The NFL's Week 10 slate might not feature a blockbuster matchup on the level of last week's rivalry showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills, but early playoff implications are abundant.

Click on each game for NFL Week 10 picks, NFL Week 10 predictions, NFL Week 10 win probabilities and NFL Week 10 odds for that game. Atlanta Falcons vs Indianapolis Colts, 7:30 a.m., NFL Network ( stream with FUBO)

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The Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys have ultimately anchored this yearly tradition, while the league has also used this spotlight to deliver matchups that often shift playoff positioning, making the holiday more than just a ceremonial showcase.

With help from Team Rankings and Pro Football Reference, here is how the Colts compare to the rest of the NFL through 10 games. Points per game: 32.1 (1st) Points per game allowed: 20.6 (9th) Yards per rush: 5.3 (1st) Yards per rush allowed: 4.1 (12th) Yards per pass attempt: 8.2 (3rd)

It's been a rough season for the Bengals' defense, and their performance in the 34-12 loss to the Steelers in Week 11 made for some brutal NFL history. According to Aaron Schatz of FTN Fantasy, the Bengals' defense,