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| Emmanuel Sanders had one hell of a game last night, reeling in three touchdown catches in the win. |
Thursday October 23, 2014 8:25pm
CBS, NFL Network -- Jim Nantz, Phil Simms
Sports Authority Field at Mile High, Denver, CO
This is definitely the best Thursday night game this season. This game was most likely scheduled for Thursday night this year because the same game appeared last year on Thursday night. Those who remember well remember the Chargers giving the Broncos their first and only home loss of the season in that Thursday night game. The numbers show Philip Rivers loves playing in Denver. This was brought up last year, but many people dismissed it because this was now a Peyton Manning-led team. No one will be dismissing it this year. The Chargers, who were surprisingly rated #1 in the NBC Pro Football Talk power rankings after their win against the winless Raiders, are coming off a home division loss. Now they'll just get a road division loss.
San Diego Chargers 17 Denver Broncos 27
Update: San Diego Chargers 21 Denver Broncos 35
That was an impressive performance from Emmanuel Sanders, who has become a reliable target for Peyton Manning. Manning was upset as the crowd was loud when the offense was on the field towards the end of the game, resulting in a false start penalty. Nevertheless, the Broncos are rolling.
Detroit Lions vs. Atlanta Falcons
Sunday October 26, 2014 9:30am
FOX -- Thom Brennaman, Troy Aikman
Wembley Stadium, London, United Kingdom
This is the second and much better game that will take place in Wembley Stadium this season. The Raiders played the Dolphins several weeks ago in a game here in London, and we hope the fans out there in the United Kingdom were aware those weren't two good teams. The Falcons aren't that good either, but at least they can score points and entertain those who may not entirely understand football. In years past, the playing surface hasn't been all that friendly. Still, it'll be a disappointment if the Lions lose despite the poor playing surface. The Lions have a tendency to lose a lot of games they probably should win. Their loss against the Bills is a prime example. By the way, this game is at 9:30 in the morning Eastern time. If you're on the West Coast, forget about watching this game. Just catch the highlights.
Detroit Lions 23 Atlanta Falcons 20
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| A.J. Green's touchdown in the season opener helped the Bengals topple the Ravens. He'll most likely miss this one. |
Sunday October 26, 2014 1:00pm
CBS -- Greg Gumbel, Trent Green
Paul Brown Stadium, Cincinnati, OH
The Bengals won the first meeting, a game that took place in Baltimore on the opening weekend of the season. The Bengals were looking good then. Their defense was impressive and it appeared Andy Dalton could have another season where he could manage the game and not make mistakes. It appeared the Bengals were on their way to a rather easy division crown. Not so fast! The Ravens have been cruising since that home loss, and they currently stand at 5-2 and atop the AFC North. Joe Flacco has developed a great rapport with newcomer Steve Smith, and it has resulted in a lot of explosive plays and touchdowns. Smith already has four touchdowns and is averaging over 16 yards a catch. It looks like the Ravens will return the favor and beat the Bengals on their home turf.
Baltimore Ravens 24 Cincinnati Bengals 21
Minnesota Vikings vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Sunday October 26, 2014 1:00pm
FOX -- Justin Kutcher, David Diehl
Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL
I'm not really sure what to make of this game, or this Buccaneers team. The Buccaneers have had impressive performances against the Steelers and Saints, while they have laid complete eggs against the Falcons and Ravens. The Buccaneers lone win of the season came on the road against the Steelers, and this is a prime opportunity for them to get their second win. Mike Glennon has to prove to the organization that he can be their franchise quarterback. There has been no talk of that being the case by the team or media, but he's probably a guy who can impress over time. Teddy Bridgewater is getting his crash course on life as a starter in the league now, and while things haven't gone that bad, they haven't gone well.
Minnesota Vikings 10 Tampa Bay Buccaneers 13
St. Louis Rams vs. Kansas City Chiefs
Sunday October 26, 2014 1:00pm
FOX -- Dick Stockton, Donovan McNabb
Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, MO
If the St. Louis Cardinals would've advanced to the World Series, Game 5 would've been in Busch Stadium in St. Louis. That would've meant one matchup of Missouri teams taking place in Kansas City, while the other matchup of Missouri teams would've been taking place in St. Louis. When the Phillies and the Yankees were in the World Series in 2009, Game 4 of that series took place on the same day the Eagles and Giants faced off, making it a Philadelphia vs. New York day. Better yet, both games took place in stadiums right next to each other in Philadelphia. I digress. The Chiefs are starting to get things going with an important road division win last week. The Rams shocked people by getting an important division win as well against the defending champions. I still believe the Chiefs are much better than the Rams.
St. Louis Rams 13 Kansas City Chiefs 23
Miami Dolphins vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
Sunday October 26, 2014 1:00pm
CBS -- Andrew Catalon, Steve Beuerlein, Steve Tasker
EverBank Field, Jacksonville, FL
This is easily the worst game of Week 8, but things are looking up for the Jaguars after they got their first win of the season against the Browns. Another home game against a weak team this week should mean another victory for the Jaguars.
Miami Dolphins 6 Jacksonville Jaguars 17
Buffalo Bills vs. New York Jets
Sunday October 26, 2014 1:00pm
CBS -- Kevin Harlan, Rich Gannon
MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ
The Bills have played rather well since inserting Kyle Orton as the starter. They will certainly ride that until the end of the season. I fully believe the reports that said Jimbo Fisher told NFL executives and scouts E.J. Manuel wouldn't amount to a starter in the league. Fisher is obviously going to deny it, but many people saw Manuel at Florida State and he didn't exactly do a whole lot to suggest he can be a starter in this league. This will be the debut for Percy Harvin in a Jets' uniform. This shall be interesting. The Jets should win this. For the first time since Week 1, they don't have to face an above-average quarterback.
Buffalo Bills 14 New York Jets 23
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| Russell Wilson will look to elude Luke Kuechly and the Panthers and get a much-needed victory. |
Sunday October 26, 2014 1:00pm
CBS -- Ian Eagle, Dan Fouts
Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, NC
It's odd this game is coming on CBS. Anyway, these two teams both won their divisions and received first round byes in the playoffs last season. Now, they're struggling, and just looking for a win. I would put my money on the Seahawks because the Panthers' defense, a tremendous strength last season, looks horrible this year. The Seahawks' defense has been exposed as well, but Cam Newton isn't good enough to continue exposing the Seahawks' defense.
Seattle Seahawks 27 Carolina Panthers 10
Chicago Bears vs. New England Patriots
Sunday October 26, 2014 1:00pm
FOX -- Sam Rosen, John Lynch
Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA
If the Bears can't beat the Bills or the Dolphins at home, what makes you think they can beat the Patriots on the road? I'm not going to try to convince the Bears will win this game. Jay Cutler is simply who he is, and will never amount to a better quarterback the Bears probably expect he can be. The Patriots are also coming off of extra rest from their Thursday night game last week. That could mean they're a little rusty, or they're very prepared. I think they're very prepared.
Chicago Bears 17 New England Patriots 34
Houston Texans vs. Tennessee Titans
Sunday October 26, 2014 1:00pm
FOX -- Kenny Albert, Daryl Johnston, Tony Siragusa
LP Field, Nashville, TN
Just like the Patriots/Bills game that was on FOX a couple of weeks ago, this AFC matchup will also take place on FOX. It should be noted that an NFC matchup between the Seahawks and Panthers this day also will be on CBS. I'm not entirely sure what the reasons are for the league and the networks doing this, but let's just hope it doesn't confuse Texans and Titans' fans looking for the game. It really doesn't matter, because both teams aren't must-see TV anyway. The Titans will roll with Zach Mettenberger as their starter now, so the days of Jake Locker could be over even when he gets healthy. I think Mettenberger has an impressive debut and a win.
Houston Texans 17 Tennessee Titans 23
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| Last year's game in Philadelphia ended in a little controversy. Both teams, sitting at 5-1, hope that isn't the case this time around. |
Sunday October 26, 2014 4:05pm
FOX -- Chris Myers, Ronde Barber
University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale, AZ
This is a great game between two teams who currently sit at 5-1. The Cardinals' defense shouldn't have many problems with this offense. The Eagles' offense is a potent offense because they run plays at an amazing pace. Still, it didn't work against a 49ers' team that isn't exactly playing that well defensively. Outside of the loss to the Broncos, the Cardinals are playing very good defense. I expect this game to be close, but the Cardinals should come away with the victory.
Philadelphia Eagles 20 Arizona Cardinals 24
Oakland Raiders vs. Cleveland Browns
Sunday October 26, 2014 4:25pm
CBS -- Spero Dedes, Solomon Wilcots
FirstEnergy Stadium, Cleveland, OH
The Browns had people believing they could continue their solid play. However, with a snoozer and disappointing loss to the Jaguars, it's the same old Browns. Despite the fact the Browns have been around average, Brian Hoyer's job isn't safe and it shouldn't be safe. Hoyer hasn't been playing too well, and he was disappointing in that loss to the Jaguars. It is great they are playing the Raiders. The Raiders will be coming in from the West Coast. The start time of the game is suitable for the Raiders, but they're simply not good enough for a road win right now.
Oakland Raiders 14 Cleveland Browns 31
Indianapolis Colts vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
Sunday October 26, 2014 4:25pm
CBS -- Jim Nantz, Phil Simms
Heinz Field, Pittsburgh, PA
This is the game of the week, and it isn't that much of a good contest. However, it should be close because the Colts still don't have that ability to go on the road and get wins. It'll still be very hard for them to get a win in Pittsburgh, but they're very capable of doing so, especially after dispatching the Bengals easily. The Steelers were lucky to beat the Texans on Monday night, but they won't be so lucky here.
Indianapolis Colts 23 Pittsburgh Steelers 20
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| These two quarterbacks, arguably the best in the game, will do battle in the Superdome on Sunday night. |
Sunday October 26, 2014 8:30pm
NBC -- Al Michaels, Cris Collinsworth
Mercedes-Benz Superdome, New Orleans, LA
The Saints have a night game, and then have to play on Thursday next week. That wasn't a good job scheduling, but it wouldn't be much of a difference if they had an afternoon game. The Saints need a win here because they simply can't win any road games. At 0-4 on the road, it has become a challenge for them to contend. The best part of their struggles is the fact the entire division is struggling. This keeps the Saints in the driver's seat in the division despite their 2-4 record. It'll be impressive if the Packers can get a win in the Superdome. The Saints will put up a lot of points because they are comfortable in the dome. The Packers are capable of matching them, but I think the Saints will get a much-needed win.
Green Bay Packers 31 New Orleans Saints 38
Washington Redskins vs. Dallas Cowboys
Monday October 27, 2014 8:30pm
ESPN -- Mike Tirico, Jon Gruden
AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX
Colt McCoy will start this one, but we all know McCoy isn't the long term answer for the Redskins. That is, unless, he has a complete turnaround and has been able to understand what it takes to be a starting quarterback in this league. Kirk Cousins has proved us wrong. He is not capable as a starter for a long period of time, making too many mistakes that have cost his team. He once told reporters he just wants to hand a solid team back to Robert Griffin III. He wasn't able to do that either. The Cowboys are rolling now, winners of six straight after dropping the season opener. I believe the Cowboys are the best team in the league currently, but they can't buy into the hype. They must continue running the ball and they will, even if DeMarco Murray were to eventually end up getting hurt.
Washington Redskins 10 Dallas Cowboys 31
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