Week 8 Picks

Week 7: 13-1  Overall: 64-42

Freeman didn’t throw for over 300 but the Bucs did manage to pull off the upset against the Vikings.

Panthers vs. Bears

The Panthers just aren’t that good this year behind a struggling Cam Newton and the fazing out of DiAngelo Williams.  The Bears are starting to get on a roll now.  Matt Forte is clearly healthy and the Culter/Marshall dynamic is still there.  They are also allowing the fewest rushing yards per game.  Chicago should win handily.

Pick: Bears

Chargers vs. Browns

Although the Browns don’t have the most impressive stats they are usually in close games week in and week out.  After another tough loss against the Colts last weeks they’ll turn their focus on the disappointing Chargers.  They face the 2nd ranked rushing defense in the league so all of the pressure will fall onto the old rookie Weeden.  Although Rivers has been far from elite this year, I like his talented skill players better.

Pick: Chargers

Seahawks vs. Lions

The Seahawks tall corners should be able to slow down Calvin Johnson and this Detroit offense.  Detroit is one of those teams who look great on paper but have a hard time turning that into a “W”.  The Seahawks on the other hand do everything really well except pass the ball.  If they can hold on to the ball and dominate time of possession then they should be able to pull this one out.

Pick: Seahawks

Jaguars vs. Packers

The Jags are without MJD and face an on fire Aaron Rodgers.  I don’t see this one being very close at all.

Pick: Packers

Colts vs. Titans

Since Hasselbeck has taken over their offense the Titans have won two in a row.  Chris Johnson all of the sudden is back to normal as well.  The Colts are up and down this year.  I’m going to take the streaking Titans in a close match-up.

Pick: Titans

Patriots vs. Rams

The Patriots have struggled at times without Hernandez in the lineup and he is not making the trip to London this week.  Although the Rams are no pushover, I don’t see them hanging around in this one.

Pick: Patriots

Dolphins vs. Jets

The Jets have been playing better as of late but they face the pesky Dolphins.  Earlier in the year the Jets won in OT.  The Jets couldn’t run the ball but had some success through the air.  That was however with Holmes and Revis  in the lineup.  This time I see the Dolphins winning the close game.

Pick: Dolphins

Falcons vs. Eagles

I really think the Falcons can’t stay undefeated for much longer.  You would think, facing the talented Eagles this would be the week.  With each team coming off a buy it will be interesting to see what the game plan will be.  You would think that McCoy will finally see a heavier workload but Philly is under a new D-Coordinator.  Matt Ryan who was the MVP through the first 4 games of the year has had some touchy performances as of late.  Matty Ice still gets the W though.

Pick: Falcons

Redkins vs. Steelers

We all like watching the exciting Redskins.  They are usually throwing the ball up and down the field to try to keep up with their opponent.  Big Ben will most likely throw for well over 300 yards.  If they can hold onto the ball and limit sacks, they’ll get the victory.

Pick: Steelers

Raiders vs. Chiefs

With the QB situation going on in KC, Charles looks to get a heavy workload this week.  The Raiders, although inconsistent at least know where their chips lie.  I’ll take the speedy Raiders team.

Pick: Raiders

Giants vs. Cowboys

The Giants are starting to get on a roll with their third win in a row after losing week 4 to Philadelphia.  With Nicks seemingly fully healthy, Eli and the Giants look to put up some points.    The Cowboys are much like how I described the Lions earlier: great on paper, disappointing on the field.  Earlier in the year the Cowboys won a close game with the help of a 6.6 YPC from Murray.  He has been less impressive since and Eli has continued to prove he is elite.

Pick: Giants

Saints vs. Broncos

Watch out NFL the Saints might be getting on a roll.  After a tough 0-4 start, they have since gone 2-0 in spite of probably the worst defense in the league.  Manning and this offense is starting to click as well and what better week to showcase than against the Saints.  Look for a shootout in Denver. 

Pick: Saints

49ers vs. Cardinals

The Cardinals have loss 3 in a row after starting the season 4-0.  Everyone still agrees they have a wonderful defense but the offensive situation is just not promising.  As much as I hate saying it, the 49ers are my pick this week.  Expect a low scoring game.

Pick: 49ers

Week 7 Review and Thursday Pick

Week 7: 13-1  Overall: 63-42

So that might be the best week I’m going to have with picks.  Not to toot my own horn but only one loss isn’t too bad.  I definitely needed a boost in my overall record though.  Anyways here’s my take a-ways:

It takes a balanced team to win a game: offense, defense and special teams

Offense: The Cardinals last week held ponder to 58 passing yards...58.  The Cards defense also caused 2 turnovers.  Although Peterson ran all over them, they still had over 10 minutes more in time of possession. Just looking at that you would think, blow out.  Nope they lost pretty handily to the Vikings last week.  Failed conversions, turnovers and missed redzone opportunities killed them.  Doesn’t matter if you have the best defense in the league, you need some offensive production.

Defense: The Redskins with RG3 behind the center can score.  They are electric, fast and can run all over you with the help of Morris.  They put up 23 on the reigning Super Bowl champs including a late TD to seemingly give them the win.  With only 1:32 left in the fourth it was all but won right?  Right?  One play from Eli to Cruz and its over (basically).  Oh but he probably broke like 5 tackles or made some amazing juke move right?  Nope a blown coverage.   You let the fastest guy on the Giants offense loose in the middle of the field on a go route.  This has been the Skins all year, can’t stop anyone through the air.  BTW don’t tell the Saints you need a defense.  Brees will just try to out throw you.

Special Teams:  Let’s face it, we weren’t expecting a shoot out between Oakland and Jacksonville. Instead we got a field goal match (although yes there were 4 total TDs).  This is just an example of capitalizing on possible points.  Any of those field goals missed and there would have been no overtime.  Just like a kick off or a punt, you can never fall asleep on special teams.

Buccaneers vs. Vikings

Like I mentioned before the Vikings only threw for 58 yards and still won the football game.  They must have been really good at everything that game.  Which they were.  The Bucs lost a heart breaker against the Saints, in spite of Freeman’s and Jackson’s huge performance.  He only has thrown for over 300 yards 3 times in his career.  In case you were curious Freeman has thrown for over 300 yards in two straight weeks.  That streak will continue this week against the Vikes.

Pick: Bucs

Week 7 Picks

Week 6: 4-10 Overall: 51-41

Titans vs. Bills

The Titans have either gotten blown out or barely won so far this season, most recently a win over Pittsburgh that no-one really saw coming.  The rank last in rushing offense and are near the bottom of the barrel on defense.  Meanwhile the Bills can run the ball but can’t stop anyone from doing it on them.  If there is a game that Chris Johnson is to show some life this year, this is the week.

Pick: Titans

Browns vs. Colts

The Browns finally got their first win last week.  They’ve been given a rough schedule to start the year yea managed to stay competitive in most of them.  This week should be another close game.  The Colts can beat Minnesota and Green Bay but then lose to the lowly Jaguars and get destroyed by the Jets.  If the Browns can double up Wayne and run the ball efficiently, they’ll get their second win this year.

Pick: Browns

Packers vs. Rams

The Rams coming off a big win against the Cards are looking to keep the train rolling.  If they were to play the Packers a few weeks ago, I would say they have a chance.  Packers returned to form last week with a big win over the Texans.  The Packers should maintain last weeks dominance. 

Pick: Packers

Cardinals vs. Vikings

After two straight losses a lot of people are writing off the Cardinals as pretenders.  Even though Skelton was named the starter at the begining of the year, I can’t really see him doing too much better than Kolb did while he was QB.  The lack of running game plus the worst tackle combination in football will leave Skelton on the ground most the day.  If the Vikes can get the ball to Peterson often and early, they should pull out a close one.

Pick: Vikings

Redskins vs. Giants

The Giants had a huge win last week against a team, who some considered to be the best in football.  Their defense is on a roll as well as Bradshaw.  Nicks should be finally back and the perfect week against a shaky pass defense.  RG3 is talented but he can only cary the team so far.

Pick: Giants

Saints vs. Buccaneers

The Saints have done one thing well all year and that is pass the ball.  Starting 0-4 isn’t the best scenario but this team is very capable of going on a 10 game win streak at any moment.  Although they face a tough rush defense in the Bucs, they should be able to throw the ball up and down the field.  With a hot Freeman, and resurgence of Mike Williams after a tough sophomore season, this should be a shootout. 

Pick: Saints

Cowboys vs. Panthers

Both of these team aren’t living up to expectations this year.  Cam Newton is obviously going through a sophomore slump, which effects Steve Smiths output too.  Meanwhile Tony Romo has managed to throw 9 picks already this year.  I look for the Cowboys to bounce back after a rough loss last week to the Ravens.

Pick: Cowboys

Ravens vs. Texans

Both these defenses are battling injuries.  After seeing the way that Felix Jones could run and down against the Ravens, just imagine what Foster can do.  If the Texans can run well to start the game it’ll help out Schaub be more efficient. 

Pick: Texans

Jaguars vs. Raiders

Let’s face it, neither one of these teams are going anywhere this year.  Of the two teams however, Oakland is the least horrible. 

Pick: Raiders

Jets vs. Patriots

The Jets had a big win against the Colts.  Tebow might be getting more reps?  No Revis, no problem right?  Well although the Patriots are only 3-3 so far this year, they are still very much one of the best teams in the AFC.  Especially with Hernandez back in the lineup and scoring touchdowns already and Welker consistently involved.  The real problem for the Jet is stoping the run in this one though.

Pick: Patriots

Steelers vs. Bengals

This game will be a close one.  Both teams are talented, although like most AFC teams this year, their record doesn’t show it.  This could be a huge day for Dalton and AJ Green but whether they can keep up with Big Ben and all of those weapons is another story.

Pick: Steelers

Lions vs. Bears

Lions can throw for yards up and down the field, getting in the end-zone hasn’t been as easy at times.  The bears however outside of week 2 against the Packers, have won handily each week.  This might not be as handily but the Bears are too balanced for the Lions.

Pick: Bears

Weel 6 Overview and Thursday Night Pick

Week 6: 4-10 Overall: 50-41

Last week was full of upsets, meaning I didn’t do so hot.  In fact, I tend not to pick so many upsets which hasn’t boded so well for my overall record.  That will be the theme this week; upsets and what they mean for the league.  Takeaways:

Records are only kind of important

There are 2 teams in the entire AFC with winning records: Baltimore and Houston.  That is 1 less than the amount of teams in the NFC West with winning records.  The only undefeated team left is Atlanta and they have been scraping wins the past few weeks.  San Francisco, who many thought was the best team in football hasn’t looked like it the past few weeks.  Then you look at Vegas and they rank the 3-3 New England Patriots as the best team in football.  It is very early in the season and records are only good enough to get you into the playoffs.  After the playoffs start everyone is 0-0.

Nobody knows who the best team in football is.

This kind of goes into the topic above.  The team with the best record is struggling the past few weeks.  The Texans lost Cushing and have an awful yards per rushing attempt.  The Ravens defense is allowing rushing yards like nobodies business which doesn’t help their offense look any better.  The Patriots look good on the field but manage to pull out a 3-3 record.  The Giants might be the best team in football but they seem to take weeks off.  The Packers look off all season until last week when they put up 42 against the Texans.  The Broncos also at 3-3 only seem to improve every week.  I have no idea what’s going on in the NFL, and I love it that way.  Any given Sunday right?

Michael Vick is not the right fit for the Eagles

Maybe it is the system they run under Reid or maybe it is the fact that Vick can’t hold onto the football.  Either way Vick’s turnovers are costing the Eagles W’s.  When playing behind, the play calls are pass heavy.  This puts the ball in the hands of a QB who is small and fumble prone.  When you have one of the best backs in football, why not give him the ball?  By the way, firing your defensive coordinator will not solve you problems.

Seahawks vs. the 49ers

The Seahawks have proven they can hang with anybody and if you can hang with a team, there is a chance you can beat them as well.  Both of these teams are in a 3 way tie for first place in the West, and have relied heavily on their defense (although for a 2 week span the ‘9ers were putting up points like it was Montana/Rice again).  This will be a low scoring affair and I believe it will be close, since these teams match up very similarly.  I give the nod to the more experienced team however.

Winner: 49ers

Week 6 Picks

Week 5: 10-4  Overall: 46-32

So the Steelers lost to the Titans.  I don’t feel so bad since every single NFL expert picked Pittsburgh as well.  Here is week 6:

Raiders vs. Falcons

The Raiders have been inconsistent at best while the Falcons continue to shine each week with the help of Matt Ryan and his dynamic offensive weapons.  Although McFadden has stayed healthy, he has not had a big start to the season like he did last year.  He needs to have a great game for the Raiders to keep up.  Falcons don’t seem like the type of team who will go undefeated this year, but this is not the week they are handed their first loss.

Pick: Falcons

Bengals vs. Browns

The Browns aren’t as bad as their 0-5 record, but the Bengals are a very solid team.  The Bengals have potential to put up some big numbers against this struggling defense.  If they fall short and keep it a low scoring game the Browns have a chance with the help rookie Trent Richardson.  The Bengals offense might be tough for the Browns to keep up with.

Pick: Bengals

Rams vs. Dolphins

This looks to be an intriguing match-up.  The Rams got a big win over Arizona last week by putting Kolb in the dirt what felt like every other play.  The Dolphins will run on you and run on you well with a multitude of talented backs.  Oh, and they stop you from running too.  A struggling Bradford doesn’t get much better with the loss of his number one target Amendola.  The Dolphin’s D helps them win this game.

Pick: Dolphins

Colts vs. Jets

Reggie Wayne is not only the most targeted receiver in football he also continues to put up huge numbers.  This team looked bound and determined to play well for Chuck Pagano.  Now they look to keep the ball rolling against the disappointingly bad Jets.  Without Revis this defense is mediocre and their offense is even worse.  Look for a another good performance from Andrew Luck.

Pick: Colts

Lions vs. Eagles

The Eagles lost a game that they could have won last week against Pittsburgh.  Now they face the 1-3 Lions who have yet to get in a rythm offensively.  If this game becomes a shootout, whoever gives up the least amount of turnovers will win.  If only the Eagles knew how good they would be if they gave McCoy the ball, they would run away with this one.

Pick: Eagles

Chiefs vs. Buccaneers

The Chiefs have their running attack back this year with a healthy dose of Charles.  They now don’t have their quarterback this week.  Former Notre Dame QB Brady Quinn will take over as the starter.  This bodes well for the Bucs.  If they can contain Charles they win easy.

Pick: Buccaneers

Cowboys vs. Ravens

The Ravens here are clearly the better over all team.  They are a team on a roll while the Cowboys continue to crumble.  I think both of those trends will continue.

Pick: Ravens

Bills vs. Cardinals

The Bills defense continues to give up points.  Fitzpatrick looks great at times and other times he appears to be intentionally throwing to the opposition.  The Cardinals coming off their first loss of the season will be without their top two back, Wells and Williams.  Stephens-Howling will try to pick up some of the slack but explosive as he may be, he is not an every down back.  This will be another week of a large amount of pass attempts for Kolb.  If he continues to get sacked, they’ll be in trouble.

Pick: Cardinals

Patriots vs. Seahawks

The Patriots are very good.  They are even better when they run the ball.  The Seahawks, as pedestrian as their quarterback play has been this year, is a pretty good team.  They play tough defense and shut down your receivers with corners who are over 6 feet tall.  Seattle also has a guy on offense capable of going beast mode, which is helpful.  If it is low scoring the Seahawks have a good chance of pulling out an upset.  I just find it hard to believe they can get much going offensively.

Pick: Patriots

Giants vs. 49ers

Both of these teams are good.  Very good.  The 49ers the past few weeks look indestructible as Alex Smith looks like a first over all pick (oh wait he was).  The Giants might finally be getting Nicks back to add to their already potent offense.  With a pass rush that can get to the quarterback, this could be a good test for the ‘9ers to see if they really are the best (or top 3) team in the league.

Pick: 49ers

Viking vs. Redskins

The Skins almost pulled out an upset against the Falcons last week but RG3 had to be taken out of the game after a hard hit.  This week he faces a whole ‘nother monster.  This team is very different, more like the trend we are seeing in the NFL; defense, running game, and solid QB play.  I think this Viking team is for real for at least the regular season. 

Pick: Vikings

Packers vs. Houston

This is another great match-up this week.  The underwhelming Packers team faces the undefeated behemoth that is the Texans.  Rogers who has been suffering from bad o-line play and his top receiver unable to make it on the field, must find another way to win.  Oh did we mention his starting running back is out for the year.  Houston meanwhile is on a tear.  They have been running the ball well as expected but a healthy Schaub makes for an efficient Schaub.  Plus this Houston defense is amazing, even after being depleted in the offseason.  Even with Cushing out for the year, I look for them to make life rough for Rogers next week.

Pick: Houston

Broncos vs. Chargers

Both of these teams are in similar positions.  They are in the same devision which is a weak one. Both at times look formable and at other times look middle of the road.  They both have QBs trying to prove themselves.  The Chargers have a young talented running back who had a break out game last week however.  If they get Mathews involved early I like the Chargers chances.

Pick: Chargers

Thursday Night Pick and Week 5 results

Week 5: 10-4  Overall: 46-31

Another 10 win week.  I know I am late to this one so it will be as basic as it gets.  No take aways from last week  right now maybe at the beginning of the next post.

Stealers vs. Titans

The Titans have been struggling and a lot of that is due to Chris Johnson not getting anything going this season (besides one game).  This week they have a tough match-up in Pittsburgh who shut down McCoy last week to a season low in yards.  Look for Big Ben to light it up this week, especially with the improved backfield of Mendenhall. 

Pick: Steelers

Week 5 Picks

Week 4: 10-5  Overall: 36-28

Well the Cardinals got handed their first loss Thursday against the Rams.  It we all knew they had their problems on offense but that was a lot of sacks and missed opportunities.  Week 5 picks!

Dolphins vs. Bengals

The Dolphins are better than their 1-3 record would lead you to believe.  Young Ryan Tannehill is playing well, Hartline although not a premeir talent is putting up good numbers and they seem to run the ball well no matter who is in the backfield.  The Bengals are leaning on their 2 sophomore studs Dalton and Green.  Although their defense isn’t quite what it was last year, they haven’t needed it. 

Pick: Bengals

Packers vs. Colts

Luck has played well thus far this season and especially for those with Reggie Wayne on their fantasy team.  They have a tough matchup this week with Green Bay.  The Packers have underwhelmed a lot of people this year and a lot of it has come from a lack of an explosive offense.  They will look to get back on pace this week even without the injured Gennings.

Pick: Packers

Ravens vs. Chiefs

Flacco has continued to try to prove he is an elite quarterback in this league, and has done a pretty good job so far.  Torrey Smith has improved his consistency although he has relied on big plays down field.  Charles looks to have fully recovered from his torn ACL last year ranking 2nd in the league in rushing.  The Ravens however, are just too balanced for the Chiefs. 

Pick: Ravens

Browns vs. Giants

The Giants typically get off to a slow start each year, yet are still doing pretty well through the air even without their true number one guy, Hakeem Nicks.  The Browns are a better team than their 0-4 record would make you think but have a uphill batter to beat the Super Bowl champs.

Pick: Giants

Eagles vs. Steelers

The Eagles look to be on the right track even though they have been quite up and down all year.  If the turn overs continue to go down and McCoy’s workload increases they are very formidable.  The Steelers have relied much more on the passing attack of Big Ben and less and less on their historically good defense.  This week could have a lot of big plays, mostly through the air.  Rashard Mendenhall is back in action for the first time this year but I  don’t see him making a huge difference unless it’s near the goal line.  This looks to be an interesting game.

Pick: Eagles

Falcons vs. Redskins

I’m sure a lot of people will be picking this as their upset of the week.  RG3 is this years Cam Newton doing it all on offense.  Well not all of it, Morris has been running the ball extremely well too.  Their defense is another story and this week they face one of the hottest offenses in football.  Matt Ryan has looked like an MVP so far this season and Roddy White continues to be the man.  The Falcons just have too many weapons and if they continue to hold on to the football, it will be hard for anyone to beat them this year.

Pick: Falcons

Seahawks vs. Panthers

Cam Newton is still a freak of an athlete but it hasn’t accounted for wins in the NFL.  It hasn’t even accounted for that much of a productive season statistically either.  This week they face another one of the tough NFC West defenses.  Seattle is tough to run on ranking 2nd in rushing defense and 2nd in overall defense.  If the Seahawks get any sort of offensive production I see them pulling out the W.

Pick: Seahawks

Bears vs. Jaguars

We all know the Jags aren’t that good.  The Bears although inconsistent have an easy matchup this week.  Look for Forte to get back into the swing of the offense this week.

Pick: Bears

Titans vs. Vikings

The Titans finally got some offensive production out of Chris Johnson last week but now face an under rated Vikings D.  The Vikings are another one of those teams in the league this year that rely on good defense, runnings the ball and limiting turnovers.  Plus Percy Harvin odes everything on the field.  He is like a real life Boobie Miles. 

Pick: Vikings

Broncos vs. Patriots

Another classic Peyton vs. Brady game.  This time Manning will be sporting orange and blue.  Each week Manning is looking more comfortable in the offense.  Meanwhile Brady who has been hot and cold, came up big late last week against the Bills.  I’d like to see this be a close game for old time sakes but if New England can run the ball like they did last week they should be fine.

Pick: Patriots

Bills vs. 49ers

The Bills have been battling injuries and blown leads.  Things don’t get any easier this week as they face the 49ers and their ridiculous defense.  If Fitzpatrick and limit Ints they might keep it close otherwise the 49ers will handle this team easily. 

Pick: 49ers

Chargers vs. Saints

Rivers and the Chargers offense is starting to get in the swing of things.  Even with their star running back coming off the bench, putting up points on this New Orleans team won’t be too difficult.  The question is if they can keep up.  Although they aren’t winning, Brees is still putting up tons of yards and a good amount of TDs.  I see New Orleans finally coming out of their slump.  It is just too un-like a Turner’s Chargers team to start the season so well.

Pick: Saints

Texans vs. Jets

The Jets aren’t that good.  They now are without Reevis and the boo-birds have started asking for Tebow.  The Texans however are still the most balanced team in football.  I see the Texans flying to the East Coast and taking care of business.

Pick: Texans

Week 4 Overview and Thursday Night Pick

Week 4: 10-5  Overall: 36-27

Another 10 win week for me.  Let’s see if I can improve next week.  Here are my take aways from week 4.

Don’t be the ones playing pissed off powerhouses

After two straight losses and being down 21-7 sometime in the 3rd quarter the New England Patriots looked to be going down the wrong path to success.  Then something clicked and Brady lit up the Bills for a total of 52 points (31 in the 4th quarter!!).  Brady better watch out, if he continues to have that pissed focused look on his face it just might stay that way. 

The 49ers are the other power house who handed out an ass kicking.  After a tough lost to an apparently good Viking team, the 49ers defense was looking to hand out punishment.  What better way to do it than to face the no offense Jets.  Poor Sanchez just might get benched for a running ba...I mean Tim Tebow.  On a positive note, Rex Ryan has lost some weight guys!

I’ll never understand certain team’s consistency issues

Chicago can’t decide if they are an elite team in the NFC or if they are shackled by Jay Cutler and their offensive line.  One week they are getting destroyed by Green Bay then next they are dominating a Dallas team who on paper should be better than they were last year.  Maybe they will be more consistent going forward baring injury. 

Philadelphia is another team I don’t understand.  Weeks 1 and 2 they turn the ball over like crazy but still win.  Week 3 they pay for their turnovers.  Week 4 they beat a talented Giants team (less talented without Nicks on the field though).  The Eagles have gone from talks of starting U of A QB Nick Foles to now praising that Vick is back.  They don’t turn the ball over this week, which in prior weeks would have meant they would dominate opponents, yet instead they squeak by this week.  Dynasty anyone?

Another week of 3 undefeateds

There are three undefeated teams left still after week 4: Texans, Falcons, Cardinals.  The Texans are the best team in the NFL in my opinion.  They have the best running attack in the NFL by far and have a more than capable QB (as we saw in week 3).  They have a healthy Andre Johnson and a back up running back that will start in most leagues.  Oh yea their defense has been great also.

The Falcons continue to ride on the success of Matt Ryan (who I drafted in my fantasy league, based on reports of increased pass attempts).  Turner proved last week that he still can contribute when given the chance (regardless of any DUIs).  Roddy White is clearly still “the man” and Julio Jones will still put up great numbers from time to time.  Their defense has shown that it is capable of playing with a lead too, being ranked 8th in the league in pass defense.  This team is probably the second best team in the league behind the Texans in my opinion right now.

The Cardinals are the surprise team here.  I’ll admit, I’m an avid Cardinal fan, but I surely didn’t expect this.  Kolb stepped up when it mattered most and wont the Cardinals a week 4 contest they probably shouldn’t have.  Costly turnovers helped Arizona against an amazing performance from Tannehill and Hartline (who seemed to run only two routes all game: hitch/curl and hitch and go).  We’ll see if they can keep this up but the offense will need to greatly improve if they want to make a splash in this years playoffs.

Thursday night game:

Cardinals vs. Rams

The Rams surprised me last week against the Seahawks as they continue to pick off opposing QBs.  This week their task of AZ isn’t much tougher (offensively).  I see this game being quite low scoring.  If your Arizona however, Danny Amendola scares me.  Just look at what Brian Hartline did last week against your secondary, now you face another great route runner who focuses on short to mid range routes.  Much like most of each of these 2 teams victories thus far, this game will come down to turnovers.  Which ever team can force timely turnovers and increase their field position will win.  I’m going with the hot hand.

Pick: Cardinals