USA TODAY Sports' Week 14 NFL picks

Week 14 of the NFL season kicks off with a gem as the Kansas City Chiefs host the Oakland Raiders on Thursday night with first place in the AFC West (and probably a first-round bye) at stake in Arrowhead Stadium.

A lineup of competitive matchups continues Sunday afternoon, highlighted by the Seattle Seahawks' visit to Lambeau Field where a defeat of the Green Bay Packers could mean another NFC West title. The day concludes with the Dallas Cowboys trying to avenge their only defeat of the season against the New York Giants. If the Cowboys run their winning streak to 12, they'll win the NFC East and perhaps a first-round bye.

Monday night features a clash of first-place teams as the Baltimore Ravens and New England Patriots renew their rivalry, with the Pats potentially able to sew up the AFC East and a first-round bye of their own.

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