This week, all seven participating staff members selected the 49ers to beat the Vikings, rebounding from their first loss of the season, last weekend's contest against the Cleveland Browns. San Francisco is currently a seven-point favorite.
Among the fans participating in our NFL Pick 'em contest, a significant 98 percent are voting on the 49ers clinching the win in this matchup.
Aside from the 49ers-Vikings game, of all the Week 7 game predictions, the most one-sided result is expected in Sunday's clash between the Buffalo Bills and the New England Patriots. An overwhelming 98 percent of voters are leaning towards the Bills securing the victory.
When it comes to the predictions, the tightest contest is anticipated between the Detroit Lions and the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, with both teams garnering an even 50 percent of the votes.
Below is a breakdown of all 12 matchups for the upcoming slate of NFL games.
| Picks | Away | Home | Picks |
|---|---|---|---|
|
80%
|
Raiders
|
Bears
|
20%
|
|
86%
|
Browns
|
Colts
|
14%
|
|
98%
|
Bills
|
Patriots
|
2%
|
|
85%
|
Commanders
|
Giants
|
15%
|
|
16%
|
Falcons
|
Buccaneers
|
84%
|
|
50%
|
Lions
|
Ravens
|
50%
|
|
21%
|
Steelers
|
Rams
|
79%
|
|
6%
|
Cardinals
|
Seahawks
|
94%
|
|
76%
|
Packers
|
Broncos
|
24%
|
|
12%
|
Chargers
|
Chiefs
|
88%
|
|
54%
|
Dolphins
|
Eagles
|
46%
|
|
98%
|
49ers
|
Vikings
|
2%
|
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