Big week in the NFL as there are great games across the board. Fins/Jets, Giants/Cowboys, Falcons/Eagles, and Saints/Broncos are just a few of the games week eight has to offer, so lets get to it.
Last weeks record: 9-3
Overall record: 57-41
San Diego @ Cleveland: Brandon Weeden has gotten progressively better after his horrid start to his NFL career, however, asking him to keep up with Philip Rivers for 60 minutes is just to much. Give me the Chargers.
Seattle @ Detroit: The Lions are, statistically, one of the better teams in the NFL, yet their 2-4 record through the first six weeks wouldn't indicate that. Seattle will be tough coming off a long week to prepare, but I'm not counting out the Lions just yet, and I'll take them in a close one.
Jacksonville @ Green Bay: No Maurice Jones Drew means no running game. Blaine Gabbert behind center means no passing game. I'll take the Packers.
Carolina @ Chicago: Cam Newton is turnover prone, and with the Bears defense staring him in the eyes this week that could be heavily exposed. Jay Cutler and Brandon Marshall will pose problems for this 21st ranked defense of the Panthers all day, and I don't think Newton can keep up. Give me 'Da Bears.
Atlanta @ Philadelphia: The Falcons may just be the most balanced team in the NFL. With Matt Ryan having an MVP type season and Michael Turner gaining over four yards per carry, its no surprise that this team is undefeated. However, something tells me that Philadelphia will be playing with a chip on their shoulder tomorrow, and with Andy Reid's job on the line the rest of the way, I like the Eagles in an upset.
Indianapolis @ Tennessee: After a horrendous start to the year, Chris Johnson seems as if he's beginning to bounce back, especially after last weeks 195 yard performance. Andrew Luck is coming off a nice win against Cleveland, and should have another solid game tomorrow against the Titans' 30th ranked defense. This one will be high scoring, but I like the Titans in a close one.
New England @ St. Louis: This one's taking place across the pond in London's Wembley Stadium, but thats about the only intriguing thing coming out of this game. Give me the Patriots.
Washington @ Pittsburgh: The RGIII express rolls into Heinz field this week, and this could be his toughest stop yet, considering Pittsburgh's 2nd ranked pass defense. I wouldn't be surprised to see the Skins pull of the upset, but I don't see it, and I'll take the Steelers in a big win.
Oakland @ Kansas City: This one's a toss up, but regardless of who the QB is, the Chiefs are always tough to beat at Arrowhead. That, combined with a suspect Raiders run defense, has me leaning towards Kansas City in this one.
NY Giants @ Dallas: Big game here, as Dallas trails the Giants by two games in the NFC East and needs a win to keep pace. Both teams are coming off big wins, and it's tough to imagine the Giants being swept by the Dallas this season, but something tells me Tony Romo's due for a big game. Give me the Cowboys.
New Orleans @ Denver: Two of the games best QB's going at here from Denver, so expect to see a lot of passing in this one. However, the Broncos are clearly the better team defensively, as the Saints rank dead last in the league on the defensive side of the ball. Based on that, I'll take Peyton and the Broncos.
San Francisco @ Arizona: So much for that 4-0 start for the Cardinals, huh? They've dropped three in a row since their OT win against Miami, and have an offense that ranks near the bottom of the league in nearly every category. That, combined with a lethal 49er defense, has me taking San Francisco all the way.
Check back tomorrow morning for all your pre-game coverage, and my prediction, as the Miami Dolphins and New York Jets kick off from MetLife stadium at 1:05. Also remember to follow the live, quarter-by-quarter, blog as well.
Until then, Go Fins!
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