Bills at Dolphins
I'm not 100% sold on the Bills yet. I mean yes they are good, but I want to know how good. Miami has surprised teams thus far, mostly because of their running game, so I think it is about time the passing game tip the scales. No, don't go rush and start Chad Pennington, rather go with David Martin at Tight End. Should the Phins get in the redzone, Martin can be used in trick plays. It is high risk high reward. You can pick up Martin but the Bills have solid linebackers across the middle.
Rams at Patriots
What team(s) will show up this weekend? Lets be honest last week was a surprise for both teams. With the injury to Rodney Harrison on the Pats, I'd play Torry Holt. Even with Harrison the Pats secondary is weak. The team got lucky with Cutler's finger injury last game. A new coach in Saint Louis may have been just what the doctor ordered. Holt scores At Least 1 time.
Chargers at Saints
This game is overseas so don't expect a high scoring affair. We remember last year's Giants/Dolphins game and how lackluster it seemed. Well, it only takes one score to win and with the way Phillip Rivers has been playing lately, I'd take Vincent Jackson at wide out to have a decent day. The Saints are abysmal on defense. It might not be as boring as last year's game if the Saints defense doesn't show up.
Chiefs at Jets
Oh man, did the Jets miss an opportunity last weekend. Brett Favre said it was the hardest loss he has ever had. It's not every day you get three possessions in overtime and lose. This week I'd focus on Thomas Jones. Last week he had 159 yards on the ground with no score. Its the second coming of Oakland this weekend, in the form of the Chiefs' defense.
Falcons at Eagles
This Eagles team needs a win in a bad way, or maybe they don't the way the Redskins and Cowboys have been playing at times. Regardless, Brian Westbrook will be playing and while he won't be 100%, I'll take him at 80% versus the Falcons. Remember, he isn't just a running back, rather he receives passes too. So if you are considering keeping him on your bench this week, think again and get those points because the Eagles will rely on him heavily to get this win.
Cardinals at Panthers
No One player sticks out in this game. I figure a 30-20 score in one direction or another but it will be one of those sloppy games. If you have to take someone to play, I'd go with Jonathan Stewart. The guy is the feature back in this Panthers offense. The Panthers need a win to keep atop the division, meanwhile Arizona will coast to victory. Go with the team and the player with more drive to win.
Raiders at Ravens
I do not know how the Raiders pulled out that win last week. Now they travel to the East Coast for a touch game at the Ravens. I already mentioned what Thomas Jones did last week, so it makes sense to play Willis McGahee. Some people are worried about injury, but if you waive the Raiders Defense in front of his face, McGahee will be ready to play. Make it happen.
Buccaneers at Cowboys
The Boys got man-handled last week and now Wade Phillips' job is on the line? I'd like to say that Brad Johnson will step up and save the day, but let's be real. Go to the other side of the ball and look at why this Bucs team has been winning. It starts with the quarterback and ends with the wide receiver, Antonio Bryant. There is no reason to think that Bryant won't go off for a big day on Sunday. Take him, but as far as the game goes... I can't predict who wants to step up for the Cowboys for this one.
Redskins at Lions
Oh it is so easy sometimes. Last week I took Calvin Johnson for the Lions, but this week I'm definitely going against the Lions. Jason Campbell will carve up this team, whether it be the long ball or the dump-off passes. The running game will set up the pass nicely and Campbell will reap the benefits.
Bengals at Texans
I almost went with this guy last weekend, but gave you a better option. Now it is time to make sure you get Andre Johnson. The guy has 450 yards receiving his past three games and it culminates with this game this weekend. I don't know if you have him or if you can trade for him, but if you are playing against him, I feel bad for you.
Browns at Jaguars
All the talk this past week has been about Kellen Winslow. Well he isn't playing and you should consider playing Steve Heiden. Who? Yeah, the guy who fills in behind Winslow. If you need help at tight end, take Heiden and enjoy a decent game. The Jaguars are good, but they won't bother to cover Heiden either.
Giants at Steelers
I was at the Giants game last weekend and they looked sad. I don't know if sad is the word, but I guess the reason Mike Nolan got fired was because the 9ers played worse. The Giants' record is not indicitive of their actual play. I can't say anyone on the Steelers will stand out in this hard fought battle, so take Jeff Reed. The Steelers can move the ball, but how effective will they be on their side of the field. Reed will get his chances.
Seahawks at 49ers
So after I just said how poor the 49ers were, I'm going to tell you to play J.T O'Sullivan. Earlier this season, O'Sullivan picked apart the Seahawks in his best game all year. Now the 9ers are back at home with a new coach. I think there is a fire under there. O'Sullivan makes the 9ers forget about last week.
Colts at Titans
This should be an exciting Monday Night game. Can we pause for a second and look at the Titans running game. ...... Thank You. Now please play LenDale White. He is still getting the carries around the goal line and last I checked, the Titans are getting their with ease. Yeah, if you have Chris Johnson that is great, but LenDale is stealing the points. The Colts don't have the best run defense so take White this week.
Chris Carmona is a weekly contributor for the SportsJudge Blog and can be read daily on www.sortsofsports.com
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