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4 Chic (24) Sea (10)
3 NO (34) Minn (13)
2 Hou (27 Caro (13)
2 Cinci (28) Stl (14)
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Dennis Ball @ Gaming Today
SUNDAY
Redskins +7½ at Giants: The Skins proved last week they’re a good value pick when on the receiving end of a touchdown plus in points. The G-men offense is good but not close to the Pats attack the Skins faced last week. The Giants are back at home, where they’re not nearly as good and dramatic as they were Sunday night in Dallas. Visitors are a live puppy. SKINS.
Packers -13½ at Chiefs: Aaron Rodgers has thrown at least 2 TD passes in 13 consecutive games. Remember that reaction I automatically get when I see double digits? You know, the one that causes me to bet the dog and take all those points. Well, Rodgers’ stats have a way of allowing me to wipe those thoughts clean from my memory. PACKERS.
Saints -7 at Vikings: Drew Brees and company are doing nothing but winning games and cashing tickets for their backers the last three weeks. Last week they said the Saints don’t play as well outdoors. But New Orleans exorcized that demon at Tennessee. The Saints’ remaining games are in stadiums with a roof overhead and an extremely fast track underneath. SAINTS.
Seahawks +4 at Bears: Caleb Hanie was good enough to cover the point spread last week. I’m looking for him to go a step further this week and win the game by at least a touchdown. Lovie Smith’s boys gave the game away last week in Denver. In his defense, there may have been divine intervention involved in Da Bears collapse. BEARS.
Dolphins (NL) at Bills: The line is expected to be around 1, perhaps even. The Bills won 5 of their first 7, but what happened on the way to their sixth win? The answer is six straight losses. Whatever issues Buffalo has I’m not putting my money on. I will take my chances with the Fish even though the status of Matt Moore is unknown at press time. DOLPHINS.
Panthers +5 at Texans: Carolina has become a team you just can’t trust in certain games where they take an early lead and can’t hold on. The Panthers are young and undisciplined. I believe the Texans will grind out another win with T.J. Yates starting to prove he can play QB in this league. TEXANS.
Titans -6 at Colts: Chris Johnson registered his fifth game of the season with less than 25 yards. But the Titans won’t need him in this game. The Colts would do nothing to jeopardize their lock on Luck. And just to be certain about that fact, they’re in the capable hands of Dan Orlovsky. TITANS.
Bengals (NL) at Rams: This pick is based on the assumption that Sam Bradford will be back in action. The line could be 9 if he doesn’t play. If that’s the case, I request the option to opt out of this home underdog selection. RAMS.
Lions PK at Raiders: The Undisciplined Bowl will be fun to watch. Which team will have the most penalties? Someone should put a line up on that prop. Or better yet, how about an over/under number on the total fines levied? In the end I’m taking Matthew Stafford over Carson Palmer in a close one. LIONS.
Patriots -5½ at Broncos: In a battle of QBs, it’s Mr. Perfect matched up against Mr. Divine Intervention. I’m not sure if Tebow can take advantage of a weak Patriots secondary. If anyone can figure out how to stop the option it should be Belichick. PATRIOTS.
Jets +3 at Eagles: The last couple of weeks the Jets have been in the Rex Ryan "money-zone." Mark Sanchez is delivering in the red-zone and the Jets have won three straight with two consecutive covers. Philly looked like the dream team they were supposed to be in Miami. But I’m not going ga-ga over the Eagles because of one win. Philly cannot be that excited to play at home these days. Who could blame them with all the boo-birds in the stands and chants of "fire Andy" replacing Christmas caroling this season. JETS.
Browns +7 at Cards: The Cards are hot. I’m playing the hot hand of cards which is Arizona. They’ve won three straight and really hot at home, coming off an OT win against Dallas and a physical victory over the 49ers. Browns are beat up and having trouble protecting Colt McCoy. CARDS.
Ravens -2½ at Chargers: Don’t let the two game winning streak fool you. The Bolts haven’t faced a defense as ferocious as the Ravens this season! I’m laying this tiny number. I don’t care how far west the Ravens have to travel. I wouldn’t bet the home dog here if Baltimore had to travel to China! RAVENS.
BEST BETS: NY Jets, Ravens, Patriots.Comment
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Mark Mayer @ Gaming Today
NFL SUNDAY
Saints +7½ at Vikings: Minnesota may be 2-11, but they play you tough. Webb deserves the start over Ponder. VIKINGS.
Panthers +6 at Texans: With Houston clinching first-ever playoff berth, could be passive. PANTHERS.
Lions -1 at Raiders: Expect the Raiders to get physical with Lions again minus Suh. RAIDERS.
Jets +2½ at Eagles: Watch out NFL, here come the Jets. Sanchez and Greene getting better each week. Eagles better on the road. JETS.
Ravens +2½ at Chargers: San Diego now 16-2 in December under Norv Turner. The season is on the line. CHARGERS.
Redskins +7 at Giants: Always side with the dog in any NFC East game when the line is 7 or more. Don’t trust G-men as a substantial home favorite. REDSKINS.
Patriots -6 at Broncos: Line could reach 7 by game time. Wish I could wait ‘til Saturday. Still, I’m driving the Tebow bandwagon. BRONCOS.Comment
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Richard Saber @ Gaming Today
NFL Sunday
Bears -4. The Seahawks come off the Monday night game and the weather will be cold. Lovie and his players are still scratching their heads wondering what just happened in Denver. Look for the Bears to rule their den. BEARS.
Patriots 6½ – best bet.
Cardinals -6½. The Browns travel East to West – a trend that has been holding up. Cards have won and covered their last three.
Chargers +2½. Another very good bet on the money line. San Diego is making its late run at a playoff spot. Bet the money line or take +3 if you find it.Comment
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Pro Football Play of the Day December 18, 2011 6:19 AM by GT Staff
Pro Football
Baltimore Ravens -2½ at San Diego Chargers
The Chargers are 16-2 in December during the reign of HC Norv Turner. San Diego is in a must-win situation as a home underdog. A loss and it’s house cleaning time in San Diego.
CHARGERS +2½Comment
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Dom Chambers
Today's winners ...
My 80 Dime play is on the San Diego Chargers as a home underdog to cover against the Baltimore Ravens. Checking the sports books at 1 a.m., the Chargers are gettiing 2 1/2 points. My 40 Dime play in on the OVER between the New England Patriots and the Denver Broncos. The line I am seeing is 47 points. Always shop around for the best number.Comment
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Jeff Benton
Sunday's Action
40 Dime playoff implication lock going out on theOakland Raiders as the home underaog agaiinst the Detroit Lions. At the time I release this winner, the Raiders are +1 1/2-point underdogs both here in Vegas and offshore versus the visitong Lions.
10 Dime bonus is the Washington Redskins-New York Giants Over the posted total. At the time I am releasing this winner to you, the total points on this game is 46 1/2-points both here in Vegas and offshore.Comment
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