NFL Week 13 schedule: Top games, predictions and rankings

NFL Week 13 schedule: Top games, predictions and rankingsStory byList WireIndianapolis Colts linebacker Germaine Pratt tackles Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes.Barry Werner, List WireTue, November 25, 2025 at 9:04 PM UTC·4 min read

NFL Week 13 of the 2025 season will start with four games before the weekend. That's because it is Thanksgiving, and what has become a traditional tripleheader on Thursday will be followed by Amazon Prime's Black Friday game. There are no byes this week, so that means 16 games and a busy schedule for all announcing teams. NFL Week 13 kicks off with Packers-Lions in the traditional Thanksgiving game in Detroit and concludes on Dec. 1 with the New York Giants in Foxboro to play the New England Patriots. Yes, folks, while the NFL hits Week 13, the 2025 calendar will see the schedule finish at the start of the 12th month of the year. Time flies.

16. New Orleans Saints at Miami Dolphins

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) passes the ball against the Washington Commanders.

Look for this to be three in a row for the Dolphins. The Saints can't be trusted. I mean they couldn't handle the Falcons at home. So why should they be able to defeat the streaking Fish? Prediction: Dolphins 23, Saints 10

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15. Atlanta Falcons at New York Jets

New York Jets quarterback Tyrod Taylor looks to pass as Baltimore Ravens linebacker Kyle Van Noy defends.

The inconsistent Falcons meet the feeble Jets. Gang Green has been playing better of late, giving the Ravens a game in their last contest. Look for Atlanta to falter here and fall another game back of .500. Prediction: Jets 17, Falcons 16

14. Arizona Cardinals at Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield stands on the sideline with his left arm in a sling.

Everything here hinges on Baker Mayfield's shoulder. The Bucs have been slumping and the QB left the loss to the Rams and SoFi Stadium with his arm in a sling. Still, the Cardinals always find a way to lose. Prediction: Bucs 27, Cardinals 23

13. Jacksonville Jaguars at Tennessee Titans

Arizona Cardinals linebacker Cody Simon tackles Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr.

Jacksonville keeps the pressure on the Colts in the AFC South race by squeezing past a terrible Titans team. It won't be as easy as it should. Prediction: Jaguars 23, Titans 16

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12. New York Giants at New England Patriots

Jaxson Dart of the New York Giants and Drake Maye of the New England Patriots.

So, now it is the defensive coordinator who is the next guy to take a fall with Big Blue. This franchise is in disarray. The Patriots show the Giants what can happen when you hire the right coach. Prediction: Patriots 27, Giants 12

11. San Francisco 49ers at Cleveland Browns

Nov 16, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) sacks Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) during the second quarter at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

The Niners have a short week and now travel to Cleveland. The Browns defense is stellar, led by Myles Garrett. It feels like there could be an upset here if Cleveland can manage the talented Niners' skill players. Prediction: Browns 20, 49ers 17

10. Las Vegas Raiders at Los Angeles Chargers

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith greets Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert.

Another week, another loss for Pete Carroll. This season won't be getting any better. The Chargers had better handle this one. Prediction: Chargers 31, Raider 13

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9. Denver Broncos at Washington Commanders

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix scrambles during the second half against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium.

The Broncos add to the Commanders' miserable season. Denver is simply too good to come off the bye and trip. Prediction: Broncos 28, Commanders 17

8. Los Angeles Rams at Carolina Panthers

Nov 9, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (12) scores a touchdown past San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Jordan Elliott (92) during the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

The Rams are as talented a team on offense and defense as there is in the NFL . The Panthers are too inconsistent to topple a team that is that good. One week up, one week down. Growing pains. Prediction: Rams 33, Panthers 23

7. Cincinnati Bengals at Baltimore Ravens

Injured Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) walks onto the field before the first quarter of the NFL Week 12 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the New England Patriots.

The Bengals are 3-8 and plan on playing Joe Burrow here. The question is why? They do play Baltimore twice but with that defense they aren't a threat to be in the playoffs. Prediction: Ravens 38, Bengals 27

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6. Minnesota Vikings at Seattle Seahawks

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium.

Sam Darnold teaches the Vikings a lesson for letting him walk to Seattle. Prediction: Seahawks 31, Vikings 16

5. Houston Texans at Indianapolis Colts

Houston Texans wide receiver Jaylin Noel runs against Buffalo Bills cornerback Jordan Hancock.

Fascinating game here because the Texans' defense is incredible. Indy is coming off the tough loss at Kansas City and should brace for a stiff test. Prediction: Texans 20, Colts 16

4. Green Bay Packers at Detroit Lions

Detroit Lions fans wear turkey outfits during the Thanksgiving Day game against the Green Bay Packers at Ford Field in Detroit on Nov. 23, 2023.

NFC North teams duel on Thanksgiving in a massive clash. The game is so good it might top Jack White's halftime performance. There is something off with Detroit. It felt like something was off with Green Bay until it stifled the Vikings in Week 12. Tight contest with road team edging to a win. Prediction: Packers 23, Lions 20

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3. Chicago Bears at Philadelphia Eagles

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Xavier Gipson winces in pain in the fourth quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium.

Imagine the greeting the Eagles will get at the Linc on Black Friday after their collapse in Dallas. This is a litmus test to see if the Bears are for real or a mirage. The guess is the latter. Prediction: Eagles 31, Bears 20

2. Buffalo Bills at Pittsburgh Steelers

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers comes off the field after failing to convert on third down.

AFC playoff hopefuls meet. Both teams are coming off losses. The Steelers were without Aaron Rodgers as they lost to the Bears. The Bills were devoured by Houston's defense. If Rodgers can return his battle with Josh Allen is intriguing. If he can't, the Steelers' defense better be ready to harass Allen. Prediction: Bills 31, Steelers 26

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1. Kansas City Chiefs at Dallas Cowboys

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens reacts after a play in the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at AT&T Stadium.

This game was second in the rankings until both teams played intense games in Week 12. The Chiefs came from out of nowhere to upend the Colts and keep their season alive. The Cowboys overcame a 21-0 deficit to down the Eagles. Dak Prescott and Patrick Mahome should set record Thanksgiving ratings for CBS. Prediction: Cowboys 26, Chiefs 23

This article originally appeared on The List Wire: NFL Week 13: Schedule rankings and predictions

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