Post Sports Betting Writer Dylan Svoboda is in his first season on the NFL Bettor’s Guide.

Detroit Lions (-6.5) over CHICAGO BEARS

The Lions suddenly find themselves in a must-win scenario with the NFC’s No. 1 seed on the line.

After last week’s loss to the Bills, Detroit can’t afford a loss to the struggling Bears, who have suffered eight straight losses. Good news for Dan Campbell & Co.

The Bears appear to be imploding after a terrible Monday Night Football loss to the Vikings.

The Bears came up close in their last matchup in Detroit, but that was a shaky, short-week Thanksgiving game that I don’t put much stock in.

This week it won’t be so close.

This is the perfect retreat for the Lions.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (-4) over DALLAS COWBOYS

After an impressive 40-17 victory over the Chargers, the Buccaneers need a win to maintain control of the NFC South.

Baker Mayfield is playing the best football of his career and the Cowboys may be a little overrated after recent wins over the Giants and Panthers.

Tampa Bay is a different animal.

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The Bucs were strong at 4-2 against the favorite group and 9-5 overall.

With the playoffs looming, bet on a relatively stress-free win for the NFC South contenders.

LAST WEEK: 0-2: Steelers (left), Panthers (left)

SEASON: 4-10.

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Dylan Svoboda is a versatile writer and analyst across many sports. He is particularly knowledgeable about the big three – MLB, NFL and NBA.