The Zoot Perspective: Left Fielder missed last week, which only means this week is all the more important. After this week, we will be at the half-way mark, and we will know where most teams stand heading into the playoff push. That being said...HERE WE GO!
Chargers at Broncos
This might be the epic battle of the season to this point. The Broncos and Chargers have positioned themselves as the cream of the AFC crop. That being said, the Broncos are riding too high, and the Chargers are too banged up to steal a win in Denver tonight. Bottom line: Denver will win a fun one.
Lions at Falcons
The Lions are the best team receiving no attention this year. I don’t necessarily believe they are a strong threat in the playoffs, but they are making a push to be there. The Falcons, meanwhile, are just straight-up bad.
Seahawks at Panthers
Seattle is coming off a bad loss in St. Louis, while the Panthers were embarrassed by the Packers. The Seahawks are the team more likely to come out angry, though, and they will manhandle Carolina. This is their big opportunity to keep doubters at bay.
Ravens at Bengals
This was the first matchup of the season, and it looked like the Bengals were crusing. Now, though, the Bengals are falling like a stone, and the Ravens are putting their offense together. I’m picking the Ravens, but the winner of this game wins the AFC North either way.
Dolphins at Jaguars
I really wanted to pick the Jaguars. The Dolphins just aren’t that good, and the Jaguars finally got into the win column. At the same time, though, the Fins are coming off a win on the road, and the Jaguars...well, they’re still the Jaguars.
Rams at Chiefs
Both teams knocked off legitimate title contenders last week, and both are trying to put a season together to prove they shouldn’t be forgotten. I like what Austin Davis is doing, and the Chiefs have been all over the place. This is my upset of the week.
Bears at Patriots
This would be an awesome week to pick the Bears. Teams that come off locker room friction often come out with chips on their shoulders, ready to produce. That being said, the Patriots are coming off a few weeks in a row of similar fight. I also can’t trust Jay Cutler. Ever.
Bills at Jets
Everyone was surprised (well, ok, I was surprised) this past week when the Jets played a competitive game against New England. The BIlls have also surprised, as there is no reason Kyle Orton should be leading this team. I have to go with the Big Man and his creative defense.
Vikings at Buccaneers
This is the “Who Cares” game of the week. I’m going with the Vikings, only because I want to see Teddy win one. Funny how, at the beginning of the year, I thought Tampa Bay would be competitive...
Texans at Titans
The Texans were slapped in the face at the end of the second half, and still were able to pull within a touchdown. This team is decidedly meh, while the Titans are so desperate they’re willing to turn things over to a third round rookie.
Eagles at Cardinals
Fly, birds, fly! Two one-loss teams are ready to square off. This is really anyone’s guess, but I would say the Eagles are more likely to get their goose cooked.
Raiders at Browns
Again, I was itching to pick the Raiders here. Nobody wants to see a winless team, and the Browns looked flat last week. That being said, if Brian Hoyer wants to prove he’s the guy in Cleveland, this is the time to do it.
Colts at Steelers
I’m in love with the Colts. They do such a good job at doing what they do, and they seem to overcome not being what they aren’t (was that English?) The Steelers aren’t even the same team quarter to quarter, let alone game to game, and they are ripe for the picking for a team that is on tear.
Packers at Saints
What happened in NOLA? Everyone loves Drew Brees, but he just hasn’t been able to right the ship. I think we can safely say that this team isn’t just hitting a bump in the road. The Packers, meanwhile, are prepped for an upset, I think, but this isn’t going to be the week.
Redskins at Cowboys
The Cowboys might be the first team in a long time that is equal parts really good and really overrated. With one win against Seattle, everyone wanted to give them the Lombardi trophy early. I don’t think that’s the case. But they’re lucky enough to get the Redskins, who have a whole bucket of trouble.
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