NFL picks and predictions: Week 6

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We picked all of this weekend's games below. Take a gander and let us know where you disagree.


Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Redskins (PHI -2.5)
Sunday, 1 p.m. ET

NFL: OCT 09 Redskins at Ravens
NFL: OCT 09 Redskins at Ravens

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Philadelphia dropped off the list of unbeatens with a loss in Detroit last week, but Carson Wentz still showed that he belongs. Washington comes in riding a three-game win streak though, and a bit of home field advantage may be enough to give them the slight edge.

Pick: Redskins


Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Miami Dolphins (PIT -7.5)
Sunday, 1 p.m. ET

New York Jets v Pittsburgh Steelers
New York Jets v Pittsburgh Steelers

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After beating up on the Jets last week, the Steelers have the benefit of facing Miami -- whose only win came in overtime against the Browns. It might get ugly.

Pick: Steelers


Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Chicago Bears (CHI -2.5)
Sunday, 1 p.m. ET

Baltimore Ravens v Jacksonville Jaguars
Baltimore Ravens v Jacksonville Jaguars

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The Bears, on the shoulders of Brian Hoyer, almost managed to squeak out a victory against the Colts last week, and return home to take on a rested Jaguars team coming off its bye. Jacksonville finally logged the first win of its season in Week 4 (also against the Colts), and could creep back toward .500 with its second straight win.

All that preseason hype wasn't completely unwarranted, and we expect the Jags to finally put together a solid all-around performance in Chicago.

Pick: Jaguars


Cleveland Browns vs. Tennessee Titans (TEN -7)
Sunday, 1 p.m. ET

Cleveland Browns v Washington Redskins
Cleveland Browns v Washington Redskins

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Former quarterback Terrelle Pryor -- Cleveland's top receiver this year -- may have to dust off the arm this week, as the Browns may not have a healthy body to line up under center. The Titans have struggled so far, but this is a rare occasion where they're expected to win.

Pick: Titans


Cincinnati Bengals vs. New England Patriots (NE -8.5)
Sunday, 1 p.m. ET

New England Patriots v Cleveland Browns
New England Patriots v Cleveland Browns

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If last week was any indication, the Patriots -- with Tom Brady back -- will display one of the most potent offenses in the league. Cincinnati is coming off a loss to Dallas in which they hardly competed. In Brady's first game back at Gillette, the Patriots are a no-brainer.

Pick: Patriots


San Francisco 49ers vs. Buffalo Bills (BUF -7.5)
Sunday, 1 p.m. ET

Green Bay Packers v San Francisco 49ers
Green Bay Packers v San Francisco 49ers

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It's officially Colin Kaepernick time again in San Francisco, but last we saw of him, he wasn't exactly lighting up the field. Buffalo is coming in hot, with a chance to remain in the AFC East race for the time being, so expect them to take this home matchup.

Pick: Bills


Baltimore Ravens vs. New York Giants (NYG -3)
Sunday, 1 p.m. ET

New York Giants v Green Bay Packers
New York Giants v Green Bay Packers

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New York enters in a rut, scoring just 26 points over the last two weeks. The Ravens, coming into MetLife Stadium this Sunday, have yet to beat a top-tier team this season. The Giants surely aren't top-tier -- they're currently at the bottom of the division. But the talent they put out on both sides of the ball should be too much for Baltimore to take.

Pick: Giants


Los Angeles Rams vs. Detroit Lions (DET -3)
Sunday, 1 p.m. ET

Buffalo Bills v Los Angeles Rams
Buffalo Bills v Los Angeles Rams

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After a tumultuous first few weeks, the Lions defeated Philadelphia in Week 5 -- something no team was able to do previously. They now come home to face the Rams, who are fresh off a loss to the Bills. The two sides are evenly matched, but with the Rams still very much in play for the NFC West lead, expect a highly motivated bunch heading into New Era Stadium

Pick: Rams


Carolina Panthers vs. New Orleans Saints (CAR -3)
Sunday, 1 p.m. ET

Minnesota Vikings v Carolina Panthers
Minnesota Vikings v Carolina Panthers

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The Super Bowl hangover seems like a very real thing for the Carolina Panthers, now 1-4 in the NFC South's cellar. Still Looking up and down the Saints' roster, there just isn't a lot to wortk with on either side of the ball. This should serve as a chance for Ron Rivera's unit to get back on track -- if they don't, they can kiss their playoff hopes goodbye.

Pick: Panthers


Kansas City Chiefs vs. Oakland Raiders (OAK -1)
Sunday, 4:05 p.m. ET

San Diego Chargers v Oakland Raiders
San Diego Chargers v Oakland Raiders

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It's Week 6, and the Raiders are in first place in the AFC West. Yes, you read that right. At 4-1, they'll host the Chiefs in a matchup that will help decide each team's divisional fate. It's a close call, but the Raiders' offensive weapons could be the deciding factor.

Pick: Raiders


Dallas Cowboys vs. Green Bay Packers (GB -4.5)
Sunday, 4:25 p.m. ET

NFL: OCT 09 Bengals at Cowboys
NFL: OCT 09 Bengals at Cowboys

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In one of the most intriguing contests of Week 6, Dak Prescott and the Cowboys travel to Lambeau, where their legitimacy will be tested more so than in any game yet. Can Prescott and Ezekiel Elliott continue their success in enemy territory against a potential Super Bowl contender? We're not ready to go there -- yet.

Pick: Packers


Atlanta Falcons vs. Seattle Seahawks (SEA -6.5)
Sunday, 4:25 p.m. ET

Atlanta Falcons v Denver Broncos
Atlanta Falcons v Denver Broncos

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Atlanta has passed its toughest tests this season, beating the Panthers and Broncos in back-to-back weeks. Now lies the most difficult one yet, in traveling to Seattle for Week 6. It's never an easy place to play, but there isn't a hotter team in the NFL than Atlanta. We're going out on a limb and expecting them to win -- even without the 6.5 points Vegas is handing them.

Pick: Falcons


Indianapolis Colts vs. Houston Texans (HOU -3)
Sunday, 8:30 p.m. ET

NFL: OCT 02 Titans at Texans
NFL: OCT 02 Titans at Texans

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What seemed to be an exciting, prime-time, divisional matchup is now fairly lackluster, with Indianapolis underwhelming for the second straight year and J.J. Watt missing from the Texans' lineup. Still, it's a game with huge divisional implications. The Colts have allowed a whopping 148 points in five games this season, which is tied with Cleveland for league-worst. Houston's defense hasn't been stellar, but they'll be good enough to restrict Indy's offense from outplaying its awful defense.

Pick: Texans


New York Jets vs. Arizona Cardinals (ARI -7.5)
Monday, 8:30 p.m. ET

New York Jets v Pittsburgh Steelers
New York Jets v Pittsburgh Steelers

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These Jets are a far cry from the ones who won 10 games a year ago. Ryan Fitzpatrick's 10 interceptions and five touchdowns are a big reason why, and while he didn't throw any last week, it's hard to say he showed definitive signs of improvement. Arizona has gotten off to a slow start, but with Carson Palmer back under center, they shouldn't have trouble outplaying the Jets at home.

Pick: Cardinals


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