Week 13 NFL Picks: Who Will Win in Thanksgiving Day Tripleheader? Raiders to Stun Chiefs on Black Friday?
Thanksgiving Day is a time for family, food, and football. And this year, the NFL is serving up a tripleheader of gridiron action that is sure to satisfy even the most demanding fan.
The day kicks off with the Detroit Lions hosting the Buffalo Bills at Ford Field. The Lions are coming off a disappointing loss to the Carolina Panthers, while the Bills are riding a two-game winning streak. Buffalo is a 9.5-point favorite, but the Lions have a history of playing well on Thanksgiving, so this one could be closer than the spread suggests.
Next up, the Dallas Cowboys travel to AT&T Stadium to take on the New Orleans Saints. The Cowboys are coming off a bye week, while the Saints are coming off a tough loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Dallas is a 3-point favorite, but the Saints are always a dangerous team at home, especially on Thanksgiving.
The nightcap features the New England Patriots hosting the Minnesota Vikings at Gillette Stadium. The Patriots are coming off a big win over the Tennessee Titans, while the Vikings are coming off a bye week. New England is a 3-point favorite, but the Vikings have won four of their last five games and are playing with a lot of confidence.
In addition to the Thanksgiving Day tripleheader, there are a number of other intriguing matchups in Week 13. Here are our picks for who will win each game:
Thursday, November 24
**Detroit Lions vs. Buffalo Bills**
* **Pick:** Bills (-9.5)
**Dallas Cowboys vs. New Orleans Saints**
* **Pick:** Saints (+3)
**New England Patriots vs. Minnesota Vikings**
* **Pick:** Vikings (+3)
Sunday, November 27
**Las Vegas Raiders vs. Kansas City Chiefs**
* **Pick:** Raiders (+6.5)
**Baltimore Ravens vs. Jacksonville Jaguars**
* **Pick:** Ravens (-7.5)
**Cincinnati Bengals vs. Tennessee Titans**
* **Pick:** Bengals (-3)
**Houston Texans vs. Cleveland Browns**
* **Pick:** Browns (-3)
**Carolina Panthers vs. Denver Broncos**
* **Pick:** Broncos (-2.5)
**New York Jets vs. Chicago Bears**
* **Pick:** Jets (+3)
**Philadelphia Eagles vs. Green Bay Packers**
* **Pick:** Packers (-6.5)
**Los Angeles Rams vs. Seattle Seahawks**
* **Pick:** Rams (-3)
**San Francisco 49ers vs. Miami Dolphins**
* **Pick:** 49ers (-7.5)
Monday, November 28
**Washington Commanders vs. New York Giants**
* **Pick:** Giants (-3)
Thanksgiving Day Tripleheader Preview
The Thanksgiving Day tripleheader is always one of the most anticipated events on the NFL calendar. This year’s tripleheader features three intriguing matchups, each with its own unique storylines.
Detroit Lions vs. Buffalo Bills
The Lions have a long history of playing well on Thanksgiving, but they will be facing a tough challenge in the Bills. Buffalo is one of the most complete teams in the NFL, and they are coming off a two-game winning streak. The Lions will need to play their best game of the season to pull off the upset.
Dallas Cowboys vs. New Orleans Saints
The Cowboys are coming off a bye week, and they will be looking to get back on track after a disappointing loss to the Green Bay Packers. The Saints are always a dangerous team at home, especially on Thanksgiving. This game could be decided by which team can control the tempo of the game.
New England Patriots vs. Minnesota Vikings
The Patriots are coming off a big win over the Tennessee Titans, and they will be looking to continue their momentum against the Vikings. Minnesota is coming off a bye week, and they are playing with a lot of confidence after winning four of their last five games. This game could be a battle of attrition, as both teams have strong defenses.
Raiders to Stun Chiefs on Black Friday?
The Las Vegas Raiders are coming off a bye week, and they will be looking to make a statement against the Kansas City Chiefs on Black Friday. The Chiefs are the defending AFC champions, but they have been struggling this season. The Raiders have a chance to pull off the upset if they can control the tempo of the game and force the Chiefs into making mistakes.
The Raiders are led by quarterback Derek Carr, who is having a solid season. Carr has thrown for 2,827 yards, 19 touchdowns, and 9 interceptions this season. He will need to be at his best against the Chiefs’ defense, which is led by Chris Jones and Frank Clark.
The Raiders’ running game has also been solid this season. Josh Jacobs is averaging 4.9 yards per carry, and he has rushed for 727 yards and 7 touchdowns this season. He will need to have a big game against the Chiefs’ defense, which is ranked 22nd in the NFL against the run.
The Raiders’ defense has been a pleasant surprise this season. They are ranked 12th in the NFL in points allowed, and they have forced 17 turnovers this season. They will need to continue to play well against the Chiefs’ offense, which is led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
Mahomes is one of the most dynamic players in the NFL, but he has been struggling this season. He has thrown for 2,936 yards, 20 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions this season. He will need to be at his best against the Raiders’ defense, which is led by Maxx Crosby and Chandler Jones.
The Raiders have a chance to pull off the upset on Black Friday if they can control the tempo of the game and force the Chiefs into making mistakes. The Chiefs are a talented team, but they have been struggling this season. The Raiders have a chance to make a statement on Black Friday and prove that they are a contender in the AFC.