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Packers (7-3) @ Falcons (8-2), 1:00PM ET, Sunday
If there’s one game you don’t want to miss this week in the NFL, it has to be Packers-Falcons. Both teams are fighting for the top spot in the NFC and both are white-hot. Aaron Rodgers (214 of 334, 2,601 yards, 19 TDs) and Matt Ryan (238-377, 2,518 yards, 18 TDs) have similar numbers to date and it wouldn’t be surprising to see this game come down to the play of these two quarterbacks. The Packers have the edge defensively but the Falcons’ ground attack can wear down opponents in the second half. This one should come down to the wire.
CURRENT ODDS: FALCONS –1

Chargers (5-5) @ Colts (6-4), 8:20PM ET, Sunday
Most matchups that feature a 5-5 team against a 6-4 squad don’t make the top games list. But this one could potentially turn the AFC playoff picture on its head if San Diego can muster a huge road win. The Chargers have won three in a row and the Colts are undefeated at home this year. Injuries have left the Colts vulnerable, but they’ve played incredibly well defensively at home while getting the best of quarterbacks such as Matt Schaub and Carson Palmer. Can Philip Rivers continue his MVP-like play and lead the Bolts to victory or will Indy start to turn things around with another home win?
CURRENT ODDS: COLTS –3

Eagles (7-3) @ Bears (7-3), 4:15PM ET, Sunday
Put up or shut up time for the Bears. They don’t appreciate the media constantly calling them “lucky” and a win this Sunday would certainly silence their critics. But if they allow Michael Vick and company to roll into Solider Field and dominant, then they’ll have to put up with everyone calling them pretenders. With the Packers facing a tough road test in Atlanta this week, a win coupled with a Green Bay loss would go a long way for Chicago, which has already beaten its NFC North foes once this year. For the Eagles, many people believe that they’re the team to beat in the NFC but a loss coupled with a Giants’ win over the Jaguars and the East will be in a deadlock once again (at least record wise; the Eagles would still hold the tie breaker after beating New York last Sunday).
CURRENT ODDS: EAGLES -3.5

Saints (7-3) @ Cowboys (3-7), 4:15PM ET, Thursday
We can’t go through the top games this week without mentioning at least one of the three Thanksgiving games, although there’s an argument to be made that Bucs-Ravens is a better matchup. Even though Dallas is sitting at 3-7, this game is definitely the best of the Turkey Day trio. The ‘Boys have won two straight under interim coach Jason Garrett and are starting to play up to their potential (albeit a couple months late). But the Saints will be seeking revenge after Dallas crushed them at home last year and New Orleans is starting to heat up again. Can Jon Kitna continue to play well or will Jerry Jones have to endure another beating at Cowboys Stadium?
CURRENT ODDS: SAINTS –3.5

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Bucs (5-2) @ Falcons (5-2), 1:00PM ET
Who would have thought in preseason that the winner of this game would be in first place in the NFC South heading into the second half of the season? Raheem Morris rolled some eyes when he said that the Bucs were the best team in the NFC two weeks ago, but nobody will be laughing if they can beat the Falcons this Sunday. For his career, Matt Ryan has only lost once at the Georgia Dome (his rookie year against the Broncos) and Atlanta had the luxury of having last week off. Look for both of these teams to try and shove the ball down each others’ throats and allow their defense to win the game. Expect a steady dose of LeGarrette Blount and Michael Turner this week.
CURRENT ODDS: FALCONS –9

Dolphins (4-3) @ Ravens (5-2), 1:00PM ET
The Ravens are coming off a bye and the Dolphins are coming off yet another road win. Miami is now 4-0 on the road this season, which is amazing considering its 0-3 at home. The Joe Flacco-Anquan Boldin connection has been outstanding this year, but Baltimore would love to get Ray Rice more touches if he’s healthy (he’s battled nagging injuries for most of the year). The Dolphins are still searching for more consistency from quarterback Chad Henne, especially in the red zone. Brandon Marshall has 47 catches for 588 yards, but has only reached paydirt once. Henne may be able to take advantage of a Baltimore defense that has allowed 57 points in their last two games.
CURRENT ODDS: RAVENS –5

Colts (5-2) @ Eagles (4-3), 4:15PM ET
We’re going to find out just how good this Eagles team is when Peyton Manning comes to town this Sunday. Michael Vick should be back after suffering a rib injury several weeks ago, but the onus this weekend will be on Philly’s defense. Indy is depleted offensively, but Manning is a master at taking what the defense gives him and moving the ball methodically up the field. If the Eagles can’t figure out a way to control the clock and keep Manning on the sidelines, then they’re going to be in for a long afternoon. Philly needs a win to avoid dropping to .500 and perhaps multiple games behind the Giants in the NFC East.
CURRENT ODDS: EAGLES –2.5

Chiefs (5-2) @ Raiders (4-4), 4:15PM ET
Who would have thought that this game would be so important early in the year? The Raiders have won two straight by a combined score of 92-17, while the Chiefs struggled against the Bills but managed to come out victorious in order to improve to 5-2. Kansas City is just 1-2 on the road this year, while Oakland is 3-1 at home. If the Chiefs are for real, they have to be able to beat a divisional opponent on the road. The Raiders are hot, but they’re still the Raiders. Consistency is not one of their strong suits.
CURRENT ODDS: RAIDERS -3

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Eagles (4-2) @ Titans (4-2), 1:00PM ET
One of these four-win teams will have the opportunity to make a statement with a victory this Sunday. Both teams are playoff contenders in their respective conferences, but both also have unanswered questions at the moment. Will Michael Vick regain his starting duties once he’s healthy again or will a hot Kevin Kolb retain the job? Can the Titans play with consistency? Is Vince Young’s knee fine after he was twisted like a pretzel in Monday night’s win over Jacksonville? Whichever team wins this game will look under-the-radar dangerous at 5-2.
CURRENT ODDS: TITANS -3

Steelers (4-1) @ Dolphins (3-2), 1:00PM ET
Big Ben shook off the rust in the first half last Sunday and wound up throwing for three touchdowns against the Browns in his return to the field. He’ll get a stiffer challenge this weekend in Miami against a Dolphin defense that has flustered quarterbacks at times this season. It’ll be interesting to see if Pittsburgh starts to slowly reduce Rashard Mendenhall’s carries seeing as how he’s on pace for 370-plus. This game will also be a great challenge for Chad Henne, who must be more consistent if the Dolphins are going to push for a playoff spot this year. What better way to prove yourself then against the best defense in the league?
CURRENT ODDS: STEELERS –3

Vikings (2-3) @ Packers (3-3), 8:20PM ET
This is an enormous game for the Packers. The Vikings are on the verge of getting back into the NFC North race and you know Lord Favre would love to make a statement in Green Bay. The Pack are incredibly banged up, but there’s no sense using injuries as a crutch anymore. The players that are in there now have to step up and beat a divisional foe that is looking to get on a run. The Packers certainly have the tools in the secondary to slow Randy Moss and Percy Harvin, but the front seven needs to control Adrian Peterson or else they’ll create passing windows for Favre. If the Packers lose and drop to 3-4, their season may continue to spiral downward. They need to make a statement.
CURRENT ODDS: PACKERS –2.5

Giants (4-2) @ Cowboys (1-4), 8:30PM ET, Monday
We’ll find out quickly what kind of stones the Cowboys have when they take on a surging G-Men team on Monday Night Football. This is a Dallas team that has beaten itself in every game outside of their win against the Texans in Houston. If they can’t cut down on the mental mistakes and penalties, then they’ll continue to unravel. On the other side, the Giants obviously want to keep pace with the Eagles in the NFC East, but more importantly they need to beat a divisional opponent on the road. Teams usually don’t make the playoffs when they can’t win within their division, so this is another big test for New York. The last time they went on the road to play on national television, the Colts embarrassed them in Week 2. They can all but erase that loss with a win in Big D.
CURRENT ODDS: COWBOYS -3

2010 NFL Week 7 Point Spreads & Over/Under Totals:

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Along with the odds for Week 4 in the NFL, here’s a look at some of the marquee matchups this weekend.

Ravens at. Steelers, 1:00PM ET
The highlight of the Week 4 schedule takes place in Pittsburgh this Sunday as the Steelers host the Ravens at 1:00PM ET. Charlie Batch threw three touchdown passes in Pittsburgh’s win over the Bucs last weekend, but should find it much tougher to move the ball on a stingy Baltimore defense. That said, while the Ravens’ offense looked good for the first time this season in Week 3, the defense struggled against the punchless Browns. On the injury front, Ray Rice is dealing with a bruised knee and didn’t practice on Wednesday. His status for Sunday’s game against the Steelers is up in the air.
ODDS: STEELERS –1

Redskins at. Eagles, 4:15PM ET
There will be plenty of intrigue in Philadelphia this Sunday when Donovan McNabb returns to his old stomping grounds as a member of the Redskins. The other storyline in this game is whether or not Michael Vick can continue his assault on NFL defenses. The former No. 1 overall pick has played at a Pro Bowl level so far this season, but this will be the toughest defense he has faced to date. The Skins’ win over the Cowboys in Week 1 seems like a distant memory, although a win over their division rivals will put them right back on track after losing two straight.
ODDS: EAGLES -6

Bears at. Giants, 8:20PM ET
Two teams heading in different directions will square off at the new Meadowlands this Sunday night when the Giants host the Bears. After winning their opener, New York has dropped its last two games in embarrassing fashion. The G-Men were routed in Indianapolis in Week 2 and managed to lose last week despite outgaining the Titans in almost every offensive category. The Bears, on the other hand, are 3-0 and are versed in causing turnovers. New York desperately needs a win to get back on track.
ODDS: GIANTS –4

Patriots at. Dolphins, 8:30PM ET Monday
The Dolphins will take on an AFC East Division rival for the second straight week after losing at home to the Jets last Sunday night. Miami’s defense didn’t play particularly well against New York, which must have Tom Brady and Co. licking their chops. Of course, if New England plays as poorly defensively this week as they did last Sunday against the Bills, then this game could wind up being a shootout. (The total is sitting at 46.5, so obviously oddsmakers are already prepared for that.)
ODDS: DOLPHINS +1

Below are the point spreads for all the games in Week 4.

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