Sunday, November 1, 2009

Week 8 in the NFL

Miami at NY Jets
The Dolphins took the first meeting between the two teams earlier this year on Monday Night Football in a exciting fourth quarter. Both teams really doing a great job rushing the football, but in different styles in doing so. Wildcat for the Dolphins and the power game that the Jets have had all season with Thomas Jones. I like the Dolphins in an upset on the road, 24-20 because of the time of possession they will hold throughout the game.

NY Giant at Philadelphia
NFC East on the line today in the "City of Brotherly Love" with both teams not playing real well. This will be a physical game where nothing to be left in the players when this one is over. I think Eli makes it a Giants win in the fourth as brother Peyton rubs off on Eli and takes control. Giants win 27-21.

Denver at Baltimore
Both teams coming off of bye weeks to be well prepared for this one and it should be a defensive battle. Watch both defenses control the game and the Ravens become the first team to knock off the Broncos, 24-23 because of Joe "Cool" Flacco's late quarterback play.

Houston at Buffalo
Matt Schaub has played outstanding this season and finds Owen Daniels and Andre Johnson all over the field today. TO hasn't had an impact at all this season and does not look to get a start here today. Houston gets its first three game win streak in franchise history with a 28-17 victory.

Cleveland at Chicago
The Bears will be playing with heavy hearts as they play on the 10th Anniversary of Walter Payton's death. Emotional game for the Bears and the Browns offer some much needed relief. Cutler and Bears dominate all day long, 30-9 is the final for the Bears.

Seattle at Dallas
How 'Bout Them Cowboys! The Cowboys are right in the middle of the NFC East battle, and after the win against the Seahawks, they will be back only a half game to the Giants in the divisional lead. Romo has Miles Austin becoming a household name for Jerry's team. Austin has more yards and TDs than TO and Roy Williams combined. Dallas wins, 31-13.

St. Louis at Detroit
The two worst teams in the NFC and a game that will be as boring as it sounds, or will it?? Matthew Stafford and Calvin Johnson try to go for the Lions and Stephan Jackson looks for a huge game as the Rams need a win. I think this is the week. The Rams win for the first time in forever, 17-13.

San Fransisco at Indianapolis
Peyton Manning, enough said. I like the Colts to roll the visiting 49ers at home like they have all season long. Colts win big as everybody gets involved and take a 38-16 win.

Jacksonville at Tennessee
Vince Young finally getting an opportunity to start, even though it was Owner, Bud Adams' idea and suggestion. Young has not looked good this year, but either have any of the other Titans. I like Maurie Jones-Drew on the road and winning 24-19.

Oakland at San Diego
The Raiders finally benched Jamarcus Russell last week but Phillip Rivers is hot. LT has had a tough season for SD, but this may be his break out week. I like the Chargers to win big 41-10 at home.

Carolina at Arizona
Kurt Warner, Larry Fitzgerald, and the surprise defense will take control of this game early. The Panthers have yet to have a good game from Jake Delhomme this year and it may be time to drop him from the QB position. Cards win at home 34-17.

Minnesota at Green Bay
So much more than a football game today. First place in the division on the line. Favre returns to Lambeau. Whatever you want to call this it is and then some. The Packers not only want revenge from the lose in the Metrodome, but to get back at Favre, the Vikings, and to keep the momentum in their favor. I like the reunion of Favre at Lambeau to be unpleasant, especially when the Pack come out on top, 31-27.

Atlanta at New Orleans
The Saints look to stay perfect, as a very good Falcons team. Matt Ryan has played well in his first season plus in the NFL, but too much Drew Brees through the air. The Saints defense has also been a bright spot in the Big Easy. Saints at home on Monday Night, 37-21.

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