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Week 14 Preview
Another week, another terrible AFC west match up to endure. This time arguably the most disappointing team In the NFL, the 4-8 San Diego Chargers takes on division rival, 3-9 Oakland. It’s hard to say what is more frustrating, watching Oakland play keep the ball away from their best player, Darren McFadden or watching the talent led Chargers waste a promising season away. The slightly worse Chargers will pull off the win over Oakland.
San Diego defeats Oakland.
Jacksonville was embarrassed on national television Monday night after being skunked by Houston 30-17. Texans rookie running back Steve Slaton made his bid for rookie of the year rushing for 130 yards, two touchdowns and also catching two passes for 52 yards. Expect Chicago rookie running back Matt Forte to do similar things in what should amount to a Chicago win.
Chicago defeats Jacksonville.
Minnesota after convincingly beating division rival Chicago 34-14, takes on a still winless Detroit team that was destroyed last Thursday 47-10 by Tennessee. The Lions don’t have a very good passing game and what works best, Kevin Smith and the running game will find it hard to run against a stout Vikings defense. Minnesota running back Adrian Peterson will have a big game and the Lions will fall to 0-12.
Minnesota defeats Detroit.
Houston had a great win in their first ever Monday night football game, 30-17 over division rival Jacksonville. Houston got big performances from rookie running back Steve Slaton and all-pro receiver Andre Johnson. Houston has one problem; they travel to the frozen tundra of Lambeau Field to take on what is sure to be an upset Green Bay team. The Packers lost a 35-31 decision to Carolina last week and are now in a must win situation. Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers will have a big day and keep the Packers slim playoff chances alive.
Green Bay defeats Houston.
Things do not get any easier for Indianapolis, who need to just win out in order to make the playoffs. The Colts should have a much easier game against hapless Cincinnati which ranks near last in every offensive category. Peyton Manning and the Colts offense will get back on track and if they don’t they won’t have to score many points to beat the Bengals.
Indianapolis defeats Cincinnati.
New Orleans, after loosing to division rival Tampa Bay last week, lost what slim chances they had at making the playoffs. It only gets tougher for the Saints this week as they take on rookie phenomenon Matt Ryan and the 8-4 Atlanta Falcons. Atlanta’s second ranked rush offense will plow through a shaky Saints defense and help secure their bid for a wildcard game.
Atlanta defeats New Orleans.
In what should be a very intriguing match up the dominating New York Giants take on a Jekyll and Hyde Philadelphia team. The Eagles scored just seven points against Baltimore in week 12 but exploded for 48 against Arizona last week. Look for the ugly side of the Eagles to show up against a stifling Giants defense.
New York Giants defeat Philadelphia Eagles.
Cleveland played the Colts tough in a 10-6 loss and gets a Tennessee team that takes pride in its smash mouth rough and tough football. With third string quarterback Ken Dorsey at the helm for Cleveland, the Titans should have another walk in the park.
Tennessee defeats Cleveland.
Miami won an ugly game 16-12 against St. Louis last week, but a win is a win and the once 1-15 Dolphins of last year are now sitting at 7-5 with a chance at the playoffs. Miami’s opponents Buffalo had such a promising start, but have gone down hill and down fast after last week loosing 10-3 to San Francisco and fell to 6-6. Miami’s running game will get back to normal and the Dolphins will win big.
Miami defeats Buffalo.
Kansas City is getting better but don’t expect them to show it this time against a Denver team that looking to seal up their season with a AFC West title. Denver stunned the previously red-hot New York Jets 34-17 Sunday and will keep on a roll against 2-10 Kansas City.
Denver defeats Kansas City.
The New York Jets got shellacked by Denver last week but expect them to rebound against San Francisco Sunday. The 49ers are progressing as the season goes on but struggle against the run, which inclines me to believe that Tomas Jones and the New York Jets will have a big day against San Francisco
New York Jets defeat San Francisco
New England will rebound against Seattle after being hammered by the Steelers 33-10 in their own home. Matt Cassel and the New England Patriots will ease their way through a Seattle team that has taken a big step backwards this year.
New England defeats Seattle.
St. Louis cannot seem to win a game in any fundamental way and blew a lead against Miami Sunday. The Rams defense played well allowing just 16 points, but Rams quarterback Marc Bulger’s three interceptions gave the Rams no chance. St. Louis takes on a Arizona offense that is for sure to score more than 16 points in what should be a blow out victory.
Arizona defeats St. Louis.
In what should be a classic affair the 9-3 Pittsburgh Steelers take on 8-4 Dallas. The Steelers are arguably the best team in the AFC and that includes a conference with Tennessee. Dallas is getting better as they are getting healthier but the Pittsburgh defense, which has not allowed 300 total yards in a game this season, will be to much to handle.
Pittsburgh defeats Dallas.
Washington takes on a fierce Baltimore defense and it will not be pretty. Washington biggest threat in running back Clinton Portis will get roughed up by a physical Baltimore defense. To go with that defense the under looked rookie Joe Flacco has quietly been the underlying star of the Ravens season.
Baltimore defeats Washington.
Its Monday night football and Tampa Bay takes on Carolina in what should be a low scoring smash mouth style game. Both Tampa Bay and Carolina feature strong running games that will have to carry the load against each other. Carolina’s running game of DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart will be to much for the Buccaneers to handle.
Carolina defeats Tampa Bay.
San Diego defeats Oakland.
Jacksonville was embarrassed on national television Monday night after being skunked by Houston 30-17. Texans rookie running back Steve Slaton made his bid for rookie of the year rushing for 130 yards, two touchdowns and also catching two passes for 52 yards. Expect Chicago rookie running back Matt Forte to do similar things in what should amount to a Chicago win.
Chicago defeats Jacksonville.
Minnesota after convincingly beating division rival Chicago 34-14, takes on a still winless Detroit team that was destroyed last Thursday 47-10 by Tennessee. The Lions don’t have a very good passing game and what works best, Kevin Smith and the running game will find it hard to run against a stout Vikings defense. Minnesota running back Adrian Peterson will have a big game and the Lions will fall to 0-12.
Minnesota defeats Detroit.
Houston had a great win in their first ever Monday night football game, 30-17 over division rival Jacksonville. Houston got big performances from rookie running back Steve Slaton and all-pro receiver Andre Johnson. Houston has one problem; they travel to the frozen tundra of Lambeau Field to take on what is sure to be an upset Green Bay team. The Packers lost a 35-31 decision to Carolina last week and are now in a must win situation. Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers will have a big day and keep the Packers slim playoff chances alive.
Green Bay defeats Houston.
Things do not get any easier for Indianapolis, who need to just win out in order to make the playoffs. The Colts should have a much easier game against hapless Cincinnati which ranks near last in every offensive category. Peyton Manning and the Colts offense will get back on track and if they don’t they won’t have to score many points to beat the Bengals.
Indianapolis defeats Cincinnati.
New Orleans, after loosing to division rival Tampa Bay last week, lost what slim chances they had at making the playoffs. It only gets tougher for the Saints this week as they take on rookie phenomenon Matt Ryan and the 8-4 Atlanta Falcons. Atlanta’s second ranked rush offense will plow through a shaky Saints defense and help secure their bid for a wildcard game.
Atlanta defeats New Orleans.
In what should be a very intriguing match up the dominating New York Giants take on a Jekyll and Hyde Philadelphia team. The Eagles scored just seven points against Baltimore in week 12 but exploded for 48 against Arizona last week. Look for the ugly side of the Eagles to show up against a stifling Giants defense.
New York Giants defeat Philadelphia Eagles.
Cleveland played the Colts tough in a 10-6 loss and gets a Tennessee team that takes pride in its smash mouth rough and tough football. With third string quarterback Ken Dorsey at the helm for Cleveland, the Titans should have another walk in the park.
Tennessee defeats Cleveland.
Miami won an ugly game 16-12 against St. Louis last week, but a win is a win and the once 1-15 Dolphins of last year are now sitting at 7-5 with a chance at the playoffs. Miami’s opponents Buffalo had such a promising start, but have gone down hill and down fast after last week loosing 10-3 to San Francisco and fell to 6-6. Miami’s running game will get back to normal and the Dolphins will win big.
Miami defeats Buffalo.
Kansas City is getting better but don’t expect them to show it this time against a Denver team that looking to seal up their season with a AFC West title. Denver stunned the previously red-hot New York Jets 34-17 Sunday and will keep on a roll against 2-10 Kansas City.
Denver defeats Kansas City.
The New York Jets got shellacked by Denver last week but expect them to rebound against San Francisco Sunday. The 49ers are progressing as the season goes on but struggle against the run, which inclines me to believe that Tomas Jones and the New York Jets will have a big day against San Francisco
New York Jets defeat San Francisco
New England will rebound against Seattle after being hammered by the Steelers 33-10 in their own home. Matt Cassel and the New England Patriots will ease their way through a Seattle team that has taken a big step backwards this year.
New England defeats Seattle.
St. Louis cannot seem to win a game in any fundamental way and blew a lead against Miami Sunday. The Rams defense played well allowing just 16 points, but Rams quarterback Marc Bulger’s three interceptions gave the Rams no chance. St. Louis takes on a Arizona offense that is for sure to score more than 16 points in what should be a blow out victory.
Arizona defeats St. Louis.
In what should be a classic affair the 9-3 Pittsburgh Steelers take on 8-4 Dallas. The Steelers are arguably the best team in the AFC and that includes a conference with Tennessee. Dallas is getting better as they are getting healthier but the Pittsburgh defense, which has not allowed 300 total yards in a game this season, will be to much to handle.
Pittsburgh defeats Dallas.
Washington takes on a fierce Baltimore defense and it will not be pretty. Washington biggest threat in running back Clinton Portis will get roughed up by a physical Baltimore defense. To go with that defense the under looked rookie Joe Flacco has quietly been the underlying star of the Ravens season.
Baltimore defeats Washington.
Its Monday night football and Tampa Bay takes on Carolina in what should be a low scoring smash mouth style game. Both Tampa Bay and Carolina feature strong running games that will have to carry the load against each other. Carolina’s running game of DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart will be to much for the Buccaneers to handle.
Carolina defeats Tampa Bay.
