Week 18 NFL Score Predictions

Predicting every matchup in the NFL this week.

Schuyler Callihan | Jan 4, 2024

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Carolina Panthers

Every week, I'll release a prediction for every game in the NFL. Here's how I see things going down in Week 18.

WEEK 15 PICKS: 12-4.

SEASON PICKS: 157-96.

Steelers at Ravens

The Steelers need this one. Lamar Jackson is sitting out as they've clinched the top spot. It's not going to be pretty, but Pittsburgh finds a way.

Prediction: Steelers 20, Ravens 17.

Texans at Colts

This is going to be a really good football game. As much as I'd like to see C.J. Stroud take his team to the playoffs, I think they fall short here on the road.

Prediction: Colts 23, Texans 21.

Buccaneers at Panthers

Buccaneers win.

Prediction: Score prediction will be released tomorrow.

Browns at Bengals

The Browns are starting Jeff Driskel, but I'm still not all that confident in Cincinnati. I'll give them the edge but not by much.

Prediction: Bengals 17, Browns 16.

Vikings at Lions

Detroit is looking to clinch the No. 2 seed in the NFC. They've got something to play for, so that makes it an easy pick for me.

Prediction: Lions 27, Vikings 17.

Jets at Patriots

The interest level for this one will be low. Both fanbases are rooting for a loss at this point to help draft position. Jets, I guess.

Prediction: Jets 13, Patriots 10.

Falcons at Saints

The Falcons are still in it somehow, but I don't see them winning this game. The Saints get this one at home and have a healthy QB, unlike Atlanta.

Prediction: Saints 24, Falcons 13.

Jaguars at Titans

I expect Tennessee to play a well-rounded game in their last time out, trying to spoil the Jags postseason hopes. That said, Jacksonville survives.

Prediction: Jaguars 21, Titans 18.

Seahawks at Cardinals

One team has something to play for, the other doesn't. I get that. But I'm going with the team who's already eliminated from playoff contention believe it or not. Arizona is coming off a win over Philly and has been a thorn in some teams' side this year.

Prediction: Cardinals 28, Seahawks 24.

Bears at Packers

Matt LaFleur owns the Bears. I'll rock with the trend in this matchup.

Prediction: Packers 26, Bears 24.

Chiefs at Chargers

Kansas City is resting its starters, but they still win the game. Chargers are down bad.

Prediction: Chiefs 17, Chargers 11.

Broncos at Raiders

I literally flipped a coin.

Prediction: Raiders 20, Broncos 19.

Eagles at Giants

Philadelphia wins, giving them a chance to win the division.