The New Orleans Saints’ valiant comeback effort fell short, and dropped to a 2-10 overall record following a 21-17 road loss to the Miami Dolphins, officially eliminating the team from playoff contention. With just five games remaining in the 2025 NFL regular season, New Orleans will head back to Florida for their second meeting of the year against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Here is how social media reacted to the Week 13 defeat.
My favorite part of going to the Dolphins-Saints game was leaving.
Absolute garbage football.
— Ben Slotnick(@SlotnickBen) November 30, 2025
The Dolphins kicker almost singlehandledly beat the Saints today
— Mo (@Go_Okstate) December 1, 2025It may not have been the result he would have hoped for, but a momentous day for Charlie Smyth nonetheless
The former Down GAA goalkeeper not only made his first NFL start for the New Orleans Saints, he also converted a 56-yard field goal against the Miami Dolphinspic.twitter.com/E7SNsupZAr
— Dan Noble (@DanielNobleSJ) November 30, 2025View Link
Yesterday, the New Orleans Saints waived WR Kevin Austin Jr. and OT Barry Wesley, which opened up two more spots on the active roster. With many options on the current practice squad, the Saints could have gone in a bunch of different directions. In the end, WR Dante Pettis and G William Sherman were signed to the active roster.
Since the departure of WR Rashid Shaheed, Pettis has become one of the primary kick returners and the punter returner for the Saints. He has not had much success, and WR Mason Tipton actually looks like the better kick returner, but Pettis has also not fumbled any punts, which is positive. Pettis has also come in at WR throughout games, so this may be a way we see more of him on some plays.
In Sherman’s case, this is a depth option for the Saints on gamedays, and with how disappointing the Saints’ interior offensive line is, any potential backup options are a good idea to have.
The New Orleans Saints have wrapped up their first practice ahead of their NFC South matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Saints listed only four players on Wednesday’s injury report, all of whom were absent. Running back Alvin Kamara remained absent as he deals with a knee injury. At the same time, safety Justin Reid was added after suffering an injury early in the team’s last matchup with the Miami Dolphins. Wide receiver Chris Olave was absent after reaggravating his back injury in the team’s loss on Sunday.
The Buccaneers had nine players on Wednesday’s injury report, including many key players. Quarterback Baker Mayfield was limited with a left shoulder injury, while running back Bucky Irving Jr. and wide receiver Chris Godwin Jr. were also limited after making appearances in the team’s win over the Arizona Cardinals. Tampa Bay also opened the practice window for wide receiver Mike Evans, who was injured early in the season with a collarbone injury.
New Orleans Saints
Did Not Participate
RB Alvin Kamara (Knee/Ankle)
WR Chris Olave (Back)
T Taliese Fuaga (Ankle)
S Justin Reid (Knee)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Full Participation
S Rashad Wisdom (IR) Quad
OLB Haason Reddick (Ankle)
CB Benjamin Morrison (Hamstring)
Limited Participation
WR Jalen McMillan (IR) (Neck)
QB Baker Mayfield (Left Shoulder)
RB Bucky Irving (Shoulder)
Chris Godwin Jr. (Fibula)
WR Mike Evans (IR) (Collarbone)
Did Not Participate
T Tristan Wirfs (Oblique)
The New Orleans Saints face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the road this week in an NFC South matchup. This season is now lost for the Saints and the focus for many fans has moved towards the future. Some would like to sacrifice wins for draft position, while others covet winning above any draft prospect. No matter what side of the fence fans are on, the team itself is still fighting to win games, the biggest question is if they have the talent necessary to do it. The biggest piece for the Saints is QB Tyler Shough, and how Shough does against the Bucs will tell the tale of this game.
Let’s take a look at all of the crucial matchups in the league this week as we enter the final stretch of the 2025 NFL season.
Last week I went 10-6
I told you so: Jets over Falcons!
What do I know: Colts over Texans?
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WEEK 14
Thursday, December 4th – Thursday Night Football
Cowboys(6-5-1) at Lions(7-5)
Dallas is currently surging, having won three-straight games, first against sad-sack Vegas, while the last two were against this past February’s Super Bowl contestants. Detroit has traded wins and losses every week since the beginning of October, never winning two-straight but never losing two-straight either during that stretch. Well, for the Lions’ sake, they lost their last game, so this is their win week. Detroit wins 24-17.
Pick: Lions
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Sunday, December 7th – Early Games
Seahawks(9-3) at Falcons(4-8)
Sam Darnold and the high-flying Seattle offense will continue to soar against Kirk Cousins in Atlanta. Seattle wins 29-21.
Pick: Seahawks
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Steelers(6-6) at Ravens(6-6)
As bad as the NFC South has been, the AFC North has arguably been worse. Now, two of the most bitter rivals in the NFL face off for the division lead, sporting identical .500 records. Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry will be the difference makers in this showdown. Baltimore wins 26-16.
Pick: Ravens
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Titans(1-11) at Browns(3-9)
This matchup stinks worse than those Thanksgiving leftovers in the back of the fridge. Cleveland wins 21-17.
Pick: Browns
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Colts(8-4) at Jaguars(8-4) – Game of the Week
After a remarkable start, winning 7 of their first 8 games, Indy has fallen off a cliff, losing 3 of their last 4, all against AFC opponents. They have now been lapped by New England and Denver on the top of the AFC, and now find themselves in a dead heat for the AFC South against this week’s opponent, Jacksonville. The Jags come into this one on a roll, winning 4 of their last 5. Jacksonville has the momentum and home-field advantage, but Indy, in their most desperate hour, finds a way in the closing moments of this divisional showdown. Indianapolis wins 30-27.
Pick: Colts
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Commanders(3-9) at Vikings(4-8)
Washington has followed-up an NFC title game appearance with an absolute nightmare of a season, losing seven-consecutive games as well as losing Jayden Daniels to injury. The losing will continue in Minnesota against a Vikings team that has lost six of their last seven games themselves. Both of these teams were soaring a year ago, now they’re both in the dirt. Minnesota wins 21-13.
Pick: Vikings
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Dolphins(5-7) at Jets(3-9)
This could be considered a matchup of two of the league’s worst, but in reality, both teams are playing their best football of the season over the last six weeks. Believe it or not, the Jets will win back-to-back games here. New York wins 24-23.
Pick: Jets
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Bengals(4-8) at Bills(8-4)
It’s been a bumpy road for Buffalo as of late, having traded wins and losses every week since Week 10, and it’s time for another loss, against a Cincy team that looks like the team that started the season with Joe Burrow back at quarterback. Burrow and the Bengals are about to pull off another huge upset here. Cincinnati wins 26-14.
Pick: Bengals
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Saints(2-10) at Buccaneers(7-5)
Tampa Bay has been surprisingly vulnerable since their last meeting with the Saints in Week 8, losing three-straight games against Super Bowl contenders. They found themselves back on the on ramp to easy street against the Cardinals last week, but that game was far closer than it ever should’ve been. Now, every opponent they have remaining, except Carolina, have losing records. Unfortunately, the team remaining with the worst record is the Saints.
The Saints are currently suffering through their worst season in two decades, and their worst offensive outing in this historically poor season came against these same Bucs in late October. Spencer Rattler got the start at quarterback in that game, but Tyler Shough got to see some action in relief. Now Shough will get the start, his fifth straight and although he has shown some flashes, and enough promise to be the starter for the 2026 season as well, he struggled in action against Tampa Bay during their last meeting, and his supporting cast on offense hasn’t really improved since. The lack of offensive firepower, just like every week, will ruin the Saints’ chances of leaving Tampa with the win. Tampa Bay wins 24-13.
Pick: Buccaneers
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Sunday, December 7th – Late Games
Broncos(10-2) at Raiders(2-10)
Denver stands atop the AFC, alongside the Pats, having won nine-consecutive games, and they will easily make it ten, as they face one of the absolute worst teams in the NFL in Vegas. Denver wins 24-14.
Pick: Broncos
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Bears(9-3) at Packers(8-3-1)
Green Bay and Chicago face off in the first of two showdowns over the next three weeks. This one will come down to the closing moments, but the Pack wins this nail-biter in Lambeau. Green Bay wins 24-21.
Pick: Packers
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Rams(9-3) at Cardinals(3-9)
The Rams come into this one stinging, fresh off a stunning loss in Carolina, and now they will take their frustration out on the lowly Cards, who have lost 9 of their last 10 games. Los Angeles wins 24-12.
Pick: Rams
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Sunday Night Football
Texans(7-5) at Chiefs(6-6)
Following a bumpy start to their season, Houston has won four-straight games and find themselves one game out of first place in the AFC South. Kansas City stunningly finds themselves on life support in the AFC Wild Card race and they simply can’t afford to lose much more here at the end of the season. Kansas City finds a way at home. Kansas City wins 24-17.
Pick: Chiefs
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Monday, December 8th – Monday Night Football
Eagles(8-4) at Chargers(8-4)
Philly is on the ropes, having lost consecutive games, but their schedule lightens up considerably after this game. The Eagles will pull out a close win in the City of Angels in primetime. Philadelphia wins 27-26.
Pick: Eagles
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There it is, Week 14 of the NFL season. Leave us your picks, comments, and insight below!
The Detroit Lions host the Dallas Cowboys tonight in the Motor City. Both teams are fighting for an outside shot in their respective divisions. Will Detroit rebound from their Thanksgiving loss? Can Dallas win four-straight? Let’s tune in to find out!
Dallas Cowboys at Detroit Lions
Ford Field – Detroit, Michigan
Kickoff – 5:15pm PST / 7:15pm CST / 8:15pm EST
Network – Prime Video
Odds – Lions -3, O/U 54.5
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The New Orleans Saints dropped yet another game on Sunday and are now officially eliminated from the playoffs. So, let’s see how the Saints and their division rivals stack up against the teams with the top 10 Super Bowl odds headed into Week 14 of the season, courtesy of Fanduel Sportsbook:
T-32. New Orleans Saints: ELIMINATED (Last week’s odds: +100000) (Last week’s ranking: T-32)
1. Los Angeles Rams: +490 (+430) (1)
2. Seattle Seahawks: +850 (+1100) (T-4)
3. Green Bay Packers: +900 (+1500) (11)
4. Philadelphia Eagles: +950 (+600) (2)
5. Buffalo Bills: +1000 (+1300) (8)
T-6. New England Patriots: +1100 (+1400) (10)
T-6. Denver Broncos: +1100 (+1300) (9)
8. Indianapolis Colts: +1500 (+1100) (T-4)
9. Baltimore Ravens: +1600 (+1200) (T-6)
10. Kansas City Chiefs: +1700 (+1000) (3)
T-16. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: +3500 (+3500) (14)
21. Carolina Panthers: +40000 (+40000) (21)
T-22. Atlanta Falcons: +100000 (+100000) (T-32)
Tonight, New Orleans’ own Tulane Green Wave battle the North Texas Mean Green for the AAC Championship in New Orleans. North Texas enters ranked 24th in the nation with a record of 11-1, while Tulane enters ranked 20th in the nation with a record of 10-2. Hopefully Tulane will bring some much needed success to New Orleans! Here are the details for tonight’s title game:
American Athletic Conference Championship Game
#24 North Texas Mean Green vs #20 Tulane Green Wave
Yulman Stadium – New Orleans, Louisiana
Kickoff – 5:00pm PST / 7:00pm CST /8:00pm EST
Network – ABC
Here’s to an entertaining title game, and ROLL WAVE!
For Week 14, the New Orleans Saints (2-10) are on the road again to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-5) in Raymond James Stadium.
So, let’s jump right in and take a look at some of the Canal Street Chronicles staff’s predictions for this week’s matchup between the Saints and Bucs
NIC:
- Tyler Shough tosses 3+ touchdowns
- Devin Neal finds the end zone
- Jordan Howden forces a turnover in place of the injured Justin Reid
HAYDEN:
- Shough throws 3 touchdown passes
- Devin Neal has a touchdown catch
- Saints sack Baker Mayfield 5 times
CALEB:
- Evan Hull scores a touchdown
- Chase Young has a three-sack game
- Saints win
JASON:
- Saints outgain the Buccaneers once more
- No turnovers from the offense
- Baker Mayfield throws two interceptions
KYLE:
- Tyler Shough throws 3 touchdowns
- Chase young records two sacks and a forced fumble
- Devaughn Vele goes for 75+ yards and a touchdown
What do you think about the CSC staff’s predictions? What are your bold predictions? Let us know in the comments below!
The New Orleans Saints will head to Raymond James Stadium to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 13 of the 2025 NFL season. To break it down, Evan Wanish of Bucs Nation joins us to preview Sunday afternoon’s matchup.
NJ: Prior to their recent victory over the Arizona Cardinals, the Bucs had lost three straight—what has been Tampa Bay’s biggest weakness over that stretch?
EW: The biggest weakness over this tough stretch for the Bucs has probably been the explosive plays allowed on defense. In their losses to New England, Buffalo and Los Angeles the defense allowed way too many splash plays and a lot of the time they ended up going for touchdowns. They have had other issues during this stretch like the offense going cold at times and turnovers being untimely but it’s pretty deflating when you have a defense that is giving up big play after big play.
NJ: Now that his MVP campaign has cooled off, what’s been your overall evaluation of Baker Mayfield since the Week 8 win over New Orleans?
EW: Very up and down. Mayfield has had some OK moments in the past few games but a lot of his issues have still come with accuracy when making throws over the middle of the field. The offense as a whole still has not been at full strength and they only recently got some semblance of that with Chris Godwin and Bucky Irving back in the mix but if Tampa wants to make the playoffs and potentially go on a run, Mayfield will have to be better than he has been lately.
NJ: Which positional matchup do you think will be the most critical in determining the winner of Sunday’s game?
EW: I think it’s all about the trenches on both sides of the ball. The Bucs pass rush has been very hot and cold this season but when they are on, it makes this defense so much tougher to game plan for because it allows the Bucs to not have to blitz as much. On offense, the Bucs offensive line put together a solid performance last week but they have struggled with consistency at times. Protecting a still banged up Mayfield and applying pressure on defense with four guys will be key.
NJ: Who’s a player on the Buccaneers defense that hasn’t gotten the recognition they deserve this season?
EW: Safety Tykee Smith has been arguably the best player on the entire Tampa Bay defense for most of this season. He was the team’s nickel corner as a rookie last season and did a solid job but the team decided to move him to safety for this season and that decision has paid off big time.
NJ: According to FanDuel Sportsbook, the Buccaneers (-490) are currently 8.5-point favorites over the Saints (+380) in Sunday’s matchup; what is your final score prediction?
EW: That’s a pretty big line for a divisional matchup. I know the Saints have struggled mightily this season, but that first contest between the two teams was a bit closer than the final score indicates. The Saints defense held the Bucs in check for most of that game. I expect a better performance by the Bucs offense in this one, but with this being a NFC South game, I’ll say it’s a bit closer this time around. Give me the Bucs 26-20.
Thank you again to Evan Wanish for joining us to preview this week’s matchup! You can check out the rest of his work here.
The Kansas City Chiefs host the Houston Texans tonight at Arrowhead. Surprisingly, Kansas City has been one of the league’s bigger disappointments, while Houston has gotten their season back on track. Will Houston stay hot in KC? Can the Chiefs stay alive in the Wild Card race? Let’s tune in and find out!
Houston Texans at Kansas City Chiefs
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium – Kansas City, Missouri
Kickoff – 5:20pm PST / 7:20pm CST / 8:20pm EST
Network – NBC
Odds – Chiefs -3.5, O/U 41.5
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You tell us, Saints fans: What’s the best-case scenario for New Orleans down the stretch?
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Game balls from the Saints’ resounding win over the Buccaneers
Some great performances in New Orleans’ win.
Tyrann Mathieu Gives Saints’ Tyler Shough Ultimate Stamp Of Approval
The Saints QB continues to get praise for his performances.
The Los Angeles Chargers host the Philadelphia Eagles in the City of Angels. These teams are contenders looking to secure their playoff positioning. Will Philly get themselves back on track? Can the Bolts play up to the level of the best competition? Let’s tune in to find out!
Philadelphia Eagles at Los Angeles Chargers
SoFi Stadium – Inglewood, California
Kickoff – 5:15pm PST / 7:15pm CST / 8:15pm EST
Network – ESPN
Odds – Eagles -2.5, O/U 41.5
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The Good: Complimentary and Situational Football
The New Orleans Saints defense came up clutch on multiple occasions on Sunday. They held the Buccaneers to 2/7 on 4th down and kept them out of the end zone on their potential game-tying drive in the fourth quarter. On the Bucs final drive, the defense didn’t allow a single first down and clinched the game. The offense kept pace and took the lead after scoring for the third straight drive in the second half. Quarterback Tyler Shough was able to run for two touchdowns in the second half, the second of which gave the Saints a 24-17 lead that they would never lose. Shough’s passing stats don’t look great on paper, but on the Saints final drive of the game Shough converted on two 3rd and mediums through the air to Devaughn Vele that burned 3 minutes off the clock and forced the Buccaneers to use all of their timeouts. The offense capitalized on an interception on the Bucs first drive of the second half and scored a go-ahead touchdown, and even their first touchdown drive of the day on their opening possession was set up by a 54-yard kick return by Mason Tipton. This is the kind of complimentary and situational football the Saints hadn’t been playing this year, and it was very nice to finally see it on Sunday.
The Bad: Pass rush
The Saints defense was unable to get to Baker Mayfield on Sunday, registering 0 sacks for the first time since Week 3 in Seattle. This did not cost them a win thankfully, as the secondary was able to hold up and cause incompletions when they needed them most at the end of the game, but after having seven total sacks in their last two games it would have been nice to see the Saints keep that going against one of the better QBs in the NFL in Mayfield.
The Ugly: Penalties
The Saints committed 10 penalties in Tampa for a total of 82 yards. These issues have plagued them all season and again showed themselves on Sunday. Like the lack of pass rush however, it thankfully did not cost them a win, but it is something they must clean up if they are going to be a serious team next season. A neutral zone infraction by Chase Young gave the Bucs a free first down on 3rd and 5 of their opening drive and a DPI wiped out an interception. Another DPI would later give the Bucs a first down on 3rd and 10, and an ineligible man downfield call on Cesar Ruiz would cancel out a 1st down on 4th and 1 and make the Saints settle for a field goal. Both of Tampa Bay’s touchdown drives were kept alive by penalties, but thankfully when the Saints needed to, they were able to play clean football which is why they were victorious on Sunday.
The NFL announced on Tuesday that New Orleans Saints linebacker Demario Davis has been named one of the eight finalists for the Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award, which recognizes those that demonstrate the qualities of on-field sportsmanship, including fair play, respect for the game and opponents, and integrity in competition.
The eight finalists consist of four players from each conference. In addition to Davis, Budda Baker (Arizona) Lavonte David (Tampa Bay), and Brian O’Neill (Minnesota) have been selected as finalists from the NFC.
In the AFC, DeForest Buckner (Indianapolis), Harrison Phillips (New York Jets), Zach Sieler (Miami), and Kyle Van Noy (Baltimore) have been nominated.
The finalists are listed on the ballet for the Pro Bowl, which players vote on. The winner of the 2025 Art Rooney Sportsmanship will be announced on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at the NFL Honors Ceremony during Super Bowl week.
Davis was also chosen as the Saints’ nominee for this year’s Walter Payton Man of the Year award, in recognition of his outstanding off-the-field contributions and steadfast commitment to making impact on the community. That 2025 Walter Payton Man of the Year will also be announced during the NFL Honors in February.
NFL.com – 25 (+5)
Fox Sports – 26 (+4)
Bleacher Report – 27 (+2)
CBS Sports – 27 (+4)
Sports Illustrated – 24 (+5)
On Tuesday, December 9, 2025, the New Orleans Saints partnered with Louisiana Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (LSPCA) to spread some special holiday cheer with a special gift drop for the organization. Saints quarterback Tyler Shough as well as members of the Saints Cheer Krewe and Gumbo were in attendance to help deliver the gifts and give some love to the animals onsite.
Tyler Shough stopped by the Louisiana SPCA to deliver some toys to the pups for Mrs. Benson’s Month of Givingpic.twitter.com/P7yj6RrIFn
— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) December 9, 2025
This event was just one of many held during Gayle Benson’s Month of Giving, an annual initiative that underscores her dedication to supporting charitable organizations and strengthening community programs all across Louisiana.
The LASPCA just celebrated 100 years in New Orleans with a mission to promote, protect and advance the well-being of Louisiana’s companion animals. Their diverse programs and services advance animal welfare and foster the human-animal bond. If you are considering adopting a pet, please check out the available animals at LASPCA by visiting Adopt – Louisiana SPCA
The New Orleans Saints face the Carolina Panthers in the Caesars Superdome this week. Despite a win a week ago, the Saints still find themselves at the bottom of the NFC South and in position to still end up with a top-3 pick in next year’s draft. Despite that fact, they have already beaten these Panthers, in Carolina no less, just over a month ago, and are looking to do it again, this time in New Orleans. Carolina may be on the precipice of overtaking the NFC South, but the Saints will have a lot to say about how this division race unfolds. Carolina seemed dead and buried in the division not long ago, but those cats seem to really have nine lives, and hopefully that Saints can snatch another one like they did back in Week 10. Let’s take a look at this and all of the upcoming action in Week 15.
Last week, I went 6-8 (ugh)
I told you so: Packers over Bears!
What do I know: Bucs over Saints?
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WEEK 15
Thursday, December 11th – Thursday Night Football
Falcons(4-9) at Buccaneers(7-6)
During the first eight weeks of this season, the Bucs stood firmly atop the NFC South and amongst the best of the NFC as a whole, now they are staring straight at one of the more remarkable collapses this season. A game-winning field goal by the lowly Falcons will take the Bucs out of first place in the division for the first time this season. Atlanta wins 29-26.
Pick: Falcons
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Sunday, December 14th – Early Games
Browns(3-10) at Bears(9-4)
Chicago will bounce back from a tough loss last week, by disposing of the sad-sack Browns. Chicago wins 23-14.
Pick: Bears
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Ravens(6-7) at Bengals(4-9)
Both teams suffered massively consequential losses last week, but it will be Joe Burrow’s Bengals that rebound first over Lamar Jackson’s Ravens in an AFC North thriller. Cincinnati wins 35-30.
Pick: Bengals
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Cardinals(3-10) at Texans(8-5)
Houston has been on an absolute tear, winning five-straight, beating all three division rivals as well as last season’s AFC finalists in that stretch. Their defense has been stellar and will have as easy a test as they can get against Arizona. Houston wins 21-10.
Pick: Texans
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Jets(3-10) at Jaguars(9-4)
Jacksonville has roared into first place in the AFC South, but they won’t have as easy of a time against the Jets as they might expect. The Jets will keep this game respectable, but the Jags win it at home. Jacksonville wins 23-20.
Pick: Jaguars
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Chargers(9-4) at Chiefs(6-7)
Kansas City’s season has fallen off a cliff and the only hope of grabbing a rope is winning this game at home, which they will… barely. KC stays alive for another week. Kansas City wins 22-19
Pick: Chiefs
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Bills(9-4) at Patriots(11-2) – Game of the Week
This AFC East showdown may ultimately determine who will win the division, so the stakes couldn’t be higher. This one will come down to the very last play, and the Pats will come away with the win. New England wins 21-20.
Pick: Patriots
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Commanders(3-10) at Giants(2-11)
This battle for the NFC East basement will live down to its billing, as one of these two terrible teams ends their extended losing streaks. That lucky team is the home team. New York wins 27-16.
Pick: Giants
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Raiders(2-11) at Eagles(8-5)
Lucky for the floundering Eagles, they start the stretch of their season where they only face one more winning team before the season ends, and the Raiders certainly aren’t that. Philly wins, but it’ll be closer than it has any business being. Philadelphia wins 22-21.
Pick: Eagles
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Sunday, December 14th – Late Games
Packers(9-3-1) at Broncos(11-2)
The Denver defense is the most dominant unit in all of football at the moment, and they will completely shut down Jordan Love and the Packers. Once again, Sean Payton and Bo Nix do just enough to win on offense. The Broncos keep rolling along towards the AFC title. Denver wins 17-10.
Pick: Broncos
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Lions(8-5) at Rams(10-3)
This NFC showdown of offensive powerhouses will ultimately be won by the Rams defense, who will make the biggest plays with the game on the line. The Rams will prove they are the team destined for the NFC title. Los Angeles wins 24-21.
Pick: Rams
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Colts(8-5) at Seahawks(10-3)
The second Phillip Rivers era in Indianapolis begins against a buzzsaw of a team in the Seattle Seahawks. The spiraling Colts will continue to flounder in this one. Seattle wins 37-17.
Pick: Seahawks
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Titans(2-11) at 49ers(9-4)
Tennessee honestly has only one game left on their schedule that is potentially winnable, and this certainly isn’t it. San Francisco wins 21-3.
Pick: 49ers
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Panthers(7-6) at Saints(3-10)
It would be so great to say that the Saints were about to win two-straight games for the first time since Week 11 of the 2024 season, but there simply hasn’t been enough evidence to support that hope. Thankfully, this is the last “good” team the Saints will face this season, and although they’ve already beaten Carolina this season, this just hasn’t shown themselves to be a team that is ready to sweep anyone this season. Tyler Shough and the cast of future Saints stars will continue to show flashes, and that will keep fans hopeful for the immediate future. To be wrong about a loss here would be a fantastic early Christmas gift, but this feels like a game that comes down to the last play, which unfortunately goes against the Saints. Carolina wins 20-17.
Pick: Panthers
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Sunday Night Football
Vikings(5-8) at Cowboys(6-6-1)
Minnesota has been as perplexing a team as you will see this season, and Dallas has almost been equally inconsistent. Dallas’ offense will be the most consistent unit on the field in this game. Dallas wins 30-16.
Pick: Cowboys
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Monday, December 15th- Monday Night Football
Dolphins(6-7) at Steelers(7-6)
Despite suffering some tough losses over the past month, Pittsburgh has won the crucial divisional games they needed to keep them on top of the AFC North. Although Miami has been on a winning streak, it ends in a close game on the road. Pittsburgh wins 19-18.
Pick: Steelers
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That’s how I see Week 15 playing out as we approach the end of the 2025 NFL Season. Leave us your picks, comments, and insight below!
The New Orleans Saints listed seven players on Thursday’s injury report ahead of their Week 15 matchup with the Carolina Panthers. Defensive end Chris Rumph II was a full participant after being limited in Wednesday’s practice. Safety Justin Reid returned to practice in a limited capacity as he recovers from a knee injury.
The Panthers had positive news for their injury report on Thursday, listing five players, all of whom were full participants. Of the five players, star cornerback Jaycee Horn was a full participant after being labeled as limited on Wednesday’s walkthrough with a concussion.
New Orleans Saints
Full Participation
DE Chris Rumph II (Wrist)
Limited Participation
RB Devin Neal (Abdomen)
T Taliese Fuaga (Ankle)
S Justin Reid (Knee)
Did Not Participate
T Asim Richards (Ankle)
RB Alvin Kamara (Knee/Ankle)
DT Davon Godchaux (NIR-Rest)
Carolina Panthers
Full Participation
LB Claudin Cherelus (Concussion)
CB Jaycee Horn (Concussion)
C Cade Mays (Ankle)
S Lathan Ransom (Thumb)
LB Christian Rozeboom (Hip/Hamstring)
Our defense vs. their offense: Carolina Panthers
A potential big day for Brandon Staley’s group.
How Saints QB Tyler Shough Reportedly Impressed Buccaneers
Seems like a weekly occurrence for Shough.
The Saints’ future at cornerback looks bright with Kool-Aid McKinstry and Quincy Riley
It’s been an up-and-down year for the duo, but the potential is still high.
