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NFL Week 18 Same Game Parlay Picks & Predictions (2023)

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We’ve made it to the end of the NFL regular season. Each week, I’ve provided my favorite Sunday parlay and my favorite same-game parlay options for each game. There’s a ton of uncertainty leading up to Week 18, which means the prop menu will likely be limited until close to kickoff. We’ll do our best with what we know. Without further ado, here are this week’s parlay picks.

Odds courtesy of Fanduel Sportsbook.

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NFL Week 18 Same Game Parlay Odds, Picks & Predictions (2023)

Week 18 parlay 

  • Rams +6 (-110)
  • Eagles -7.5 first half (-125)
  • Odds: +243

With so much uncertainty swirling right now, it’s hard to find too many sides or totals I like. So I’ll select my favorite two. The Rams could’ve beaten the Seahawks earlier this season with John Wolford at quarterback and are still playing hard. I’m not laying nearly a TD with this Seahawks defense. As for Philly, Jalen Hurts is expected to return and they’re playing for the No. 1 seed against a Giants team that likely won’t play its starters. I expect Philly to attack early, then pull guys once the result is in hand.

Minnesota Vikings (-5.5) at Chicago Bears, Total 42.5

This game sat at Minnesota -7.5 as I began to write this article, but has since crashed down to Minnesota -5.5. While it’s not official, I would assume it means Minnesota is benching some key starters. This game could feature Nathan Peterman vs. Nick Mullens at Soldier Field. For that reason, it’s simply unbettable.

Houston Texans at Indianapolis Colts (-2.5), Total 38

This has the potential to be the worst football game ever played. I suspect the Texans, who are in prime position for the No. 1 overall pick, will be doing their best not to win this one. Meanwhile, meathead Jeff Saturday will surely try to end his coaching tenure on a winning note. For that reason, I’ll take Indy’s top players to crack the end zone.

Baltimore Ravens at Cincinnati Bengals (-9.5), Total 39.5

Nobody knows if it’ll be Tyler Huntley or Anthony Brown under center for the Ravens. But this could be a defensive slugfest and the Ravens’ run defense should stymie Mixon, who’s cleared this prop in only three of his last six games. The Ravens have the corners to limit Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, so I expect Boyd could see more action as the tertiary weapon.

New York Jets at Miami Dolphins (-3), Total 37.5

Joe Flacco vs. Skylar Thompson for a trip to the playoffs for Miami. This game is the epitome of the joke Week 18 is. The prop menu is still not out for this game after the Jets opted to start Flacco, but I would take an over on Flacco’s pass attempts, as well as an over on Garrett Wilson’s receptions. I also think this game will go under 37 points.

Carolina Panthers at New Orleans Saints (-3.5), Total 41.5

  • Under 41.5
  • Sam Darnold INT
  • Alvin Kamara under 82.5 rushing and receiving yards
  • Odds: +518

This game means nothing, but at least everyone’s playing. This game will likely be ugly between two limited offenses and two decent defenses. It’s a game I want no part of, but I suspect Darnold will make a mistake against a strong Saints D. Things just haven’t panned out for Kamara, and I expect the struggles to continue against a Panthers defense still playing hard for interim Steve Wilks.

New England Patriots at Buffalo Bills (-7), Total 43.5

This is admittedly a really difficult game to handicap, as it’s hard to gauge the focus and mindset of the Bills following the Damar Hamlin tragedy. The good news is, Hamlin appears to be making a close to full recovery, which could ease the minds of his teammates. I expect Buffalo to play inspired and blow out a Patriots team that shouldn’t even be in the playoff hunt.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Atlanta Falcons (-4.5), Total 40.5

No props have been posted as nobody knows if Tampa Bay will sit Tom Brady and the starters. They’d be smart to, given their injury issues this year. But my guess is Brady and the starters play the first half, something we’ve seen precedent for throughout Brady’s career. I’d take the Bucs’ first-half moneyline and fade Atlanta’s offense otherwise.

Cleveland Browns at Pittsburgh Steelers (-2.5), Total 40.5

This has the makings of an AFC North slugfest, with neither offense having much potency. Pickett has done a good job protecting the ball during his rookie season, but Myles Garrett could change that Sunday. Cleveland may just ride Chubb to the finish line in the season finale, but Pittsburgh’s run defense has been stout.

Los Angeles Rams at Seattle Seahawks (-6), Total 41.5

The Rams are still competing and I trust Sean McVay to devise ways to move the ball against an atrocious Seahawks defense. Seattle is generally overvalued after beating a Jets team that was starting a limited Mike White at QB. Cam Akers has been on an impressive run to close the year and should be able to succeed against a horrendous Seattle run D.

Los Angeles Chargers at Denver Broncos (-3), Total 39.5

We have no props out on this game as it’s unclear whether Los Angeles will rest its starters. The line suggests they will. Assuming they do, I would lay the points with the Broncos and take an over on Russell Wilson’s passing yards, as he’ll look to end this season on a high note. I’d also take an over on Joshua Kelley’s rushing yardage prop against a susceptible Denver run defense.

New York Giants at Philadelphia Eagles (-14), Total 43.5

Oh look, another game with no props posted yet! We’re awaiting confirmation that Hurts will be back under center. But even so, I’m not sure how much Philly will push him. Like I wrote above, I like Philadelphia to jump out to a hot start before calling off the dogs.

Arizona Cardinals at San Francisco 49ers (-14), Total 39.5

Another game with complete uncertainty from a props perspective. San Francisco is still playing for seeding, but health may be more important. That being said, I’d expect Brock Purdy to play most if not all of this game as he desperately needs reps. I’d be willing to take the over on his passing props against a poor Arizona secondary.

My favorite prop in this game will be J.J. Watt to record a sack in his final NFL game. I’d also take the 14 with Arizona.

Dallas Cowboys (-7) at Washington Commanders, Total 40.5

Catching the theme here? The Commanders are going with Sam Howell under center. The Cowboys can still earn the No. 1 seed in the NFC with a win and an Eagles loss. However, it seems highly unlikely the Eagles will lose to New York. A Dallas first-half line could be worth playing, but otherwise, this game is a complete unknown. The under might be the best choice.

Detroit Lions at Green Bay Packers (-4.5), Total 49.5

Finally! A game that means something and has a prop menu! I have a sneaky suspicion that the Packers are about to make a run in the NFC, but it starts with beating a Detroit team that I simply think isn’t ready for this moment. Rodgers should be able to get his against a subpar Lions secondary. Swift had 11 carries in last week’s win over Chicago. If the Seahawks lose and Detroit has something to play for Sunday night, I’d expect the Lions’ coaching staff to let him loose.

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