NFL Picks for Week 2

Season Record: 8-8.


BUF vs. GB



While Buffalo has a small chance of winning this game, they showed enough tenacity on defense to potentially ruin Green Bay’s playoff chances. What I mean is that the Bills defense could injury a player like Greg Jennings or Donald Driver for the season with how hard they hit. Either way Packers win.


MIA vs. MIN


In spite of the offensive performance that Miami seemingly sputtered out last Sunday, they still made some good strides and could be a problem for the Vikings. The Vikings should win this game on the strength of their run defense, but their corners will need to step up to shut down Brandon Marshall, or this could be a close one.


KC vs. CLE


Well, Kansas City looked great and Cleveland looked not so good. With Jake Delhomme probably missing the game, I’m going with Kansas City.


CHI vs. DAL


Most people say that the smart money is on Dallas. I agree. Cowboys should win.


ARI vs. ATL


Neither team looked particularly impressive last week. However, of the two, Atlanta at least looked like they had a competent passing game and defense. That combined with a home field advantage gives Atlanta the victory this week.


TB vs. CAR


Earlier in the week, it was decided by the Panthers that Matt Moore was healthy enough to start this game. Even though he is starting, I’m still of the opinion that it won’t be enough for the Panthers to pull out the game. Tampa Bay wins.


PHI vs. DET


Detroit got robbed of a victory last week. Sadly, I believe that that type of loss is the kind that can ruin their season. I need to see how they recover from that in this game, which the Eagles will win.


BAL vs. CIN


While both teams looked less than ready for their opponents last week, they both also showed that their defense and offense (for Baltimore and Cincy respectively), were highly capable. This game will come down to which weaker unit will come through for their team. For this matchup I am going with the Ravens, because they have three good receivers who should be able to work the less than impressive third and fourth corner on the Bengals.


PIT vs. TEN


Pittsburgh had a rough game against Atlanta, but they were still able to pull out the victory. However, against a more prepped Titans defense, I think they’ll be unable to pull through. Titans win.


SEA vs. DEN


Seattle really surprised a lot of people with their success last week. They looked fired up and ready to compete with any team in the league. Fortunately they don’t have to prove that it wasn’t a fluke this week, as they face the Broncos, a team without a rudder. Seahawks win.


STL vs. OAK


While neither team looked good in their first game, Oakland at least has some talent, and could exploded for a big game against the woeful Rams. Raiders win.


HOU vs. WAS


Both teams pulled impressive upsets last week. Houston was able to control the clock and contain Indianapolis’ defense just enough to pull out the win, while Washington’s defense was just plain dominant in their win over Dallas. In this tighter matchup, I expect to see Houston’s offense surpass the strong Washington defense. The Texans win.


NE vs. NYJ


I’m picking New England to win. Why? Mostly because the Jets third corner is a rookie and just won’t be able to contain Wes Welker, who always plays the slot.


JAC vs. SD


Jacksonville looked pretty good during their victory over Denver; however, they were playing Denver. San Diego should win, but they need to look impressive after a poor performance last week.


NYG vs. IND *Game of the Week*


Manning Bowl II should be dominated by the Giants. The Colts rushing defense was pitiful last week and the Giants will take advantage of that.


NO vs. SF


I’d pick the Saints to win even if the 49ers had won last week.