Week 2 predictions

Ravens (1-0) vs. Bengals (1-0)

Ravens come in off a win last week to the Bills. Joe Flacco looked stellar completing 25/34 for 236 yards and three touchdowns with Willie Snead, John Brown and Michael Crabtree each receiving one. The ground game looked good under Kenneth Dixon who rushed for an additional touchdown, but Dixon is questionable for this week and Alex Collins may get the start. The defense picked off Nathan Peterman twice in Week 1. They will be a force to reckon with this season.

Bengals come in off a win last week to the Colts. Andy Dalton completed 21/28 for 243 yards two touchdowns and one interception. His sure handed target A.J. Green was the recipient of one and second year receiver John Ross made his first NFL touchdown of his career with the other. Joe Mixon rushed for another Bengals touchdown showing the might of their ground game. The defense was able to pick off Andrew Luck one. AFC North will be up for grabs in 2018.

Prediction: Ravens


Chiefs (1-0) vs. Steelers (0-0-1)

Chiefs come in off a win last week to the Chargers. Patrick Mahomes looked outstanding completing 15/27 for 256 yards and four touchdowns with Tyreek Hill snagging two of those as well as returning a punt for another one. Kareem Hunt and Spencer Ware were kept in check, but the return of Ware should make this ground game more explosive this season. The defense snagged an INT and hurried the Chargers throughout the game. Chiefs may be the team to beat in the AFC West.

Steelers come in off a tie last week with the Browns. Ben Roethlisberger was picked off three times in the game and is now nursing an elbow injury. Antonio Brown was able to make the lone touchdown grab Roethlisberger threw and JuJu Smith-Schuster made five catches for 119 yards. The most impressive element was the run game under running back James Conner who rushed for 135 yards on 31 carries and two touchdowns. Despite some woes the defense was still able to make one interception in the game. Steelers may need to make some moves to get Le'Veon Bell into the fold soon to help the offense through the season.

Prediction: Steelers


Dolphins (1-0) vs. Jets (1-0)

Dolphins come in off a win last week to the Chargers. Ryan Tannehill had a rough start completing 20/28 for 230 yards two touchdowns and two interceptions with both touchdowns going to Kenny Stills. None of the running backs rushed for more than 70 yards leaving a lot to be desired in the ground attack. The defense however had a great start with three interceptions in the game. It may be their biggest strength this season.

Jets come in off a win last week to the Lions. Sam Darnold started off his NFL career with a pick but recovered quickly and finished the day completing 16/21 for 198 yards two touchdowns and one interception. Quincy Enuwa and Robby Anderson each caught a touchdown from Darnold. Isaiah Crowell rushed for 102 yards on 10 carries and two touchdowns. The "Gang Green" defense was impressive picking off Matt Stafford five times in the game. This team may be ready to make moves in their division.

Prediction: Jets


Eagles (1-0) vs. Buccaneers (1-0)

Eagles come in off a win last week to the Eagles. Nick Foles had a dismal start to the season completing just 19/34 for 117 yards and one interception. Fortunately the ground game made up for the lack of an air attack with Jay Ajayi rushing for two touchdowns. The defense was able to keep Matt Ryan and Julio Jones in check and may be their biggest strength this season.

Buccaneers come in off a win last week to the Saints. Ryan Fitzpatrick was impressive completing 21/28 for 417 yards and four passing touchdowns as well as one rushing touchdown. DeSean Jackson snagged two of those touchdowns. Peyton Barber was the most effective rusher but was still held under 70 yards on the ground. This revamped defense only managed one sack in their first outing and cannot depend on the offense to run up the score every game.

Prediction: Eagles


Browns (0-0-1) vs. Saints (0-1)

Browns come in off a tie last week with the Steelers. Tyrod Taylor completed 15/40 for 197 yards for one touchdown and one interception with the lone touchdown going to Josh Gordon. Taylor also rushed for 77 yards on eight carries and one additional touchdown. Carlos Hyde rushed for one touchdown as well. The defense balled out with rookie Denzel Ward showing off his amazing hands with two interceptions and Myles Garrett sacking Ben Roethlisberger twice. This team will need to start winning the close ones or face another season of disappointment.

Saints come in off a loss last week to the Buccaneers. Drew Brees completed 37/45 for 439 yards and three touchdowns. Michael Thomas made 16 receptions for 180 yards and one touchdown. Alvin Kamara proved to be a dual threat rushing for two touchdowns and receiving one more. The defense was unable to stop the Buccaneers from racking up points and need to get a handle on it quick.

Prediction: Saints


Colts (0-1) vs. Redskins (1-0)

Colts come in off a loss last week to the Bengals. Andrew Luck made his return to the field and made an impression while completing 39/53 for 319 yards two touchdowns and one interception with tight end Eric Ebron and wide receiver T.Y. Hilton each hauling in one. The ground game was inept with no running back rushing over 40 yards. The defense did show flashes of greatness with Kenny Moore picking off Andy Dalton once in last week's match. The defense is still the biggest question mark.

Redskins come in off a win last week to the Cardinals.Alex Smith completed 21/30 for 255 yards and two touchdowns with tight end Jordan Reed snagging one. Adrian Peterson made his Redskins debut by rushing for 96 yards on 26 carries and one touchdown. The defense was able to sack Bradford twice and pick him off once. Smith may be the key difference to turn this team around this year.

Prediction: Redskins


Chargers (0-1) vs. Bills (0-1)

Chargers come in off a loss last week to the Chiefs. Philip Rivers completed 34/51 for 424 yards three touchdowns and one interception. Keenan Allen made eight receptions for 108 yards and one touchdown. Melvin Gordon had a combined 166 rushing and receiving yards. The defense managed one sack but it's the special teams that continues to be the biggest struggle for the team.

Bills come in off a loss last week to the Ravens.After Nathan Peterman's Week 1 performance, the team has made the switch to rookie quarterback Josh Allen. Allen was decent in the preseason, but switching this early is a huge risk for the Bills. The defense managed two sacks in Week 1, they may be the best asset going for the team.

Prediction: Chargers


Vikings (1-0) vs. Packers (1-0)

Vikings come in off a win last week to the 49ers. Kirk Cousins completed 20/36 for 244 yards for two touchdowns with Kyle Rudolph and Stefon Diggs each receiving one. The ground game was ineffective with neither Latavius Murray nor Dalvin Cook able to rush for over 45 yards. The defense picked up where they left off last season with three sacks and three interceptions. They are the top defense in the league and make the Vikings a major contender in the NFC.

Packers come in off a win last week to the Bears. Aaron Rodgers was injured during the game but was still able to complete 20/30 for 286 yards and three touchdowns. Randall Cobb made nine receptions for 142 yards and one touchdown. The defense made two sacks during the game and will need to step up this week in a battle for the NFC North.

Prediction: Packers


Panthers (1-0) vs. Falcons (0-1)

Panthers come in off a win last week to the Cowboys. Cam Newton completed 17/26 for 161 yards and one rushing touchdown. The offense lost tight end Greg Olsen for several weeks with a foot injury. The defense was able to get four sacks last week and should have a better performance this week if the offense can keep pace.

Falcons come in off a loss last week to the Eagles. Matt Ryan completed 21/43 for 251 yards zero touchdowns and one interception. Julio Jones made 10 receptions for 169 yards. Tevin Coleman rushed for the lone touchdown for the Falcons. This team's defense is good and managed one interception and one sack against the Eagles. Sarkisian has to get this team's offense ready if they hope to win the NFC South.

Prediction: Falcons


Texans (0-1) vs. Titans (0-1)

Texans come in off a loss last week to the Patriots. Deshaun Watson completed 17/34 for 176 yards one touchdown and one interception with Bruce Ellington making the lone touchdown catch. Lamar Miller rushed for 98 yards on 20 carries but Alfred Blue was the back who rushed for the lone rushing touchdown. The defense was able to get two sacks and one interception against the Patriots which bodes well for them in the AFC South division.

Titans come in off a loss last week to the Dolphins.Marcus Mariota was injured during the game but is expected to start this week. He managed just 9/16 for 103 yards and two interceptions in the game. The ground game produced with Dion Lewis rushing for 75 yards on 16 carries and one touchdown. The defense produced one sack and two interceptions. The loss of tight end Delanie Walker will be hard for the team to overcome.

Prediction: Texans


Cardinals (0-1) vs. Rams (1-0)

Cardinals come in off a loss last week to the Redskins.Sam Bradford completed 20/34 for 153 yards and one interception. David Johnson was held under 40 yards rus hing but was able to score one touchdown. The defense managed three sacks but if the offense isn't able to score this will be another long season for them.

Rams come in off a win last week to the Raiders. Jared Goff completed 18/33 for 233 yards and two touchdowns. Todd Gurley rushed for 108 yards on 20 carries and one rushing touchdown as well as one receiving touchdown. The new look defense was able to get one sack and three interceptions. Rams will be hard to beat this season.

Prediction: Rams


Lions (0-1) vs. 49ers (0-1)

Lions come in off a loss last week to the Jets. Matthew Stafford completed 27/46 for 286 yards for one touchdown and four interceptions with the one touchdown going to Golden Tate. The running game left much to be desired with no running back rushing over 20 yards. The defense managed two sacks and one interception but without more points from the offense Lions may finish last in the NFC North.

49ers come in off a loss last week to the Vikings. Jimmy Garoppolo completed 15/33 for 261 yards one touchdown and three interceptions with only Dante Pettis able to score. The run game was stuffed with everyone held under 50 yards. The defense managed three sacks in the game but without more touchdowns out of the offense, the team is likely to finish last in their division again.

Prediction: Lions


Raiders (0-1) vs. Broncos (1-0)

Raiders come in off a loss last week to the Rams. Derek Carr completed 29/40 for 303 yards zero touchdowns and three interceptions. Marshawn Lynch was held to just 41 yards rushing but did manage one touchdown. The defense only managed one sack and is missing a key pass rush. That may be their biggest Achilles heel this season.

Broncos come in off a win last week to the Seahawks. Case Keenum completed 25/39 for 329 yards three touchdowns but also three interceptions. Running back Phillip Lindsay had a combine 102 rushing and receiving yards and one receiving touchdown. The defense was outstanding managing six sacks and two interceptions. If Keenum can play a little more carefully this defense can lead them into the playoffs.

Prediction: Broncos


Patriots (1-0) vs. Jaguars (1-0)

Patriots come in off a win last week to the Texans. Tom Brady completed 26/39 for 277 yards three touchdowns and one interception. Rob Gronkowski made seven receptions for 123 yards and one touchdown. The defense produced three sacks and one interception. Only the ground game is questionable and need to find it's place quickly.

Jaguars come in off a win last week to the Giants. Blake Bortles completed 18/33 for 176 yards one touchdown and one interception. T.J. Yeldon had a combined 69 yards and one receiving touchdown. The defense had two sacks and one interception. This is one of the top defenses in the league, if  Bortles can play consistent the team will easily with their division.

Prediction: Patriots


Giants (0-1) vs. Cowboys (0-1)

Giants come in off a loss last week to the Jaguars. Eli Manning completed 23/37 for 224 yards and one interception. Odell Beckham made 11 receptions for 111 yards. Saquon Barkley showed out in his NFL debut with 106 yards on 18 carries and one touchdown. The defense managed one sack and one sack. With a run game the team should be vastly improved over last season.

Cowboys come in off loss last week to the Panthers. Dak Prescott completed 19/29 for 170 yards. Ezekiel Elliott rushed for 69 yards on 15 carries and one touchdown. The defense managed three sacks in the game. The lack of a true number one receiver may be hard for the team to overcome.

Prediction: Cowboys


Seahawks (0-1) vs. Bears 0-1)

Seahawks come in off a loss last week to the Broncos. Russell Wilson completed 19/33 for 298 yards three touchdowns and two interceptions. Tight end Will Dissly made three receptions for 105 yards and one touchdown. Running backs Chris Carson and Rashaad Penny. Despite the loss of many key players, the defense managed one sack and three interceptions. Seahawks must find a consistent running attack this season.

Bears come in off a loss last week to the Packers. Mitch Trubisky completed 23/35 for 171 yards and one rushing touchdown. Jordan Howard rushed for 82 yards on 15 carries. The defense led by newest addition Khalil Mack had four sacks and one interception. With a stout defense the team will make a comeback in 2018.

Prediction: Seahawks


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