There are definetly some interesting matchups this week. I have decided to go with a few teams that are in must win situations. The Bengals and the Eagles need to win this weekend as do a few other teams and this should be enough motivation to cover the spread.
Bengals -3 over CHIEFS
The Bengals need to win this game. They are a much better team than they have been pretending to be so far this season. While their defense is nowhere close to even good, the Chiefs offense will still have trouble scoring. I see an easy win for the Bengals this weekend.
Texans +6.5 over JAGUARS
The Jaguars are a good team, but the Texans are improved. This is a AFC South division rivalry and that will be enough to make this game a contest. The Jags are not good enough to be touchdown favorites on anybody and they won't cover that number verse the Texans.
BROWNS -4.5 over Dolphins
The Browns are a pretty good football team. This team was the only one to not lose to the Patriots by more than 20 points, that has to say something. With Derek Anderson at quarterback they have really found an offense, and the Dolphins will have a hard time stopping them. 4.5 points is a gift.
Eagles -3 over JETS
The Eagles just have to be a better football team than they have been playing like. They should be able to beat the Jets this weekend, as this is a game they desperately need to win and they will not be overlooking them. The Jets just don't have the talent to win this weekend.
Rams +9.5 over RAVENS
This game is plain and simple for me. I don't see any way that the Ravens can score enough points to win this game by double-digits. They will win in the end, but any points put on the board by the Rams will make it that much tougher.
CARDINALS -4 over Panthers
The Cardinals look like a completely different team with Kurt Warner at quarterback and he will be at the helm this weekend. His command of the offense is key as the Cardinals will put up the points necessary to beat the Panthers handily.
Giants -3 over FALCONS
The Falcons were impressive at home the other week, but that was against the Texans. The Giants really seemed to have turned a corner defensively and with some offensive support they should easily win this game.
BEARS -5 over Vikings
This is merely a guess, but that big win by the Bears should give them the confidence to be able to take on the Vikings and cover this weekend. The Vikings have no offense, and even decent quarterback play will give them enough points.
Titans +3 over BUCCANEERS
The Buccaneers still haven't convinced me that they are one of the better teams in the NFL and the Titans have been impressive so far this season. I will take Vince Young and the better Titans team, especially if they are getting 3 points.
Raiders +10 over CHARGERS
The Chargers looked great last weekend against the Broncos, but I just feel that since this is a big rivalry game that it will be closer than most people expect. Don't forget last year's result between these two teams, and that was when the Raiders didn't have a quarterback.
SEAHAWKS -6.5 over Saints
The Seahawks are definitely one of the best teams in the NFC. If not for their terrible performance against the Steelers this weekend, the Seahawks would definitely have been much bigger favorites. I will take the much better team at home in this game.
REDSKINS/Packers under 40.5
The Redskins and the Packers both have great defenses, but their offenses could use some work. This line seems inflated because of the Redskins 34 point performance last weekend, but that was against the Lions. The Pack will be able to stop them more and I see a game in the teens for both teams.
RAVENS/Rams under 37
Two of the NFL's worst offenses so far this season will be playing in this game and I see know way that this will surpass 37 points. The Ravens defense also looked to turn a corner last week, making it look pretty impossible for the Rams to put up many points.
CHIEFS/Bengals over 41.5
The Bengals can score, but they can't stop anyone from scoring. I see this game clearing 41.5 points without much of a problem. A few touchdowns by the Chiefs will all but secure a win for the over.
JAGUARS/Texans under 37.5
The Jaguars offense seems to keep getting a little but better and the Texans offense seems to keep getting worse. Both defenses are good, so don't expect a high scoring game.
BROWNS/Dolphins over 45
The Browns should be able to put up points on the Dolphins and I expect the Dolphins to put up enough points to cover this over bet.
BEARS/Vikings under 37.5
The Bears and the Vikings both don't have very good offenses and their defenses are pretty good. I don't see any way that this game reaches 38 points on the scoreboard.
EAGLES/Jets over 42
This is a tough one to call, but neither of these defenses are very good. Add to that the fact that Brian Westbrook should be back and I think that there will be just enough points to cover this over.
BUCCANEERS/Titans under 38
The Buccaneers should have a tough time finding the end zone without either of their top two running backs. The Titans might be able to put up some points, but the Buccaneers defense is pretty decent. 38 points just seems like too many.
CARDINALS/Panthers over 40.5
With Kurt Warner running the offense I expect the Cardinals to start putting up some more points. The Arizona defense also let the Rams get a decent number of points off of them and the Panthers should be able to score this weekend.
CHARGERS/Raiders over 44
The Chargers had a very nice offensive game last weekend against the Broncos and it appears that they may have found themselves offensively. While I don't think that they will score 44 this week, the Raiders should be able to get more than 3 points.
SEAHAWKS/Saints under 43
The Seahawks offense was pretty pathetic last weekend, and the Saints offense seems pathetic every weekend. While the Hawks will score more points this weekend, the Saints should score less. The Seahawks defense is pretty good.
FALCONS/Giants under 43.5
The Giants offense has been struggling and the Giants defense has been improving. This game should stay under 44 points.
Recap:
Bengals -3 over CHIEFS
Texans +6.5 over JAGUARS
BROWNS -4.5 over Dolphins
Eagles -3 over JETS
Rams +9.5 over RAVENS
CARDINALS -4 over Panthers
Giants -3 over FALCONS
BEARS -5 over Vikings
Titans +3 over BUCCANEERS
Raiders +10 over CHARGERS
SEAHAWKS -6.5 over Saints
REDSKINS/Packers under 40.5
RAVENS/Rams under 37
CHIEFS/Bengals over 41.5
JAGUARS/Texans under 37.5
BROWNS/Dolphins over 45
BEARS/Vikings under 37.5
EAGLES/Jets over 42
BUCCANEERS/Titans under 38
CARDINALS/Panthers over 40.5
CHARGERS/Raiders over 44
SEAHAWKS/Saints under 43
FALCONS/Giants under 43.5
With all the picks made it is time for me to remind you that these are merely the best plays on the board as I see them and they are not guaranteed winners, nothing is guaranteed. I hope you have fun with these NFL selections and good luck this weekend. All lines are gathered from BetUs.com and from Wagerline.com and were accurate at the time of this article being written. Keep in mind, line movement may occur.
Remember not to bet more than you can afford to lose and that wagering should be for fun only. If you have a gambling problem I urge you not to place a wager.
Also, make sure you visit JSportsPicks.BlogSpot.com for my complete picks blog that is updated with new picks every weekend.
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