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.
How much more longer do we have to talk or hear about Terrell Owens? I've had just about enough. Yes, there's a ruling on Friday on his future, but I'm tuckered out by this T.O. coverage. With this being the big news of the week, but I'm gonna pass. I'm just getting right into the picks.
Tampa Bay at Atlanta - L
Enough with questioning the ruling already. Nine-point-eight times out of ten, fullback Mike Alstott will score from a yard out. The bigger question is whether quarterback Chris Simms can play consistently from here on out. If Atlanta's Michael Vick can connect on over 60 percent of his passes for two weeks in a row, then it's possible. Simms' efforts won't be enough to propel the Bucs past the Falcons.
Carolina at Chicago - L
Unfortunately for the Bears, 'Lina is a running team. Otherwise, the strong winds would be like a needed 13th man for the team. By grounding out tough yards, it's a breeze for the Panthers.
Indianapolis at Cincinnati - W
It's an unwritten rule for players to not discuss potentially breaking records because it jinxes the team. So what is Indy defensive end Dwight Freeney doing saying he and his teammates are thinking of going undefeated? Because Freeney can't keep his mouth shut, the Colts will lose, just not this week to the Bengals.
Miami at Cleveland - L
The Dolphins coaching staff is being scrutinized for their final four offensive plays, three incomplete passes and one completed swing pass for a loss. Hey, at least they didn't try to run a toss from 10 yards out on fourth down like team Goliath from the Under Armor commercial. Play calling will improve as the Dolphins slide past the Browns.
Detroit at Dallas - W
What was so unbelievable about the game-winning interception for a touchdown wasn't that the pass was thrown directly to safety Roy Williams. It was the fact that Williams caught it. A great hitter, Williams is nicknamed Roberto Duran since both are known to have hands of stone. Williams will stick to what he does best for the Cowboys as they rock the Lions.
New Orleans at New England - W
For the first and second time this season, N.E. had stops in the redzone. Until the past Sunday, all opponents who got inside the 20 came away with points. So if N'Orleans' can consistently get that close on ever drive they should win. But consistency has been their biggest problem. The Saints will find a way to fumble away a upset over the Patriots.
Philadelphia at New York Giants - W
The only hit on special teams the Giants made was knocking over Minnesota head coach Mike Tice on the sideline. To pull that off, a player was blocked into the coach, so New York couldn't even do that right. If they kick or punt the ball out of bounds on every opportunity, the Giants will come away with a win.
Arizona at St. Louis - L
Rams wide out Torry Holt came back from injury and looked it. A would-be touchdown went off his hands in the endzone and earlier he failed to track a pass intended for him that landed by his feet. He needs to brush the rust off around his eyes and Holt will be fine. His game will be on again as the Cardinals can't see the Rams.
Jacksonville at Tennessee - W
The Jaguars will only share the record for consecutive games of scoring less than 30 points, which is 58 straight games. The offense can't take all the credit, as a late defensive TD got the Jags the last seven points needed to break the streak. So on a technicality, the streak may continue, though the Jaguars offense have a good chance of putting up 30-plus against the Titans.
Oakland at Washington - L
You know you got problems when Raiders WR Randy Moss says the team wouldn't want to bring you in as a player. His argument was the team wouldn't want to deal with two potentially controversial players. Moss must have something up his sleeve coming up. It will be no illusion when the Redskins trick the Raiders.
Seattle at San Francisco - W
You can't fault San Fran's Cody Pickett for his 1-13 passing performance. Receiver Brandon Lloyd had gator arms and dropped at least two should-be receptions. Ken Dorsey starts this Sunday, and his strategy is to avoid Lloyd. Dorsey and the 49ers might be productive, but can't keep up with the Seahawks.
Pittsburgh at Baltimore - W
Ben Roethlisberger won't be under center for the Steelers for the third week in a row. Tommy "the wind took it" Maddox will be Pittsburgh's quarterback. If wind gusts are over 10 miles per hour, Maddox will blow it for the Steelers as the Ravens get the Upset of the Week.
New York Jets at Denver - W
It's a serious insult for the Jets offense, being accused of quitting by an opposing player. A Herman Edwards-coached team wouldn't quit on either side of the ball. But maybe they're planning their vacation early so they're distracted. Expect the Broncos to take New York on a trip to Defeat-ville.
Buffalo at San Diego - W
How was that for a bend but don't break game by the Bills defense? They gave up 150 yards on the ground but held Kansas City to just three points. If S.D.'s LaDanian Tomlinson gains that many yards, guarantee you he scores at least twice. Being gracious on the ground for a second week in a row proves fatal for Buffalo as the Chargers run wild.
Kansas City at Houston - W
There's talk about K.C. head coach Dick Vermeil not returning next year after his contract expires. Vermeil said he'll wait until the end of the year before making a decision. I think Vermeil will be back because he didn't cry during the press conference, signaling an anticipated tearful good-bye. It will be a return to Chiefs football as they stomp the Texans.
Minnesota at Green Bay - Monday Night - L
What stinks worse, the paring of these two teams or the limburger cheeseheads worn by the Guiness scientists outside of a football stadium? Tight call. What won't be tight is the final score as the Packers smell like roses after disposing of the Vikings.
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