A document used to forecast the outcomes of professional football games scheduled for the fifth week of the National Football League season. This document typically lists all the games occurring during that week, allowing participants to select the predicted winner of each contest. For example, a participant might indicate the Buffalo Bills to win against the Jacksonville Jaguars on their submitted selection form.
These prediction sheets foster engagement and friendly competition among participants, enhancing the viewing experience of professional football. Their historical roots lie in informal office pools and social gatherings, evolving into widespread online contests with significant prizes and participation rates. The activity encourages strategic thinking and an understanding of team dynamics, statistics, and current player conditions.