NFL Week 14 Game Predictions: Who wins key playoff matchups?
Oct 30, 2014; Charlotte, NC, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) dives over the top for a touchdown during the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. The Saints defeated the Panthers 28-10. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
New York Giants @ Tennessee Titans
What do these two teams have in common ? Its been forever since they have won a game. Barring a tie, that will finally change for one of these two teams. I think the Giants are clearly the better team. They have a pretty solid offense and an injured, but decent, defense. Last week the Giants were pathetic, losing to the Jaguars because of two fumbles that were both returned for touchdowns. The Titans on the other hand are just bad. There isn’t much talent on this roster and even they seem to know that. I am going to pick the more talented team in this game, but of course if the Giants manage to get two fumbles returned for touchdowns, then the Titans should have a chance. Losing is probably in the Titans best interest, so that they can get a high pick in the upcoming draft. The best part about this game will be watching Odell Beckham Jr. continue his impressive rookie season.
Winner: New York Giants
Carolina Panthers @ New Orleans Saints
Blowout alert in New Orleans! The Carolina Panthers haven’t won a game since week five. Last year, they played the Saints week 14, and they hadn’t lost a game since week five. While their situation now is very different, I think the outcome of this game will be similar to last year. The Saints will win by a large margin. The Saints really owe their fans a home win, after losing three straight home games. Their offense has come back to life over the last two weeks, and I think they will win this game and take over first place in the division. Their offense is simply too good, and while the Saints defense isn’t all that good, the Panthers offense is even worse.
Winner: New Orleans Saints
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