NFL picks and predictions, Seahawks vs. Giants 2013: NFC clash in the Meadowlands

Given the disparity between the Giants and Seahawks success, Seattle is favored by 7.5-points on the road. For CBS Sports’ eight-man panel, they are split down the middle with the spread. However, without the points, the entire panel goes with the Seahawks over the Giants. Cris Collinsworth and Phil Sims from Inside the NFL have made their picks, as well, giving the Seahawks a 2-0 vote of confidence.

For SB Nation’s six-man expert panel, the birds are still the word. The six writers all picked the Seahawks to beat the Giants on the road.

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