September 9TH, 2011 Friday
Friday’s Football Fixx
Packers Begin Title Defense in Style
On offense the champs looked like they were back in Super Bowl form racking up nearly 400 yards of offense and 42 points. While the offense was lighting up the Lambeau skies, NFL fans may have caught a glimpse of a possible chink in the Packers armor.
It’s hard to knock any defense that faces an offense like that of the Saints, but when you allow over 400 yards of offense and over 30 points, you will face some scrutiny. Although the Saints offense had great success, it was a game that the Packer’s controlled much of throughout.
It’s safe to say that Rodgers and company looked in good form on Thursday and there may be some concerns on the defensive side, but one saving grace is they won’t see the Saints (or a team like the Saints) again unless both reach the playoffs. The scoreboard and stat books may say one thing, but you needed only to watch the game to know, the Packer are the real deal and look like a good bet to play in February once again.
MY FOOTBALL PICKS
The Thursday night matchup was everything football fans could hope for and a whole lot more, come Sunday I am expecting more of the same. There are a lot of good matchups remaining in week one to look at, so here are my picks and how I see it…
Steelers-Ravens
This could be Flacco’s time, the addition of Evans will be huge. As long as they don’t shoot themselves in the foot, the Ravens should win their opener at home.
Ravens win.
Falcons-Bears
The Bears are not the monsters they once were on defense and they will be facing a beast of an offense. Normally I don’t like dome teams on the road in the elements, but it’s still September. Matty Ice and Roddy should do a number on Chicago’s secondary.
Falcons win.
Bengals-Browns
One bad team versus a rebuilding one; success starts with the quarterback play. It’s too soon to jump on the Andy Dalton bandwagon and I happen to like the McCoy kid; I think he is real.
Browns win.
Colts-Texans
Without Manning, Colts will have a difficult time mustering up points on the road. The Texans look poised to unseat the Colts, with so many weapons on offense (even without Foster) and no Manning to contend with Texans sail.
Texans win.
Titans-Jaguars
The Jaguars are going to throw their rookie quarterback to the wolves, he better prepare to be eaten. Although CJ2K could be a little rusty from his holdout (we will see), just his presence should help open the pass game and allow the Titans to have success with a balanced attack.
Titans win.
Bills-Chiefs
The Chiefs did not look very good this preseason, seeming to struggle on offense at times, but nothing like playing at home. The Bills struggle against the ground game and will likely see a lot of Jamaal Charles and company; gotta like the Chiefs at home.
Chiefs win.
Eagles-Rams
The Eagles are the dream team, but will be facing some upstarts on Sunday. I do like the Rams to put up a fight, but too many weapons on offense and lots of pressure from the Eagles defense will be the difference here.
Eagles win.
Lions-Buccaneers
It’s hard to deny how good the Lions have looked throughout the preseason and while the Bucs are a good team, the Lions look ready to roar. Stafford and Megatron should have a field day against the Bucs secondary.
Lions win.
Panthers-Cardinals
I am not buying into too much of the hype, but Kolb is a big upgrade for the Cards at the quarterback spot. And we have already seen him clicking with his best weapon, Larry Fitzgerald. Panthers are a rebuilding team and could struggle offensively, it’s the Cards in this one.
Cards win.
Rounding out the rest of my picks…
Chargers over the Vikings under the California sun.
Seahawks will out-duel Niners in less than a shootout.
Redskins run game will be difference in win over Giants.
Jets defense will slow down Cowboys on Sunday night.
Patriots and Brady will be too much for the Phins.
Broncos will have enough defense to slow down Raiders.
Week 1 Injury News and Updates
Redskins tight end Chris Cooley is listed as questionable for Sunday.
It’s hard to knock any defense that faces an offense like that of the Saints, but when you allow over 400 yards of offense and over 30 points, you will face some scrutiny. Although the Saints offense had great success, it was a game that the Packer’s controlled much of throughout.
It’s safe to say that Rodgers and company looked in good form on Thursday and there may be some concerns on the defensive side, but one saving grace is they won’t see the Saints (or a team like the Saints) again unless both reach the playoffs. The scoreboard and stat books may say one thing, but you needed only to watch the game to know, the Packer are the real deal and look like a good bet to play in February once again.
MY FOOTBALL PICKS
The Thursday night matchup was everything football fans could hope for and a whole lot more, come Sunday I am expecting more of the same. There are a lot of good matchups remaining in week one to look at, so here are my picks and how I see it…
Steelers-Ravens
This could be Flacco’s time, the addition of Evans will be huge. As long as they don’t shoot themselves in the foot, the Ravens should win their opener at home.
Ravens win.
Falcons-Bears
The Bears are not the monsters they once were on defense and they will be facing a beast of an offense. Normally I don’t like dome teams on the road in the elements, but it’s still September. Matty Ice and Roddy should do a number on Chicago’s secondary.
Falcons win.
Bengals-Browns
One bad team versus a rebuilding one; success starts with the quarterback play. It’s too soon to jump on the Andy Dalton bandwagon and I happen to like the McCoy kid; I think he is real.
Browns win.
Colts-Texans
Without Manning, Colts will have a difficult time mustering up points on the road. The Texans look poised to unseat the Colts, with so many weapons on offense (even without Foster) and no Manning to contend with Texans sail.
Texans win.
Titans-Jaguars
The Jaguars are going to throw their rookie quarterback to the wolves, he better prepare to be eaten. Although CJ2K could be a little rusty from his holdout (we will see), just his presence should help open the pass game and allow the Titans to have success with a balanced attack.
Titans win.
Bills-Chiefs
The Chiefs did not look very good this preseason, seeming to struggle on offense at times, but nothing like playing at home. The Bills struggle against the ground game and will likely see a lot of Jamaal Charles and company; gotta like the Chiefs at home.
Chiefs win.
Eagles-Rams
The Eagles are the dream team, but will be facing some upstarts on Sunday. I do like the Rams to put up a fight, but too many weapons on offense and lots of pressure from the Eagles defense will be the difference here.
Eagles win.
Lions-Buccaneers
It’s hard to deny how good the Lions have looked throughout the preseason and while the Bucs are a good team, the Lions look ready to roar. Stafford and Megatron should have a field day against the Bucs secondary.
Lions win.
Panthers-Cardinals
I am not buying into too much of the hype, but Kolb is a big upgrade for the Cards at the quarterback spot. And we have already seen him clicking with his best weapon, Larry Fitzgerald. Panthers are a rebuilding team and could struggle offensively, it’s the Cards in this one.
Cards win.
Rounding out the rest of my picks…
Chargers over the Vikings under the California sun.
Seahawks will out-duel Niners in less than a shootout.
Redskins run game will be difference in win over Giants.
Jets defense will slow down Cowboys on Sunday night.
Patriots and Brady will be too much for the Phins.
Broncos will have enough defense to slow down Raiders.
Week 1 Injury News and Updates
Redskins tight end Chris Cooley is listed as questionable for Sunday.
Arian Foster will likely be a gametime decision.
Michael Crabtree is expected to play on Sunday.
Patrick Crayton is listed as doubtful for Sunday.
Steve Breaston is a late addition to injury report, expected to play.
Marques Colston breaks collarbone, expected to miss several weeks.
By David Ortega
By David Ortega
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