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NFL Week 17: Picks and predictions

By Matt Verderame

Dec 11, 2016; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) throws a pass during the first quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 11, 2016; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) throws a pass during the first quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 13, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) looks to pass the ball against the Chicago Bears during the second half at Soldier Field. The Washington Redskins won 24-21. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 13, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) looks to pass the ball against the Chicago Bears during the second half at Soldier Field. The Washington Redskins won 24-21. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports /

New York Giants at Washington Redskins (-8)

The Redskins (8-6-1) are going to be desperate and the Giants (10-5) will rest all of their starters. This is going to be a waxing, if only because of circumstance.

Pick: Washington 34, New York 21

New Orleans Saints at Atlanta Falcons (-6.5)

The Falcons (10-5) are going to get a first-round bye in the playoffs. The Saints (7-8) will play hard but they’ll be hard-pressed to win on Sunday.

Pick: Atlanta 38, New Orleans 20

Arizona Cardinals (-6) at Los Angeles Rams

Jared Goff is terrible, and the Rams (4-11) know it. The Cardinals (6-8-1) are going to beat them something fierce, finishing what has to be one of the most disappointing seasons in team history.

Pick: Arizona 24, Los Angeles 10

Oakland Raiders at Denver Broncos (-1.5)

This is the “Who the hell knows” game. The Raiders (12-3) are trying for a division title and bye, while the Broncos (8-7) have a terrific defense going against Matt McGloin at home. Toss up.

Pick: Denver 13, Oakland 10

Seattle Seahawks (-9.5) at San Francisco 49ers

The 49ers (2-13) can’t do anything right. Even when they win, they lose. The Seahawks (9-5-1) are going to roll here.

Pick: Seattle 21, San Francisco 6

Kansas City Chiefs (-5.5) at San Diego Chargers

This is going to be a hammering. The Chiefs (11-4) are playing for a potential West title and a bye. The Chargers (5-10) just lost to Cleveland. Kansas City will roll in a half-empty Qualcomm Stadium.

Pick: Kansas City 30, San Diego 16

Green Bay Packers (-3.5) at Detroit Lions

The Packers (9-6) are going to show the Lions (9-6) what it means to be a winner. Detroit had its chance over the past two weeks to reach the playoffs, and it fell apart.

Pick: Green Bay 33, Detroit 23

Last Week: 8-8
Season: 149-91

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