In an eventful Week 17, NFL analyst Pete Prisco offered his insights and predictions for the Sunday games. Prisco's picks started off strong but encountered some challenges along the way, resulting in a mixed outcome. With only two weeks left before the postseason, Prisco aims to refine his predictions and finish strong.

The Cleveland Browns faced off against the New York Jets in a game that saw the Browns extend their winning streak. Led by quarterback Joe Flacco, the Jets fought hard but ultimately fell short. The Browns' formidable defense proved to be a challenge for the Jets' quarterbacks, ensuring a close game. Prisco predicted a tight contest with the Browns prevailing 22-21.

The Dallas Cowboys, despite suffering back-to-back losses, secured their spot in the playoffs. Facing the Detroit Lions, who had already clinched their division, the Cowboys were determined to get back on track. Playing at home for the first time in three weeks, the Cowboys showcased a strong performance on both offense and defense. Prisco's prediction of a 31-23 victory for the Cowboys proved to be accurate.

The Miami Dolphins and Baltimore Ravens squared off in a highly anticipated game that could potentially determine the top seed in the AFC and the MVP race between Tua Tagovailoa and Lamar Jackson. The Ravens had been dominant against formidable opponents, but the Dolphins put up a valiant effort, hanging around until the end. Ultimately, the Ravens' defense made the difference in securing a narrow 28-27 victory, aligning with Prisco's prediction.

In another matchup, the New England Patriots faced off against the Buffalo Bills. The Patriots, who were playing consecutive road games, entered the game with momentum after a Sunday night victory against the Denver Broncos. However, the Bills rallied back from a previous week's win and delivered a strong performance, handling the Patriots with a convincing 30-14 victory. Prisco's prediction proved accurate as the Bills continued their push for the playoffs.

Meanwhile, the Chicago Bears showcased their resurgence in recent weeks as they took on the Atlanta Falcons. The Falcons, still in the hunt for a playoff spot, faced a tough challenge against a Bears team playing with confidence. Led by quarterback Justin Fields, the Bears outplayed Taylor Heinicke and secured a hard-fought victory with a final score of 25-19, validating Prisco's prediction.

The Tennessee Titans and Houston Texans clashed in a closely contested game. With both teams relying on rookie quarterbacks, the outcome remained uncertain. Despite the tight competition, the Texans emerged victorious, just as they did two weeks prior against the Titans. Prisco correctly predicted a narrow 27-26 win for the Texans.

The Las Vegas Raiders, hoping to improve their playoff chances, faced a crucial showdown against the Indianapolis Colts. Although the Raiders played on the road for the second consecutive week, their defense shone brightly as they upset the Colts with a 23-15 victory. Prisco's prediction accurately foretold the Raiders' triumph.

In other Week 17 matchups, the Jacksonville Jaguars secured a win against the Carolina Panthers, the Los Angeles Rams narrowly defeated the New York Giants, and the Philadelphia Eagles emerged triumphant over the Arizona Cardinals.

As the Buccaneers faced the Saints, Prisco recognized the Bucs' recent winning streak but acknowledged the Saints' historical dominance at home. Despite the Saints' rest after their Thursday night game, the Bucs showcased their superiority, registering a convincing 27-17 victory. Prisco's prediction held true as the Bucs continued their strong run.

Week 17 also saw the San Francisco 49ers dominate the Washington Commanders, the Seattle Seahawks narrowly defeat the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Denver Broncos edging past the Los Angeles Chargers, and the Kansas City Chiefs securing a close win against the Cincinnati Bengals.

With Week 17 coming to a close, Prisco reflected on his overall record for both against the spread (ATS) and straight up (SU) predictions this season. While he sits at 116-113-11 ATS and 146-94 SU, Prisco remains determined to fine-tune his predictions in the remaining weeks before the postseason. NFL enthusiasts can look forward to Prisco's insights as the playoff picture takes shape.