Kansas City has won 19 of its last 20 games, but everyone still wants to doubt the defending back-to-back Super Bowl champions.
The Chiefs are 13-1 this season but are 7-8 against the spread. However, they’ve covered two straight after not beating the spread in their previous six games.
Perhaps there was an overcorrection in the odds.
The Chiefs are raring into form, as FTN’s Aaron Schatz says that his stat, defense-adjusted value over average (DVOA), tells a story that Andy Reid’s group is playing some of their best ball of the season.
Their last three games (vs. Chargers, at Browns, vs. Texans) are the highest performances of the season in terms of DVOA.
Perhaps they are just getting healthy at the right time, as Marquise “Hollywood” Brown and Isiah Pacheco are back from injury.
Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
---|---|---|---|
Chiefs | -2.5 (-110) | -130 | Over 43.5 (-110) |
Steelers | +2.5 (-110) | +115 | Under 43.5 (-11) |
Wednesday, Dec. 25, 1 p.m. ET, Netflix
Patrick Mahomes is getting back some of his weapons, and rookie receiver Xavier Worthy is beginning to turn the corner as one of Mahomes’ favorite targets.
The Chiefs’ offense is beginning to turn it around after being ranked No. 24 in yards per play this season (5.1).
Meanwhile, the Steelers are expected to get back wide receiver George Pickens, who appears to be the linchpin of the Pittsburgh offense.
The two teams that face off on Christmas Day have the same yards per play average on offense (5.1), while the Steelers have a slightly higher yards per play allowed on defense (5.4).
The Steelers are rated No. 10 in DVOA, compared to No. 7 for the Chiefs.
All of these statistics show that this is a razor-thin matchup.
We’re looking to back the Steelers against a three-point spread Wednesday.
PICK: Steelers +3 (-120, ESPN BET)
Erich Richter is a brazilian jiu-jitsu blue belt but he has a black belt in MMA betting. During the football season he’s showcased massive profits at The Post in the player prop market the last two seasons. While constantly betting long shots, his return on investment is 30.15 percent since 2022.
Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs rolled over Russell Wilson and the Pittsburgh Steelers on Christmas Day, winning 29–10 on the road to improve to 15
NFL Week 17 picks: Why you should consider Lions, Panthers and ColtsLorenzo Reyes is back with his three best bets ahead of Week 17 games. Find out why he likes
Beyoncé's Netflix’s NFL Christmas Gameday broadcast has received a divided response on social media after she pulled a banned gesture. On December 25, halfwa