NFL picks and predictions: Week 3
Two weeks in, we have a decent idea of what some teams are bringing to the table in 2016.
All 32 teams are in action once again before bye weeks come into effect, so we have one more full slate of football before turning over to Week 4.
SEE ALSO: NFL Power Rankings: Week 3 edition
We picked all 15 of this weekend's games below. Take a gander and let us know where you disagree.
Baltimore Ravens vs. Jacksonville Jaguars (BAL -1)
Sunday, 1 p.m. ET
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After an offseason filled with hype, the Jaguars are in a sudden freefall. If they lose at home on Sunday, Gus Bradley's job could already be in danger. Baltimore is no joke, and with a poor Jags showing on defense, the Ravens could get out in front early.
Pick: Ravens
Washington Redskins vs. New York Giants (NYG -4.5)
Sunday, 1 p.m. ET
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New York enters tied for the division lead, while Washington can't seem to string together any sort of offensive success with Kirk Cousins struggling. At MetLife on Sunday, Washington may find itself sunk in the division before their calendars even flip to October.
Pick: Giants
Detroit Lions vs. Green Bay Packers (GB -7.5)
Sunday, 1 p.m. ET
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Green Bay suffered its first loss of the year against a stingy Vikings defense, but their fortunes should turn against the Lions, who are coming off a disappointing defeat at the hands of Tennessee. If Aaron Rodgers can put up 80 percent of his usual performance, the Pack shouldn't have much trouble handling a questionable Lions team.
Pick: Packers
Cleveland Browns vs. Miami Dolphins (MIA -10)
Sunday, 1 p.m. ET
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Miami as a 10-point favorite? Only against the Browns -- and while Cleveland may win with the points they're being given, they won't beat the Dolphins outright in their home stadium.
Pick: Dolphins
Minnesota Vikings vs. Carolina Panthers (CAR -7)
Sunday, 1 p.m. ET
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The Vikings are fortunate to have beaten Green Bay in Week 2, because another tough matchup awaits this week on the road in Carolina. With the Panthers' offense now seeming as formidable as their defense, they're as tough to beat as ever.
Pick: Panthers
Denver Broncos vs. Cincinnati Bengals (CIN -3)
Sunday, 1 p.m. ET
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Denver enters as a three-point underdog in Cincy, but there's reason to believe they can pull out a tough road win in Week 3 if they can contain A.J. Green.
Pick: Broncos
Arizona Cardinals vs. Buffalo Bills (ARI -4)
Sunday, 1 p.m. ET
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It's only Week 3, but the Bills are on the brink. Going up against a team as tough as Arizona may bring out the best in Buffalo, but to think they have a chance at pulling off the upset is misguided.
Pick: Cardinals
Oakland Raiders vs. Tennessee Titans (TEN -1.5)
Sunday, 1 p.m. ET
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Tennessee has shown signs of life in both games this season, and is coming off a win to even their record at 1-1. But their offense is just too suspect, especially compared to Derek Carr's vast array of weapons, and going against Oakland's challenging defensive corps.
Pick: Raiders
Los Angeles Rams vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (TB -4.5)
Sunday, 4:05 p.m. ET
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Picking a team to win on the road in Week 3, when they still haven't scored a touchdown, doesn't seem like a great call.
Pick: Buccaneers
San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks (SEA -9.5)
Sunday, 4:05 p.m. ET
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Given the Seahawks' early-season struggles, a 9.5-point spread seems a bit excessive. But at home, they shouldn't have trouble handling the Niners, who have accumulated just 622 yards over two games.
Pick: Seahawks
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Philadelphia Eagles (PIT -3.5)
Sunday, 4:25 p.m. ET
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The Eagles will be at home with momentum after winning their first two matchups with Carson Wentz on fire, but the Steelers might be the best all-around team in the NFL. Don't be a prisoner of the moment -- don't bet against Pittsburgh.
Pick: Steelers
New York Jets vs. Kansas City Chiefs (KC -3)
Sunday, 4:25 p.m. ET
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While the Chiefs are capable of holding opponents to low point totals and manage games to victory, they're been very underwhelming through the first two weeks. After a strong offensive showing last Thursday night, the Jets might be able to sneak out a win at Arrowhead in Week 3.
Pick: Jets
San Diego Chargers vs. Indianapolis Colts (IND -3)
Sunday, 4:25 p.m. ET
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The Colts are already at an impasse, losing a disappointing Week 2 game against the Broncos, looking unable to put together any offensive success. Against an already-depleted Chargers team, they'll hope to get back on track.
Pick: Colts
Chicago Bears vs. Dallas Cowboys (DAL -7.5)
Sunday, 8:30 p.m. ET
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The Bears already seem to be in the middle of a lost season, and without Jay Cutler, they'll be facing even more of an uphill battle. The youthful Cowboys have shown they're able to compete, and at home against Chicago, they should improve to 2-1.
Pick: Cowboys
Atlanta Falcons vs. New Orleans Saints (NO -3)
Monday, 8:30 p.m. ET
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New Orleans is off to a rough start, things won't be getting any easier on Monday Night Football against the Falcons. Atlanta has faced its fair share of challenges, but something about Julio Jones in prime time -- coupled with the Falcons' formidable running game -- has us inclined to bet against the Saints here.
Pick: Falcons
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