Week 6 predictions with three potential Super Bowl games and a meeting of division leaders
Philadelphia Eagles @ New York Giants
Even with Jaxson Dart at the helm, the Giants are not a good team, as evidenced by the disastrous loss they suffered to the previously winless New Orleans Saints. The Eagles aren't blowing anyone away statistically, but they're still a good team. At the very least, they are good enough to beat the lowly Giants, against whom they are 5-1 since the start of the 2022-23 season.
The Eagles win 28-20
NFL Games in London
Denver Broncos vs. New York Jets
The Jets are a joke. Their games only seem close because the offense decides to start playing on schedule. They can't force turnovers, and they blow themselves up early before other teams take their foot off the gas pedal. The Broncos are going to make Justin Fields' life a nightmare as they lead the league in sacks. They will likely take a 17-point lead before facing a response from the Jets. Either way, it won't be competitive in the third quarter.
Broncos win 32-21
Early Sunday Games
Arizona Cardinals @ Indianapolis Colts
The Cardinals are one of the worst-run organizations in all of professional sports. This loss to the Titans is the type of game that will define a team's entire season. It’s not something a team comes back from. They're certainly not going to come back against an Indianapolis team that is second in offense and third in defense.
Colts win 31-20
Los Angeles Chargers @ Miami Dolphins
This was a successful game for the Chargers, and it couldn't have come at a better time. They have lost two in a row after starting the season 3-0. Los Angeles' problem is self-inflicted injuries, and those are much less likely to occur against a Miami team that has only five turnovers this season, considering three of them came against the Jets. The Bolts should get an easy victory, especially with Dolphins fans ready to turn on their team at any moment.
Chargers win 28-19
New England Patriots @ New Orleans Saints
It looks like a trap game. The Pats are coming off their biggest win in three years and are scheduled to travel to New Orleans, where they will have an “easy” game against the Saints. New Orleans beat New York last week because five straight Giants drives ended in a turnover. The Patriots are not going to make the same mistakes as Big Blue. New England will take care of the ball in a close game.
The Patriots win 21-20
Cleveland Browns @ Pittsburgh Steelers
Dillon Gabriel was really good in his first start, but that happened against Carson Wentz, who is NOT quarterback Aaron Rodgers at all, even a 41-year-old version of the former four-time MVP. It also helps the Steelers that this game is in Pittsburgh. The Browns haven't beaten the Steelers in a regular season game in Pittsburgh in 22 years.
Steelers win 24-20
Dallas Cowboys @ Carolina Panthers
It's a coin toss game, and I'm not the cowardly type to predict a tie. I could see the Panthers winning a close game, but they are so bad. The Cowboys aren't great, but they have one of the best offenses in the league. The Cats are 19th in defense and Dallas is fourth in offense. This one will be a shootout, but the 'Boys will score a game-winning field goal as time expires.
Cowboys win 31-29
Seattle Seahawks @ Jacksonville Jaguars
I'm a little worried about the Jaguars this week. They're probably still riding high from that exciting Monday Night Football win over the Chiefs. Meanwhile, the Seahawks have a bitter taste in their mouth after stifling a win against the Buccaneers. Seattle should respond well on the road, where they are 16-9 in their last 25 games.
Seahawks win 23-21
Los Angeles Rams @ Baltimore Ravens
No matter who the Ravens starting quarterback is, they don't have the defensive skills to contain the Rams. Baltimore is 31st in passing defense (262.2 yards per game allowed) and dead last in scoring defense (35.4 points per game allowed). Those stats don't bode well for a team facing the league's second-ranked passing attack. Even if Lamar Jackson plays, Los Angeles will take this one.
Rams win 32-27
Sunday late games
Tennessee Titans @ Las Vegas Raiders
None of these teams are really good. Geno Smith will throw at least one interception, while Cam Ward will be put in a torture chamber by Maxx Crosby. In games like this, the advantage goes to the home team and the team led by the better head coach. Pete Carroll can coach circles around Brian Callahan, and this game is being played in Las Vegas, which means the Raiders should be favored.
Raiders win 20-17
Cincinnati Bengals @ Green Bay Packers
The Packers win 27-21
The addition of Joe Flacco certainly makes this matchup more interesting, but Green Bay should be able to take care of business against Cincy. The Packers have an elite pass rush and the Bengals are one of the worst pass blocking teams in the NFL, with 15 sacks allowed this season. Green Bay will also be able to establish the ground game against the run defense, which is ranked 24th in the league.
San Francisco 49ers @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers
The Buccaneers continue to find courageous ways to achieve victories. At this point, we should just expect Baker Mayfield to have the ball in his hands down two points with a chance to set up his offense with a go-ahead basket. After San Francisco went to war with the Rams last week, they must travel across the country, completely battered and bruised, to face the NFL's 11th-ranked defense. It's a tough test for a struggling team.
Buccaneers win 24-22
Detroit Lions @ Kansas City Chiefs
I changed my mind ten times trying to pick a winner for this game. On the one hand, the Lions are the best team in the NFL. At the same time, it would be foolish to bet against the Chiefs in their stadium during a prime time game. I hate to be that guy, but I think the refs will have an impact on how this plays out, and some questionable calls will go in Kansas City's favor. Normally I don't believe this, but the NFL can't afford to let the Chiefs fall to 2-4.
Chiefs win 27-25
Buffalo Bills @ Atlanta Falcons
The Buffalo Bills will be out for blood after suffering their first home loss in what seems like forever. They need to get back on track, but that could be tough against a Falcons team that actually has the NFL's number one defense in terms of yards (244 yards allowed per game). Josh Allen will have to use his legs against a group that only allows opponents to throw for 135 yards per game. Atlanta will have a chance to win the game, but their drive will be a little short.
Bills win 28-24
Chicago Bears @ Washington Commanders
Chicago is looking for revenge for the humiliating Hail Mary loss they suffered at the hands of this team. Unfortunately, they don't have the defensive firepower to shake a calm and cool quarterback like Jayden Daniels. The Bears are 28th in points allowed and 31st in run defense. It's not good when you're facing a QB who can hurt you with his legs and a hot running back like Bill Croskey-Merritt, who is coming off the best game of his career.
Commanders win 22-20
2025-10-08 23:12:00
