NFL Week 12 Recap and Week 13 Preview: Key Scores and Matchups

In the latest round of NFL games, several key matchups highlighted the competitive landscape of the league. In Week 12, notable games included the Baltimore Ravens defeating the Los Angeles Chargers 30-23, the Philadelphia Eagles beating the Los Angeles Rams 37-20, and the Green Bay Packers dominating the San Francisco 49ers 38-10.

Looking ahead to Week 13, several intriguing matchups are set to shape the playoff picture. The Buffalo Bills, who have been on a strong run, are favored to beat the San Francisco 49ers by a significant margin. SportsLine expert Eric Cohen predicts the Bills will win 31-17, citing the Bills’ strong offense and home field advantage.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are also expected to perform well, with the model predicting they will beat the Carolina Panthers 29-18. The Buccaneers have a strong rushing attack and face a Panthers defense that struggles against the run.

In another significant matchup, the Cincinnati Bengals, led by quarterback Joe Burrow and wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase, will host the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Bengals need a win to keep their playoff hopes alive, but they face a tough challenge against the AFC North leaders.

The Week 13 schedule also includes cross-conference matchups such as the Eagles vs. Ravens and the Seahawks vs. Jets, which could have major implications for the playoff standings. The Seahawks are favored against the Jets, who have struggled recently, losing seven of their last eight games.