NFL Week 15 Betting Odds: Texans vs. Rams Trends, Preview & Prediction
The Houston Texans find themselves massive road favorites for the first time in franchise history, as they’ll take on the St. Louis Rams at 1:00PM ET on Sunday.
The Texans defeated the Seahawks 34-7 as a 7-point favorite in Week 14, while the combined score went under the posted total of 45 points. Matt Schaub threw for 365 yards with two touchdowns and an interception for Houston, while Andre Johnson caught 11 passes for 193 yards and two scores.
The Rams lost to the Titans 47-7 as a 14-point underdog in Week 14, while the combined score went over the posted total of 40 points. Keith Null threw for 157 yards with a touchdown for St. Louis, while running back Steven Jackson rushed for 47 yards on 19 carries.
Oddsmakers from online sports book SBGGLOBAL.com have made the Texans a 14-point favorites over the Rams in Week 15. The over/under total for Sunday’s game has been set at 43.5 points.
The Texans are 7-3 against the spread in their last 10 games on the road, while the Rams are 5-11 against the number in their last 16 games at home. The total has gone under in five of Houston’s last five games on the road.
It’s dangerous to assume that the same result will happen in back to back weeks in the NFL, but we’ll roll the dice and bet that the Rams get crushed again this week. The Texans are the far superior team and with the quarterback situation in dire straits for St. Louis, we think Houston will easily cover the 13-point spread. Plus, Jackson, the Rams’ only playmaker, is banged up and will be severely limited (if he even plays).
Our free pick prediction for this game is the Texans –14 and the under 43.5. We think Houston will score plenty, but St. Louis’ offense will once again struggle to move the ball and the total should fall short.
Our NFL Week 15 Free Pick for this matchup is: HOUSTON TEXANS -14 and UNDER 43.5.
Texans vs. Rams Current Odds
321 Houston Texans –14 Over 43.5
322 St. Louis Rams +14 Under 43.5
NFL Week 15 Betting Trends
Houston is 7-3 ATS in its last 10 games on the road
Houston is 6-15 SU in its last 21 games on the road
St. Louis is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games
St. Louis is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games
NFL Week 15 Injury Report
HOUSTON
[RB] 08/23/2009 - Jeremiah Johnson IR ( Shoulder )
[OG] 09/21/2009 - Chester Pitts IR ( Knee )
[LB] 10/01/2009 - Chaun Thompson IR ( Knee )
[LB] 10/06/2009 - Khary Campbell IR ( Knee )
[TE] 11/03/2009 - Owen Daniels IR ( Knee )
(S) 11/25/2009 - Eugene Wilson IR ( Toe )
[CB] 11/26/2009 - Antwaun Molden IR ( Quad )
[RB] 12/09/2009 - Steve Slaton IR ( Neck )
[DE] 12/13/2009 - Tim Bulman "?" Sunday vs. St. Louis ( Hamstring )
[TE] 12/14/2009 - Anthony Hill IR ( Knee )
[C] 12/18/2009 - Chris Myers "?" Sunday vs. St. Louis ( Ribs )
ST LOUIS
[WR] 08/22/2009 - Brooks Foster IR ( Ankle )
[DE] 09/06/2009 - Eric Moore IR ( Hand )
[DL] 09/05/2009 - Adam Carriker IR ( Shoulder )
[WR] 09/28/2009 - Laurent Robinson out for season ( Leg )
[LS] 10/26/2009 - Chris Massey out for season ( Leg )
[DB] 10/26/2009 - Bradley Fletcher out for season ( Knee )
[WR] 11/22/2009 - Keenan Burton IR ( Knee )
[DE] 11/19/2009 - C.J. Ah You IR ( Knee )
[OT] 12/13/2009 - Jason Smith "?" Sunday vs. Houston ( Concussion )
[QB] 11/23/2009 - Marc Bulger expected to miss 3-6 weeks ( Tibia )
[FS] 12/09/2009 - Oshiomogho Atogwe IR ( Shoulder )
[QB] 12/13/2009 - Kyle Boller "?" Sunday vs. Houston ( Thigh )
[LB] 12/13/2009 - Paris Lenon injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Houston ( Hip )
[LB] 12/14/2009 - David Vobora injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Houston ( Knee )
[RB] 12/18/2009 - Steven Jackson "?" Sunday vs. Houston ( Flu )
[OG] 12/16/2009 - Jacob Bell IR ( Hamstring )
[LB] 12/15/2009 - Larry Grant "?" Sunday vs. Houston ( Knee )
[C] 12/17/2009 - Jason Brown "?" Sunday vs. Houston ( Illness )
[DE] 12/17/2009 - Leonard Little "?" Sunday vs. Houston ( Knee )
[QB] 12/18/2009 - Keith Null expected to start Sunday vs. Houston ( None )
[WR] 12/18/2009 - Brandon Gibson "?" Sunday vs. Houston ( Flu )
Browns vs. Chiefs in NFL Week 15 – Who Do the Experts Pick
Two teams with nothing on the line but pride will square off at Arrowhead Stadium in Week 15 when the Kansas City Chiefs host the Cleveland Browns at 1:00PM ET on Sunday.
The Browns beat the Steelers 13-6 as a 9.5-point underdog in Week 14, while the combined score went under the posted total of 34.5 points. Chris Jennings ran for the only touchdown in the game, and Cleveland’s defense shut down Pittsburgh’s offense.
The Chiefs lost to the Bills 16-10 as a 2.5-point underdog in Week 14, while the combined score fell under the posted total of 38 points. Matt Cassel passed for 224 yards with four interceptions for KC, while Jamaal Charles rushed for 143 yards and a touchdown on 20 carries.
Oddsmakers from online sports book SPORTSBETTING.com have made the Chiefs 2-point favorites over the Browns in Week 15. The over/under total for Sunday’s game has been set at 37 points.
The Browns are 4-1 against the spread in their last five games and 4-1 ATS in their last five games on the road. The Chiefs are just 5-10 ATS in their last 15 games and 2-6 against the number in their last eight games at home.
These two teams have nothing to play for and usually, the home team presents the most value in these types of games. But Cleveland has looked like a different team the past couple weeks and Brady Quinn is playing with more confidence than he ever has at any point in his career.
Kansas City’s defense has been brutal this season and Quinn might be able to continue on the hot streak that he’s currently on. Charles presents a problem for Cleveland’s defense, but Eric Mangini’s squad has actually played fairly well on that side of the ball of late, so the Browns should be able to somewhat contain him.
Our free pick prediction for this game is the Browns +2 and the under 37. Neither of these teams can score and outside of Charles and Josh Cribbs, neither has playmakers. Expect a dull, boring game, but also a Cleveland cover. (It would be advised to take Cleveland on the moneyline in this situation given how low the point spread is.)
Our NFL Week 15 Free Pick for this matchup is: CLEVELAND BROWNS +2 and UNDER 37.
Browns vs. Chiefs Current Odds
319 Cleveland Browns +2 Over 37
320 Kansas City Chiefs –2 Under 37
NFL Week 15 Betting Trends
Cleveland is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
Cleveland is 2-17 SU in its last 19 games
Kansas City is 2-6 ATS in its last 8 games at home
Kansas City is 1-12 SU in its last 13 games at home
NFL Week 15 Injury Report
CLEVELAND
[WR] 08/20/2009 - Donte Stallworth out for season ( Suspension )
[OG] 09/01/2009 - Ryan Tucker IR ( Knee )
[OG] 09/01/2009 - Fred Weary IR ( Leg )
[RB] 10/03/2009 - James Davis IR ( Shoulder )
[LB] 10/20/2009 - D'Qwell Jackson IR ( Pectoral )
[LB] 11/03/2009 - Eric Barton IR ( Neck )
[TE] 11/19/2009 - Steve Heiden IR ( Ankle )
11/19/2009 - Dave Zastudil IR ( Knee )
[DE] 12/10/2009 - Kenyon Coleman "?" Sunday vs. Kansas City ( Knee )
[DT] 11/30/2009 - Shaun Rogers IR ( Ankle )
[FS] 12/03/2009 - Brodney Pool IR ( Concussion )
[RB] 12/02/2009 - Jamal Lewis IR ( Head )
[TE] 09/06/2009 - Evan Moore IR ( Undisclosed )
[DE] 12/07/2009 - C.J. Mosley IR ( Leg )
[G] 12/10/2009 - Rex Hadnot "?" Sunday vs. Kansas City ( Knee )
[WR] 12/17/2009 - Josh Cribbs "?" Sunday vs. Kansas City ( Ankle )
[DB] 12/17/2009 - Eric Wright "?" Sunday vs. Kansas City ( Hamstring )
[DB] 12/17/2009 - Raymond Ventrone "?" Sunday vs. Kansas City ( Finger )
[FB] 12/17/2009 - Lawrence Vickers "?" Sunday vs. Kansas City ( Hamstring )
[LB] 12/17/2009 - David Bowens "?" Sunday vs. Kansas City ( Knee )
[DL] 12/17/2009 - Robaire Smith "?" Sunday vs. Kansas City ( Groin )
KANSAS CITY
[WR] 09/01/2009 - Devard Darling IR ( Knee )
(S) 11/04/2009 - Jarrad Page IR ( Shoulder )
[RB] 10/15/2009 - Jackie Battle IR ( Shoulder )
- 11/11/2009 - Mike Goff IR ( Shoulder )
[WR] 12/13/2009 - Dwayne Bowe probable Sunday vs. Cleveland ( Suspension Served )
[CB] 11/25/2009 - Maurice Leggett IR ( Shoulder )
[RB] 12/05/2009 - Kolby Smith IR ( Ankle )
[RB] 12/13/2009 - Dantrell Savage "?" Sunday vs. Cleveland ( Ankle )
[LB] 12/13/2009 - Justin Rogers "?" Sunday vs. Cleveland ( Thigh )
[DE] 12/13/2009 - Glenn Dorsey injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Cleveland ( Knee )
[DE] 12/17/2009 - Wallace Gilberry "?" Sunday vs. Cleveland ( Back )
[G] 12/17/2009 - Brian Walters "?" Sunday vs. Cleveland ( Hamstring )
NFL Week 15 Prediction: Cardinals vs. Lions – Who Do The Experts Pick
The Arizona Cardinals look to get back on the right track in Week 15 when they take on the lowly Detroit Lions at 1:00PM ET this Sunday.
The Cardinals lost to the 49ers 24-9 on Monday night as a 4-point favorite. Beanie Wells rushed for 79 yards on 15 attempts, as the combined score went under the posted total of 44.5 points. Arizona turned the ball over a whopping seven times in the loss.
The Lions lost to the Ravens 48-3 as a 14-point underdog in Week 15, as the combined score went over the posted total of 40.5 points. Daunte Culpepper threw for 135 yards with two interceptions in the loss, while Kevin Smith rushed for 69 yards on 21 carries.
Oddsmakers from online sports book Sports Interaction have made the Cardinals 14-point favorites over the Lions in Week 15. The over/under total for this game has been set at 47 points.
The Cardinals are 13-5 against the spread in their last 18 games and 6-2 ATS in their last eight games on the road. They’re also 7-3 against the number in their last 10 games when playing Detroit, while the Lions are just 1-6-1 ATS in their last eight games. Detroit is also 3-12 ATS in its last 15 games at home.
Usually we see a ton of value in taking a home team that’s getting so many points, but considering Arizona is coming off a brutal loss on Monday night football, we wouldn’t bet against the Cardinals. They should be more focused this week than they were in San Francisco and won’t take the Lions for granted.
Arizona need just one more win to claim the NFC West title and we think the Cards will get it this weekend in what should be a cakewalk for them. Detroit just doesn’t have the players to slow down Kurt Warner and the Cards’ potent passing game, and it proved last week that it has given up on the season.
Eat the chalk and take the Cardinals –14 in this game. The total should also go over the number as Warner and company light up the scoreboard.
Our NFL Week 15 Free Pick for this matchup is: ARIZONA CARDINALS -14 and OVER 47.
Cardinals vs. Lions Current Odds
311 Arizona Cardinals –14 Over 47
312 Detroit Lions +14 Under 47
NFL Week 15 Betting Trends
Arizona is 6-2 ATS in its last 8 games on the road
Arizona is 6-2 SU in its last 8 games on the road
Detroit is 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games when playing Arizona
Detroit is 3-7 SU in its last 10 games when playing Arizona
NFL Week 15 Injury Report
ARIZONA
[RB] 08/05/2009 - Justin Green IR ( Knee )
[LB] 09/29/2009 - Cody Brown IR ( Wrist )
[LB] 11/30/2009 - Will Davis expected to miss 4-6 weeks ( Knee )
[TE] 12/14/2009 - Stephen Spach "?" Sunday vs. Detroit ( Knee )
[WR] 12/14/2009 - Larry Fitzgerald probable Sunday vs. Detroit ( Knee )
(S) 12/16/2009 - Matt Ware IR ( Knee )
[OT] 12/15/2009 - Mike Gandy injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Detroit ( Pelvis )
[CB] 12/15/2009 - Dominique Rogers-Cromartie injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Detroit ( Toe )
[PK] 12/16/2009 - Neil Rackers is downgraded to expected to miss Sunday vs. Detroit ( Groin )
[DE] 12/17/2009 - Kenny Iwebema expected to miss Sunday vs. Detroit ( Shoulder )
12/17/2009 - Ben Graham "?" Sunday vs. Detroit ( Groin )
[CB] 12/17/2009 - Michael Adams "?" Sunday vs. Detroit ( Hamstring )
[LB] 12/17/2009 - Gerald Hayes "?" Sunday vs. Detroit ( Back )
DETROIT
- 08/07/2009 - Damion Cook IR ( Tricep )
[DE] 08/24/2009 - Jared DeVries IR ( Achilles )
[LB] 08/18/2009 - Cody Spencer IR ( Knee )
[SS] 08/20/2009 - Daniel Bullocks IR ( Knee )
(S) 10/13/2009 - Eric King IR ( Shoulder )
[WR] 10/05/2009 - Adam Jennings IR ( Ankle )
[DE] 10/22/2009 - Copeland Bryan IR ( Leg )
[CB] 11/02/2009 - Demarcus Faggins IR ( Upper Body )
- 11/17/2009 - Stephen Peterman out indefinitely ( Ankle )
(S) 11/18/2009 - Marquand Manuel IR ( Shoulder )
[CB] 11/16/2009 - Jack Williams IR ( Knee )
[SS] 11/25/2009 - Ko Simpson IR ( Knee )
[TE] 12/01/2009 - Brandon Pettigrew IR ( Knee )
[QB] 12/13/2009 - Matthew Stafford doubtful Sunday vs. Arizona ( Shoulder )
[TE] 12/16/2009 - Casey Fitzsimmons IR ( Concussion )
[DT] 12/13/2009 - Grady Jackson "?" Sunday vs. Arizona ( Knee )
[DE] 12/13/2009 - Dwayne White "?" Sunday vs. Arizona ( Toe )
[DT] 12/13/2009 - Andre Fluellen "?" Sunday vs. Arizona ( Groin )
[RB] 12/14/2009 - Kevin Smith IR ( Knee )
[FS] 12/14/2009 - Louis Delmas injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Arizona ( Ankle )
- 12/17/2009 - Don Muhlbach is downgraded to expected to miss Sunday vs. Arizona ( Concussion )
[WR] 12/17/2009 - Dennis Northcutt "?" Sunday vs. Arizona ( Groin )
[WR] 12/17/2009 - Calvin Johnson probable Sunday vs. Arizona ( Knee )
NFL Free Pick: Patriots Road Favorites Over Bills in Week 15
AFC East rivals clash in Week 15 when the Buffalo Bills host the New England Patriots at 12:00PM ET on Sunday.
The Patriots beat the Panthers 20-10, but failed to cover the 12.5-point spread. The combined score fell under the posted total of 43.5 points as Tom Brady threw for 192 yards with a touchdown and an interception in the win. Wes Welker added 10 receptions for 105 yards for New England.
The Bills beat the Chiefs 16-10 as a 2.5-point favorite last Sunday, while the combined score went under the posted total of 38 points. Fred Jackson rushed for 99 yards on 20 carries in the win, while Ryan Fitzpatrick threw for only 86 yards with a touchdown and a pick.
Oddsmakers from online sports book SPORTSBETTING.com have made the Patriots 7-point favorites over the Bills in Week 15. The over/under total for this game has been set at 41 points.
The Bills are just 1-5 against the spread in their last six games when playing New England and 2-9 ATS in their last 11 games at home. The Patriots have much better trend numbers, as they’re 5-1 against the spread in their last six games when playing Buffalo and 5-0 ATS in their last five games when playing the Bills on the road.
But despite those numbers, the Patriots have been brutal on the road this season. In their last three road games, they’re 0-3 against the spread and 0-3 straight up. For whatever reason, this New England team just hasn’t gotten done on the road.
Our free pick prediction for this game is the Bills +7. The Pats are the superior team, but there’s a ton of value in a home team getting seven points, especially when their opponent has struggled as much as New England has. We also favor the under in this matchup, which has covered in 8 of New England’s last 11 games when playing on the road against Buffalo.
Our NFL Week 15 Free Pick for this matchup is: BUFFALO BILLS +7 and OVER 41.
Patriots vs. Bills Current Odds
309 New England Patriots –7 (-340 moneyline) Over 41
310 Buffalo Bills +7 (+270 moneyline) Under 41
NFL Week 15 Betting Trends
New England is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games when playing Buffalo
New England is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Buffalo
Buffalo is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games when playing New England
Buffalo is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing New England
NFL Week 15 Injury Report
NEW ENGLAND
[LB] 08/26/2009 - Tyrone McKenzie IR ( Knee )
- 09/05/2009 - George Bussey IR ( Knee )
[RB] 12/13/2009 - Fred Taylor "?" Sunday vs. Buffalo ( Ankle )
[WR] 11/18/2009 - Brandon Tate IR ( Knee )
[OG] 12/13/2009 - Stephen Neal "?" Sunday vs. Buffalo ( Ankle )
[SS] 12/09/2009 - Bret Lockett IR ( Groin )
[DE] 12/13/2009 - Myron Pryor "?" Sunday vs. Buffalo ( Chest )
[DE] 12/13/2009 - Ty Warren injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Buffalo ( Ankle )
[OT] 12/13/2009 - Nick Kaczur injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Buffalo ( Head )
[WR] 12/13/2009 - Sam Aiken "?" Sunday vs. Buffalo ( Shoulder )
[DT] 12/13/2009 - Vince Wilfork injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Buffalo ( Foot )
BUFFALO
[OT] 10/01/2009 - Brad Butler IR ( Knee )
[TE] 09/22/2009 - Derek Schouman IR ( Knee )
[CB] 10/01/2009 - Leodis McKelvin IR ( Fibula )
[LB] 10/12/2009 - Marcus Buggs IR ( Knee )
[LB] 10/14/2009 - Kawika Mitchell IR ( Knee )
[LB] 11/20/2009 - Keith Ellison IR ( Quad )
- 11/16/2009 - Demetrius Bell IR ( Knee )
[CB] 12/13/2009 - Ashton Youboty "?" Sunday vs. New England ( Ankle )
[TE] 11/18/2009 - Derek Fine IR ( Knee )
[C] 11/25/2009 - Seth McKinney IR ( Knee )
- 11/23/2009 - Eric Wood IR ( Knee )
[WR] 12/13/2009 - Justin Jenkins "?" Sunday vs. New England ( Knee )
- 12/14/2009 - Jonathan Scott injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. New England ( Eye )
[OG] 12/17/2009 - Kendall Simmons "?" Sunday vs. New England ( Shoulder )
49ers vs. Eagles NFL Week 15 Preview, Prediction, Matchup & Odds
Two NFC playoff hopefuls will square off at Lincoln Financial Field in Week 15 when the Philadelphia Eagles host the San Francisco 49ers at 1:00PM ET on Sunday.
The 49ers beat the Cardinals 24-9 on Monday night thanks to Frank Gore’s 167 rushing yards and the defense forcing seven turnovers. Gore also had a touchdown in the victory, as San Fran covered as 4-point underdogs and the combined score went under the posted total of 44.5 points.
The Eagles beat division rival New York 45-38 as a 1-point favorite in Week 14. The combined score went over the posted total of 42.5 points as Donovan McNabb threw for 275 yards and two touchdowns in the win. Receiver DeSean Jackson also caught six passes for 178 yards and a touchdown, while also running back a punt 82 yards for a score.
Oddsmakers from online sports book SPORTSBETTING.com have made the Eagles 8-point favorites over the 49ers in Week 15. The over/under total for Sunday’s game has been set at 41.5 points.
The 49ers are just 1-4 against the spread in their last five games when playing Philadelphia, but 5-1 ATS in their last six games when playing on the road against the Eagles. Meanwhile, Philly is 14-7 against the number in its last 21 games and 6-3 ATS in its last nine games at home.
While there’s no question the Eagles have the better team, the 49ers offer some value getting eight points. Mike Singletary won't allow them to quit and considering they still have a small shot at winning the NFC West, they should come out ready to play. Plus, now that Alex Smith is back under center, the 49ers also have a decent passing game to go along with Gore’s playmaking ability on the ground.
Check the weather report, but the east coast is expected to get dumped on with snow this Sunday. If that’s the case, the underdog getting over a touchdown in points is usually a smart play. Our free pick prediction for this game is San Francisco +8 and the under 41.5, especially if the weather is as bad as forecasts suggest it’ll be.
Our NFL Week 15 Free Pick for this matchup is: SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS +8 and UNDER 41.5.
49ers vs. Eagles Current Odds
313 San Francisco 49ers +8 (+310 moneyline) Over 41.5
314 Philadelphia Eagles –8 (-420 moneyline) Under 41.5
NFL Week 15 Betting Trends
San Francisco is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Philadelphia
San Francisco is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing Philadelphia
Philadelphia is 14-7 ATS in its last 21 games
Philadelphia is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
NFL Week 15 Injury Report
SAN FRANCISCO
[CB] 07/30/2009 - Walt Harris IR ( ACL )
[LB] 10/19/2009 - Jeff Ulbrich IR ( Concussion )
[OT] 10/27/2009 - Tony Pashos IR ( Shoulder )
[OT] 12/14/2009 - Joe Staley "?" Sunday vs. Philadelphia ( Knee )
[CB] 12/14/2009 - Nate Clements "?" Sunday vs. Philadelphia ( Shoulder )
[WR] 12/16/2009 - Isaac Bruce is downgraded to doubtful Sunday vs. Philadelphia ( Ankle )
[DE] 12/10/2009 - Kentwan Balmer IR ( Shoulder )
[CB] 12/02/2009 - Curtis Taylor IR ( Hip )
[RB] 12/14/2009 - Michael Robinson injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Philadelphia ( Stinger )
[WR] 12/16/2009 - Michael Crabtree injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Philadelphia ( Hip )
[LB] 12/17/2009 - Takeo Spikes "?" Sunday vs. Philadelphia ( Hamstring )
[LB] 12/17/2009 - Ahmad Brooks "?" Sunday vs. Philadelphia ( Foot )
[RB] 12/17/2009 - Moran Norris "?" Sunday vs. Philadelphia ( Toe )
[T] 12/17/2009 - Barry Sims "?" Sunday vs. Philadelphia ( Knee )
(S) 12/17/2009 - Dashon Goldson "?" Sunday vs. Philadelphia ( Chest )
[TE] 12/17/2009 - Delanie Walker "?" Sunday vs. Philadelphia ( Ankle )
PHILADELPHIA
[LB] 08/03/2009 - Stewart Bradley IR ( ACL )
[OT] 09/15/2009 - Shawn Andrews IR ( Back )
[OT] 09/06/2009 - Fenuki Tupou IR ( Chest )
[RB] 12/16/2009 - Brian Westbrook is downgraded to doubtful Sunday vs. San Francisco ( Concussion )
[WR] 12/15/2009 - Kevin Curtis is upgraded to probable Sunday vs. San Francisco ( Knee )
[LB] 10/22/2009 - Omar Gaither IR ( Foot )
[CB] 11/11/2009 - Ellis Hobbs IR ( Neck )
[WR] 12/14/2009 - Jeremy Maclin is downgraded to expected to miss Sunday vs. San Francisco ( Foot )
[TE] 12/18/2009 - Brent Celek is upgraded to probable Sunday vs. San Francisco ( Back )
[DE] 12/14/2009 - Trent Cole injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. San Francisco ( Hamstring )
[FB] 12/14/2009 - Leonard Weaver injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. San Francisco ( Hamstring )
NFL Week 15 Free Pick: Falcons vs. Jets Point Spread Odds & Matchup
The Atlanta Falcons and New York Jets hope to keep their postseason hopes alive when they meet at 1:00PM ET on Sunday at Giants Stadium.
The Falcons lost to the Saints 26-23 as a 10-point underdog in Week 14, while the combined score went under the posted total of 50 points. Chris Redman threw for 303 yards with a touchdown and an interception for Atlanta, while Michael Jenkins caught three passes for 83 yards and a touchdown.
The Jets beat the Bucs 26-3 as a 3.5-point favorite in Week 15, as the combined score went under the posted total of 36.5 points. Thomas Jones rushed for 99 yards and two touchdowns on 24 carries for the Jets, while Kellen Clemens threw for 111 yards in the win.
Oddsmakers from online sports book Sports Interaction have made the Jets 7-point favorites over the Falcons in Week 15. The over/under total for Sunday’s matchup has been set at 36 points.
Atlanta is just 2-3-1 against the spread in its last six games when playing the Jets, while New York is just 3-6 ATS in its last nine games at home. The total has also gone under in four of the Falcons’ last five games when playing the Jets.
With the Cowboys’ win over the Saints on Saturday night, the Falcons have officially been eliminated from the playoffs. So with that in mind, what do they have to play for? Better yet, why would they risk injury to Matt Ryan and Michael Turner by playing them at less than 100%?
Don’t expect Ryan and Turner to play, and don’t expect much fight out of a Falcons team that had their slim playoff hopes evaporate on Saturday night. They have nothing to play for outside of a winning season and they’re going to be playing in frigid conditions.
Our free pick prediction for this game is the Jets –7. They still have a chance to make the playoffs and will come out more energized than the Falcons. They also have a great matchup against a depleted Atlanta offense, which will have struggle scoring. In fact, both teams might have a tough time moving the ball, so we love the under in this game too.
Our NFL Week 15 Free Pick for this matchup is: NEW YORK JETS -7 and UNDER 36.
Falcons vs. Jets Current Odds
315 Atlanta Falcons +7 Over 36
316 New York Jets –7 Under 36
NFL Week 15 Betting Trends
Atlanta is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Atlanta's last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of the NY Jets last 5 games when playing Atlanta
NY Jets are 3-6 ATS in their last 9 games at home
NFL Week 15 Injury Report
ATLANTA
(S) 10/27/2009 - William Moore IR ( Hamstring )
[WR] 08/05/2009 - Harry Douglas IR ( Leg )
[DT] 09/27/2009 - Peria Jerry IR ( Knee )
[CB] 11/04/2009 - Brian Williams IR ( ACL )
(S) 11/05/2009 - Jamaal Fudge IR ( Knee )
[LS] 11/05/2009 - Mike Schneck IR ( Ribs )
[RB] 12/13/2009 - Michael Turner "?" Sunday vs. NY Jets ( Ankle )
[QB] 12/13/2009 - Matt Ryan "?" Sunday vs. NY Jets ( Toe )
[OG] 12/13/2009 - Harvey Dahl "?" Sunday vs. NY Jets ( Ankle )
[OT] 12/13/2009 - Sam Baker "?" Sunday vs. NY Jets ( Elbow )
[TE] 12/13/2009 - Justin Peelle "?" Sunday vs. NY Jets ( Concussion )
[LB] 12/08/2009 - Tony Gilbert IR ( Hamstring )
[CB] 12/13/2009 - Chris Houston "?" Sunday vs. NY Jets ( Hamstring )
[DE] 12/13/2009 - Jamaal Anderson injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. NY Jets ( Chest )
[WR] 12/14/2009 - Brian Finneran IR ( Knee )
[WR] 12/17/2009 - Roddy White "?" Sunday vs. NY Jets ( Knee )
NY JETS
[DT] 10/20/2009 - Kris Jenkins IR ( Knee )
[RB] 10/26/2009 - Leon Washington IR ( Ankle )
[CB] 12/13/2009 - Dwight Lowery "?" Sunday vs. Atlanta ( Ankle )
[QB] 12/14/2009 - Mark Sanchez is upgraded to probable Sunday vs. Atlanta ( Knee )
- 12/13/2009 - Robert Turner "?" Sunday vs. Atlanta ( Knee )
[LB] 12/10/2009 - Larry Izzo IR ( Neck )
2009 NFL Week 15 Picks & Predictions
Along with key trends for each game, our team of writers and handicappers hand out their picks and predictions for Week 15 in the NFL.
Green Bay Packers vs. Pittsburgh Steelers, 4:15PM ET
Green Bay is 4-0-1 ATS in its last 5 games
Green Bay is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
Pittsburgh is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games when playing Green Bay
Pittsburgh is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games at home
NFL Free Pick: Pittsburgh | Best Line: -2 Sports Interaction
Houston Texans vs. St. Louis Rams, 1:00PM ET
Houston is 7-3 ATS in its last 10 games on the road
Houston is 6-15 SU in its last 21 games on the road
St. Louis is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games
St. Louis is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games
NFL Free Pick: Houston | Best Line: -14 Sports Interaction
New England Patriots vs. Buffalo Bills, 1:00PM ET
New England is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games when playing Buffalo
New England is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Buffalo
Buffalo is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games when playing New England
Buffalo is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing New England
NFL Free Pick: Buffalo | Best Line: +7 Sports Interaction
Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Seattle Seahawks, 4:15PM ET
Tampa Bay is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games when playing Seattle
Tampa Bay is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games when playing Seattle
Seattle is 6-2 ATS in its last 8 games at home
Seattle is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games at home
NFL Free Pick: Seattle | Best Line: -6.5 Sports Interaction
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