NFL Week 3 Picks

Starting off with the Steelers today. Must win. If they lose and start 0-3, that's pretty much it. The offense better figure it out because 19 points in two games is brutal. They get Heath Miller back today which will definitely help but they need to be better at everything. Just Win Baby.

Anyways, on to the picks...

Overall:  20-11  Spread : 1-6-1

Packers 31, Bengals 24 --- GB-3 I'm going with the better QB in this one. Andy Dalton did not look good at all last Monday night. He certainly didn't like the guy that's suppose to take the Bengals to the next level. Sure they won the game but that's because the Steelers offense is dreadful. Aaron Rodgers on the other hand threw for over 400 yards as the Pack crushed the Redskins. I think they go into Cincy and get the win.

Cowboys 21, Rams 20 --- This is a pretty big game for the Cowboys I think. They can't fall to 1-2 and let the Redskins and Giants hang around in the division. Going to Dallas and beating the Boys would be a huge win for Jeff Fisher and the Rams. I do think that the Cowboys get the win today though as long as Tony Romo and Dez can connect for a TD or two.

Chargers 27, Titans 23 --- Both of these teams could be 2-0 right now but even at 1-1 the Chargers and Titans have surprised people thus far. I think the Chargers get the win on the road today because Phil Rivers has been great in the first two weeks. It will be a close one though, so whichever team wins the turnover battle will probably get the W.

Vikings 20, Browns 9 --- The Brownies pretty much gave up on the season since they traded Trent Richardson. I think it was a good trade but it doesn't help them on the field at the moment. Plus Brian Hoyer is starting at QB today. He can't be much worse than Brandon Weeden right? The Browns defense might keep it sort of close but the Vikings should be able to get their first win of the season at home today.

Patriots 21, Bucs 16 --- The Bucs could easily be the 2-0 team in this matchup. They almost upset the Saints last week at home. So even though Darrelle Revis is trying to get his new coach fired already the Bucs aren't that horrible. The problem is is that they get to play in New England today to face the Pats, who haven't played in 10 days. The Patriots offense hasn't been great so far but rookie receivers Aaron Dobson and Kenbrell Thompkins will only get better with more experience. TFB won't let the Patriots lose this one at home but I don't think they win huge.

Saints 28, Cardinals 20 --- The Cardinals defense is one of the best in the league. They stated to prove that last week by only letting up 14 points against the Lions. The problem is today they have to go into the SuperDome. Drew BREEEEEEEEEESSSSSS will throw for a few touchdowns like usual and the Saints will go 3-0.

Redskins 26, Lions 23 --- No Reggie Bush for the Lions is a big loss. Especially considering they only scored 14 points on offense against the Cardinals last week. The Redskins defense isn't even close to as good as the Cardinals at the moment but you have to figure at home they can't look as bad as they have in the first two weeks. RG III is playing in his third game today so it's possible he his getting adjusted to playing on his knee now. He better be because the Redskins need to win this game.

Giants 24, Panthers 16 --- The Giants can't start 0-3 and turn the ball over another five times can they? If they do their season might be over. I think Eli will right the ship this week but hopefully their defense doesn't allow Cam Newton to have his first big game of the year. The G-Men should and better get the win on the road against the Panthers today.

Ravens 20, Texans 17 --- BAL +1.5 I'm not too sure what to make of either team after two weeks. The Ravens got crushed by the Broncos and then barely beat the Brownies at home. Plus Ray Rice has a bum hip and might not play today. The Texans could easily be 0-2. They had a huge comeback week 1 against the Chargers and then won in overtime against the Titans. I'm picking the Ravens in this one because Ray Lewis gets his number retired today and Ed Reed returns on the visiting sideline. If that doesn't get T-Sizzle and the defense pumped up, then I don't know what will.

Bills 17, Jets 12 --- BUF +2.5 If the Steelers lose tonight and the Bills win, I'm officially a Bills fan for the rest of the year. That might not be entirely true but I like these Bills. EJ Manuel is already circling the wagons. However today might not be that easy. The Jets defense is very good and will continue to keep them in games throughout the season. I think Geno will turn the ball over one too many times today to allow the Bills to win.

Dolphins 24, Falcons 20 --- To be honest I have no idea who wins this game, but Atlanta has been letting up 347 yards per game in the air. So I think Mike Wallace is due for another big game. Plus the Falcons aren't great away from home. It wouldn't shock me if the Falcons win but I think the Dolphins at home can get the win.

49ers 33, Colts 20 --- Jim Harbaugh is 8-0 after a loss or a tie. The 49ers got embarrassed last week in Seattle so I think that trend will continue. I'm not sure how big of an impact Trent Richardson will have in his first game as a Colt because I think the Niners defense will play well at home. Kaepernick will bounce back from his three interception game.

Seahawks 35, Jaguars 6 --- SEA -19 If the Jaguars get to double digit points I'd be surprised. The spread seems like a college line but I'm taking it for some reason.

Steelers 17, Bears 14 --- PIT +2 The Steelers can't start 0-3. They just can't. It's an NFL rule I think. Everybody is loving DA BEARS but they are a team that could easily be 0-2. Jay Cutler had a few bad turnovers last week against the Vikings that could have cost them the game. If he does that against the Steelers defense the Bears might not get the chance to pull off a late comeback. Actually, who am I kidding? The Steelers offense will be lucky to score more than 10 points. So it's on you defense. Don't let the Bears get into double digits or you'll be 0-3.

Broncos 27, Raiders 17 --- Believe it or not this game could be kinda close for awhile. The Raiders defense is pretty good and Terrelle Pryor has been the early season surprise so far. I'm not saying they go into Denver and win on Monday night but I think it will be the coming out party for Pryor. The Broncos in the end will win but Raider fans might go to bed feeling optimistic about their future.

Enjoy the games people.