Week 18 Analyst Breakdown
Key insights from NFL prediction shows
Analyst Playoff Picks
Who experts are picking for the Super Bowl
Chiefs(2)
Bills(1)
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Broncos unanimous pick for #1 seed clincher
All analysts picking Denver to dominate a Chargers team resting Justin Herbert. Trey Lance starting for LA. Broncos defense hunting team sack record with incentives on the line.
Vikings defense playing historic football
Minnesota's defense hasn't allowed a passing touchdown in 8 weeks. Brian Flores' unit is the best in the league right now. Packers expected to rest starters with Clayton Tune likely starting.
Bills emotional finale at Orchard Park
Last regular season game ever at the old stadium before moving to new facility. Bills fighting for the coveted 5 seed. Expect emotional plays and a fired-up crowd against a deflated Jets team.
BOLD TAKE:Chiefs should TANK to hurt Raiders draft position
With Mahomes out and KC eliminated, one analyst suggests the Chiefs losing would cost the Raiders the #1 overall pick. KC playing third-string QB makes upset possible.
AFC South chaos: Jags and Texans both rolling
Jacksonville fighting for #1 seed with longest active momentum. Houston owns NFL's longest win streak. Both could meet in playoffs - analysts unanimous both teams cover big spreads.
Picks Summary
| Game | Rosenthal | Freeland | Predictions | Grossi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAR @ TB |  | | | |
| SEA @ SF |  | | | |
| GB @ MIN |  | | |  |
| DET @ CHI |  | | | |
| LAC @ DEN |  | | | |
| NYJ @ BUF | | | | |
| TEN @ JAX |  | | | |
| IND @ HOU |  | | | |
| BAL @ PIT | | | | |
| NO @ ATL |  | |  | |
| ARI @ LAR |  | | | |
| KC @ LV | | |  | |
Insights extracted from NFL analyst prediction videos
Last updated: Tuesday, Jan 13, 2026