NFL Week 16 2018: Picks and predictions

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - NOVEMBER 25: Andrew Luck #12 of the Indianapolis Colts hands the ball off to Marlon Mack #25 in the game against Miami Dolphins in the second quarter at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 25, 2018 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – DECEMBER 15: New York Jets running back Elijah McGuire (25) during the National Football League game between the New York Jets and the Houston Texans on December 15, 2018 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

Green Bay Packers at New York Jets (-1)

The Packers (5-8-1) haven’t won a road game all year. The Jets (4-10) don’t want to be the first victim, but it’s hard to see a team with Aaron Rodgers going winless away from Lambeau all year.

Pick: Green Bay 24, New York 20

Houston Texans at Philadelphia Eagles (-1)

This is a fantastic game. The Texans (10-4) are trying to earn a first-round bye with a win, while the Eagles (7-7) are suddenly in the playoff mix after stunning the Rams. If Nick Foles can do it again, he’s a demigod.

Pick: Philadelphia 30, Houston 27

Jacksonville Jaguars at Miami Dolphins (-4)

The Jaguars (4-10) are atrocious. The Dolphins (7-7) are less so.

Pick: Miami 22, Jacksonville 7

Minnesota Vikings (-5.5) at Detroit Lions

If the Vikings (7-6-1) don’t beat the Lions (5-9) on Sunday, Mike Zimmer’s seat is going to be red. So will general manager Rick Spielman’s face when he looks at that Kirk Cousins contract.

Pick: Minnesota 28, Detroit 24

New York Giants at Indianapolis Colts (-9)

The Colts (8-6) might be the most dangerous team in the AFC this side of Kansas City and Los Angeles. Look for them to hammer the Giants (5-9), who have nothing to play for.

Pick: Indianapolis 37, New York 22

Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Dallas Cowboys (-7)

After being shut out last weekend, the Cowboys (8-6) should be coming back with vengeance this Sunday against the Buccaneers (5-9). Dallas can clinch the NFC East, and frankly, it would be highly disappointing if it fails in this spot.

Pick: Dallas 27, Tampa Bay 23