Steelers sneak into the playoffs in week 18 NFL game predictions

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - JANUARY 01: Kenny Pickett #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers scrambles and runs against Justin Houston #50 of the Baltimore Ravens during an NFL football game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium on January 01, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - JANUARY 01: Kenny Pickett #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers scrambles and runs against Justin Houston #50 of the Baltimore Ravens during an NFL football game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium on January 01, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)
5 of 6
Fletcher Cox #91 of the Philadelphia Eagles tackles Saquon Barkley #26 of the New York Giants. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
Fletcher Cox #91 of the Philadelphia Eagles tackles Saquon Barkley #26 of the New York Giants. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

New York Giants (9-6-1) vs Philadelphia Eagles (13-3), Sunday at 4:25 P.M. EST

Prediction: Eagles 28, Giants 21

Philadelphia is trying to wrap a bow on the number one seed in the NFC, while the Giants are stuck in the sixth spot. Most believe that the Giants will rest starters as the Eagles try and see if Jalen Hurts can play in this one. Expect the Eagles to win this one, even if Hurts cannot suit up again. one thing that has become concerning is the defense of Philadelphia as they continue to give up lots of points recently.

Dallas Cowboys (12-4) vs Washington Commanders (7-8-1), Sunday at 4:25 P.M. EST

Prediction: Dallas 27, Commanders 16

Sam Howell is thrown into the fire this week as the rookie gets his first start in the NFL. Dallas is still holding onto hope that they can try and clinch home-field advantage in the playoffs if they get the necessary help. Washington had a good stretch this year, but they have fallen off quickly. Another loss here has to make you wonder if the Commanders consider a coaching change.

LA Chargers (10-6) vs Denver Broncos (4-12), Sunday at 4:25 P.M. EST

Prediction: Broncos 21, Chargers 19

Things are pointing to the Chargers resting their starters as there is little room for improvement in regard to a playoff seeding. It should still be a close game as Denver continues to show that they are a disappointment around the league. The Broncos finish on a good note here with a win over a rival.

Schedule