Sure i'm not what most would would call an "NFL Analyst", mainly because I dont get paid for it, but considering I've been paying very CLOSE attention to football for a number of years now, and most of you read this to get my opinion on a number of topics, I'm gonna give you this weeks picks and from now on, picks for the remainder of the season.
Thursday, Dec 9th
Indianapolis (7-6) vs. Tennessee (5-8) - NFL Network
Sparkman's pick - Indianapolis
Final Score - 30 - 28
Why?- lol because the game already happened? You aren't laughing are you? FUCK you.
Sunday, Dec 12th
Cleveland (5-7) vs. Buffalo (2-10) - CBS (Blacked out)
Sparkman's pick - Buffalo
Final Score 17-14 F/OT
Why?- Buffalo has taken two of the top teams in the AFC, the Ravens and the Steelers, Both in the AFC North, to the limit and into Overtime in two heartstoppers earlier this season. Considering the Browns are also in the same division, yet inferior to those two teams, look for Buffalo to get the win over the 'other' inferior team in the AFC North. Buffalo has a good team as they have been able to put up insane amounts of points over teams this season thanks to the underrated Ryan Fitzpatrick and in response to that Cleveland has...Jake Delhomme. But crazier things have happened...Cleveland did beat the Patriots this year.
Green Bay (8-4) vs. Detriot (2-10) - FOX
Sparkman's pick - Green Bay
Final Score - 35 - 10
Why? - This week seems like its filled with games that are no brainers which of course, makes my job a lot easier :-D. Aaron Rodgers is another one of those QB's that just seem to take control of games and never let go. The Packers had trouble putting them away earlier in the season, but i do not think that will be the case this time. The Pack should cruise to their 11th straight win over the Lions which is a franchise best. They are currently #2 in the NFC North behind DA BEARS.
Cincinnati (2-10) vs Pittsburgh (9-3) - CBS
Sparkman's pick - Pittsburgh
Final Score - 24 - 21
Why? - Cincy obviously has the weapons but just cannot finish, plus there are the few times that they are just downright fucking awful. Pittsburgh is coming off that very emotional win over their arch-rival Baltimore. The Steelers know they need to keep control over the AFC North because the Ravens have a pretty easy week as well. Big Ben throws three TD's and rapes a couple of bitches during halftime. (Bet you wont find that line on FOXSports.com)
Tampa Bay (7-5) vs. Washington (5-7) - FOX
Sparkman's Pick - Tampa Bay
Final Score - 35-20
Why? - Tampa Bay's abysmal effort last season is giving their sub-par team an awesome record this year and putting them in the playoff hunt for the first time in recent memory. They are 7-0 against .500 teams and Washington is just that. Also, Washington just lost Albert Haynesworth for the season, which may not be a bad thing since hes been purposefully dead weight all year.
Atlanta (10-2) vs Carolina (1-11) - FOX
Sparkman's pick - Atlanta
Final Score - 38 - 3
Why? - Atlanta has been O.F.F. Seriously. ON FUCKING FIRE. Look for them to destroy the hapless Carolina Panthers as they cruise into the playoffs.
Oakland (6-6) vs. Jacksonville (7-5) - CBS
Sparkman's pick - Jacksonville
Final Score - 27-24
Why? - Am I playing it safe? nah...Jacksonville is sitting atop of the AFC South and know that they have to win out because Indianapolis is chipping at their heels and jack del Rio needs to make the playoffs this year or he will be in the hot seat next year. I am not completely counting out the Raiders however, as they have exceeded many people's expectations this year. Do I expect them to go to the superbowl? hell no. Do I expect them to beat the Jags? No. Would I be surprised however? Nope.
St. Louis (6-6) vs. New Orleans (9-3) - FOX
Sparkman's pick - New Orleans
Final Score - 48 - 28
Why? - This is another one where i would not be surprised if my pick lost and the reason for that is New Orleans has had quite a few nailbiters this season against teams that shouldnt have taken them that far. The one thing I have realized about the defending champs is that they will either blow you the fuck out or it will come down to the wire, and when that happens it usually ends with Drew Brees hands in the air.
Seattle (6-6) vs. San Francisco (4-8) - FOX
Sparkman's Pick - San Francisco
Final Score - 10-7
Why? - Oh dear. the NFC West. look at you. San Fran is going to pull it off because I think they are the first team in NFL history to be 4-8 and still have a chance at the divisional title. Plus Mike Singletary knows what's up if his team drops to 4-9
New England (10-2) vs. Chicago (9-3) - CBS
Sparkman's Pick - Chicago
Final Score - 38-35 F/OT
Why? - DA BEARS want to make a statement. They have been flying under the radar all season and even being at the top of their division and #2 in the NFC, they still arent getting the respect they feel they deserve. Enter the New England Patriots. They made Rex Ryan's Jets look like straight DOGSHIT on Monday Night Football, taking control of the AFC East and looking like a serious Super Bowl contender. This will be a barnburner, but look for Chicago's O-line to step up and keep Jay Cutler off the ground.
Miami (6-6) vs. New York Jets (9-3) - CBS
Sparkman's Pick - New York
Final Score - 28-17
Why? - Rex Ryan buried the game ball from Monday night and told his players to put that last game behind them. After being embarrased last monday night, look for the Jets to take their anger out on another AFC East opponent to keep up with the Patriots in the Division, and hope for the Pats to lose to tighten up the divisional race.
Denver (3-9) vs. Arizona (3-9) - CBS
Sparkman's Pick - Denver
Final Score - 9-3
Why? - Why Not? These two teams are competing for a better draft position. NEXT.
Kansas City (8-4) vs. San Diego (6-6) - CBS
Sparkman's Pick - San Diego
Final Score - 17-14
Why? - San Diego has been struggling to find an identity all season. One week they will lay on their backs and get fucked in the urethra, the next week they will put +30 on the board. The AFC West is not doing much better than the NFC West, but I believe San Diego will try and get back in the playoff hunt. They are currently 2 games back in the Wild Card race and #3 in the AFC West.
Philadelphia (8-4) vs. Dallas (4-8) - Sunday Night, NBC
Sparkman's Pick - Philadelphia
Final Score - 35 - 20
Why? - Michael Vick goes under the Sunday night lights and puts on a hell of a performance against the Cowboys tomorrow in prime time. The Eagles are prepping for their upcoming playoff run and want to prove to the world that they are not a one trick pony, relying on their offense only to get the job done. Jon Kitna has been playing decent and the Cowboys have been looking better since Wade Phillips was let go, but it wont show tonight.
Monday Night, Dec. 13th
Baltimore (8-4) vs. Houston (5-7) - ESPN
Sparkman's Pick - Baltimore (but you knew that already)
Final Score - 24-17
Why? - The Ravens, coming off of what most of their players have been calling the most emotional and heartbreaking loss they've ever had vs the Steelers last week, with address all of their fans fears on Monday Night and get a comfortable lead from the getgo and not let it go. Aside from being #2 in the AFC North, they are now teetering on losing their #2 Wild card spot. they know if they lose here, their postseason hopes start to look a lot more bleak, especially because they will be facing the Super Bowl Champs next week.
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-Sparks
Ok, I haven't been able to watch as many games as I usually do for obvious reasons, but Fantasy has kept me in tune. About your picks......I can see how you might feel a little bias on the Buffalo V. Cleveland game because Buffalo has played the two AFC North powerhouses pretty tough, but they have the 30th ranked rush defence in all of football, and they are going against perhaps the biggest surprise fantasy player this year, Peyton Hillis. Look for the Cleveland rush attack to dominate the game and time of possesion. Cleveland wins this one. Green Bay will most likely win, but it is going to be much closer than you think. Calvin Johnson has been a touchdown machine even with a miriad of second class QBs throwing to him. Detroit's record does not give their team credit. They have played a lot of good teams really close this year, including Chicago and Green Bay. The rest down to the New England game seem pretty obvious or aren't important enough to comment on. I am one of the biggest New England haters out there, and not just the Patriots. Fuck the Red Sox, Bruins, Patriots, every college, high school, middle school, pop warner and little league team in the New England area! But, they will win this game. Jay Cutler has been improving througout the year, but is still a giant dissapointment in my book. Cutler will fold, Brady and the veteran patriots will find a way to win. Denver will beat the Cardinals, but how can you think they will only score 9 points? Despite their dismal record, they have a pretty solid offensive attack with Kyle Orton being the 7th rated QB and Brandon Lloyd the 2nd rank RCVR. Denver wins, but scores much more than you predict. Ok, I pretty much agree with the rest, the Ravens D will dominate again giving them the win on Monday night. But, have you noticed that their super aggresive D has also been their downfall in multiple games this season and last season. A lack of discipline and unfortunate poorly timed penalties plague this team which is why, if they do make the playoffs, they won't make it past the division round.
ReplyDeleteas far as the ravens D go, absolutely. I cant tell you how frustrating it is to watch us make a good stop then on third down they go helmet-to-helmet or something insanely stupid. The Ravens have the passion on the field but sometimes it causes the ravens to get so angry they do something stupid
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