NFL Week 17 odds, predictions, expert picks: Will 49ers edge out Bears en route to No. 1 seed? Can Jags cover?

The holiday season is upon us, and that coincides with the action across the NFL ramping up with just two weeks remaining in the 2025 regular season. As we head toward the finish line, plenty still needs to be determined,

What are NFL best bets for Week 16? We asked our experts for top predictions, player props

NFL Week 16 has arrived and we asked USA TODAY Sports' staff for their top bets for the entire NFL slate. Here are their picks and predictions.

NFL experts make surprising prediction for Chargers-Texans AFC showdown

Four of USA Today's six expert prognosticators are predicting the Los Angeles Chargers will lose Sunday at home against the Houston Texans.

Bears Week 17 playoff rooting guide: How to win NFC North, No. 1 seed

A Bears win over the 49ers or a Packers loss to the Ravens would secure the division for Chicago. Chicago is one of four teams competing for the NFC's No. 1 seed and a first-round bye. The Chicago Bears will make their first playoff appearance since 2020 after clinching a postseason berth last week,
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Jets vs. Patriots: 5 things to watch for in Week 17

And once the battle arrives, there will be a few particular things to keep in mind to look out for. With that, here are five things to watch for during the Jets (3-12) and Patriots (12-3) clash in Week 17: The 2025 NFL season as far as MetLife Stadum is concerned will be closed out on Sunday.

5 things to watch in Sunday night’s Chicago Bears-San Francisco 49ers game — plus our Week 17 predictions

If the Chicago Bears can dare to dream of making it as far as Super Bowl LX, the path begins with their first trip to host venue Levi’s Stadium.
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