Hard to believe that a almost quarter of the NFL season is in the books. FIrst and foremost, the minions here at DSS would like to congratulate the master of this domain, Vik, on finally tying the knot. He'll be back in the states posting non-sensical Derrick Rose interviews in no time. Vik has been bragging about making a killing in the NFL thus far, so hopefully he'll be back next week with his picks. Nevertheless he is still the leader in the clubhouse so far. I had a bad week going 2-3. The 3 losses weren't even close either. But I did manage to correctly predict the 2 AFC North games, so at least I understand my home turf.
A lot of intriguing games this week headlined by Favre playing against the Pack on Monday night. Whatever the word is for the opposite of headline (toeline? uhhhh) well thats what the Redskins v. Buccaneers is this week. There is no amount of money you could pay me to watch that game in its entirety. Unlike last week, I see about 3 or 4 games that seem like mortal locks. Let's see if we can right the ship this week and get some 5-0 weeks. Onto the picks...
Suman (8-7)
Giants -9
My man Peter King highlighted it in his picks this week on Sports Illustrated that basically this should be a 9 point spread for the first quarter. I understand that this is the Giants 3rd straight road game, and that going on the road that much is definitely trying. I don't care. This spread could be -20 and I'd probably take it. This Chiefs team has experienced some injuries, but outside of the Browns I don't think anybody has looked worse to open the season. With D-Bowe out of the lineup they have absolutely nothing that scares you. He might be back, but nevertheless I will take the buzzsaw and hope they keep it going.
Colts -10.5
This is under the assumption that Seneca Wallace will be starting for the Seahawks. Him against Peyton? Please. I'll take the other Manning brother to keep that Colts offense humming in another blowout. Mount Union's finest, Pierre Garcon, has really elevated his game. Honestly, he might be a more dangerous threat than Anthony Gonzalez. Reggie Wayne is playing All-Pro ball right now. Did you see those 2 one handed catches??? If Gonzo and Bob Sanders come back healthy this team might be odds on favorite for the Super Bowl. Meanwhile, I just don't see enough firepower from the Seahawks to make this a game.
49ers -9.5
I hate taking another game with huge points, but I have to. Glen Coffee looked explosive the times I saw him play in the preseason so I think he'll fill in admirally for Gore. Ladies and gentleman, I introduce you to Shaun Hill! Folks might not being recognizing, but this guy is like 10-3 or something crazy as a starter. Just plug in your cliches about how he is making such good decisions here. But he really is. You have to love the way Mike Singletary has turned this club from one of the softest teams in the league to the new bullies on the block. They are defintely overachieving right now compared to the talent they have on the squad, but its not a fluke. I love it. If only this idiot Crabtree was out there...On another note I believe Kyle Boller is starting for the Rams.
Broncos +3
This is probably the one team from my preseason preview that I'm most mad about. I definitely pegged them in the wrong spot. Say what you want about their easy schedule and their lucky win against the Bengals, but they defintely are fighting for their new coach. That defense has looked great, and Kyle Orton is doing what he did in Chicago. Nothing great, but nothing bad either. Sorry, but I don't know why Vegas is disrespecting them that much by making them home dawgs to the 'Boys. Dallas hasn't looked THAT great. I say Buckhalter and Moreno run wild, and the Broncos win at home.
Vikings -3
Had to do this to piss of Packer Nation. I think Favre delivers. Too much riding on it. The Packers, darlings of the NFL preseason, have been lackluster. They haven't been terrible, but you can tell they are having issues on their O-line. This isn't the team to try to right the ship against. I love A-Pete in this spot as it seems like he always busts a long one (pause) in national tv games. The only thing to worry about is a letdown after that emotional win last week. To be honest, the Vikings won a game they shouldn't have. They played 2 cupcakes to open the season, faced a tough team in week 3 that hit them in the chin, took the punch and hit back. Thats what good teams do.
IP (5-4-1)
San Diego +6.5
My beloved Chargers are going East to play the vaunted steel curtain. The Steelers are on a losing streak and will be on their game this weekend. However, Philip rivers and the Chargers will be too much for them this weekend. The Steelers are having issues running the ball and will not be able to win let alone cover with Big Ben throwing it over 30 times. I like the Chargers to win this game outright on the road. YEAH I SAID IT!
Dallas -3
The Tony Romo show is going into Denver to play the undefeated Broncos. This is a game where we will see if Denver is for real or a product of a cupcake schedule (sans Cincy). I like the fact that Dallas is looking to run the ball all over other teams and control time of possession. The defense is finally turning the pressure up with the pass rush. Look for Dallas to go into Mile High and win this one by 10.
Jets +7
J-E-T-S JETS JETS JETS!!!! People probably thinkig I am crazy here betting against Drew Cool Brees, but the Jets defense is fierce. They did a magnificent job of disrupting Brady and the Pats a couple of weeks ago and look for the same to happen here. The Jets D will force Brees into quick reads and will collapse the pocket. Plus mark Sanchez is the real deal and against a suspect defense I really like the Jets keeping this one close and maybe even stealing one at the Superdome.
Giants -9
Giants vs. the Chefs….enough said. Let’s hope the Giants are merciful like they were last week against the Bucs. WAXING!!!!!!!!!
Bengals -6
The interstate game between the Browns and the hard Knock Bungals should be a good one. The Browns have looked terrible the first 3 weeks and made the move to the gun slinging Derrick Anderson. I think they will move the ball a little bit and have some shots downfield. However, DA is turnover prone and will cost his team with his brash decision making. Look for my boys Palmer and C-Ben to dominate the offensive side of the ball. I got the Bengals by 10 in this one.
Vik (4-1)
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