deskgameThe conditions are a consideration for this prop play. The advance forecast at nflweather.com points to a 90 percent chance of rain with 16 mph wind gusts. The game-time temperature forecast is 51 degrees, and as noted by the Palm Beach Post, Tagovailoa has a 1-8 record in games 50 degrees or lower, which is obviously not far off from the projected temperature.
deskgameWhen smoking is allowed on gaming floors, it doesn’t just hurt our health — it encourages addictive behavior by keeping players at their seats longer and discouraging them from stepping outside. The National Council on Problem Gambling even told state lawmakers that “making casinos smoke free is likely to reduce the incidence of problem gambling and improve public health.”
deskgamePittsburgh’s defense was dominant for most of the regular season, but the wheels are starting to fall off the wagon. The Steelers blew their lead in the AFC North by losing the previous four games, and the defense surrendered 27 points or more in three of the defeats. One of the losses came against the Ravens in Week 16 when Henry ran for 162 yards.
deskgameThe Miami-Cleveland matchup kicks off the late Sunday window at 4:05 p.m. ET. The 7-8 Dolphins are favored by 6.5 points over the 3-12 Browns. Miami will still be alive in the AFC playoff race if one of Denver or the Los Angeles Chargers lose on Saturday. Rainy and windy conditions, however, point to the Browns possibly covering the spread.
deskgameOn Sunday, Miami also must win to get in with help, but the Jets (+1) can play spoiler a against their longtime hated rivals. Denver (-10.5) can win and clinch a wild card berth with a win over the Chiefs, who are expected to rest key starters.
