NFL picks Week 14: Falcons-Panthers and every other game

Jan 11, 2015; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) throws a pass against the Dallas Cowboys in the first half in the 2014 NFC Divisional playoff football game at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Weber-USA TODAY Sports

Oakland Raiders at Denver Broncos (-8.5)

The Denver (10-2) defense has won a lot of games this year, and that will continue against Derek Carr and Oakland (5-7). The loss ends the Raiders playoff hopes and increases the Broncos’ hopes of a bye.

Pick: Denver 21, Oakland 13

Dallas Cowboys at Green Bay Packers (-7.5)

Green Bay (7-5) finally showed some fire on offense in the second half of the comeback victory over the Detroit, and they shouldn’t require a Hail Mary to get past a Tony Romo-less Dallas (4-8).

Pick: Green Bay 24, Dallas 14

New England Patriots (-3) at Houston Texans

New England (10-2) has been struggling with so many injuries, but there is no way Tom Brady loses three straight, right? Houston (6-6) is playing well, but not well enough to win this one.

Pick: New England 26, Houston 17

New York Giants at Miami Dolphins (EVEN)

Miami (5-7) is committed to running the football with Lamar Miller, and they should find some success against New York (5-7). Despite that, the Giants need this one, and they bounce back.

Pick: New York 27, Miami 20

Last week: 13-3
Season: 117-74