NFL Week 15 Predictions: New England Patriots Clinch Division With Win
By Cyrus Geller
Oct 23, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) following the win over the San Diego Chargers at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. The Broncos defeated the Chargers 35-21. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
Jets 21 Titans 17
Ugh. I don’t want to talk about this game.
Broncos 28 Chargers 24
If San Diego plays like they did on Sunday night, they will win this football game. And on top of that, this is a rivalry game, with a lot on the line for both sides. The Chargers need to win to stay alive in the playoff hunt, and the Broncos clinch the division with a win of their own. This will be a close one, but Peyton Manning has too many weapons for the Chargers’ defense, who ultimately just don’t have enough to slow down Denver one last time.
Lions 20 Vikings 16
Two quality defenses going at it for 60 minutes? Yes please. Both of these offenses will struggle to move the ball in this one, but if you like defensive football, be sure to take a look at these two squads. However in the end, Minnesota doesn’t have Calvin Johnson, and the Lions do. That’s the game-changer.
Seahawks 24 49ers 10
Colin Kaepernick has been tortured by Richard Sherman and Seattle’s defense ever since he came into the league, and this game will be no different. The Niners will follow up their pathetic Thanksgiving performance with one that is nearly as bad, as they barely break 200 total yards, and turn the ball over three times.
Cowboys 34 Eagles 31
This will be the game of the week for NFL fans, especially if you like offense. Neither of these two defenses will be able to slow down the opposing offense, specifically in the second half, where a wild shootout will unfold. DeMarco Murray has another solid game, as does LeSean McCoy, but it is Tony Romo that emerges as the hero, as he leads a last-minute touchdown drive to move Dallas to 10-4.
Saints 26 Bears 20
This Monday night showdown features two teams that had high expectations for 2014, only to see their respective squads crash and burn as the season progressed. I’m giving this one to the Saints because as bad as Drew Brees has been at times this year, Jay Cutler is still much worse. Give me the Saints by six.