Week 14 of the 2024 NFL season is underway after a thriller on “Thursday Night Football” in which the Detroit Lions hung on to defeat the Green Bay Packers 34-31 with a buzzer-beating field goal.
Could the rest of Week 14 be just as exciting? Here is how the remaining Week 14 slate could unfold with increased levels of stunning outcomes in our latest iteration of our CBS Sports bold predictions.
1. chargers snap six-game losing streak vs. Chiefs
The Kansas City Chiefs have been the bogeyman of the AFC West since they are on the precipice of clinching their ninth consecutive division title for the second-longest division title winning streak in NFL history. Only the Tom Brady-Bill Belichick New England Patriots dynasty teams (11 in a row from 2009-2019) have a longer such streak.
However, the Los Angeles Chargers will deny the Chiefs a party at Arrowhead Stadium Sunday night by snapping a six-game losing streak against the two-time defending Super Bowl champions. Patrick Mahomes and Co. have been begging to lose week in and week out despite starting 11-1 in 2024. They have the worst point differential (+54) by a team starting 11-1 or better in NFL history, per CBS Sports Research, and they have won 75% of their games (9 of 12) by seven or fewer points. That’s the most of any team in NFL history through 12 games.
Playing like that against the Chargers No. 1 scoring defense,which is allowing an NFL-low 15.7 points per game, and quarterback Justin Herbert, who leads the NFL in touchdown to interception ratio (13 to 1), is asking for trouble. Having a quarterback who has gone over 300 consecutive pass attempts without an interception (305 to be exact) along with the league’s top scoring defense is a winning formula. It’s also a formula that could potentially knock off a Chiefs team daring another squad, outside of the Buffalo Bills, to beat them.
2. Rams stun Bills to snap buffalo’s seven-game winning streak
Los angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has found his groove. He threw nine touchdowns to seven interceptions in the Rams’ first nine games of the year, but in the last three weeks—two of which have resulted in Los Angeles victories—Stafford has thrown for eight touchdowns and no picks.
On the other side of this Week 14 matchup in Los Angeles, buffalo Bills quarterback Josh allen is playing the most efficient football of his career in 2024 with career-lows in turnover rate (1.8%) and sack rate (3.5%) to go along with his shortest average pass length (7.6) and quickest time to throw (2.83 seconds) of his career. Though, he faces a challenge from Rams rookie edge rusher Jared Verse, whose 55 quarterback pressures rank as the fourth-most in the NFL, alongside a youthful Los angeles pass rush boasting Byron Young (six sacks), Braden Fiske (six sacks), and Kobie Turner (five sacks).
Stafford and the Rams’ youthful pass rush will combine to snap the Bills’ seven-game winning streak in Week 14.
3. Cardinals snap six-game losing streak vs.Seahawks
Seattle has won six in a row against the Cardinals, including three straight in Arizona, but that streak is expected to end when the Cardinals secure a crucial home win to reclaim first place in the NFC West.
Entering their Week 11 bye, the Cardinals were soaring and on a four-game winning streak, boasting a 6-4 record and sole ownership of first place in the NFC West. however, they have since lost their last two games, suffering a 16-6 defeat at the Seahawks in Week 12 and a deflating 23-22 road loss at the Vikings, a game in which they led 19-6 late in the third quarter.
Yes, the Seahawks’ defense has started to excel over the last three weeks, but Murray and Co. will overcome Mike Macdonald’s emerging unit to win their first game against Seattle in seven tries.
Seahawks defense, last three games
PPG Allowed | 14.7 | 2nd |
Plays of 25+ Yards Allowed | 1 | 1st |
Yards/Play Allowed | 4.8 | 4th |
4. Saints WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling catches receiving TD of 25 or more yards in fourth consecutive game at Giants
Since entering the New Orleans Saints starting lineup in Week 9, wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling has been electrifying. He is the second player in Saints history with four receiving touchdowns in his first four games with the team, joining Donte’ Stallworth per CBS Sports Research. MVS is also one of only three players with a receiving touchdown of 25 or more yards in three consecutive games this season, alongside Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase and Titans wide receiver Nick Westbrook-Ikhine.
Despite facing a Giants defense that has surrendered only two receiving touchdowns of 25 or more air yards this season (tied for the 10th-fewest in the NFL), Valdes-Scantling is expected to extend his streak to five games in a row on Sunday in MetLife Stadium.
5. T.J.Watt goes sackless against Jameis Winston
Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro edge rusher T.J. Watt is regarded as one of the best pass rushers in NFL history, ranking first all-time in sacks per game with an average of nearly one per game (0.91). However, he is predicted to go sackless in the rematch against Jameis Winston, just as he did two weeks ago in Week 12, which is a bold prediction given Watt’s historic pass rush production.
Winston,known for his unorthodox playing style,is the only player in NFL history with multiple games of 400 or more passing yards,four or more passing touchdowns,and three or more interceptions. His unique movements could allow him to evade Watt’s pressure once again in this season’s matchup.
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Time.news Interview: NFL Week 14 Highlights
Editor: Welcome,everyone. Today we have a special guest,former NFL coach and sports analyst,Coach alex Turner,to discuss the thrilling action in Week 14 of the NFL season. Coach, thanks for joining us!
Coach Turner: Thanks for having me! Exciting times in the NFL right now, without a doubt.
Editor: Let’s dive right in! Last night, we witnessed an incredible finish with the detroit Lions edging out the Green Bay Packers 34-31.What were your thoughts on that game?
coach Turner: That game was a rollercoaster! The Lions showed incredible resilience. Their offence was clicking, and that last-minute field goal was just phenomenal. It really highlighted how clutch they can be under pressure.The Packers are always a tough opponent, but the Lions are proving they’re a force to be reckoned with this season.
Editor: Absolutely! Now looking ahead to the rest of Week 14, there’s buzz around the Los Angeles Chargers potentially ending their six-game losing streak against the Kansas City Chiefs. What’s your take on that matchup?
Coach turner: It’s going to be fascinating to see how the Chargers approach this game. Despite their recent struggles against the Chiefs, they have a solid defense and Justin Herbert has been very extraordinary, especially with that stellar touchdown-to-interception ratio. The chiefs have been finding ways to win, but this is the kind of game where everything aligns for the Chargers to pull off an upset. If their defense can contain Mahomes, they might just pull it off.
Editor: Speaking of impressive performances, Matthew Stafford of the Rams seems to have turned a corner lately. what do you think has contributed to his turnaround?
Coach Turner: Stafford has finally found his rhythm. He struggled earlier this season, but in the last few weeks, he’s been playing with confidence and efficiency. A big part of that is his decision-making—he’s stopped forcing the ball into challenging situations. The Rams are hitting their stride at the right time,and if he continues at this pace,they could very well snap the Bills’ winning streak.
Editor: The Bills have been dominant, with quarterback Josh Allen playing some of the best football of his career. How do you see this matchup unfolding given their current form?
Coach Turner: The Bills’ offense has been highly efficient, and Allen is doing a great job limiting turnovers. But if the Rams can pressure him and disrupt that rhythm, they could challenge that streak. It’s about whether Allen can maintain that efficiency against a Rams defense that has shown they can be tough.
Editor: Lastly, looking at the broader landscape of the league, how do you feel about the Chiefs’ potential to clinch yet another division title despite not dominating like in previous years?
Coach Turner: it’s a testament to the strength of their overall team and coaching. Even when they’re not at their best, they find ways to win, but there’s something to be said about their close games—it could catch up to them. Teams are starting to figure them out, and with the Chargers and Bills challenging them, it’ll be engaging to see if they can hold onto their division lead.
Editor: Thanks, Coach Turner, for your insights. It sounds like we’re in for an electrifying end to the regular season. We appreciate your time!
Coach Turner: Always a pleasure! I can’t wait to see how everything unfolds. Football is always full of surprises!