Lions quarterback Jared Goff continues to impress even with only passing for less than 100 yards in the easy win last weekend. The running game for the Lions is solid (5.1 yards per rush) and even with the defense losing Aidan Hutchinson to a broken leg, the Lions continue to dominate their opponents. The Packers offense may have to go with backup QB Malik Willis if Jordan Love (groin injury) cannot answer the bell this Sunday afternoon, which could mean more carries for running back Josh Jacobs.
The Baltimore Ravens (5-3) are coming off a disappointing loss to Cleveland and now face the surging Denver Broncos (5-3) and their tough defense. The Ravens will be at home, but they have to be more consistent on defense after getting torched by Browns QB Jameis Winston last week. Quarterback Lamar Jackson and running back Derrick Henry continue to carry the offense and a ball control attack against Denver should help to provide the margin of victory this week. The Broncos will be ready to go and if rookie QB Bo Nix gets protection from the offensive line, the Broncos could pull off the upset.
The Monday night game in Kansas City is a throwback to Super Bowl 55 as the unbeaten Chiefs (7-0) take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-4), who are coming off a tough loss to the Atlanta Falcons. The Chiefs just keep on rolling along and the defense does the job week after week. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes and company average just under 25 points per game, but still have been criticized for not playing well. The running game has been adequate and now with wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins on the team, it gives another option to the passing game.
The Buccaneers defense will be tested again this weekend and QB Baker Mayfield will be looking to air it out against a solid defensive squad. However, being without injured top receivers Mike Evans and Chris Godwin will make it tougher. The likely outcome in this game is another Chiefs win.
The rest of the NFL action for Week Nine follows up in the capsule style and the Heftyinfo picks follow up.
Dallas (3-4) at Atlanta (5-3) - The Falcons should win this one as the Cowboys are so banged up on defense and cannot stop the run.
Miami (2-5) at Buffalo (6-2) - The Bills are running away with the AFC East this season and should continue that this weekend.
New Orleans (2-6) at Carolina (1-7) - Who cares?
Las Vegas (2-6) at Cincinnati (3-5) - Must win game for the Bengals . . . they must find a way to get it done.
L.A. Chargers (4-3) at Cleveland (2-6) - Can the Browns get two wins in a row? The Chargers better be ready for this one.
Indianapolis (4-4) at Minnesota (5-2) - This game could be a tight one and was "flexed" to Sunday night. Vikings have dropped two in a row and the Colts always show up and play hard and will have veteran QB Joe Flacco starting this week.
Washington (6-2) at N.Y. Giants (2-6) - The Commanders really lucked out last week for a win and the Giants battled the Steelers on Monday night, but came up short. Look for a competitive game in this one.
New England (2-6) at Tennessee (1-6) - Neither of these two teams scores many points, so will that mean a high scoring game?
Chicago (4-3) at Arizona (4-4) - The Bears need a big bounce back after that crazy, last second loss last week to the Commanders. The Cardinals have quietly played well and share first place in the NFC West. Toss up here.
L.A. Rams (3-4) at Seattle (4-4) - Which Seahawks team will show up this week? The Rams have steadily improved each week. Another toss up game.
Jacksonville (2-6) at Philadelphia (5-2) - This game could be decided in a hurry, which could be why it was moved from the "prime time" Sunday night slot. Fly Eagles Fly!
The Heftyinfo picks for Week Nine . . . . . . . . . . . (Home teams are listed in bold; Lock of the Week is listed in BOLD CAPS)
N.Y. Jets over Houston
Atlanta over Dallas
Baltimore over Denver
Buffalo over Miami
Carolina over New Orleans
Cincinnati over Las Vegas
L.A. Chargers over Cleveland
Minnesota over Indianapolis
Washington over N.Y. Giants
Tennessee over New England
Chicago over Arizona
Detroit over Green Bay
Seattle over L.A. Rams
PHILADELPHIA over Jacksonville
Kansas City over Tampa Bay
Last Week's Record - 9-7
SEASON RECORD - 77-46
Lock of the Week Record - 5-3
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