The Lowdown: Week 2
Well, it was not an easy week one for me, watching Detroit and Cleveland, my two great upset picks, go down in the final minutes of the game. But, this week is a new one and I’m two games out of reclaiming first place. Let’s take a look at the match-ups and the picks I’ve got for this week.
All aboard the Sam Bradford train! I'm predicting he notches his first win against the stinky Raiders this week.
Atlanta v. Arizona
I fully expect that Atlanta will be able to rebound from a tough week-one overtime loss to the Steelers. Matt Ryan and Michael Turner should have a much easier time moving the ball against the Cardinals.
The Pick: Atlanta
Cincinnati v. Baltimore
I know Cincy came alive in the fourth quarter against the Patriots, but they were flat-out dead for the first three. Baltimore’s offense will be much more potent when not playing against the best defense in the league.
The Pick: Baltimore
Cleveland v. Kansas City
I’ve had a rule for the past four years of picking: Never bet on Kansas City. After watching both these teams last week, I’m breaking it this week.
The Pick: Kansas City
Dallas v. Chicago
Chicago won last week, but that offensive line STILL sucks and the task won’t get any easier blocking DeMarcus Ware.
The Pick: Dallas
Detroit v. Philadelphia
All hopes of Detroit winning any games this year went down with Matt Stafford. This Philadelphia QB controversy will be alive and well come Week 3, as Michael Vick will shine.
The Pick: Philadelphia
Green Bay v. Buffalo
Arguably the best team in the NFL playing arguably the worst team in the NFL … at home no less.
The Pick: Green Bay
Tennessee v. Pittsburgh
This is one tough match-up. In such a physical game, look to the trenches, where the Titans have advantages on both sides of the ball.
The Pick: Tennessee
Minnesota v. Miami
Miami, you had your chance to impress me last week, and you kept it close with the Bills. I know the Favres weren’t hot last week, but I’ll take my chances.
The Pick: Minnesota
Carolina v. Tampa Bay
I’m having such a hard time with this pick. So, I’m just going to go with my gut on this one.
The Pick: Carolina
Denver v. Seattle
Seattle was really good last week, and I’m impressed enough to take them this week, but I wouldn’t be shocked if this upset pick of mine goes the other way. Mile High can be a tough place to play, I hear.
The Pick: Seattle
Oakland v. St. Louis
It’s time to ride the Sam Bradford train! Oakland looked flat-out terrible in their loss to the Titans last week. Here’s hoping for my upset pick’s sake that the trend continues.
The Pick: St. Louis
New England v. New York Jets
If you think I’m picking Sanchez and the Jets after the stinkbomb they laid in Baltimore last week, think again. The Patsies will have their way with the cocky Jets this week.
The Pick: New England
San Diego v. Jacksonville
I know Philip Rivers consistently proves he’s the biggest baby in sports, but the guy’s a darn good quarterback and he should be able to have some fun with the Jaguars weak secondary.
The Pick: San Diego
Washington v. Houston
I think Washington’s victory over Dallas had more to do with Dallas shooting themselves in the foot than being a better team. Give me the other team from Texas.
The Pick: Houston
