Chiefs vs. Patriots: NFL Week 15 Odds & Picks (2023)
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NFL Odds, Picks & Predictions: Chiefs vs. Patriots
Chiefs vs. Patriots
Rumors have swirled all week about Bill Belichick’s future in New England. The Patriots offense has taken a few steps back over the last two seasons, but the defense has shaped back into form after a few key injuries earlier in the year. They sit 10th in defensive DVOA, just one spot behind Kansas City. New England has given up 20 or less in five straight contests, although against some weak offenses. The Chiefs should have a bit more success, but as much as some of the advanced stats love their offense, it isn’t producing the same kind of results that it was the previous few seasons. The Patriots may be turning the corner a bit themselves on offense after moving to Bailey Zappe last week. He managed 240 yards and 3 TDs against a stout Pittsburgh defense. The Patriots’ side has already taken a lot of steam this week and the number has been dropping all week. Even still, I like the value on the Patriots here and am taking them to cover.
Pick: Patriots +8 (-110)
-Ryan Rodeman
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