Championship weekend

Fireman Ed is the best fan in the NFL, so this is just another chance to put him in my blog. Love the J-E-T-S Jets, Jets, Jets chant.

Jets at Colts: I have picked against the Jets every game in these playoffs. Will I pick against them again? Well they have almost everything I like. Great defense, great running game, good coach. They are a confident bunch and who can blame them. I think it would be funny if the Jets knocked the Colts out because in week 16 the Colts had a chance to knock the Jets out and they didn't do it. It would be a little ironic. The Colts D is questionable and their running game is also. You would think I would be rolling with the Jets, but the Colts have Peyton Manning. The single most important, most dangerous player in the league. Maybe ever. Honestly I am happy with either of these teams winning. I am going to stick with my pattern (its been good luck for the Jets) and pick against the Jets. I will pick the Colts 24-14. However, I do think that if the Jets D can make Peyton turn it over a couple of times and Mark Sanchez does not turn it over they have a very good shot. I still will take the Colts although Reggie Wayne will be lost on Revis Island. Dallas Clark and Austin Collie are the X-factors.

Vikings at Saints: The Vikings seem to have the better defense. That said they are not the same at home. I like the Saints offense and although I still like the Vikes D over the Saints, I think the home field makes the difference. The key matchup will be former teammates, Brett Favre vs. Darren Sharper. If the Saints jump out early it is over. If the Vikes jump out over, the Saints can comeback. There is not as much intrigue in this game to me. I like Drew Brees more than Favre and I like the Saints 31-23.

Divisional Weekend

So last week was not a good week for me. I should've know that the Bengals would crumble in the playoffs, they got beat up the week before by the same team just like the Cardinals. Oh well, on to this weekend.

Cardinals at Saints: This will most likely be such a high scoring game that the scoreboard operator will need to have extra lightbulbs ready. I am going to tak the Cardinals because they are more scrappy. I just think they want it more. Cardinals 41-31.

Ravens at Colts: Peyton or the Ravens D. This is tough because just like the previous game one team has been scraping to get in and the other team shut it down before the season ended. I like Peyton so I am going with the Colts, though I am not too confident. Colts 17-13.

Cowboys at Vikings: All I can say is that I think Minnesota has lost its edge and hasn't beat anyone good all season besides the Packers and they weren't playing good football then. Dallas is riding high at the right time of the year. I am taking Dallas 24-20

Jets at Chargers: The Jets have the top defense and running game. They are also huge underdogs. The Chargers are hot, really both teams are. The Bolts have won 11 straight and the Jets have won 6 of 7. I usually want the better defense and running game, but the thing I worry about is Sanchez. He did play well last week, and he is back home in SoCal. I think the Bolts will win, but it will be closer than expected. Chargers 23-21.

Wild Card

So I went on vacation after week 11 and never got back to writing until now. Sadly, the Bears missed the playoffs. There have been a lot of things that have happened so I am not going to reflect, just look forward.


Jets at Bengals: The Jets crushed the Bengals last week. The Bengals looked very uninspired and were resting a number of guys. Were they just playing possum and setting up the game they wanted for the first round? Maybe. Although, I don't think they wanted to lose like that. Ocho Cinco was lost on Revis Island. All that said, I am going to take the Bengals 13-10. I actually want the Jets to win, but I think that at home the Bengals get it done. This game really depends on Sanchez. I think the Bengals will force Sanchez to beat them. Load the box and see what happens. The Bengals have struggled offensively, but I think they held back last week for this week. Either way, I think the winner is in for a big loss the week after when they play the Chargers or Colts.

Eaglesat Cowboys: Another tough one. I know the Cowboys crushed the Iggles last week, but the playoffs is a new season. Also, the Eagles did not blitz almost at all last week, maybe saving a little for this week. Its crazy, they could've had a first round bye, but they lost. I told a friend of mine I would root for the Cowboys for him since it was 1996 that they last won a playoff game. I'm not sure I can hold to that. I like the Eagles, D-Mac, and Andy Reid more than the Cowboys, Romo, and Bum's kid...not to mention Jerrah Jones. Fortunately, it doesn't matter who I want to win. Bottom line is I think the Eagles come out blitzing, but the inability to run, the backup center and the fact that the Cowboys are playing better right now makes me pick the Cowboys 27-21. Although, history says don't trust big D.

RavensatPatriots: Its amazing how far the Pats have fallen on my scale of favorite teams over the past decade. They were easily one of my favorites with Bledsoe, Milloy, Law, Bruschi, etc. but they really bug me now. Boston sports and their fans bug me. The Golden Boy has gone from one of the greatest underdog successes ever to...well...kind of a whiner. I watched in last week's game vs. the Texans and he got pushed down after releasing the ball(not a late hit at all) and got up pointing to the official begging for a flag. Then after he didn't get it he went and yelled at the guy who pushed him over. Give me a break. What happened to the Tom Brady who won Super Bowls with nobodys playing by his side? The old Brady would beat the new Brady's face in if he really saw how he was whining. I think he knows he doesn't have a great team around him so he is looking for help anywhere he can get it. That includes the officials. They haven't been the same since Belichick was told he can't cheat anymore. What does that tell you? The D is no good. The Pats may get by the Ravens, but I hope not. My official pick is Patriots 20-17. I don't think Flacco will get it done. But I wouldn't be shocked though if the Ravens did.

<Packersat Cardinals: To me, the most boring and uninteresting game of the weekend. I think the Packers will roll in this one. I like their D better and their offense is more balanced. I think the Cards are too beat up. The only way the Cards win this is if Larry Fitzgerald takes over like he did last year, which is entirely possible. But I do not think that they will have enough. Packers 27-14.

Week 11 Preview

Week 11 starts tonight with the Dolphins at Panthers. Ronnie Brown is out for the season now, which really hurts the Dolphins. It ends any chances (which were slim to begin with) of them making it to the playoffs. Enough with this, lets get to the other games.

Game of the Week:
Eagles at Bears.
This a downgrade from last week. That said, the reason this is the game of the week is I think the loser of this one is out of the playoff race. One of these teams might have a chance to get there. The Bears D has been horrific, especially against the pass and thats all the Eagles know how to do. Also, the Eagles blitz a lot and Cutler has not dealt with the blitz well at all. I actually think that Da Bears win this in a close one because they've had an extra 3 days of work and motivation after the loss to the 49ers. Cutler will be better.

Worst Game of the Week
Browns at Lions
I like the Lions, but this is a bad game. Cleveland sucks all around. The offense is bad. The Lions offense is ok, the D is bad. I am picking the Lions. I think that they will win by 10 or more. I know thats a stretch with the Lions. But they are playing the Browns (who I think will have the #1 pick next year).

Lock of the Week
Jets at Patriots
I don't think this is a close one. Both teams are coming off of a close loss. The Patriots will rebound better. It is in Foxboro and Belichick and Brady will not lose a 2nd straight game. The Patriots should win this pretty comfortably. Mark Sanchez is going to turn it over a little. The Jets only chance is if the the D shows up like crazy and Thomas Jones gets going.

Upset Alert
Chargers over Broncos
I already picked the Bears over the Eagles, which is shakey, but thats what upsets are. The Chargers are the underdog, but I think they will win this one rather easily. The Chargers have a good offense and Denver's D has gotten worse. I think that San Diego is on the rise and Denver is on the decline. Thats it.

Week 10 Review

Belichick. Bill! What were you thinking? Ok, I get it you wanted to close out the game and keep it out of Peyton's hands. But consider this. Peyton had thrown 2 INTs. I would rather risk having Peyton go 70 yards instead of 30 yards. He obviously does not trust his defense. That it the message to his team. He doesn't believe in the defense. This was just one where I think he outsmarted himself. If they lose after punting than at least he says to his defense, I trusted you and you let me down. Three Super Bowl rings backing him up, so I guess you give him the benefit of the doubt. Colts have all but wrapped up a first round bye.

Who Dey, Who Dey, Who Dey think gon' beat them Bengals? Not the Steelers. For the first time since 1998 and the second time since 1990 that the Bengals have swept the Steelers in oone year. As someone who has followed and rooted for the Bengals for a long time, I still have a little doubt in my head that they will screw this up. But they are good. Anyone who beats the Steelers twice in one season is good. I'm liking this. Keep it up Bengals, you deserve this season.
On the flip side. What are they thinking signing Larry Johnson? You are on a roll and just got rid of the Jail Bengals moniker. Why would you do this to yourselves? He is not that good anymore. I know Cedric Benson may be hurt, but Bernard Scott is good and they could sign someone better than L.J.

Cutler. Wow, what a bad day. Cutler threw 5 INTs. That sucks. He was my fantasy QB. He is going to be benched by me. This was a horrible outing and it made me sick to watch it. I said at the time of the trade between the Bears and Broncos that Denver got the better of the trade. Cutler has a big arm, but is immature and not smart. Orton plays within himself and I like him better because he doesn't turn it over very often. Then the Bears gave up 2 first round picks. How does that taste Chicage? You like that.

Redskins. I just have to give love to the Skins for beating Denver. That was good to see. They probably don't win if Orton doesn't miss the 2nd half with injury. But they pulled together and did not let Denver score in the second half. Good work Skins.

New HTML

I know that it looks a little funny, but I have been teaching myself HTML code over the last couple of hours. I decided to try and use it for this weeks blog. It takes a little bit of time, especially when you are just learning what you are doing. There are links to the teams that are listed. Click on the team name and it will take you to the website.

Week 10 Preview

image taken from boston.com

Game of the Week

PatriotsatColts
This should be a great game. The Patriots and Colts meet for the seventh consecutive season as the rivalry grows bigger each season. The Colts have won 4 of the last 5. It is in Indy, but the Colts have 3 of 4 starting DB's out against Tom Brady and his receivers. That is huge for the Patriots. If the Colts are going to win they have to win it in somewhat of a shootout. I don't see it being low scoring anyways, but the Pats have a better chance of winning if they keep the game to a slow pace. All week there has been a debate about who you would rather have. I don't think you can go wrong with either. They are pretty close to equal...except Manning's commercials are better. I will definitely be watching this one on NBC's Sunday Night Football.

Worst Game of the Week

ChiefsatRaiders
This is a horrible game. Who will watch this outside of Raiders and Chiefs fans, and even some of them probably won't watch this. It is ugly. I pick the Chiefs to win it though.

Lock of the Week

SaintsatRams
The Saints offense is better, their defense is better. The only thing the Rams have better is Steven Jackson and he can't be the Aints by himself, oh wait, they aren't the Aints anymore. This shouldn't be close, but I've been wrong on this twice this year. Drew Brees is going to carve up the Rams.

Upset of the Week

I could choose the the Patriots over the Colts because technically they are underdogs, but its not really an upset. So here you go.

PanthersoverFalcons

I don't think Atlanta is as good as everyone thinks and I think Carolina is better than everyone thinks. I like both running games, but I like Carolina's defense more. I know Matt Ryan is good, but he might get to know Julius Peppers very well this week. I like Carolina at home. It should be a good game, but Carolina takes it.