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Saturday Night NFL; Giants Last Hope For The Playoffs, Bettors Undecided

Team Page: New York :: Washington

50% of Bets Placed on Giants -1 | Matchup | Free NFL Picks | Forecast Animation | Hilton Handicapping Contest
Despite their uninspired play and continued collapse, the New York Giants are still in prime position to reach the playoffs and keep Tiki Barber's career going.

Various scenarios can get the Giants into the playoffs despite having lost six of seven since their 6-2 start, but winning on the road Saturday night against the Washington Redskins to end the regular season would provide the easiest route.

X-Mas NFL: Jets at Dolphins - Merry Christmas from theSPREAD.com

Team Page: New York :: Miami

65% of Bets Placed on Jets +2.5 | Matchup | Free NFL Picks | Forecast Animation | Hilton Handicapping Contest
Chad Pennington and Laveranues Coles each turned in one of their best performances of the season last week to keep the New York Jets in the playoff hunt. They're both hoping to get the chance to do it again versus one of their favorite opponents.

The Jets look to beat the Miami Dolphins for the second time this season when the AFC East rivals meet Monday night at Dolphin Stadium.

Has Oakland Thrown in The Towel? Public Bettors Are Saying Yes!

Team Page: Kansas City :: Oakland

80% of Bets Placed on Chiefs -7 | Matchup | Free NFL Picks | Forecast Animation | Hilton Handicapping Contest
The Kansas City Chiefs are frustrated, their playoff hopes likely gone.

They'll try to stop a three-game losing streak when they visit the struggling Oakland Raiders on Saturday night.

Oddsmakers have made Kansas City -7 point spread favorites (NFL Odds) for Saturday's game, the over/under has been set at 36 total points (NFL Sports Books).

Who's Worse? Public Bettors Say Vikings, But it's Close...

Team Page: Minnesota :: Green Bay

69% of Bets Placed on Packers -3.5 | Matchup | Free NFL Picks | Forecast Animation | Hilton Handicapping Contest
Though he hasn't decided about retirement and probably won't until the season is over, Brett Favre could be playing his final game at Lambeau Field on Thursday night. Tarvaris Jackson hopes it's the first of many for him.

Oddsmakers have made Green Bay -3.5 point spread favorites (NFL Odds) for Sunday's game, the over/under has been set at 37 total points (NFL Sports Books).

Colts Defense Steps Up and Prevents Fourth Straight Loss

Team Page: Cincinnati :: Indianapolis

Peyton Manning felt cuddly warm thanks to his favorite receiver.

Of course, Manning to Marvin Harrison is the surest way to get the Indianapolis Colts out of a funk.

The most prolific passing duo in NFL history tore apart the Cincinnati Bengals, combining for three touchdowns in a 34-16 victory Monday night.

``When your backs are against the wall, you go to that old blanket,'' Manning said. ``I'm thankful for those guys every day. Without those two, Marvin and Reggie (Wayne) ...