime. San Diego has clinched the AFC’s #2 seed and a Bye next week. Starters may see decent action to keep fresh with a game plan that features lots of running plays to shorten the contest. The Chargers are the hottest team in the league, winners of 10 in a row. The backups are good enough to get the win and this game likely features a scarcity of scoring. One of San Diego’s strengths is their depth, especially at RB and on defense. Their success this season has been the development of a balanced offense as the quality of their overall receiving corps has been upgraded. Washington may not sustain any intensity in the second half, especially if they fall behind early when the Chargers’ starters are in. San Diego just has too many weapons and edges even in a game with no implications. This is a dual selection on both San Diego and the UNDER as the Chargers go through the motions in a win along the lines of 23-10.
Tony George
San Diego -3.5
The line is dropping here thinking the Chargers are going to lay down. I expect starters through the 3rd quarter here. If SD gets a 14 point lead here, I assure you the Skins offense is anemic and cannot produce points to win. SD is on a 10 win run and although a secured playoff #2 seed is in place, with a bye week, I still expect them to stay sharp and execute here. Depth at RB and defense still gives them the edge against a bad team, coming off a bad loss with a lame Duck coach. Skins likely to throw it in if challenged in this game.Chargers for 2 Units.
Mike Lineback
San Diego -3
Evan Altemus
Cleveland -1.5
The motivational edge in this game is completely on the side of Cleveland in this game. Every player is likely playing for their job for the last time, as newly hired General Manager Mike Holmgren is deciding who to keep heading into next year. Meanwhile, Jacksonville suffered a bad loss last week to New England when their playoff hopes were on the line. As a result, they have nothing to play for in this game. To make matters worse, this southern, warm weather, team has to travel to Cleveland where the temperatures are expected to be very cold. Derek Anderson will get the start for the Browns, but it won’t matter because they will pound the ball on the ground against a Jaguars rush defense that has become very porous recently. Look for the Browns to continue their recent momentum and completely dominate the Jaguars.
4 UNIT SELECTION BROWNS
Bob Balfe
Seattle +6
Seattle is a great home team while the Titans have struggled on the road. Tennessee did awesome by making a comeback starting the season 0-6. Seattle is a tough place to play and the 12th man really is a factor as teams have so much trouble just even getting a snap off there due to the noise. Look for the Seahawks to close the year out with a big home win. Take Seattle.
Ron Raymond
New England +9
When NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS team played as a Road team - During Week 16 to 20 - Coming off vs American Conference opponent - Coming off a Home win; The Patriots are 9-2-0 ATS in this situation.
Many of the coaches will rest their players, but other coaches like Bill Belichick play to win. The Patriots are 10-2 SU during Week 17 and 9-3-0 ATS during the last game of the season. Take New England +9.0 this week.
When NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS Played as a Underdog - With SU Record of 3 Win 0 Lost in L3G; the Patriots are 12-4-2 ATS in this spot since 1983.
Take New England
Lenny Del Genio
Cincinnati +9.5
Yes, we are aware that by the time kickoff roles around, the Bengals may have nothing to play for. And, yes, we are also aware that the Jets have everything to play for being that they are in a "win and in" playoff situation. However, New York doesn't deserve to be favored by this many points against anybody, let alone a quality team like Cincinnati. At home, the Flyboys are just 3-4 SU/ATS, including losses to Buffalo and Atlanta when it mattered most, while turning the ball over 19 times in those seven games. QB Mark Sanchez has a TD-INT ratio of 12-20 and with a top-flight defense, HC Rex Ryan isn't going to let Sanchez go out there and try to win the game, or even worse, lose the game for his team. Having played his college ball at USC, Sanchez isn't used to playing in cold conditions. The Jets have lost outright four times as a favorite this season, once laying nine and once laying 6.5. Even with potential reserves in the game, Cincinnati won't deviate from the script. This is a team that runs the ball and plays defense, mirroring the style that brought so much success to fellow AFC North teams Pittsburgh and Baltimore. We've already seen backup RB Larry Johnson have a big game or two since coming over from KC. Even more important is that we've really had our finger on the pulse of this team all season. They are 7-1 ATS as an underdog, winning six of those games outright. We've cashed them going against Pittsburgh and Baltimore early in the season. They are 0-7 ATS when laying points and we've gone against them in non-covers vs. Houston (outright loss), Oakland (outright loss), Cleveland and last week vs. Kansas City. They have only lost two games by more than five points this season and with a defense that allows just 16.9 PPG, they are the play here plus the points. Cincinnati is our 20* Sunday Night Game of the Month.
Seabass
300* Teaser BUF under 3.5/JAX under 42
300* Phil
100* DET, MIA, BUF, SEA, StL over (Steam)
50* KC
Great Lakes Sports
3* Spurs
Chris James Sports
2* Bengals +9.5
2* Bears -3.5
2* Browns -1.5
STEVE BUDIN
25 Dime Cleveland
Savannah Sports
3* Cleveland -1.5
3* Arizona -3
3* Kansas City +10