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Are you looking for a vote of confidence when picking game scores, spreads and over/unders? Let me be that football wizard who has seen the prophecies of victory and has the ability to put your wagering soul at ease. In this column, I'll go over each match up and point out why I'm leaning a certain direction as well as predicting the point total. I will also tell you who I'd pick when it comes to point spreads and over/unders.

Wagering tip of the week: I'm sure you've heard of prop bets. Props are bets that involve multiple forms of action regarding a single game. Everything from betting on a star player's yardage total and if they score a TD, to how many FGs are kicked by a team and the margin of victory. Props are plentiful and if chosen right, can get you some quick cash. For instance, they have props for who will score the first TD in a game. The list usually consist of star players but QBs only count if they have a rushing/receiving TD, not a TD pass. Anyway, make 4-5 wagers based on the top 4-5 players you think will score that 1st TD of the game. If you put $20 on each wager, you are almost guaranteed a profit if one of your guys scores first. Even though you would lose the other bets, the net you will make on your winning ticket will still put you ahead. Another good one is margin of victory. If you are confident a team is going to win by 7-10 pts., make a wager for a 1-7 pt. margin of victory and an 8-14 pt. margin of victory. You will only win one of these bets(your team still has to win by 14 or less), but you will still net a profit. Take advantage of these 'can't lose' wagers and when betting on player production, always check their past weekly stats to get a proper gauge when assessing betting odds. Sometimes I make as many as 15-20 wagers in a particular game. You're looking good even if you only hit half of them. Another great thing about props bets are the fact you can wager on the game without predicting a winner, spread or total score. If you haven't already, give prop bets a try!

WEEK 7 PICKS:

CHICAGO BEARS 23 @ GREEN BAY PACKERS 31 - The reasons I have this game closer than it normally would be, is because Eddie Lacy's injury has the Packer's backfield in a current state of flux. Additionally, their banged up secondary aren't helping things out on the defensive side of the ball either. Tread with caution on the spread, though I'd take the Packers and go with the over. Low confidence points on this close division match up.

NEW YORK GIANTS 30 @ LOS ANGELES RAMS 20 - Game #2 played in London this year. Even though the Giants are the away team, Odell Beckham Jr. is an international star and New York should appear to be defending home turf based on crowd response. I'd go with the Giants and the spread and definitely take the low over. Use caution with confidence points.

NEW ORLEANS SAINTS 27 @ KANSAS CITY CHIEFS 30 - The Saints have an explosive offense but their sad defense has trouble keeping them in games. The Chiefs have enough of a balanced attack to go back and forth with New Orleans and end up with a victory. It will be a close game, but take the Saints and the points while taking the over with caution. Low to mid confidence points.

BUFFALO BILLS 28 @ MIAMI DOLPHINS 20 - I would pick a higher margin of victory for Buffalo if LeSean McCoy didn't leave practice on Wednesday with a hamstring tweak. The Bills did officially remove themselves from my list of 'Jekyll & Hyde' teams after last weekend's decisive win. The Dolphins are hit or miss and are a team not to be totally discounted. I'd lean towards Buffalo and the spread while staying away from the over/under. Medium pool points on this one.

INDIANAPOLIS COLTS 30 @ TENNESSEE TITANS 27 - I'm picking the Colts to pull off the upset in this one. They almost got past a tough Texans' defense on the road last week and Indy's offense scores above average points. I guess when your defense is hit or miss, you'll be playing from behind quite often. I think both defenses will let a lot of points be scored and in the end, Andrew Luck and the Colts will come out the victors in this up for grabs division game. Take Indy and the points and go for the over. Very low pool points.

CLEVELAND BROWNS 16 @ CINCINNATI BENGALS 30 - Browns vs. Bengals. It doesn't get any more exciting than this. Not! Cleveland won't be able to muster up much and Cincinnati has too many weapons for the Browns to handle. The spread is high, so cautiously take the Bengals and the over. Definitely go high relating to confidence pools.

WASHINGTON REDSKINS 27 @ DETROIT LIONS 34 - Detroit has a shaky defense but their offense will outscore that of Washington's. This game will come down to big plays and I think in the end, the Lions have too many scoring options for the Redskins to handle. I'd safely take Detroit and the spread while picking the over. Low to mid confidence points.

OAKLAND RAIDERS 27 @ JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS 30 - This is one of those games that you don't want to lay a lot of bread on. The Raiders have an atrocious defense and a high powered offense. The Jaguars can't be figured out. The potential is there but not the consistency. Anyway, if I had to bet, I would take Jax and the spread and go with the over. Very low pool points.

MINNESOTA VIKINGS 27 @ PHILADELPHIA EAGLES 16 - Fresh off their bi-week, the Vikings will be looking to conquer Philadelphia. The supremacy of Minnesota's defense has the league talking and while the Eagles have a good D themselves, both offenses are too evenly matched leaving the Vikings with the overall team advantage. Take Minnesota and the spread while staying away from the over/under. Medium confidence points.

SAN DIEGO CHARGERS 27 @ ATLANTA FALCONS 34 - Two high powered offenses against two much to be desired defenses. A lot of points will be scored so take the over. Since I can never trust Atlanta, and you shouldn't as well, stay away from the spread. Low on the pool points.

TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS 20 @ SAN FRANCISCO 49ers 27 - San Fran will get the monkey off their back and get a win this week against a very suspect Tampa Bay team. Grab the Niners and the spread, take the over and put low to mid confidence on this game of scrubs.

NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS 30 @ PITTSBURGH STEELERS 20 - Big Ben. Hurt again. What would of been a great match up is basically going to turn into a one-sided Tom Brady fest. Sure, the Steelers will score points, but not enough from Landry Jones to compete with the Patriots. Safely take New England and the spread and don't be afraid of the over. Mid to high confidence points.

SEATTLE SEAHAWKS 24 @ ARIZONA CARDINALS 27 - A tough divisional match up including two of the NFC's best defenses. Points will be scored but I don't think it'll get out of hand on either side. Good running on both sides and a slight advantage in the passing game for the Cardinals. Take Arizona and the spread while taking the low over. Put very low pool points on this one.

HOUSTON TEXANS 20 @ DENVER BRONCOS 23 - Another game with two very tough defenses. Both teams have QBs with limited experience at the helm as well. Home field advantage will decide this one. I would take Houston and the points while taking the low over.

Are you looking for a vote of confidence when picking game scores, spreads and over/unders? Let me be that football wizard who has seen the prophecies of victory and has the ability to put your wagering soul at ease. In this column, I'll go over each match up and point out why I'm leaning a certain direction as well as predicting the point total. I will also tell you who I'd pick when it comes to point spreads and over/unders.

Wagering tip of the week: start out your wagering week by combing the lines of your favorite sportsbook(s) looking for the bets that just seem too easy to win. A lot of times those are there to actually scare you away from putting down serious action. But in reality, you own the odds so don't be afraid. Sounds weird, but it is a trend followed. Obviously, there are going to be more lines on games which are just too close and carry more risk, but you can easily cross those off the list and drop more coin on the safer plays while dividing the rest of your weekly allowance among the mid-risk picks.

WEEK 6 PICKS:

DENVER BRONCOS 30 @ SAN DIEGO CHARGERS 20 - Paxton Lynch isn't as smooth or good enough at the QB position to be a starter. Period. Trevor Siemian will supposedly get the start this Thursday night in San Diego, which should make the Bronco's offense look a little more crisp. I'd safely take Denver and the spread and will reach for the over. Medium confidence pool points.

L.A. RAMS 20 @ DETROIT LIONS 26 - Consistency. Neither of these teams seem to have it. This game will feature a steady defense(L.A.) against a potent offense(Det). The Lions are definitely a better team at home and the Rams have big play ability as well as featuring star RB Todd Gurley, who shows flashes of being elite but in my opinion is too streaky to trust. Detroit will put up enough in the end to pull off the victory in this historic snooze fest. I would easily go for the Lions and the low spread and am shying away from the over/under. If you do want to put action on it, go for the over. Low pool points.

JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS 17 @ CHICAGO BEARS 27 - Can you believe it? The Bears will win their 2nd game of the season! Hoyer is the new sheriff in town and Chicago has a stable of capable receivers in Jeffery, Royal and now the up and coming Cameron Meredith to serve as ammo for their fresh gunslinger. Add rookie RB phenom Jordan Howard, and the Bears biggest weakness obviously becomes their defense, who are still capable at playing big-boy football, although not able to seal the deal with regularity. Jacksonville are too hot and cold for me to think they're a 'for sure' win, so cautiously take the Bears and the spread as well as the over. Low confidence on this match up.

CAROLINA PANTHERS 20 @ NEW ORLEANS SAINTS 36 - Fresh off their bye week, the Saints will be ready to roll at home against the discombobulated Panthers, who still are uncertain if Cam Newton will be ready to go due to his recent concussion. Carolina's defensive struggles have continued and they certainly don't have the dominance of last year's squad. New Orleans has an atrocious defense themselves, so this game will be decided strictly by the offensive. Brees has numerous weapons to match his skills, so expect a high scoring contest making the over a no-brainer. Grab the Saints and the points while going low confidence points.

SAN FRANCISCO 49ers 24 @ BUFFALO BILLS 27 - Kaepernick returns this weekend for the Niners, but will the switch in QBs make the team better or worse? Personally, with the running game of Victor Cruz and the receiving play of Jeremy Kerley, Blaine Gabbert has been okay in my opinion, especially compared to some guys who get paid a lot more than him. Their defense is starting to gel some, so how about letting the offense do the same? I think tinkering now is just a bad idea, especially if the QB you want to put in won't be a part of the plan next year. Buffalo is a Jekyll & Hyde team but have been a little more solid as of late. I would stay away from the spread and over/under on this game... they're money traps. Definitely low pool points.

CLEVELAND BROWNS 16 @ TENNESSEE TITANS 27 - Let's see. The Browns have a good running game but also employ a weekly QB carousel. The Titans also have a good running game with a passing attack that seems to be getting stronger. The Titans have the edge when it comes to defense and have home field advantage. This game is an easy pick. Take the Titans and the spread and jump on the over. Medium to high on the confidence points.

BALTIMORE RAVENS 24 @ NEW YORK GIANTS 20 - Another game that is pretty simple to figure out. The Ravens have a better running game(not much) and a way better defense. Eli Manning and the Giants' passing game should be better- but it's not, while Joe Flacco seems to be getting it done through the air. I would take Baltimore and the points while staying away from the over/under. Very low pool points.

PHILADELPHIA EAGLES 27 @ WASHINGTON REDSKINS 20 - It looks like the Redskins might be without one of their biggest play makers in TE Jordan Reed(concussion) this week, which will definitely limit their diversity on offense. The Eagles have a good defense and the favorable play of QB Carson Wentz has been remained steady. Grab Philly and the spread and go with the over. Medium pool points.

CINCINNATI BENGALS 17 @ NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS 34 - There is not a lot to say here other than Tom Brady is at home and has a lot of weapons at his disposal. Cincinnati is way too inconsistent and can't be taken seriously to win this game. Easily go with the Pats and the spread while safely taking the over. High pool points.

PITTSBURGH STEELERS 37 @ MIAMI DOLPHINS 17 - The Steelers offense will be way too much for the shoddy defense of Miami to handle. The Steelers defense will be way too much for the Miami offense to handle. You get the picture... it's going to be a massacre. Definitely take Pittsburgh and the spread as well as the over. High confidence points.

KANSAS CITY CHIEFS 28 @ OAKLAND RAIDERS 20 - Kansas City should have enough firepower and defense to get past division rival Oakland Raiders. The Raiders have big play ability and can put up points, but the defense is way too generous and one of the worst in the league. I would take K.C. and the points while going with the over. Medium confidence points.

DALLAS COWBOYS 23 @ GREEN BAY PACKERS 30 - Dallas is looking very good but it's still hard to win against the Packers, let alone at Lambeau. This one will be a little closer due to the availability of Eddie Lacy(ankle) and Green Bay's ability to run the ball. I would take the Packers and the spread and definitely take the over. Medium confidence points.

ATLANTA FALCONS 23 @ SEATTLE SEAHAWKS 24 - I believe this will be one of the closest games of the week. To tell you the truth, I'm not putting any action on it. However, if I was, I'd take Atlanta and the points and go with the over. Very low confidence points.

INDIANAPOLIS COLTS 20 @ HOUSTON TEXANS 27 - This is the week Houston rebounds and gets a win. Even though it will seem like a tough division match up, I have no doubt in their abilities against a flimsy Colts' D. The Texans' offense will look a lot better than it has, complimenting the play of their worthy defense. Go with Houston and the spread while taking the over. Medium pool points.

NEW YORK JETS 23 @ ARIZONA CARDINALS 24 - This game will be another contest that will be very close. Both teams have stout defenses but both offenses can be streaky. I really like Larry Fitzgerald and RB David Johnson, so I think the Cardinals might have a little too much firepower for the Jets to handle. I would take the Jets with all the points given them and go with the over. Low confidence points.

Are you looking for a vote of confidence when picking game scores, spreads and over/unders? Let me be that football wizard who has seen the prophecies of victory and has the ability to put your wagering soul at ease. In this column, I'll go over each match up and point out why I'm leaning a certain direction as well as predicting the point total. I will also tell you who I'd pick when it comes to point spreads and over/unders. Wagering tip of the week: if I'm placing multiple wagers on multiple games, I rank the games in an order based on how confident I am of winning, just like it's a confidence pool. If there are 16 games for example, I would place them in four brackets of four games(or form some system of multiples). The games in the first bracket or two, I would place 2-3 wagers on, including single game bets and parlays. Obviously, the further down the brackets you go, the less you bet on those games. I always put a check mark next to the game every time I use it on a ticket to make sure I don't over play that contest. Remember, don't put all your eggs in one basket, no matter how tantalizing a game line can be.

WEEK 5 PICKS:

ARIZONA CARDINALS  24  @  SAN FRANCISCO 49ers  13 - Even with Carson Palmer sitting out with a concussion, the running game of David Johnson mixed with Arizona's defense, will be way too much for the inconsistent 49ers to handle. Safely take the Cardinals and the low spread as well as taking the over. Mid-to-high confidence  points.

BALTIMORE RAVENS  24  @  WASHINGTON REDSKINS  27 - Baltimore couldn't get it done at home against the Raiders last week, so something tells me they'll fall short against the Redskins. Washington isn't exactly a powerhouse, but I like how they've been playing lately and believe this one will come down to a few big plays. The Redskins are underdogs, so take them and the points. Also, go with the over and low pool points.

NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS  34  @  CLEVELAND BROWNS  17 - Okay, we all know Tom Brady is back and that means a huge increase in offense and points for the Patriots. We know the Browns are the Browns, but they are at home and do have one of the best running attacks in the league. Safely take New England and the spread as well as the over. Go high on the confidence rankings.

PHILADELPHIA EAGLES  27  @  DETROIT LIONS  24 - We're going to get a chance to see if Carson Wentz is for real when he faces the Lions this week. Or will we? I mean, Detroit's defense isn't really that great and Philly also played against the Browns and the Bears. The only tough challenge was a home game against the Steelers. Even though I am going with the Eagles and the rookie in this one, I am treading with caution on the spread and taking the over. Definitely low pool points on this close contest.

CHICAGO BEARS  20  @  INDIANAPOLIS COLTS  27 - Two struggling teams... one of them will go home with a victory. Since the Colts are at home and have less injured starters, I won't have to flip a coin to predict a winner in this 'loser bowl'. Take the Colts and the spread but stay away from the over/under, it's set up to fail on this match up. Very low confidence points.

TENNESSEE TITANS  27  @  MIAMI DOLPHINS  23 - I'm going against the grain and backing the Titans this week. I don't think Miami's defense can contain DeMarco Murray and think the Fish will be one-dimensional having to throw most of the time. So, take the Titans and the points and definitely take the low over. Low pool points.

HOUSTON TEXANS  17  @  MINNESOTA VIKINGS  27 - The Vikings will be coming off a short week so I can see them giving up a few more points than normal. I still picture them winning without a problem as the offense gels and the defense keeps on shutting down opponents. The Texans will show flashes of pulling off a victory, but Minnesota's defense will cause one too many turnovers for Osweiler and the gang. Safely take the Vikings and the spread, definitely the over and feel confident picking medium to high pool points.

NEW YORK JETS  16  @  PITTSBURGH STEELERS  34 - The Steelers are rolling and the Jets are in their way. New York has a pretty good defense, but it won't be able to handle Pittsburgh's offense firepower. The Jets will only be able to move the ball based on blown coverage plays by the Steelers' defense. Other than that, I don't see a lot of consistency with their offense this week. Take the Steelers and the spread, go with the under and pick medium-to-medium-high pool points.

ATLANTA FALCONS  23  @  DENVER BRONCOS  30 - Matt Ryan and the Falcons will be flying high into Denver fresh off the beat-down given to Carolina last week. Only the Super Bowl contender(and champion) from last year, which they will be facing, has gotten even better from last season. Sure, their defense is still crazy good, but now the offense is consistent and points are easier to come by. Atlanta will still put up a fair share of points, but this is the week they'll be put in check. Take Denver and the spread as well as the over. I'd stay with the middle ground when assigning those pool points.

CINCINNATI BENGALS  27  @  DALLAS COWBOYS  24 - This is going to be a close game and one that will prove if the Cowboys are for real or not. Personally, I think Dallas is fine without Dez Bryant as they have other weapons in the receiving attack and a great running game. This contest will come down to big plays and I would the Bengals and the very low spread. I'd also lean towards the over and put low pool points on this close game.

BUFFALO BILLS  13  @  L.A. RAMS  23 - The Bills' two-game winning streak will come to an end this week when the stout Rams' defense takes control of the game tempo. Points will be hard to come by, so stay away from the over/under but take the Rams and the low spread. Low pool points due to the close, low score.

SAN DIEGO CHARGERS  31  @  OAKLAND RAIDERS  27 - This is another game that has me going against popular opinion. The Raiders give up a lot of offense to opposing teams and I feel they have been getting lucky. The luck well runs dry this week and Oakland will show it's true colors. They are playing the Charger's weak defense, so getting points won't be a problem. However, it won't be enough to get the job done. Take San Diego and the points as well as the over. I would put very low confidence points on this one.

NEW YORK GIANTS  20  @  GREEN BAY PACKERS  34 - Aaron Rodgers and company are back fresh off a bye week and get to host the Giants at Lambeau. The Packers' defense is middle of the road, so the G-Men will get some points to make it interesting. In the end, Green Bay's passing attack mixed with the solid running of Eddie Lacy, will be way too much for Eli Manning, Odell Beckham and the New York Giants to match. Take the Packers and the spread and go with the over. Put medium pool points on the Pack.

TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS  17  @  CAROLINA PANTHERS  23 - Will Cam play or won't he? This could be a huge deciding factor when trying to pick the outcome of this game. For one, it's a division game and anything can happen. For two, the Panthers have been slipping and now isn't a good time to lose your best offensive player and leader. At the same time, Tampa Bay hasn't exactly been a consistent football team and is one of those squads you just feel uneasy putting your money behind. Personally, I would stay away from picking the spread and the over/under on this contest, as it's what I like to call, a 'succubus' game.

Are you looking for a vote of confidence when finalizing your weekly confidence pool picks or placing your game wagers? Let me be that football wizard who has seen the prophecies of victory and can set your wagering soul at ease. In this column, I will briefly go over each match up, explaining the main reasons for my decision on the winner of every game. I will also tell you who I'd pick when it comes to point spreads and over/unders. Confidence pool tip: when making my picks, I start with the easiest game/highest number and work my way down. I then go over my final decisions a couple times as well as making changes during the week as injuries and other factors come into play. Remember, St. Nick always checks that list twice and so should you.

NICK'S WEEK 4 PICKS:

DOLPHINS @ BENGALS - Cincy should of had a win but they did play Denver. The Dolphins almost lost to the Browns at home. I think this game will have above average scoring with Cincinnati coming out on top. Results- Bengals will win and barely cover the spread. Pick the under.

COLTS @ JAGUARS - Two mystery teams playing in a foreign land. So, not only are these squads hard to figure out, neither have home field advantage. I'm going with the Colts on this one because Frank Gore and the running game seems more crisp than that of the Jags and I'm also impressed with the play of tight ends Dwayne Allen and Jack Doyle. Colts will pull off a close win and cover the close spread. I'm going with the over since both defenses will probably miss the plane to London.

BILLS @ PATRIOTS - What's to be said here? The Pats are not going to lose in Foxboro, no matter who is under center, and the under-achieving Bills pulled off a miracle last week against a very good team to save their coach's job. The Patriots will win decisively and cover the spread without a problem. The over might be a little high because of last week's charity thrown the Bill's way.

SEAHAWKS @ JETS - I'm a realist... and I really don't think Russel Wilson will play much, if at all. If he suits up and plays, he will be ineffective. I also think the Jets had a hiccup and are a much better team than Ryan Fitzpatrick and the rest of the guys showed against the Chiefs last week. Seattle still has a good defense, but so do the Jets. This game will come down to a few big plays. I'm leaning on the Jets to pull off the upset, so put low numbers on confidence pools and stay away from the spread. Definitely the under on this one.

BROWNS @ REDSKINS - The Browns did not look like the Browns we all know and ridicule last week because they played Miami, a Jekyll & Hyde team. They will not fare so well against the Redskins this week, who are a much better team in my opinion and are starting to hit their stride. The Redskins will win but won't cover the spread as the game barely makes the under.

LIONS @ BEARS - This one is so easy, a soccer fan could figure it out. The Bears are banged up and brutal while Matthew Stafford has shifted the Lions offense into high gear. Detroit will come away with a big time division win, so put the big time confidence points on them. Also, take the Lions and the low spread which is a steal. I feel confident in the over even if the game is lopsided.

RAIDERS @ RAVENS - Now that the Ravens have pulled off three games in a row, this game is a little easier to pick. The Raiders have given up a lot of yards this year and will continue to do so against Joe Flacco and the Ravens passing attack. Baltimore will easily cover the spread and would tread with some caution if picking the under, which is where I'm leaning.

TITANS @ TEXANS - The Texans came up empty last week, but it was against the Patriots on the road for a prime time game. I believe they will do a lot better against division rival Titans this week, but put low pool numbers on this one. With J.J. Watt gone, there will be more running lanes for Demarco Murray to enable the Titans to get some offense going. Stay away from the spread but definitely go for the over.

PANTHERS @ FALCONS - Another tight division game? Not exactly. Yeah, I know Matt Ryan and the Falcons are looking good, but Monday night's win came against the worst defense in football. They will have their hands full playing the stout defense of the reigning NFC champion Panthers. Carolina only lost because they faced Minnesota's defense, one of the best in the league. The Panthers should cover the spread and I'd put mid-range pool points on them. Stay away from picking the total points.

BRONCOS @ BUCCANEERS - I think Denver's offense is the real deal and we all know their defense is tops in the AFC. The Bucs are another Jekyll & Hyde team that is hard to put your finger on. I would take Denver in both pools and point spreads, as well as taking the over in this contest.

SAINTS @ CHARGERS - This is a classic example of a game where you want to put low numbers on the confidence pool and stay away from the spread. Both teams put up large amounts of points but have weak defenses. That being said, I would take the over if I touched anything in this game. If I had to pick a winner, it would be San Diego because of home field advantage and a slightly better defense.

RAMS @ CARDINALS - What the hell happened to the Cardinals last week? I want to forget about that game altogether... and so does my wallet. Arrrgh! The Rams have a good defense and obviously a potential star RB in Todd Gurley. The problem is, they are too hard to predict as they are only showing flashes of potential. Arizona should win this game with all of their talented offensive weapons, including their own star RB David Johnson and a tough defense to boot. I would pick the Cardinals covering the spread, low pool points and would stay away from the over/under due to the strong defense play on both sides of the ball.

COWBOYS @ 49ERS - Dallas is on the rise with their rookie QB and RB duo. San Fran are a bunch of jokers with flash in the pan ability. Definitely no consistency to beat a surging Cowboys team. I would pick Dallas all day to cover the spread, mid-to high pool points and would pick the over.

CHIEFS @ STEELERS - Pittsburgh is coming off an embarrassing loss and the Chiefs finally played like the team people remembered them to be a season ago. The Steelers have home field advantage with Le'Veon Bell returning to action, so Heinz Field will be like playing in an insane asylum if you're the visiting team. I'd go with low pool points and safely take the Steelers and the spread, which is under a touchdown, but would stay away from the over/under.

GIANTS @ VIKINGS - This game would be a lot closer to decide if it weren't for the crazy play of Minnesota's defense and the electricity of playing at home in a new stadium. Sam Bradford looks like he has been with the Vikings for multiple seasons, not multiple weeks and Stefon Diggs has become the talk of the WR world. Now, the Giants have a trio of playmakers in Beckham, Cruz and Shephard, as well as a beefed-up defensive front, but I just don't think it will be enough to get past the Vikings. Stick with low to mid on pool points, safely take Minnesota and the spread, but stay away from the over/under.