New York Jets vs Buffalo Bills Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/4

NFL Game preview

The New York Jets head to Highmark Stadium to take on the Buffalo Bills in Week 18 of the 2025 NFL season. This game will be played on Sunday, January 4, 2026, with kickoff set for 4:25 PM on CBS. Fans should prepare for a very cold day with light snow expected in Orchard Park, NY.

The Jets come into this game with a 3-13 record, struggling on the road with just one win. Their division record is 0-5, which they hope to improve against the Bills. On the other hand, the Bills have a strong 11-5 record, including a solid 6-2 at home. They will look to secure another win in front of their fans and improve their 3-2 division record.

New York Jets Team Preview

The New York Jets have struggled in recent games. They lost to the New England Patriots 42-10. Their passing game only gained 143 yards, while their rushing game did slightly better with 164 yards.

In the game against the New Orleans Saints, the Jets fell 29-6. Their passing yards were 131, and they managed 64 rushing yards. The Jets also had a fumble and an interception in this game.

The Jets faced the Jacksonville Jaguars and lost 48-20. They earned 154 passing yards and 130 rushing yards. However, they threw three interceptions, which hurt their chances of winning.

Jets vs Bills Game Day Info

  • Sport: NFL
  • Teams: New York Jets vs. Buffalo Bills
  • Venue: Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, NY USA
  • Date: Sunday, January 4, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Jets Moneyline +290, Bills Moneyline -365

Buffalo Bills Team Preview

The Buffalo Bills have shown strong offensive performances in recent games. Against the Bengals, they scored 39-34, with Josh Allen throwing for 233 passing yards and three touchdowns. James Cook has also been a key player, rushing for 80 yards in that game.

On the defensive side, the Bills have been effective in creating turnovers. They recovered two fumbles and intercepted two passes in their victory over the Bengals. Matt Milano and Greg Rousseau have been notable contributors, with Milano recording nine solo tackles and two sacks against the Patriots.

The Bills face some injury challenges going into Week 18. Key players like Jordan Poyer and Matt Prater are questionable, impacting both defense and special teams. Despite these setbacks, the Bills have depth, particularly at wide receiver and running back positions, which could help them in the upcoming game.

BTB Betting Pick

The current spread has the Bills favored by 7 points. The Jets’ offense ranks 23rd in scoring, while the Bills rank 2nd. Given the Bills’ strong offensive performance, they are likely to cover the spread with a projected score of Bills 28, Jets 17.

The total for the game is set at 38 points. The Jets have a solid defense, ranked 3rd in opponent offensive yards, and the Bills have a decent defense as well. With both defenses in play, the total is likely to stay under, with a projected total score of 45.