Pardon the delays, fellas. Yeah, right. I ain't never been pardoned for nothin'. Oh well. It ain't easy bein' me.
DET +6? @ GB 46?
I came into this game thinking it was probably a good spot for the Pack to bounce back. My research, however, uncovered some fairly strong statistical evidence suggesting that the Lions could carry the confidence and momentum from last week into Lambeau. There is also reason to believe that Green BAy might suffer some lingering ill effects from their Minny loss. Unfortunately, by reason of the preceding, I am forgoing yet another opportunity at victory.
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WAS +3 @ ATL 39?
The Skins look like the healthier team and my numbers say they should only be getting one. Plus, I found a nice situational angle what they qualify for. Now this ain't what you'd call a strong endorsment by any means, but dammit, we finally do have action!
REDSKINS +3 over Atlanta
BUF -3 @ JAX 43
In looking over the last few seasons, I found that I played the Buff more than any other team. Hey! I didn't say I was smart! My feeling had been that they were often underrated by the public and therefor they were play-worthy. I ain't sure if I was right about alla that or not, but I'll tell yuz all this - suddenly, the Buff seems to be the "sexy" team in many of the shady circles what I frequent. Hence, my new abhorrance of the Buffalo Bills.
The Jagoffs simply wore down last week. Especially on the defensive line. I'm thinking this is a solvable problem. I'm also thinkin' first-year coaches fare much better in fronta the home fans. And lastly, I'm thinkin' the wrong damn team is favored.
JACKSONVILLE +3 over Buffalo Power Pie
HOU +8 @ NO 40?
To be totally frank, I ain't got much in the way of usable insights on this one. No opinions. No thoughts. No dice.
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SF +3 @ STL 47
I realize that the 49ers have had some difficulties with these guys in recent years, particularly in St. Lou. Now, that's all fine and dandy if'n yuz plan on bettin' on games from the past, but uh, I ain't, ya savvy? At the present time, I think SF is easily the better team here. I know it's a rather simplistic way to handicap the NFL, but gawdam it, that is why I'm on the Niners! Deal with it.
SAN FRANCISCO +3 over St. Louis
PIT +3? @ KC 48
I see the Steelers as the superior squad in this one (what's wrong with the linemakers this year?). And the coaching advantage? Fuhgeddaboudet. I gotta tell ya though, the Chefs are in a spot in which NFL teams have historically flourished over the years. And whilst I ain't ready to spill them particular beans, I will tell yuz this... I'm skippin' this game like it was a flat rock next to a serene transluscent lake.
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CAR +9? @ TB 35
I like the Bucs, okay? Hell, I like 'em a lot. But baby, I LOVE the bucks, if yuz catch my drift. Tampa ain't got enough offense yet to lay double digits (well, close), especially when they lack significant motivational factors. There's a good chance it'll come runnin' through the backdoor, but look for a Carolina cover in this one.
CAROLINA +9?
SEA -4? @ ARZ 44?
Last year in Sun Devil Stadium the Hawks were listed as a 3-point dog. Now, they're favored by 4?? What the hell is goin' on? If you plan on tellin' me about how bad the CArds were last week versus the Lions, don't bother. Arizona out-gained Detroit 439-261! Not exactly dominated, is it? I'll admit, if the Hawks were to open it up on offense they could maybe have a big day against the shoddy Arizona secondary, but Holmgren has become Mr. Conservative of late, and with very good reason, I might add. So, look for somethin' of a squeeker here, okay? Oh, by the way, is it the heat or the humidity what causes alla the problems for people what ain't used to irt? Just wonderin'?
ARIZONA +4? over Seattle Power Pie
I've gotta come back again later, fellas. I'm tryin' to get laid, and well, you know how that can go with the way hookers are these days. Wish me luck!
