NFL Pick Week 11

The game is going on, as we speak, but I don't have NFL Network, so this pick still counts in my mind.

Dolphins at Panthers

The Panthers have shown some life in the past couple of weeks (making me look like a fool), while the Dolphins lost their lead back. Ricky Williams is having a solid year, but I can't see him putting Miami on his back to win this one.

Panthers 20, Dolphins 16.

NFL Picks Week 10

Well, I got one loss already (49ers beat the Bears), so let's hope I can turn this ship around before I hit the iceberg. Give it a try, anyway.

Falcons at Panthers

The Panthers are scary. I mean they CAN win, but the matchup has to be waaaay in their favor. This is not one of those matchups.

Falcons 28, Panthers 13

Buccaneers at Dolphins

The Bucs took 9 weeks to get their first win. Do you think I'd really bet on them to win two in a row? Nope.

Dolphins 30, Bucs 10

Lions at Vikings

Don't even need an explanation.

Vikings 33, Lions 6

Jaguars at Jets

This is rough because the Jags have started to put together some fine games. Still, I can't find much of a reason to think the Jets can't pull this one off at home. Oh right, they are starting a rookie quarterback who has struggled recently.

Jags 21, Jets 14

Bengals at Steelers

Hands down the game of the week for me. This is for AFC North Supremacy, which, in my mind, equates to a spot in the AFC title game. I can't doubt the Steelers at all. They are about as flawless (as a whole) as a team can get. It won't be a cakewalk, but I think the Steelers have all the tools.

Steelers 20, Bengals 17

Saints at Rams

Might as well be marked as "bye" on the Saints schedule.

Saints 40, Rams 10

Bills at Titans

The Titans have found their stride, and Chris Johnson is slowly becoming the 2nd best running back in the NFL.

Titans 23, Bills 17

Broncos at Redskins

The paper bags will be all over FedEx Field for this one. Can you blame them?

Broncos 28, Redskins 16

Chiefs at Raiders

Who do you pick when two miserable teams meet on the same field. You pick the team with a quarterback who isn't mentioned as a "bust".

Chiefs 16, Raiders 7

Seahawks at Cardinals

Kurt Warner shut my mouth. Sorry, Kurt. Hopefully, picking a win will help you forgive me.

Cards 27, Seahawks 10

Cowboys at Packers

I really don't like the Cowboys if you can't tell. The Packers are disappointing, but I have Aaron Rodgers on my fantasy team, so I'm picking solely from the hope in my heart.

Packers 36, Cowboys 20

Eagles at Chargers

McNabb actually has receivers that can come through and he is thriving. The Chargers have no running game with a suddenly elderly LT and no-longer-surprising- Darren Sproles. I don't think the Eagles can put this one away on the road, though.

Chargers 31, Eagles 23

Patriots at Colts

The Manning Machine is welcoming the Patriots into their home turf. These aren't the same Pats that harassed Manning in previous years. I look forward to watching this game in its entirety, but I think it's time to officially put away the Belichick magic dust.......for one week.

Colts 24, Pats 21

Ravens at Browns

Whoever made this schedule choice had some very high expectations before the season.

Ravens 24, Browns 12

It's make or break time for me and my selections.

NFL Week in Review Week 9

Oh my. That was a horrible week for me. Full of upsets and missed predictions. I would like to pretend it never happened, but I put it in writing. Oh well.

Redskins at Falcons---CORRECT

Have to be an idiot to pick the Skins at this point. And I'm not that far gone yet.

Cardinals at Bears----INCORRECT

Kurt Warner went from a six turnover game to a five touchdown game. How was I supposed to see that coming?

Texans at Colts---CORRECT

It was much closer than I thought, but a win is a win in my book.

Dolphins at Patriots---CORRECT

New England isn't the same old team they were at the beginning of the decade, but they are still a safe pick.

Packers at Buccaneers---INCORRECT

I didn't think Tampa Bay was bad enough to lose every game, but I thought everybody's preseason Super Bowl pick would have been able to put this one away.

Chiefs at Jaguars-----CORRECT

Kansas City is always good for an easy win, though.

Ravens at Bengals----INCORRECT

Usually, I don't choose this space to review my own team's game, but I may not be able to post a "Report". In short, this team is in trouble. Serious trouble.

Panthers at Saints---CORRECT

The Saints are on pace to break the NFL single-season scoring record. Pick against them if you want.

Lions at Seahawks----INCORRECT

I don't feel bad about this one. If Seattle lost this one, not one person would be surprised.

Chargers at Giants---INCORRECT

It was an exciting game, but it didn't make me look any smarter.

Titans at 49ers----INCORRECT

This was a case of me over-estimating the 49ers, not under-estimating the Titans.

Cowboys at Eagles----INCORRECT

This game didn't make me a believer of Dallas. But it makes me doubt Philly a little more.

Steelers at Broncos----CORRECT

I am by no means a Steelers fan, but you would be hard pressed to find a more consistently outstanding team outside of New England and Indy. Kind of the forgotten defending Super Bowl champs.


This Week: 6-7
Overall: 72-44

My first losing week. Doesn't feel good. But how about we get Week 10 off to a good start. An early Thursday game is just what I need. Look at this:

Bears at 49ers

Vernon Davis came out and stirred the pot, saying the 49ers would "destroy" Chicago. Not a good choice. Jay Cutler may not have anybody to throw to, but San Fran is still starting Alex Smith, who is ready to implode at any moment.

Bears 23, 49ers 14

NFL Picks Week 9

Good slate of games, so now is the perfect time to try and improve my overall record with my picks. Follow along with me please.

Ravens at Bengals

This game scares me because, at the beginning of the season, I was sure that the teams would split the series. Now, since the Ravens lost their home game against the Bengals, I'm not so sure. Last weeks showing was a good sign for me, though.

Ravens 28, Bengals 23

Dolphins at Patriots

I'm not exactly sure why the Wildcat offense works, but sometimes it's best just not to question. These aren't the Patriots of old. But it's still a warm weather team playing in New England.

Patriots 30, Dolphins 14

Chiefs at Jaguars

Kansas City just isn't good.

Jaguars 20, Chiefs 12

Texans at Colts

This is the "sexy" pick for an upset. I wouldn't be surprised at all, especially since the Texans have a sneaky good offense. I can't bring myself to pick against them right now.

Colts 24, Texans 20

Cardinals at Bears

Chicago hasn't been playing close to the level that is expected of them. Honestly, neither are the Cardinals. After a five-turnover game from Kurt Warner, I can't exactly pick them with confidence.

Bears 20, Cardinals 13

Redskins at Falcons

Don't let the bye week erase your memory, the Redskins are still bad.

Falcons 33, Redskins 12

Packers at Buccaneers

Nothing gets the juices flowing like a game against Tampa Bay.

Packers 34, Bucs 10

Panthers at Saints

I've been trying to abstain from hopping on the Saints bandwagon, but they look unstoppable at times. I'm not stupid enough to pick against them at home either.

Saints 37, Panthers 14

Lions at Seahawks

Seattle has looked like garbage the past few weeks. I need to start picking more upsets, and this one is just too tempting to pass up.

Lions 24, Seahawks 20

Titans at 49ers

Vince Young played mistake-free football last week and the Titans walked away with a victory. I don't think Vince can do it twice in a row, but it was fun while it lasted.

49ers 17, Titans 9

Chargers at Giants

This game was hard to pick due to the relative mediocrity of both teams coming in. The Chargers have gotten off to a very unimpressive 4-3 start, while the Giants went from NFC beasts to the bottom of the barrel. Still, this is a "must win" for New York, meaning a little extra fire under them to perform and keep the media off of their backs. The season would be dead if they didn't walk away with this one.

Giants 17, Chargers 16

Cowboys at Eagles

Three words: Roy. Williams. Saga. If there are ever any locker room problems with Dallas, it shows on the field. A division game on the road was bad timing for this team.

Eagles 28, Cowboys 13

Steelers at Broncos

The Broncos have a chip in their armor after their one loss. And I'm sure Omar Epps...I mean Mike Tomlin will have his guys looking for blood. I think Denver loses two in a row.

Steelers 23, Broncos 17

Sorry about missing the Ravens Report this past week, folks. Just know that everyone on the field got an A. Truly a masterpiece of a game by Baltimore.

NFL Review Week 8

Texans at Bills---CORRECT

I hate Steve Slaton. Period. He's on my fantasy team and fumbled his way out of the game in the first quarter. I couldn't care less how this game played out. Slaton's ineptitude was all that mattered to me.

Bears at Browns----CORRECT

Why did they even play this game? That's a waste of these fans' valuable time.

Seahawks at Cowboys---CORRECT

This game didn't answer any questions. I still wouldn't pick the Cowboys to win against a decent time and it doesn't legitimize Romo's "star" status anymore. It just forces us all to hear more about Dallas, which is never a positive.

Dolphins at Jets---CORRECT

I predicted a close game, and that's exactly what we got. After a disappointing season (and career), Ted Ginn made himself the premier return man in the league in one game.

Colts at 49ers---CORRECT

Peyton Manning, at the moment, is the best quarterback in the league.....

Giants at Eagles---INCORRECT

....while Eli Manning has somehow regressed. Losing three straight is a cause for concern.

Rams at Lions---INCORRECT

Congratulations to St. Louis for winning their first game. Cherish it because it was more than likely the last one of the season.

Raiders at Chargers---CORRECT

Tom Cable being a suspect in about 35 assaults in the past 15 years was probably a bit of a distraction.

Jaguars at Titans----INCORRECT

It's amazing how effective Chris Johnson can be when his quarterback isn't throwing 10 INTs in the game. I think we have seen the last of Kerry Collins.

Vikings at Packers---CORRECT

Nobody beats Brett Favre at Lambeau.

Panthers at Cardinals---INCORRECT

Kurt Warner is really starting to show his age. They say your vision is the first thing to go (they don't). That's the only excuse I can give for turning the ball over 5 times. Those are Jake Delhomme numbers.

Falcons at Saints---CORRECT

The Saints are the most exciting team in football. For the TV ratings sake, I hope they can make it to the Super Bowl this year. A Favre-versus-anybody-Super Bowl would be too much Favre talk for my body to take.

This week (including Ravens): 9-4
Overall: 66-37

Note: I missed one week of picks and have no idea how to calculate that into my totals. Should they all be considered losses? Does anyone trust me to go back and pick the games according to how I would have picked (I think I knew how it would have gone). Please help me. For right now, though, they just don't count.

NFL Picks Week 8

I took a week off last week, in case you didn't notice, but it's safe to say I would have gotten all of my selections correct. That sounds about right. Here is how I see Week 8:

Broncos at Ravens

Undoubtedly, the hardest game of the week to select. Baltimore is at home, but reeling from losing three straight. Both teams are coming off of bye weeks, so each has had an extra week to prepare. But Denver is undefeated, and for good reason. I may be picking with my heart, but I think the Ravens have more to lose, meaning they have the extra motivation.

Ravens 23, Broncos 14

Texans at Bills

After doing NOTHING for the first part of the season, Steve Slaton has stepped up and become a legitimate threat (albeit not as a runner). Matt Schaub to Andre Johnson is too much for many teams to contain.

Texans 28, Bills 9

Browns at Bears

Chicago is definitely going through a "down" year. But not that down...

Bears 21, Browns 10

Seahawks at Cowboys

The Seahawks offensive line is in shambles so Hasselbeck will be scrambling all day. Miles Austin has turned into Jerry Rice over the past two weeks. I don't think he will have a huge day, but just his presence is enough to distract a struggling defense.

Cowboys 26, Sehawks 17

Dolphins at Jets

I was wrong about Chad Henne; he can kinda play. That being said, without Leon Washington and Mark Sanchez showing his youth, the Jets are in serious trouble against a ball control team.

Dolphins 17, Jets 16

49ers at Colts

Peyton Manning at home is unstoppable.

Colts 31, 49ers 14

Giants at Eagles

The Eagles put together one good half against a putrid Redskins team. The Giants have all of the weapons and clearly know how to use them, even though they have forgotten the past two weeks. Three weeks of losing is too much for New York.

Giants 28, Eagles 20

Rams at Lions

Matt Stafford may be returning. That's not the good news. Calvin Johnson is coming back too. 0-16 here we come for St. Louis.

Lions 27, Rams 17

Raiders at Chargers

If the Chargers lose this one, I will personally start the "Fire Norv Turner" website.

Chargers 33, Raiders 7

Jaguars at Titans

Vince Young starts this week and will probably play well enough to keep his job. But not well enough to win the game.

Jags 21, Titans 13

Vikings at Packers

Usually playing at Lambeau is a disadvantage for opposing teams. But when the visiting quarterback has streets in the town named after him, his comfort level will probably be pretty high.

Vikings 24, Packers 21

Panthers at Cardinals

The Panthers just lost to the Bills, so I assume confidence isn't very high in the Carolina locker room. A road game against the defending NFC champs won't make the week move any faster.

Cardinals 26, Panthers 10

Falcons at Saints

The Saints have too many weapons on offense and get too many big plays on defense for Atlanta to have much of a fighter's chance. Especially on the road.

Saints 34, Falcons 13

Let's hope that I haven't lost my touch.

NFL Week in Review Week 6

Well, if you know me personally, then you know why I have disappeared for the past week. Big things have taken up much of my time, but I never forget my fans. Better late than never right? Week 6 HURT me badly.

Texans at Bengals---INCORRECT

I have Steve Slaton on my fantasy team and benched him because he hasn't performed all year. Over 150 yards total and a touchdown later, I hate the Texans and I hate Steve Slaton.

Lions at Packers---CORRECT

But I LOVE the Lions. Not hard to pencil them in for a loss against 95% of the league.

Rams at Jaguars----INCORRECT

This was my upset special, but even I knew it was a stretch. The Rams have talent, but just can't put it together for a full game. Even if the game goes 5 quarters.

Giants at Saints---INCORRECT

The Saints are moving like a runaway train. Sounds like a great formula to win, but when playoff time comes, big offenses don't really do too well. The N.O. defense isn't bad, but they would need to be great if the offense throws up a stinker.

Steelers at Browns--CORRECT

Cleveland never had a chance.

Panthers at Buccaneers---CORRECT

Tampa Bay is in a rebuilding phase, and their record reflects it. Carolina is bad, but they had one win, at least.

Chiefs at Redskins---INCORRECT

Even though I love being right, if it means the Skins lose, I'll gladly take the hit to the ego.

Eagles at Raiders---INCORRECT

I'd like to meet one person who saw the Raiders winning this one. Just one.

Cardinals at Seahawks---CORRECT

They went to the Super Bowl for a reason last season.

Titans at Patriots----CORRECT

59-0.......no words can express how pitiful that was.

Bills at Jets---INCORRECT

Division battles usually turn out to be a toss up. I guess the shine is starting to fade from Mark Sanchez.

Bears at Falcons---CORRECT

Don't sleep on Atlanta. They aren't Super Bowl contenders in my mind, but they can swipe the division easily.

Broncos at Chargers----INCORRECT

I think Josh McDaniels could lose every remaining game this season and still win Coach of the Year.

This Week (including Ravens game): 7-7
Overall: 57-33

Ravens have a bye week, so the Ravens Report will be posted next week and then taking a small hiatus.