It’s Thanksgiving, and the NFL has a treat for fans to feast their eyes on. The Seattle Seahawks and the San Francisco 49ers renew their rivalry on Thursday Night Football with a wild card berth on the line. Earlier on, the Philadelphia Eagles visit AT&T Stadium for a crucial NFC East showdown with the Dallas Cowboys.
Which teams will rise to the occasion with the whole country watching? You can also check out our complete picks and predictions for Week 13 of the 2014 NFL season for more exciting matchups.
[sc:MultiSportArticles ]Philadelphia Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys (4:30 PM ET)
Line: Philadelphia Eagles (+3) at Dallas Cowboys (-3); total 56.0 – view these lines
Despite his iffy back, Dallas quarterback Tony Romo appears to be playing at his peak, throwing for seven touchdowns and no interceptions in his last two games. Meanwhile running back DeMarco Murray remains a beast in the run game, recording back-to-back 100-yard games in weeks 11 and 12.
Romo and Murray have to contend with the Eagles though, who are undefeated in NFC East and are 6-0 playing on Thanksgiving. Mark Sanchez was sharp against Tennessee in Week 12 with his third straight 300-yard game, while running back LeSean McCoy ran for 130 yards and a touchdown. The two should be tough outs for a Dallas defense which has allowed 355 total yards per contest this season.
Writer’s Prediction
The Cowboys take the sole lead of NFC East. Don’t miss out on these scrumptious Thanksgiving treats. Create a betting account now and satiate your hunger for football action.
Seattle Seahawks vs. San Francisco 49ers (8:30 PM ET)
Line: Seattle Seahawks (pk) at San Francisco 49ers (pk); total 40.0 – view these lines
The 49ers have won their last five home games against Seattle, but are yet to welcome the defending Super Bowl champions to the new Levi’s Stadium. The 49ers are also riding a three-game win streak as quarterback Colin Kaepernick tied a club record of 18 straight games with a touchdown pass.
With wide receiver Anquan Bolding creating some plays, the 49ers may be able to extend their home domination over the Seahawks. Boldin set season-highs of nine receptions for 137 yards in the 49ers’ Week 11 victory over Washington.
[sc:NFL240banner ]Still, the Seahawks are tough opponents for San Francisco, going 5-0 ATS in the last five matchups. Running back Marshawn Lynch (team-high nine rushing scores) and quarterback Russell Wilson (7.7 yards per carry) have been deadly on the run this season. Both may struggle against San Francisco’s front seven, as the 49ers have the seventh-best run defense in the NFL (average of 92.9 yards allowed).
Writer’s Prediction
The 49ers (pk) take a hard-earned win over the Seahawks.
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