The 2024 NFL season is down to its final games, and analysts are making their bold predictions. For Week 17, we have a stacked slate of matchups that promise excitement and drama.
First up, the Denver Broncos will face off against the Cincinnati Bengals, with Bo Nix leading the charge. Nix is expected to rack up 400-plus passing yards and be involved in four touchdowns as the Broncos win a shootout.
In another crucial game, Detroit’s Jahmyr Gibbs will look to shine against San Francisco’s weak run defense. Gibbs’ workload near the goal line should be substantial, and he’ll likely score a trio of touchdowns.
The Packers and Vikings are set for an epic battle on Sunday, with eight combined passing touchdowns expected. Jordan Love and Sam Darnold will engage in a back-and-forth duel, spreading the wealth across both rosters.
While it’s unlikely the Falcons and Commanders will match the 90-point output from Week 15, their matchup promises to be thrilling, with Michael Penix Jr. and Jayden Daniels facing off as rookie QBs. The Bills and Lions’ game also had a notable impact in Week 15, but this week’s contest may not reach that same level.
Running back Jonathan Taylor is poised for another standout performance against the struggling Giants defense. He’ll look to build on his impressive showing from last week, which helped some managers reach their fantasy championships.
The 49ers have struggled to find the end zone with key players absent, but they’ll face a Lions defense depleted by injury. George Kittle and Deebo Samuel will look to break out of their slump, with both players scoring multiple touchdowns.
Finally, Michael Penix Jr. is set for a huge test against the Washington Commanders, one of the toughest teams on his schedule so far. Despite struggling in his previous game, Penix Jr. should find success with his veteran pass catchers, potentially outperforming rookie Jayden Daniels.
Source: https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-week-17-bold-predictions-bo-nix-dices-up-bengals-in-shootout-jonathan-taylor-s-big-encore