Finished 11-2 last week. Let's get started on this week's rundown...
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2-4) vs Minnesota Vikings (5-2)
Bucs come in off a loss last week to the Saints at home. QB Josh Freeman completed 24 of 42 for 420 yds and 3 TDs with WR Vincent Jackson making 7 receptions for 216 yds and 1 TD. RB Doug Martin rushed for 1 additional TD. Bucs defense is lacking fourth quarter continuity. Vikings come in off a win last week against the Cardinals at home. QB Christian Ponder had his worst game so far this season throwing 2 INTs and just 1TD with Percy Harvin making the lone TD reception. RB Adrian Peterson rushed for 153 yds on 23 carries. Vikes defense stepped up last week and hopefully can continue with that energy. Prediction: Vikings
Washington Redskins (3-4) vs Pittsburgh Steelers (3-3)
Redskins come in off a loss last week to the Giants in New York. QB Robert Griffin III completed 20 of 28 for 258 yds, 2 TDs and 1 INT. RB Alfred Morris rushed for 120 yds though did not score a TD. Redskins defense played well till the 4th quarter which has been their weakness so far. Redskins will be without TE Fred Davis who was loss for the season with a torn left achilles tendon. Steelers come in off a win last week against the Bengals in Cincinnati. QB Ben Roethlisberger completed 27 of 37 for 278 yds 1 TD and 1 INT. RB Jonathan Dwyer rushed for 122 yds on 17 carries but didnt score. Steelers defense is the walking wounded and this has been a struggle for them. Prediction: Steelers
Seattle Seahawks (4-3) vs Detroit Lions (2-4)
Seahawks come in off a loss last week against the 49ers in San Francisco. QB Russell Wilson completed 0 TDs and 1 INT. RB Marshawn Lynch rushed for 103 yds but 0 TDs as well. Seahawks defense high ranked defense is still one of the better ones in the league. Lions come in off a loss last week against the Bears in Chicago. QB Matthew Stafford completed 28 of 46 for 263 yds 1 TD and 1 INT. WR Calvin Johnson and RB Mikel LeShoure have each only scored 1 TD so far this season. Lions defense is better on paper than what they are in reality. Prediction: Seahawks
Carolina Panthers (1-5) vs Chicago Bears (5-1)
Panthers come in off a loss last week against the Cowboys at home. QB Cam Newtom completed 31 of 37 for 233 yds 1 TD and 1 INT. RB DeAngelo Williams was ineffective so RB Jonathan Stewart will get the start this week. Panthers defense need the offense to score more to avoid being on the field so long. Bears come in off a win last week against the Lions at home. QB Jay Cutler completed 16 of 31 for 150 yds and 1 TD with WR Brandon Marshall receiving the lone TD. RB Matt Forte has still only rushed for 1 TD so they will need more production out of their running game. Bears still have a top ranked defense. Prediction: Bears
Atlanta Falcons (6-0) vs Philadelphia Eagles (3-3)
Falcons come in off a bye last week. QB Matt Ryan has thrown for over 1756 yds 14 TDs and 6 INTs so far this season. RB Michael Turner has just 357 yds and 3 TDs to date so they need to get their running game going. Falcons have a top 4 ranked defense which has been effective in keeping them winning. Eagles come in off a bye last week. QB Michael Vick has thrown for 1632 yds 8 TDs and 8 INTs. RB LeSean McCoy has rushed for 459 yds and just 1 TD so they are desperate need of an effective running game. Eagles defense are mired in mediocrity. Prediction: Falcons
New England Patriots (4-3) vs St. Louis Rams (3-4)
Patriots come in off a win last week against the Jets at home. QB Tom Brady completed 26 of 42 for 259 yds and 2 TDs with TE Rob Gronkowski receiving both of them. RB Stevan Ridley was held in check last week but should find the end zone today. Patriots defense has stumbled a bit lately but are still pretty good. Rams come in off a loss last week to the Packers at home. QB Sam Bradford completed 21 of 34 for 255 yds 1 TD and 1 INT. RB Steven Jackson had his 1st rushing TD last week. Rams defense has some inconsistencies but this is partially to blame on their offense. Prediction: Patriots
Indianapolis Colts (3-3) vs Tennessee Titans (3-4)
Colts come in off a win last week against the Browns at home. QB Andrew Luck completed 16 of 29 for 186 yds and rushed for 2 TDs. RB Donald Brown has still only scored 1 TD so far this season. Colts defense is subpar which is proving very detrimental. Titans come in off a win last week against the Bills in Buffalo. QB Matt Hasselbeck completed 22 of 33 for 205 yds and 1 TD. RB Chris Johnson rushed for 195 yds on 18 carries and 2 TDs. Titans defense had a good game last week and need to continue playing that well. Prediction: Titans
San Diego Chargers (3-3) vs Cleveland Browns (1-6)
Chargers come in off a bye last week. QB Philip Rivers has passed for 1492 yds 10 TDs and 9 INTs. RB Ryan Matthews has rushed for 259 yds and just 1 TD. Chargers defense is not playing up to their full potential this season. Browns come in off a loss last week to the Colts in Indianapolis. QB Brandon Weeden completed 25 of 41 for 264 yds and 2 TDs with WR Josh Gordon receiving 1 of them. RB Trent Richardson was a nonfactor in the game so will need big numbers this week. Browns have a horrendous and badly banged up defense. Prediction: Chargers
Miami Dolphins (3-3) vs New York Jets (3-4)
Dolphins come in off a win last week against the Rams at home. RB Ryan Tannehill completed 21 of 29 for 185 yds and 2 TDs. RB Reggie Bush was not a factor and neither was the Dolphins lackluster defense. Jets come in off a loss last week against the Patriots in New England. QB Mark Sanchez completed 28 of 41 for 328 yds 1 TD and 1 INT. RB Shonn Greene rushed for 1 additional TD. Jets have suffered some major injuries on both sides of the ball and have struggled severely since. Prediction: Jets
Jacksonville Jaguars (1-5) vs Green Bay Packers (4-3)
Jaguars come in off a loss last week against the Raiders in Oakland. QB Blaine Gabbert completed 8 of 12 for 110 yds and 1 TD with WR Cecil Shorts receiving the lone TD. RB Maurice Jones Drew was injured last week and will be out this week. Jags have a terrible defense. Packers come in off a win last week against the Rams in St. Louis. QB Aaron Rodgers completed 30 of 37 for 342 yds and 3 TDs with WR Jordy Nelson receiving 1 of them. RB Cedric Benson has still only scored 1 TD. Packers have an effective defense but struggles in their tough division. Prediction: Packers
Oakland Raiders (2-4) Kansas City Chiefs (1-5)
Raiders come in off a win last week against the Jaguars at home. QB Carson Palmer completed 26 of 46 for 298 yds 1 TD and 1 INT. RB Darren McFadden was held under 55 yds rushing last week so needs a good game. Raiders have a terrible defense in a bad division. Chiefs come in off a bye last week. QB Matt Cassel has thrown for 1150 yds 5 TDs and 9 INTs. RB Jamaal Charles has rushed for 591 yds and 2 TDs. Chiefs have 1 of the worst defenses in the league. Prediction: Raiders
New York Giants (5-2) vs Dallas Cowboys (3-3)
Giants come in off a win last week against the Redskins at home. QB Eli Manning completed 26 of 40 for 337 yds for 1 TD and 2 INTs with WR Victor Cruz receiving the 1 TD. RB Ahmad Bradshaw rushed for 1 additional TD. Giants have a solid defense. Cowboys come in off a win last week against the Panthers in Carolina. QB Tony Romo completed 24 of 34 for 227 yds and 1 TD with WR Miles Austin receiving the TD. Cowboys have suffered injuries in their running game and defense which has been a major factor in their losses. Prediction: Giants
New Orleans Saints (2-4) vs Denver Broncos (3-3)
Saints come in off a win last week against the Bucs in Tampa Bay. QB Drew Brees completed 27 of 37 for 377 yds 4 TDs and 1 INT with WR Marques Colston receiving 1 of the TDs. RB Pierre Thomas rushed for 1 additional TD. Saints have struggled badly on defense. Broncos come in off a bye last week. QB Peyton Manning has passed for 1808 yds 14 TDs and 4 INTs. RB Willis McGahee has rushed for 432 yds and 3 TDs. Broncos defense is decent but makes many mental mistakes. Prediction: Saints
San Francisco 49ers (5-2) vs Arizona Cardinals (4-3)
49ers come in off a win against the Seahawks at home. QB Alex Smith completed 14 of 23 for 140 yds 1 TD and 1 INT. RB Frank Gore didnt score last week but has been effective in the ground game. 49ers have a high powered defense. Cardinals come in off a loss last week against the Vikings in Minnesota. QB Kevin Kolb was injured last week and will be starting QB John Skelton. Cardinals have struggled in their running game and defense. Prediction: 49ers
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Injury Report and Key Losses
Players continue to play even through the most grueling of injuries. Sometimes however, players are injured for a few games or even the season. Some players roles are small enough that their impact won't effect the whole team, but some players are so key that their loss is major. Here are some of those players.
Baltimore Ravens
Player-LB Ray Lewis
Injury- torn tricep muscle
Return- N/A-season ending
While CB Lardarius Webb was also loss for the season, Lewis is the heart and soul of the Ravens organization, having been with the team since their arrival in Baltimore. His loss is felt most in the leadership and team building he brings to the Ravens. The first game after his season ending injury was a blowout loss to the Texans showing how quickly the impact of his loss was felt. Talks are that with his age, he may have to consider retirement, but this is unlikely in a player of Lewis's caliber.
New York Jets
Player- CB Darelle Revis
Injury- torn left ACL
Return- N/A-season ending
Player- WR Santonio Holmes
Injury- Left foot lisfranc injury
Return- N/A- season ending
2 days after announcing the loss of Reavis for the season, Jets loss Holmes as well. Reavis is a crucial piece to the Jets secondary, referred to as "Reavis Island" he is a threat in the backfield. Now the Jets will have to find a way to shore up the secondary on his side of the ball which will not be an easy feat. Holmes is one of the most reliable first down receivers. His loss has an immediate impact on an offense that is already struggling to score. This may be a tough season with both of these players gone.
Houston Texans
Player- LB Brian Cushing
Injury- torn left ACL
Return-N/A- season ending
The former rookie of the year has been an integral part of the Texans defense. They have still managed to play the tough hard nose football they are known for, but his loss on the interior of their line was still significant.
Indianapolis Colts
Player- WR Austin Collie
Injury- ruptured right patellar tendon
Return-N/A- season ending
Collie was to take over the #2 receiver slot with Garcon leaving in the off-season, however, the injury ended his season before it could begin. Colts are struggling this season under rookie QB Andrew Luck and the loss of Collie is definitely a contributing factor.
Kansas City Chiefs
Player- TE Kevin Boss
Injury- Concussion
Return- N/A- season ending
Chiefs have struggled for the last several years to score on offense. The additon of Boss was to help them in their passing and blocking gam but they will now have to continue to rely on TE Tony Moeaki.
Oakland Raiders
Player- WR Jacoby Ford
Injury- Foot
Return- N/A- season ending
Raiders have several decent receivers so the loss of Ford isn't devastating but has definitely made a difference in some of their deep threat plays this season.
Washington Redskins
Player- LB Brian Orakpo
Injury- torn left pectoral muscle
Return- N/A-season ending
Player- TE Fred Davis
Injury- torn left achilles tendon
Return- N/A- season ending
The defense suffered a major blow very early in the season with the loss of Orakpo who is key in the center of their line. The difference has been noticeable but they're scraping by. This may change however now with the leading receiver Davis loss for the season just last week. This may have a significant impact on their offense since Davis is Griffin's favorite and most reliable target.
Detroit Lions
Player- WR Nate Burleson
Injury- broken right leg
Return- N/A- season ending
As if things werent bad enough for the Lions they have now lost Burleson for the season. Burleson is a solid #2 receiver so his loss will definitely have an impact on this team which is struggling to find wins this season.
Green Bay Packers
Player- RB Cedric Benson
Injury- Left foot Lisfranc injury
Return- N/A- season ending
Packers is definitely a case of the walking wounded with so many players playing hurt, but their running game took a huge blow when Benson went down. They have struggled in the run game since but they have an effective passing game which does help against the loss.
Arizona Cardinals
Player- RB Beanie Wells
Injury- severe turf toe
Return- N/A- season ending
Cardinals loss Wells very early in the season and since then the running game behind RB Ryan Williams has yet to score a TD. This may be a long season for them if they can't get production in the rushing game.
Baltimore Ravens
Player-LB Ray Lewis
Injury- torn tricep muscle
Return- N/A-season ending
While CB Lardarius Webb was also loss for the season, Lewis is the heart and soul of the Ravens organization, having been with the team since their arrival in Baltimore. His loss is felt most in the leadership and team building he brings to the Ravens. The first game after his season ending injury was a blowout loss to the Texans showing how quickly the impact of his loss was felt. Talks are that with his age, he may have to consider retirement, but this is unlikely in a player of Lewis's caliber.
New York Jets
Player- CB Darelle Revis
Injury- torn left ACL
Return- N/A-season ending
Player- WR Santonio Holmes
Injury- Left foot lisfranc injury
Return- N/A- season ending
2 days after announcing the loss of Reavis for the season, Jets loss Holmes as well. Reavis is a crucial piece to the Jets secondary, referred to as "Reavis Island" he is a threat in the backfield. Now the Jets will have to find a way to shore up the secondary on his side of the ball which will not be an easy feat. Holmes is one of the most reliable first down receivers. His loss has an immediate impact on an offense that is already struggling to score. This may be a tough season with both of these players gone.
Houston Texans
Player- LB Brian Cushing
Injury- torn left ACL
Return-N/A- season ending
The former rookie of the year has been an integral part of the Texans defense. They have still managed to play the tough hard nose football they are known for, but his loss on the interior of their line was still significant.
Indianapolis Colts
Player- WR Austin Collie
Injury- ruptured right patellar tendon
Return-N/A- season ending
Collie was to take over the #2 receiver slot with Garcon leaving in the off-season, however, the injury ended his season before it could begin. Colts are struggling this season under rookie QB Andrew Luck and the loss of Collie is definitely a contributing factor.
Kansas City Chiefs
Player- TE Kevin Boss
Injury- Concussion
Return- N/A- season ending
Chiefs have struggled for the last several years to score on offense. The additon of Boss was to help them in their passing and blocking gam but they will now have to continue to rely on TE Tony Moeaki.
Oakland Raiders
Player- WR Jacoby Ford
Injury- Foot
Return- N/A- season ending
Raiders have several decent receivers so the loss of Ford isn't devastating but has definitely made a difference in some of their deep threat plays this season.
Washington Redskins
Player- LB Brian Orakpo
Injury- torn left pectoral muscle
Return- N/A-season ending
Player- TE Fred Davis
Injury- torn left achilles tendon
Return- N/A- season ending
The defense suffered a major blow very early in the season with the loss of Orakpo who is key in the center of their line. The difference has been noticeable but they're scraping by. This may change however now with the leading receiver Davis loss for the season just last week. This may have a significant impact on their offense since Davis is Griffin's favorite and most reliable target.
Detroit Lions
Player- WR Nate Burleson
Injury- broken right leg
Return- N/A- season ending
As if things werent bad enough for the Lions they have now lost Burleson for the season. Burleson is a solid #2 receiver so his loss will definitely have an impact on this team which is struggling to find wins this season.
Green Bay Packers
Player- RB Cedric Benson
Injury- Left foot Lisfranc injury
Return- N/A- season ending
Packers is definitely a case of the walking wounded with so many players playing hurt, but their running game took a huge blow when Benson went down. They have struggled in the run game since but they have an effective passing game which does help against the loss.
Arizona Cardinals
Player- RB Beanie Wells
Injury- severe turf toe
Return- N/A- season ending
Cardinals loss Wells very early in the season and since then the running game behind RB Ryan Williams has yet to score a TD. This may be a long season for them if they can't get production in the rushing game.
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Week 7 Predictions
Finished a pathetic 5-9 last week so need to improve..let's go
Seattle Seahawks (4-2) vs San Francisco 49ers (4-2)
Seahawks come in off a win last week against the Patriots at home. QB Russell Wilson completed 16 of 27 for 293 yds and 3 TDs with WR Sidney Rice catching 1. RB Marshawn Lynch was a non factor in the game but their defense is one of the top in the league. 49ers come in off a loss last week against the Giants at home. QB Alex Smith had his worst game of the season so far throwing 3 INTs. The defense struggled last week but is still one of the better ones in the league. Prediction: 49ers
Tennessee Titans (2-4) vs Buffalo Bills (3-3)
Titans come in off a win last week against the Steelers at home. QB Matt Hasselbeck completed 25 of 44 for 290 yds 1 TD and 1 INT. RB Chris Johnson has yet to score a TD this season. Titans defense played well in the last game, but the inconsistency week to week is their biggest problem. Bills come in off a win last week against the Cardinals in Arizona. QB Ryan Fitzpatrick completed 18 of 32 for 153 yds but 0 TDs. WR Stevie Johnson made 6 receptions for 82 yds. RB CJ Spiller rushed for 88 yds on 12 carries and 1 TD. Bills have a mediocre defense which is going to be detrimental in their division. Prediction: Bills
Cleveland Browns (1-5) vs Indianapolis Colts (2-3)
Browns come in off a win against the Bengals at home. QB Brandon Weeden completed 17 of 29 for 231 yds 2 TDs and 1 INT with WR Josh Gordon making 3 receptions for 99 yds and 1 TD. Browns defense finally stepped up last week but if they don't play better against the pass consistently this season will be a disaster. Colts come in off a loss last week against the Jets in New York. QB Andrew Luck threw 2 INTs and 0 TDs. RB Donald Brown has only scored 1 TD so far this season. Colts needs more out of their offense to keep their defense from tiring out before the end of games. Prediction: Colts
Baltimore Ravens (5-1) vs Houston Texans (5-1)
Ravens come in off a win last week against the Cowboys at home. QB Joe Flacco completed 17 of 26 for 234 yds and 1 TD. RB Ray Rice rushed for 63 yds on 16 carries and 2 TDs. Ravens have a top 5 defense, but will be w/o LB Ray Lewis for the rest of the season but will have LB Terrell Suggs back this week though he and S Ed Reed will be playing with injuries which may make a difference as time goes on. Texans come in off a loss to the Packers at home. QB Matt Schaub had his worse game of the season so far throwing 2 INTs and 0 TDs. RB Arian Foster rushed for 2 TDs. Texans defense is one of the top 5 in the league though struggled some last week. Expect a good battle in this one. Prediction: Texans
Green Bay Packers (3-3) vs St. Louis Rams (3-3)
Packers come in off a win last week against the Texans in Houston. QB Aaron Rodgers had his best game so far this season completing 24 of 37 for 338 yds and 6 TDs with WR Jordy Nelson making 6 receptions for 121 yds and 3 of those TDs. RB Alex Green will need to make more of an impact in the coming weeks with RB Cedric Benson out for the season. Packers defense is in the middle of the field in the league having suffered injuries to key players. Rams come in off a loss last week against the Dolphins in Miami. QB Sam Bradford did not throw a TD in that game but completed 26 of 39 for 315 yds. RB Steven Jackson has yet to rush for a TD this season. Rams have one of the worst ranked defenses which has been their biggest issue. Prediction: Packers
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New Orleans Saints (1-4) vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2-3)
Saints come in off a bye last week. QB Drew Brees has thrown for 1720 yds, 14 TDs and 6 INTs so far this season making him 1 of the most prolific passers. Saints running back by committee has only scored 1 TD between the 3 RBs (Sproles, Ingram, Thomas) so far this season. Saints defense has struggled tremendously but will have LB Jonathan Vilma back this week. Buccaneers come in off a win last week against the Chiefs at home. QB Josh Freeman completed 15 of 26 for 328 yds, 3 TDs and 1 INT with WR Vincent Jackson catchiing 2 of those TDs. Bucs defense ranks in the middle of the pack and has some inconsistency. Prediction: Buccaneers
Dallas Cowboys (2-3) vs Carolina Panthers (1-4)
Cowboys come in off a loss last week against the Ravens in Baltimore. QB Tony Romo completed 25 of 36 for 261 yds 2 TDs and 1 INT with WR Dez Bryant catching both TDs. RB DeMarco Murray has still only rushed for 1 TD and Cowboys have had issues on defense at the end of games. Panthers come in off a bye last week. QB Cam Newton has thrown for 1154 yds 4 TDs and 5 INTs so far this season. RB DeAngelo Williams has rushed for just 173 yds and 2 TDs so far. Panthers defense is ranked near the bottom of the league making this a long tough season. Prediction: Cowboys
Arizona Cardinals (4-2) vs Minnesota Vikings (4-2)
Cardinals come in off a loss last week against the Bills at home. QB Kevin Kolb completed 14 of 26 for 128 yds, 1 TD and 1 INT but QB John Skelton will start today. WR Larry Fitzgerald caaught the lone TD. RB Ryan Williams has yet to score a TD this season, but Cards have been effective on defense keeping games close. Vikings come in off a loss last week against the Redskins in Washington. QB Christian Ponder completed 25 of 52 for 352 yds, 2 TDs and 2 INTs. WR Percy Harvin made 11 receptions for 133 yds but still only has 1 TD so far this season and RB Adrian Peterson still only has 2. Vikings have a good defense which should help them as the season continues. Prediction: Vikings
Washington Redskins (3-3) vs New York Giants (4-2)
Redskins come in off a win last week against the Vikings at home. QB Robert Griffin III completed 17 of 22 for 182 yds, 1 TD and 1 INT but also rushed for 138 yds on 13 carries and 2 additional TDs. RB Alfred Morris rushed for 1 TD too. Redskins defense runs hot and cold week to week and need to find a way to be more consistent. Giants come in off a win last week against the 49ers in San Francisco. QB Eli Manning completed 15 of 28 for 193 yds and 1 TD with WR Victor Cruz catching the lone TD. RB Ahmad Bradshaw rushed for 116 yds on 27 carries and 1 TD. Giants defense is in the top half of the league despite some key injuries. Prediction: Giants
Jacksonville Jaguars (1-4) vs Oakland Raiders (1-4)
Jaguars come in off a bye last week. QB Blaine Gabbert has thrown for 796 yds, 5 TDs and 3 INTs this season. RB Maurice Jones-Drew has rushed for 408 yds and 1 TD so far. Jags defense is in the lower third of the league in yards allowed which has been detrimental in all their games. Raiders come in off a loss last week against the Falcons in Atlanta. QB Carson Palmer completed 23 of 33 for 353 yds, 1 TD and 1 INT. RB Darren McFadden rushed for 1 additional TD. Raiders have a low ranked defense which is their achilles heel. Prediction: Raiders
New York Jets (3-3) vs New England Patriots (3-3)
Jets come in off a win last week against the Colts at home. QB Mark Sanchez only passed for 82 yds but did complete 2 TDs. RB Shonn Greene rushed for 161 yds on 32 carries and 3 TDs. Jets defense is struggling without Revis but need to find a way to be more effective in the secondary. Patriots come in off a loss against the Seahawks in Seattle. QB Tom Brady completed 36 of 58 for 395 yds, 2 TDs and 2 INTs. WR Wes Welker had 10 receptions for 138 yds and 1 TD. Patriots defense is ranked in the middle of the pack making for closer games than anticipated. Prediction: Patriots
Pittsburgh Steelers (2-3) vs Cincinnati Bengals (3-3)
Steelers come in off a loss last week against the Titans in Tennessee. QB Ben Roethlisberger completed 24 of 40 for 363 yds 1 TD and 1 INT. The running game has not been a factor and their defense is struggling with so many players lost or playing with injuries. Bengals come in off a loss last week against the Browns in Cleveland. QB Andy Dalton completed 31 of 46 for 381 yds 3 TDs and 3 INTs with WR AJ Green making 7 receptions for 135 yds and 2 TDs. RB BenJarvus Green-Ellis rushed for 1 additional TD. Bengals have a midpack defense which can make it hard on them as the season progresses. Prediction: Steelers
Detroit Lions (2-3) vs Chicago Bears (4-1)
Lions come in off a win last week against the Eagles in Philadelphia. QB Matthew Stafford completed 22 of 45 for 311 yds 1 TD and 1 INT. WR Calvin Johnson has only caught 1 TD so far this season. RB Mikel LeShoure has also only rushed for 1 TD. Lions defense has fallen to the lower third and not been as effective as predicted in preseason. Bears come in off a win last week against the Jaguars. QB Jay Cutler completed 22 of 39 for 292 yds, 2 TDs and 1 INT with WR Brandon Marshall making 12 receptions for 144 yds and 1 TD. RB Matt Forte rushed for 107 yds last week but still has only scored 1 TD so far this season. Bears has a high ranked defense which should keep them competitive in their division. Prediction: Bears
Seattle Seahawks (4-2) vs San Francisco 49ers (4-2)
Seahawks come in off a win last week against the Patriots at home. QB Russell Wilson completed 16 of 27 for 293 yds and 3 TDs with WR Sidney Rice catching 1. RB Marshawn Lynch was a non factor in the game but their defense is one of the top in the league. 49ers come in off a loss last week against the Giants at home. QB Alex Smith had his worst game of the season so far throwing 3 INTs. The defense struggled last week but is still one of the better ones in the league. Prediction: 49ers
Tennessee Titans (2-4) vs Buffalo Bills (3-3)
Titans come in off a win last week against the Steelers at home. QB Matt Hasselbeck completed 25 of 44 for 290 yds 1 TD and 1 INT. RB Chris Johnson has yet to score a TD this season. Titans defense played well in the last game, but the inconsistency week to week is their biggest problem. Bills come in off a win last week against the Cardinals in Arizona. QB Ryan Fitzpatrick completed 18 of 32 for 153 yds but 0 TDs. WR Stevie Johnson made 6 receptions for 82 yds. RB CJ Spiller rushed for 88 yds on 12 carries and 1 TD. Bills have a mediocre defense which is going to be detrimental in their division. Prediction: Bills
Cleveland Browns (1-5) vs Indianapolis Colts (2-3)
Browns come in off a win against the Bengals at home. QB Brandon Weeden completed 17 of 29 for 231 yds 2 TDs and 1 INT with WR Josh Gordon making 3 receptions for 99 yds and 1 TD. Browns defense finally stepped up last week but if they don't play better against the pass consistently this season will be a disaster. Colts come in off a loss last week against the Jets in New York. QB Andrew Luck threw 2 INTs and 0 TDs. RB Donald Brown has only scored 1 TD so far this season. Colts needs more out of their offense to keep their defense from tiring out before the end of games. Prediction: Colts
Baltimore Ravens (5-1) vs Houston Texans (5-1)
Ravens come in off a win last week against the Cowboys at home. QB Joe Flacco completed 17 of 26 for 234 yds and 1 TD. RB Ray Rice rushed for 63 yds on 16 carries and 2 TDs. Ravens have a top 5 defense, but will be w/o LB Ray Lewis for the rest of the season but will have LB Terrell Suggs back this week though he and S Ed Reed will be playing with injuries which may make a difference as time goes on. Texans come in off a loss to the Packers at home. QB Matt Schaub had his worse game of the season so far throwing 2 INTs and 0 TDs. RB Arian Foster rushed for 2 TDs. Texans defense is one of the top 5 in the league though struggled some last week. Expect a good battle in this one. Prediction: Texans
Green Bay Packers (3-3) vs St. Louis Rams (3-3)
Packers come in off a win last week against the Texans in Houston. QB Aaron Rodgers had his best game so far this season completing 24 of 37 for 338 yds and 6 TDs with WR Jordy Nelson making 6 receptions for 121 yds and 3 of those TDs. RB Alex Green will need to make more of an impact in the coming weeks with RB Cedric Benson out for the season. Packers defense is in the middle of the field in the league having suffered injuries to key players. Rams come in off a loss last week against the Dolphins in Miami. QB Sam Bradford did not throw a TD in that game but completed 26 of 39 for 315 yds. RB Steven Jackson has yet to rush for a TD this season. Rams have one of the worst ranked defenses which has been their biggest issue. Prediction: Packers
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New Orleans Saints (1-4) vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2-3)
Saints come in off a bye last week. QB Drew Brees has thrown for 1720 yds, 14 TDs and 6 INTs so far this season making him 1 of the most prolific passers. Saints running back by committee has only scored 1 TD between the 3 RBs (Sproles, Ingram, Thomas) so far this season. Saints defense has struggled tremendously but will have LB Jonathan Vilma back this week. Buccaneers come in off a win last week against the Chiefs at home. QB Josh Freeman completed 15 of 26 for 328 yds, 3 TDs and 1 INT with WR Vincent Jackson catchiing 2 of those TDs. Bucs defense ranks in the middle of the pack and has some inconsistency. Prediction: Buccaneers
Dallas Cowboys (2-3) vs Carolina Panthers (1-4)
Cowboys come in off a loss last week against the Ravens in Baltimore. QB Tony Romo completed 25 of 36 for 261 yds 2 TDs and 1 INT with WR Dez Bryant catching both TDs. RB DeMarco Murray has still only rushed for 1 TD and Cowboys have had issues on defense at the end of games. Panthers come in off a bye last week. QB Cam Newton has thrown for 1154 yds 4 TDs and 5 INTs so far this season. RB DeAngelo Williams has rushed for just 173 yds and 2 TDs so far. Panthers defense is ranked near the bottom of the league making this a long tough season. Prediction: Cowboys
Arizona Cardinals (4-2) vs Minnesota Vikings (4-2)
Cardinals come in off a loss last week against the Bills at home. QB Kevin Kolb completed 14 of 26 for 128 yds, 1 TD and 1 INT but QB John Skelton will start today. WR Larry Fitzgerald caaught the lone TD. RB Ryan Williams has yet to score a TD this season, but Cards have been effective on defense keeping games close. Vikings come in off a loss last week against the Redskins in Washington. QB Christian Ponder completed 25 of 52 for 352 yds, 2 TDs and 2 INTs. WR Percy Harvin made 11 receptions for 133 yds but still only has 1 TD so far this season and RB Adrian Peterson still only has 2. Vikings have a good defense which should help them as the season continues. Prediction: Vikings
Washington Redskins (3-3) vs New York Giants (4-2)
Redskins come in off a win last week against the Vikings at home. QB Robert Griffin III completed 17 of 22 for 182 yds, 1 TD and 1 INT but also rushed for 138 yds on 13 carries and 2 additional TDs. RB Alfred Morris rushed for 1 TD too. Redskins defense runs hot and cold week to week and need to find a way to be more consistent. Giants come in off a win last week against the 49ers in San Francisco. QB Eli Manning completed 15 of 28 for 193 yds and 1 TD with WR Victor Cruz catching the lone TD. RB Ahmad Bradshaw rushed for 116 yds on 27 carries and 1 TD. Giants defense is in the top half of the league despite some key injuries. Prediction: Giants
Jacksonville Jaguars (1-4) vs Oakland Raiders (1-4)
Jaguars come in off a bye last week. QB Blaine Gabbert has thrown for 796 yds, 5 TDs and 3 INTs this season. RB Maurice Jones-Drew has rushed for 408 yds and 1 TD so far. Jags defense is in the lower third of the league in yards allowed which has been detrimental in all their games. Raiders come in off a loss last week against the Falcons in Atlanta. QB Carson Palmer completed 23 of 33 for 353 yds, 1 TD and 1 INT. RB Darren McFadden rushed for 1 additional TD. Raiders have a low ranked defense which is their achilles heel. Prediction: Raiders
New York Jets (3-3) vs New England Patriots (3-3)
Jets come in off a win last week against the Colts at home. QB Mark Sanchez only passed for 82 yds but did complete 2 TDs. RB Shonn Greene rushed for 161 yds on 32 carries and 3 TDs. Jets defense is struggling without Revis but need to find a way to be more effective in the secondary. Patriots come in off a loss against the Seahawks in Seattle. QB Tom Brady completed 36 of 58 for 395 yds, 2 TDs and 2 INTs. WR Wes Welker had 10 receptions for 138 yds and 1 TD. Patriots defense is ranked in the middle of the pack making for closer games than anticipated. Prediction: Patriots
Pittsburgh Steelers (2-3) vs Cincinnati Bengals (3-3)
Steelers come in off a loss last week against the Titans in Tennessee. QB Ben Roethlisberger completed 24 of 40 for 363 yds 1 TD and 1 INT. The running game has not been a factor and their defense is struggling with so many players lost or playing with injuries. Bengals come in off a loss last week against the Browns in Cleveland. QB Andy Dalton completed 31 of 46 for 381 yds 3 TDs and 3 INTs with WR AJ Green making 7 receptions for 135 yds and 2 TDs. RB BenJarvus Green-Ellis rushed for 1 additional TD. Bengals have a midpack defense which can make it hard on them as the season progresses. Prediction: Steelers
Detroit Lions (2-3) vs Chicago Bears (4-1)
Lions come in off a win last week against the Eagles in Philadelphia. QB Matthew Stafford completed 22 of 45 for 311 yds 1 TD and 1 INT. WR Calvin Johnson has only caught 1 TD so far this season. RB Mikel LeShoure has also only rushed for 1 TD. Lions defense has fallen to the lower third and not been as effective as predicted in preseason. Bears come in off a win last week against the Jaguars. QB Jay Cutler completed 22 of 39 for 292 yds, 2 TDs and 1 INT with WR Brandon Marshall making 12 receptions for 144 yds and 1 TD. RB Matt Forte rushed for 107 yds last week but still has only scored 1 TD so far this season. Bears has a high ranked defense which should keep them competitive in their division. Prediction: Bears
Thursday, October 11, 2012
Week 6 Predictions
Finished a good 10-4 last week. So let's get started:
Pittsburgh Steelers (2-2) vs Tennessee Titans (1-4)
Steelers come in off a win last week against the Eagles at home. QB Ben Roethlisberger completed 22 of 38 for 220 yds and 1 TD. Steelers defense and running backs have been badly banged up with several players missing games. With so many key injuries, this season is going to be a struggle for them. Titans come in off a loss last week to the Vikings in Minnesota. This team is struggling to find an indentity. QB Matt Hasselbeck completed 26 of 43 for 200 yds, 1 TD and 1 INT. RB Chris Johnson has yet to score a TD this season. Titans defense has been terrible through the first 5 games. If they don't find a way to score more and stop opponents from racking up yards, this is going to be a long season: Prediction: Steelers
Dallas Cowboys (2-2) vs Baltimore Ravens (4-1)
Cowboys come in off a loss last week to the Bears at home. QB Tony Romo had his worst game so far throwing 5 INTs to just 1 TD. Their running game has been inefficient and defense ineffective. Cowboys have got to get more consistency if they hope to be competitive this season. Ravens come in off a win against the Chiefs last week in Kansas City. QB Joe Flacco finished last week with 0 TDs and 1 INT in a FG only game. RB Ray Rice rushed for 102 yds but hasnt scored a TD in 2 weeks. Ravens have a top 5 defense which has been instrumental in keeping them winning. Prediction: Ravens
St. Louis Rams (3-2) vs Green Bay Packers (2-3)
With their pattern of lose-win-lose-win-lose..expect Packers to get the win. Prediction: Packers
Detroit Lions (1-3) vs Philadelphia Eagles (3-2)
Lions come in off a bye last week. QB Matthew Stafford has completed just 3 TDs to 4 INTs so far this season. Both WR Calvin Johnson and RB Mikel LeShoure have only scored 1 TD. This team's offense is anemic and defense has been disappointing. Eagles come in off a loss last week against the Steelers in Pittsburgh. QB Michael Vick completed 20 of 30 for 175 yds and 2 TDs. RB LeSean McCoy hasn't scored a TD since week 2. The defense started off quick, but has falterd in the last few weeks. They need a win to stay competitive in their division. Prediction: Eagles
Cincinnati Bengals (3-2) vs Cleveland Browns (0-5)
Bengals come in off a loss last week against the Dolpins at home. QB Andy Dalton struggled in this game completing 26 of 43 for 234 yds, 1 TD and 2 INTs with WR AJ Green catching the lone TD. RB BenJarvus Green-Ellis has only rushed for 300 yds and 2 TDs so far this season. Bengals defense has got to find a way to keep consistently winning. Browns come in off a loss last week against the Giants in New York. QB Brandon Weeden completed 22 of 35 for 291 yds 2 TDs and 2 INTs with WR Josh Gordon catching both TDs. RB Trent Richardson rushed for 81 yds on 17 carries for an additional TD. Browns defense has been a disaster in the fourth quarter. This game could go either way. Prediction: Bengals
Indianapolis Colts (2-2) vs New York Jets (2-3)
Colts come in off a surprising win last week over the Packers at home. QB Andrew Luck completed 31 of 55 for 362 yds, 2 TDs and 1 INT. WR Reggie Wayne made 13 receptions for 212 yds and 1 of those TDs. RB Donald Brown is out this game with a knee injury. The defense will need to play like last week the rest of the season. Jets come in off a loss last week to the Texans at home. QB Mark Sanchez completed 14 of 31 for 230 yds, 1 TD and 2 INTs. The running game was shut down last week and Jets defense has looked pathetic in their losses. This should be a close game. Prediction: Jets
Kansas City Chiefs (1-4) vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1-3)
Chiefs come in off a last week against the Ravens at home. QB Matt Cassel threw 0 TDs and 2 INTs before being injured during the game. He will be out for this game. RB Jamaal Charles rushed for 140 yds on 31 carries. QB Brady Quinn will get the start this week so Chiefs defense will need to play a much better game. Bucs come in off a bye last week. QB Josh Freeman has passed for 790 yds, 5 TDs and 4 INTs so far this season with WR Vincent Jackson receiving 2 of them. RB Doug Martin has rushed for only 247 yds and 1 TD. Bucs defense has not lived up to the potential they possess and will be without CB Aqib Talib for 4 games. Prediction: Buccaneers
Oakland Raiders (1-3) vs Atlanta Falcons (5-0)
Raiders come in off a bye last week. QB Carson Palmer has passed for 1081 yds, 5 TDs and 2 INTs. RB Darren McFadden has rushed for just 201 yds and 1 TD. Raiders defense ranks in the bottom half of the league. Falcons come in off a win last week against the Redskins in Washington. QB Matt Ryan completed 34 of 52 for 345 yds, 2 TDs and 1 INT with TE Tony Gonzalez making 13 receptions for 123 yds and 1 of those TDs. RB Michael Turner rushed for 1 additional TD. Falcons have a top 5 rated defense. Prediction: Falcons
New England Patriots (3-2) vs Seattle Seahawks (3-2)
Patriots come in off a win last week against the Broncos at home. QB Tom Brady completed 23 of 31 for 223 yds for 1 TD with WR Wes Welker making 13 receptions for 104 yds and the lone TD. RB Stevan Ridley rushed for 151 yds on 28 carries and 1 additional TD. Patriots defense has played more consistently this year. Seahawks come in off a win last week against the Panthers in Carolina. QB Russell Wilson completed 19 of 25 for 221 yds, 1 TD and 2 INTs with WR Golden Tate making the lone TD reception. Seahawks defense has played inconsistent from week to week. Prediction: Patriots
Buffalo Bills (2-3) vs Arizona Cardinals (4-1)
Bills come in off a loss last week against the 49ers in San Francisco. QB Ryan Fitzpatrick threw 1 INT and 0 TDs. The running game was shut down completely. Bills defense is anemic. Cardinals come in off a loss last week against the Rams in St. Louis. QB Kevin Kolb threw for 289 yds but did not complete a single TD. RB Ryan Williams was held to just 33 yds. Cardinals defense struggled last week but should bounce back this week. Prediction: Cardinals
Minnesota Vikings (4-1) vs Washington Redskins (2-3)
Vikings come in off a win last week against the Titans at home. QB Christian Ponder completed 25 of 35 for 258 yds, 2 TDs and 2 INTs with WR Percy Harvin making 8 receptions for 108 yds and 1 of those TDs. Vikings defense has been solid so far. Redskins come in off a loss last week against the Falcons at home. QB Robert Griffin III was injured during the game and is questionable for this week. RB Alfred Morris rushed for 115 yds on 18 carries but 0 TDs. Redskins defense has to find a way to avoid being run on in the closing quarter. Prediction: Vikings
New York Giants (3-2) vs San Francisco 49ers (4-1)
Giants come in off a win last week against the Browns at home. QB Eli Manning completed 25 of 37 for 259 yds, 3 TDs and 1 INT with WR Victor Cruz catching all 3 TDs. RB Ahmad Bradshaw rushed for 200 yds on 30 carries and 1 additional TD. Giants defense got off to a slow start this season but has been impressive in the last game. 49ers come in off a win last week against the Bills at home. QB Alex Smith completed 18 of 24 for 303 yds and 3 TDs with WR Michael Crabtree making 6 receptions for 113 yds and 1 of those TDs. RB Frank Gore rushed for 106 yds on 14 carries and 1 additonal TD. 49ers have 1 of the best defenses in the league. Prediction: 49ers
Green Bay Packers (2-3) vs Houston Texans (5-0)
Packers come in off a loss last week against the Colts in Indianapolis. QB Aaron Rodgers completed 20 of 32 for 235 yds, 3 TDs and 1 INT. Their running game was shut down, but their defense has played so so from week to week. Texans come in off a win last week against the Jets in New York. QB Matt Schaub completed 14 of 28 for 209 yds, 1 TD and 1 INT with TE Owen Daniels making the lone TD catch. RB Arian Foster rushed for 152 yds on 29 carries and 1 additional TD. Texans defense is one of the best in the league. Prediction: Texans
Denver Broncos (2-3) vs San Diego Chargers (3-2)
Broncos come in off a loss last week against the Patriots in New England. QB Peyton Manning completed 31 of 44 for 337 yds and 3 TDs with WR Eric Decker catching 1 of them. Broncos defense is extremely inconsistent especially on their line. Chargers come in off a loss last week against the Saints in New Orleans. QB Philip Rivers completed 27 of 42 for 354 yds, 2 TDs and 1 INT. RB Ryan Matthews rushed for 1 additional TD. Chargers defense is tough against their own division but lack overall consistency. Prediction: Chargers
Pittsburgh Steelers (2-2) vs Tennessee Titans (1-4)
Steelers come in off a win last week against the Eagles at home. QB Ben Roethlisberger completed 22 of 38 for 220 yds and 1 TD. Steelers defense and running backs have been badly banged up with several players missing games. With so many key injuries, this season is going to be a struggle for them. Titans come in off a loss last week to the Vikings in Minnesota. This team is struggling to find an indentity. QB Matt Hasselbeck completed 26 of 43 for 200 yds, 1 TD and 1 INT. RB Chris Johnson has yet to score a TD this season. Titans defense has been terrible through the first 5 games. If they don't find a way to score more and stop opponents from racking up yards, this is going to be a long season: Prediction: Steelers
Dallas Cowboys (2-2) vs Baltimore Ravens (4-1)
Cowboys come in off a loss last week to the Bears at home. QB Tony Romo had his worst game so far throwing 5 INTs to just 1 TD. Their running game has been inefficient and defense ineffective. Cowboys have got to get more consistency if they hope to be competitive this season. Ravens come in off a win against the Chiefs last week in Kansas City. QB Joe Flacco finished last week with 0 TDs and 1 INT in a FG only game. RB Ray Rice rushed for 102 yds but hasnt scored a TD in 2 weeks. Ravens have a top 5 defense which has been instrumental in keeping them winning. Prediction: Ravens
St. Louis Rams (3-2) vs Green Bay Packers (2-3)
With their pattern of lose-win-lose-win-lose..expect Packers to get the win. Prediction: Packers
Detroit Lions (1-3) vs Philadelphia Eagles (3-2)
Lions come in off a bye last week. QB Matthew Stafford has completed just 3 TDs to 4 INTs so far this season. Both WR Calvin Johnson and RB Mikel LeShoure have only scored 1 TD. This team's offense is anemic and defense has been disappointing. Eagles come in off a loss last week against the Steelers in Pittsburgh. QB Michael Vick completed 20 of 30 for 175 yds and 2 TDs. RB LeSean McCoy hasn't scored a TD since week 2. The defense started off quick, but has falterd in the last few weeks. They need a win to stay competitive in their division. Prediction: Eagles
Cincinnati Bengals (3-2) vs Cleveland Browns (0-5)
Bengals come in off a loss last week against the Dolpins at home. QB Andy Dalton struggled in this game completing 26 of 43 for 234 yds, 1 TD and 2 INTs with WR AJ Green catching the lone TD. RB BenJarvus Green-Ellis has only rushed for 300 yds and 2 TDs so far this season. Bengals defense has got to find a way to keep consistently winning. Browns come in off a loss last week against the Giants in New York. QB Brandon Weeden completed 22 of 35 for 291 yds 2 TDs and 2 INTs with WR Josh Gordon catching both TDs. RB Trent Richardson rushed for 81 yds on 17 carries for an additional TD. Browns defense has been a disaster in the fourth quarter. This game could go either way. Prediction: Bengals
Indianapolis Colts (2-2) vs New York Jets (2-3)
Colts come in off a surprising win last week over the Packers at home. QB Andrew Luck completed 31 of 55 for 362 yds, 2 TDs and 1 INT. WR Reggie Wayne made 13 receptions for 212 yds and 1 of those TDs. RB Donald Brown is out this game with a knee injury. The defense will need to play like last week the rest of the season. Jets come in off a loss last week to the Texans at home. QB Mark Sanchez completed 14 of 31 for 230 yds, 1 TD and 2 INTs. The running game was shut down last week and Jets defense has looked pathetic in their losses. This should be a close game. Prediction: Jets
Kansas City Chiefs (1-4) vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1-3)
Chiefs come in off a last week against the Ravens at home. QB Matt Cassel threw 0 TDs and 2 INTs before being injured during the game. He will be out for this game. RB Jamaal Charles rushed for 140 yds on 31 carries. QB Brady Quinn will get the start this week so Chiefs defense will need to play a much better game. Bucs come in off a bye last week. QB Josh Freeman has passed for 790 yds, 5 TDs and 4 INTs so far this season with WR Vincent Jackson receiving 2 of them. RB Doug Martin has rushed for only 247 yds and 1 TD. Bucs defense has not lived up to the potential they possess and will be without CB Aqib Talib for 4 games. Prediction: Buccaneers
Oakland Raiders (1-3) vs Atlanta Falcons (5-0)
Raiders come in off a bye last week. QB Carson Palmer has passed for 1081 yds, 5 TDs and 2 INTs. RB Darren McFadden has rushed for just 201 yds and 1 TD. Raiders defense ranks in the bottom half of the league. Falcons come in off a win last week against the Redskins in Washington. QB Matt Ryan completed 34 of 52 for 345 yds, 2 TDs and 1 INT with TE Tony Gonzalez making 13 receptions for 123 yds and 1 of those TDs. RB Michael Turner rushed for 1 additional TD. Falcons have a top 5 rated defense. Prediction: Falcons
New England Patriots (3-2) vs Seattle Seahawks (3-2)
Patriots come in off a win last week against the Broncos at home. QB Tom Brady completed 23 of 31 for 223 yds for 1 TD with WR Wes Welker making 13 receptions for 104 yds and the lone TD. RB Stevan Ridley rushed for 151 yds on 28 carries and 1 additional TD. Patriots defense has played more consistently this year. Seahawks come in off a win last week against the Panthers in Carolina. QB Russell Wilson completed 19 of 25 for 221 yds, 1 TD and 2 INTs with WR Golden Tate making the lone TD reception. Seahawks defense has played inconsistent from week to week. Prediction: Patriots
Buffalo Bills (2-3) vs Arizona Cardinals (4-1)
Bills come in off a loss last week against the 49ers in San Francisco. QB Ryan Fitzpatrick threw 1 INT and 0 TDs. The running game was shut down completely. Bills defense is anemic. Cardinals come in off a loss last week against the Rams in St. Louis. QB Kevin Kolb threw for 289 yds but did not complete a single TD. RB Ryan Williams was held to just 33 yds. Cardinals defense struggled last week but should bounce back this week. Prediction: Cardinals
Minnesota Vikings (4-1) vs Washington Redskins (2-3)
Vikings come in off a win last week against the Titans at home. QB Christian Ponder completed 25 of 35 for 258 yds, 2 TDs and 2 INTs with WR Percy Harvin making 8 receptions for 108 yds and 1 of those TDs. Vikings defense has been solid so far. Redskins come in off a loss last week against the Falcons at home. QB Robert Griffin III was injured during the game and is questionable for this week. RB Alfred Morris rushed for 115 yds on 18 carries but 0 TDs. Redskins defense has to find a way to avoid being run on in the closing quarter. Prediction: Vikings
New York Giants (3-2) vs San Francisco 49ers (4-1)
Giants come in off a win last week against the Browns at home. QB Eli Manning completed 25 of 37 for 259 yds, 3 TDs and 1 INT with WR Victor Cruz catching all 3 TDs. RB Ahmad Bradshaw rushed for 200 yds on 30 carries and 1 additional TD. Giants defense got off to a slow start this season but has been impressive in the last game. 49ers come in off a win last week against the Bills at home. QB Alex Smith completed 18 of 24 for 303 yds and 3 TDs with WR Michael Crabtree making 6 receptions for 113 yds and 1 of those TDs. RB Frank Gore rushed for 106 yds on 14 carries and 1 additonal TD. 49ers have 1 of the best defenses in the league. Prediction: 49ers
Green Bay Packers (2-3) vs Houston Texans (5-0)
Packers come in off a loss last week against the Colts in Indianapolis. QB Aaron Rodgers completed 20 of 32 for 235 yds, 3 TDs and 1 INT. Their running game was shut down, but their defense has played so so from week to week. Texans come in off a win last week against the Jets in New York. QB Matt Schaub completed 14 of 28 for 209 yds, 1 TD and 1 INT with TE Owen Daniels making the lone TD catch. RB Arian Foster rushed for 152 yds on 29 carries and 1 additional TD. Texans defense is one of the best in the league. Prediction: Texans
Denver Broncos (2-3) vs San Diego Chargers (3-2)
Broncos come in off a loss last week against the Patriots in New England. QB Peyton Manning completed 31 of 44 for 337 yds and 3 TDs with WR Eric Decker catching 1 of them. Broncos defense is extremely inconsistent especially on their line. Chargers come in off a loss last week against the Saints in New Orleans. QB Philip Rivers completed 27 of 42 for 354 yds, 2 TDs and 1 INT. RB Ryan Matthews rushed for 1 additional TD. Chargers defense is tough against their own division but lack overall consistency. Prediction: Chargers
Thursday, October 4, 2012
Week 5 Predictions
Last week NFL Girl finished 11-4 (thank goodness for the real refs!). Let's try to improve that..here we go:
Arizona Cardinals (4-0) vs St. Louis Rams (2-2)
Cardinals come in off a win last week against the Dolphins at home last week. QB Kevin Kolb completed 29 of 48 for 324 yds, 3 TDs and 2 INT with WR Larry Fitzgerald catching 1 of them. With RB Beanie Wells gone for the season, RB Ryan Williams will need to get the ground attack scoring or they will not be able to maintain this streak. However, they're defense has looked great through the first 4 weeks. Rams come in off a win last week against the Seahawks at home. QB Sam Bradford completed 16 of 30 for 221 yds 0 TDs and 1 INT. Bradford hasn't thrown a TD in 2 weeks, the only TD thrown last week was by rookie P Johnny Hekker. RB Steven Jackson is questionable with a groin injury this week but has yet to score a TD so far this season. With the inconsistent play of their defense this season is not shaping up well for them thus far. Prediction: Cardinals
Miami Dolphins (1-3) vs Cincinnati Bengals (3-1)
Dolphins come in off a loss last week to the Cardinals in Arizona. Dolphins are struggling to score TDs with rookie QB Ryan Tannehill havng completed just 2 TDs to 6 INTs and RB Reggie Bush having scored only 2 TDs and that was just in week 2. This team has had some close losses so should be able to rally and get some wins this season. Bengals come in off a win last week against the Jaguars in Jacksonville. QB Andy Dalton completed 20 of 31 for 244 yds, 2 TDs & 1 INT with WR AJ Green catching 6 passes for 117 yds and 1 TD. LB Dontay Moch will be back this week which should help their defense which has been a bit of a disappointment this season. Prediction: Bengals
Cleveland Browns (0-4) vs New York Giants (2-2)
Browns come in off a loss last week to the Ravens in Baltimore. Rookie QB Brandon Weeden has completed just 3 TDs to 7 INTs so far this season. The bright spot rookie RB Trent Richardson has scored a TD in the last 3 weeks. Browns defense need to stop opponents at the end of games if they hope to win this season. Giants come in off a close loss last week to the Eagles in Philadelphia. QB Eli Manning completed 24 of 42 for 309 yds, 2 TDs and 1 INT with WR Victor Cruz making 9 receptions for 109 yds and 1 of those TDs. Giants defense has been inconsistent which may hurt them as the season progresses. Prediction: Giants
Green Bay Packers (2-2) vs Indianapolis Colts (1-2)
Packers come in off a win last week against the Saints at home. QB Aaron Rodgers had his best week thus far completing 31 of 41 for 319 yds, 4 TDs and 1 INT with WR Jordy Nelson making 8 catches for 93 yds & 1 TD. They need to get their running game going; RB Cedric Benson only has 1 TD so far this season. The defense has been frustratingly inconsistent. Colts come in off a bye last week. Rookie QB Andrew Luck has thrown for 846 yds, 5 TDs and 4 INTs so far this season and RB Donald Brown has only rushed for 155 yds and 1 TD. Colts have to find a way to score more points if they have any hope of being competitive this season. Prediction: Packers
Philadelphia Eagles (3-1) vs Pittsburgh Steelers (1-2)
Eagles come in off a win against the Giants last week at home. QB Michael Vick completed 19 of 30 for 241 yds and 1 TD. RB LeSean McCoy has only rushed for 1 TD so far this season. This team has relied heavily on their defense to keep them in games and should fair well in their weak dvision. Steelers come in off a bye last week. QB Ben Roethlisberger has thrown for 904 yds 8 TDs and just 1 INT so far this season. Their defense has struggled so far but will have OLB James Harrison back this week which should give them a needed boost. Prediction: Steelers
Atlanta Falcons (4-0) vs Washington Redskins (2-2)
Falcons come in off a win last week against the Panthers last week at home. QB Matt Ryan completed 25 of 40 for 369 yds 3 TDs and 1 INT. RB Michael Turner rushed for 103 yds on 13 carries. Falcons defense has been one of the best in the league. Redskins come in off a win last week at home. Rookie QB Robert Griffin III completed 26 of 35 for 323 yds and rookie RB rushed for 113 yds on 21 carries and 1 TD. Their defense has been playing well even when their offense has struggled to score. Prediction: Falcons
Baltimore Ravens (3-1) vs Kansas City Chiefs (1-3)
Ravens come in off a win last week against the Browns at home. QB Joe Flacco completed 28 of 46 for 356 yds 1 TD and 1 INT with WR Torrey Smith making 6 receptions for 97 yds and the lne TD pass. Ravens have 1 of the top defenses. Chiefs come in off a loss last week against the Chargers at home. QB Matt Cassel had a rough game completing 24 of 42 for 251 yds, 2 TDs and 3 INTs. RB Jamaal Charles rushed for 88 yds on 17 carries and 1 TD and received 1 TD as well. Chiefs defense have been a major let down in the 4th quarter of every game so far. Prediction: Ravens
Chicago Bears (3-1) vs Jacksonville Jaguars (1-3)
Bears come in off a win last week against the Cowboys in Dallas last week. QB Jay Cutler completed 18 of 24 for 275 yds and 2 TDs with WR Brandon Marshall making 7 receptions for 138 yds and 1 of those TDs. With RB Matt Forte having been out with an injury and RB Michael Bush not having scored a TD yet, the running attack is sorely lacking, but they're defense has more than made up for the shortcoming on offense. Jags come in off a loss last week to the Bengals at home. QB Blaine Gabbert completed 23 of 34 for 186 yds, 1 TD and his 1st INT of the season. Maurice Jones-Drew was held in check last week so will need to produce this week if Jags have any shot of winning. Prediction: Bears
Seattle Seahawks (2-2) vs Carolina Panthers (1-3)
Seahawks come in off a loss last week to the Rams in St. Louis. Rookie QB Russell Wilson had his worst game of his young career throwing 3 INTs and 0 TDs. Their bright spot is RB Marshawn Lynch who rushed for 118 yds on 20 carries and 1 TD. Their defense nees to play consistent from week to week. Panthers come in off a loss last week to the Falcons in Atlanta. QB Cam Newton completed 15 of 24 for 215 yds and 2 TDs. RB DeAngelo Williams rushed for 1 additional TD. Panthers defense need to hold it together through the end of the 4th quarter. Prediction: Seahawks
Buffalo Bills (2-2) vs San Francisco 49ers (3-1)
Bills come in off a loss last week to the Patriots at home. QB Ryan Fitzpatrick had a rough week completing 22 of 39 for 350 yds, 4 TDs and 4 INTs. Their running game and their defense didnt show up last week and will need a big showing against the 49ers to have any shot whatsoever. 49ers come in off a shutout win over the Jets last week in New York. 49ers kept to the ground with RBs Frank Gore & Kendall Hunter & back up QB Colin Kaepernick each scoring a rushing TD. The defense scored a TD as well when Carlos Rogers running back a fumble for a score. Their defense is in the top 5. Prediction: 49ers
Denver Broncos (2-2) vs New England Patriots (2-2)
Broncos come in off a win last week agains the Raiders at home. QB Peyton Manning completed 30 of 38 for 338 yds and 3 TDs with WR Eric Decker catching 1 of them. RB Willis McGahee rushed for 112 yds on 19 carries and 1 additional TD. Their defense is still showing weakness on the line and need to find a way to shore up the holes. Patriots come in off a win last week against the Bills in Buffalo. QB Tom Brady had his best game so far this season completing 22 of 36 for 340 yds and 3 TDs. RB Stevan Ridley rushed for 106 yds on 22 carries and 2 additional TDs. Patriots defense has made vast improvements over last season and can capitalize on a weak division. Prediction: Patriots
Tennessee Titans (1-3) vs Minnesota Vikings (3-1)
Titans come in off a loss last week against the Texans in Houston. With QB Jake Locker injured back up QB Matt Hasselbeck completed 17 of 25 for 193 yds, 2 TDs and 2 INTs with WR Kendall Wright catching 1 of the TDs. RB Chris Johnson finally had his 1st game over 100 yds finishing last week with 141 yds on 25 carries, but he has yet to score a TD so far this season. Titans defense is the worst in the league allowing the most points against allowing an average of 37.7 pts per game. If they don't find a way to address the problem fast, this is going to be a terrible season. Vikings come in off a win last week against the Lions in Detroit. QB Christian Ponder has thrown a total of 824 yds, 4 TDs and 0 INTs so far this season. RB Adrian Peterson rushed for 102 yds on 21 carries while WR Percy Harvin ran back a kick-off for a TD. Vikings defense has been their biggest asset. Prediction: Vikings
San Diego Chargers (3-1) vs New Orleans Saints (0-4)
Chargers come in off a win last week against the Chiefs in Kansas City. QB Phillip Rivers completed 18 of 23 for 209 yds, 2 TDs and 1 INT with RB Jackie Battle receiving 1 TD and rushing for 1 additional TD. The Chargers defense is the best in their weak division. Saints come in off a loss last week to the Packers in Green Bay. QB Drew Brees completed 35 of 54 for 446 yds and 3 TDs with WR Marques Colston making 9 receptions for 153 yds and 1 of those TDs. This team is struggling badly on defense especially late in games. Prediction: Chargers
Houston Texans (4-0) vs New York Jets (2-2)
Texans come in off a win last week against the Titans at home. QB Matt Schaub completed 20 of 28 for 202 yds and 2 TDs with TE Owen Daniels receiving 1 of them. RB Arian Foster rushed for 86 yds on 24 carries and 1 additional TD. Texans defense is the best in a very weak AFC South division. Jets come in off a loss last week the 49ers at home. QB Mark Sanchez had a terrible game completing just 13 of 29 for 103 yds, 0 TDs and 1 INT. His running game behind RB Shonn Greene has only scored 1 TD so far this season. Jets offense will be without Santonio Holmes for the rest of the season which will hurt them down the line. Their defense is struggling especially without CB Darelle Revis. This is going to be a rough season for them. Prediction: Texans
Arizona Cardinals (4-0) vs St. Louis Rams (2-2)
Cardinals come in off a win last week against the Dolphins at home last week. QB Kevin Kolb completed 29 of 48 for 324 yds, 3 TDs and 2 INT with WR Larry Fitzgerald catching 1 of them. With RB Beanie Wells gone for the season, RB Ryan Williams will need to get the ground attack scoring or they will not be able to maintain this streak. However, they're defense has looked great through the first 4 weeks. Rams come in off a win last week against the Seahawks at home. QB Sam Bradford completed 16 of 30 for 221 yds 0 TDs and 1 INT. Bradford hasn't thrown a TD in 2 weeks, the only TD thrown last week was by rookie P Johnny Hekker. RB Steven Jackson is questionable with a groin injury this week but has yet to score a TD so far this season. With the inconsistent play of their defense this season is not shaping up well for them thus far. Prediction: Cardinals
Miami Dolphins (1-3) vs Cincinnati Bengals (3-1)
Dolphins come in off a loss last week to the Cardinals in Arizona. Dolphins are struggling to score TDs with rookie QB Ryan Tannehill havng completed just 2 TDs to 6 INTs and RB Reggie Bush having scored only 2 TDs and that was just in week 2. This team has had some close losses so should be able to rally and get some wins this season. Bengals come in off a win last week against the Jaguars in Jacksonville. QB Andy Dalton completed 20 of 31 for 244 yds, 2 TDs & 1 INT with WR AJ Green catching 6 passes for 117 yds and 1 TD. LB Dontay Moch will be back this week which should help their defense which has been a bit of a disappointment this season. Prediction: Bengals
Cleveland Browns (0-4) vs New York Giants (2-2)
Browns come in off a loss last week to the Ravens in Baltimore. Rookie QB Brandon Weeden has completed just 3 TDs to 7 INTs so far this season. The bright spot rookie RB Trent Richardson has scored a TD in the last 3 weeks. Browns defense need to stop opponents at the end of games if they hope to win this season. Giants come in off a close loss last week to the Eagles in Philadelphia. QB Eli Manning completed 24 of 42 for 309 yds, 2 TDs and 1 INT with WR Victor Cruz making 9 receptions for 109 yds and 1 of those TDs. Giants defense has been inconsistent which may hurt them as the season progresses. Prediction: Giants
Green Bay Packers (2-2) vs Indianapolis Colts (1-2)
Packers come in off a win last week against the Saints at home. QB Aaron Rodgers had his best week thus far completing 31 of 41 for 319 yds, 4 TDs and 1 INT with WR Jordy Nelson making 8 catches for 93 yds & 1 TD. They need to get their running game going; RB Cedric Benson only has 1 TD so far this season. The defense has been frustratingly inconsistent. Colts come in off a bye last week. Rookie QB Andrew Luck has thrown for 846 yds, 5 TDs and 4 INTs so far this season and RB Donald Brown has only rushed for 155 yds and 1 TD. Colts have to find a way to score more points if they have any hope of being competitive this season. Prediction: Packers
Philadelphia Eagles (3-1) vs Pittsburgh Steelers (1-2)
Eagles come in off a win against the Giants last week at home. QB Michael Vick completed 19 of 30 for 241 yds and 1 TD. RB LeSean McCoy has only rushed for 1 TD so far this season. This team has relied heavily on their defense to keep them in games and should fair well in their weak dvision. Steelers come in off a bye last week. QB Ben Roethlisberger has thrown for 904 yds 8 TDs and just 1 INT so far this season. Their defense has struggled so far but will have OLB James Harrison back this week which should give them a needed boost. Prediction: Steelers
Atlanta Falcons (4-0) vs Washington Redskins (2-2)
Falcons come in off a win last week against the Panthers last week at home. QB Matt Ryan completed 25 of 40 for 369 yds 3 TDs and 1 INT. RB Michael Turner rushed for 103 yds on 13 carries. Falcons defense has been one of the best in the league. Redskins come in off a win last week at home. Rookie QB Robert Griffin III completed 26 of 35 for 323 yds and rookie RB rushed for 113 yds on 21 carries and 1 TD. Their defense has been playing well even when their offense has struggled to score. Prediction: Falcons
Baltimore Ravens (3-1) vs Kansas City Chiefs (1-3)
Ravens come in off a win last week against the Browns at home. QB Joe Flacco completed 28 of 46 for 356 yds 1 TD and 1 INT with WR Torrey Smith making 6 receptions for 97 yds and the lne TD pass. Ravens have 1 of the top defenses. Chiefs come in off a loss last week against the Chargers at home. QB Matt Cassel had a rough game completing 24 of 42 for 251 yds, 2 TDs and 3 INTs. RB Jamaal Charles rushed for 88 yds on 17 carries and 1 TD and received 1 TD as well. Chiefs defense have been a major let down in the 4th quarter of every game so far. Prediction: Ravens
Chicago Bears (3-1) vs Jacksonville Jaguars (1-3)
Bears come in off a win last week against the Cowboys in Dallas last week. QB Jay Cutler completed 18 of 24 for 275 yds and 2 TDs with WR Brandon Marshall making 7 receptions for 138 yds and 1 of those TDs. With RB Matt Forte having been out with an injury and RB Michael Bush not having scored a TD yet, the running attack is sorely lacking, but they're defense has more than made up for the shortcoming on offense. Jags come in off a loss last week to the Bengals at home. QB Blaine Gabbert completed 23 of 34 for 186 yds, 1 TD and his 1st INT of the season. Maurice Jones-Drew was held in check last week so will need to produce this week if Jags have any shot of winning. Prediction: Bears
Seattle Seahawks (2-2) vs Carolina Panthers (1-3)
Seahawks come in off a loss last week to the Rams in St. Louis. Rookie QB Russell Wilson had his worst game of his young career throwing 3 INTs and 0 TDs. Their bright spot is RB Marshawn Lynch who rushed for 118 yds on 20 carries and 1 TD. Their defense nees to play consistent from week to week. Panthers come in off a loss last week to the Falcons in Atlanta. QB Cam Newton completed 15 of 24 for 215 yds and 2 TDs. RB DeAngelo Williams rushed for 1 additional TD. Panthers defense need to hold it together through the end of the 4th quarter. Prediction: Seahawks
Buffalo Bills (2-2) vs San Francisco 49ers (3-1)
Bills come in off a loss last week to the Patriots at home. QB Ryan Fitzpatrick had a rough week completing 22 of 39 for 350 yds, 4 TDs and 4 INTs. Their running game and their defense didnt show up last week and will need a big showing against the 49ers to have any shot whatsoever. 49ers come in off a shutout win over the Jets last week in New York. 49ers kept to the ground with RBs Frank Gore & Kendall Hunter & back up QB Colin Kaepernick each scoring a rushing TD. The defense scored a TD as well when Carlos Rogers running back a fumble for a score. Their defense is in the top 5. Prediction: 49ers
Denver Broncos (2-2) vs New England Patriots (2-2)
Broncos come in off a win last week agains the Raiders at home. QB Peyton Manning completed 30 of 38 for 338 yds and 3 TDs with WR Eric Decker catching 1 of them. RB Willis McGahee rushed for 112 yds on 19 carries and 1 additional TD. Their defense is still showing weakness on the line and need to find a way to shore up the holes. Patriots come in off a win last week against the Bills in Buffalo. QB Tom Brady had his best game so far this season completing 22 of 36 for 340 yds and 3 TDs. RB Stevan Ridley rushed for 106 yds on 22 carries and 2 additional TDs. Patriots defense has made vast improvements over last season and can capitalize on a weak division. Prediction: Patriots
Tennessee Titans (1-3) vs Minnesota Vikings (3-1)
Titans come in off a loss last week against the Texans in Houston. With QB Jake Locker injured back up QB Matt Hasselbeck completed 17 of 25 for 193 yds, 2 TDs and 2 INTs with WR Kendall Wright catching 1 of the TDs. RB Chris Johnson finally had his 1st game over 100 yds finishing last week with 141 yds on 25 carries, but he has yet to score a TD so far this season. Titans defense is the worst in the league allowing the most points against allowing an average of 37.7 pts per game. If they don't find a way to address the problem fast, this is going to be a terrible season. Vikings come in off a win last week against the Lions in Detroit. QB Christian Ponder has thrown a total of 824 yds, 4 TDs and 0 INTs so far this season. RB Adrian Peterson rushed for 102 yds on 21 carries while WR Percy Harvin ran back a kick-off for a TD. Vikings defense has been their biggest asset. Prediction: Vikings
San Diego Chargers (3-1) vs New Orleans Saints (0-4)
Chargers come in off a win last week against the Chiefs in Kansas City. QB Phillip Rivers completed 18 of 23 for 209 yds, 2 TDs and 1 INT with RB Jackie Battle receiving 1 TD and rushing for 1 additional TD. The Chargers defense is the best in their weak division. Saints come in off a loss last week to the Packers in Green Bay. QB Drew Brees completed 35 of 54 for 446 yds and 3 TDs with WR Marques Colston making 9 receptions for 153 yds and 1 of those TDs. This team is struggling badly on defense especially late in games. Prediction: Chargers
Houston Texans (4-0) vs New York Jets (2-2)
Texans come in off a win last week against the Titans at home. QB Matt Schaub completed 20 of 28 for 202 yds and 2 TDs with TE Owen Daniels receiving 1 of them. RB Arian Foster rushed for 86 yds on 24 carries and 1 additional TD. Texans defense is the best in a very weak AFC South division. Jets come in off a loss last week the 49ers at home. QB Mark Sanchez had a terrible game completing just 13 of 29 for 103 yds, 0 TDs and 1 INT. His running game behind RB Shonn Greene has only scored 1 TD so far this season. Jets offense will be without Santonio Holmes for the rest of the season which will hurt them down the line. Their defense is struggling especially without CB Darelle Revis. This is going to be a rough season for them. Prediction: Texans
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