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Achintya Bhan and Tirish Suresh
Stats analysis of Week 11 predictions: Nice week for Achintya as he recorded an 80% (11/14) and a good week for Tirish as well as he recorded an 72% (10/14). This takes Achintya’s overall performance to 75% (102/136) and Tirish’s overall performance to 59% (80/136).
Thursday, November 21st
Steelers vs Browns:
Achintya: This fierce division rivalry kicks off Thursday Night Football. The Steelers are coming off a good positive result against the Ravens. On the other side, The Browns are coming off a demoralizing loss in which they got pummeled. More of the same here on Thursday with the Steelers led by T.J Watt are cooking and expect more of the same against a weak Browns team led by Jameis Winston. Prediction: Steelers 34, Browns 17.
Tirish: This Steelers-Browns matchup promises sparks, with T.J. Watt aiming to disrupt the Browns' backfield and Najee Harris poised to grind out key yards. On the other side, Myles Garrett will look to anchor Cleveland’s defense and test Russel Wilson’s poise under pressure. Expect a hard-fought game with Pittsburgh pulling out a narrow win. Prediction: Steelers 20, Browns 17
Sunday, November 24th
Titans vs Texans:
Achintya: The Texans and Titans are meeting up in an interesting matchup. The Titans are finally hitting the ground running with a good, solid performance last week. The Texans however are overwhelmingly better with them absolutely frying the Cowboys last week. The Titans led by Will Levis will try to keep up with a star studded Texans lineup led by C.J. Stroud, Tank Dell, and Nico Collins. Prediction: Texans 31, Titans 24.
Tirish: The Titans and Texans are set for an intriguing divisional clash. Tennessee's offense, led by Will Levis, has been struggling, particularly on the ground, with minimal production in recent weeks. On the other side, Houston, under quarterback C.J. Stroud, has been making waves in the AFC South, with strong performances from Tank Dell and Nico Collins in the passing game. While the Texans are coming off a short week, they still appear poised to maintain their divisional dominance. Expect Houston to capitalize on Tennessee's offensive woes, with a projected scoreline around 27-17 in favor of the Texans
Vikings vs Bears:
Achintya: The matchup between the Vikings and the Bears is set to be a great one. The Vikings led by Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson are both in red-hot form and no team has yet to find an answer. For Chicago looks like the savior Caleb Williams is here with the quick tempo offense seeming to be the way to go. Close and competitive match here with both looking to their tough and gritty defenses to give the advantage. Prediction: Vikings 24, Bears 20.
Tirish: The matchup between the Vikings and Bears at Soldier Field is shaping up to be an intriguing divisional clash. Minnesota’s offense, led by Sam Darnold and the ever-dynamic Justin Jefferson, has been steady, while Chicago will look to Caleb Williams and D.J. Moore to spark their attack. With both defenses showing vulnerabilities, expect a competitive game. Prediction: The Vikings edge out the Bears in a closely fought battle, 23-20.
Cowboys vs Commanders:
Achintya: In another division rivalry game the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Commanders face off. The Cowboys have been struggling recently losing 5 straight. The Commanders led by Jayden Daniels look to be on fire and should be able to pass over the Cowboys completely. Prediction: Commanders 31, Cowboys 13.
Tirish: In the upcoming matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and the Washington Commanders, the Commanders are favored to win, with a 9.5-point advantage according to FanDuel Sportsbook. The Cowboys have been struggling, suffering a significant 34-10 loss to the Houston Texans, marking their fifth consecutive defeat. In contrast, the Commanders, despite recent setbacks, have shown resilience and are expected to capitalize on the Cowboys' current form. Prediction: Commanders 28, Cowboys 17.
Patriots vs Dolphins:
Achintya: The Dolphins and Patriots face off in another divisional clash. The Dolphins are finally looking like their old self with them finally catching on fire due to the play of Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill. The Patriots are struggling this season and rookie Drake Maye looks to be under lots of pressure. Prediction: Dolphins 28, Patriots 10.
Tirish: The Patriots and Dolphins are set for a divisional clash where Miami's dynamic offense, led by Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill, looks to outpace the Patriots' struggling defense. On the other side, New England will lean on Rhamondre Stevenson to spark their attack, but they'll need more to keep up with Miami's firepower. Expect the Dolphins to secure a solid win, 27-20, as they aim to extend their win streak.
Chiefs vs Panthers:
Achintya: The Chiefs will be looking to bounce back in a big way after their undefeated season finally came to a close. Look for the Chiefs led by Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, DeAndre Hopkins to be on fire all day. The Panthers will try to keep up but a weak offense and defense makes that very hard. Prediction: Chiefs 30, Panthers 14.
Tirish: The Chiefs will be looking to bounce back after their first loss of the season, with Patrick Mahomes leading the charge against the Panthers. While Carolina has shown some signs of life, particularly with Chubba Hubbard’s contributions, they face an uphill battle against Kansas City's offense, especially with Travis Kelce and DeAndre Hopkins in the mix. Expect a solid Chiefs win, but the Panthers may keep it closer than expected. Final score: Chiefs 26, Panthers 16.
Buccaneers vs Giants:
Achintya: The return of Tommy “Cutlets” Devito is the story that everyone has been waiting for. New York’s savior is here after starting QB Daniel Jones has been benched to the third string. A strong defense for the Giants should be able to keep up with the high scoring Bucs led by Baker Mayfield and Mike Evans. Prediction: Giants 24, Buccaneers 17.
Tirish: As the Tampa Bay Buccaneers face off against the New York Giants this weekend, the Bucs will look to bounce back from a rough stretch, hoping their defense can contain the Giants' struggling offense. With Mike Evans out and a patchwork roster, Tampa Bay's offense, led by Baker Mayfield, will have to step up, but their defense might be the real difference maker here. On the other side, the Giants, with Tommy DeVito under center, are still in search of answers after a tough season. Expect the Buccaneers to take advantage of the matchup, securing a hard-fought win. Score prediction: Buccaneers 23, Giants 17.
Lions vs Colts:
Achintya: The Lions are off to Lucas Oil Stadium, where they are looking to stay hot in a win over the Colts. Led by Jared Goff, Amon Ra St. Brown, Sam Laporta, Jahmyrr Gibbs and David Montgomery look to keep going. The Colts will try to keep up with their star Jonathan Taylor carrying most of the load and Anthony Richardson is back everyone! Look forward to a close match. Prediction: Lions 35, Colts 21.
Tirish: As the Lions head to Lucas Oil Stadium, they’re likely to keep their momentum rolling with a win over the Colts. Jared Goff has been firing on all cylinders, with reliable targets like Amon-Ra St. Brown and Sam LaPorta stepping up, while the Colts, despite a solid ground game with Jonathan Taylor, might struggle to keep pace. Expect a tight contest, but the Lions should come out on top 28-21, bolstered by their efficient offense and defensive resilience.
Broncos vs Raiders:
Achintya: The Broncos and Raiders face each other in what is looking to be a competitive rivalry game. The Broncos are starting to cook with the superb play of QB Bo Nix and a strong rushing attack. The Raiders and star tight end Brock Bowers will try their hardest against a stout Denver defense. Prediction: Broncos 42, Raiders 24.
Tirish: This upcoming Broncos vs. Raiders game is shaping up to be a competitive one, despite both teams being out of playoff contention. With the Broncos on a strong run and quarterback Bo Nix showing promising consistency, they’ll look to build on their momentum. Meanwhile, the Raiders, led by Gardner Minshew, have also had an uptick in performance, though their struggles on both sides of the ball could prove difficult against Denver's stout defense. Expect a close contest, but Denver should pull through with a 23-17 win.
Cardinals vs Seahawks:
Achintya: The Cardinals are red hot and on a four-game win streak, and they face a tough matchup against tough division rival the Seahawks. The key to this game will be the play of Kyler Murray and Marvin Harrison Jr for the Cardinals and the play of Geno Smith and D.K Metcalf for Seattle. However, the Cardinals are in better form and look to have the advantage here. Prediction: Cardinals 30, Seahawks 21.
Tirish: With the Arizona Cardinals looking to ride a four-game win streak, they face a tough test in Seattle, where the Seahawks are aiming to bounce back from inconsistency. The key matchup will likely revolve around Geno Smith's ability to avoid turnovers while the Cardinals’ defense, led by linebacker Kyzir White and cornerback Jalen Thompson, aims to capitalize on Smith's interceptions. Given the Seahawks' slight edge in recent form, they should be able to edge out the Cardinals at home, but it’ll be a close contest. I’m predicting a 23-21 victory for Seattle.
49ers vs Packers:
Achintya: Go Pack Go! What a thrilling way to win a match last week off a last second blocked FG! Their opponents are tough with the 49ers being a very good team but are struggling as of recently with their recent loss to the Seahawks highlighting that. The Packers led by Jordan Love look to be in the advantage; a great rushing attack led by Josh Jacobs helps even more. Prediction: Packers 32, 49ers 21.
Tirish: In what should be an exciting matchup, the 49ers are poised to bounce back after a tough loss to the Seahawks. With players like Christian McCaffrey ready to make a statement, and a defense that’s built to apply pressure, they’ll look to overpower a Packers team that has been shaky in recent weeks. The Packers, led by Jordan Love and a solid defense, will need to step up their game, especially in handling the 49ers’ pass rush. Expect San Francisco to find their rhythm and take this one, 34-24.
Eagles vs Rams:
Achintya: The Eagles are traveling to SoFi Stadium to face off against the Rams in what should be a thrilling match. The Eagles led by Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley, A.J Brown and Devonta Smith are playing very well. The Rams have resurged and all the credit must be given to the QB play of Matthew Stafford and the tandem play of WRs Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua. However, the red hot form of the Eagles gives them the advantage. Prediction: Eagles 31, Rams 24.
Tirish: As the Eagles travel to SoFi Stadium to face the Rams, expect a closely contested game. Jalen Hurts will lead the charge for Philly, with his dynamic playmaking ability paired with A.J. Brown’s explosive receiving skills. On the Rams' side, Matthew Stafford’s arm and the creativity of Puka Nacua should keep the Eagles on their toes. While the Rams will bring the fight, the Eagles’ depth and overall balance should help them edge this one out, 25-23.
Monday, November 25th
Ravens vs Chargers:
Achintya: The Ravens are looking to bounce back after a tough loss and Lamar Jackson will be looking to play a lot better and so will Derrick Henry. The Chargers are playing very well and Justin Herbert is playing like the Justin Herbert we all used to remember. This is going to be a fun matchup in which the game will be decided by the tough defenses of both teams. Prediction: Ravens 30, Chargers 24.
Tirish: The Ravens will look to bounce back from a tough loss, with Lamar Jackson leading the charge against a tough Chargers defense that will look to contain his dual-threat abilities. With Justin Herbert slinging it for the Chargers, they’ll need a solid effort from their defense to keep pace with the Ravens' explosive offense. Expect this one to be a nail-biter, with Baltimore coming out on top in a close 27-24 game.
