Finally off the schneid! After three straight losing weeks we managed to go 8-5. We lost the pick, but I have to start by talking about the amazing performance by the Detroit Lions and Calvin Johnson. In an instant classic with the Dallas Cowboys, the Lions went 80 yards in 50 seconds with no timeouts to edge the Cowboys 31-30. Johnson was the big story finishing with 329 yards, seven yards shy of an NFL record, and one touchdown. But let's not forget about the job Matthew Stafford did all game either. He was especially great on the final drive hitting Kris Durham with pinpoint precision down the left sideline for 40 yards and faking out everyone as he sneaked the ball over the goal line instead spiking it to stop the clock. But enough about last week, let's go for two in a row and start a new winning streak.
SuperContest Picks (Home team in CAPS)
Titans -2.5 over RAMS
Tennessee has three straight losses but all came against teams currently in the top six of most power rankings. Jake Locker had his first game back from injury last time out against the 49ers and also threw his first interception of the year. Lucky for him he gets the Rams this week after coming off a bye. Don't get me wrong, St. Louis' defense is good but nothing like 49ers. Also the Rams are ripe for a big let down on a short week and squandering a chance to take down Seattle at home last Monday night. Kellen Clemens looked very shaky throwing for two INT's and only 158 yards on 31 attempts. The Rams had their chance of pulling the upset on the big stage of MNF but won't put up much of a fight on a regular 1:00pm kickoff.
RAIDERS -2.5 over Eagles
The Philadelphia Eagles have had the worst quarterback struggles in league because of injuries. Last week they were down to their third stringer, Matt Barkley, after Michael Vick and Nick Foles were both out. This week it looks like Foles will be back from his concussion and he has been Philly's best QB so far with 6 TD's and 0 INT's. But Oakland's defense has actually played pretty well and QB Terrelle Pryor is 3-0 in the black hole. Both teams have losing records so I'll take the home team, especially when the road team travels across the country.
BROWNS +2.5 over Ravens
This is a difficult game to choose but I just have a feeling this will be a hard fought close game between two bitter rivals. They played in Week 2, a game Baltimore won 14-6, but that could have gone either way. The Ravens are coming off a bye which is a little scary but this team has struggled to be consistent all year. Their star running back Ray Rice has been a key contributor to those struggles as he's averaging a dismal 2.8 YPC. As for Cleveland, Jason Campbell started his first game for the Browns last time out and actually played pretty good at Kansas City. I don't expect much scoring and I think Cleveland will get enough out of Josh Gordon and Jordan Cameron to cover.
Chargers PK over REDSKINS
RG3 continues to be hampered by his knee and this team looks nothing like the playoff team from a year ago. Philip Rivers on the other hand has spectacular throwing for his highest completion percentage ever at 74% and has 15 touchdowns with five interceptions. San Diego has also found their running game lately with Ryan Mathews rushing for over 100 yards for two straight games. Danny Woodhead has also been great out of the backfield looking like Darren Sproles from the Chargers past. The Chargers are coming off a bye so travel should not affect them. Look for San Diego to take this PICK game.
Colts -2.5 over TEXANS
The last time we saw the Indianapolis Colts they were knocking off Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos. Then they got to enjoy their bye week and are now on the road in Houston. This will also be the first game Andrew Luck doesn't have his safety net of Reggie Wayne as he was lost with an ACL tear against Denver. Houston is also coming off a bye has been the most disappointing team this year. They will be starting second year man Case Keenum again in place of a healthy Matt Schaub. The Texans might also be starting Ben Tate at running back as Arian Foster will be a game-time decision with a hamstring injury. Houston is only 1-6 ATS and the Colts have already beat the 49ers on the road 27-7 so playing away from home is nothing to be afraid of. This will be a tight one but take the rested Colts.
Other NFL in 10 or less
DOLPHINS +3 over Bengals Cincy struggles on the road, Miami gets its mojo back.
PANTHERS -7.5 over Falcons Two teams going in opposite directions.
COWBOYS -10 over Vikings Romo has field day against porous Minnesota D.
Saints -6.5 over JETS Saints offense on fire and defense forces plenty turnovers.
BILLS +3.5 over Chiefs Bills keep home games close, if Thad Lewis plays.
SEAHAWKS -16 over Bucs Seattle bounces back at home, I just can't take Bucs.
Steelers +7 over PATRIOTS Steelers D should keep this one close.
Bears +11 over PACKERS Even without Cutler, Bears stay within two scores.
SuperContest
Last Week: 3-2
Season Total: 21-18-1
Overall
Last Week: 8-5
Season Total: 62-54-3
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