Before the picks I just want to say how thankful I am that the real refs are back. The replacement refs were totally clueless and it was embarrassing that Roger Goodell and the owners even put them on the field. For a league that cares so much about protecting the shield and player safety they really made a mockery of the league for the first three weeks.
Falcons 31, Panthers 21 --- Atlanta has looked great the first three weeks and Matty Ice has always been great in the Georgia Dome. Meanwhile it looks like Cam Newton is having a bit of a sophomore slump to start the year. They have had a long week of rest after losing to the Giants last Thursday but it's going to be tough for the Panthers to win today.
Patriots 28, Bills 24 --- Belichick hasn't lost 3 straight games since 2002. I do think the Bills are a lot better than most people think. They did beat the Pats at home last season in week three but I just can't see the Patriots starting the season 1-3 (I would love it, but it won't happen).
Lions 35, Vikings 21 --- DET -4 I think this game will tell us a lot about both teams. The Vikings shocked the league by beating the mighty 49ers last week, while the Lions lost to the 0-2 Titans. I'm picking the Lions because I think they should be desperate at home, I also think the Vikings may have a letdown after the big win.
Chiefs 30, Chargers 28 --- Another game where I'm not sure who either team is just yet. I've never known about the Chargers for the past five years. Meanwhile I thought the Chiefs were going to be good this year. They finally had a big day on offense last week thanks to Jamaal Charles and the horrible Saints defense. It's never easy to win in Arrowhead especially playing against a division rival.
Seahawks 17, Rams 9 --- SEA -3 The Rams finally played against a solid defense last week and they managed only 6 points against the Bears. The Seahawks defense was able to shutdown Aaron Rodgers for only 12 points. The only thing that worries me is that the Seahawks might have a letdown after their bogus emotional Monday night win.
49ers 20, Jets 17 --- The 49ers lost three games last year. After those three losses they didn't let their opponents score a touchdown the following week. The Jets lost Darrelle Revis for the season and Nacho Sanchez is...well...still Nacho. However I think the Jets hang tough and make it close because a west coast team playing at 1 pm on the east coast historically aren't great (26-68).
Texans 34, Titans 20 --- HOU -12 Right now the Texans are the most complete team in the AFC. They should be able to score against the Titans defense, considering they have let up a league leading 113 points in only three games. On the other hand the Texans defense ranks third allowing only 14 points per game.
Broncos 27, Raiders 17 --- Seeing Peyton Manning lose three in a row would be as rare as seeing the Patriots do it. I think the Broncos are a good team, who are only 1-2 due to a tough schedule. They should be able to score against DAY RAYYYDAAAAS, who are coming off their first win of the season against the Steelers. I really don't know what they Radiers are yet but I'm fairly certain they will be a 1-3 team after today.
Cardinals 14, Dolphins 7 --- Not many people are taking the Cardinals seriously even though they are 3-0. What most people don't know is that they are 10-2 in their past 12 games going back to last season. Their defense is one of the best in the league and should be able to force Ryan Tannehill into a few mistakes. The only issue I have with the Cardinals is their offense and their ability to score enough points. But they should be fine today against the 'phins.
Bengals 30, Jaguars 26 --- The Bengals defense has let up 34 points per game against teams that aren't exactly the most premier offensive teams (Ravens, Browns, and Redskins). The thing they do have going for them is the fact that they can score a ton of points. They should be able to improve to 3-1 today in Jacksonville.
Packers 40, Saints 30 --- It will be interesting to see how the Packers rebound from the debacle that happened on Monday. Luckily for their offense they get to play the Saints defense, which is very bad. Drew BREEEEEESSSS will keep the Saints in the ballgame for awhile but the Packers are the better team.
Buccaneers 28, Redskins 24 --- This is once again another game where these teams are a bit of a mystery. The Redskins obviously have been he team getting more love because of Bob Griffin III. However their defense is not too good now that All-Pro linebacker Brian Orakpo (Geico Caveman) is out for the season. I do think the Bucs are a decent team however. They have lost the past two games in New York and in Dallas, so it should be nice to return home to face their third straight team from the NFC East.
Giants 35, Eagles 20 --- NYG +2.5 I'm starting to get the feeling that these Giants are just like the 2008 version of the then defending champions Giants, when they went 12-4 in the regular season. They killed the Panthers and have a had a long rest. The Eagles have not been great and Mike Vick has become a turnover machine. It wouldn't surprise me if the Giants force a few more because for some reason Andy Reid refuses to give Shady McCoy the ball ever. Giants might roll in this one.
Cowboys 21, Bears 17 --- I think the Cowboys get the win because the game is in Dallas. I also just want to see the fake Jay Cutler have an awful game because he's a prick and it's more fun to see him throw 4 int's and yell at his offensive line than it is to see him play well.
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