NFL Week 11 predictions

 Week 11 of the NFL season is here. We've got a big slate of games this week, including the final overseas game of the year. Let's get into it. Last week I had a mediocre 9-5 record, which brings my record to 100-52-1. 

Jets vs Patriots (Thursday night)- Patriots win 31-17

This might be an ugly one. The Jets did get another win this week, but it was against Dillon Gabriel and the Browns. Justin Fields barely threw the ball, but he did throw a touchdown to Breece Hall, who had a fantastic game. The real story of the game was the special teams. They returned a punt and a kickoff for a touchdown. The Patriots got a gutsy win over the Buccaneers. Treveyon Henderson had 147 yards and 2 scores. Drake Maye had only a 51% completion percentage, but he made up for it with 270 yards and 2 scores. I am taking the Pats to win this because the Jets' 2 wins haven't impressed me.

Commanders vs Dolphins (Madrid) -Dolphins win 28-14

The final game overseas this year is also the first ever game in Madrid. And it might not be fun. The Commanders were blown out by the Lions in their house. Daron Payne was ejected for punching a Lion in the face during the 2nd quarter. Jared Goff balled out with 320 yards and 3 scores. Jahmyr Gibbs had 142 yards and 2 scores against the sorry defense. Things were ugly in the nations capital. The Dolphins, on the other hand, blew out the Bills at home. De'Von Achane was incredible this game. Tua Tagovailoa was solid, and the defense was incredible. I think they'll carry that momentum into this game. Fins win.

Packers vs Giants- Packers win 17-9

Drew Brees is making his NFL commentating for this game. Curious how he sounds. As for the game itself, I don't think it'll be great. The Packers lost an UGLY Monday Night Football game 10-7. The offense was mediocre. Josh Jacobs wasn't bad, but the playcalling sucked. The defense was good, though. The Giants had a 10-point lead over the Bears in Chicago with under 5 minutes. Then they allowed 14 unanswered points to lose. Jaxon Dart had a concussion, so Jameis Winston will get the start here. But they did fire Brian Daboll, so maybe things are looking up. I'm going with the Packers, because I don't think Winston has it anymore.

Texans vs Titans- Texans win 42-24

The Texans had a crazy come-from-behind win over the Jaguars, where they scored 26 unanswered points in the 4th quarter. Davis Mills had a wonderful game, with 292 yards and 2 touchdowns. The defense was lights-out in the 4th. The Titans had a bye. I'm going with Houston because the Titans are a mess.

Panthers vs Falcons- Falcons win 27-9

The Panthers lost to the Saints at home and the offense looked lethargic. Bryce Young looked like trash. Rico Dowdle was good, but not stellar. Defense was okay. Just okay. The Falcons lost a heartbreaker in Berlin 31-25 in overtime to the Colts. Michael Penix wasn't that good. Drake London was solid. The defense couldn't stop Jonathan Taylor, and it cost them. I do think that Rico Dowdle will play a factor. If the Falcons can't stop him, I don't think they win. But I do think they do stop him and win.

Bears vs Vikings- Bears win 28-17

The Bears had a gritty come-from-behind win over the Giants. Caleb Williams had a nice game, with 220 yards and a score. The defense was clutch when it mattered, and that's all that matters. The Vikings had a tough loss against the Ravens. JJ McCarthy wasn't good, and it looks like the weeks of not playing have caught up to him. And I don't think he'll get better. Bears win.

Chargers vs Jaguars- Chargers win 30-9

The Chargers got a good win on Sunday Night Football. Justin Herbert was alright, but the defense was the story of the game, picking off Aaron Rodgers twice. The running game was solid as well. The Jaguars had a 4th-quarter meltdown in Houston. Trevor Lawrence was horrible, with only 158 yards and a score, and 13-23 through the air. The defense is what cost them this game, and against a guy like Herbert, they've got their hands full.

Buccaneers vs Bills- Buccaneers win 35-28

The Buccaneers had a tough loss at home. Baker Mayfield was very good, with 273 yards and 3 scores. The defense just couldn't get it done. Things just didn't go their way on defense. The Bills had a rough game. They were blown out in Miami and Josh Allen wasn't good. The defense was horrible, allowing 370 yards. And I don't think they'll be any better against a tough team like the Bucs. 

Bengals vs Steelers- Steelers win 38-27

The Bengals were on a bye after a wild game against the Bears. The Steelers had a rough prime-time showing in LA. Aaron Rodgers looked like trash. The offense as a whole looked terrible. And the defense wasn't much better. I am taking them, however, because Cincinnati's defense is just so bad.

Seahawks vs Rams- Rams win 38-35

Game of the week candidate right here. Both teams put up 40+ on division rivals, and in the Seahawks game, DeMarcus Lawrence returned 2 fumbles for touchdowns. For the Rams, Matthew Stafford looked like an MVP favorite. This should be a good one, but I'm taking home-field advantage. 

49ers vs Cardinals- 49ers win 28-20

These two were on the opposite sides of the 40+ points put up. The 49ers at least had Mac Jones looking good. The Cardinals had nothing going for them. Jacoby Brissett was bad, the defense was terrible, everything was bad. The 49ers win this one.

Chiefs vs Broncos- Chiefs win 27-17

The Chiefs were on a bye. The Broncos had an ugly Thursday Night Football win 10-7. Bo Nix didn't play good, but he didn't need to. The defense won the Broncos this game. Nothing else needs to be said. If the offense from last week shows up this week, the defense needs to be perfect. Anything else and it'll be a tough one. I'm not sure how much I trust them,so I will take the Chiefs here.

Ravens vs Browns- Ravens win 41-24

The Ravens got a solid win over the Vikings. Lamar Jackson looked solid, the defense played well, and their playoff chances are still alive. The Browns....woof. They lost to the Jets, and Dillon Gabriel looked like trash. They had no offensive line. The defense couldn't stop anything. It was a rough game all-around. I don;t think things will get better. Ravens win.

Lions vs Eagles (Sunday night) Eagles win 24-20

The Lions had a dominant win over the Commanders. Jared Goff and Jahmyr Gibbs looked spectacular. The defense was great. Heck, they even reminded us that Kyle Allen is still in the league. The Eagles had a rough win. Jalen Hurts was solid, but the run game wasn't the best. The defense was great. Jalen Hurts' decision to go for it on 4th down instead of punting was questionable at best. And Kevin Patullo still sucks. I am taking them because of home-field advantage, and because I have to have some faith.

Cowboys vs Raiders (Monday night) Cowboys win 20-14

The Cowboys were on a bye last week, and it's likely for the best after the tragic passing of their brother, Marshawn Kneeland. I hope his family and teammates are doing alright during this tough time. Remember to call 988 if you or someone you know are having suicidal thoughts. The Raiders had a tough showing on Thursday Night Football. Geno Smith didn't look good. Ashton Jeanty was good, but the offense couldn't overcome its own struggles. The defense played well, but they needed to play perfectly. This is a tossup, to be honest, and not in a good way. But I am taking the Cowboys because I have more faith in them.

This week's slate is somewhat lackluster, but we might see some good games. We'll see though!