It's a strange feeling to wake up and know that the Steelers are about to get destroyed later in the day. They have no chance today in the Big Crab Cake aka Baltimore. The Ravens are a much better team at home and the Steelers are pitiful right now without Big Ben. Honestly they could have done better last weekend if I had been playing QB or running back. Anyways, onto the picks.
Overall Record: 71-57-1 Spread: 20-20
Bills 24, Jaguars 21 --- The Jags have been playing pretty well the past two with Chad Henne. However I've been on the Bills bandwagon all year. It hasn't worked out very well for me but I'm going down with the ship. Plus they are 2-2 at home and if the weather isn't great that probably won't help the team from Florida.
Bears 27, Seahawks 17 --- CHI -3 The Seahawks are only 1-5 on the road, while DA BEARS are 5-1 in the Windy City. The Bears also bounced back nicely last week once they got Jay Cutler back. I think the Bears defense may force a few turnovers by Russell Wilson to make the difference today.
Lions 34, Colts 30 --- Who would have thought at the beginning of the season the Colts would be the better team in this matchup. I still don't think the Colts are all that special, especially on the road. The Lions had their chance to upset the Texans on Turkey Day so that could affect this game. They are rested so they could come out and play well or play like their season is over, which it is.
Packers 31, Vikings 21 --- I can't see the Packers losing two straight even though the Giants made them look very bad last week. They get to return home, where they are 5-1. This is also helpful because the Vikings are 1-4 on the road but 0-3 when they have to play outdoors. I think the Vikings would be so much better if they played outdoors. They play in Minnesota that would be such a huge advantage. Also their current dome is ugly.
Texans 41, Titans 20 --- The Texans have gotten their last two wins in overtime against teams with losing records. I think they come out today to prove that they are the best team in the AFC and beat up on the Titans. They won the first matchup 38-14 so they are clearly the superior team.
Panthers 24, Chiefs 17 --- It's tough to know how the Chiefs will play after the tragedy that occurred yesterday. I'm not sure they should even play the game today. Why not just postpone it a day or two? Anyways, clearly the Chiefs have been awful as have the Panthers but they did look good on Monday night against the Iggles. I think the Chiefs just have too much to overcome today.
49ers 26, Rams 10 --- SF -7.5 The Niners might play pretty inspired since they tied the Rams just three weeks ago. I do think that Colin Kaepernick will make a few mistakes though and keep this QB controversy going. The Niners clearly have a Super Bowl defense but I really don't think they will win the Super Bowl with either of their two QB's. Sure Alex Smith beat Drew BREEEEEESSSSS last year but then Eli took them down.
Patriots 34, Dolphins 21 --- The Pats are rolling right now having won 5 in a row. Those games weren't against the best teams, only the Colts have a winning record, but they are beating people down. Miami did get a big win at home last week against the Seahawks but they don't have enough talent to beat the Patriots even in Florida.
Jets 24, Cardinals 14 --- NYJ -6 I really don't know how the Jets are going to able to overcome the devastating loss of Fireman Ed. I really don't know how they can take the field without him screaming J-E-T-S. However this new job opening could be the break The Jersey Sports Fan needs. He could easily take over for Ed. The Jets will win this game at home no matter who chants because the Cardinals stink and have lost 7 in a row.
Broncos 34, Bucs 31 --- TB +7.5 The Broncos will in this game because Peyton Manning should be able to throw the ball all over the place because the Bucs pass defense isn't great. I think the Bucs stay close though because their offense is explosive.
Raiders 12, Browns 6 --- Apparently the weather is going to very windy and raining. I'm not picking the Browns because I'm holding a grudge now after last Sunday. Maybe I should have a grudge with the Raiders since they also beat the Steelers this year and they are terrible. I'm not going to watch this game. Nobody should be forced to watch it.
Chargers 27, Bengals 24 --- I'm not sure why I'm picking the Chargers. I'm going to be rooting for them for the Steelers sake. But the Bengals have been playing very well lately while the Chargers season is pretty much done. The Chargers did almost beat the Ravens last week but they couldn't tackle Lil' Ray Rice on 4th and 26. Hopefully Phil Rivers can protect the ball to get the win at home.
Ravens 31, Steelers 13 --- I really think this is going to be a blowout. I know most Steelers Ravens games are close but I don't see it happening today. The Ravens are 5-0 at home and their offense is much better there. The Steelers can't score without Big Ben. They haven't thrown a TD pass since he left the Chiefs game. I wish Charlie Batch luck today against T-Sizzle and Haloti Ngata. It could get ugly.
But here's the thing people. Nobody else might believe me but the Steelers last four games are all winnable. So if they get into the playoffs at 10-6 with a healthy Big Ben it would not surprise me at all if they make a run deep into the playoffs. I don't know if they can win the entire thing but I feel like people have already forgotten that three weeks ago they were 6-3 with the possible MVP playing QB for them. Plus their defense has been playing great all year without Polamalu. I'm just saying there is still hope even if they get destroyed today.
Cowboys 26, Eagles 17 --- The Eagles have given up on the season. The Cowboys still have slim playoff hopes. The only bad news for the Cowboys and Tony Romo is that it's December now. Meaning the fake America's Team loses a lot. Frankly if they lose this game, Jerry Jones better pick up the phone and call Sean Payton about the opening in the head coach position.
Giants 31, Redskins 30 --- I think the Giants can easily win the Super Bowl again because when they are motivated to play, like last week, they can beat anyone. However they also can have letdowns. I think they will be motivated on Monday night though because if they can beat the Redskins they can basically lock up the NFC East and eliminate the skins. RG III will play well though so it won't be easy for Big Blue.
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