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ALEX MCMAHON’S GUIDE TO THE £200,000 NFL PICK7

ALEX MCMAHON’S GUIDE TO THE £200,000 NFL PICK7

Unfortunately, he didn’t quite call of last week’s results correctly… but this is a new week and our resident NFL tipster Alex McMahon is back to win the jackpot! With the opportunity to win £100,000 and a £100,000 bonus, it would be foolish to pass on this chance to get involved in our coupon. Here are Alex’s tips for this weekend’s action.

Buffalo Bills @ Washington Redskins
The Bills are rapidly slipping out of playoff contention and only a win over the Redskins will keep their postseason hopes alive. However, Washington have their own battle to secure the NFC East title and will be eager to impress in front of their home fans.

Kirk Cousins has been a breath of fresh air at Washington this season and has been the key reason for their vast improvement. With DeSean Jackson, Pierre Garcon and Jordan Reed in the roster, Washington have plenty of offensive weapons and should exploit a half-hearted Buffalo side.
SELECTION: Washington by 7-12

Carolina Panthers @ New York Giants
The Panthers are currently 13-0 so I’ll be backing them right? Wrong! Cam Newton and co have been outstanding so far this season but this could be one step too far for Carolina. Last weekend, they suffered numerous injury problems and Ron Rivera may not risk his star men in this clash.

Odell Beckham vs Josh Norman will be an intriguing contest and the Giants will be relying on their wide receiver to win this personal battle. If Beckham performs well, New York will win – it really is as simple as that.
SELECTION: New York by 1-6

 

Chicago Bears @ Minnesota Vikings
Divisional fixtures are always the hardest to predict and this NFC North clash is no different. Chicago have been much improved this season while the Vikings started well but have struggled in recent weeks.

Minnesota is a difficult place to go at any time of year, however it is notoriously hostile in December. Adrian Peterson is in the hunt to finish as the NFL’s top rusher this season and the Vikings star will be key once again. If Chicago can slow Peterson down, they could sneak it. If not, Minnesota may run away with this one.
SELECTION: Chicago by 1-6 OR Minnesota by 13-18

Denver Broncos @ Pittsburgh Steelers
The Denver Broncos were beaten at home by the Oakland Raiders last weekend… that never happens. This week, I’m fully expecting Denver to bounce back, however they may still struggle to cope with Pittsburgh’s high-powered offense.

When Le’Veon Bell was ruled out for the entire 2015 season, many dismissed Pittsburgh’s chances. In the last four weeks, they have scored more points and recorded more offensive yards than any other team in the league. This game will be close and a defensive lapse in concentration from either side could be the difference.
SELECTION: Denver by 1-6 OR Pittsburgh by 1-6

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Miami Dolphins @ San Diego Chargers
Both of these teams have losing records this season and it is incredibly difficult to pick a winner. Heading into the season, Miami were widely regarded as potential playoff candidate while the Chargers were touted as Denver’s main challengers – oh, how wrong we all were…

13 games later, Miami are 5-8 and San Diego are 3-10 for the season. To be fair, the Chargers have been hindered by injuries on offense and the Dolphins are in transition after a number of coaching changes earlier this season. Based purely on their better record, I’ll take the Dolphins to sneak this one.
SELECTION: Miami by 1-6

Arizona Cardinals @ Philadelphia Eagles
Arizona control their own destiny this season and are looking to secure a first-week bye in the playoffs. Meanwhile, Chip Kelly’s Philadelphia side have been very inconsistent this season; one week, they’re losing to Detroit and then beating New England the next.

It is becoming extremely difficult to predict Philadelphia’s matches, however it’s a much easier decision this week. You HAVE to go with the 11-2 Cardinals in this clash. Arizona may well be the most complete side in the NFL and will be a major threat throughout the playoffs, especially if they secure that first-week bye.
SELECTION: Arizona by 1-6 OR 7-12

Detroit Lions @ New Orleans Saints
New Orleans won’t feature in the playoffs this year but Sean Payton’s side will be keen to put on a show for their passionate supporters. Drew Brees has performed admirably at home this season and it wouldn’t be a huge surprise to see the veteran quarterback exploit Detroit’s secondary on more than one occasion in this clash.

Meanwhile, the Lions have picked up their form since losing to the Kansas City Chiefs at Wembley Stadium in November. Detroit have shown plenty of promise in the second half of the season and Jim Caldwell’s men are now playing for pride. Unfortunately, that won’t be enough for them against the likes of Brandin Cooks, Marques Colston and Benjamin Watson.
SELECTION: New Orleans by 1-6 OR 7-12

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