Thursday, December 18, 2008

This week in football...Week 16

So this is a pretty intense week even though it is so late in the season. Starting tonight, the Colts play the Jaguars in what should be a pretty good game. At 5-9, the Jaguars will still play the Colts tough as they always do. Since it is a divisional game, and the Jags will be hoping to spoil the Colts playoff hopes, look for a high scoring affair with the Colts coming out on top by maybe less than a touchdown. Colts 23 Jags 17

So long to an era on Saturday in Dallas, with the last game being played at Texas Stadium. Not to fear Cowboy fans, God will be looking into your new stadium with the same architectural mistake as your current stadium. Seriously though, what is up with that? It looks like funding was cut and the cement budget fell through. Jerry you need to keep up with the other Jones' and get a retractable roof...much more state of the art for losing playoff games.

Anyway, the Cowboys will be facing the Ravens who had a heartbreak of a loss last week against the Steelers. Look for the Ravens to come out on top by 10.

SUNDAY, SUNDAY, SUNDAY, some interesting match ups are on the menu with a few divisional foes meeting and wild card potential berths.

The Bengals play the Browns for a battle of who is worse in Ohio which can pretty much be given to the Bengals. Bengals-Shameful Browns-Disappointing Buckeyes are playing the best football in the state right now...and that's not saying too much.

Niners against the Rams which is a must miss in the NFC West. Rams 20 Niners 7

And the big view of the week is...drum roll...Saints-Lions..yeah I said it. Can the Lions really lose 16 straight games or can the Saints take this year's most embarrassing award (The 2007 Ravens will be presenting the award for their loss to the 2007 1-15 Miami Dolphins). Stay tuned for what could be the most hilarious game of the season no matter which way it goes. Saints 17 Lions 9

Potential playoff preview with the Steelers playing in Tennessee. However, the Titans may try to rest their battered line up so don't look for anything too exciting. Steelers 24 Titans 13

The Dolphins against the Chiefs could be interesting seeing as the Dolphins are in the playoff hunt and the Chiefs are hoping for a top 5 draft pick. Dolphins 14 Chiefs 6

Cardinals against the Pats which means more to the Patriots looking forward to shoving it in the NFL's face that they don't need Tom Brady to make the playoffs...no need for the extra 32 touchdowns Brady threw last year (50 to Cassel's 18 currently). Cheering against the Patriots is like cheering against the Yankees...it just feels right. Pats 23 Cards 10

Bucs vs. Chargers is another game with playoff inclinations for one team and it's not the no-bowler Phillip cry me a Rivers' Chargers. The Bucs could very well ruin their chances of a playoff berth though if they take this game lightly. Chargers 14 Bucs 13

Yawn Houston V. Oakland in the least contested battle since you beat Bowser and saved the princess in Super Mario 3.

Bills/Broncos-see previous
Jets-Seahawks-do I even have to say it?

Game of the week: Falcons-Vikings...I am really anticipating this game because I believe the Falcons are one of the more underrated teams in the league this year. Matt Ryan doesn't have great numbers, but he is winning games. 3,000 yards, 62% completion, 14 tds, 9 ints, with a 90 QB rating? I'm sure the Lions would love that kind of production. The Vikings are potentially going to win the division for the first time since seeing Moss-Culpepper. Plus, with all star back Adrian Peterson who has a hybrid of running styles between the agility of Barry to the power of Walter, there is no telling where this team could stop. All they need is a steady QB and they're ready to go. Look for the Falcons to prevail by 6.

Eagles-Redskins is a game in which the Eagles must win. With their backs against the wall, they need to win their last two games of the season to even have a chance at the wild card and that hockey-esque tie isn't looking too shabby now seeing as it could put them ahead of the Cowboys when the final whistle is blown. Redskins try to be the spoiler however. Eagles 17 Redskins 10

Panthers-Giants which is a game that the NFL has been trying to promote but I think the Giants should take this time to help heal their starters. I'm not saying they shouldn't start but if they end up being down 17 in middle of the fourth quarter they should probably let Eli & Co. take an early shower. Panthers 24 Giants 14

MNF sounds like it could be a blast...Green Bay-Chicago...but with Favre holding the con it just loses its impact. I don't care to see Aaron Rodgers get wrecked by Urlacher and the bunch. With nothing to play for the Pack is going down 14-3

There you have it...this week in football. Go watch and come back to talk about it. I'll be here don't you worry.

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