Prisco's Week 17 Picks: Cowboys Look to Bounce Back, Ravens and Dolphins Clash in AFC Showdown
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In the latest edition of Pete Prisco's NFL picks for Week 17, he aims to redeem himself after a challenging previous week. Prisco's predictions saw mixed results as he went 6-10 against the spread and 10-6 straight up. With only two weeks remaining before the postseason, Prisco is determined to make accurate picks and shore up his overall record.
The first matchup on Prisco's radar is between the Cleveland Browns and the New York Jets. Prisco acknowledges the Browns' impressive form and their playoff aspirations under quarterback Joe Flacco. Although the Jets have struggled, Prisco believes their defense will put up a fight, keeping the game close.
Moving on, Prisco analyzes the Dallas Cowboys' recent losses and their chances to rebound against the Detroit Lions. While the Lions secured their division last week, the Cowboys' home advantage may work in their favor, according to Prisco. He predicts a strong performance from the Cowboys' offense and defense, resulting in a convincing win.
In the highly anticipated showdown between the Miami Dolphins and the Baltimore Ravens, Prisco highlights the stakes as this game could shape the top seed in the AFC and potentially determine the MVP between Tua Tagovailoa and Lamar Jackson. Prisco expects a competitive match, but ultimately considers the Ravens' defense to be the deciding factor, giving them a narrow victory.
Prisco's attention then turns to the New England Patriots and the Buffalo Bills. After defeating the Denver Broncos, the Patriots face the Bills in consecutive road games. Prisco suggests that the Bills' recent comeback win against the Chargers has reinvigorated their playoff push. He predicts a dominating performance from the Bills, as they aim to handle the Patriots on their way to their next matchup against the Miami Dolphins.
Next up, the Chicago Bears take on the Atlanta Falcons, with Prisco noting the Bears' resurgence in recent weeks. Despite the Falcons' lingering playoff hopes, Prisco believes the Bears' loose and confident style of play, led by quarterback Justin Fields, will be enough to secure victory.
The Tennessee Titans face the Houston Texans in a game that holds significance for both teams' rookie quarterbacks. Prisco recalls the Texans' narrow win against the Titans two weeks ago and expects another closely contested match, regardless of which quarterback takes the field for the Titans.
Another crucial game on Prisco's radar is the clash between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Indianapolis Colts. With slim playoff chances, the Raiders seek an upset against the Colts, who desperately need a win to keep their postseason hopes alive. Prisco praises the Raiders' resolute defense and predicts an upset victory for Las Vegas.
The Jacksonville Jaguars face the Carolina Panthers in a game between two struggling teams. Prisco acknowledges the Jaguars' recent losing streak but predicts a win for them, regardless of the status of quarterback Trevor Lawrence. He expects the Jaguars to stay atop the AFC South standings with a home victory.
Prisco's attention then turns to the matchup between the Los Angeles Rams and the New York Giants. While the Giants' offense has struggled, their defense is expected to keep them competitive against Matthew Stafford and the Rams. Prisco foresees a close game, with the Rams ultimately finding a way to come out on top.
The Arizona Cardinals face the Philadelphia Eagles in a game where the Eagles' inconsistencies could be exploited by the Cardinals. However, Prisco predicts an Eagles victory, noting the Cardinals' struggles on consecutive road games.
In a highly anticipated divisional clash, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers aim to continue their winning streak against the division rival New Orleans Saints. Prisco acknowledges the Buccaneers' recent dominance but recognizes the Saints' historical success against them at home. However, he predicts the Buccaneers to keep their winning streak intact and emerge victorious.
The San Francisco 49ers face the Washington Commanders in a late Sunday matchup. Despite a blowout loss to the Ravens, Prisco expects the 49ers to bounce back, relying on their strong defensive line to overpower Washington's struggling offensive line.
The Pittsburgh Steelers take on the Seattle Seahawks in what Prisco dubs a "playoff game of sorts." Both teams are still in contention, with the Seahawks coming off a comeback victory over the Titans and the Steelers securing a win against the Bengals. Prisco predicts a close game but ultimately believes Seahawks' backup quarterback Geno Smith will make enough plays to give Seattle the edge.
The Los Angeles Chargers and the Denver Broncos clash in a game that holds playoff implications for both teams. Prisco points out the Chargers' improved performance under interim coach Giff Smith and the Broncos' urgency to win. He predicts a Broncos victory but expects a hard-fought battle.
In a matchup between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Kansas City Chiefs, Prisco highlights the Chiefs' offensive struggles and the Bengals' slim playoff chances. He anticipates the Chiefs to secure a win, but suggests that the Bengals will keep it competitive.
Lastly, the Green Bay Packers face the Minnesota Vikings in a game that holds playoff implications for both teams. Despite playing consecutive road games, Prisco believes the Packers, led by quarterback Jordan Love, can exploit the struggling Vikings defense and come away with a win.
While Pete Prisco's previous week may not have been impressive, he remains confident in his Week 17 picks. As the NFL regular season nears its conclusion, Prisco aims to deliver accurate predictions as teams battle for playoff berths and positioning. Fans will be eager to see whether Prisco's analysis aligns with the outcomes on the field.