NFL Week 15 Picks Against The Spread

By Brian Kalchik

NFL Week 15 Picks Against The Spread

Tavon Austin Rams — Week 15 begins tonight when the Atlanta Falcons and Green Bay Packers conclude their Monday Night game. With more than half of the NFL at .500 or better, these next few weeks will decide who will continue on to the postseason, and who will be watching the playoffs like the rest of us. With that being said, here are my picks for each Week 15 game against the spread.

All odds via oddshark.com. Lines subject to change.

Arizona Cardinals @ St. Louis Rams (-3)

Janoris Jenkins Rams

Arizona Cardinals @ St. Louis Rams (-3)

Janoris Jenkins Rams — Pick ATS: St. Louis

The Cardinals are struggling to score and the Rams have been dominant on defense. Drew Stanton will be pressured all day by St. Louis' front four, and the Rams will outlast the Cardinals in a defensive struggle, 17-13.

Washington Redskins @ New York Giants (-6.5)

Eli Manning Giants

Washington Redskins @ New York Giants (-6.5)

Eli Manning Giants — Pick ATS: New York Giants

The Redskins have flat out quit on their owner, their coach and their quarterback, and while the Giants aren't that much better, they are actually playing for their coach's job. New York wins 31-10.

Miami Dolphins @ New England Patriots (-7.5)

Rob Gronkowski Patriots

Miami Dolphins @ New England Patriots (-7.5)

Rob Gronkowski Patriots — Pick ATS: New England

When these teams played back in Week 1, Miami's pass rush dominated New England in a convincing win. The tables will turn this week as Tom Brady dissects the Dolphins in a 31-20 win.

Oakland Raiders @ Kansas City Chiefs (-9.5)

Jamaal Charles Chiefs

Oakland Raiders @ Kansas City Chiefs (-9.5)

Jamaal Charles Chiefs — Pick ATS: Oakland

Since losing Eric Berry, the Chiefs have floundered, losing two straight to Denver and Arizona. While Oakland will make this game close and cover the spread, the Chiefs defense will do just enough to secure a win, 20-14.

Houston Texans @ Indianapolis Colts (-7)

Arian Foster Texans

Houston Texans @ Indianapolis Colts (-7)

Arian Foster Texans — Pick ATS: Indianapolis

The Texans have never defeated the Colts in Indianapolis, and that trend will continue on Sunday. Andrew Luck and the Colts offense will turn this into a shootout, and Ryan Fitzpatrick won't be able to keep up. Indianapolis wins 35-21.

Cincinnati Bengals @ Cleveland Browns (Pick'Em)

Brian Hoyer Browns

Cincinnati Bengals @ Cleveland Browns (Pick'Em)

Brian Hoyer Browns — Pick ATS: Cincinnati

The Bengals will get revenge for an earlier home loss to Cleveland by capitalizing on Cleveland's iffy quarterback situation. Andy Dalton will make enough plays against a tough Cleveland defense to give Cincinnati a 27-23 win.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Carolina Panthers (-5.5)

DeAngelo Williams Panthers

Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Carolina Panthers (-5.5)

DeAngelo Williams Panthers — Pick ATS: Carolina

Carolina seems to be back on track after a statement win over New Orleans, while Tampa Bay is playing out the string. Cam Newton and the Panthers rushing attack will dominate the game, and the Panthers will win easily 31-13.

Green Bay Packers (-6) @ Buffalo Bills

Kyle Williams Bills

Green Bay Packers (-6) @ Buffalo Bills

Kyle Williams Bills — Pick ATS: Buffalo

The Packers are one of the hottest teams in the NFL right now, but the Bills can do one thing well, and that is get after the quarterback. Aaron Rodgers will be harassed all day, and while Buffalo will cover the spread, Green Bay finds a way to win a close one late 28-24.

Jacksonville Jaguars @ Baltimore Ravens (-12.5)

Joe Flacco Ravens

Jacksonville Jaguars @ Baltimore Ravens (-12.5)

Joe Flacco Ravens — Pick ATS: Jacksonville

As good as the Ravens are, and as bad as the Jaguars are, -12.5 for a road underdog is too big of a spread to have confidence in. Baltimore will defeat Jacksonville, but I like the Jaguars to make it close with a final score of 24-14.

Pittsburgh Steelers @ Atlanta Falcons (Pick'Em)

Matt Ryan Falcons

Pittsburgh Steelers @ Atlanta Falcons (Pick'Em)

Matt Ryan Falcons — Pick ATS: Pittsburgh

The Steelers have proven to be inconsistent all season long, but four of the five Falcons' wins have come against NFC South foes. Pittsburgh's offense will outlast the Falcons in the Georgia Dome as the Steelers win 34-31.

New York Jets @ Tennessee Titans (-2)

Jake Locker Titans

New York Jets @ Tennessee Titans (-2)

Jake Locker Titans — Pick ATS: New York Jets

If you are a fan of offense, this game is definitely not for you. Both the Jets and Titans can't move the ball consistently, but Chris Johnson, in his first game back in Tennessee, will have a big day against his old team. New York wins in a struggle 14-10.

Denver Broncos (-3.5) @ San Diego Chargers

Peyton Manning Broncos

Denver Broncos (-3.5) @ San Diego Chargers

Peyton Manning Broncos — Pick ATS: Denver

Denver struggled in a home win against Buffalo, but they have found a consistent running game that can wear down opponents and the clock. Much like the last time the Broncos and Chargers met, Denver will control the game on the ground and win by double-digits 27-17.

Minnesota Vikings @ Detroit Lions (-7)

Matthew Stafford Lions

Minnesota Vikings @ Detroit Lions (-7)

Matthew Stafford Lions — Pick ATS: Minnesota

The Lions and Vikings have always played each other close in the past, and this Sunday will be no exception. Minnesota's offense keeps improving, even without Adrian Peterson, and the Lions have a lot of firepower, especially at receiver. The Vikings will make enough plays to cover the spread, but Detroit wins in the end 28-20.

San Francisco 49ers @ Seattle Seahawks (-7.5)

Carlos Hyde 49ers

San Francisco 49ers @ Seattle Seahawks (-7.5)

Carlos Hyde 49ers — Pick ATS: Seattle

The 49ers are at an all-time low after losing to Oakland, and are playing uninspired football. After a midseason slump, the Seahawks are firing on all cylinders, and just dominated the 49ers two weeks ago. Seattle will dominate San Francisco once again in front of the 12th man with a 27-13 win.

Dallas Cowboys @ Philadelphia Eagles (-3.5)

LeSean McCoy Eagles

Dallas Cowboys @ Philadelphia Eagles (-3.5)

LeSean McCoy Eagles — Pick ATS: Philadelphia

In a game that will eventually decide the NFC East, the Dallas Cowboys travel to Philadelphia to take on the Eagles. Philadelphia embarrassed Dallas on Thanksgiving Day, and with a win, the Eagles can essentially take control of the NFC East. Both teams will have success on offense, but the Eagles will be too good at home and win 31-21.

New Orleans Saints (-3) @ Chicago Bears

Drew Brees Saints

New Orleans Saints (-3) @ Chicago Bears

Drew Brees Saints — Pick ATS: New Orleans

The Saints are still playing for their division, while the Bears are playing for their coach's job. Without Brandon Marshall in the lineup, the Bears will struggle offensively, and the Saints will be able to capitalize on some mistakes by Jay Cutler. For the Saints, Drew Brees will bounce back as New Orleans wins rather convincingly 27-14.

Brian Kalchik is a Detroit Lions writer for www.RantSports.com. Follow him on Twitter, like him on Facebook or add him to your network on Google+.

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