Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Week 10 NFL Predictions

Denver at Cleveland

This week due to the NFL Network football has begun being played on Thursday nights. I am too late to make a prediction on the game, but I will give you my 2 cents on the game. Jay Cutler looked as good as ever throwing for 447 yards. The Broncos keep playing games with the fans on whether or not the team that is a contender to win the AFC West will show up and play or if the team that lost to the Kansas City Chiefs will show up. They looked good and were good enough to win against the new Browns, as the Brady Quinn era has begun. Quinn looked pretty comfortable on the field for the most part. A great first half and decent second was rather impressive for making an NFL debut. However, on the game's final drive Quinn did look vulnerable on the field as he looked nervous and rattled throwing the ball low and in a difficult location to pick up a 4th and 1. Look for big things to come from Brady Quinn for the remaining of the Browns season.

New Orleans at Atlanta

New Orleans at Atlanta is a toss up. The Saints rather disappointing thus far in the season. A Super Bowl contender for some and now last in the South. The Falcons, led by a rookie quarterback and a affective tag team backfield in Turner and Norwood, are one of the best surprises of the season. Here I see the magical season of the Falcons continuing as Matt Ryan leads Atlanta right past a vulnerable defense and hold on to close game 27-24.

Tennessee at Chicago

The Titans coming off a hard hitting and overtime win against Green Bay roll into the Windy City unbeaten and the NFL's best 1-2 punch. The Bears coming off a come back win against the defeated Lions come in without starting quarterback Kyle Orton. Orton still wanting to give it a go, will most likely give the nod to Sexy Rexy. The Bears defense still one of the tops in the game, however, I see the Titans running game continuing to run on everybody. Johnson a threat to the end zone everytime he touches it and LenDale White leading the League in TD's will get the win on the road in another hard hitting game against a NFC North team. Bears fall short and the Titans remain unbeaten with a 23-13 victory.

Jacksonville at Detroit

One week after handing the previously winless Bengels their first win of the year, the Jags head into Mo Town taking on another winless team in the Lions. The lonely Lions turn to recently unretired Daunte Culpepper to help them get at least one victory this season. The Jaguars looking to get another victory and stay in the hunt for a wild card spot in the AFC. Look for Jones-Drew and Fred Taylor get on track and set up Garrard with some deep play action passes to Matt Jones for Jaguar victory in Detroit. Jacksonville wins 31-17

Seattle at Miami

Seattle has struggled all year long this year with poor play and multiple injuries. I see the wildcat offense and Joey Porter and company moving right on past the Seahawks. Dolphins win 28-13.

Green Bay at Minnesota

The Packers coming off a well played game against Tennessee, meet there division rivals once again. Minnesota playing better and at home. It wouldn't seem possible for Aaron Rodgers to win at the Metro dome in his first career game but I am taking the Pack to up end the Vikings run with a 34-21 victory with a Woodson pick 6 in the final quarter.

Buffalo at New England

The Bills started out the year hot on a 5-1 record, but have lost the last 2 games, both to divisional opponents, now travel to New England. The Pats haven't looked all that great either, especially with no healthy running backs. I think this is a statement game for both teams as the winner will take command in the division and an upper hand until their next match up in the upcoming month. I'll take the road Bills to win 24-20.

St. Louis at New York Jets

The Rams have looked for new life after the head coaching change. They show more flashes for the "Greatest Show on Turf" form when Martz, Warner, and Faulk were running the team. Brett's Jets on the other hand have been more or less lucky rather than good in there past few games. They squeaked out a victory against the Chiefs and caught the Bills on an off week. I see Farve having another 2 INT game and the Rams keeping it close with their big play makers. The Rams pull off the upset winning 27-24.

Baltimore at Houston

This is the make up game from week 2. Unlucky for Houston having to play the Ravens now. McGahee not completely healthy, but doesn't matter. Rookie Ray Rice from Rutgers has handled the load and produced as well as Flacco to Mason has been a great combination. Houston's 1-2 receiving threats Johnson and Daniels will be quieted for the weekend as Baltimore rolls 24-13.

Carolina at Oakland

Not much to say here. Carolina looks like a contender to win the NFC South as their balance of rushing and passing looks great and their pass defense has been outstanding. The Raiders, well they are the Raiders. Dysfunctional and not much life in the Black Hole. DeAngelo Hall gone and Carolina smelling blood. Look for Carolina to win big 34-10.

Indianapolis at Pittsburgh

The Colts' down season doesn't look to get any better as they travel into the Steel City. The Steelers enter this week with questions at whether or not Big Ben and Willie Parker will play. The defense is one of the tops in the NFL. Leftwich stepped in last week and looks like he is ready to go if needed. I see the Colts going into Pittsburgh and coming out black and blue, but with a steal on the way out. Peyton leads the Colts on another game winning drive and gives the best clutch kicker in the game a chance to win the game for the Colts. Colts win 23-20.

Kansas City at San Diego

Kansas City blew a big lead last week and they do not have much of a chance this week against a rival in the Chargers. Rivers, Tomlinson, and Gates look to start their playoff and AFC West push towards the top. It looks to start this week against the Chiefs as they win big 38-16.

New York Giants at Philedelphia

The Giants look unbeatable as the Defense is stopping everybody and laying the lumber on them as well. Eli looks calm and precise in the pocket and they are doing it without much of Plaxico right now. The Eagles look strong, but if Westbrook is not productive it could be a long day in the City of Brotherly Love for the hometown Eagles. The Giants hold McNabb and Westbrook down and take the road victory with them back home. Big Blue wins this NFC East battle 27-21.

San Fransisco at Arizona

The 49ers have looked awful and the Cardinals for once, have looked legit. Warner looks like a top MVP candidate and Fitzgerald and Boldin look to have big games. Not much else to say here on my part, but Head Coach Singletary may have another bizzare half time speach to hear about Tuesday. The Cards royal flush the 49ers 28-13.

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