http://sportschatplace.com/nfl-picks/20 ... prediction
The New England Patriots have clinched the AFC East title but with a win or a Cincinnati loss they can wrap up the number two seed in the AFC playoffs and get a bye in the first round. The Patriots have had their share of bumps along the way this season but they still manage to get it done. Tom Brady has completed 60.6 percent of his passes with 24 touchdowns and 10 interceptions while throwing for over 4,200 yards. Steven Ridley is a weak link at RB rushing for 699 yards while LeGarrette Blount is seeing an increased role. Julian Edelman has 96 receptions and Danny Amendola has 53 receptions as the Patriots had to change offensive plans without Rob Gronkowski for most of the season and Aaron Hernandez looking at several life sentences or worse. Dont’a Hightower has 91 tackles, Brandon Spikes has 85 tackles, and Chandler Jones has 11.5 sacks. The Patriots offense is averaging 27.3 points and 384.7 yards per game while defensively they are allowing 21.2 points and 371.7 yards per game. The Patriots are no strangers to meaningful games and the playoffs.
