NFL Week 13 Spread and Total Predictions for Every Game
In the NFL, you're never lacking in prediction models to try to give you an idea of what to expect in a given week, whether those models are for betting or other purposes.
Below, we're going to run through what my spread and total models say about Week 13's NFL games.
As a disclaimer, this is my own, personal betting model. I'll lay out which bets I'm willing to make based on it compared to FanDuel Sportsbook's NFL betting odds, but as always, you'll have to decide for yourself whether there's enough value for you to the plunge, as well.
The spread model is largely based on numberFire's Net Expected Points (NEP) model, which is their version of EPA. The totals model factors in things such as pace and wind speed, as well. Numbers are manually edited to reflect the players who are expected to play in a given game.
Without further ado, here's what I've got for this upcoming slate of games.
NFL Week 13 Predictions
Bears at Lions Prediction
Spread Prediction: Lions -14.5
Total Prediction: 51.3
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Thoughts: I don't have a great sample in my model of teams being favored this heavily, so I'm not itchy to bet the Detroit Lions' spread. I do like the over, though, as it gets me exposure to Caleb Williams, who has stacked back-to-back solid games.
Giants at Cowboys Prediction
Spread Prediction: Cowboys -3.1
Total Prediction: 39.1
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Thoughts: Currently projecting Tommy DeVito as the New York Giants' starter. If Drew Lock starts due to DeVito's forearm injury, I'd have the Giants' win odds at 41.3%, making their moneyline a value.
Dolphins at Packers Prediction
Spread Prediction: Packers -3.7
Total Prediction: 44.5
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Thoughts: Slightly elevated winds paired with two teams with underwhelming pace and decent defenses is what leads me to back the under.
Raiders at Chiefs Prediction
Spread Prediction: Chiefs -13.4
Total Prediction: 48.7
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Thoughts: Model appears to be expecting more out of the Las Vegas Raiders' offense than the market. Still prefer the full game over because Patrick Mahomes' recent efficiency uptick seems sticky to me.
Chargers at Falcons Prediction
Spread Prediction: Falcons -1.9
Total Prediction: 47.1
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Thoughts: Model views these two teams as relatively even with a slight lean toward the Los Angeles Chargers. But once you give the Atlanta Falcons a bye and homefield advantage, I'm comfortable with their moneyline.
Steelers at Bengals Prediction
Spread Prediction: Bengals -2.9
Total Prediction: 45.6
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Cardinals at Vikings Prediction
Spread Prediction: Vikings -4.8
Total Prediction: 47.4
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Colts at Patriots Prediction
Spread Prediction: Colts -2.1
Total Prediction: 41.5
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Seahawks at Jets Prediction
Spread Prediction: Jets -2.2
Total Prediction: 41.2
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Thoughts: Yarf. This is even after giving the Seattle Seahawks' defense a decent bump. It's a "do as I say, not as I do" scenario where I took the New York Jets' moneyline but can't recommend you do the same.
Titans at Commanders Prediction
Spread Prediction: Commanders -9.1
Total Prediction: 46.3
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Thoughts: I've put in downgrades for the Washington Commanders with Brian Robinson, Austin Ekeler, and right tackle Andrew Wylie all banged up but am still above market. This is partly that the model hasn't fully divested from the Commanders, but it also just can't buy the Tennessee Titans due to their poor passing offense.
Texans at Jaguars Prediction
Spread Prediction: Texans -3.6
Total Prediction: 43.3
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Thoughts: This currently projects Trevor Lawrence as in for the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Rams at Saints Prediction
Spread Prediction: Saints -1.1
Total Prediction: 49.2
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Thoughts: I doubted the model when it said to back the New Orleans Saints before their bye, and they romped there. I still think it's too high on them, but...
Buccaneers at Panthers Prediction
Spread Prediction: Bucs -8.5
Total Prediction: 48.5
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Thoughts: I kinda just think the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are a good football team? I don't mind going back to the well even with Bryce Young showing life last week.
Eagles at Ravens Prediction
Spread Prediction: Ravens -4.7
Total Prediction: 52.7
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Thoughts: The Philadelphia Eagles are scary right now, but so are the Baltimore Ravens. I agree with the model that the Ravens are the right side here.
49ers at Bills Prediction
Spread Prediction: Bills -4.9
Total Prediction: 48.6
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Thoughts: Currently projecting Brock Purdy as in but absolutely will not bet this until we get a better read on him, Trent Williams, and Nick Bosa.
Browns at Broncos Prediction
Spread Prediction: Broncos -6.8
Total Prediction: 42.5
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