New York Jets vs. New England Patriots
Thursday October 16, 2014 8:25pm
CBS, NFL Network -- Jim Nantz, Phil Simms
Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA
The Jets will not be getting a win here, but the matchup between these two teams have always generated interest in the past. The Jets had a solid game plan against the Broncos, one that Peyton Manning couldn't figure out until close to the second half. The Jets should probably implement that game plan against the Patriots as well. It was similar to the game plan Rex Ryan implemented in the win against the Patriots in the 2010 postseason. They rushed three while dropping eight the majority of the game, and Brady found it difficult to find open guys. That's the Jets' only hopes of keeping things close.
New York Jets 10 New England Patriots 24
Miami Dolphins vs. Chicago Bears
Sunday October 19, 2014 1:00pm
CBS -- Greg Gumbel, Trent Green
Soldier Field, Chicago, IL
The Dolphins came very close to beating the Packers, and really had an opportunity to close the door on that game when the Packers faced fourth down on their final offensive possession. They didn't but they should be positive about the loss and bring it into Soldier Field. The Bears did lose to the Bills at home in the opening week, so it's not impossible to beat the Bears there. However, their offense has clicked the majority of the time, as Jay Cutler loves his weapons. Brandon Marshall, Alshon Jeffery and Martellus Bennett are all tall, athletic targets, which any quarterback wants to have. I expect the Bears to not have a letdown again at Soldier Field and take this game.
Miami Dolphins 14 Chicago Bears 27
Minnesota Vikings vs. Buffalo Bills
Sunday October 19, 2014 1:00pm
FOX -- Tim Brando, Brendan Ayanbadejo
Ralph Wilson Stadium, Buffalo, NY
I don't think Teddy Bridgewater has been figured out yet, despite the poor performance he had this past Sunday against the Lions. He threw three interceptions and was sacked eight times, but that's more of a result of the Lions' much improved defense this season. The Bills should be able to win this game because they are at home and they aren't playing an offense as formidable as the offense they saw last week. Also, if the Bills can beat the Lions in Detroit, there should be zero reason why can't beat a Vikings' team much worse than the Lions.
Minnesota Vikings 13 Buffalo Bills 23
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| Both quarterbacks won their division last year and appears to be on pace to do the same this season. |
Sunday October 19, 2014 1:00pm
CBS -- Ian Eagle, Dan Fouts
Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN
This is definitely one of the best games of Week 7, as two division winners from last season square off in what could be a playoff matchup in January. The Bengals started off very well at 3-0, but a blowout loss to the Patriots, followed by a tie against the mediocre Panthers has brought the Bengals back a bit. The absence of A.J. Green could be a major issue, as he's a receiver Andy Dalton leans heavily on to make plays. I cannot see the Bengals coming into Indianapolis and getting a win, especially when the Colts are rolling after losing the first two games of the season.
Cincinnati Bengals 20 Indianapolis Colts 27
Cleveland Browns vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
Sunday October 19, 2014 1:00pm
CBS -- Andrew Catalon, Steve Tasker, Steve Beuerlein
EverBank Field, Jacksonville, FL
Blake Bortles still doesn't have a win, but he isn't playing horribly. They're just not putting up enough points on the board, and they probably won't change against the improved Browns either. The Browns' confidence has soared, after demolishing the Steelers last week. When was the last time the Browns easily handled the Steelers? It probably wasn't in my lifetime, so the Browns and their fans are feeling good. They'll bring that confidence with them into Jacksonville and come away with a victory.
Cleveland Browns 21 Jacksonville Jaguars 10
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| The Saints barely beat a bad Buccaneers team in their last game. They'll be looking to right their road woes. |
Sunday October 19, 2014 1:00pm
FOX -- Chris Myers, Ronde Barber
Ford Field, Detroit, MI
The Saints are coming off a bye week that was much needed, but things don't get easy as they go into Detroit and play against this much improved defense. This is the same defense that held Aaron Rodgers to just seven points. The key to the improvement was consistent play from the secondary. Also, Tahir Whitehead has filled in nicely for the injured Stephen Tulloch. They have their worries on offense, as Calvin Johnson may be out an extended period of time. That may doom them in this game as I look for the Saints to pull out a narrow victory.
New Orleans Saints 23 Detroit Lions 20
Carolina Panthers vs. Green Bay Packers
Sunday October 19, 2014 1:00pm
FOX -- Sam Rosen, John Lynch
Lambeau Field, Green Bay, WI
The Packers have gotten it together offensively, but they still aren't a dominant team. They struggled in toppling the Dolphins last week, as it took a fourth down conversion and a touchdown with just two seconds remaining for the victory. Before last week, I would've said I don't trust the Panthers to come into Lambeau Field and pull out a win. After tying with the Bengals, they are certainly capable of doing so. However, playing against Andy Dalton and Aaron Rodgers are two different things. Expect Rodgers to keep the Packers' offense on the field and coast.
Carolina Panthers 20 Green Bay Packers 38
Seattle Seahawks vs. St. Louis Rams
Sunday October 19, 2014 1:00pm
FOX -- Kenny Albert, Daryl Johnston, Tony Siragusa
Edward Jones Dome, St. Louis, MO
The Seahawks looked very shaky in their home loss to the Cowboys last week, but the Rams don't appear to be a team that can beat the Seahawks in this one. The Rams got off to a great start against the 49ers, but couldn't sustain it and got ran out of the dome. Doug Baldwin is one angry man, but as ESPN analyst and former football player Cris Carter put it, Baldwin is just an appetizer. Part of the reason why the offense has struggled is because Baldwin and Jermaine Kearse lack the ability to separate from decent cornerbacks. Russell Wilson does a great job of extending plays, but he can only do that for so long before he's figured out. Look for Percy Harvin to be more involved.
Seattle Seahawks 27 St. Louis Rams 17
Atlanta Falcons vs. Baltimore Ravens
Sunday October 19, 2014 1:00pm
FOX -- Justin Kutcher, David Diehl
M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, MD
This win should automatically go to the Ravens, because trusting the Falcons to go anywhere and get a win is asking a lot. The Falcons have the offensive weapons, but their defense is so bad. Joe Flacco and Steve Smith will pick them apart all day long, and it wouldn't even be fair honestly.
Atlanta Falcons 17 Baltimore Ravens 31
Tennessee Titans vs. Washington Redskins
Sunday October 19, 2014 1:00pm
CBS -- Kevin Harlan, Rich Gannon
FedEx Field, Landover, MD
After Kirk Cousins dominated against the Jaguars and engaged in a shootout against the Eagles, there were calls for Cousins to permanently take the place of Robert Griffin III. I was one of those folks, but after several dismal performances in a row, many people have jumped off the bandwagon. Cousins threw three interceptions in the fourth quarter against the Cardinals last week. He also threw three interceptions in the third quarter against the Giants several weeks ago, so he's turning the ball over in bunches. They get a break in their schedule, but I'll still pick the Titans in this one.
Tennessee Titans 13 Washington Redskins 10
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| This missed kick and subsequent no-penalty call kept the Chargers' season alive last season. |
Sunday October 19, 2014 4:05pm
CBS -- Spero Dedes, Solomon Wilcots
Qualcomm Stadium, San Diego, CA
This is one of the best games of Week 7 as well, and I am going with the upset here. The Chiefs are still a good team with a good defense. The Chargers have the same as well, as I believe these teams are very even. NBC's Pro Football Talk had the Chargers at #1 in power rankings this week. I am not going that far, especially after they almost lost to the Raiders this past week. But the Chargers are better than last season. They just won't be better this Sunday.
Kansas City Chiefs 24 San Diego Chargers 21
Arizona Cardinals vs. Oakland Raiders
Sunday October 19, 2014 4:25pm
FOX -- Dick Stockton, Brady Quinn
O.co Coliseum, Oakland, CA
Carson Palmer returns to play in Oakland, not that it matters. His performance in both places aren't much different from each other anyway. Derek Carr played much better against the Chargers, but the Raiders still need a win. The signings of Lamarr Woodley and Justin Tuck have done absolutely nothing to make that team better. The Cardinals should continue to roll, especially now that they're seeing the Seahawks behind them in the NFC West race.
Arizona Cardinals 24 Oakland Raiders 10
New York Giants vs. Dallas Cowboys
Sunday October 19, 2014 4:25pm
FOX -- Thom Brennaman, Troy Aikman
AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX
Eli Manning was spot on when he told reporters the team has a little growing up to do. Antrel Rolle and Jason Pierre-Paul specifically have a lot of growing up to do. Everytime a big division game comes around for the Giants, those two specifically start running their mouths. They should try keeping their mouths shut for a change and just playing the game. After being blanked on Sunday Night Football, they're doing exactly that. Expect the Giants to play much better. Still, it won't be enough for a win.
New York Giants 21 Dallas Cowboys 24
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| Peyton Manning is just two touchdowns away from tying Brett Favre for most touchdown passes in league history. |
Sunday October 19, 2014 8:30pm
NBC -- Al Michaels, Cris Collinsworth
Sports Authority Field at Mile High, Denver, CO
Peyton Manning has a chance to make history here, but he's going up against a solid defense. One of the surprises this year has been the play of Perrish Cox, who was nearly ousted out of the league because of rape allegations while he was a member of the Broncos. The departures of Tarell Brown and Carlos Rogers left people wondering where the 49ers would go to fill the void. Cox has done a good job. Still, the Broncos will get the win, and Manning will definitely tie, needing only two to tie.
San Francisco 49ers 17 Denver Broncos 24
Houston Texans vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
Monday October 20, 2014 8:30pm
ESPN -- Mike Tirico, Jon Gruden
Heinz Field, Pittsburgh, PA
The Texans get one of the biggest breaks between games, as they played the Thursday night game in Week 6. Now playing on Monday night, they've had plenty of time to get over their disappointing loss to the Colts. Playing in Pittsburgh isn't as hard as it once was, as the Steelers have been very disappointing. Todd Haley is most likely on the way out, but how much longer can the team last with Mike Tomlin simply being a cheerleader? Tomlin should be on the hot seat if the poor play continues. I believe the poor play will continue, but not this game.
Houston Texans 10 Pittsburgh Steelers 17
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