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For the Atlanta Falcons, the 2025 season has been more of the same.The Falcons were touted as a potential surprise contender, but flopped as usual.Quarterback Michael Pennix ended up on injured reserve with a torn ACL after losing his final four starts. Subsequently, Kirk Cousins provided little improvement and a weaker arm.On Monday night, the Falcons will host the playoff-bound Los Angeles Rams on ESPN Monday Night Football.Los Angeles is trying to clinch home field advantage for the 2025 NFL ... 

At the onset of the season, nobody had the Chicago Bears making the 2025 NFL Playoffs. But the Bears have emerged as the biggest surprise on the board.First year head coach Ben Johnson has proven to be the missing link in Chicago’s success.The Bears are in a prime playoff position, with a shot at the top seed, but can’t afford to slip.On Sunday night, the Chicago Bears have a difficult road game against the San Francisco 49ers.Like the Bears, the 49ers also have a shot at the top seed but must w... 

At the beginning of the season, the Buffalo Bills and Philadelphia Eagles were in the upper tier of Super Bowl favorites.Of course, Philadelphia would be a favorite as the defending Super Bowl champion.Similarly, the Bills have been in the Super Sunday conversation for the past decade.However, both clubs have had to weather storm clouds this season. Philadelphia players have clashed with quarterback Jalen Hurts.Meanwhile, the Bills have had to bout moments of inconsistency and the surprise emerg... 

At the beginning of the season, most gamblers had the Kansas City Chiefs tabbed for the Super Bowl.Since 2019, the Chiefs have made the Super Bowl five times, winning three. Furthermore, Kansas City has played on Super Sunday the past three seasons. Thus, those expectations were completely understandable.But as it turned out, the Chiefs' blowout loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in the February 2025 Super Bowl served as a portent.The Kansas City Chiefs' dynasty is shattered, obliterated, and over.... 

Following a 7-1 start to the season, the Indianapolis Colts were considered a lock to make the 2025 NFL Playoffs. However, the Colts are currently facing catastrophe, now trailing Houston by one game for the final AFC playoff spot.QB Daniel Jones has gone from an MVP and Comeback Player of the Year candidate to the injured reserve. Injuries have wiped out the Colts' QB room.In turn, the Houston Texans and Jacksonville Jaguars got into gear in the AFC.A dream season for the Colts quickly became a... 

At the onset of the season, the Baltimore Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs were favored to win the AFC championship.Four months later, the Ravens and Chiefs are wrapping up lost campaigns.The stunning fall of Kansas City and Baltimore has gamblers wondering what was missed and if there will be a recovery in 2026.By contrast, the New England Patriots were on nobody’s radar.Last year, the Patriots were putrid and were forced to hire Mike Vrabel as head coach to bring structure and discipline.Vrabel i... 

On December 7, the Green Bay Packers asserted themselves to take over first place in the NFC North. The Packers beat the Chicago Bears 28-21 in what was a showdown for the division lead.Since then, the Bears have been pining for this Saturday’s rematch in the Windy City. Chicago will host Green Bay in one of the biggest games of the year.And it is the Bears in the division lead, with the Packers holding the final wild card spot.Namely, the quarterback matchup of Green Bay’s Jordan Love and Chica... 

Two of the best teams in the NFC share the West Division. The Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams are battling for the NFC West title, playoff seeding, and home field advantage.Hence, Thursday night’s game at Seattle is of paramount importance with both teams at 11-3.The Rams hold only a tiebreaker over the Seahawks in the NFC West.Los Angeles and Seattle are two of the most profitable teams on the board this season. Mathew Stafford continues to light it up for the Rams at QB.Meanwhile, Seattl... 

At the beginning of the season, the Pittsburgh Steelers were viewed as serious contenders.Quarterback Aaron Rodgers was brought in as the final piece of the puzzle, so it was hoped. Instead, the mediocrity of head coach Mike Tomlin and the Steelers has continued unabated.Sure, Pittsburgh is in a fight with the Baltimore Ravens for the AFC North lead. But the Steelers' metrics indicate a team below average.On Monday night, the Steelers host the Miami Dolphins, a resurgent team that is fighting fo... 

At the beginning of the season, the Dallas Cowboys and Minnesota Vikings were considered playoff teams. Instead, the 2025 season has become a total humiliation for both of these proud franchises.QB Sam Darnold took the Vikings to the 2024 NFL Playoffs. But the Vikings outsmarted themselves by sending him to the Seattle Seahawks in favor of JJ McCarthy. In turn, McCarthy has turned out to be a bust, at least so far.Meanwhile, the Dallas Cowboys traded their best defender, Micah Parsons, to the Gr... 

At the onset of the 2025 season, nobody had the New England Patriots taking the top AFC seed on their bingo cards.Yet as the season hits the stretch drive, New England has a real look at claiming that top seed.The reason for the improvement is head coach Mike Vrabel. The former Patriot linebacker is showing the world what an asset a real head coach can be, as evidenced by the NFL betting odds.Vrabel is transforming one of the worst franchises in the 2024 campaign.Also, quarterback Drake Maye has... 

At the beginning of the season, there was optimism that the Atlanta Falcons would have a breakout season and make the playoffs. But the Falcons rarely overcome their history of ineptitude.Starting with QB Michael Pennix Jr. being on injured reserve, a cursed franchise is falling short again.On Thursday night, the Falcons visit the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.Tampa Bay is trying to maintain its NFC South dynasty and fend off a challenge from the Carolina Panthers.Namely, Baker Mayfield has been one of t... 

At the beginning of the season, the Philadelphia Eagles were a consensus pick to win a second consecutive Super Bowl title.While the Eagles are playoff-bound bound they have lost their polish from last year.Philadelphia is suffering from locker room strife and petty jealousies that often bring down the best teams with the NFL odds.Of great concern is the worsening metrics on both sides of the line by Philadelphia.On Monday night, the Eagles have a tough road assignment against the Los Angeles Ch... 

The 2025 season has hit the stretch run to the NFL Playoffs.Two teams on the bubble will meet in Kansas City on Sunday night.Previously, the Houston Texans were the dominant team in the AFC South. However, the Indianapolis Colts and Jacksonville Jaguars have reached Houston’s level.Now the resurgent Texans face the possibility of missing the playoffs.So, too, are the Kansas City Chiefs facing the end of their dynasty.Thus, Sunday night’s showdown is between two teams with no margin for error. Th... 

The Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers have the oldest NFL betting odds rivalry. Yet the irony of this ancient matchup is that most of the games were not of significant importance.Usually, one team in this series is up while the other one is down. However, that is not the case this season.Chicago and Green Bay will play on Sunday in a game with massive playoff implications.The Bears have come out of nowhere to be the surprise team of the NFL.Meanwhile, the Packers are in the thick of the NFC No... 

At the beginning of the season, the Detroit Lions were pegged as a Super Bowl threat.Head coach Dan Campbell has transformed a bumbling Detroit franchise into a perennial power.But the loss of Campbell’s two coordinators has proven problematic with the NFL Odds.While most teams would love Detroit’s metrics and production, something has been off.Last week, the Lions and Dallas Cowboys hosted their traditional Thanksgiving Day games. Now they will play on a Thursday for the second consecutive week... 

The New York Giants parted ways with quarterback Daniel Jones last season. Since then, Jones has helped the Indianapolis Colts reach the playoffs.Meanwhile, Giants head coach Brian Daboll was fired on November 10 in the midst of another lost season.Daboll was a flash in the pan with a playoff win in his first season on the job. Following that success came increased expectations.But Daboll failed to deliver NFL betting success. And with the whipping boy Jones gone to Indy, there was nobody else t... 

The Washington Commanders epitomize the NFL betting lines stock market theory.Last year, with rookie QB Jayden Daniels, the Commanders came from nowhere to shock the pro football world to make the NFC championship game.But in 2025, under the spotlight and with its opponents' full attention, Washington has crashed and burned.Additionally, Daniels' season has been ruined by injuries.On Sunday night, Washington hosts the Denver Broncos, who have the inside track to win the AFC West.Denver is riding... 

At the beginning of the season, the Buffalo Bills and Pittsburgh Steelers were among the most popular picks to make the 2025 NFL Playoffs, according to NFL future market odds.Pittsburgh has been fighting to stay relevant with head coach Mike Tomlin, who many fans believe is no longer effective.Since Ben Roethlisberger's retirement, the Steelers have struggled to stay above .500.In turn, fans are increasingly annoyed with Tomlin, who has not led a team to the Super Bowl in 15 years.Meanwhile, the... 

At the onset of the season, the Thanksgiving night matchup between the Baltimore Ravens and Cincinnati Bengals was eagerly anticipated.However, the Bengals' season ended before it began when QB Joe Burrow was lost to injury. Additionally, the Bengals have one of the worst defenses in pro football.In like manner, the Ravens have seen their betting reputation drop due to a MASH unit of injured players.However, Baltimore has begun to recover and is back in the AFC North Division race. The Ravens ar... 

The Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions have controlled Thanksgiving Day football access for several generations.On Thursday, the Cowboys will continue the tradition by hosting the defending AFC champion Kansas City Chiefs.Although both teams are struggling with the NFL Odds, they remain legacy franchise brands. But the Chiefs' dynasty is beginning to crumble.Since 2015, the Chiefs have made the NFL Playoffs every season with three Super Bowl championships and two more Super Sunday appearances.Howe... 

Once upon a time, NFL teams did not want to play on Thanksgiving Day. Although that was the case, the NFL begged for volunteers. The Detroit Lions volunteered and have hosted one of the Turkey Day games ever since.One of the most famous of those Thanksgiving Day games in Detroit occurred in 1962, when the Lions ambushed and routed the undefeated, eventual NFL champion Green Bay Packers.On Thursday, the tradition is renewed as the Packers visit the Lions in a key matchup with playoff implications... 

At the beginning of the season, there was speculation that the Kansas City Chiefs' dynasty could be in jeopardy.

Instead, the Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Chargers were touted as the main threats.

But one team that was ignored in the preseason future market could be the team that ultimately ends Kansas City’s reign.

The Indianapolis Colts are fighting for the top seed in the AFC.

Meanwhile, the Chiefs have been fighting to stay in the AFC wild card race.

On Sunday, Kansas City hosts Indianapolis with playoff implications on the line.

As one of the biggest games of the weekend between two power brands, betting activity will be significant. Get the latest NFL Week 12 news, check out the current betting lines for the games, and don’t miss all with the best odds at BookMaker! ... 

One of the most underrated success stories in pro sports is the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

It would surprise gamblers to learn that the Bucs have made the playoffs in five consecutive seasons.

The Bucs are in position to win their sixth consecutive NFC South Division title.

Equally important is the career resurrection of quarterback Baker Mayfield.

Mayfield arrived as damaged goods but is now one of the most valuable assets for wagering action.

On Sunday night, the Bucs will face the Rams in Los Angeles.

The NBC Sunday Night game is loaded with playoff implications.

With two top contenders and quarterbacks matched up on NBC Sunday Night, there will be a stampede at the betting window for action. Get the latest NFL Week 12 news, check out the current betting lines for the games, and don’t miss Sunday Night Football action, all with the best odds at BookMaker! ... 

Two of the biggest surprise teams of the 2025 NFL season will clash on Monday Night.

The Carolina Panthers entered the season as one of the least respected teams in pro sports.

But as the drive to the 2025 NFL Playoffs begins, the Panthers are in the thick of the race.

Although Bryce Young has remained inconsistent at quarterback, the Panthers' defense has saved the season.

Meanwhile, the San Francisco 49ers are in the race with backup...