What an NFL season we have going here. The Saints are no longer Aints, and the Broncos finally showed me in week six that they were for real. What a mixed up year. Still, it makes for great football every single week, and week seven should be no exception. Here are your free NFL picks for the NFL week seven of action:
Green Bay at Cleveland – Green Bay looked like world beaters in week six, but they were playing the Detroit Lions. It is a good thing they are facing Cleveland this week. The result should be similar as Cleveland just can not seem to get it together at all.
Winner – Green Bay Packers
San Diego at Kansas City – The Chargers totally bombed on Monday Night Football against the Broncos but it seems the Broncs have a way of doing that to teams. The Chiefs finally got a win last week, but will return to their losing ways against the Chargers. Especially the angry Chargers.
Winner – San Diego Chargers
Indianapolis at St. Louis – The Rams have zero chance. Zero.
Winner – Indianapolis Colts
Minnesota at Pittsburgh – This is easily the game of the week to most NFL fans, and it should be a doozie. It is not every day we see Brett Favre face Ben Roethilisberger. This should be fun, but I see the Vikings finally losing one. It will be at the last minute, but the Steelers steal a much needed win.
Winner – Pittsburgh Steelers
New England at Tampa Bay – Tampa Bay has zero chance. Zero.
Winner – New England Patriots
San Francisco at Houston – This is another game that will be better than advertised. Schaub has been excellent this year, and the Niners struggled in their last outing. I think the Texans are just hot enough to take down the Niners this week.
Winner – Houston Texans
Buffalo at Carolina – Don’t look now but that Carolina running game is starting to rumble again. Just about this time last year, the Panthers did the same thing and ended up nearly taking home field advantage from the Giants in the NFC. The Bills are simply in the way. Just do not let Jake throw the ball, and the Panthers roll easily.
Winner – Carolina Panthers
NY Jets at Oakland – The Jets and Sanchez rebound in a big way. Nothing like having Oakland around to get back on the horse.
Winner – NY Jets
Atlanta at Dallas – The Cowboys have to win, and will for that reason only. The Romo watch continues though as he will struggle again against the Falcons rush.
Winner – Dallas Cowboys
Chicago at Cincinnati – The Bears will pull this one out but not without some serious fight from the Bengals. The Bengals and Bears might become an annual classic someday. It should be already. This will be a fun one.
Winner – Chicago Bears
New Orleans at Miami – I am smelling an upset here, but I think that if I pick against the Saints I might lose some readers here. If you are so inclined, feel free to take the Dolphins as they could very well upset the Saints at home. I still think the Saints will weather the storm though in all probability.
Winner – New Orleans Saints
Arizona at NY Giants – The Cardinals are in the wrong place at the wrong time. The Giants are angry.
Winner – NY Giants
MON, OCT 26
Philadelphia at Washington – See above. Add to this that the head coach is really not the head coach in Washington and they can not score. Philly better win or they might just be disowned when they go home.
Winner – Philadelphia Eagles
Tiebreaker Score – Eagles 21 Redskins 3
Week Six Record – 8 – 6
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Houston at Cincinnati
This is going to be a really good game between two up and coming teams. I expect that the Bengals will have enough at home, but the Texans are unpredictable. This game is the only one that scares me this week. Still, I say the Bengals take the win.
Winner – Cincinnati Bengals
Detroit at Green Bay
The Lions are not last year’s Lions, and will give Green Bay a bit of a fight…for about a quarter. This one might get ugly with Calvin Johnson injured. Green Bay in a blowout here.
Winner – Green Bay Packers
Baltimore at Minnesota
This is easily the game of the week. I expect that the Ravens will show up big time this week, but I do think that the Vikings will simply have too much firepower. In the end, it will be a close game but the Vikings will pull it out at home. This is the type of game where Favre’s experience will mean a win where as last year the Vikings would lose.
Winner – Minnesota Vikings
NY Giants at New Orleans
The Saints are no joke folks. This offense and defense is for real and they will expose some of the Giants weaknesses. Still, the Giants will be right there in the end. It could go either way, but I think the Saints will pass their way to a win.
Winner – New Orleans Saints
Cleveland at Pittsburgh
The Steelers are going to win this one going away. Do not even think of taking those Brownies here.
Winner – Pittsburgh Steelers
Carolina at Tampa Bay
The Panthers win back to back games finally in 2009. They really need a break out game from DeAngelo, and this should be the game to do it. Also look for a big game from the Carolina pass rush. Last week they woke up big time with sack after sack against the Redskins in the win.
Winner – Carolina Panthers
Kansas City at Washington
Now this is a stinker of a game huh? Redskins win just cause they are at home.
Winner – Washington Redskins
St. Louis at Jacksonville
See above. Still the Jags can actually score a touchdown….some weeks. This week they do…repeatedly.
Winner – Jacksonville Jaguars
Arizona at Seattle
This game will be entertaining to say the least. Lots of scoring and lots of fun in the rainy city of Seattle. Fitzgerald will have a field day and the Cardinals will win by the skin of their teeth….er…beaks.
Winner – Arizona Cardinals
Philadelphia at Oakland
The Eagles will win in a laugher here. Not much to say. Oakland is selling off the team already, so I don’t expect much except maybe a fight on their sideline at some point.
Winner – Philadelphia Eagles
Tennessee at New England
The Pats will win this one as the Titans have completely fallen apart. One has to cheer for Vince Young, however, as he gets another chance to prove he can handle being an NFL quarterback. Not against the Patriots at home.
Winner – New England Patriots
Buffalo at NY Jets
The Jets have to feel horrible after the loss in Miami. The Bills are just what the doctor ordered.
Winner – NY Jets
Chicago at Atlanta
This game will be a huge one for the Bears. A night game that will give them the chance to prove they are contenders. I expect Jay Cutler to have a huge night as the Falcons struggle under the lights.
Winner – Chicago Bears
MON, OCT 19
Denver at San Diego
The Broncos finally drop a game against a Charger team that plays every other game like they are superstars. This week they are due for a great one.
Tie breaker score – Chargers 31 Broncos 21
Winner – San Diego Chargers
Week Five Record – 8 – 6
Season Record – 47 – 29
Well, I would love to say I told you so, but that might seem arrogant! Aw hell with it….. I told you so! For whatever reason, my picks always seem to get better once the bye weeks begin. I don’t know why, but it happens every year. The good news is, this will continue. Thanks for the patience from all my loyal readers. Climb on board, and enjoy this weeks free picks and predictions along with us! Here are my week five NFL picks and predictions!
Cleveland at Buffalo – This game is going to be more competitive than many thought it might be in weeks past. I do think that Buffalo will pull out the win simply because they are at home, and they have a little bit more offense than poor Cleveland. This should be fun to watch.
Winner – Buffalo Bills
Dallas at Kansas City – Dallas is in desperate need of not only a win, but a big game out of Romo. For whatever reason, this guy is falling apart. The Chiefs are just what the doctor ordered, but I think that Romo will struggle anyway.
Winner – Dallas Cowboys
Minnesota at St. Louis – Favre is looking like he might only really be 25, and as long as that holds up the Vikings will win. Against St. Louis, he could play like he is eighty and they will win.
Winner – Minnesota Vikings
Oakland at NY Giants – The NY Giants are not going to need much to overcome the Raiders. When is someone going to notice that J. Russell is not the answer at quarterback? The Giants will walk all over them in the Meadowlands.
Winner – NY Giants
Tampa Bay at Philadelphia – The Eagles are sure to enjoy this one, as the weeks get tougher soon. Will Michael Vick make any impact this week? Will McNabb be back? Tune in to find out. You will see a tail whipping regardless by the Eagles.
Winner – Philadelphia Eagles
Pittsburgh at Detroit – This game is a trap game for the Steelers. They had better not come in here and think that the Lions are a pushover. They have some talent and can score. Mike Tomlin will not let that happen, so no worries in Steeler country.
Winner – Pittsburgh Steelers
Washington at Carolina – The Panthers have had their bye week and now face four teams they actually can beat. They simply have to win this game, and coming off the bye they will do just that. If not, then do not be surprised if the Fox chanters start screaming for his head again.
Winner – Carolina Panthers
Cincinnati at Baltimore – The Ravens are ticked. That is not good when you are talking about Ray Lewis and company. The Bengals just got them on a really bad week at home. They will be overwhelmed.
Winner – Baltimore Ravens
Atlanta at San Francisco – The Falcons are going in to face the shockingly good Niners. Can they take em? I say yes thanks to a very good game by Ryan. This is going to be one of the best games of the week that could go either way.
Winner – Atlanta Falcons
Jacksonville at Seattle – The Jaguars shocked everyone with the explosion last week against the Titans. This week, they will head into Seattle and deliver more of the same against a team that is hurting.
Winner – Jacksonville Jaguars
Houston at Arizona – This is a game where the team nobody expected from last year (Arizona) faces this year’s media darling (Houston). The Texans are for real and they get the chance to prove it this week.
Winner – Houston Texans
New England at Denver – This game is one that I was very tempted to take Denver. I am not simply because I can not see Brady losing to Kyle Orton on any planet. That can not happen….ever.
Winner – New England Patriots
Indianapolis at Tennessee – Another match up that should be great, but probably will be a laugher. The Titans are simply horrible lately, and nobody can seem to figure out why. (see carolina) The Colts take advantage.
Winner – Indianapolis Colts
MON, OCT 12
NY Jets at Miami – The young Mark Sanchez on the big stage for the first time. How exciting is that? It will be really exciting for the Jets. Expect a big game for the young Sanchez who is used to the big stage from his USC days.
Winner – NY Jets
Tiebreaker – Jets 30 Dolphins 21
Week Four Record – 12-2
Season Record – 39-23
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2009 Week One Free NFL Picks and Predictions
Finally the dress rehearsals are over. Week One of NFL football is upon us. No more Sunday afternoon wishing, and no more guessing about who is good and bad. This week we will begin to find out which NFL teams are for real, and which NFL teams are just playing for a draft pick. We welcome you to NFL picks and predictions if you are a new visitor, and we hope you will sign up for our weekly NFL picks. We have a long and storied history of success, and this year will be no different. Without further ado, here are the Free 2009 NFL Week One Picks and Predictions:
THU, SEP 10
2009 Week One NFL Matchup – Tennessee at Pittsburgh
What a heavy weight matchup to have at this time of year. Every season we see what might be a preview of a conference final in week one, and this certainly qualifies. Both teams have their share of supporters for a Super Bowl visit, and both are highly talented. The difference here is that Pittsburgh is at home. Big Ben and the boys will be riding high after this Thursday night match up. A week one loss for the Titans is nothing to worry about. They will make it back soon enough.
Winner – Pittsburgh Steelers
SUN, SEP 13
2009 Week One NFL Matchup - Miami at Atlanta
This game highlights two teams who have spent a great deal of time proving others wrong during the last year. The Dolphins came from nowhere to win the division from the Patriots (albeit with Brady hurt) and the Falcons turned a team led by a rookie quarterback into a winner. They are both in position to continue their improvement, but Atlanta seems more ready to me. With the addition of Tony Gonzalez, the Falcons are an offensive juggernaut. I expect the wildcat will give them some fits here and there, but they will win at home in the end.
Winner – Atlanta Falcons
2009 Week One NFL Matchup - Denver at Cincinnati
The Denver Broncos have been in major turmoil this past off season. The loss of Jay Cutler and the controversy surrounding Brandon Marshall have left the squad in a mess. With Cincinnati, it is all about second chances (sometimes third, fourth, and fifth as well). Carson Palmer, Ochocinco, and Mr. trouble Chris Henry are all trying to make a comeback of sorts. Palmer is back after injuries yet again. Ocho is trying to prove he is still an elite receiver (and kicker?) and Henry is trying to prove he can still play at this level without getting into trouble. Henry has been incredibly impressive this preseason, and the Bengals are excited. With that, I am picking an upset this week for this game. The Bengals will get off to a great start at home.
Winner – Cincinnati Bengals
2009 Week One NFL Matchup - Minnesota at Cleveland
The Brett Favre era begins….This game will get a lot of press and rightfully so. The problem is that the game will not be decided by Brett Favre. The game will be decided by Adrian Peterson and that Vikings defense. This one should be ugly, though Cleveland might put up a fight. I think the biggest mistake they made in Cleveland this season is waiting so long to name the quarterback for their team. The Browns could have really used a month of playing with the same quarterback for continuity. We will see where that leads them. This week it will be a loss, but I think Cleveland will show improvements this season over all.
Winner – Minnesota Vikings
2009 Week One NFL Matchup - Jacksonville at Indianapolis
The Jaguars had a really odd preseason looking great in one week and terrible in another. The Colts are in a bit of a mixed up season as well without the leadership of long time coach Dungy. Expect that the Colts will get better at home, and quickly with Manning leading the way.
Winner – Indianapolis Colts
2009 Week One NFL Matchup - Detroit at New Orleans
This game is one that is fascinating on several fronts. For one, the Lions are trying to break one heck of a losing streak, and have some peices in place that might just do it. Second, the Saints are in dire need of getting off to a hot start playing in the up and coming NFC South. They can ill afford to get behind early like the last couple of seasons. Carolina and Atlanta are far too good for that. This game will be won by the Saints with Drew Brees passing for over 300 yards at a minimum.
Winner – New Orleans Saints
2009 Week One NFL Matchup - Dallas at Tampa Bay
Dallas really needs to win this opening match up against the Bucs. They are entering a win or else year for head coach Wade Phillips regardless of what Jerry Jones says publicly. This game will be a very interesting mix of running backs. For Dallas you have the three headed monster of Felix Jones, Marion Barber, and Tashard Choice. For the Bucs you have former Giant Derrick Ward. You might be surprised who actually wins the match up. Upset alert right here.
Winner – Tampa Bay Bucs
2009 Week One NFL Matchup - Philadelphia at Carolina
This game is a very tough call. Philly looks awfully strong, and the Panthers have not lost at home in over a year. The Panthers also have not unveiled even a little of that rushing attack from a year ago due to Stewart being out with injuries. He is back now and fully healed, and that is bad news for the rest of the NFL. Throw in the electric Mike Goodson and you have a rushing attack that is second to nobody. I give the Panthers the win due to being at home, a superior running attack, and DeAngelo Williams being healthy.
Winner – Carolina Panthers
2009 Week One NFL Matchup - Kansas City at Baltimore
This game will be ugly from start to finish. The Chiefs have no chance whatsoever to penetrate the Ravens D. This game will be a blowout.
Winner – Baltimore Ravens
2009 Week One NFL Matchup - NY Jets at Houston
Quietly, the Houston Texans have built one hell of a football team. They won regularly last year at the end of the season, and they look ready to continue that trend. The Jets have hot shot new quarterback Mark Sanchez and little else. I expect that the Texans will win this one due to a more balanced attack but I expect big things from Sanchez. He has that look of a future NFL star.
Winner – Houston Texans
2009 Week One NFL Matchup - Washington at NY Giants
You got to love the NFC East. The Giants and the Redskins. This is what Sunday afternoon football is all about. Unfortunately this season, the Giants are much more ready to win than the Redskins. The Skins will put up a fight as always in these matchups, but the Giants will win this one going away.
Winner – NY Giants
2009 Week One NFL Matchup - San Francisco at Arizona
Too much airpower in play here for Arizona. The Cardinals will win this one in a laugher.
Winner – Arizona Cardinals
2009 Week One NFL Matchup - St. Louis at Seattle
Now this is the real NFC West match up this week. The Rams are not as bad as some might have you think, and the Seahawks are sporting new players all over the field. It seems that the Rams drew a pretty good matchup this week and will get out with a win to start their rebuilding season. The Seahawks will have all kinds of trouble with Steven Jackson.
Winner – St Louis Rams
2009 Week One NFL Matchup - Chicago at Green Bay
The best game of the week will be played in Green Bay. This game is going to be a slobberknocker of all time proportions. In case you did not notice, Aaron Rodgers has become a pretty fine NFL quarterback in spite of the naysayers. Jay Cutler will get to enter the NFC with a bang with this one. How would you like this to be your first game with a new team? Cutler will shine brightly this first week, and it could be the start of a huge year in Chicago.
Winner – Chicago Bears
MON, SEP 14
2009 Week One NFL Matchup - Buffalo at New England
New England is about to explode. Look out below in Buffalo.
Winner : New England
Tiebreaker Score: New England 32 Buffalo 14
2009 Week One NFL Matchup - San Diego at Oakland
The Chargers are ready to break out this season as they finally have all their parts in place. The Raiders are close, but not their yet. Expect the Chargers to win this one, but in a much closer game than you would expect.
Winner – San Diego Chargers
Tiebreaker Score – San Diego Chargers 28 Oakland Raiders 17
Season Record – 0-0
When everybody’s fantasy football draft rolls around, it is not likely that tight ends will be at the top of everyone’s draft list. That is logical considering even the best tight ends do not even come close to contributing what a quarterback or running back will provide. Still, the 2009 NFL football season will have some tight ends that will challenge the wide receivers of the league.
This season, there will be at least five of them that you can expect to fill your fantasy scorecard week after week. Here they are:
Jason Witten – Witten already was putting up pinball type numbers for the Dallas Cowboys before Terrell Owens left, and now he is going to be targeted even more. Add to that the fact that the Cowboys have a super running attack and you start to see how Witten is set for a career year.
Dallas Clark - Clark is another example of addition by subtraction. Harrison is no longer there for Manning to throw to, and Clark should pay the dividends. Reggie Wayne will still be the man, but Clark will likely be the primary number two in crunch time.
Antonio Gates - Gates is an unquestioned beast when he is healthy and it appears that he is finally there. Offseason foot surgery solved a long standing problem and that probably means bad news for the rest of the AFC. Phillip Rivers will be throwing to him early and often.
Kellen Winslow - Winslow is set to finally fulfill the potential that he has been missing out on for years. He should be near the top of your tight end list if for no other reason than he is sure to be a security for…..whoever is Tampa Bay’s quarterback.
Tony Gonzalez – Matching Gonzalez with Matt Ryan is a match made in heaven. Not only will Gonzalez give Mattie Ice a new target, but he is the perfect compliment to the Atlanta offense. They will feed Michael Turner, and then play action pass all day long. Hello Tony Gonzalez!
