These are the picks for the 2005 season. Bold represents the team selected to win. Games in red represent the Upset of the Week. At the bottom, The weekly and overall records for the season appear at the bottom. These picks are based purely on winners and losers with no consideration from the spread. The spread is only used to determine upsets for the Upset of the Week.
I don't wanna talk about it. He was suspended for four games, he apologized, and the head coach decided not to bring him back for the rest of the season. What's more to say about the Terrell Owens saga?
What's next, that's what. Truth is, Owens could continue to be a bad teammate and still have a suitor for 2006. Granted, some teams already said they want no part of Owens and his baggage. On the flip side, T.O. won't play for anybody. If Philadelphia releases him, Terrell will be able to choose who to play for. He'll play catch only with a premiere QB throwing the ball to him.
With that being said, let's go through his possible new teams with why Owens will and won't fit with them.
Green Bay: If Owens thinks quarterback Brett Favre could carry any team, then go join him. But that would all depend if Favre comes back for another year.
New York Giants: New York's offense is already potent with receiver Plaxico Burress, tight end Jeremy Shockey, and running back Tiki Barber. One problem: Disciplinarian head coach Tom Coughlin. There would be no chance Owens would get along with him.
Minnesota: Maybe if this was the beginning of the 2005 season. Now with quarterback Daunte Culpepper's future with the team in question and the whole Lust Boats controversy, owner Zygi Wilf won't want a controversial figure in his locker room.
Indianapolis: A void could open if Reggie Wayne leaves for richer free agency waters. But head coach Tony Dungy doesn't go shopping for free agents.
Atlanta: T.O. has a house in Hot-lanta so he wouldn't have to move. He did also speak highly of quarterback Michael Vick so initially it sounds good. Until Owens doesn't get enough passes because the Falcons don't throw enough and Vick's inaccuracy would surely change Owens' mind.
New England: The Patriots are yet to find a big receiver to compliment the 5-9 Deion Branch and 5-10 Troy Brown. If David Givens leaves as a free agent, there's a spot for Owens. This would happen if T.O. meant turn over. The Pats' D forces few of those and needs playmakers more urgently on the defensive side than offensive.
Pittsburgh: Terrell could be the part that gets the Steelers to the Super Bowl and win it. Owens with wide out Hines Ward would be a devastating combo. But seeing how long it took for Pittsburgh to give Ward a new deal might turn off T.O.
Cincinnati: Would there be enough balls to satisfy this offense if Owens joined in? I'm sure they'd find a way. What there won't be enough of are microphones, as Owens and wide out Chad Johnson wrestle for air time and attention.
I'm getting no attention for a solid 9-5 week. I can live with flying under the radar as long as I keep up the pace.
Kansas City at Buffalo - L
For the second consecutive year, Chiefs running back Priest Holmes won't finish the season, leaving the job to Larry Johnson. Should K.C. be concerned? Johnson averaged almost 100 yards a game in the six starts that ended last season, and arguably, Johnson is better now. Johnson and the Chiefs don't lose a step as they run wild against the Bills.
San Francisco at Chicago - W
And who says depth isn't important? Chicago has played the season with a second string QB. San Fran isn't impressed. Cody Pickett is the team's fourth and are on pace to double that. The Bears might force the Niners to their fifth QB before the game is over.
Arizona at Detroit - L
Quarterback Joey Harrington will get yet another chance to direct the Lions offense. He'll have very specific instructions. "Just don't screw it up" won't be enough direction, as he screws it up more often than not. Harrington ruins a possible win as the Lions fall to the Cardinals in the Upset of the Week.
Houston at Indianapolis - W
This talk about Indy going undefeated is way too premature. They're only halfway through their season. If Indianapolis keeps their pace, the last few games will be played by second and third stringers and they'll give a game or a few away. The Texans wish they could reschedule this game. For now, Houston will be on the wrong end of a Colts whippin'.
Baltimore at Jacksonville - W
Kyle Boller will be back under center in hopes of giving the Ravens offense a boost. As for Jacksonville, they scored less than 30 for 58 consecutive games. This will be like street ball by ones: First to eleven wins. Game goes to the Jaguars.
New England at Miami - W
N.E. quarterback Tom Brady hates losing. His frustration was obvious during the Monday night loss. He threw a water bottle as if possessed by Texas Tech basketball coach Bob Knight. Brady's words don't inspire. Out of fear he'd turn his wrath on his teammates, the Patriots rise to the occasion.
Minnesota at New York Giants - L
Brad Johnson is the latest vintage quarterback to come back with a win. But the trend this year is those selected to start faired better than those forced into duty. If the pattern continues, Johnson's season goes downhill from here. A loss to the Giants gets the ball rolling.
Washington at Tampa Bay - L
Wins are hard enough to come by for the Buccaneers, but when Kenyatta Walker false starts on three consecutive plays, that's sabotaging almost any chance. T.B. will make their share of mistakes as the Redskins don't fall for a trap.
New York Jets at Carolina - W
Two 'Lina cheerleaders were arrested for having sex in a bar bathroom. For their actions, they were kicked off the squad. If the Carolina organization was smart, they'd use them for an adults only post-game show for fans. As for the Panthers, they make out on top against the Jets.
Denver at Oakland - W
Broncos quarterback Jake Plummer has gone the last six games without throwing an interception, possibly finally shedding his reputation for being prone to throwing picks. And the Raiders have two interceptions, least in the league. This doesn't sound good for Oakland. The streak continues for Plummer and the Broncos pick apart the Raiders.
Green Bay at Atlanta - L
Oh, so you think that having your first accurate day as a quarterback makes you above criticism Michael Vick? Do that for the rest of the season, then maybe we'll change our minds. And tearing up the Packers defense doesn't count. The Falcons should be able to sleep through this game.
St. Louis at Seattle - W
Seattle defensive coordinator Ray Rhodes won't be in the coaches box as he tries to put his health first after a second stroke this season. Wise move since the Rams offense can make a healthy D coordinator feel queasy. Rhodes should rest easy, as the Seahawks slow down St. Louis.
Cleveland at Pittsburgh - W
The Browns are a horrible offensive team. They have just three TDs in their last 16 trips into the red zone. Fortunately that percentage won't get worse as the offense won't even get close to the endzone. The Steelers stonewall the Browns.
Dallas at Philadelphia - Monday Night - L
Philly quarterback Donovan McNabb played like he was years younger. He ran for first downs. He spread the ball around. He faked a spike and was sacked for it. Maybe Donovan went a little too far back into his early days. Without the drama, the Eagles being to rise.
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