Just an FYI but no "handicapper" should have a Big play on the Dolphins. Henne making his first NFL start. Even though Henning & Parcells feel he will be a good one and even if it they win big it's just not a wise investment. I'm not saying take Buffalo. Just that better QB's in better situations have a hard time winning...
Evan Altemus
Tennessee vs. Jacksonville
First and foremost, Jacksonville has virtually no home field advantage, yet they are being priced as if they do. The Jaguars really have trouble getting fans to the stadium, which has resulted in several blackouts locally of their games. In addition, Jacksonville does not desperately need this game after winning last week. However, Tennessee does need this game after a horrendous 0-3 start to the season. Their schedule has been tough though, playing early season games against the NY Jets, Houston, and Pittsburgh. They have been in a position to win all those games, and they have been leading at one point in all the games as well. The Titans have also dominated this series, winning four out of the last five meetings between these two teams, including covering against the spread in both games last year. Tennessee is still a quality team, despite their poor start, and I expect them to come out strong in this must win situation. Look for the Titans to get a dominant road win.
4 UNIT SELECTION TITANS.
Tennessee vs. Jacksonville
First and foremost, Jacksonville has virtually no home field advantage, yet they are being priced as if they do. The Jaguars really have trouble getting fans to the stadium, which has resulted in several blackouts locally of their games. In addition, Jacksonville does not desperately need this game after winning last week. However, Tennessee does need this game after a horrendous 0-3 start to the season. Their schedule has been tough though, playing early season games against the NY Jets, Houston, and Pittsburgh. They have been in a position to win all those games, and they have been leading at one point in all the games as well. The Titans have also dominated this series, winning four out of the last five meetings between these two teams, including covering against the spread in both games last year. Tennessee is still a quality team, despite their poor start, and I expect them to come out strong in this must win situation. Look for the Titans to get a dominant road win.
4 UNIT SELECTION TITANS.
Chris Jordans 3 picks
Fade Material if anything at this point as he has been horrible the last 5 weeks...
300♦ NY GIANTS - The Giants are coming off their best performance on the ground since the Week 16 victory over the Panthers last season, so with the running game alive and the Chiefs' defense extremely vulnerable against the middle-of-the-field play, I don't believe Kansas City has anything capable of stopping New York. But it runs deeper than rushing the ball up the gut or sending Manningham or Smith down the sidelines ... I expect Kevin Boss to have a big game for the Giants, as Eli Manning will be able to dink and dunk off a Chiefs defense that allowed Eagles tight end Brent Celek 104 yards and a touchdown and Ravens tight end Todd Heap 74 yards and a touchdown. This is an effective team in the red zone, and since the Chiefs’ defense has given up seven touchdowns in eight red-zone trips by their opponents, I think Manning and company will have a field day.
300♦ INDIANAPOLIS COLTS - I was in attendance to watch the Colts run, throw and basically dissect Arizona's defense last week. And for as bad as Arizona looked, I must say the Colts were clicking nicely, whether it was draw plays, quick tosses or streaks downfield. Peyton Manning is queitly guiding his team effectively this season, and after two road games on primetime - two Mondays ago in Miami and last Sunday in Phoenix - a solid homecoming effort is in order for the home crowd. It's funny how everyone is talking about New England and Pittsburgh to represent the AFC, yet the Colts are 3-0. Lay the points with the AFC's best passing game here, as the Seahawks will have no chance to keep up with Seneca Wallace competing against Manning in Indianapolis.
300♦ S.F. 49ERS - Think defense ... think Chicago .. think Monsters of the Midway. Think Mike Singletary. Now think about this, San Francisco is ferocious on the front line and the Rams' only hope is with their rushing game. Too bad for them, cause when you look at the Niners' front seven, the names might not jump out at you, but it ranks fourth in the NFL in run defense and is one of only three teams yet to allow a rushing touchdown this season. This 3-4 alignment is wreaking havoc, and after seeing the Cardinals struggle last week in their Sunday night affair with the Colts, the Niners have to believe the NFC West is their's for the taking. And this isn't a front that will sit back and wait for Steven Jackson to arrive on the scene, the Niners' talented stop unit will be coming downhill at him, and will likley load the box. And there's so much of a physical approach the Rams can take to counter. I don't think it works. Lay this chalk too.
Fade Material if anything at this point as he has been horrible the last 5 weeks...
300♦ NY GIANTS - The Giants are coming off their best performance on the ground since the Week 16 victory over the Panthers last season, so with the running game alive and the Chiefs' defense extremely vulnerable against the middle-of-the-field play, I don't believe Kansas City has anything capable of stopping New York. But it runs deeper than rushing the ball up the gut or sending Manningham or Smith down the sidelines ... I expect Kevin Boss to have a big game for the Giants, as Eli Manning will be able to dink and dunk off a Chiefs defense that allowed Eagles tight end Brent Celek 104 yards and a touchdown and Ravens tight end Todd Heap 74 yards and a touchdown. This is an effective team in the red zone, and since the Chiefs’ defense has given up seven touchdowns in eight red-zone trips by their opponents, I think Manning and company will have a field day.
300♦ INDIANAPOLIS COLTS - I was in attendance to watch the Colts run, throw and basically dissect Arizona's defense last week. And for as bad as Arizona looked, I must say the Colts were clicking nicely, whether it was draw plays, quick tosses or streaks downfield. Peyton Manning is queitly guiding his team effectively this season, and after two road games on primetime - two Mondays ago in Miami and last Sunday in Phoenix - a solid homecoming effort is in order for the home crowd. It's funny how everyone is talking about New England and Pittsburgh to represent the AFC, yet the Colts are 3-0. Lay the points with the AFC's best passing game here, as the Seahawks will have no chance to keep up with Seneca Wallace competing against Manning in Indianapolis.
300♦ S.F. 49ERS - Think defense ... think Chicago .. think Monsters of the Midway. Think Mike Singletary. Now think about this, San Francisco is ferocious on the front line and the Rams' only hope is with their rushing game. Too bad for them, cause when you look at the Niners' front seven, the names might not jump out at you, but it ranks fourth in the NFL in run defense and is one of only three teams yet to allow a rushing touchdown this season. This 3-4 alignment is wreaking havoc, and after seeing the Cardinals struggle last week in their Sunday night affair with the Colts, the Niners have to believe the NFC West is their's for the taking. And this isn't a front that will sit back and wait for Steven Jackson to arrive on the scene, the Niners' talented stop unit will be coming downhill at him, and will likley load the box. And there's so much of a physical approach the Rams can take to counter. I don't think it works. Lay this chalk too.
Chris Mascaro's Picks (all against the spread, home team in caps): SAINTS (-7) over Jets, Giants (-8) over CHIEFS, Packers (+3) over VIKINGS, Ravens (-2) over PATRIOTS, Chargers (+6) over STEELERS, BRONCOS (+3) over COWBOYS, Lions (+10) over BEARS, Bengals (-5) over BROWNS, Raiders (+9) over TEXANS, COLTS (-10) over Seahawks, Titans (-3) over JAGUARS, REDSKINS (-7) over Bucs, Bills (-2) over DOLPHINS, 49ERS (-9) over Rams
Best Bet: Giants
Last week: 14-2
Season: 33-14-1
Best Bets: 2-1
Best Bet: Giants
Last week: 14-2
Season: 33-14-1
Best Bets: 2-1
I will repost Ethan Law as most people dont check the early pages as much as they should...
ETHAN LAW
2% KANSAS CITY
2% SEATTLE
2% TAMPA/WASHINGTON OVER
I personally hate all of these and I plan on playing tennesee and whatever VR plays get posted.. Just a reminder to whoever buys VR to check their package before 4pm for updated plays
BOL today guys
ETHAN LAW
2% KANSAS CITY
2% SEATTLE
2% TAMPA/WASHINGTON OVER
I personally hate all of these and I plan on playing tennesee and whatever VR plays get posted.. Just a reminder to whoever buys VR to check their package before 4pm for updated plays
BOL today guys
