NFL Week 13: Thanksgiving Breakdown and Expert Predictions

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, Bleacher Report's NFL experts are ready to tackle the slate of Week 13 games against the spread. Coming off a week where underdogs performed well, there’s a chance the favorites might shift the odds this week. B/R analysts, including Gary Davenport, Brad Gagnon, Kris Knox, Moe Moton, and Brent Sobleski, are eager to uncover how tight lines can impact game outcomes.

Analysis and Predictions

Gagnon has risen in the rankings, posting consecutive winning weeks, while Knox and Moton remain tied for first place in the ATS standings. There's significant competition with only three wins separating third and fifth place, heightening the stakes as all 32 teams prepare for action.

Key Matchups

• Lions vs. Packers: With the Lions favored by 2.5 points, Gagnon believes that the Packers will secure a victory, indicating his trust in their recent performance against Detroit. Hanford counters this by backing the Lions, citing their offensive potential.
• Chiefs vs. Cowboys: The Chiefs are seen as 3.5-point favorites. Davenport predicts a Cowboys' win at home, while Knox expects the Chiefs will outperform expectations due to their desperation for a victory.
• Ravens vs. Bengals: The Ravens are favored by 7 points. Hanford is optimistic about their chances against a struggling Bengals team now possibly revitalized by Joe Burrow’s return.
• Eagles vs. Bears: An interesting matchup sees the Eagles favored by 7 points. Knox believes the line is larger than it should be, while Moton sees the Bears putting up a strong fight.
• Colts vs. Texans: The Colts are favored by 4.5 points in a crucial game for playoff positioning, with O'Donnell putting his faith in Indianapolis.

ATS Standings

T-1. Knox: 95-82-1T-1. Moton: 95-82-13. Hanford: 93-84-14. Gagnon: 92-85-15. O'Donnell: 90-87-16. Sobleski: 86-91-17. Davenport: 77-100-1

With a full slate of action leading into Thanksgiving, fans can look forward to exciting matchups analyzed by the B/R panel. Be sure to check DraftKings for the latest odds as these predictions unfold.