NFL picks and predictions for Week 12
Lorenzo Reyes is back with his best bets for NFL Week 12.
The newly named Baltimore Ravens (8-3) face the Los Angeles Chargers (4-6) to conclude Sunday’s Week 12 game with a road game at SoFi Stadium.
Since the Kansas City Chiefs lost to the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday, the Ravens are at the top seed in the AFC playoffs. They took the throne with an electric offense led by quarterback Lamar Jackson. Heading into last week’s games, they bounced back from a loss to defeat their AFC North foe, the Cincinnati Bengals, 34-20. Jackson had two passing touchdowns and Odell Beckham Jr. had his best game of the season with four catches for 116 yards.
The Chargers have lost two straight games after blowing a lead against the Green Bay Packers, extending their decade-long losing streak at Lambeau Field. Quarterback Justin Herbert was the team’s leading rusher with eight carries for 73 yards.
Both teams lost key players to injuries last week. Ravens tight end Mark Andrews is most likely out for the season after suffering an ankle injury that will require surgery. Los Angeles lost star defenseman Joey Bosa to a foot injury and will likely be placed on injured reserve.
Will the Ravens be able to pick up another win? Or will the Chargers find enough resilience to defend their home turf?
PROP TALK: These are the best prop bets for NFL games this week
Chargers vs. Ravens Odds, Moneyline, Over/Under
According to BetMGM NFL odds, the Ravens are the favorites to win over the Chargers. Would you like to bet? Check out the best mobile sports betting apps offering NFL betting action in 2023, including the new ESPN BET app.
- Spread: Ravens (-3.5)
- Money line: Ravens (-185); Chargers (+150)
- Over/under: 48
Not interested in this game? Check out our NFL betting odds, tips and spreads guide for Thursday Night Football, Sunday Night Football and/or Monday Night Football odds.
If you are new to sports betting, don’t worry. We have tips for beginners on how to place a bet online. And USA TODAY readers can score exclusive promotions and bonus codes at these online sportsbooks and sports betting sites.
NFL playoff image: The Chiefs fall from the top tier of the AFC after losing to the Eagles
NFL Week 12 odds, predictions and picks
Lions vs Packers | Cowboys vs. Commander | Seahawks vs. 49ers | Jets vs. Dolphins | Hawks vs. Saints | Bengals vs Steelers | Texans vs Jaguars | Colts vs Buccaneers | Giants vs Patriots | Titans vs Panthers | Cardinals vs Rams | Broncos vs. Browns | Raiders vs Chiefs | Eagles vs Bills | Chargers vs Ravens | Vikings against bears
Lorenzo Reyes: Ravens 29, Chargers 23
Over the last five games, Baltimore has alternated between covering and non-covering spreads, so the inconsistency here must be weighed. But the Chargers lost and couldn’t cover their last two games. Los Angeles’ offense was disjointed and the Chargers’ problems were largely self-inflicted.
Tyler Dragon: Ravens 30, Chargers 23
Brandon Staley is in the hot seat after another 1-point loss. The Chargers have lost five games this season by a margin of three points or less. No other team has lost more than two such games. Baltimore has had a mini-bye since last Thursday’s game. Lamar Jackson and the Ravens could very well be the best team in the AFC. Expect the Ravens offense to take advantage of the Chargers’ terrible pass defense.
Safid Deen: Ravens 24, Chargers 20
The Chargers always play for their opponent. Until crunch time. I like Lamar Jackson and the Ravens to beat Justin Herbert and the Chargers in the fourth quarter, even without star tight end Mark Andrews.
Victoria Hernandez: Ravens 28, Chargers 23
The fact that Joey Bosa is out leaves the Chargers’ defense weak. That’s exactly what they don’t need against the Ravens’ potent offense. Lamar Jackson has so many tools that Odell Beckham Jr. just had his first 100-yard game of the season. The Ravens get the away win and remain successful throughout the season.
Jordan Mendoza: Ravens 34, Chargers 30
Los Angeles needs this win as the hot seat continues to burn under Brandon Staley. Baltimore will be without Mark Andrews, but the Chargers continue to give up points and without Joey Bosa it will be harder to stop Lamar Jackson. Another shootout takes place at SoFi Stadium, with the visiting team emerging victorious.
You can find USA TODAY’s full list of NFL expert predictions here.
NFL Week 11 Winners and Losers: Broncos return to prominence with the league’s best winning streak
NFL salaries: These are the highest paid NFL players
Gannett may earn revenue from sports betting operators for referring viewers to betting services. Sports betting providers have no influence on the newsrooms or reporting and are in no way dependent on these revenues. The General Terms and Conditions. The general terms and conditions can be found on the operator’s website. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available. Call the National Council on Problem Gambling 24 hours a day at 1-800-GAMBLER (NJ, OH), 1-800-522-4700 (CO), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800- 9- on. WITH-IT (IN). You must be at least 21 years old to play. Sports betting and gambling are not legal everywhere. Make sure you comply with the laws where you live.