Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas ladies and gentlemen. Santa told us to inform y’all we have a lot of winners on the board tomorrow (Don’t look at our history/record).

Looking at the slate, we have 5 NBA Games and 2 NFL Games. It would only be better if we had some CFB, CBB, NHL, Fútbol, Golf, MLB, and more NFL but we won’t be greedy! We remember the days where we had no NFL on Christmas. Imagine that…

Anyways, the fellas at ReRack Network wish each and everyone one of you sad souls that read our website a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Stay safe, talk only politics at the dinner table, and tail ReRack Picks.

Enjoy!

Operation Bankrupt Vegas begins now… with a special ReRack Network Christmas 2k24 Parlay

ReRack Christmas Parlay 2024 (+1880 on DraftKings)

1. Victor Wembanyama o34.5 PRA
2. Isiah Pacheco Anytime TD
3. Klay Thompson o11.5 Points
4. Derrick Henry Anytime TD
5. Boston Celtics ML
6. Steph Curry o19.5 Points
7. Nikola Jokic o9.5 Rebounds

NFL GAMES

*Kansas City Chiefs @ Pittsburgh Steelers | 1:00 PM E.T. on Netflix*

Santi’s Picks:

Isiah Pacheco o10.5 Rush Attempts (-140) 1u

Pacheco was only on the field for 35% of the Chiefs offensive plays last week, ending with a total of 9 rush attempts and 2 targets through the air. Hunt was given 43% of the snaps but recorded 11 rush attempts and saw 3 targets come his way. I personally believe Reid was saving Pacheco for this Christmas day game. Being that they played on Saturday with the following game on a Wednesday, it would make sense for the Chiefs to put the brakes on Pacheco against the Texans last week. With relatively fresh legs, I think we see a lot more Pacheco in this matchup. The Chiefs should be leading for a majority of the game which could give us plenty of opportunities to see some Pacheco run plays. It is worth noting that even if he doesn’t get on the field for more than 50% of the snaps like a normal RB1, he has 2 games since his injury in which he recorded 14 attempts (46% snap share) & 13 attempts (37% snap share). With a win against the Steelers, the Chiefs will clinch the 1 seed – I can’t see them holding back on their big weapons in this one. 

Isiah Pacheco Anytime TD (+150) 1u

This essentially goes hand and hand with the play above. I see Pacheco as the featured back in this game, +150 odds for a Chiefs running back to sniff the endzone? Count me in. 

Doctor Candi’s Picks:

Russell Wilson +32.5 Passing Yards H2H vs Mahomes (-115) 1u

We’ve seen the upside in the Steeler’s passing offense as Russ has shown flashes. He had 414 pass yds against the Bengals in week 13 but has been in a slump ever since. A lot of that has been due to the absence of George Pickens who will return on Christmas Day. The chiefs are a very difficult team to establish the run against, and it’s hard to trust Najee behind that offensive line. The Chiefs between Pacheco and Hunt under one of the best O-lines in football should have a much easier time establishing the run, and if they can sustain a wire to wire lead even better. With that being said, I’m actually projected Russ to pass for more yards than Mahomes outright, but I’ll take the extra 32.5 yards.

• SGP (-127) 1u
  • Russell Wilson 200+ Passing Yards
  • George Pickens 40+ Receiving Yards
  • Jaylen Warren 25+ Rushing & Receiving Yards

I like Russ for all the same reasons in the H2H play listed above. If he is to hit the 200-pass yard mark a good chunk of that yardage should come through his #1 weapon in George Pickens. I do believe this type of game environment – on the road, potentially trailing and struggling to establish the run – sets up for a Jaylen Warren game, so I think 25 TOTAL yds is safe (if he struggles to hit the 25 mark on the ground then that probably means he got a decent workload through the air). 

King Will’s Picks:

Pittsburgh Steelers ML (+130) 2u

Don’t bet against the chiefs they say, Patrick Mahomes is unbeatable and always covers if it’s under a field goal they say. Well Patrick Mahomes is 0-1 with an interception returned for touchdown when playing on Christmas. The Steelers have been saving Pickens for the last leg of their 3 game-11 day stretch; and Russ could have some extra time to find him with a banged up Chris Jones.

George Pickens o63.5 Receiving Yards (-110) 1u

Pushin Props Play.

Emperor’s Picks:

Isiah Pacheco Anytime TD (+160) 2u

I burned Jigo last week when I advised him to start Pacheco in the Fantasy Yoffs. Hand up, that’s on me. After a piss-poor week and it seemed like limited action for him, that means only one thing. Pacheco is going off.

Also when in doubt, #TailSanti.

Log’s Picks:

Steelers +3.5 (-142) 1u

Chiefs have been in a ton of close games this year that they somehow manage to win even though they shouldn’t. I’m guessing the game will be tied and then the chiefs kick a field goal to win. Line is at 2.5 right now so you know Vegas gonna pull some bs and the Steelers gonna miss that line, that’s why I’m buying an extra point here just to be safe. I’m sure the Steelers are gonna be looking like they got the game in the bag at the end and then you get the infamous Vegas call. Mahomo and his butt buddies in the black and white gonna be kissing in the shower after this game. You could just take the chiefs to cover as well here but I wouldn’t be surprised if this is a trap game and Steelers somehow win given they’re still competing for division title.

Berg’s Picks:

Isiah Pacheco o39.5 Rushing Yards (-128) 1u

It’s gonna be a Pacheco Christmas. Steelers Run defense isn’t scary and Pacheco is due for that big game since coming back from injury. If the Chiefs want to 3 peat, they need to get there RB 1 going. They will be feeding him all day.

Isiah Pacheco Anytime TD (+150) 1u

He’s gonna score, gotta boost that confidence as we’re approaching the playoffs. Enough with the Hunt td vulching. 

Pat Freiermuth o24.5 Receiving Yards (-148) 1u

When Pickens returns the offense will open up for Muth. Can see him hitting these yards very easily.

Russell Wilson o1.5 Passing TDs (+108) 1u

Russ hasn’t been cooking recently. Only because he’s been without his #1 target Pickens. Expect him to find his form again the week

*Baltimore Ravens @ Houston Texans | 4:30 PM E.T. on Netflix*

Santi’s Picks:

Joe Mixon o19.5 Receiving Yards (-113) 1u

There’s one thing I have learned this season – bet on running backs receiving yards against the Ravens. The Ravens simply do not give a shit if you throw checkdowns or screens to your RB. The Ravens have allowed 632 receiving yards to RB’s through 15 games this season. For all the mathematicians out there, that averages out to about 42 yards per game allowed. I don’t see the Texans crappy offensive line establishing the run in this one and with one less threat at WR (Dell), I think this is where Mixon will have to get involved. Ogunbuwale will likely be the 3rd down pass catching back so he’s also worth a sprinkle for some alternate receiving yards if you are feeling frisky. 

C.J. Stroud o1.5 Passing TD’s (+136) 1u

I’m taking this solely based off the fact that the Ravens are just so hard to run against, you’ve gotta beat them through the air. This is a secondary that has let up 600 more passing yards than the Raiders and 25 total passing TDs this season. We saw Stroud face a great run defense in the Chiefs last week against Kansas City in which he tossed 2 touchdowns, it will likely be the same scenario here. Stroud has cleared this line in 3 of his last 5 games since Nico has returned off of IR. 

Doctor Candi’s Picks:

Joe Mixon o20.5 Receiving Yards (-125) 2u

This has just become a system play, RB receiving yards vs the Ravens. This is a system that nobody has been talking about that has just been printing money for me all year long. The only thing that gives me a tiny bit of hesitation is that the Texans like to use Dare Ogunbowale in the 2 min drill and on 3rd and long situations sometimes, but I still think Mixon goes over this line comfortably. It should also help that Nico Collins should see a lot of double coverage, so I expect Stroud to find Mixon on the 2nd, 3rd, or even 4th read. 

• SGP (-132) 1u
  • Lamar Jackson 175+ Passing Yards
  • CJ Stroud 200+ Passing Yards
  • Nico Collins 40+ Receiving Yards

Both of these run defenses have been very stingy, even for two elite running backs like Joe Mixon and King Henry, I wouldn’t be shocked to see both of them struggle to a bit here. We normally see teams attack both of these defenses through the air and we know both of these QBs are more than capable of airing it out. I have both QBs projected higher than their current lines, and feel very comfortable with the alternate lines listed above. I’m also sprinkling on the SGP below because I do believe this matchup has sneaky shootout potential:

King Will’s Picks:

Baltimore Ravens -5.5 (-110) 1u

Steelers fan betting the ravens, yes 100%. Baltimore is hitting their stride while the Texans season appears to be collapsing. I know seems like a lot of points for the ravens to be laying on the road against a playoff team, but i find the line telling. Expect a classic spot where Baltimore rolls by double digits.

Emperor’s Picks:

C.J. Stroud o224.5 Passing Yards (-195) 3u

Baltimore has one of the worst passing defenses in the league. This game won’t have any weather impact like the other games with the cold, so I’m loving this over for Stroud.

Stroud’s over is set for the 250sh range on most books, however I’m playing the alternate here to be sage. Rising 2 units to win a unit and change is perfectly fine with me here in regards to the matchup.

Stroud Boys Unite!

King Henry Anytime TD (-163) 2u

First official bet I placed when looking at this lovely Christmas slate.

The man has not scored in the past four games, yet he’s one of the best RBs in the game. The workload is picking up, and Harbs will get this man his Christmas Gift… a TD.

The King is scoring at least once, might even find it 4x (like Kamara did years ago).

Joe Mixon o20.5 Receiving Yards (-110) 2u

If the Doctor and Santi are on this, then you sure as hell can bet I’ll tail. Trust. Go read their explanations above for this pick.

John Metchie III o24.5 Receiving Yards (-150) 1u

Let Metchie Cook! He is WR2 now, unleash this man, Demarco!

With Tank Dell out for the remainder of the season (Praying for a speedy recovery), Metchie should be moving to the slot position. Baltimore D has struggled all season against the Pass, so this a matchup made in heaven.

Metchie is a future superstar if given the right opportunity. That opportunity begins on the Birthday of Jesus Christ!

John Metchie III Anytime TD (+475) 0.5u

Like I said above, Metchie is primed to be WR2 on Christmas Day. Why not a fun little sprinkle on the boy? The odds keep dropping so if you are joining the Metchie Train, hop on now (no diddy)!

Log’s Picks:

Ravens -9.5 (+172) 1u

Coming off a huge win against the Steelers last week I expect them to keep the ball rolling. This team is an offensive powerhouse that will put up points on you til they turn the lights off in the stadium. They are currently competing with the Steelers for the division title which is huge for them to secure home field advantage. Keeping that in mind I think they come out on Christmas and dominate. The Texans are a good team for sure but if the ravens get hot on offense to start the game there’s just no way they can keep up. With dell out now stroud only has Nico Collins and Dalton Schultz as reliable pass catchers for him. If the defense can limit points and the ravens do their thing, this should be a no sweat cover.

Derrick Henry Anytime TD (-190) 1u

Tailing the emperor here. Thesis: hasn’t scored in a while, not human more like a gorilla, can carry 3 defenders in the end zone if he chooses to. He’s due don’t fade

Joe Mixon Anytime TD (-135) 1u

Mixon has been a TD machine this year and last week marks the first time all season he didn’t find pay dirt in back to back weeks. I mean someone has to score for the Texans they ain’t gonna get shut out right? Texans run game has been solid all year and I expect them to lean on Mixon a bit this game now that their pass game is hindered.

Lamar Jackson o224.5 Passing Yards (+100) 1u

MVP type numbers this year and playing on Christmas with playoff seeding on the line. Ya this man gonna ball out. He smashed the over on this line 10 times this year and I’m counting on this game to be the 11th.

Nico Collins o6.5 Receptions (-114) 1u

Expecting him to get minimum 10 targets with dell out now. He’s the last man standing for this receiving corps and while Metchie has shown flashes, he’s got a long way to go before I’m confident throwing bets on him although I do expect him to have a good game per his standards. Nico’s receiving yards line is a little too high for me but I don’t wanna take the under on this guy. I think he’s proven himself to be a legit top 15 WR with how well he has played this year and how much of a deep threat he is. If he didn’t get hurt this year I’m pretty confident he’d be top 10 in fantasy points for receivers.

Berg’s Picks:

John Metchie III o24.5 Receiving Yards (-138) 1u

No Tank Dell, Metchie is gonna get the ball often and early. Could easily get way more than this.

NBA GAMES

*San Antonio Spurs @ New York Knicks | 12:00 PM E.T. on ABC/ESPN*

King Will’s Picks:

San Antonio Spurs +9 (-110) 1u

The Knicks have been great lately, but everytime people actually watch their games they underperform. After losing outright as heavy favorites in the quarter final round of the NBA Cup, taking the points with the better than expected spurs seems a safe bet.

Emperor’s Picks:

Victor Wembanyama o34.5 PRA (-190) 3u

Wemby has hit this over every single game this month and clears this PRA Total on his Season average alone. Biggest play of the day for me here and of course riding this alone as well as tailing the 2024 ReRack Christmas Parlay.

Wemby day! Also have .66u on the DK King of the Court Over 37.5 PRA +116.

*Minnesota Timberwolves @ Dallas Mavericks | 2:30 PM E.T. on ABC/ESPN*

no picks from the fellas, very soft

*Philadelphia 76ers @ Boston Celtics | 5:00 PM E.T. on ABC/ESPN*

Doctor Candi’s Picks:

Joel Embiid o24.5 Points (-140) 1u

I think this is a great spot for Embiid to bounce back here after being ejected against the Spurs. I looked at 1Q o6.5 points as well but I don’t want to get too cute. I’ve seen this line creep up to 27.5 on some books, I’ll lay the extra juice with the 25+ line here. The 76ers will obviously have to stay aggressive here vs Boston. The volume should be there, if he’s even somewhat efficient Embiid should clear this line easily. 

King Will’s Picks:

Boston Celtics -9 (-108) 2u

Bad sixers team against maybe the best team in the league. I’d play Boston in this spot if it was -19. Lay the points, don’t watch the game.

*Los Angeles Lakers @ Golden State Warriors | 8:00 PM E.T. on ABC/ESPN*

Emperor’s Picks:

LeBron James o39.5 PRA (-110) 1u

I can’t believe I’m doing this but LeBron James vs the Warriors is just a complete different type of baller. If he doesn’t hit this, he will forever be banned by the Emperor.

LBJ on Christmas with an enticing matchup is just a system play. Let’s see how this goes.

Please don’t forget MJ still and always will be the Goat.

*Denver Nuggets @ Phoenix Suns | 10:30 PM E.T. on ABC/ESPN*

no picks from the fellas, very soft

Bonus Plays (Not Officially Tracked)

Doctor Candi’s Picks:

• SGP (+650) 0.2u
  • C.J. Stroud o246.5 pass yds 
  • Lamar Jackson o216.5 pass yds 
  • Nico Collins o92.5 rec yds 
  • Joe Mixon o20.5 rec yds

Berg’s Picks:

• 1st Half TD Parlay (+978) 2.3u
  • Isiah Pacheco 1st Half TD
  • King Henry 1st Half TD