**NFL Week 12 Predictions: Commanders and Lions Expected to Shine**

As Week 12 of the NFL season approaches, fans and analysts alike are buzzing with excitement after an exhilarating Week 11 that saw the Chiefs and Bills deliver an instant classic. The league is heating up as teams make their final push towards the playoffs, and bettors are closely monitoring trends and matchups to maximize their gains.

In Week 11, we saw a solid performance in predictions, going 8-6 against the spread (ATS) and 10-4 straight up (SU). Five lock picks yielded a respectable 3-2 ATS, highlighted by a successful upset call with the Steelers over the Ravens and the Chargers edging out the Bengals. However, backing Mahomes and the Chiefs against the Bills didn’t pan out, but such minor setbacks hardly faze seasoned analysts. Moving forward, several key matchups in Week 12 have been identified as top picks.

One of the standout games is the face-off between the Washington Commanders and Dallas Cowboys. The Commanders, under coach Dan Quinn, are coming off a mini-bye, providing them a significant rest advantage. Dallas, on the other hand, struggles with Cooper Rush at quarterback and faces a daunting task against a well-rested Washington side. The projected outcome is a decisive 30-17 victory for the Commanders, making them a strong pick at -10 ATS.

Turning to Detroit, the Lions are set to face the Indianapolis Colts. Despite Colts’ quarterback Anthony Richardson’s improved performance, it largely came against a lackluster Jets team. The Lions have excelled on the road with a 4-1 ATS record and an impressive average victory margin. With this in mind, the Lions are favored at -7.5, and the projected score stands at 33-23 in their favor.

The Harbaugh Bowl between Baltimore Ravens and Los Angeles Chargers adds another layer of excitement. Despite Baltimore’s offensive prowess led by Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry, their leaky secondary poses a concern. Justin Herbert’s precision could exploit these defensive weaknesses, and given the Chargers’ stout defense, they stand a chance of keeping the game close. A tight contest is anticipated with the Chargers covering the +3 spread, potentially winning 27-24.

Green Bay Packers are another team to watch, facing a banged-up San Francisco 49ers. Although the Packers’ early season promise has waned, they are in a favorable spot at home as 2.5-point favorites. With the 49ers grappling with injuries to key players including Brock Purdy and Nick Bosa, the Packers are projected to come out on top, 27-23, making them a strong pick at -2.5.

In addition, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers look poised to capitalize against the struggling New York Giants. With the Giants allowing an alarming 5.3 yards per carry, Buccaneers’ Bucky Irving is set for a strong showing. Tampa Bay shows promise both on third down and in the red zone, and with a favorable schedule ahead, they could also be a dark horse to win the NFC South. The Bucs are expected to win comfortably, with a projected score of 24-16, and cover the -5 spread.

These predictions set the stage for another thrilling week of NFL action as teams continue their march towards the playoffs, offering plenty of opportunities for both wins and surprises.