After finally getting his first winning week of the season at 3-2, Colin Cowherd triumphantly moves to an overall record of 3-11-1 on his Blazing 5 NFL picks. This monumental achievement has Cowherd feeling like he’s really turned the corner, as he makes his Blazing 5 picks for Week 4 action with his chest puffed out.

Blazing 5 Picks for Week 14:

• Panthers vs Saints: Carolina Panthers (+5.5)
• Jaguars vs Browns: Cleveland Browns (-3)
• Lions vs Bears: Chicago Bears (+3)
• Broncos vs Chargers: Denver Broncos (+2.5)
• Bills vs Chiefs: Kansas City Chiefs (-1.5)

Colin’s Blazing 5 Predictions for Week 14:

• Game 1: Panthers at Saints
  • Spread: NO -5.5.
  • Colin’s Pick: Carolina +5.5.
  • Prediction: Panthers win 26-24.
  • Rationale: Panthers’ strong defense recently and Saints’ weaknesses, including coaching and player performance issues.
• Game 2: Jaguars at Browns
  • Spread: CLE -3.
  • Colin’s Pick: Cleveland -3.
  • Prediction: Browns win 24-13.
  • Rationale: Browns’ strong home performance and defensive capabilities, Jaguars’ injuries and poor performance in cold weather.
• Game 3: Lions at Bears
  • Spread: DET -3.
  • Colin’s Pick: Chicago +3.
  • Prediction: Bears win 24-23.
  • Rationale: Bears’ rush defense and recent performance, Lions’ defensive struggles, and cold weather impact on Lions’ quarterback Jared Goff.
• Game 4: Broncos at Chargers
  • Spread: LAC -2.5.
  • Colin’s Pick: Denver +2.5.
  • Prediction: Broncos win 27-24.
  • Rationale: Denver’s defensive improvement, coaching advantage, and Chargers’ overall weaknesses.
• Game 5: Bills at Chiefs
  • Spread: KC -1.5.
  • Colin’s Pick: Kansas City -1.5.
  • Prediction: Chiefs win 30-27.
  • Rationale: Patrick Mahomes’ record after losses, Chiefs’ strong defense this season, and Bills’ inconsistencies in big games.

Jaguars (-3) at Falcons

Cowherd is taking the Jaguars -3 because they play well in London, going 21-9 there over the years, and this is their 10th trip. Trevor Lawrence has graded well despite a bad Chiefs game, and the Falcons have no pass rush and a struggling offense. Cowherd predicts a 30-23 Jaguars win.

Dolphins at Bills (-3)

Cowherd is taking the Bills -3 because they have a top 3 offense and defense, can control the clock and limit Tua. Josh Allen has owned Miami and their defense is weak. He sees the Bills getting right in a 31-27 win.

Bengals at Titans (+2.5)

Cowherd takes the Titans +2.5 since coach Mike Vrabel is great as an underdog. The Bengals are struggling offensively on a short week, while Tennessee can pull the upset, 27-23.

Vikings (-4) at Panthers

Cowherd likes the Vikings -4 because despite being 0-3 they move the ball well but have fluky turnovers. Carolina has no perimeter playmakers for their QB. Minnesota wins 26-17.

Patriots (+6.5) at Cowboys

Cowherd takes the Patriots +6.5 in a potential low-scoring game. New England has a great defense to slow Dallas. With Dak Prescott struggling behind a banged up line, he sees a close Cowboys 27-23 win.