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Falcons vs. Buccaneers Betting Preview, Odds, Trends & Prediction

NFC South rivals clash in the final week of the season when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers host the Atlanta Falcons at 1:00PM ET on Sunday.

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The Falcons beat the Bills 31-3 as an 8-point favorite in Week 16, as the combined score fell under the posted total of 40 points. Matt Ryan threw for 250 yards with three touchdowns, while Roddy White caught eight passes for 139 yards and two touchdowns.

The Buccaneers beat the Saints 20-17 in overtime as a 14-point underdog in Week 16, as the combined score fell under the posted total of 48.5 points. Cadillac Williams rushed for 129 yards and a touchdown on 24 carries for Tampa Bay, while rookie quarterback Josh Freeman threw for 271 yards and two TDs.

Oddsmakers from online sports book Sports Interaction have made the Falcons 2-point favorites over the Buccaneers in Week 17, while the over/under total has been set for 41.5 points.

Our free pick prediction for this game is the Falcons –2. Atlanta has been playing great defensively of late and although Tampa Bay has won the past two weeks, this is still the same team that didn’t gain a first down until early in the second half against the Jets three weeks ago.

The Falcons are banged up on both sides of the ball, but they’ve got plenty of motivation to win this week because they’ll become the first team in franchise history to record back to back winning seasons. So why they won’t be playing for the playoffs, this Atlanta team will be fired up to get a win.

Our free pick prediction for the total is the under. The Falcons won’t have Michael Turner or Tony Gonzalez for this game, so we don’t think they’ll light up the scoreboard. And given how well their defense has played of late, we don’t think Tampa will score much either.

Our NFL Week 17 Free Pick for this matchup is: ATLANTA FALCONS -2 and UNDER 41.5.

Falcons vs. Buccaneers Current Odds

321 Atlanta Falcons –2 Over 41.5
322 Tampa Bay Buccaneers +2 Under 41.5

NFL Week 17 Betting Trends

Atlanta is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games on the road
Atlanta is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games on the road
Tampa Bay is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Atlanta
Tampa Bay is 12-6 SU in its last 18 games when playing Atlanta

NFL Week 17 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] 12/27/2009 - Michael Turner "?" Sunday vs. Tampa Bay ( Ankle )

[OG] 12/29/2009 - Harvey Dahl IR ( Ankle )

[LB] 12/08/2009 - Tony Gilbert IR ( Hamstring )

[CB] 12/29/2009 - Chris Houston IR ( Hamstring )

[DE] 12/27/2009 - Jamaal Anderson "?" Sunday vs. Tampa Bay ( Chest )

[WR] 12/14/2009 - Brian Finneran IR ( Knee )

[S) 12/21/2009 - Antoine Harris IR ( Knee )
12/27/2009 - Michael Koenen injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Tampa Bay ( Head )

[TE] 12/27/2009 - Tony Gonzalez injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Tampa Bay ( Calf )

[K] 12/28/2009 - Matt Bryant doubtful Sunday vs. Tampa Bay ( Hamstring )

TAMPA BAY

[LB] 08/23/2009 - Angelo Crowell IR ( Bicep )

[CB] 09/20/2009 - EJ Biggers IR ( Shoulder )

[OT] 09/06/2009 - Xavier Fulton IR ( Knee )
08/17/2009 - Josh Bidwell IR ( Hip )

[S) 09/21/2009 - Jermaine Phillips IR ( Thumb )

[FB] 10/20/2009 - B.J. Askew IR ( Neck )

[S) 11/11/2009 - Will Allen IR ( Thumb )

[LB] 11/11/2009 - Rod Wilson IR ( Hamstring )

[QB] 11/24/2009 - Byron Leftwich IR ( Elbow )
11/30/2009 - Dirk Johnson IR ( Hamstring )

[CB] 11/30/2009 - Torrie Cox IR ( Hip )

[CB] 12/08/2009 - Clifton Smith IR ( Concussion )

[DL] 12/27/2009 - Michael Bennett "?" Sunday vs. Atlanta ( Knee )

[WR] 12/21/2009 - Sammie Stroughter IR ( Foot )

[DE] 12/28/2009 - Jimmy Wilkerson IR ( Knee )

[RB] 12/28/2009 - Earnest Graham IR ( Toe )

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49ers vs. Rams in Week 17 – Who the Experts Pick

NFC West rivals clash in Week 17 when the St. Louis Rams host the San Francisco 49ers at 1:00PM ET on Sunday.

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The 49ers beat the Lions 20-6 as a 14-point favorite in Week 16, as the combined score fell under the posted total of 41 points. Alex Smith threw for 230 yards with a touchdown for San Francisco, while Frank Gore rushed for 71 yards and a touchdown on 28 carries.

The Rams lost to the Cardinals 31-10 as a 16-point underdog in Week 16, as the combined score fell under the posted total of 43.5 points. Keith Null threw for just 171 yards with a touchdown and three interceptions, while Brandon Gibson caught five passes for 51 yards and a touchdown.

Oddsmakers from online sports book SBGGLOBAL.com have made the 49ers 9-point favorites over the Rams in Week 17. The over/under total for this game has been set at 40.5 points.

Our free pick prediction for this game is the Rams +9. St. Louis is 7-3 straight up in its last 10 games when playing at home against San Francisco, while the 49ers are just 1-2-2 ATS in its last five games on the road.

The Rams are brutal, but in they played Houston tough in their last home game and we think this will be a closer game than people think. When division rivals play each other, the scores are a little tighter because the teams are so familiar with each other. There is also plenty of value taking the home team getting points.

Our free pick for the total is the under 40.5. The total has gone under in four of San Francisco’s last five games when playing on the road against St. Louis and the Rams have had issues scoring the past four weeks. We think this game will be a defensive struggle throughout.

Our NFL Week 17 Free Pick for this matchup is: ST. LOUIS RAMS +9 and UNDER 40.5.

49ers vs. Rams Current Odds

319 San Francisco 49ers –9 Over 40.5
320 St. Louis Rams +9 Under 40.5

NFL Week 17 Betting Trends

San Francisco is 8-2 ATS in its last 10 games when playing St. Louis
San Francisco is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing St. Louis
St. Louis is 8-15 ATS in its last 23 games at home
St. Louis is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games at home

NFL Week 17 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 )

[CB] 12/28/2009 - Nate Clements expected to miss Sunday vs. St. Louis ( Shoulder )

[WR] 12/23/2009 - Isaac Bruce IR ( Ankle )

[DE] 12/10/2009 - Kentwan Balmer IR ( Shoulder )

[CB] 12/02/2009 - Curtis Taylor IR ( Hip )

[RB] 12/27/2009 - Glen Coffee "?" Sunday vs. St. Louis ( Hamstring )

[PK] 12/28/2009 - Joe Nedney expected to miss Sunday vs. St. Louis ( Hamstring )

[OG] 12/28/2009 - Chilo Rachal injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. St. Louis ( Knee )

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 )

[QB] 12/26/2009 - Marc Bulger IR ( Tibia )

[FS] 12/09/2009 - Oshiomogho Atogwe IR ( Shoulder )

[OG] 12/16/2009 - Jacob Bell IR ( Hamstring )

[DE] 12/27/2009 - Leonard Little "?" Sunday vs. San Francisco ( Knee )

[TE] 12/21/2009 - Daniel Fells IR ( Thigh )

[CB] 12/27/2009 - Quincy Butler "?" Sunday vs. San Francisco ( Knee )

[RB] 12/28/2009 - Steven Jackson is upgraded to probable Sunday vs. San Francisco ( Back )

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Giants vs. Vikings Betting Preview & Free Pick Prediction

The Minnesota Vikings still have visions of earning the No. 1 spot in the NFC when they host the New York Giants at 1:00PM ET on Sunday.

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The Giants lost to the Panthers 41-9 as an 8.5-point favorite in Week 16, while the combined score went over the posted total of 43 points. Eli Manning threw for 296 yards with a touchdown and two interceptions for the Giants, while Steve Smith had seven receptions for 70 yards and a touchdown.

The Vikings lost to the Bears 36-30 in overtime as an 8.5-point favorite in Week 16, while the combined score sailed over the posted total of 41 points. Adrian Peterson ran for 94 yards and two touchdowns in the loss.

Oddsmakers from online sports book SPORTSBETTING.com have made the Vikings 9-point favorites over the Giants in Week 17. The over/under total for this game has been set at 47.5 points.

Our free pick prediction for this game is the Vikings –9. The Giants’ playoff hopes were crushed last week and now they have to go on the road in a meaningless game and face a motivated Minnesota team. That spells disaster.

The Giants are 2-8 against the spread in their last 10 games and were absolutely crushed last week at home. Their defense is horrendous and as long as the Vikings don’t make mistakes and hand New York opportunities, Minnesota should cover.

We also like the over 47.5 in this game. The total has gone over in five of the Giants’ last six games and with both defenses struggling, this game should sail over by the fourth quarter.

Our NFL Week 17 Free Pick for this matchup is: MINNESOTA VIKINGS -9 and OVER 47.5.

Giants vs. Vikings Current Odds

315 New York Giants +9 (+325 moneyline) Over 47.5
316 Minnesota Vikings –9 (-450 moneyline) Under 47.5

NFL Week 17 Betting Trends

NY Giants are 18-5 ATS in their last 23 games on the road
NY Giants are 19-6 SU in their last 25 games on the road
Minnesota is 11-4 SU in its last 15 games
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Minnesota's last 7 games

NFL Week 17 Injury Report

NY GIANTS

[RB] 08/31/2009 - Andre Brown IR ( Achilles )

[DT] 09/04/2009 - Jay Alford IR ( Knee )

[S) 09/24/2009 - Kenny Phillips IR ( Knee )

[LB] 11/11/2009 - Gerris Wilkinson IR ( Wrist )

[LB] 12/01/2009 - Antonio Pierce IR ( Neck )

[OT] 12/27/2009 - Kareem McKenzie "?" Sunday vs. Minnesota ( Knee )

[CB] 12/27/2009 - Corey Webster "?" Sunday vs. Minnesota ( Knee )

[DB] 12/27/2009 - Aaron Ross "?" Sunday vs. Minnesota ( Hamstring )

[OG] 12/27/2009 - Rich Seubert "?" Sunday vs. Minnesota ( Knee )

[TE] 12/23/2009 - Darcy Johnson IR ( Shoulder )

MINNESOTA

[LB] 12/07/2009 - E.J. Henderson IR ( Leg )

[LB] 12/15/2009 - Erin Henderson expected to miss 4 games ( Suspension )

[DT] 12/28/2009 - Pat Williams "?" Sunday vs. NY Giants ( Elbow )

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Betting Preview: Steelers vs. Dolphins Odds & Prediction

The Miami Dolphins and Pittsburgh Steelers will put their playoff hopes on the line in Week 17 when they square off at 1:00PM ET on Sunday.

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The Steelers beat the Ravens 23-20 as a 3-point favorite in Week 16, while the combined score pushed the total of 43 points. Ben Roethlisberger threw for 249 yards with a touchdown and an interception for Pittsburgh, while Santonio Holmes caught five passes for 86 yards and a touchdown.

The Dolphins lost to the Texans 27-20 as a 2-point favorite in Week 16, while the combined score pushed the total of 47 points. Chad Henne threw for 322 yards with a touchdown and an interception for Miami, while Lex Hilliard had nine receptions for 74 yards and a touchdown.

Oddsmakers from online sports book Sports Interaction have made the Steelers 3-point favorites over the Dolphins in Week 17. The over/under total for Sunday’s game has been set at 45 points.

Our free pick prediction for this game is the Dolphins +3. Pittsburgh is 1-5-1 against the spread in its last seven games and 2-7 ATS in its last nine games on the road. Meanwhile, Miami is 4-2 against the number in its last six games.

The Steelers have won their last two games, but they were both at home. Their last two road games game with losses against the Browns and Ravens. We like the home dog getting points and think Miami will play better than it did in the first half last week against Houston.

Our NFL Week 17 Free Pick for this matchup is: MIAMI DOLPHINS +3 and OVER 45.

Steelers vs. Dolphins Current Odds

313 Pittsburgh Steelers –3 Over 45
314 Miami Dolphins +3 Under 45

NFL Week 17 Betting Trends

Pittsburgh is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Miami
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Pittsburgh's last 7 games when playing Miami
Miami is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games
Miami is 3-9 ATS in its last 12 games at home

NFL Week 17 Injury Report

PITTSBURGH

[FB] 09/29/2009 - Frank Summers IR ( Back )

[DE] 10/18/2009 - Aaron Smith IR ( Shoulder )

[S) 12/27/2009 - Troy Polamalu "?" Sunday vs. Miami ( Knee )

[OG] 12/27/2009 - Chris Kemoeatu "?" Sunday vs. Miami ( Wrist )

[WR] 12/22/2009 - Limas Sweed out for season ( Illness )

[LB] 12/22/2009 - Greg Warren IR ( Knee )

[WR] 12/29/2009 - Hines Ward is upgraded to probable Sunday vs. Miami ( Hamstring )

[DE] 12/29/2009 - Brett Keisel is upgraded to probable Sunday vs. Miami ( Stinger )

[RB] 12/29/2009 - Willie Parker injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Miami ( Shoulder )

[LB] 12/29/2009 - Rocky Boiman injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Miami ( Calf )

[CB] 12/29/2009 - Keenan Lewis IR ( Undisclosed )

MIAMI

[QB] 09/28/2009 - Chad Pennington IR ( Shoulder )

[CB] 10/27/2009 - Will Allen IR ( Knee )

[RB] 10/20/2009 - Patrick Cobbs IR ( Knee )

[RB] 11/19/2009 - Ronnie Brown IR ( Foot )

[DT] 11/23/2009 - Jason Ferguson out for season ( Quad )

[DE] 12/27/2009 - Lionel Dotson "?" Sunday vs. Pittsburgh ( Ankle )

[RB] 12/27/2009 - Ricky Williams injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Pittsburgh ( Shoulder )

[LB] 12/28/2009 - Channing Crowder injured last game, doubtful Sunday vs. Pittsburgh ( Hamstring )

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Jaguars vs. Browns in NFL Week 17 – We Pick the Winner

The Jacksonville Jaguars will put their slim playoff hopes on the line when they take on the suddenly hot Cleveland Browns at 1:00PM ET on Sunday.

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The Jaguars lost to the Patriots 35-7 as a 9-point underdog in week 16, while the combined score went under the posted total of 44.5 points. David Garrard threw for 185 yards with two interceptions and a touchdown run for Jacksonville, while Maurice Jones-Drew rushed for 63 yards on 18 carries.

The Browns beat the Raiders 23-9 as a 3-point favorite in Week 16, while the combined score fell under the posted total of 37 points. Jerome Harrison rushed for 148 yards with a touchdown on 39 carries, while Derek Anderson threw for 121 yards and a touchdown in the win.

Oddsmakers from online sports book Sports Interaction have made the Browns 1-point favorites over the Jaguars in Week 17. The over/under total for Sunday’s game has been set at 37.5 points.

Our free pick prediction for this game is the Browns –1. These are two teams heading in different directions and the Jaguars haven’t played well on the road all season. Meanwhile, the Browns have won three in a row and have covered in their last five games.

Jacksonville is just 1-5 against the spread in its last six games and 1-4 ATS in its last five games on the road. Cleveland is 5-0 against the number in its last five games and 4-2 ATS in its last six games at home.

Our free pick prediction for the total is the Over 37.5. Cleveland’s offense has been rejuvenated with Harrison in the backfield and the Browns should have some success putting points on the board against an average Jacksonville defense. The Jaguars should also have a fair amount of success against a Cleveland defense that has allowed 23.9 points per game this season.

Our NFL Week 17 Free Pick for this matchup is: CLEVELAND BROWNS -1 and OVER 37.5.

Jaguars vs. Browns Current Odds

305 Jacksonville Jaguars +1 Over 37.5
306 Cleveland Browns –1 Under 37.5

NFL Week 17 Betting Trends

Jacksonville is 6-3 SU in its last 9 games when playing Cleveland
Jacksonville is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games
Cleveland is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games at home
Cleveland is 2-10 SU in its last 12 games at home

NFL Week 17 Injury Report

JACKSONVILLE

[DL] 09/15/2009 - Rob Meier out for season ( Shoulder )

[DE] 09/18/2009 - Reggie Hayward IR ( Leg )

[CB] 09/01/2009 - Don Carey IR ( Shoulder )

[LB] 08/31/2009 - Jeremy Mincey IR ( Hand )

[WR] 09/21/2009 - Troy Williamson IR ( Shoulder )

[CB] 11/08/2009 - Scott Starks IR ( Hamstring )

[WR] 11/16/2009 - Jarett Dillard IR ( Ankle )

[LB] 11/26/2009 - Bryan Smith IR ( Shoulder )

[RB] 12/17/2009 - Greg Jones IR ( Leg )

[LB] 12/21/2009 - Clint Ingram IR ( Shoulder )

[LB] 12/27/2009 - Tank Daniels "?" Sunday vs. Cleveland ( Groin )

[WR] 12/27/2009 - Torry Holt injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Cleveland ( Finger )

[TE] 12/28/2009 - Marcedes Lewis is downgraded to doubtful Sunday vs. Cleveland ( Concussion )

[DT] 12/28/2009 - Atiyyah Ellison is downgraded to doubtful Sunday vs. Cleveland ( Knee )

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 )

[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 )

[QB] 12/22/2009 - Brady Quinn IR ( Foot )

[T] 12/27/2009 - John StClair "?" Sunday vs. Jacksonville ( Ankle )

[WR] 12/28/2009 - Brian Robiskie injured last game, doubtful Sunday vs. Jacksonville ( Ankle )

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Colts vs. Bills Odds, Trends, Injuries & Prediction

With their bid for a perfect season now over with, the Indianapolis Colts will rest their starters in Week 17 when they take on the Buffalo Bills at 1:00PM ET.

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The Colts lost to the Jets 29-15 as a 4.5-point favorite in Week 16, while the combined score went over the posted total of 40.5 points. Peyton Manning threw for 192 yards before being pulled early in the second half, while Joseph Addai rushed for 40 yards and a touchdown on six carries in the loss.

The Bills lost to the Falcons 31-3 as an 8-point underdog in Week 16, while the combined score went under the posted total of 40 points. Brian Brohm threw for 146 yards and two interceptions in the loss, while Lee Evans hauled in five passes for 43 yards.

Oddsmakers from online sports book SBGGLOBAL.com have made the Bills 9-point favorites over the Colts in Week 17. The over/under total for this game has been set at 36 points.

Our free pick prediction for this game is the Bills –9. Buffalo is 13-5-1 against the spread in its last 19 games when playing at home against Indianapolis and the Colts are expected to sit the majority of their starters season it’s a meaningless game for them.

Taking the points with the Colts might seem like an attractive proposition, even knowing that they’re going to rest most of their starters. But even a bad Bills team can find plenty of success against back up players that haven’t seen the field that much this season. So take the Bills.

Our free pick for the total is the over. The Bills should be able to move the ball with success and the Colts will likely chip in a touchdown or two to help push the total over.

Our NFL Week 17 Free Pick for this matchup is: BUFFALO BILLS -9 and OVER 36.

Colts at Bills Current Odds

301 Indianapolis Colts +9 Over 36
302 Buffalo Bills –9 Under 36

NFL Week 17 Betting Trends

INDIANAPOLIS: 11-24 ATS L2 wks of regular season
BUFFALO: 14-4 Under off loss by 21+ points

NFL Week 17 Injury Report

INDIANAPOLIS

[WR] 12/24/2009 - Anthony Gonzalez IR ( Knee )

[CB] 11/05/2009 - Marlin Jackson IR ( Knee )

[LB] 11/04/2009 - Tyjuan Hagler IR ( Bicep )

[SS] 11/08/2009 - Bob Sanders IR ( Elbow )

[OT] 11/22/2009 - Dan Federkeil IR ( Concussion )

[QB] 12/09/2009 - Jim Sorgi IR ( Shoulder )

[CB] 12/27/2009 - Jerraud Powers "?" Sunday vs. Buffalo ( Hamstring )

[OT] 12/27/2009 - Charlie Johnson "?" Sunday vs. Buffalo ( Foot )

[DE] 12/27/2009 - Robert Mathis "?" Sunday vs. Buffalo ( Quad )

[WR] 12/27/2009 - Pierre Garcon "?" Sunday vs. Buffalo ( Knee )

[DT] 12/27/2009 - Keyunta Dawson "?" Sunday vs. Buffalo ( Knee )

[LB] 12/27/2009 - Clint Session "?" Sunday vs. Buffalo ( Calf )

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 )

[TE] 11/18/2009 - Derek Fine IR ( Knee )

[C] 11/25/2009 - Seth McKinney IR ( Knee )

11/23/2009 - Eric Wood IR ( Knee )

[OG] 12/18/2009 - Kendall Simmons IR ( Shoulder )

[OT] 12/27/2009 - Jamon Meredith "?" Sunday vs. Indianapolis ( Ankle )

[QB] 12/23/2009 - Trent Edwards IR ( Ankle )

[CB] 12/22/2009 - Terrence McGee IR ( Shoulder )

[QB] 12/27/2009 - Ryan Fitzpatrick "?" Sunday vs. Indianapolis ( Ankle )

[S) 12/23/2009 - Jairus Byrd IR ( Groin )

[LB] 12/27/2009 - Bryan Scott "?" Sunday vs. Indianapolis ( Concussion )

[S) 12/27/2009 - Todd Johnson "?" Sunday vs. Indianapolis ( Hamstring )

[WR] 12/27/2009 - Josh Reed "?" Sunday vs. Indianapolis ( Ankle )

[OT] 12/28/2009 - Jonathan Scott "?" Sunday vs. Indianapolis ( Ankle )

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Ravens vs. Raiders NFL Week 17 Betting Preview & Prediction

The Baltimore Ravens hope to clinch a playoff spot on Sunday, but they need to take care of business against the Oakland Raiders at 4:15PM ET first.

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The Ravens lost to the Steelers 23-20 as a 3-point underdog in Week 16, while the combined score caused this game to be a push on the posted total of 43 points. Joe Flacco threw for 166 yards with two touchdowns and an interception for Baltimore, while Ray Rice rushed for 141 yards in the win.

The Raiders lost to the Broncos 23-9 as a 3-point underdog in Week 16, while the combined score fell under the posted total of 37 points. Charlie Frye threw for 333 yards with three interceptions for Oakland, while Zach Miller hauled in nine passes for 110 yards.

Oddsmakers from online sports book SPORTSBETTING.com have made the Ravens 10.5-point favorites over the Raiders in Week 17. The over/under total for this game has been set at 38 points.

Our free pick prediction for this game is the Raiders +10.5. The Ravens are just 2-3-1 against the spread in their last six games and 1-5 straight in their last six games on the road.

The Raiders have played up to their competition all year, with straight up wins over the Eagles, Bengals and Broncos. It’s the games that you think Oakland will show up that they don’t.

We like the Raiders to keep this game close and for the Ravens to play things a little tight and conservative with the playoffs on the line. We like the matchup of Oakland’s secondary vs. Baltimore’s passing game.

We also like the over 38 in this game. Neither team has a dominant defense and both teams have shown the ability to move the ball on offense over the past couple of weeks. We like the score to sail over.

Our NFL Week 17 Free Pick for this matchup is: OAKLAND RAIDERS +10.5 and OVER 38.

Ravens vs. Raiders Current Odds

327 Baltimore Ravens –10.5 Over 38
328 Oakland Raiders +10.5 Under 38

NFL Week 17 Betting Trends

Baltimore is 2-3-1 ATS in its last 6 games on the road
Baltimore is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games on the road
Oakland is 1-8 ATS in its last 9 games when playing Baltimore
Oakland is 1-8 SU in its last 9 games when playing Baltimore

NFL Week 17 Injury Report

BALTIMORE

[OT] 08/04/2009 - Adam Terry IR ( Knee )

[CB] 10/19/2009 - Samari Rolle IR ( Neck )

[WR] 08/14/2009 - Marcus Smith IR ( ACL )

[DT] 08/15/2009 - Lamar Divens IR ( Hip )

[LB] 09/06/2009 - Jason Phillips IR ( Knee )

[LB] 10/05/2009 - Brendon Ayanbadejo IR ( Quad )

[DB] 11/17/2009 - Haruki Nakamura IR ( Ankle )

[RB] 11/24/2009 - Matt Lawrence IR ( Knee )

[CB] 11/24/2009 - Fabian Washington IR ( Knee )

[FS] 12/29/2009 - Ed Reed is upgraded to probable Sunday vs. Oakland ( Hip )

[OT] 12/27/2009 - Jared Gaither "?" Sunday vs. Oakland ( Foot )

[DT] 12/19/2009 - Brandon McKinney IR ( Back )

[S) 12/25/2009 - KJ Gerard IR ( Thigh )

[CB] 12/21/2009 - Lardarius Webb IR ( ACL )

[LB] 12/27/2009 - Tavares Gooden "?" Sunday vs. Oakland ( Groin )

OAKLAND

[WR] 12/27/2009 - Nick Miller "?" Sunday vs. Baltimore ( Shin )

[LB] 11/22/2009 - Ricky Brown IR ( Ankle )

[LB] 11/26/2009 - Jon Alston IR ( Concussion )

[WR] 12/27/2009 - Darrius Heyward-Bey "?" Sunday vs. Baltimore ( Foot )

[OG] 12/14/2009 - Robert Gallery IR ( Back )

[QB] 12/28/2009 - Bruce Gradkowski is downgraded to doubtful Sunday vs. Baltimore ( Knee )

[TE] 12/27/2009 - Brandon Myers "?" Sunday vs. Baltimore ( Concussion )

[RB] 12/27/2009 - Justin Fargas "?" Sunday vs. Baltimore ( Knee )

[RB] 12/24/2009 - Luke Lawton out for season ( Suspension )

[OG] 12/27/2009 - Langston Walker injured last game, "?" Sunday vs. Baltimore ( Leg )

[QB] 12/28/2009 - Charlie Frye expected to start Sunday vs. Baltimore ( None )

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