We tried to get back on track but we couldn't as we had our second losing week in a row. Minnesota was torched at home as the whole team seemed to be affected by the tragic loss of Adrian Peterson's son and the Texans were also blown out at home with no excuse by the Rams 38-13. On a good note, the Jaguars finally got their first cover against Denver in the biggest spread in history. This week all eyes are on Peyton Manning making his return to Indianapolis to face the Colts. Colts owner Jim Irsay has already stirred the pot saying Peyton didn't win enough rings for the franchise. Manning had no comment for a rebuttal and I assume he will let his play do the talking. Let's get on with it.
SuperContest Picks (Home team in CAPS)
CHIEFS -6 over Texans
I went against Kansas City last week and was burned so I'm back on the bandwagon this week. Oakland kept it close for a half but the Chiefs D shut them down in the second. They will have a good chance of adding to their NFL best 18 takeaways against a Houston team that will be starting rookie QB Case Keenum in place of the ineffective Matt Schaub. The Texans actually have the best defense in terms of yards, giving up only 252.8 a game. The problem is that the offense has given up five straight games with a pick six and I see the Chiefs continuing that streak with a rookie going into hostile territory in KC.
Bears PK over REDSKINS
Robert Griffin III has had a hard time getting his rhythm back after offseason surgery and it's obvious. He has seven turnovers in five games and I'm wondering how long before Redskins fans start asking for Kirk Cousins. For the Bears, Cutler has made a lot of mistakes as well (6 INT's) but has looked good his last two games throwing for over 600 yards, two TD's and zero picks. The Skins have one of the worst defenses in the league and Chicago should put enough points on the board for their defense to keep the lead.
LIONS -2.5 over Bengals
Last week the Detroit Lions were able to score 31 points on a very good Browns defense with Calvin Johnson only having three catches for 25 yards. That is definitely a good sign for the Lions as others had a huge impact in the passing game, like Kris Durham and Joseph Fauria. The Bengals have a top receiver of their own in A.J. Green who had 103 yards and one TD against Buffalo, his first over 100 since week 1. The biggest difference for the Lions from last year is their defense is back to making plays. They already have 13 takeaways in six games whereas they only totaled 17 in 2012. DeAndre Levy has been the standout leading the team in tackles (49) and interceptions (4). Look for Detroit to play well at home and cover the small line.
GIANTS -3 over Vikings
The Giants finally got their first cover last week and will look to get their first win this week. Eli Manning has been one of the worst quarterbacks all year but the Minnesota Vikings might be the remedy this team needs to get into the win column. I had this same thought when the Eagles came into New York and was wrong. The difference this time is that the Vikings offense is anything but coherent right now. As I stated earlier, Adrian Peterson is still not right after the loss of his son. They will also be starting newly acquired QB Josh Freeman after only being with the team for his second game. The Vikings have too much going on internally right now and the Giants should get their first win.
JAGUARS +8 over Chargers
Another team that got its first cover a week ago was Jacksonville, covering 27.5 against the Broncos. This week they have one of their few chances to get a win as the Chargers come to town. Chad Henne has found a nice rhythm with Justin Blackmon as he has 326 receiving yards in two games. Maurice Jones-Drew still does not look like himself but he did have his best game last week with 71 yards and a TD. San Diego has been a real surprise so far going 4-1-1 ATS so far and Philip Rivers has continued to produce. The thing that will hold the Chargers back this week though is being on a short week after playing Monday night and traveling to the east coast for an early game. Take the home-dog in this one.
Other NFL in 10 or less
CARDINALS +6 over Seahawks Cardinals good ATS and at home in close defensive battle.
Patriots -4 over JETS Brady and Co. continue riding high after big win.
Bills +8 over DOLPHINS Miami won't score enough to cover 8.
EAGLES -3 over Cowboys Foles has Philly offense on point, Cowboys banged up.
PANTHERS -6 over Rams Cam made me a believer last week.
FALCONS -7 over Bucs Don't like either team but I trust Tampa Bay less.
49ers -4 over TITANS SF is rolling on both sides of the ball.
PACKERS -10 over Browns Browns can't keep pace with Weedon at QB.
Ravens +2 over STEELERS Still not sold on the Steelers, even after first win.
Broncos -6.5 over COLTS Peyton purposely runs up the score.
SuperContest
Last Week: 2-3
Season Total: 17-12-1
Overall
Last Week: 7-8
Season Total: 48-40-3
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