The wire is officially compromised.
See, I am a fan before I am a picker and deep down inside I believe in the interconnectivity of the known multiverse and the persuasive power of will. It is a proven fact that witnessing an event actually affects the outcome of said event–at least at the quantum level. As such I am compelled to make several picks this week that reflect my desire to see the Jets limp into the playoffs and somehow knock off the Patriots. So, please recognize that what I write now represents that skewed reality.
PHI over CIN
Foles is not the answer. Vick was a good effort, but the team quit on the coaching staff and the O-line quit once the first paychecks were cashed. Must love dogs indeed. Still, Cincy needs to lose twice.
NYG over ATL
Yeah, this is the game of the week for me, because I want to see if Big Blue’s patchwork of a secondary can contain Matty Ice. If so, we are looking at a realistic run to the Superbowl.
GB over CHI
The Chicago D is ailing and the GB offense is getting weapons back. This is a recipe for a heck of a showdown in Chicago. Weather conditions may shape the outcome of this game, as snow tends to favor a strong running game, which GB does not have.
WSH over CLE
RG3 or not, CLE is not good enough to wipe away the momentum this team has gained over the past few weeks.
MIN over STL
MIN is not SF. Somehow this team has SF’s number, but AP is a beats who will be fed a lot of balls inside the dome. Greatest show on turf indeed.
MIA over JAC
Where is my hercules?!?!?!
NO over TB
Quietly Tampa Bay has gone the way of the Cardinals. They are not looking like the team we all thought they were.
BAL over DEN
Manning is going to eat a lot of turf this game. BAL is angry and hungry, needing a big win to reassert themselves as a major force in the AFC playoff picture.
IND over HOU
Houston got their butts whipped and now they need to face a hungry playoff contender who is on a roll and in search of wins.
SEA over BUF
No Brainer. The Bills are terrible. They may not win again this year.
DET over AZ
See above.
CAR over SD
I just don’t believe SD is for real. They can come up with a win now and again, but the group doesn’t have the chops to be a real contender, at least not with the current staff and player leadership.
DAL over PIT
Pit needs to lose. Please. There, I said please.
OAK over KC
The Toilet Bowl 2012. KC at least has a spot of momentum while OAK just flat out stinks.
SF over NE
I don’t think NE dismantles another top team this week. I think the SF D bloodies Brady and makes them grind it out on the ground.
NYJ over TEN
Yeah, TEN can run fast, but can they take that Jet pounding? Unlikely. The passing game is going to be a non factor for both teams. We’ll get to see which RBs are real.