Wow, we're getting down to the end of the NFL season, and what a sad, sad time that is. But let's enjoy this weekend's games and the Super Bowl before crying in our beer.....
Last week: 2-2*
Playoffs record: 3-5
*Remember that I only chose the Ravens last week to stay consistent with my preseason Super Bowl pick of Ravens/Packers, but that I thought the Steelers would win. Then again, that's like saying Calvin Johnson didn't score a touchdown to beat the Bears in that first game. Oh wait....
Green Bay at Chicago--It's mind-blowing to think that these teams haven't met in the playoffs in 70 years. SEVENTY. This is going to be a beauty, maybe a lot like the season finale in Green Bay but with colder temps and more hitting. Lots of hitting. There is a serious differential between Aaron Rodgers and Jay Cutler, and between Green Bay's receivers and Chicago's. Other than that, the teams are pretty evenly matched, and most folks talk about Chicago's defense but forget the Packers' unit is pretty amazing too. Packers 17, Bears 14
NY Jets at Pittsburgh--The first game is a defensive undercard to this one. The Jets and Steelers are built on defense first, though both teams have weapons on offense and good quarterbacks. Yes, Mark Sanchez is good.....look what he did these last two games. But then, Big Ben's experience in big games might wind up being the difference here, and the emergence of rookie Antonio Brown gives him an extra weapon. Of course, that doesn't mean either team will score a touchdown. Steelers 9, Jets 6
Friday, January 21, 2011
Friday, January 14, 2011
NFL Picks: Divisional Round Weekend
Last week: 1-3
Playoff record: 1-3
Yikes. Last weekend I picked New Orleans, Indy, Kansas City and Green Bay, and only hit on Green Bay. But really, I know I wasn't the only one to pick New Orleans, and Indy lost to the Jets by one point and because of poor clock management by their coach. It was the KC game that I was way off on, and I realize that was dumb on my part anyway, because my preseason Super Bowl pick was Green Bay/Baltimore. So that's it....i'm sticking with my earlier projections from here on out!
Baltimore at Pittsburgh--Well, what, did you think I was going back on my word? Nevermind that I think in my heart of hearts that the Steelers will win. This pick is merely to tell myself, "Self, "I told you so." Ravens 16, Steelers 13
Green Bay at Atlanta--I realize the Falcons are the 1-seed and they are near impossible to beat at home. But the Packers could easily be 17-0 right now. That, and they bring that vaunted passing attack in to face the 22nd ranked pass defense. Note to Falcons' D--watch the play action, because Greg Jennings will run right past you. Packers 31, Falcons 27
Seattle at Chicago--By all accounts, the Seahawks should not be here, yet for as scared as Bears' fans must be right now, they also have to be more afraid of the Saints. Then again, this Hawks' team is armed and extremely dangerous right now, and they will make Chicago sweat despite frigid temps. Bears 20, Seahawks 17
NY Jets at New England--You know, the Jets were one of two teams to beat New England this season, the other being Cleveland. That is not a misprint. Then, the Patriots embarrassed the Jets 45-3 on Monday Night Football in early December for the so-called Game of the Year. But this one is for a shot at the AFC title, so no way do the Jets lie down like dogs this time. That doesn't mean, however, that they will win. Patriots 27, Jets 20
Playoff record: 1-3
Yikes. Last weekend I picked New Orleans, Indy, Kansas City and Green Bay, and only hit on Green Bay. But really, I know I wasn't the only one to pick New Orleans, and Indy lost to the Jets by one point and because of poor clock management by their coach. It was the KC game that I was way off on, and I realize that was dumb on my part anyway, because my preseason Super Bowl pick was Green Bay/Baltimore. So that's it....i'm sticking with my earlier projections from here on out!
Baltimore at Pittsburgh--Well, what, did you think I was going back on my word? Nevermind that I think in my heart of hearts that the Steelers will win. This pick is merely to tell myself, "Self, "I told you so." Ravens 16, Steelers 13
Green Bay at Atlanta--I realize the Falcons are the 1-seed and they are near impossible to beat at home. But the Packers could easily be 17-0 right now. That, and they bring that vaunted passing attack in to face the 22nd ranked pass defense. Note to Falcons' D--watch the play action, because Greg Jennings will run right past you. Packers 31, Falcons 27
Seattle at Chicago--By all accounts, the Seahawks should not be here, yet for as scared as Bears' fans must be right now, they also have to be more afraid of the Saints. Then again, this Hawks' team is armed and extremely dangerous right now, and they will make Chicago sweat despite frigid temps. Bears 20, Seahawks 17
NY Jets at New England--You know, the Jets were one of two teams to beat New England this season, the other being Cleveland. That is not a misprint. Then, the Patriots embarrassed the Jets 45-3 on Monday Night Football in early December for the so-called Game of the Year. But this one is for a shot at the AFC title, so no way do the Jets lie down like dogs this time. That doesn't mean, however, that they will win. Patriots 27, Jets 20
Friday, January 7, 2011
NFL Picks: Wildcard Weekend
Last Week: 9-7
Season Record: 151-105
Well folks, it's been an interesting season to say the least. Lots of wacky outcomes and even some wacky playoff scenarios. Now let's hope there is football in 2011. Meanwhile, we have some playoff games to play, so let's go.....
New Orleans at Seattle--Hey, stranger things have happened. But seriously, this is a bad dream, right? Saints 38, Seahawks 17
NY Jets at Indianapolis--The Jets have all this swagger and their coach is a big reason why. But the Colts have been good for a long time and they won't lose to the Jets this time around. Colts 23, Jets 16
Baltimore at Kansas City--I picked the Ravens to go to the Super Bowl before the season started, but I see a few too many holes now, and I really like this young Chiefs' team. Chiefs 27, Ravens 24
Green Bay at Philadelphia--Michael Vick vs. Aaron Rodgers. Or, should we say, those two guys against the other teams' defense. I picked the Packers to go to the Super Bowl and this is one I'm not backing down on. Packers 30, Eagles 28
Season Record: 151-105
Well folks, it's been an interesting season to say the least. Lots of wacky outcomes and even some wacky playoff scenarios. Now let's hope there is football in 2011. Meanwhile, we have some playoff games to play, so let's go.....
New Orleans at Seattle--Hey, stranger things have happened. But seriously, this is a bad dream, right? Saints 38, Seahawks 17
NY Jets at Indianapolis--The Jets have all this swagger and their coach is a big reason why. But the Colts have been good for a long time and they won't lose to the Jets this time around. Colts 23, Jets 16
Baltimore at Kansas City--I picked the Ravens to go to the Super Bowl before the season started, but I see a few too many holes now, and I really like this young Chiefs' team. Chiefs 27, Ravens 24
Green Bay at Philadelphia--Michael Vick vs. Aaron Rodgers. Or, should we say, those two guys against the other teams' defense. I picked the Packers to go to the Super Bowl and this is one I'm not backing down on. Packers 30, Eagles 28
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