NFL Week 18 early predictions, picks: Buccaneers vs. Falcons, more

NFL Week 18 is the most challenging week of the entire season to bet. Half the league has already been eliminated from playoff contention. Some teams have already clinched their playoff seeding and are prime candidates to rest their starters.

The Buccaneers are already locked into the No. 4 seed and coach Todd Bowles admits he could pull his starters in the second half. The Falcons are the underdogs at home. They are going to earn their fourth 7-win season in five years.

The Steelers are the favorite at 3-1 against the Browns. The Cowboys are a big favorite against Washington. Sam Howell could start for the Cowboys. The game could have playoff implications for both teams. It's a game with no playoff ramifications for Washington, but it could be a blowout. Buccaneers are favored by 3 points over Falcons. Falcons are also favored. Tampa is favored to beat the Buccaneers. Atlanta is a favorite to win. Carolina is the team with the better record.