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Summary:

This is a weekly NFL predictions column where the author, Vic Tafur, provides his picks against the spread for the upcoming Week 12 games. He highlights surprising trends and player performances across the league, while also making a few bold calls based on his analysis of team matchups, coaching decisions, and key player absences. He discusses the Buffalo Bills losing streak in Houston, the improved play of the Giants’ offensive line, and the potential for upsets. He also mentions notable players like George Pickens, Dak Prescott, Davis Mills and Tyrod Taylor. Finally he highlights his “Best Bets” which include the Saints, Jaguars, Steelers, Seahawks, and Patriots.

News Article:

NFL Week 12: Expert Predictions Offer Potential Upsets and Bold Calls

[City, State] – NFL analyst Vic Tafur is back with his Week 12 predictions, and he’s not afraid to make some unconventional choices. Despite the unpredictable nature of this season, Tafur has confidence in several potential upsets, and key player performances.

Tafur is backing the Houston Texans to defeat the Buffalo Bills, citing the Bills’ historical struggles in Houston and the Texans’ improving offense. He also likes the New York Giants, highlighting their improved offensive line play. He’s also taking the New York Jets to beat the Ravens.

Among his other picks, Tafur sees the New England Patriots prevailing against the Cincinnati Bengals, regardless of whether Joe Burrow plays or not, while the Steelers win over the bears despite weather or Aaron Rodgers plays.

“Everyone is shoveling dirt on the Chiefs, so naturally, we’d want to pivot and back them here,” Tafur wrote. “Phooey. We picked the Broncos against the Chiefs last week because we thought it was a field goal game either way, and we feel the same way about Jonathan Taylor and the best offense in football (3.17 points per drive, 0.02 behind the 2007 Patriots for the best mark since at least 2000).”

Tafur’s “Best Bets” for the week include the Saints, Jaguars, Steelers, Seahawks, and Patriots to win.

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