Thursday, September 10, 2015

2015-16 NFL Week 1 Picks


Welp, I got the itch to start writing again and this seems like a great time.  I will probably have to play with the format a little to make sure that I am providing good content, but I’m sure you’ll enjoy.  Ok, now we’re done with that,…let’s get back to NFL football.  Welcome 2015-16 NFL Season, you have been sorely missed. 

Pittsburgh @ New England – We’ve had to endure, Deflategate, the Seahawks not running the ball, Spygate (revisited) and just in general all of the stuff that the Patriots have gotten away with over the last several years.  Can we move past all of this to get to some football?  That’s what the NFL wants us to do.  They have hijacked the entire summer over this silliness.  On to the game,……The Steelers come in to this game without LeVeon Bell (suspension) and Maurkice Pouncey (injury) and with a lot of new faces on their defense.  You used to be able to depend on the Steelers, no matter the year, to put a staunch defense on the field and this new group will have an opportunity to set that tone.  Ex-Florida State LB, Lawrence Timmons should become a stalwart for this defense, this is his time. 
On the offensive side of the ball, the Steelers have Big Ben and they hope that’s enough until Bell can return.  With Antonio Brown and Martavis Bryant as his two leading targets, and let’s not forget the ageless Heath Miller, the Steelers will probably toss the ball around a lot more this year.  I imagine that Big Ben should be on par for a near 5000 yard season (has already had 4 4000+ yard seasons).  The question all season will be whether the defense will be able to slow down some of these offenses so that the Steelers can put up some wins. 

Now to the reigning Super Bowl Champion Patriots (can I tell you how much that hurt to type?).  Roger Goodell messed up the whole deflated ball issue and allowed Tom Brady to slip back into the starting lineup.  I had been practicing how to spell Garoppolo for a while.  But now we get a pissed off Tom Brady, at home and many feel he has something to prove.  All I have to say is that Brady will be Brady.  No LeGarrette Blount (suspension) but these are the Patriots and they basically will list (insert name) as their starting RB and run for 4 TDs on you.  They kept the same WRs in Edelman and Amendola, but more importantly they have Gronk(owski).  We’ll probably see a lot of double TE sets (nothing has changed in New England) with Scott Chandler able to do some of the same things that Gronk can do.  The bigger questions for the Patriots come on defense where they lost of boatload of people (Browner, Revis, Wilfork, etc.) and whether this somewhat inexperienced defense will be able to step up to the plate.  Jamie Collins, Jerod Mayo, and Chandler Jones will be the core of this defense, but everyone wants to see if this secondary will be able to stop anyone. 

Winner – Patriots.

Thursday, November 14, 2013

2013-14 NFL Week 11 Picks

Ok, the final stretch and we're going to do it with some style. Games start soon so I have to get my Thursday pick in now.

Indianapolis @ Tenessee - These Colts sold me out last week so I need for them to right the ship. I felt this team is one of those that runs and passes well and they remind me of those good NFC East teams from years ago. The Titans are led by Ryan Fitzpatrick and we'll get to see if he's ready to help the titans turn around their season. Going with luck though. Winner - Colts.

New York Jets @ Buffalo - Ed Reed's first game as a Jet,...hmmmm,...going to ride with the future HOF.  Winner - Jets.

Baltimore @ Chicago - Strength vs. Strength.  Bears offense vs. Ravens defense.  Rainy, windy and cold here in Chicago. Winner - Ravens.

Cleveland @ Cincinnati - Should be a good game.  I still can't believe that maybe these Browns knew what they were doing when they traded Richardson.  The Bengals need to be consistent and I expect them to be good this week.  Winner - Bengals.

Washington @ Philadelphia - I still think the Redskins find a way to win this division, as sad as that really is.  Winner - Redskins

Detroit @ Pittsburgh - The Lions defense should enjoy hitting Big Ben today.  Not sure if he makes it out of this game.  Winner - Lions.

Atlanta @ Tampa Bay - I know this game probably was supposed to be a rest for the Falcons on their way back to the playoffs.  Now that we know that won't happen, this should be a very ugly game.  Winner - Falcons.

Arizona @ Jacksonville - Can the Jaguars get another win?  I think so.  Winner - Jaguars.

Oakland @ Houston - Can the Texans win a game?  It is the Raiders.  Winner - Texans.

San Diego @ Miami - Should actually be another good game.  Teams making that trip west really don't do that well, but this is the Dolphins.  Can the Dolphins finally pull it together?  Winner - Chargers.

San Francisco @ New Orleans - 2nd best game of the week.  The Saints are hard to beat in the dome, but this is the 49ers.  Both defenses are going to be tested but I think that the 49ers are up to the test.  I want to pick the Saints,.....Winner - 49ers.

Green Bay @ New York Giants - This makes me sick making this pick,.....Winner - Giants.

Minnesota @ Seattle - Seahawks, even if they start slow.  Winner - Seahawks.

Kansas City @ Denver - Best game of the week.  It's hard to best against Peyton unless it's the playoffs or he's playing against the Patriots.  Winner - Broncos.

New England @ Carolina - 3rd best game of the week.  My heart says Panthers, but my head says Patriots.  Going with the heart.  Winner - Panthers.

Who you wit?!?!?

Thursday, November 07, 2013

2013-14 NFL Week 10 Picks

Getting the first game pick in quickly.

Washington @ Minnesota - Look for RGIII to have a good game and the Redskins to win a tough one. Winner - Redskins

Seattle @ Atlanta - The Seahawks comes across the country and they have been starting slow lately.  The Falcons have just sucked and I really have no words for them.  If both teams change their ways at least for this one game,...what happens?  Winner - Seahawks

Detroit @ Chicago - Should be a great game.  I think they rushed Cutler back just a little too quickly seeing how McCown has actually been playing well.  I hope he doesn't mess things up?  Winner - Bears.

Philadelphia @ Green Bay -  No Aaron Rodgers and a Eagles team that's been playing pretty well.  I can't pick against the Packers, right?  Even with returning starters on the defense?  Winner - Eagles.

Jacksonville @ Tennessee - This should be another ugly game.  AND I think this is the game the Jaguars can win.  Winner - Jaguars.

St. Louis @ Indianapolis - This Colts team is good.  I'm looking for big things out of them in the playoffs.  Winner - Colts.

Oakland @ New York Giants - The Raiders have been up and down and the Giants actually are starting to get it together.  Can this be another Giants win?  Winner - Giants.

Buffalo @ Pittsburgh - I'm not sure when the last time the Bills would be picked against the Steelers.  I think part of my childhood would be upset with me (was a Steelers fan as a young lad) for making this pick, but I have to.  Winner - Bills.

Cincinnati @ Baltimore - Throwing 3 INTs and losing to the Dolphins last week will make even the staunch supporters of the Bengals shy away from picking them.  I'm almost there,..but not quite.  Winner - Bengals.

Carolina @ San Francisco - This is the game I won't miss this weekend.  Cam has a chance to show out against a good/great 49ers defense.  Can he do the job with this rag tag Panthers team?  Winner - 49ers.

Houston @ Arizona - No Kubiak. No Foster. Hurt Tate. I hate to pile on, but,.....Winner - Cardinals.

Denver @ San Diego - This will probably test the ability of the scoreboard to keep up, but I'll take the Broncos defense over the Chargers.  Winner - Broncos.

Dallas @ New Orleans - Another shootout.  The Saints are trying to prove that last week was an anomaly.  Winner - Saints.

Miami @ Tampa Bay - I thought that the NFL would flex this game.  I don't even think the player's mother's are going to watch this game.  This should be an ugly one too.  Winner - Dolphins.

Who you wit?!?!??!

Thursday, October 31, 2013

2013-14 NFL Week 9 Picks

On a plane, trying to make it happen let's see what we got this week.

Cincinnati @ Miami - We get arguably the best defense in the league right now and a Dolphins team that seems to be taking multiple steps backwards. Home team should have some juice, but not enough for a win.  Winner - Bengals. 

Kansas City @ Buffalo - Chiefs go into Buffalo and stay undefeated.  Winner - Chiefs.

Minnesota @ Dallas - The Vikings shouldn't be in this game.  I mean Ponder gets the start and they play the Cowboys in Dallas.  AP can't beat them by himself,....this should be a cakewalk for the Cowboys. Beware Cowboys fans.  Winner - Cowboys.

Tennessee @ St. Louis - I will guarantee that this will be an ugly game.  At least the weather won't impact it.  Winner - Rams.

New Orleans @ New York Jets - I hope Geno plays well, but the Saints are too good to hit a road bump here.  Winner - Saints.

San Diego @ Washington - Should be a good bounce back game for the Redskins.  I think the first team to 30 wins this one.  Winner - Redskins

Atlanta @ Carolina - As bad as the Falcons have been playing this would be the game where they show up and make the Panthers look bad.  Fighting the urge to pick the Falcons.  Winner - Panthers.

Philadelphia @ Oakland - Coin flip on this one.  I hope it ends in a tie.  Winner - Raiders

Tampa Bay @ Seattle - It's about time for the Seahawks to start a game fast.  Winner - Seahawks.

Baltimore @ Cleveland - First team to 13 wins this game.  Winner - Browns.

Pittsburgh @ New England - Two wounded teams with two good QBs.  Gotta go with the home team.  Winner - Patriots.

Indianapolis @ Houston - I hope the Colts are gentle with the Texans,...very gentle.  Winner - Colts.

Chicago @ Green Bay - No Cutler and Green Bay is rolling.  Unless the Bears defense show up, it's gonna get embarrassing for the Bears.  Winner - Packers
 
Who you wit?!?!?!?

Sunday, October 27, 2013

2013-14 NFL Week 8 Picks

Tough week to get these picks out and I missed the first game of the week, although I would have picked the Panthers anyway. 

Carolina @ Tampa Bay - The worst team in the NFL plays the Panthers,...what do you think? How many days left in this Schiano regime again?  Winner - Panthers.

Dallas @ Detroit - This ought to be a good game and I think that Suh gets him some Tony Romo Ribs in this game.  Winner - Lions.

Cleveland @ Kansas City - This will be a good defensive game.  I feel sorry for Jason Campbell that he faces this Chiefs defense in his first game in a while.  Winner - Chiefs.

Miami @ New England - Can we actually feel sorry for the man that has it all, Tom Brady?  He is playing about as good as he has over the past years, but he is throwing the ball to some scrubs.  Yes, Gronk is back for game 2 and there are some other familiar guys coming back for Brady so this ought to provide him with a reason to have a good game.  Winner - Patriots.

Buffalo @ New Orleans - Bills don't have enough offense to keep up with the Saints in the dome.  Winner - Saints.

New York Giants @ Philadelphia - Hmmm,..someone has to win, right?  When was the last tie in the NFL?  I gotta flip a coin on this one.  I do hope that the scoreboard is lit up though.  Winner - Giants

San Francisco @ Jacksonville (London) - Is there even a chance the Jags get close in this game?  Winner - 49ers.

New York Jets @ Cincinnati - C'mon Bengals,...c'mon.  Winner - Bengals.

Pittsburgh @ Oakland - Two bad teams.  I know that these fans remember their golden years, but we're far from that.  Winner - Steelers

Washington @ Denver - High ankle sprain.  That might end up being the one thing that changes not only this game, but the AFC.  There is talk that Manning will be getting injections on his injured ankles and the Redskins are coming to town.  Give me the upset in this one.  Winner - Redskins

Atlanta @ Arizona - Gotta have the Falcons show up in this game.  Maybe the return of Stephen Jackson helps.  Winner - Falcons

Green Bay @ Minnesota - Until the Vikings get a starting QB that can stay on the field, this isn't even close.  Winner - Packers

Seattle @ St. Louis - I expect the Seahawks to feast on whomever the Rams roll out there for their QB.  Winner - Seahawks

Who you wit?!?!?!?!?

Thursday, October 17, 2013

2013-14 NFL Week 7 Picks

Quick turnaround again this week. 

Seattle @ Arizona - Things have been quiet this week from the normally boisterous Seahawks, but I still expect them to win a good game this week. R. Wilson needs to throw the ball this week. Winner - Seahawks

Tampa Bay @ Atlanta - I am pulling against my Bucs, but I blame Schiano for this. The Falcons should bounce back in this game  they have to show people that they have some heart. Atleast a little. Winner - Falcons

Cincinnati @ Detroit - Two pretty evenly manned teams and both with good defenses. Megatron plays so that should help the Lions and I'm still waiting for a great performance from Andy Dalton. Winner - Bengals

Buffalo @ Miami - Whichever team gets to 20 first wins this game. Winner - Dolphins

New England @ New York Jets - The return of the Gronk. He's been practicing a lot so expect a lot of plays for him in this game. Wonder how many he catches. Finally the Jets win a shoot out. Winner - Jets

Dallas @ Philadelphia - Should be a good game and I can't see the Eagles losing this one at home. Foles should play well and I think the Eagles defense finally plays a solid game. Winner - Eagles

Chicago @ Washington - The Bears get to take this evolving offense on the road, but hopefully they pack up their D too. RGIII looked good running the ball last week and he will probably look better this game. Should be another shootout. Winner - Redskins

St. Louis @ Carolina - After last week the Panthers looked to have turned the corner, so the question begs, which Cam newton shows up this weekend?  Winner - Panthers

San Diego @ Jacksonville - Yes, I'm getting on the upset bandwagon here. After seeing the Jaguars slow down the Broncos last week, I think they have a great opportunity to win this game this week. Winner - Jaguars

San Francisco @ Tennessee - Titans should give the 49ers some problems but should be a a good win. Winner - 49ers

Cleveland @ Green Bay - Rodgers is going to be throwing the ball to some people he's probably not used to playing with, but it's going to be tougher if they can't get that run game going. I don't want to write that the Browns will win this game in Green Bat,...I just can't. Winner - Packers

Houston @ Kansas City - 3rd string QB starting for the Texans against that Chiefs defense. Yeah, right. Winner - Chiefs

Baltimore @ Pittsburgh - Normally a good game but with the Steelers this bad, not so much. Winner - Ravens 

Denver @ Indianapolis - Game of the week. Peyton returns to Indy to face the new face of the Colts. Broncos were kept in check last week. Look for the scoreboard to be lot up. Winner - Broncos

Minnesota @ New York Giants - How many people are actually going to watch this game?  Not even sure Giants fans will watch to see the Giants get their first win. Yes, I said get their first win. Winner - Giants


Who you wit?!????

Monday, October 14, 2013

The Tally from NFL Week 1 - Week 5 Picks

Well, we always like to keep a count of how we did each week, but time hasn't been permitting me that opportunity.  After going back and looking at everything, maybe it was best that I didn't look at the numbers of W's and L's with my picks.  If you followed them and bet any money, you're probably in the unemployment line by now. 

Week 1: 8-8

Not bad for starting out.  Lots of teams and lots of unknowns on the first weekend of the season.  Trends aren't setting in yet. 

Week 2: 9-7

Hmmmm,...one game better, but it's always nice to jump ahead of the mendoza line.  Let's see if we can make another incremental step forward next week. 

Week 3: 6-10

What in the he77 is going on out there?  I think my kids could have picked better than 6-10 by just picking their favorite colors.  Daddy has definitely got to put them down and start paying attention to what's important (couldn't find the sarcasm font). 

Week 4: 6-9

Well, there was 1 fewer game so at least I bested my Week 3 picks die to just good luck.  Maybe it's time to let this idea of being a handicapper go.

Week 5: 9-5

Whew,....just when you think it's darkest outside, the light peeks through.  9-5 is good, but not helping me catch any ground.  But positive is positive, right? 

So for the first 5 weeks, that puts me at a solid 38-39.  Week 6,...please be a positive week.  I need you to be a positive week. 

I normally test myself against the ESPN.com pundits so my 38-39 mark puts me squarely in last place,...by far.  Send help.

Thursday, October 10, 2013

2013-14 NFL Week 6 Picks

New York Giants @ Chicago - Bears can't lose this game to an 0-5 team. That is just not acceptable. Winner - Bears.

Cincinnati @ Buffalo - The Bengals were supposed to be an up and rising team since beating the Packers a few weeks ago, but they've looked terrible since.  This should be a good win for them.  Winner - Bengals.

Detroit @ Cleveland - I would normally go with Detroit but that defense is only going to carry them so far.  Megatron is a game time decision and if he doesn't play, that Browns defense is going to be a monster.  Winner - Browns.

Oakland @ Kansas City - Hmmmm,...release Matt Flynn in the during the week and you bring in the hated Chiefs.  Can Pryor lead his team to a win against this tough Chiefs defense?  Not putting money on this one.  Winner - Chiefs.

Carolina @ Minnesota - Cam Newton has been playing terribly this year after tearing up the league at the beginning of last year.  Now he faces a tough Vikings defense at home and it's not looking good for him.  I wonder who starts for the Vikings this week at QB.  Winner - Vikings

Pittsburgh @ New York Jets - The Steelers need a win and they had the week off.  They have to regroup and do something.  Something. Winner - Steelers.

Philadelphia @ Tampa Bay - I am all for controversy in Philly, so I'll take the Eagles in this one with a good/great performance from Foles.  Oh, and did I mention that I want Chip Kelly to put a 50 spot on Schiano?  Winner - Eagles.

Green Bay @ Baltimore - This ought to be a good one as the Packers go to Maryland.  The Ravens haven't given up a TD at home all season?  Can high powered offense  beat a solid defense?  Winner - Ravens.

St. Louis @ Houston - I'm sure this is the last thing that Matt Schaub wants, a game at home.  If he comes out and plays bad, I think someone might run on the field and try and take him out (not a Rams defensive player either).  This is a winnable game for both teams, but I gotta think that Schaub stands up and plays well in this one.  Winner - Texans.

Jacksonville @ Denver - We all just want to know if the Jaguars will cover the spread, that would be a win for them.  Winner - Broncos.

Tennessee @ Seattle - The Seahawks have an opportunity to get some home cooking instead of traveling across the country and that's all this defense needs.  Winner - Seahawks.

Arizona @ San Francisco - Big game for the 49ers because they are trying to catch the Seahawks and this is a NFC West battle.  I don't think the Cardinals have enough, but you just never know.  Winner - 49ers.

New Orleans @ New England - Can this Saints offense keep up their scoring?  The Patriots don't look to have Gronk again this week so they will be undermanned.  Winner - Saints.

Washington @ Dallas - A good Sunday night game and the Cowboys are coming off an epic game against the Broncos.  Can they repeat the offensive success of their last game, minus the late INT? Are the Redskins finally ready to play this season?  Their bye last week was probably a good thing for RGIII as his preseason is over and his season 'starts' tonight.  Winner - Redskins.

Indianapolis @ San Diego - This is a tough Colts team that's built like those old NFC East teams of years ago.  They run the ball, they pass when needed, but they are solid all the way around.  The Colts are actually a 'tough' team that will hit you in the mouth.  I like their chances going out to San Diego.  Plus, Rivers is going to pull a Romo for the Chargers, trust me.  Winner - Colts.

Who you wit?!!?!?

Thursday, October 03, 2013

2013-14 NFL Week 5 Picks

Quick turn around this week. Lets see what we got.

Buffalo @ Cleveland - The Browns have made all of us look silly by winning their last two since trading Richardson. Can they get 3 in a row?  The Browns have been playing some good tough defense and I expect much of the same.  Winner -  Browns 

New Orleans @ Chicago - After last weeks debacle in Detroit, I'm hoping that Cutler spent all week getting comfortable with the color of the Bears jerseys this week.  He can't have a 4 turnover performance and expect this team to win.  This could be an upset in the rain on a field with thick grass,...but I gotta get these picks right. Winner - Saints.

New England @ Cincinnati - This should be a good game.  We get to see what changes the Patriots will make without Vince Wilfork being in the mix.  Still no Gronk, but somehow Brady makes this happen.  Can the Bengals continue to mask Andy Dalton's up and down play at QB? Winner - Bengals.

Detroit @ Green Bay - This game had a 6.5 point spread earlier in the week and I thought that said more about the lack of respect for the Packers than anything else.  The Packers are coming in off a bye week and they get this talented defensive line.  I think this game plays out similar to the Bears game last week, but the Packers have a better QB.  Winner - Packers.

Kansas City @ Tennessee - Can someone stop this Chiefs team? If so, I doubt it's the Titans.  Winner - Chiefs.

Seattle @ Indianapolis - Last week the Seahawks traveled across the country and didn't start playing until the second half.  They can't do that this weekend.  We'll see how good Luck is against this Seahawks defense.  Winner - Seahawks.

Jacksonville @ St. Louis - Not much to say about this one.  Winner - Rams.

Baltimore @ Miami - I think this becomes a field goal kickers shootout.  Winner - Ravens.

Philadelphia @ New York Giants - Someone has to win, right? Giants need a win, but they've needed a win the last 4 weeks.  I have a scary feeling that tom Coughlin becomes the fall guy if the Giants lose this game.  Winner - Giants.

Carolina @ Arizona - Look for a dominating display from this Carolina defense.  Winner - Panthers.

Denver @ Dallas - I guess we'll find out just how well the scoreboard works in Jerryland.  Cowboys said they were tired of 'talking' about Peyton Manning so we'll see what happens after this game.  Winner - Broncos.

Houston @ San Francisco - If Matt Schaub thought that his treatment after last game was bad, wait until he throws a pick 6 in this game.  Winner - 49ers.

San Diego @ Oakland - Philip Rivers just might continue to show out and lead this Chargers team to a few more wins.  He's always been an interesting kind of guy, but if he continues to play like this, he might change some people's perception of him (including mine).  Winner - Chargers.

New York Jets @ Atlanta - Jets are beat up and they get to go to the dome in the ATL.  Looking for the Falcons to bounce back after last week.  Winner - Falcons.
 
Who you got?!?!?

Thursday, September 26, 2013

2013-14 NFL Week 4 Picks

Getting ready for Week 4 and trying to get these picks in.  Let's see what happens. 

San Francisco @ St. Louis - This is simple, we need a pulse from these 49ers.  They have to show up and play, forget that, win this game.  They are 0-3 and they are struggling.  They've been hit with injuries, but this is a divisional game and they are going to need this W.  I'm picking the team that I'm pulling for in this one.  Winner - 49ers.

Baltimore @ Buffalo - Ravens have bounced back since that Week 1 debacle in Denver and it's the Bills, right?  Winner - Ravens.

Cincinnati @ Cleveland - The Bengals have played well thus far and their defense is actually leading them.  The Browns won the first game of the Hoyer era in Cleveland, so something has got to give.  Winner - Bengals.

Chicago @ Detroit - I have been thinking about this game since Week 2.  I like Detroit's defensive line and their ability to disrupt offenses.  Yes, Suh is there, but that Fairley guy is pretty dayum good in his own right.  But they have some injuries on the edges of that defense and they haven't really stopped a team yet.  The Bears are spreading the ball out and will need to continue to do that, but I think their defense is going to have to make a few stops.  Paging anyone on the Bears D-line, your team needs at least 3 sacks from you this week.  Going with the homer pick.  Winner - Bears.  

New York Giants @ Kansas City - The only questions I have are for the Giants.  Are you going to show up this week?  I mean, your pride should be on the line after the butt whuppin you took last week against the Panthers. Andy Reid is laughing at you, what are you going to do?  Winner - Giants.

Arizona @ Tampa Bay - I should pick the Cardinals just because the Bucs benched their QB and I really don't see why.  Free Josh Freeman!!!!!  Winner - Cardinals.

Indianapolis @ Jacksonville - Do they have to play this game? I mean really, give the Colts another bye week.  I guess they essentially already have.  Winner - Colts.

Seattle @ Houston - The Seahawks have looked good and now they get a chance to test the moxy of Matt Schaub.  I don't think this ends well for the Texans. Like, I think this goes very wrong for them.  Winner - Seahawks.

Pittsburgh @ Minnesota - Are they really trying to create NFL fans in England?  Might want to start with some better matchups.  Winner - Steelers.

New York Jets @ Tennessee - This ought to actually be a good game.  I wonder if Chris Johnson will ever show up.  Winner - Titans.

Washington @ Oakland - We'll have to see who the starting QB will be, but I guess does it really matter.  The Skins defense has played terribly, but they should be able to stop the Raiders, right?  Winner - 
 Redskins.

Philadelphia @ Denver - So Andy Reid comes into the Linc and beats the Eagles and then the Eagles have 10 days to prepare for Denver.  Something about this screams upset if the Eagles offense decides to work this week.  Smart money says Broncos, but I think I'm going out on the limb, butt nekkid in the cold on this one.  Winner - Eagles.

Dallas @ San Diego - This will be interesting.  The Chargers are playing inspired football and they have a Cowboys team visiting them.  Which QB would you trust the most?  Winner - Cowboys

New England @ Atlanta - Everyone is talking about how crippled the Patriots are and yes, they are missing some key parts to their team, but as long as that dude is back there (Tom Brady), they are ok.  Atlanta is a little beat up, but I still give them the edge in this one because of the talent.  Will Gronk play this weekend?  If he does, I expect him to pick right up where he left off.  Winner - Falcons.

Miami @ New Orleans - I hope the scoreboard works in the Mercedes Benz dome because I imagine that the Saints will test it out often.  I just don't think the Dolphins have the firepower to make this a fight.  Winner - Dolphins.

Who you with?!?!?!