Week 15 NFL Preview- Part 4

Tampa Bay at Seattle
The numbers illustrate that this is more of an even matchup than previously realized. Tampa Bay protects better, but Seattle generates more pressure. The Seahawks move the ball slightly more efficiently, but have converted fewer red zone touchdowns than the Bucs. Seattle was more efficient defensively in the red zone, and possesses a superior turnover differential. Final score 24-21 Seattle.

Minnesota at Carolina
Minnesota has all but a couple of victories separating themselves for the second my in the NFC. Carolina, on the other hand, is on the outside looking in at the playoff picture. The Panthers protect better, but the Vikings generate more pressure. Minnesota is superior in moving the ball, converting red zone chances, preventing red zone touchdowns, and has a greater turnover differential. Final score 31-17 Minnesota.

New York Giants at Washington
Another tough NFC East game for the Giants. Unlike what their record indicates, this Redskins team is not a bunch of pushovers. The Giants protect much better, but the Skins possess a more consistent pass rush. New York moves the ball more efficiently, and has a better turnover differential. On the other hand, Washington is much more effective in the red zone, on both sides of the ball. This should be a close game. I'm going with the Redskins, but the Giants definiely could win it. Final score 18-17 Washington.