Thanksgiving is here, which means food, family and football. It means the Dallas Cowboys and the Detroit Lions (for some reason). Then there is a New England Patriots game to boot. What about the spread and Vegas? And what do I think?

Houston Texans (-3.5) at Detroit Lions: Houston's defense has been worse since Brian Cushing went down. They gave up 37 to the Jaguars! Going on the road on a short week is tough. Picks: Lions, +3.5.

Washington Redskins at Dallas Cowboys (-3.5): The Cowboys are on a little bit of a roll, but the face RGIII. I don't really like either team. But I will endorse another win for Dallas and give away the points. Dallas, -3.5.

New York Jets at New England Patriots (-7): Th Jets are coming off a win. But they are on the road. And they are still the Jets. Pats, -7.

Enjoy your turkey and football! We'll be back tomorrow for more picks against the spread.