It’s time to finish strong.
Last week I went 14-2 in a row – but only 8-8 against the spread. Simms was 13-3 and 10-6, respectively.
I have a three-game lead in a row, at 178-78-0. Sims is 175-81-0.
Against the spread, I am now at 143-108-5 and he is at 129-122-5.
In Week 18, we disagree on two straight games and six against the spread.
For all of our Week 18 picks, scroll down.
Browns vs. Ravens (-17.5)
The Ravens are trying to win the division title. The Browns are tanking.
Florio: Ravens, 34-7.
Sims: Ravens, 38-13.
Bengals (-2) at the Steelers
The Steelers exude a unique vibe.
Florio: Bengals, 27-23.
Sims: Bengals, 28-24.
Panthers vs Falcons (-8)
After missing their chance at the NFC South crown, the Falcons must hope the Bucs return the favor.
Florio: Falcons, 24-14.
Sims: Falcons, 27-17.
Commanders (-5) at Cowboys
The Commanders can avoid the Eagles in the wild card round, while the Cowboys could have opted out.
Florio: Commanders, 27-21.
Simms: Commanders, 24-21.
Bears at Packers (-10)
Green Bay needs to settle down after an ugly Week 17 against the Vikings. It would also be wise to avoid sliding to the No. 7 seed, which comes with a trip to Philadelphia.
Florio: Packers, 30-16 years old.
Sims: Packers, 31-14.
Jaguars at Colts (-4.5)
How bad are the Colts? Lose this one, and the answer is: “Pretty bad.”
Florio: Colts, 23-10.
Sims: Colts, 23-20.
Bills (-3) among the Patriots
The Bills will likely draw the starters. The Pats have a chance to end the season on a not-so-bad note.
Florio: Patriots, 20-13.
Sims: Patriots, 20-17.
Giants at Eagles (-2.5)
Last chance for the Giants to save their coach.
Florio: Giants, 24-17.
Sims: Giants, 17-14.
Saints at Buccaneers (-13.5)
A fourth straight NFC South crown is within reach.
Florio: Buccaneers, 35-17.
Simms: Buccaneers, 34-13.
Texans (-1) at the Titans
The Texans need to prove to themselves that they are not bad.
Florio: Texans, 24-13.
Sims: Texans, 28-13.
49ers at Cardinals (-4)
Flip a coin. Roll the dice. Finally, light a match.
Florio: Cardinals, 19-13.
Sims: Cardinals, 23-20.
Broncos Chiefs (-10.5)
By removing Patrick Mahomes, the Chiefs are giving the Broncos a big gift.
Florio: Broncos, 26-17.
Sims: Broncos, 20-17.
Seahawks (-6.5) at the Rams
The Rams choose to give Matthew Stafford a week off instead of avoiding the No. 5 seed in the wild-card round.
Florio: Seahawks, 23-20.
Sims: Seahawks, 24-13.
Chargers (-5) at Raiders
The Chargers still have a chance to avoid the Ravens in the wild-card round.
Florio: Chargers 30-17.
Simms: Chargers 30-17.
Dolphins (-1) at Jets
Did the Jets check? (I think they did.)
Florio: Dolphins, 20-10.
Sims: Jets, 21-17.
Vikings at Lions (-2.5)
Health compensates for home advantage.
Florio: Vikings, 30-27.
Sims: Lions, 31-28.