As the injury list grows, and seven starting QBs have been benched for injuries or more than likely, not completing the pass; we have some surprising teams starting at 0-2 and other surprises at 2-0.
The craptastic section of the week:
We have a few games in this section this week, mostly because we have more bottom of the barrel teams playing middle of the line teams who have difficulty putting up the points.
Steelers @ Buccaneers
All right, I've offended some people, how could I put the Steelers game in the craptastic section this week when they and the Bucs have proven most analysts wrong by going 2-0. Easy, one, they are playing the Bucs whose two wins came against the Browns and the Panthers. Two, they have only beaten both their opponents by 14 points total... for both games. (Read: they average 17 points a game.) Three, the Steelers are 31st in the NFL for total yards gained, and also 31st for passing yards. While I believe the Steelers will win this one on the road regardless of the Bucs' D, I do think Polamalu deserves a raise for his part on this QB stricken team. Steelers finish this week 3-0.
Bills @ Patriots
The Bills are 0-2 and play like it. The Patriots are 1-1 after losing to the Jets last week and Tom Brady has never looked that pissed off after losing a game-(even the Super Bowl to the Giants to end a perfect season.) Brady will take his frustrations out on a hapless Bills team. Pats win.
Browns @ Ravens
The Browns are 0-2, by the end of this week they will be 0-3, and Mangenius will continue to sweat about the security of his job. The Ravens, while a powerhouse on defense, also struggle on offense and have averaged 10 points a game (30th in the NFL) while going 1-1 these last two weeks. While I'm certain the Ravens will win at home, I don't see this as a potentially exciting match up.
Lions @ Vikings
The two 0-2 teams of the NFC North, awesome. The Lions lost their QB Matt Stafford in Week One, and have hurt ever since because of it. While they have only lost by 8 points total in the first two weeks of the season, they are headed to a desperate Vikings team with an even more desperate Brett Favre at the helm. While Favre may be feeling enough pressure to throw a few picks, he also has won games at the last minute when his team needed it. I don't think Shaun Hill has this capability yet. Vikings win at home.
Raiders @ Cardinals
While the change at QB helped the Raiders overcome the Rams last week, I don't think the Cards will fall for that at home. Cards win.
Not craptastic but not fantastic:
Titans @ Giants
I think Tom Coughlin sucks at play calling. I also think Jeff Fisher regrets paying QB Vince Young as a franchise QB when he consistently runs hot and cold. It's a good thing that Kerry Collins is a around. While Eli Manning's offense doesn't protect him in the pocket, I do think the Giants will be able to pull off the win at home if they keep Chris Johnson contained.
Bengals @ Panthers
The only reason this game makes it in the middle of the line section is because it will be interesting to see how Clausen starts in the NFL. It will be different than his years at Notre Dame, but hopefully he plays better than Matt Moore. Even with this change at QB and the Panthers playing at home, I'm still fairly certain the Bengals will come out with the win.
49ers @ Chiefs
While the 49ers got their groove back last week when they hosted the Saints at home, they have already demonstrated their ability on the road against a tough 12th man. I'm not sure how Qwest Field stands up in comparison to playing at Arrowhead, but I'm fairly certain Arrowhead is much more difficult. The Chiefs go 3-0, 49ers, 0-3.
Redsk!ns @ Rams
Sometimes I wonder if Spagnuolo would rather be defensive coordinator under Tom Coughlin. Until then, he needs to learn how to manage the clock, especially in the last few minutes of the game to optimize his winning potential. The Rams have only lost by 6 points total in the first two weeks of the season. I'm not sure how close they'll be to losing in this game, but I'm fairly certain Shanny and the Sk!ns come away with the win.
Eagles @ Jaguars
While the Jags looked tough at home in Week One, they also proved to be their old selves on the road in Week Two. I think the Eagles are good enough to beat the Jags at home even while their defense has given up 60 points in the first two games. Besides, I'll take Vick over Garrard any day.
Colts @ Broncos
The two horsey teams are 1-1, and at the end of this game, I think the Colts may beat my beloved Broncos. I'll be decked out in my blue and orange, but I don't think the various insults I hurl at Peyton Manning from the couch will discourage his playing ability. The Broncos also have key injuries to Champ Baily and Andre Goodman, who may play, and Knowshon Moreno who injured his hamstring at yesterday's practice. I also don't know how the Broncos will respond to losing a fellow player to suicide earlier this week. The two players who were killed in 2007 were lost in the off season. So while the Broncos know of this heartache because of recent experience, it will still put a much different spin on the regular season. R.I.P. Kenny McKinley.
Chargers @ Seahawks
Two teams who are 1-1, the big difference maker here is going to be the 12th man. Qwest Field was able to shut down a very good 49ers team with Pete Carroll's rah-rah spirit in Week One. The Chiefs' 12th man shut down a competitive Chargers team in Week One. The Chargers will suffer the same fate that the 49ers did at Qwest Field. Seahawks win.
Fantastic Competitions:
Cowboys @ Texans
The Texans have been playing too well (2-0) and the Cowboys look too confused (0-2) for the Texans to throw away the Lone Star State rivalry at home. Texans win. (And I laugh at the schmoes of Wade Phillips and Tony Roschmoe.)
Falcons @ Saints
The Falcons aren't the breakout team that they were last year, but they are competitive even after they went toe-to-toe with the Steelers for a loss in Week One. They also want a top spot in this division, and the way to win this division is through New Orleans. Even though the Saints have a huge loss with the injury to Reggie Bush, Coach Sean Payton and QB Drew Brees are crafty and talented enough to win without him. Saints win at home.
Jets @ Dolphins
I knew the Dolphins had improved in the off season, I didn't know how much they had improved. At 2-0 they are leading the AFC East and show no signs of slowing down to the division rival and trash talking Jets team. Even though the Jets had a big win against the Pats last week, they are facing a Dolphins team who picked them apart last year and have improved their cornerback position and have a faster linebacker corps. The Dolphins also run the ball well and they don't have to worry about the injured Darrelle Revis on defense.
Packers @ Bears
The 2-0 NFC North match up should be a great Monday Night game. While I predicted the Packers would be 2-0, I didn't think the Bears QB would take that quickly to a new offensive system. I still don't have the faith that it will work the entire season as when Cutler comes under pressure no one can save the amount of INTs thrown. Mike Martz and Lovie Smith may be looking for new jobs when the wheels come off their team. The Pack wins at Chicago.
Friday, September 24, 2010
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Week Two Picks
Wow. I did not see a few of those losses coming last week. And neither did the Jets, Bengals, Chargers, Colts, or 49ers. (Nor did the Lions foresee losing their QB Matt Stafford for a few weeks due to a separated shoulder or losing the game because Calvin Johnson set the ball down too soon therefore "not completing the pass").
Anywho, the crap game of the week goes to:
Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Carolina Panthers
The Panthers are playing at home and they put up 18 points against Eli Manning and the Giants last week. The Bucs won last week against... the Browns. Both teams will be 1-1 at the end of this game. Panthers win.
Better than craptastic but not fantastic:
Kansas City Chiefs @ Cleveland Browns
The Browns are the Browns and Mangenius stumbles on his own words. They are hosting the KC Chiefs who are showing up to town with some new muscles, new attitude, and a completely new look. Not only is the AFC West a little frightened, so are the Browns. Chiefs win.
St. Louis Rams @ Oakland Raiders
This is a difficult game for me to call. The Raiders talked big for losing big to the Titans last week, and the Rams stayed competitive with the Cards till the end. I think the Rams are a better built team especially with Sam Bradford-but he can't carry them all the time. The Rams are also playing in the Black Hole, but I think they're hungry enough for a win on the road.
Chicago Bears @ Dallas Cowboys
The Bears got lucky last week against the Lions with the call on Calvin Johnson not completing the pass and taking out QB Matthew Stafford. While Dallas appears to still be confused about being a competitive football team, they were also embarrassed at FedEx field last week and won't let that happen at home. Boys win.
Arizona Cardinals @ Atlanta Falcons
The Cards won last week against a Rams team that's still fighting its way up from the bottom of the barrel. The Falcons kept pace with a Steelers team missing their franchise QB and are playing at home. I think Matt Ryan will outplay Derek Anderson. Falcons win.
Seattle Seahawks @ Denver Broncos
The Seahawks surprised the hell out of me last week in their pummeling of the 49ers. I was also greatly disappointed in the Broncos loss to Jacksonville. I'm also not sure how the Seahawks will play without their 12th man, and Mile High is a somewhat difficult stadium for away teams to win in. I'll take Kyle Orton and his Broncos at home even though their 12th man's fickle loyalty is second only to the Eagles fan base.
New Orleans Saints @ San Francisco 49ers
This may have been a high caliber game except for the fact that the 49ers absolutely imploded last week. The Saints come to San Fran with their experienced receiver corps at the ready and the 49ers will be happy if they can get their plays called on time.
Saints win.
Jacksonville Jaguars @ San Diego Chargers
The Jags fought hard last week to win their home opener and to keep Del Rio as their coach. The Chargers usually start slow in September, and they kept that trend as they slogged through the rain at Kansas City Monday night. However, I don't believe that starting with an embarrassing loss to the Chiefs will have them slow at home against the Jags. Chargers win.
Miami Dolphins @ Minnesota Vikings
While Favre still loves football-he is also awfully tired as he couldn't bounce back to form in the second half against the Saints last week. The Dolphins are coming to town, and while it looks as though they are improving in every way, they also have to compete against Minnesota's defense at home. I don't think they get it done. Vikings win.
Philadelphia Eagles @ Detroit Lions
The Lions suffered a heartbreaking loss of game and QB last week. The Eagles lost at home to a very good Packers team and also lost their starting QB. The big difference here is that the Eagles have Michael Vick in to sub and the Lions have... who again? Still, I think the Lions' Defense is strong enough to keep Vick in the pocket and force him to throw and therefore make some mistakes. I pick the Lions to win at home.
Buffalo Bills @ Green Bay Packers
I still think the Pack could go all the way this year, and the Bills just aren't that strong of a team. (Read: they lack receiver depth.) The Pack has an easy win at home.
Now for the fantastic games! (Or fantastic competition and the really hyped up ones. Yay.)
New York Giants @ Indianapolis Colts
I still think the Colts' glory days are slowly fading. I also still think that the Giants haven't played as great as they did when they beat the Pats in the Super Bowl. Still, this game gets all the hype because of THE MANNING BROTHERS dun-dun, dun.... Let's see, the Colts are playing at home, Peyton has more MVPs, and he doesn't start 0-2. Colts, er... I mean big brother wins.
New England Patriots @ New York Jets
Tom Brady still hates the Jets, but he thinks their fan base is more loyal. Rex Ryan and the Jets talked a lot of smack in the off season but their offense was shut down by the Ravens last week. Even with the Jets playing at home and not wanting to start 0-2 at home I still think actions will speak louder than words. Pats get it done in the Meadowlands.
Baltimore Ravens @ Cincinnati Bengals
While the Bengals are playing at home and they most certainly have the offensive weapons to win, they didn't demonstrate last week that they could get it done. The Baltimore Defense has a great white shark in Ray Lewis who smells the blood of whoever is handling the football and will eat them alive. Lewis and the D will be all over the offense and will effectively shut it down enough so that the middle-of-the-line Ravens offense can put up a few more points for the win.
Pittsburgh Steelers @ Tennessee Titans
While the Steelers have one of the best defenses this season, and they are seemingly operating just fine with Dennis Dixon at the helm-they are also facing Jeff Fisher, QB Vince Young, and Chris Johnson on their home field. I think the Titans will be able to pull out a win.
Houston Texans @ Washington Redsk!ns
This game got a lot more interesting with the offensive minds of Head Coaches Kubiak and Shanahan going head-to-head. Kubiak has been building his team for years while Shanny just showed up in D.C. The Texans are also effective in their passing and running game and defense. Arian Foster will also run all over the Redsk!ns who quite honestly had a few of their TDs handed to them by the Cowboys last week. Texans win.
Anywho, the crap game of the week goes to:
Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Carolina Panthers
The Panthers are playing at home and they put up 18 points against Eli Manning and the Giants last week. The Bucs won last week against... the Browns. Both teams will be 1-1 at the end of this game. Panthers win.
Better than craptastic but not fantastic:
Kansas City Chiefs @ Cleveland Browns
The Browns are the Browns and Mangenius stumbles on his own words. They are hosting the KC Chiefs who are showing up to town with some new muscles, new attitude, and a completely new look. Not only is the AFC West a little frightened, so are the Browns. Chiefs win.
St. Louis Rams @ Oakland Raiders
This is a difficult game for me to call. The Raiders talked big for losing big to the Titans last week, and the Rams stayed competitive with the Cards till the end. I think the Rams are a better built team especially with Sam Bradford-but he can't carry them all the time. The Rams are also playing in the Black Hole, but I think they're hungry enough for a win on the road.
Chicago Bears @ Dallas Cowboys
The Bears got lucky last week against the Lions with the call on Calvin Johnson not completing the pass and taking out QB Matthew Stafford. While Dallas appears to still be confused about being a competitive football team, they were also embarrassed at FedEx field last week and won't let that happen at home. Boys win.
Arizona Cardinals @ Atlanta Falcons
The Cards won last week against a Rams team that's still fighting its way up from the bottom of the barrel. The Falcons kept pace with a Steelers team missing their franchise QB and are playing at home. I think Matt Ryan will outplay Derek Anderson. Falcons win.
Seattle Seahawks @ Denver Broncos
The Seahawks surprised the hell out of me last week in their pummeling of the 49ers. I was also greatly disappointed in the Broncos loss to Jacksonville. I'm also not sure how the Seahawks will play without their 12th man, and Mile High is a somewhat difficult stadium for away teams to win in. I'll take Kyle Orton and his Broncos at home even though their 12th man's fickle loyalty is second only to the Eagles fan base.
New Orleans Saints @ San Francisco 49ers
This may have been a high caliber game except for the fact that the 49ers absolutely imploded last week. The Saints come to San Fran with their experienced receiver corps at the ready and the 49ers will be happy if they can get their plays called on time.
Saints win.
Jacksonville Jaguars @ San Diego Chargers
The Jags fought hard last week to win their home opener and to keep Del Rio as their coach. The Chargers usually start slow in September, and they kept that trend as they slogged through the rain at Kansas City Monday night. However, I don't believe that starting with an embarrassing loss to the Chiefs will have them slow at home against the Jags. Chargers win.
Miami Dolphins @ Minnesota Vikings
While Favre still loves football-he is also awfully tired as he couldn't bounce back to form in the second half against the Saints last week. The Dolphins are coming to town, and while it looks as though they are improving in every way, they also have to compete against Minnesota's defense at home. I don't think they get it done. Vikings win.
Philadelphia Eagles @ Detroit Lions
The Lions suffered a heartbreaking loss of game and QB last week. The Eagles lost at home to a very good Packers team and also lost their starting QB. The big difference here is that the Eagles have Michael Vick in to sub and the Lions have... who again? Still, I think the Lions' Defense is strong enough to keep Vick in the pocket and force him to throw and therefore make some mistakes. I pick the Lions to win at home.
Buffalo Bills @ Green Bay Packers
I still think the Pack could go all the way this year, and the Bills just aren't that strong of a team. (Read: they lack receiver depth.) The Pack has an easy win at home.
Now for the fantastic games! (Or fantastic competition and the really hyped up ones. Yay.)
New York Giants @ Indianapolis Colts
I still think the Colts' glory days are slowly fading. I also still think that the Giants haven't played as great as they did when they beat the Pats in the Super Bowl. Still, this game gets all the hype because of THE MANNING BROTHERS dun-dun, dun.... Let's see, the Colts are playing at home, Peyton has more MVPs, and he doesn't start 0-2. Colts, er... I mean big brother wins.
New England Patriots @ New York Jets
Tom Brady still hates the Jets, but he thinks their fan base is more loyal. Rex Ryan and the Jets talked a lot of smack in the off season but their offense was shut down by the Ravens last week. Even with the Jets playing at home and not wanting to start 0-2 at home I still think actions will speak louder than words. Pats get it done in the Meadowlands.
Baltimore Ravens @ Cincinnati Bengals
While the Bengals are playing at home and they most certainly have the offensive weapons to win, they didn't demonstrate last week that they could get it done. The Baltimore Defense has a great white shark in Ray Lewis who smells the blood of whoever is handling the football and will eat them alive. Lewis and the D will be all over the offense and will effectively shut it down enough so that the middle-of-the-line Ravens offense can put up a few more points for the win.
Pittsburgh Steelers @ Tennessee Titans
While the Steelers have one of the best defenses this season, and they are seemingly operating just fine with Dennis Dixon at the helm-they are also facing Jeff Fisher, QB Vince Young, and Chris Johnson on their home field. I think the Titans will be able to pull out a win.
Houston Texans @ Washington Redsk!ns
This game got a lot more interesting with the offensive minds of Head Coaches Kubiak and Shanahan going head-to-head. Kubiak has been building his team for years while Shanny just showed up in D.C. The Texans are also effective in their passing and running game and defense. Arian Foster will also run all over the Redsk!ns who quite honestly had a few of their TDs handed to them by the Cowboys last week. Texans win.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
NFL on FOX: Fired Up! Terry Bradshaw dishes on Roethlisberger
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Week One (minus the Season Opener)
All right, let's work from the bottom up this week, shall we? Let's face it, no matter how much we love our football--even the hardiest die-hard football fan has that one game they just don't care about.
Cleveland Browns @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Crap. This game will be absolute crap. I'd rather walk a couple blocks away to the high school stadium, sit behind the football moms with milk jugs filled with sand as their noise makers and watch that game. Bucs win.
Middle of the Line:
These games will be tolerable, and enjoyable if you're actually a fan of one of the teams.
Miami Dolphins @ Buffalo Bills
While I think both teams have improved since last season, I also think they play in an extremely difficult division. (Read: Pats and Jets are the other teams in this division.) While this will be a good game, I'm not yet seeing the playoff potential. Fish win.
Denver Broncos @ Jacksonville Jaguars
Many will be surprised that I have rated my beloved Broncos as a middle of the line game. Let's face it, the team that started 6-0 last season finished the season by going 2-8. I'm not impressed. I think Coach McDaniels needs another year now that he has that cancer Marshall off the team and a different defensive coordinator. (Good luck with Marshall, Phins). But the Broncos also need to prove it to me this year, and they better start off the season with a win against troubled Jacksonville. (Del Rio, start working on your resume, buddy.) Broncos win.
Atlanta Falcons @ Pittsburgh Steelers
Yes, I know, as does the world, that Dennis Dixon is starting for the Steelers. Got it, thanks. That's what happens when the starting QB is a douche who doesn't know how to treat women. Yes, I know that the charges were dropped. You know what else I think? I think someone was paid handsomely to claim that while his young victim was bloody and bruised there wasn't enough evidence for rape. Bullsh!t.
Steelers will continue to eat some of their humble pie. Falcons win.
Oakland Raiders @ Tennessee Titans
I am having a difficult time listing this as a middle of the line game. But the Faders may actually have something going for them this year. It'll be interesting to see how they start the season against the Titans. Still, I'm going with Tennessee for the win.
Carolina Panthers @ New York Giants
I think the Giants as the underdogs were meant to win the Super Bowl a couple of years ago and bring the perfect Patriots to their knees. Since then, they haven't played a high caliber of football. And the Panthers, are... well, the Panthers. Giants win.
Detroit Lions @ Chicago Bears
Does anyone else get the chant "Lions, and Tigers, and Bears oh my!" stuck in their head after hearing about this match up? Anywho, I think the Lions have figured out a lot this season and are anxious to debut their stuff against their division rival. The Bears have brought in a fresh offensive coordinator to further confuse QB Jay Cutler which could also mean another season high of INTs. Lions win.
Arizona Cardinals @ St. Louis Rams
I'm not sure if the QB question in the desert is settled as Derek Anderson has been promoted to starter. Franchise QB? Probably not, but they also needed someone who had more emotional stability than Leinart. Bye Leinart. I like Sam Bradford at QB for the Rams, and maybe Coach Spagnuolo has something new figured out this season. I'll take the Rams to beat the Cards.
San Francisco 49ers @ Seattle Seahawks
Sorry Seattle, you have to start against Coach Singletary, a hardass coach who thinks he has something to prove. And I bet his team will pay for it if they don't take this win. 49ers beat the Hawks.
San Deigo Chargers @ Kansas City Chiefs
WOOHOO! It's a division rivalry! It's going to be a competitive match! It's going to be... oh wait, the Chiefs? Dude. While everyone is saying they've created enough changes to actually be a contender this year, it might be mid season before they figure out what they have. Chargers win in Arrowhead.
Now for the games with some competitive, amazing football. Hopefully.
Cincinnati Bengals @ New England Patriots
I do think the Patriots are fading from their glory days, but it's a slow fade, and they're still a tough team to beat. The Pats will have a competitive match in the Bengals with the rampant, headcase personalities of Ochocinco, T.O., Pacman Jones, and Tank Johnson. I think they'll be able to beat the Pats at Foxboro. Bengals win.
Indianapolis Colts @ Houston Texans
I also think the Colts are fading from their glory days despite their appearance in the Super Bowl last year. (Maybe some of their competitive edge was lost in the retirement of Dungy, just saying.) Anyway, the Texans are really starting to be a contender and this game should be exciting with solid offenses and defenses operating on both teams. I pick the Texans to win at home.
Green Bay Packers @ Philadelphia Eagles
I rarely make Super Bowl predictions in the first week of the season, but I honestly think the Pack will make it all the way this year barring too many injuries. Also, I don't think new Eagle starting QB Kevin Kolb has a real grounding in being a QB in the NFL yet. Cheeseheads win.
Dallas Cowboys @ Washington Redsk!ns
Now here's an interesting division rivalry this week! While I think Coach Wade Phillips and QB Tony Romo are complete schmoes, the Cowboys will probably be a competitive team this year. I also think that Coach Shanny will be trotting out his tired old offensive schemes that he used with the Broncos and his son Kyle used with Texans. While they are good, they are well known. Also, just in, QB Donovan McNabb has a sprained ankle but will be probable to play. For a few series. Anyway, Cowboys win.
Baltimore Ravens @ New York Jets
Big mouths, big games, both are amazing on both sides of the ball. The only thing swaying me in this game is the Ravens already have some injuries, and they'll be playing to hang on until the 2nd half of the season when Ed Reed is able to return. Add that factor to the Jets playing at home, and I'll take the Jets for the win.
Cleveland Browns @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Crap. This game will be absolute crap. I'd rather walk a couple blocks away to the high school stadium, sit behind the football moms with milk jugs filled with sand as their noise makers and watch that game. Bucs win.
Middle of the Line:
These games will be tolerable, and enjoyable if you're actually a fan of one of the teams.
Miami Dolphins @ Buffalo Bills
While I think both teams have improved since last season, I also think they play in an extremely difficult division. (Read: Pats and Jets are the other teams in this division.) While this will be a good game, I'm not yet seeing the playoff potential. Fish win.
Denver Broncos @ Jacksonville Jaguars
Many will be surprised that I have rated my beloved Broncos as a middle of the line game. Let's face it, the team that started 6-0 last season finished the season by going 2-8. I'm not impressed. I think Coach McDaniels needs another year now that he has that cancer Marshall off the team and a different defensive coordinator. (Good luck with Marshall, Phins). But the Broncos also need to prove it to me this year, and they better start off the season with a win against troubled Jacksonville. (Del Rio, start working on your resume, buddy.) Broncos win.
Atlanta Falcons @ Pittsburgh Steelers
Yes, I know, as does the world, that Dennis Dixon is starting for the Steelers. Got it, thanks. That's what happens when the starting QB is a douche who doesn't know how to treat women. Yes, I know that the charges were dropped. You know what else I think? I think someone was paid handsomely to claim that while his young victim was bloody and bruised there wasn't enough evidence for rape. Bullsh!t.
Steelers will continue to eat some of their humble pie. Falcons win.
Oakland Raiders @ Tennessee Titans
I am having a difficult time listing this as a middle of the line game. But the Faders may actually have something going for them this year. It'll be interesting to see how they start the season against the Titans. Still, I'm going with Tennessee for the win.
Carolina Panthers @ New York Giants
I think the Giants as the underdogs were meant to win the Super Bowl a couple of years ago and bring the perfect Patriots to their knees. Since then, they haven't played a high caliber of football. And the Panthers, are... well, the Panthers. Giants win.
Detroit Lions @ Chicago Bears
Does anyone else get the chant "Lions, and Tigers, and Bears oh my!" stuck in their head after hearing about this match up? Anywho, I think the Lions have figured out a lot this season and are anxious to debut their stuff against their division rival. The Bears have brought in a fresh offensive coordinator to further confuse QB Jay Cutler which could also mean another season high of INTs. Lions win.
Arizona Cardinals @ St. Louis Rams
I'm not sure if the QB question in the desert is settled as Derek Anderson has been promoted to starter. Franchise QB? Probably not, but they also needed someone who had more emotional stability than Leinart. Bye Leinart. I like Sam Bradford at QB for the Rams, and maybe Coach Spagnuolo has something new figured out this season. I'll take the Rams to beat the Cards.
San Francisco 49ers @ Seattle Seahawks
Sorry Seattle, you have to start against Coach Singletary, a hardass coach who thinks he has something to prove. And I bet his team will pay for it if they don't take this win. 49ers beat the Hawks.
San Deigo Chargers @ Kansas City Chiefs
WOOHOO! It's a division rivalry! It's going to be a competitive match! It's going to be... oh wait, the Chiefs? Dude. While everyone is saying they've created enough changes to actually be a contender this year, it might be mid season before they figure out what they have. Chargers win in Arrowhead.
Now for the games with some competitive, amazing football. Hopefully.
Cincinnati Bengals @ New England Patriots
I do think the Patriots are fading from their glory days, but it's a slow fade, and they're still a tough team to beat. The Pats will have a competitive match in the Bengals with the rampant, headcase personalities of Ochocinco, T.O., Pacman Jones, and Tank Johnson. I think they'll be able to beat the Pats at Foxboro. Bengals win.
Indianapolis Colts @ Houston Texans
I also think the Colts are fading from their glory days despite their appearance in the Super Bowl last year. (Maybe some of their competitive edge was lost in the retirement of Dungy, just saying.) Anyway, the Texans are really starting to be a contender and this game should be exciting with solid offenses and defenses operating on both teams. I pick the Texans to win at home.
Green Bay Packers @ Philadelphia Eagles
I rarely make Super Bowl predictions in the first week of the season, but I honestly think the Pack will make it all the way this year barring too many injuries. Also, I don't think new Eagle starting QB Kevin Kolb has a real grounding in being a QB in the NFL yet. Cheeseheads win.
Dallas Cowboys @ Washington Redsk!ns
Now here's an interesting division rivalry this week! While I think Coach Wade Phillips and QB Tony Romo are complete schmoes, the Cowboys will probably be a competitive team this year. I also think that Coach Shanny will be trotting out his tired old offensive schemes that he used with the Broncos and his son Kyle used with Texans. While they are good, they are well known. Also, just in, QB Donovan McNabb has a sprained ankle but will be probable to play. For a few series. Anyway, Cowboys win.
Baltimore Ravens @ New York Jets
Big mouths, big games, both are amazing on both sides of the ball. The only thing swaying me in this game is the Ravens already have some injuries, and they'll be playing to hang on until the 2nd half of the season when Ed Reed is able to return. Add that factor to the Jets playing at home, and I'll take the Jets for the win.
Thursday, September 9, 2010
IT'S THE SEASON OPENER!!!
And I almost forgot about my blog. Ha.
Even though the National Anthem just played in the Vikings @ Saints game I can still make my pick, and then get my act together for Sunday and Monday.
Vikings @ Saints
I'm predicting this game to be a close one. But alas, the Saints will pull out the win. Why? They are riding on an all-time high after winning their first Super Bowl. Coach Sean Payton and QB Drew Brees are amazing leaders. And... on the other side... we have Coach Chilly who's still whining that there were late hits on his antique QB in the last NFC Championship game. The Vikings can only make it so far with that kind of leadership ability in their Coach. "I didn't win. So I'm going to whine. And pout. And whine some more."
See you on the flip side of this game when I make my picks for the rest of Week One. (I just figured it would be fair to make this post before the clock clicks down too far in this game.)
Even though the National Anthem just played in the Vikings @ Saints game I can still make my pick, and then get my act together for Sunday and Monday.
Vikings @ Saints
I'm predicting this game to be a close one. But alas, the Saints will pull out the win. Why? They are riding on an all-time high after winning their first Super Bowl. Coach Sean Payton and QB Drew Brees are amazing leaders. And... on the other side... we have Coach Chilly who's still whining that there were late hits on his antique QB in the last NFC Championship game. The Vikings can only make it so far with that kind of leadership ability in their Coach. "I didn't win. So I'm going to whine. And pout. And whine some more."
See you on the flip side of this game when I make my picks for the rest of Week One. (I just figured it would be fair to make this post before the clock clicks down too far in this game.)
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