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NFL Week 15 2018: Picks and predictions

By Matt Verderame

NASHVILLE, TN - NOVEMBER 11: Quarterback Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots drops back to throw a pass against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images)
NASHVILLE, TN - NOVEMBER 11: Quarterback Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots drops back to throw a pass against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images) /
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SEATTLE, WA – DECEMBER 02: Russell Wilson #3 of the Seattle Seahawks warms up before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at CenturyLink Field on December 2, 2018 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)
SEATTLE, WA – DECEMBER 02: Russell Wilson #3 of the Seattle Seahawks warms up before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at CenturyLink Field on December 2, 2018 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images) /

Seattle Seahawks (-6) at San Francisco 49ers

The Seahawks (8-5) can clinch a playoff spot by beating the 49ers (3-10). Considering Seattle waxed San Francisco only two weeks ago, it’s hard to see much changing when a postseason berth is on the line.

Pick: Seattle 34, San Francisco 24

New England Patriots at Pittsburgh Steelers (NO LINE)

This is the witching hour for the Steelers (7-5-1). Pittsburgh has to win or it faces the real possibility of not making the playoffs. On the other sideline, New England (9-4) is coming off a ridiculous loss that should have the Patriots quite focused leading into the week. And, if they lose, there’s a real chance they play on Wild Card weekend.

Pick: Pittsburgh 41, New England 37

Philadelphia Eagles at Los Angeles Rams (-9)

The Rams (11-2) are going to take out all their frustrations on the Eagles (6-7), who basically eliminated themselves from playoff contention on Sunday with their loss to Dallas. It’s hard to envision a scenario where Philadelphia makes this a tight game come the fourth quarter.

Pick: Los Angeles 31, Philadelphia 21

New Orleans Saints (-6.5) at Carolina Panthers

This was going to be one of the best games of the season only a month ago. Now? The Saints (11-2) are trying to secure home-field advantage, but the Panthers (6-7) are playing for absolutely nothing after losing five straight.

Pick: New Orleans 27, Carolina 22

Last Week: 10-6
Season: 128-77-2