NFL Week 15: Previews, Betting Tips, Fantasy Tips, and More
Cincinnati Bengals (5-8) @ Tennessee Titans (3-10)
1 PM ET | Fox | Bengals -5
Key Bengals Storyline
The Bengals have to win out to even have a chance at the playoffs. While they’ll still need a lot of help from other teams losing, it’s possible. That mission starts on Sunday against a struggling Tennessee team.
Key Titans Storyline
Will Levis has looked better over the last few weeks. He’ll face a weak Bengals defense on Sunday.
Key Stat
Jamar Chase comes into the game only 181 yards away from 1,500 on the season.
Bold Prediction
Chase Brown will have two touchdowns, one receiving, and one rushing, to go with 100 yards on the day.
Betting Tip
Tennessee is 2-11 against the spread this season, the worst mark in the league.
Fantasy Tip
Though he’s coming off a poor performance, Tee Higgins should get plenty of work against Tennessee’s pass defense, which will likely focus on taking Jamar Chase out of the equation.
Final Prediction
Bengals 27, Titans 20
Kansas City Chiefs (12-1) @ Cleveland Browns (3-10)
1 PM ET | CBS | Chiefs -4.5
Key Chiefs Storyline
Kansas City has a two-game lead for the top seed in the AFC. A win on Sunday will go a long way in locking up home-field advantage throughout.
Key Browns Storyline
Every game is a chance for Jameis Winston to make himself the starter next season in Cleveland. A win over the cream of the AFC crop would certainly help.
Key Stat
D.J. Humphries posted a 52.6 PFF grade in his first start with KC. If he’s able to play on Sunday (hamstring), he’ll face off against Myles Garrett.
Bold Prediction
Myles Garrett will log two or more sacks.
Betting Tip
The Browns are only 4-11 against the spread when they have the rest advantage under Kevin Stefanski.
Fantasy Tip
Isaiah Pacheco has seen a slight uptick in work in his first two starts since returning from injury. If the Chiefs get a big lead early, he may get the most work he’s seen since coming back.
Final Prediction
Chiefs 30, Browns 20
Washington Commanders (8-5) @ New Orleans Saints (5-8)
1 PM ET | Fox | Commanders -7.5
Key Commanders Storyline
Washington currently has the last wildcard spot in the NFC. The Commanders need to win to hold onto their playoff hopes.
Key Saints Storyline
Derek Carr might be done for the season. Without Taysom Hill, the Saints’ offense will look to find some kind of spark to finish out the season.
Key Stat
The Saints rank 10th in the league in rushing offense, with 128.3 yards per game. Look for them to run the ball early and often without Carr in the mix.
Bold Prediction
Jayden Daniels will go for three scores this weekend, including one on the ground.
Betting Tip
Washington is 8-4-1 against the spread this season and will face a Saints team that has scored roughly 10 fewer points per game with its starting QB out.
Fantasy Tip
Alvin Kamara should get plenty of work, both in the passing game and the running game. If there’s a bright spot for the Saints’ offense, it will likely involve 41.
Final Prediction
Commanders 34, Saints 14
Dallas Cowboys (5-8) @ Carolina Panthers (3-10)
1 PM ET | Fox | Panthers -3
Key Cowboys Storyline
The Cowboys may have finally found their bell cow running back, one of the few bright spots for the struggling Dallas offense this season.
Key Panthers Storyline
Carolina is the betting favorite for the first time since 2022, thanks to last week’s game against the Eagles that they lost, but looked much improved.
Key Stat
The Panthers are giving up more than 380 yards per game, the second-worst total in the NFL.
Betting Tip
Dallas is only 4-9 against the spread this season, the third-worst mark in the league.
Fantasy Tip
Rico Dowdle has been a hot waiver wire pickup in recent weeks. He’s a great RB2 choice for fantasy this weekend.
Final Prediction
Cowboys 24, Panthers 22
New York Jets (3-10) @ Jacksonville Jaguars (3-10)
1 PM ET | Fox | Jets -3.5
Key Jets Storyline
With nothing to play for as far as the postseason goes, the Jets are looking to avoid a five-game losing streak.
Key Jaguars Storyline
Jacksonville snapped its own five-game losing streak last week against the Titans. The struggling Jags will look to win two straight games for the first time this season.
Key Stat
Aaron Rodgers hadn’t thrown for more than 300 yards in 34 straight games, a streak he ended last week. He’ll look to go back-to-back against a woeful Jacksonville defense.
Bold Prediction
Rodgers doesn’t get to 300 yards, but he does throw three TD passes.
Betting Tip
Jacksonville is 7-5-1 against the spread this season, a good mark when you consider their overall record.
Fantasy Tip
Tank Bigsby will get plenty of touches (18 last week), but the production just isn’t there. Don’t start the Jags’ starting RB unless you’re in a deep league with no other alternative.
Final Prediction
Jets 20, Jaguars 12
Baltimore Ravens (8-5) @ New York Giants (2-11)
1 PM ET | CBS | Ravens -16
Key Ravens Storyline
Baltimore will play three games in 11 days coming off its week 14 bye. After some tough losses, this stretch is crucial for a team with postseason aspirations.
Key Giants Storyline
Tommy DeVito is back in at QB, replacing Drew Lock who did nothing to spark the offense.
Key Stat
The Giants haven’t won a game since week five.
Bold Prediction
It’s not all that bold, but expect the Giants’ losing streak to continue.
Betting Tip
Big spreads are often seen as traps when betting on NFL games, but this one is a good opportunity to put money on the team giving a ton of points.
Fantasy Tip
Malik Nabers may be the only bright spot for the Giants against a questionable Ravens secondary.
Final Prediction
Ravens 38, Giants 20
Miami Dolphins (6-7) @ Houston Texans (8-5)
1 PM ET | CBS | Texans -3
Key Dolphins Storyline
Miami’s path to the playoffs requires a lot of help, but a loss on Sunday drops their postseason chances to only 3%.
Key Texans Storyline
Houston hasn’t won a game at home since October. The team needs to tally some wins to close out the season to hold off the Colts for the AFC South title.
Key Stat
The Dolphins have quietly put together a great defensive season, as their currently ninth in total yardage allowed. Meanwhile, Houston is fifth, setting up for a defensive battle in H-Town.
Bold Prediction
Devon Achane will put up 100 yards from scrimmage.
Betting Tip
The O/U is set at 46.5 for this one. While both offenses are good, this one has the potential to be a defensive showdown.
Fantasy Tip
Tua doesn’t always get labeled a must-start at QB, but over his last four games, he’s thrown 11 TDs and no interceptions. Oh, and his completion percentage is the best in the league. Houston’s defense is strong, but Tua is worth a start.
Final Prediction
Texans 23, Dolphins 20
Indianapolis Colts (6-7) @ Denver Broncos (8-5)
4:25 PM ET | CBS | Broncos -4
Key Colts Storyline
A win doesn’t lock Indy into the playoffs, but a loss makes it all but impossible for them to get in.
Key Broncos Storyline
With a win, Denver has a 91% chance of making the postseason while a loss drops them to 50%.
Key Stat
Bo Nix continues to lead all rookie QBs with 17 passing touchdowns.
Bold Prediction
Nix adds to his lead with three passing TDs against the Colts.
Betting Tip
The Broncos have hit the over in seven games this season. This one should break the 44-point O/U.
Fantasy Tip
Javonte Williams has quietly put together a solid season. He’s a great RB2/Flex option for fantasy owners this weekend.
Final Prediction
Broncos 27, Colts 23
New England Patriots (3-10) @ Arizona Cardinals (6-7)
4:25 PM ET | CBS | Cardinals -6
Key Patriots Storyline
Despite the Pats’ record, Drake Maye has shown flashes of his ability to be the QB of the future. Eliminated from the postseason, the Patriots should be optimistic about building for the future around their young signal-caller.
Key Cardinals Storyline
Kyler Murray has thrown multiple picks in consecutive games for the first time in his career. Can he break the streak at two?
Key Stat
Arizona has lost three straight, and a loss to New England would drop its playoff chances to only 3%.
Bold Prediction
Marvin Harrison Jr. scores two touchdowns, including the game-winner.
Betting Tip
Arizona is 8-5 against the spread this season, three games better than New England.
Fantasy Tip
New England is giving up more than 120 yards per game on the ground, making this a great week for James Conner owners.
Final Prediction
Cardinals 24, Patriots 17
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-6) @ Los Angeles Chargers (8-5)
4:25 PM ET | Fox | Chargers -3
Key Buccaneers Storyline
Tampa comes into this one in control of the NFC South with a 71% chance of making the playoffs. A win bumps that number 87%.
Key Chargers Storyline
Ladd McConkey has been limited in practice after missing last week’s game. If he can’t go, the Chargers offense looks very different.
Key Stat
Justin Herbert has only thrown one interception this season and it was in week two.
Bold Prediction
Tampa forces Justin Herbert’s second pick of the season.
Betting Tip
Tampa is 12-4 against the spread on the road over the last two seasons, the second-best record in the NFL.
Fantasy Tip
Fade Gus Edwards. While he catches some passes, which is great in PPR leagues, he’s just not been productive on the ground.
Final Prediction
Chargers 31, Buccaneers 27
Pittsburgh Steelers (10-3) @ Philadelphia Eagles (11-2)
4:25 PM ET | Fox | Eagles -5.5
Key Steelers Storyline
It’s a win-and-in scenario for Pittsburgh, who can clinch a playoff spot this weekend with a victory over the Eagles.
Key Eagles Storyline
A win combined with a Washington loss makes Philly the NFC East champions. They’ll know by kickoff if they have a chance to win their division.
Key Stat
Pittsburgh hasn’t won in Philadelphia since 1965, a 10-game losing streak.
Bold Prediction
Philly will prioritize the passing game to try to squash the rumored discord between Jalen Hurts and AJ Brown.
Betting Tip
Pittsburgh’s 10-3 record matches their record against the spread this season.
Fantasy Tip
Russell Wilson has looked good as the starter in Pittsburgh this season, but he’s facing a stingy Eagles defense. Don’t start Russ at QB unless you’re in a deep league.
Final Prediction
Eagles 24, Steelers 23
Buffalo Bills (10-3) @ Detroit Lions (12-1)
4:25 PM ET | CBS | Lions -2.5
Key Bills Storyline
The Bills are coming off an upset loss to the Rams and now face a possible need to win out to be in the race for the number one seed.
Key Lions Storyline
The Lions look like the class of the NFC, but they’ll face their toughest opponent of the season. Detroit needs to win to keep some distance between themselves and the Eagles for the one-seed.
Key Stat
Detroit is averaging 35 points per game this season, a staggering number.
Bold Prediction
Josh Allen will all but seal the MVP with a four-TD performance.
Betting Tip
Detroit is 9-4 against the spread this season while Buffalo is 8-5. You may be better served betting the O/U in this one. Take the over (54.5)
Fantasy Tip
It should go without saying, but do not start either of these defenses this week. This isn’t an indictment on either team’s defense. It just means both offenses are simply too good.
Final Prediction
Bills 38, Lions 35
Green Bay Packers (9-4) @ Seattle Seahawks (8-5)
8:20 PM ET | NBC/Peacock | Packers -2.5
Key Packers Storyline
Jordan Love struggled with turnovers early in the season, but hasn’t thrown a pick in his last three games, a streak that the Packers will need him to keep going.
Key Seahawks Storyline
This game can play a major role in Seattle’s playoff hopes. A win gives them an 84% chance of getting in while a loss drops their chances to 56%.
Key Stat
Josh Jacobs is third in the league with 1,053 yards and faces a Seattle defense giving up more than 125 yards per game.
Bold Prediction
Jayden Reed will have at least one reception of more than 40 yards.
Betting Tip
The O/U on this game is set at 46. Take the over.
Fantasy Tip
Tucker Kraft has proven to be a red-zone favorite for Jordan Love. He’s tied with Mark Andrews for the second-most TDs by a tight end this season with seven.
Final Prediction
Green Bay 27, Seattle 23
Chicago Bears (4-9) @ Minnesota Vikings (11-2)
Monday, 8 PM ET | ABC/ESPN+ | Vikings -7
Key Bears Storyline
The Bears haven’t won a game on the road this season.
Key Vikings Storyline
It’s win and in for Minnesota who can clinch a playoff berth with a victory over the Bears.
Key Stat
Chicago is one of the worst teams in the league against the pass, with a PFF grade of 50.8.
Bold Prediction
Justin Jefferson scores three touchdowns as this one gets out of hand early.
Betting Tip
Minnesota is 8-4-1 against the spread this season.
Fantasy Tip
Your fantasy playoffs have probably started, which means every point matters. If you can get Minnesota’s defense, they’re facing a team that has allowed a sack on 11% of dropbacks, the most in the league.
Final Prediction
Vikings 31, Bears 17
Atlanta Falcons (6-7) @ Las Vegas Raiders (2-11)
Monday, 8:30 PM ET | ESPN | Falcons -4
Key Falcons Storyline
Kirk Cousins hasn’t thrown a TD pass in his last four games and has eight interceptions. If Atlanta is going to scratch back into the race for the NFC South, Cousins has to earn his contract starting on Sunday. He’ll get some help as the Falcons have the easiest remaining schedule in the league.
Key Raiders Storyline
Is Antonio Pierce going to be the head coach next season? For a team with no playoff hopes, the Raiders have to be looking to next year, and Pierce’s job security will be the biggest question mark for a team that’s going to draft a QB in the first round.
Key Stat
The Raiders are only 1-4 at home this season with their lone home win coming in week four.
Bold Prediction
Cousins gets right and throws for 300 yards, three touchdowns, and no interceptions.
Betting Tip
Take the Falcons giving the point. Atlanta hasn’t been great lately, but they’re better than Vegas by more than a touchdown.
Fantasy Tip
Do not start Kyle Pitts. Outside of a couple of games, he’s shown no chemistry with Cousins.
Final Prediction
Falcons 31, Raiders 13