Classic Fantasy Football

[Crimson2005]

Gone from looking like going 4-6-0 to possibly being 5-5-0. Lets hope Ray Rice doesn't get more than 10pts.

[BlackSolider]

Originally Posted by James

for fantasy football, the playoffs start on week 15.

wow, you almost lost to dino power, i dont even think that person is even playing anymore lol.

More or less no. But I do at least check my team on sunday morning in a vague attempt to have a decent lineup.

[Crimson2005]

Wish I started Beanie Wells That player looks a bright talent.

Edit: DC if you read this can you post predictions for WK11.

[MysticX2X]

Nice job to unknownsoldier for keeping randy moss on the bench.

[James]

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

Wish I started Beanie Wells That player looks a bright talent.

Edit: DC if you read this can you post predictions for WK11.

i'll post my predictions.

this week seems pretty straight forward but there's always an upset or two.

Dolphins @ Panthers

Jake Delhomme seems to be getting his groove back, and with DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart (yay 4 oregon) in the backfield, I believe the team with the most rushing yards will take this one.

Prediction: Dolphins 20 - Panthers 27

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Colts @ Ravens

Peyton Manning and the Colts slipped away with a victory over the Patriots last week, which was one of the best games I've seen in a long time. I'm sure they'll be fired up and ready to take out Baltimore this Sunday. 10 - 0 Colts, all the way.

Prediction: Colts 17 - Ravens 10

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Browns @ Lions

If Matthew Stafford limits his interceptions to 1 or 2 and the defense steps up and makes good plays I believe the Lions will squeak away with the victory.

Prediction: Browns 9 - Lions 14

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49ers @ Packers

Green Bay's defense has not been playing all that well up until last week. Either the Packers are getting into a groove on defense or Dallas was just playing horribly. Either way, I don't think Aaron Rodgers will hold up against the 49ers harsh defense. I see Frank Gore scoring two touchdowns with 130+ yards rushing.

Prediction: 49ers 31 - Packers 28

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Bills @ Jaguars

The emergence of Mike Sims-Walker and MJD make the Jaguars offense a nightmare for opposing teams. The Bills are going to get rocked.

Prediction: Bills 6 - Jaguars 34

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Steelers @ Chiefs

This is my upset of the week. It's time Matt Cassel stepped up and won a big game for this team. Polamalu is injured and Steelers are coming off of a loss to the Bengals while the Chiefs had a win over the Raiders (still can't believe Eagles lost to the Raiders btw).

Prediction: Steelers 13 - Chiefs 16

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Seahawks @ Vikings

Adrian Peterson has been a true force this season. He will be the difference maker this game. Although he had some bad fumble troubles last week at Detriot, look for him to really shine this game.

Prediction: Seahawks 17 - Vikings 35

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Falcons @ Giants

Atlanta lost to Carolina last week and the Giants are on a 4 game losing streak and coming off of their bye last week. I think the winner of this game will be to whoever can win the aerial assault. The Giants are really craving a win.

Prediction: Falcons 21 - Giants 28

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Saints @ Bucs

Drew Brees cannot be stopped...or can he?

Prediction: Saints 38 - Bucs 24

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Cardinals @ Rams

Kurt Warner....IN ST. LOUIS? Taking on the worst show on turf. I wonder if Kurt is still upset about being traded? I believe there will be a lot of emotion flowing in this game.

Prediction: Cardinals 27 - Rams 13

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Chargers @ Broncos

This is a tough one. Philip Rivers has been almost unstoppable in the passing game, and Denver has now lost 3 in a row. I'm not sure if Kyle Orton will be back from his injury in time but either way it's hard to see San Diego losing here.

Prediction: Chargers 24 - Broncos 17

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Bengals @ Raiders

I have no reason to believe the Raiders can beat the Bengals, but wait, they were able to beat the Eagles? What is going on here? The Raiders piss me off.

Prediction: Bengals 42 - Raiders 3

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Jets @ Patriots

I see no reason why New England can't beat the Jets. Tom Brady is mad, Bill Belichick is pissed because of that loss to the Colts. Season sweep.

Prediction: Jets 13 - Patriots 30

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Eagles @ Bears

The Bears played absolutely horrible against the 49ers. If they keep that style of play up and Jay Cutler throws 5 interceptions there's no way a team can win with 5+ turnovers a game.

Prediction: Eagles 14 - Bears 10

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Monday Night Football

Titans @ Texans

I believe this game will go down to the final seconds of play. Tennessee has been on a roll, and if Chris Johnson keeps playing the way he plays it won't matter how many touchdowns Matt Schaub throws.

Titans 38 - Texans 35

[MysticX2X]

People might as well quit this league since you have a corrupt league leader deliberately dropping my team giving his friend yump a complete deck.

[Mark Sir Link]

Originally Posted by MysticX2X

People might as well quit this league since you have a corrupt league leader deliberately dropping my team giving his friend yump a complete deck.

you said you wanted to leave so I was trying to help

[MysticX2X]

Originally Posted by Mark Sir Link

you said you wanted to leave so I was trying to help

Never once have I stated that after this week, and If I did I wouldn't want my players abruptly dropped so one person gets all the good players.

You and yump have been cheating a lot anyways. Every time one of you versus dante, you trade the betters players to the one versing him.

[Mark Sir Link]

Originally Posted by MysticX2X

Never once have I stated that after this week

still trying to figure out what this means

[MysticX2X]

Originally Posted by Mark Sir Link

still trying to figure out what this means

At one point I felt like quitting, but after my win this week I had good hope.

Regardless of what you quoted, you failed to address the latter half which is equality.

I would of at least acknowledged to everyone if I wanted to drop my players, but then again you said you wouldn't allow it. (Ironic?)

[Crimson2005]

That was bent. I hate the Browns.

Edit: Wow Yump, talk about stacked =[

[James]

stop cheating you bastards.

i would have liked a little notice before you just dumped all of mystics players....

you should have just let everyone have a draft for the players with the person with the worse win/loss percent getting to pick first.

[Crimson2005]

Originally Posted by James

stop cheating you bastards

Yes please. Is it possible to revert the changes otherwise this league somewhat loses credibility =[

[BigBear3]

Whoever dumped their team is a joke. I still took your defense though.

[Crimson2005]

Originally Posted by BigBear3

Whoever dumped their team is a joke. I still took your defense though.

No one dumped, Kevin dismantled Mystic's team by the looks of it without permission to do so.

[BigBear3]

What's a Kevin?

[Crimson2005]

Originally Posted by BigBear3

What's a Kevin?

About 320lbs

[DarkCloud_PK]

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

Wish I started Beanie Wells That player looks a bright talent.

Edit: DC if you read this can you post predictions for WK11.

I'll comment on James's predictions since he went first.

Originally Posted by James

i'll post my predictions.

this week seems pretty straight forward but there's always an upset or two.

Dolphins @ Panthers

Jake Delhomme seems to be getting his groove back, and with DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart (yay 4 oregon) in the backfield, I believe the team with the most rushing yards will take this one.

Prediction: Dolphins 20 - Panthers 27

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I'll go with this but I don't think this is going to be as high of a scoring game. I like the Panthers at home, they have one of the strongest running attacks. It should be enough for Delhomme to have a low pressure game and allow him to take shots on a weak Miami pass defense but Miami's run game should flourish and keep the game close until the end. Start Ricky Williams, he's gonna have a big day.

Originally Posted by James

Colts @ Ravens

Peyton Manning and the Colts slipped away with a victory over the Patriots last week, which was one of the best games I've seen in a long time. I'm sure they'll be fired up and ready to take out Baltimore this Sunday. 10 - 0 Colts, all the way.

Prediction: Colts 17 - Ravens 10

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I like the Colts but by two touchdowns. I think the Ravens are a good team, but Peyton is having an MVP season, one of his best if not the best. I don't like how the offense of the Ravens has been playing in the first half of recent games. They don't really get into it until the second half, and it will be hard for the Ravens to assemble a comeback after that against Manning.

Originally Posted by James

Browns @ Lions

If Matthew Stafford limits his interceptions to 1 or 2 and the defense steps up and makes good plays I believe the Lions will squeak away with the victory.

Prediction: Browns 9 - Lions 14

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Loser Bowl 2010. I see the Lions having a double digit lead in this one and early. The Lions have a habit of putting points up early and then seem to stop playing in the second half. However, this Browns offense is just absolutely terrible and their defense is one of the least opportunistic in the league, they simply do not force many turnovers, good news for Stafford. I think the Browns can squeak out a TD with a field goal on this awful Lions D, but Stafford and Kevin Smith should be able to put up a good amount of points and run the clock down in the second half. Kevin Smith might be good to pick up this week(if hes healthy) if you are completely hurting in RBs this week, he should put up some numbers on this defense and keep pressure off Stafford.

Originally Posted by James

49ers @ Packers

Green Bay's defense has not been playing all that well up until last week. Either the Packers are getting into a groove on defense or Dallas was just playing horribly. Either way, I don't think Aaron Rodgers will hold up against the 49ers harsh defense. I see Frank Gore scoring two touchdowns with 130+ yards rushing.

Prediction: 49ers 31 - Packers 28

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I have to disagree. GB has one of the best running defenses right now, which is surprising considering last season. Clay Matthews is already emerging as a rookie LB and the 3-4 is taking better form. Frank Gore won't run for 130+ YDs and and two TDs on a 4th ranked run defense that held AP to 55yd and 97 yd games. This is going to be an aerial game since both teams will shut down each others running games. I see this as a game where Rodgers puts up big numbers across the board, including sacks, so start him this week if you got him. I like GB by a TD and a FG, even with GBs offense struggling, SF's struggles more and their potent rushing attack will find difficulties this week, putting the game in Alex Smith's hands. Start Rodgers, bench Gore.

Originally Posted by James

Bills @ Jaguars

The emergence of Mike Sims-Walker and MJD make the Jaguars offense a nightmare for opposing teams. The Bills are going to get rocked.

Prediction: Bills 6 - Jaguars 34

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MJD will have a big game and should be started. The Jags will win but I don't see them scoring 34 points running the ball all day, maybe 24-10.

Originally Posted by James

Steelers @ Chiefs

This is my upset of the week. It's time Matt Cassel stepped up and won a big game for this team. Polamalu is injured and Steelers are coming off of a loss to the Bengals while the Chiefs had a win over the Raiders (still can't believe Eagles lost to the Raiders btw).

Prediction: Steelers 13 - Chiefs 16

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I like a bold upset but I don't see it being this game. Polamalu is a huge loss, but this is still a decent defense without him and should be able to cause trouble for the Chiefs. Big Ben and his solid WR corps are explosive right now and Ben's ability to extend plays by being difficult to bring down will cause problems for the Chiefs. Pit by 10.

Originally Posted by James

Seahawks @ Vikings

Adrian Peterson has been a true force this season. He will be the difference maker this game. Although he had some bad fumble troubles last week at Detriot, look for him to really shine this game.

Prediction: Seahawks 17 - Vikings 35

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Sounds about right...

Originally Posted by James

Falcons @ Giants

Atlanta lost to Carolina last week and the Giants are on a 4 game losing streak and coming off of their bye last week. I think the winner of this game will be to whoever can win the aerial assault. The Giants are really craving a win.

Prediction: Falcons 21 - Giants 28

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Yeah, Giants look good for the win coming off their bye. I see the Giants running the ball and keeping Matty Ice off the field though.

Originally Posted by James

Saints @ Bucs

Drew Brees cannot be stopped...or can he?

Prediction: Saints 38 - Bucs 24

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Saints by a TD or 3. It depends if the Saints get an early lead or not. They can't afford to keep the Bucs in the game and I don't think they will. They have to be careful though if Sharper is still out though...

Originally Posted by James

Cardinals @ Rams

Kurt Warner....IN ST. LOUIS? Taking on the worst show on turf. I wonder if Kurt is still upset about being traded? I believe there will be a lot of emotion flowing in this game.

Prediction: Cardinals 27 - Rams 13

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Cards by a TD. Cards do very well on the road but Steven Jackson is an absolute beast and a top 5 RB and will keep the Saints around until the last quarter. Steven Jackson should be started, I hope someone has him.

Originally Posted by James

Chargers @ Broncos

This is a tough one. Philip Rivers has been almost unstoppable in the passing game, and Denver has now lost 3 in a row. I'm not sure if Kyle Orton will be back from his injury in time but either way it's hard to see San Diego losing here.

Prediction: Chargers 24 - Broncos 17

This sounds right if Orton is in, drop a TD is not. Simms is awful, and also looks weird in his stance to boot... The Chargers are on fire and the Broncos seem to be fading out of the picture again. Start Rivers.
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Originally Posted by James

Bengals @ Raiders

I have no reason to believe the Raiders can beat the Bengals, but wait, they were able to beat the Eagles? What is going on here? The Raiders piss me off.

Prediction: Bengals 42 - Raiders 3

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Bengals will run over this team but not by 42, maybe 35. Start Palmer and Ochocinco. Pick up Benard Scott if Benson is still out, which he probably is.

Originally Posted by James

Jets @ Patriots

I see no reason why New England can't beat the Jets. Tom Brady is mad, Bill Belichick is pissed because of that loss to the Colts. Season sweep.

Prediction: Jets 13 - Patriots 30

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Pats look better each week and they're at home. Brady will have a big day as usual, Randy Moss may see better days though if he is locked up with CB Darrelle Revis though. Revis is arguable the best shutdown corner in the league and has a habit of shutting down a teams top WR, be wary owners if you have better options for WR this week.

Originally Posted by James

Eagles @ Bears

The Bears played absolutely horrible against the 49ers. If they keep that style of play up and Jay Cutler throws 5 interceptions there's no way a team can win with 5+ turnovers a game.

Prediction: Eagles 14 - Bears 10

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16-10 or 19-10 Eagles. Bears are struggling this season. Cutler needs an O-Line and a better WR core to play to his potential. I don't see 5 INTs this game, but there will be INTs. Westbrook is doubtful or out I think, so the Eagles will go through the air and McNabb will post huge numbers most likely if you have him. Out of anything for fantasy, I would get the Eagles kicker, David Akers. The Eagles have a nasty habit of making big plays down the field yet manage to fail to get in the endzone, settling for FGs. This doesn't look like it will stop soon, which will keep the Bears in this game.

Originally Posted by James

Monday Night Football

Titans @ Texans

I believe this game will go down to the final seconds of play. Tennessee has been on a roll, and if Chris Johnson keeps playing the way he plays it won't matter how many touchdowns Matt Schaub throws.

Titans 38 - Texans 35

The Titans will put up a fight but I like the Texans this round. They are coming off a bye and they play at home. A few things look certain though, Schaub and CJ having big games and this game being down to the wire. I think the Titans are the better team, but I think coming off a bye at home is a huge advantage for the Texans and will be the difference on a MNF game that makes up for last weeks Ravens vs Browns MNF game.

[DarkCloud_PK]

Missed a Sunday game...

WAS vs DAL
Winner: Cowboys

Cowboys had a rough week last week but I expect them to bounce back this week. Hopefully Dallas learned their lesson and will use their ground game more this week, it will be the key to a W. If Dallas can get their running game going, I like them by a TD, but if this game gets put in Romo's hands, I think the Redskins could potentially put up an upset. I wouldn't start anyone from these teams though...

[Ares]

thank you oh so much for ruining the league once you start losing, ***got. (kevin)

[James]

Looks like Ronnie Brown is out for the season. The Dolphins are centered around the running attack and without him I don't think they'll be able to move the ball very effectively.

I'm changing my score on the Dolphins @ Panthers game to Dolphins 7 - Panthers 27.

[DarkCloud_PK]

Originally Posted by James

Looks like Ronnie Brown is out for the season. The Dolphins are centered around the running attack and without him I don't think they'll be able to move the ball very effectively.

I'm changing my score on the Dolphins @ Panthers game to Dolphins 7 - Panthers 27.

I don't think the loss of Ronnie Brown will kill the phins. It is a huge loss, but Ricky Williams is exceptional and probably could be a starter for a lot of teams. I think we're going to see RW make a huge impact, continue to see development of Chad Henne, and see them mix it up with Pat White. Dolphins will rebound from this and I can see their other weapons on the team to step it up in this time of need. If I'm wrong, well it isn't like the Dolphins are going to get a wildcard this year, AFC is tough.

[BigBear3]

Thursday Night Football. Quick start for my fantasy team this week. Ricky Williams is so good. Can't believe I got him as a free agent in like Week 5.

[James]

Originally Posted by BigBear3

Thursday Night Football. Quick start for my fantasy team this week. Ricky Williams is so good. Can't believe I got him as a free agent in like Week 5.

and ricky just scored a 43 yard touchdown, holy ****.

[Crimson2005]

Williams projected at 13.71 fantasy points and he got 31.80 points last night. Nice steal, Pat.

[MysticX2X]

Even though this league sucks, I proved you all wrong with stafford having a 35 point fantasy game.

Too bad I didnt start him.

[Mark Sir Link]

cool story

[Crimson2005]

Week 12 predictions before Thursday anyone?

[MysticX2X]

Lions will beat packers. Let's go DC.

[BigBear3]

New England over New Orleans.

[MysticX2X]

Good job to our league organizer giving Yump Steve Smith, Brandon Jacobs and Rashard mendenhall and in return taking an injured runningback.

[jorollychu]

um he dropped them and i was hitting F5 all day

[Crimson2005]

League is officially gimped. If anyone wants a player of mine leave a message. It's not worth the effort now. In my opinion everyone should dump their team.

[Samposse]

Football on graal omg <3

[BigBear3]

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

League is officially gimped. If anyone wants a player of mine leave a message. It's not worth the effort now. In my opinion everyone should dump their team.

Just keep your team intact.

Or give me Hines Ward.

[Crimson2005]

Predictions as requested by DC. It's quite late here and it's been rushed. Some predictions are more detailed than others, wasn't able to go through all the facts and figures for some of them to be a proper informed choice, a few were instinct.

NYJ @ BUF
Winner: Jets
The Jets are 2nd overall for defense and I don't see the Bills breaking them down. TO will probably have another flop week as he again comes up against CB Darrelle Revis who kept him quiet the last time; Evans has been weak lately too. The Bills have the worst rushing defense in the NFL so Thomas Jones is expected to have a big game. Jets to win by a TD.

PHI @ ATL
Winner: Eagles
Matt Ryan will be an absentee, so will possibly Turner, that right there is a big blow to the Falcons. Celek should play for the Eagles, that is a boost somewhat. I think the Eagles will take this, too many important blows to the Falcons core in my opinion.

TB @ CAR
Winner: Panthers
Booooring. Possible upset here but I still think the Panthers will come through. DeAngelo Williams got 150+ yards and 2 TDs last time, I think he'll have another big game against the Bucs, they're 30th against the rush. The absence of Delhomme won't hurt the Panthers too much I don't think, he's not exactly great QB.

STL @ CHI
Winner: Bears
Bears seem to play better at home and the Rams don't committ a lot of sacks either looking at their stats, surely this will give Cutler a bit more composure in his game come Sunday. Forte seems to get a TD versus small-time sides like Cleveland and Detroit, he could against the Rams. Bears to win.

DET @ CIN
Winner: Bengals
Can't really see any other outcome. Expect a rout from the Bengals. Not much to analyse here in my opinion.

TEN @ IND
Winner: Colts
The perfect Colts are up against and in-form Titans side with Chris Johnson who is having an MVP year making some of the best defense look ordinary when he hits his stride. Sadly for the Titans he on his own isn't going to be enough to stop the machine that is Indiannapolis. Tennesse are 31st against the pass and 25th against yardage. The Manning-Wayne/Clark combo should see this one through comfortably.

HOU @ JAC
Winners: Jaguars
I genuinely believe the Jaguars are in with a chance here, MJD and Sim-Walker who does well at home field will both have good games. Garrard passed for 214 yards and a rushing TD in the previous meeting and is another player whose best performances are saved for home games.

DEN @ KC
Winners: Broncos
Yawn.

OAK @ PIT
Winners: Steelers
Rashard Mendenhall, time to shine. After taking over Willie Parker in the Pittsburgh pecking order, Mendenhall has put up some nice numbers. The Raiders defense is lacklustre against the rush being ranked 31st. Roethlisberger is set to play again and I imagine the Raiders to be the ideal team to come back from injury to play against. Steelers to win by 17?

NO @ WAS
Winner: Saints
Saints will go 12-0. Brees will be playing like he's in his back garden. Redskins aren't getting past that New Orleans defense any time soon.

SD @ CLE
Winner: Chargers
Chargers are on fire, Cleveland are going to be cremated. Cleveland not won at home yet and San Diego look like they're scoring for fun, which they are. Chargers will win by 20+. The Chargers are a threat from all sides, passing, receiving, rushing...another blowout.

NE @ MIA
Winners: Patriots

DAL @ NYG
Winner: Cowboys
Dallas to win, but just. Giants' Brandon Jacobs has been underperforming as of late. Witten and Austin had sweet games last week, Romo will be looking for these two alot. Cowboys seem to have figured out a way to keep receivers at bay, this could cause a problem for Eli Manning. Cowboys to win by a couple and a bit.

SF @ SEA
Winner: 49ers
Gore and Davis. The two catalysts for a 49ers victory. Alex Smith has 11 TD passes in 6 games, Crabtree and Davis give him plenty of options. With Gore helping the niners to a 23-10 victory in the previous meeting with his two monster runs, I think he'll be up for this again. Seahawks are pretty average defending the Rush. San Francisco to win by a TD I think.

MIN @ ARI
Winner: Vikings (I hope to god I am right here, I have a lot riding on this)
Favre and the Vikes are putting up big numbers whether it be running, passing or scoring. I think Warner will play but how he will play I don't know, hopefully he's still partially sighted for me. I still think the Viking will win regardless if Warner plays or not, just by how much depends on his presence. Minnesota by 20!

BAL @ GB
Winners: Packers
The Rodgers habit of putting up big numbers will continue and the Packers will most likely keep Ray Rice quiet. Damn I'm tired.

[BigBear3]

I like the Pats prediction. NO EXPLANATION REQUIRED.

[MysticX2X]

Not even going to comment that the titans have been 5-0 since Vince Young gained the starting quarterback position back? It may lean more towards indianapolis winning but we shouldn't doubt the titans recent hot streak with vince young having a better sync with the WR's, as well as throwing a game winning touchdown last game, and chris johnson being the top runningback in the league at the moment.

[James]

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

Predictions as requested by DC. It's quite late here and it's been rushed. Some predictions are more detailed than others, wasn't able to go through all the facts and figures for some of them to be a proper informed choice, a few were instinct.

I'll go ahead and comment on your picks this weeks. How did you like the Chiefs beating the Steelers? I had a really good feeling that they were gonna upset them.

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

NYJ @ BUF
Winner: Jets
The Jets are 2nd overall for defense and I don't see the Bills breaking them down. TO will probably have another flop week as he again comes up against CB Darrelle Revis who kept him quiet the last time; Evans has been weak lately too. The Bills have the worst rushing defense in the NFL so Thomas Jones is expected to have a big game. Jets to win by a TD.

Jets won as I thought they would. Agreed.

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

PHI @ ATL
Winner: Eagles
Matt Ryan will be an absentee, so will possibly Turner, that right there is a big blow to the Falcons. Celek should play for the Eagles, that is a boost somewhat. I think the Eagles will take this, too many important blows to the Falcons core in my opinion.

I'm going to take Atlanta at home here.

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

TB @ CAR
Winner: Panthers
Booooring. Possible upset here but I still think the Panthers will come through. DeAngelo Williams got 150+ yards and 2 TDs last time, I think he'll have another big game against the Bucs, they're 30th against the rush. The absence of Delhomme won't hurt the Panthers too much I don't think, he's not exactly great QB.

I'll agree with the Panthers.

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

STL @ CHI
Winner: Bears
Bears seem to play better at home and the Rams don't committ a lot of sacks either looking at their stats, surely this will give Cutler a bit more composure in his game come Sunday. Forte seems to get a TD versus small-time sides like Cleveland and Detroit, he could against the Rams. Bears to win.

I'm going to take the Rams as it really wouldn't be that big of an upset anyway. The Bears are playing like crap.

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

DET @ CIN
Winner: Bengals
Can't really see any other outcome. Expect a rout from the Bengals. Not much to analyse here in my opinion.

No argument there.

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

TEN @ IND
Winner: Colts
The perfect Colts are up against and in-form Titans side with Chris Johnson who is having an MVP year making some of the best defense look ordinary when he hits his stride. Sadly for the Titans he on his own isn't going to be enough to stop the machine that is Indiannapolis. Tennesse are 31st against the pass and 25th against yardage. The Manning-Wayne/Clark combo should see this one through comfortably.

It's going to be a close game, and I really don't know what way I want to lean here. I'm going to choose Tennessee as my upset of the week.

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

HOU @ JAC
Winners: Jaguars
I genuinely believe the Jaguars are in with a chance here, MJD and Sim-Walker who does well at home field will both have good games. Garrard passed for 214 yards and a rushing TD in the previous meeting and is another player whose best performances are saved for home games.

Agreed.

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

DEN @ KC
Winners: Broncos
Yawn.

Agreed, although I think it will be a decently close game.

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

OAK @ PIT
Winners: Steelers
Rashard Mendenhall, time to shine. After taking over Willie Parker in the Pittsburgh pecking order, Mendenhall has put up some nice numbers. The Raiders defense is lacklustre against the rush being ranked 31st. Roethlisberger is set to play again and I imagine the Raiders to be the ideal team to come back from injury to play against. Steelers to win by 17?

Regardless if Dennis Dixon makes his second NFL start here or not, the Steelers are going to be unleashing hell in December, as Mike Tomlin said.

Agreed.

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

NO @ WAS
Winner: Saints
Saints will go 12-0. Brees will be playing like he's in his back garden. Redskins aren't getting past that New Orleans defense any time soon.

Agreed.

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

SD @ CLE
Winner: Chargers
Chargers are on fire, Cleveland are going to be cremated. Cleveland not won at home yet and San Diego look like they're scoring for fun, which they are. Chargers will win by 20+. The Chargers are a threat from all sides, passing, receiving, rushing...another blowout.

Snoozefest of a game. San Diego will own them.

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

NE @ MIA
Winners: Patriots

This game is going to be fun to watch, I think Miami is going to be busting out some new tricks as usual. I'll take Patriots but I think it's going to be close.

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

DAL @ NYG
Winner: Cowboys
Dallas to win, but just. Giants' Brandon Jacobs has been underperforming as of late. Witten and Austin had sweet games last week, Romo will be looking for these two alot. Cowboys seem to have figured out a way to keep receivers at bay, this could cause a problem for Eli Manning. Cowboys to win by a couple and a bit.

Eli Manning needs to win a damn game, I'm taking the Giants here.

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

SF @ SEA
Winner: 49ers
Gore and Davis. The two catalysts for a 49ers victory. Alex Smith has 11 TD passes in 6 games, Crabtree and Davis give him plenty of options. With Gore helping the niners to a 23-10 victory in the previous meeting with his two monster runs, I think he'll be up for this again. Seahawks are pretty average defending the Rush. San Francisco to win by a TD I think.

San Francisco is playing great, I don't see how the Seachickens could stop them.

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

MIN @ ARI
Winner: Vikings (I hope to god I am right here, I have a lot riding on this)
Favre and the Vikes are putting up big numbers whether it be running, passing or scoring. I think Warner will play but how he will play I don't know, hopefully he's still partially sighted for me. I still think the Viking will win regardless if Warner plays or not, just by how much depends on his presence. Minnesota by 20!

It will be a close game if Warner plays, if Leinart starts they will struggle, he's afraid to throw the bombs to two of the best receivers in the league.

Minnesota wins.

Originally Posted by Crimson2005

BAL @ GB
Winners: Packers
The Rodgers habit of putting up big numbers will continue and the Packers will most likely keep Ray Rice quiet. Damn I'm tired.

The Ravens will have to come up big on D and limit Rodgers to two touchdowns if they stand a chance. Packers win.

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Week 14 Predictions:

PIT @ CLE
Winner: Steelers
A game against the Browns could not have come at a better time. The Steelers are too good of a team to lose to the Browns, especially after the Raiders came in and gave them a wake-up call.

NO @ ATL
Winner: Saints
By all means, the Saints should win this game seeing as they outclass the Falcons at nearly every position. However, they are also one 23 yard field goal away from getting their first lost to the goddamn Redskins, so you never know who will give them their first loss.

DET @ BAL
Winner: Ravens
I bet noone is more excited about this game more than Joe Flacco. What better way to get out of this sophomore slump than a Lions pass defense. The Browns had more TD passes in their game vs the Lions than they had in the previous 9 games combined. Plus Culpepper is starting.

GB vs CHI
Winner: Packers
Green Bay is 2nd in the NFL in getting interceptions. Jay Cutler leads the NFL in throwing them and he already threw 4 against GB. Needless to say, I don't think this is one game the Bears are looking forward to. Maybe they should ask if they can just keep playing games against the Rams for the rest of the season.

SEA vs HOU
Winner: Texans
The only reason I am giving the Texans the edge is because they are playing at home and they can still get back in the AFC wild card discussion provided the Ravens and Steelers continue to play like the .500 teams they are and the Jaguars get eaten alive by their remaining schedule. The Seahawks don't really have much to play for anymore, they look to be out of the NFC wildcard discussion, GB looks to have one spot secured and whoever loses the NFC east will have the other.

DEN vs IND
Winner: Colts
I like the Colts at home. Denver will keep things close and will be in position to hand Indy its first loss to the end. I expect Peyton to show why he is a front-runner for MVP though.

MIA @ JAC
Winner: Jaguars
I must seem crazy, the Dolphins are all the rage after upsetting the Patriots, their rushing attack is among the best in the league! You know what's sad though? The Jaguars are 7-5 team and went to the divisional playoffs 2 seasons ago, yet they still can't sell out any of their games.

BUF @ KC
Winner: Bills
A garbage game featuring garbage teams with nothing to play for anymore. Who cares?

CIN @ MIN
Winner: Bengals
Remember when Favre was brought in and everyone was concerned that he would fade at the end of the season? Well, it makes sense that he could show signs of it like he did against the Cards. He has 35 passing attempts per game, has the 9th most pass attempts in the NFL, and has the track record as of late to decline at the end of the season. You know what doesn't make sense? Having him pass all the time when you have one of the best running backs in the NFL. This whole team looked lost last week in every aspect, I don't think they can completely find themselves again in a week against a team better than the one that beat them last week.

CAR @ NE
Winner: Patriots
Things aren't looking good for the Pats lately. They have been making a lot of mistakes lately, something they are known not to do. More importantly, the Patriots pass D has been exposed as the huge weak point. It is one thing when future HoF QBs like Drew Brees and Peyton Manning tear apart your secondary, but when Chad Henne carves it up for 335 yards and two TDs...
Fortunately, they play the Panthers this week, they couldn't carve up the secondary of a college team.

NYJ @ TB
Winner: Jets
The Jets have a much better supporting cast around their rookie QB than the Bucs have around theirs. Sadly this looks like another nightmare learning experience for Josh Freeman against a tough Jets defense.

STL @ TEN
Winner: Titans
Two teams with top 3 RBs in Steven Jackson and Chris Johnson clash in a game that will be fought on the ground. Unfortunately for the Rams, you can't win very many games with 1 good player.

WAS @ OAK
Winner: Raiders
The battle of the only two bad teams that good teams don't want to play. The Raiders do amazingly well at home where great teams like the Bengals and Eagles have fallen. Only took half a season for the Raiders to figure out that getting rid of JaMarcus Russel would make them significantly less terrible of a team. They should be able to handle the Redskins at home here.

SD @ DAL
Winner: Chargers
Hard to see the Cowboys, let alone anyone, beat this red hot Chargers team.

PHI @ NYG
Winner: Eagles
I am trying to think of something to say here but nothing is coming.

ARI @ SF
Winner: Cardinals
This doesn't look like the game where the Niners rediscover the running game that used to be the strength of their offense. The Cardinals already displayed their ability to force teams to air it out against them, holding the great Adrian Peterson to an embarrassing 19 yards rushing on 11 carries.