Last week: 12-4 Against the spread: 8-8
Season: 118-58 Against the spread: 77-99
SUNDAY’S GAMES
Titans (5-6) at Colts (11-0)
Line: Colts by 6 1/2 Over/under: 47
NOON
The Colts had no problem winning the first time these teams played — but that was against Kerry Collins. Vince Young presents big problems with his ability to run.
Colts 23, Titans 20
Eagles (7-4) at Falcons (6-5)
Line: Eagles by 5 1/2 Over/under: 44
NOON
The Eagles are minus Brian Westbrook and maybe DeSean Jackson; the Falcons are missing Matt Ryan and perhaps Michael Turner. The Eagles still have Donovan McNabb.
Eagles 21, Falcons 10
Texans (5-6) at Jaguars (6-5)
Line: Pick ’em Over/under: 46
NOON
Both of these teams feel the urgency of the moment. Matt Schaub plays well against the Jaguars; he has a 105.3 rating in three games against them.
Texans 24, Jaguars 22
Broncos (7-4) at Chiefs (3-8)
Line: Broncos by 4 1/2 Over/under: 38
NOON
Although the Broncos are a better team, Kansas City is a tough place to play at this time of the year. The Chiefs are 17-1 at home in December against the Broncos.
Broncos 24, Chiefs 17
Raiders (3-8) at Steelers (6-5)
Line: Steelers by 13 1/2 Over/under: 37
NOON
The Steelers are angry, and they will take it out on the Raiders. Bruce Gradkowski’s Pittsburgh homecoming will be a rough one.
Steelers 30, Raiders 12
Patriots (7-5) at Dolphins (5-6)
Line: Patriots by 3 Over/under: 46
NOON
Bill Belichick says he believes in the Patriots’ defense. But after its performance in New Orleans, you have to wonder why. Still, the Patriots are the best in the division.
Patriots 24, Dolphins 17
Buccaneers (1-10) at Panthers (4-7)
Line: Panthers by 6 Over/under: 40
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NOON
Turnover machine Jake Delhomme has a broken finger and that could mean the inexperienced Matt Moore starts against an improving Bucs team playing for pride.
Buccaneers 20, Panthers 17
Rams (1-10) at Bears (4-7)
Line: Bears by 9 Over/under: 41
NOON TV: WFLD-Ch. 32
The Bears have problems, but they still are not going to lose at home to the Rams, who can neither hold on to the ball nor stop the run.
Bears 23, Rams 18
Lions (2-9) at Bengals (8-3)
Line: Bengals by 13 Over/under: 42
NOON
The Bengals haven’t taken a lot of shots deep downfield this season. Here’s their chance against the league’s worst pass defense.
Bengals 32, Lions 14
Saints (11-0) at Redskins (3-8)
Line: Saints by 9 1/2 Over/under: 48
NOON
The danger here is the Saints could lose focus, especially coming off a big victory and a short week. Drew Brees won’t let that happen.
Saints 30, Redskins 13
Chargers (8-3) at Browns (1-10)
Line: Chargers by 13 Over/under: 43
3:05 PM TV: WBBM-Ch. 2
The Chargers never have lost a December game under Norv Turner and aren’t about to blow this layup. Now with the AFC West lead, the Chargers aren’t going to relinquish it.
Chargers 30, Browns 6
Cowboys (8-3) at Giants (6-5)
Line: Cowboys by 2 Over/under: 45
3:15 PM TV: WFLD-Ch. 32
The sense of desperation is thick; if the Giants lose, they’re done. With Tony Romo at quarterback, the Cowboys are 5-8 in December. Is this their turnaround year?
Cowboys 27, Giants 20
49ers (5-6) at Seahawks (4-7)
Line: Pick ’em Over/under: 41
3:15 PM
The Seahawks are by far at their best at home, and the 49ers are just 1-4 on the road. If the Seahawks at least can slow Frank Gore, they have a pretty good chance.
Seahawks 20, 49ers 14
Vikings (10-1) at Cardinals (7-4)
Line: Vikings by 3 1/2 Over/under: 48
7:20 PM TV: WMAQ-Ch. 5
With just three INTs, Brett Favre has shown remarkable patience and control. Matt Leinart has the ability to keep it interesting at home, though.
Vikings 28, Cardinals 24
MONDAY’S GAME
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Ravens (6-5) at Packers (7-4)
Line: Packers by 3 Over/under: 43
7:30 PM TV: ESPN
After a bumpy start, the Ravens’ defense is starting to get that familiar look. It will need to be at its best against Aaron Rodgers, who has been very sharp lately.
Ravens 27, Packers 20