It’s crunch time in the NFL for teams and bettors. There are a lot of teams who are in the playoff hunt. There are other teams that do not have a chance, but these teams still have betting value in Week 16.
It’s very hard to bet on teams that are playing for nothing in Week 16. It’s also tough to wager franchises that have a lot on the line. This is where teasers come into play because they adjust the spread in our favor.
Here are my favorite teaser bets for Week 16!
NFL 6-Point Teaser Picks for Week 16
Colts vs. Cardinals Predictions
Best Bet: Indianapolis Colts +1.5 to +7.5
The Indianapolis Colts are turning into one of the scariest teams in football. In December, great teams are able to run the football. This is exactly what the Colts have done lately behind Jonathan Taylor.
I think the Cardinals will come out on fire after losing to the Lions last week. Yet, this is still going to be a close game. Indianapolis is coming off a blowout over the Patriots. They also have a playoff spot on the line.
Ravens vs. Bengals Predictions
Best Bet: Baltimore Ravens +3 to +9
The Ravens are going to have a tough time winning this matchup. However, they have been reliable against the spread, even with massive injuries. The Bengals are very inconsistent, especially on offense.
This plays to the advantage of the Ravens if they can keep Cincinnati out of the endzone.
Best Bet: Detroit Lions +6 to +12
The Lions are 9-5 ATS this season. They are looking for their third win in four weeks. They will play a very beatable Falcons team on Sunday.
Tim Boyle will likely start at quarterback, and he is 1-0 ATS as a starter. The Lions’ momentum will help them cover with the teaser on Sunday.
NFL 10-Point Teaser Picks for Week 16
Buccaneers vs. Panthers Predictions
Best Bet: Tampa Bay Buccaneers -10 to PK
Tom Brady was shut out for the first time in 255 consecutive starts in Week 15 against New Orleans. Brady is the best quarterback in football to bet following a loss. This is especially true against a team as bad as the Panthers.
Carolina is awful with Cam Newton starting at quarterback. He can barely throw the football.
Chargers vs. Texans Predictions
Best Bet: Los Angeles Chargers -10.5 to -0.5
The Chargers are starting to gain momentum heading into the playoffs. With the tease, all they have to do is beat the Texans. Houston is not a good football team, and I like LA at -10.5.
This is significant because 10.5 is a terrible number to lay. The tease makes this very close to a lock on Sunday.
Bills vs. Patriots Predictions
Best Bet: Buffalo Bills +1.5 to +11.5
The Buffalo Bills may not win on Sunday, but they will not lose by double digits. The Patriots and Bills will compete for the AFC East title on Sunday.
New England won the first matchup by a 14-10 margin. The Bills are looking for revenge. I think they will find it on Sunday.
Best of luck with your Week 16 NFL wagers.