NFL week 3

Browns vs Jets
I am not surprised by the browns. I am by the jets. But not really by either. The browns have been close to winning, but haven’t managed to get over the hump. I’m all in this week. Not on the browns though, the Jets. Jets 24, Browns 20

Packers vs Redskins

If Rodgers injury details him this week, I can see an opportunistic Redskins team winning.  Thing is, the defense for Green Bay doesn’t generate the pass rush they need. They get in there, but Smith is mobile and doesn’t take that many sacks. I think the Packers win a close one. Packers 17, Redskins 15

Jaguars vs Titans

I’m not gonna lie, the way the Jaguars are playing to start the season, should worry other teams. Because they are only going to get better. Jaguars 31, Titans 17

Broncos Vs Ravens

Did  not think the Broncos would be 2-0. I thought 1 win, maybe. They are getting good okay from both sides of the ball. ravens had a good opening weekend but I don’t see them winning many games.  I think it’s a close game, but surprise, I think the Ravens take it. Ravens 20, Broncos 17

Bears vs Cardinals
Cardinals don’t stand a chance. Bears 41, cardinals 7. 

Cowboys vs Seahawks
Very surprised the Seahawks are 0-2. Not that surprised since they traded/let most of their Defense walk. I think the championship window has closed in Seattle. Sure they may win 10 games here and there, but with an up and coming Rams team, it’s going to get tougher. Oh Dallas still sucks. Seattle 21,  cowboys 20 

Saints vs Falcons
Saints and falcons both have been unimpressive. I thought the Saints would blow the Browns out, nope. I think it’s going to be a shootout. saints 44, falcons 40 

Eagles Vs Colts
Why the Eagles look like hot garbage. Like, they will win this week, but overall have been unimpressive. For a super bowl winning team. Yawn. Eagles 24, colts 17

Bills Vs vikings
The Bills are bad. Sorry, Buffalo. Vikings rebound after their tie. Vikings 31, Bills 6

Raiders vs Dolphins
The Raiders are just awful. I don’t think they win a game for a while. Dolphins, rejoice at 3-0 when the game ends. Dolphins 27,Raiders 13

Bengals Vs Panthers
Intriguing matchup. Which Bengals team shows up. The 2-0 good version or the late season bad team. They get a hungry panthers team coming off a loss. Bengals 17, Panthers 7

Giants vs Texans
Neither the Texans or Giants have been impressive. I wouldn’t be surprised if we saw a third tie Texans 23, Giants 12

Chiefs vs 49ers
Um the Chiefs look like they gonna try to score 40 every week. That Mahomes kid is legit. Chiefs 34, 49ers 20

Chargers vs Rams
Battle of LA and the Rams have looked impressive. chargers, eh. I mean they won a game, but the Rams look to punish trans. Rams 24, Chargers 10

Patriots vs Lions
Former patriots  Def Coordniafor Matt Patricia hosts the  Patriots and his team is bad. They are going to get rocked by Brady coming off the loss to the Jaguars last week. Patriots 33, Lions 17

Steelers vs Buccaneers
So, the Steelers about to be 0-2-1 because the Bucs are pretty good. Buccaneers 27, Steelers 17

NFL Week 2

Last weeks games 10-5-1

Did not see the Browns tying it. Silver lining, at least they didn't lose.

Thursday September 13th!

(NFL) Ravens (1-0) at Bengals (1-0) - I'll be honest, I thought the Ravens looked spectacular last week. Did not see that coming. I think they were one of the better teams last week. And if the division looks anything like that Browns/Steelers game, watch out, division. Bengals, eh. They won, but whatever. I'm not sold on them. They still have Marvin Lewis as their coach. Ravens 34, Bengals 10

Sunday September 16th

(FOX) Panthers (1-0) at Falcons (0-1) - If the Panthers want to make it to Atlanta in February, they need to beat Atlanta at home. Panthers used the clock to control Dallas, division rivalries are not that lucky. Gonna be a shootout. Falcons 31, Panthers 27

(CBS) Chargers (0-1) at Bills (1-0) - Right where I figured these two would be. Winless. Chargers lack a serious defense, Bills lack everything. I think the Chargers are going to rush that Rookie QB and make him have some Turnovers in his first NFL Start. Chargers 27, Bills 10

(FOX) Vikings (1-0) at Packers (1-0) - The team I think that will win the Super Bowl vs their biggest competition, and they might be with Rodgers. Vikings looked good. Few small things here and there, but they have to get it together and beat a top tier team. Vikings 20, Packers 17

(CBS) Texans (0-1) at Titans (0-1) - Really thought the Titans would take a step forward, but they didn't. More like the old Paula Abdul song, two steps forward, two steps back. They looked bad last week. The Texans, well they lost to the Patriots, no shame in that. They played great. Texans 24, Titans 13

(FOX) Browns (0-0-1) at Saints (0-1) - But for real, what the hell Saints, your defense must've just stayed at home. 48 points. The Browns had every opportunity to lose the game, and they didn't. Gives me hope that they will finish with more than 8 wins this season. Sadly, this won't be one of them. Saints 28, Browns 17

(CBS) Dolphins (1-0) at Jets (1-0) -  I am surprised both teams won. No joke. The Jets looked like, like, like good. Do I expect them to win every game? No, but if that defense plays that way, the Dolphins as well, they could make the division close, unlike any other year that Brady has played. Jets 23, Dolphins 16

(CBS) Chiefs (1-0) at Steelers (0-0-1) - Plain and simple. Chiefs looked great. Steelers better just pay Bell whatever he wants because they aren't going to win many games without him. Chiefs 21, Steelers 17

(FOX) Eagles at Buccaneers (1-0) - Both teams won last week, but I am surprised at the offensive explosion by the Bucs. I mean, Ryan Fitzpatrick really has gone places and compiled impressive stats, so this shouldn't be surprising. I just am surprised. Eagles, okay last week. I don't think they are that good. Will get the W, from their defense. Eagles 20, Bucs 10

(CBS) Colts (0-1) at Redskins (1-0) - Eh, neither team was good. Redskins beat a crappy Cardinals team. Could be a game where you can put it on, take a nap, wait for the crowd to react and then go back to sleep. Redskins 17, Colts 7

(FOX) Cardinals (0-1) at Rams (1-0) - No way the Rams don't drop 35 on them. Rams 38, Cardinals 10

(FOX) Lions at 49ers (0-1)  - Both teams lost. I like the 49ers QB. Stafford of Detroit had a lot of turnovers. He is the sole reason they lost last week. I actually think this will be a high scoring shootout. 49ers 41, Lions 38

(CBS) Raiders (0-1) at Broncos (1-0) - Raiders looked bad in Grudens debut. I'm not sure they don't go 3-13. But, they have lots of picks next years draft. Broncos 24, Raiders 10

(CBS) Patriots at Jaguars (1-0) - Both teams won, and I think this is the best game of the week. I honestly, truly think, the Jaguars are going to steal one at home. Jaguars 24, Patriots 20

(NBC) Giants at Cowboys (0-1) - Giants and Cowboys both suck, lol. Neither has an identity to really speak of. I'll watch, but whatever. I think the Giants are going to own the Cowboys at home. (i am a cowboys fan but their defense is horrendous, and no true wide receivers. Cutting Dez was bad), Giants 27, Cowboys 17

 Monday September 17th

 (ESPN) Seahawks at Bears (0-1) - Really thought both teams were going to win, then they had to fall on their achilles heels (Seahawks achilles heel is now their defense, and offense for the Bears), should be an interesting monday nighter, I think the Seahawks keep the bears winless. Seahawks 27, Bears 10

NFL Week 1, Predictions, games, and what not

Another NFL Season is upon us.

Full disclosure, I was very tempted to discontinue this. I haven't been into the NFL as much this year, and I haven't been able to focus on it, but here I am. I will try to give it the ol college try.

I have also started a new blog, where I talk about my family/life/whatnot. You can follow along there. It's called Pound Sign Dad. This week, I talked about our lice breakout.

So, on to week 1. Predictions:


First off, not seeing a repeat in Philly. Not with that giant deadly spider on the loose.Unless he suits up at Defensive End.   Someone stole 40K in insects.

NFL MVP: Aaron Rodgers

Comeback Player of the Year: DeShaun Watson
Offensive Rookie of the Year: Saquon Barkley
Defensive Rookie of the Year: Bradley Chubb
Offensive Player of the Year: Russell Wilson
Defensive Player of the Year: Khalil Mack

Super Bowl Winner: I'm going from left field. Minnesota Vikings over Pittsburgh Steelers

I chose that because the only real thing the Vikings missed last season, was a capable QB. They know have a stout defense and a great QB in Kirk Cousins. Watch. Out.

I'm usually wrong, and most likely will be wrong. But, hey we shall see.

Week 1:

Thursday September 6th: 

Falcons at Eagles (NBC) -  The Super Bowl champs are back, with their starting QB. And they look potent. A stronger defense. A strong offense. They could repeat, but hey, repeating is very hard to do in the NFL. They have a big hill to climb with a strong NFC East. They will beat the Falcons, but the lock to win the division, tough to say. Eagles 31, Falcons 20

Sunday September 9th:

Jaguars at Giants (FOX) - An interesting matchup, because I'd like to see how the Jaguars build on their momentum from last season, conversely, I'd like to see how a semi recharged Eli Manning does with an upgraded team and a healthy OBJ. I think the Jaguars have one of the stingiest defenses, and when pressured, Manning has always, always turned the ball over. I like the Jags to steal one on the road. Jaguars 20, Giants 14

Seahawks at Broncos (FOX) - Both teams have questions going into this game. Broncos got a good QB, still a strong defense, but their offensive weapons aren't all that great. The Seahawks, as long as they have Wilson at QB, they are potent. Their defense has been depleted, lot of new faces. So right off the bat, big game for both teams. Seahawks 17, Broncos 10

Redskins at Cardinals (FOX) - Redskins got a new QB and for what it's worth, Alex Smith is actually a good QB. The Cardinals, well they have Sam Bradford, who has yet to really play a full season. Always hurt. This year probably some of the same. Redskins Defense is strong. They should have a good romp of the old Cardinals. Redskins 35, Cardinals 17

Cowboys at Panthers (FOX) - Cowboys, different season, same result. Sure they may make the playoffs, but without ever really upgrading their defense, well 22 years without a Super Bowl is going to happen. Panthers should get a win. Panthers 17, Cowboys 14

Bills at Ravens (CBS) - Neither did much in the offseason to make me think "That's a playoff team." Because in reality, they will both be picking top 12. The Ravens, season after season, have a mediocre offense, and the Bills traded away Tyrod Taylor, so you know, they are all in this season. Ravens 20, Bills 10

Buccaneers at Saints (FOX) - No Jameis Winston at QB, and a hungry Saints team. I think this is going to be the highest scoring game of the day. Saints 41, Bucs 12

Texans at Patriots (CBS) - Know why I am excited for this game? DeShaun Watson. Sure he got hurt last year, but if he can go into the heart of Patriotsland, play a great game, perhaps get a win, it will go a long way in helping this possible playoff team. On the other side, well Tom is Tom, and I think the ol Hoodie is going to come up with a game plan to stop Watson. going to be a close one. Patriots 24, Texans 21

49ers at Vikings (FOX)- Could be looking at two playoff teams here. The 49ers are an unknown wildcard with a full season of a good, young QB. the only question, is the 49ers defense. Will they be able to hold up against a truly potent Minnesota attack? I think that the Vikings are going to win it all, but these games, they have to win. Vikings 27, 49ers 17

Titans at Dolphins (FOX) - Dolphins, all I saw this offseason was hurt, hurt, trade, released. No real additions to make me think they have or will ever close the gap between them and 4th place. The Titans, no real offseason moves, but they still have a good young QB. I think they start the season off with a statement game. Titans 31, Dolphins 7

Bengals at Colts (CBS)  - Seems Luck is back at QB, but like the Cowboys, their defense has not been upgraded much since 2005. Like if anyone thinks the Colts are going to be Super Bowl Contenders, let me tell you about this island I have some land for sale on. The defense is going to be their shoulder injury. Bengals, well, they are okay. No real threat to the AFC. Colts 20, Bengals 17

Steelers at Browns (CBS) - Um, I kinda want to see the Browns win like 9 games this season. They upgraded a lot of positions. They used their cap wisely, and I think they can win 9. The Steelers, well there are some problems with Le'Veon Bell and his lack of showing up. So i am not sure they are going to be great this week. I'm just going to say the Browns are going to win it. Browns 24, Steelers 20

Chiefs at Chargers (CBS) - Chargers suffer the same mindset as the Colts/Cowboys. Lack of defense will continuously kill them. Chiefs are potent. A potential AFC killer if they start to play the way they are designed. Chiefs 21, Chargers 20

Bears at Packers (NBC) - With Khalil Mack joining Chicago and the Packers typically good, this went from a okay maybe I'll watch, to a yeah this is a must watch. I like a healthy Rodgers to wreck havoc, but he has one hell of a defense to face. Packers 17, Bears 7

Monday September 10th

Jets at Lions (ESPN) - We get a chance to see two teams that rebuilt but neither are playoff bound. I want to see what Sam Darnold can do in New York. The Lions defense though, should be able to force the rookie into some mistakes, and the Lions offense can make them pay.  Lions 27. Jets 10

Rams at Raiders (ESPN) - I like what the Rams are doing. They are building a good young team, and in a year or so, they could be Super Bowl bound. The Raiders, well this is Grudens second go round. They've already traded their best defender, Mack, and their offense lost some pieces. All eyes are on Gruden. I think the Rams, steal one on the road. Rams 20, Raiders 14