NFLN has the television coverage for this Broncos vs. Patriots matchup. Kickoff takes place at 8:15 on Sunday, December 24th. This week 16 NFL showdown is being played at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver CO. t

NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS VS DENVER BRONCOS BETTING PICK

The Pick: New England Patriots +6.5

This game will be played at Empower Field at Mile High at 8:15 ET on Sunday, December 24th.

WHY BET THE NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS:

  • We have this one finishing with a projected score of 21-20 in favor of the Broncos.
  • Our projections have Russell Wilson finishing with 246.45 passing yards on 22.54/37.284 passing.
  • The Broncos are projected to finish with 322 yards of offense compared to the 323 yards for the Patriots.

Will the Patriots Win in Denver?

Taking a glance at the AFC-East standings, the Patriots are 4th with a record of 3-11. Within the AFC, New England is currently in 16th place as they enter week 16. Looking at the Patriots’ scoring margin so far, it currently stands at -8.1. This has led to an ATS record of 3-10-1.

So far this season, the New England offense has been averaging 13.3 points per game, ranking them 29th in the league. In the passing game, the Patriots are averaging 186.9 passing yards per game, which is 26th in the league. So far, 57.7% of their first downs have come through the passing game.

The Patriots have been running the ball an average of 24.9 times per game and currently hold the 25th spot in the league in rushing yards. Their average yards per rushing attempt is 3.9.

Defensively, the Patriots come into the game allowing an average of 223.4 passing yards per game and 84.9 rushing yards. When it comes to sacks, New England ranks 15th among other defenses. Overall, they are giving up 21.4 points on 308.3 yards.

Pressure Builds for Denver as Home Favorites

This season, the Broncos hold the 2nd position in the AFC-West with an overall record of 7-7. In non-conference games, they have a record of 3-2, and in AFC action, they are 4-5. Looking at the Broncos’ scoring margin so far, it currently stands at -3.4. This has led to an ATS record of 5-8-1.

On offense, the Broncos are at 21.7 points per game, putting them 14th in the NFL. Looking at their passing game, the Broncos come in with an average of 187.1 passing yards per game, which is 25th in the league. Presently, 50.2% of their first downs are credited to the passing game.

Per attempt, the Broncos are averaging 4.3 yards while carrying the ball an average of 26.8 times per contest. In terms of yardage, they are 14th in the league.

On the defensive side of the ball, the Broncos give up an average of 235.5 passing yards and 146.9 rushing yards per game. Looking at their sack numbers, Denver is currently ranked 11th in the league. So far, they are giving up 25.1 points per game and 382.4 yards.