NFL Picks and Predictions – Week 13

Oct 27, 2013; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Arizona Cardinals running back Andre Ellington (38) tires to break a tackle from Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker Paul Worrilow (55) during the first half at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports

Cardinals at Falcons

Both of these teams are leading their divisions and are fighting to hold on to their leads.  The Falcons have a losing record at 4-7 head coach Mike Smith is on the hot seat, and yet they still have a chance to win the division.  The Cardinals are weakened at quarterback and are relying on former backup Drew Stanton.

However, the Cardinals are the better coached better prepared team, and even though the Falcons are at home, I think the Cardinals will end up getting the win on the road.

Winner:  Cardinals

Score prediction:       26-23  Cardinals   

Points spread:      Cardinals -2.5

Over/under:  45 – Over

4:05 pm – Fox