So, for a change, I went 3-1 last week, which is amazing, because I’m usually horrific in the playoffs. Al, on the other hand, went 1-3. Oops. I watched the Vikings-Eagles game with a hard-core Vikings fan, and I was rooting for the Vikings, too, and I have to say, we both just wanted to cover our eyes every time Jackson dropped back. Look, the Vikes have a very solid D and a great running game. All they need is an average quarterback and they’d be fine. TJ isn’t even that. Ugh, but I did get the pick right…
Saturday 4:30
Ravens @ Tennessee(-3)
The pundits are all loving Baltimore here, but the Titans didn’t exactly suck this year, either. I had no idea what to do with this game until I saw this stat: “Underdog is 13-4 ATS in their last 17 meetings.” Yowza. OK, I’ll get on the bandwagon and take the points.
Saturday ~8:15
Cardinals @ Carolina(-10)
I’m watching EPSN right now, and John Clayton said that Boldin will be a game-time decision, but even if he plays, he’ll be limited. That’s doom for a crappy road team against an amazing and well-rested home team.
Sunday 1:00
Eagles @ New Jersey Giants(-4)
They split for the season, the Iggles are hot, the Giants still don’t have Plax… I dunno, I think the Giants will probably win, but this feels like a field goal game to me. I’ll take the points and hope for a nail-biter.
Sunday ~4:15
Chargers @ Pittsburgh(-6)
OK, so I think I’ve picked the Steelers right almost all season long with the Willie Parker rule. I’m sticking with that, though this is just as much about LT being out. I know Sproles was great last week, but Pittsburgh defends the run more than a little bit better than the Colts, methinks. Stillers.
Looks like I’m playing out the string here, but I’ll keep plugging away.
Saturday 4:30
Ravens @ Tennessee(-3)
The last game they played, Tennessee squeaked out a victory by 3. At this point in the season, the Ravens are better. Plus the Titans have a banged up D-Line. I’m going to drink the purple Kool-Aid as well and take the Ravens.
Saturday ~8:15
Cardinals @ Carolina(-10)
10 points is a lot, but look at the Cardinals on the road this year. Awful! But then again, they have been sandbagging lately…I’ll take the 10 points, but the Panthers will likely win.
Sunday 1:00
Eagles @ New Jersey Giants(-4)
I like the Giants to win this. Philly gave their big shot last week. They will lose this one. Good show last week, though. Westbrook is very dangerous. I’ll give the points because Brandon Jacobs is the big difference. If the Giants get a lead, they won’t give it up.
Sunday ~4:15
Chargers @ Pittsburgh(-6)
I’ve been so impressed with the Chargers the last few weeks. They’re playing angry and it seems to suit them. I’ll pick them to make it to the AFC championship game again. Give me those 6 points, please!