Cleveland Browns vs. Cincinnati Bengals
Thursday November 5, 2015 8:25pm
NFL Network -- Jim Nantz, Phil Simms
Paul Brown Stadium, Cincinnati, OH
The Browns had a sizable lead against a great opponent in the Cardinals. Once again, the Browns would proceed to lose that game, continuing a trend of being competitive in these games but not being able to finish these games out. Let's see if their division rival can wake them up. These two teams played on Thursday Night Football last year, and the Browns shocked a lot of people by winning rather easily. However, Johnny Manziel got his first start of his career against the Bengals late last season, and it was disastrous. Manziel will get the start here as well. The Bengals should win.
Cleveland Browns 6 Cincinnati Bengals 31
Final Score: Cleveland Browns 10 Cincinnati Bengals 31
Jacksonville Jaguars vs. New York Jets
Sunday November 8, 2015 1:00pm
CBS -- Greg Gumbel, Trent Green
MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ
After being embarrassed last week in Oakland, the Jets must be thrilled to see the Jaguars at home on their schedule. However, the Jaguars possess two wins, both against AFC East foes in the Dolphins and Bills. Of course, they were slaughtered by the defending champion Patriots, so here's the final chance for the Jaguars to keep their winning record against AFC East opponents for the season. Several of the Jets' defensive players admitted to lackadaisical play, so expect their defense to be fired up a little. The Jets will not have many problems winning this game. For a bonus, Ryan Fitzpatrick will start.
Jacksonville Jaguars 10 New York Jets 23
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| It was Cam Newton's second game of his career when he put up big numbers in a loss against a Packers team that would go 15-1 in 2011. |
Sunday November 8, 2015 1:00pm
FOX -- Joe Buck, Troy Aikman
Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, NC
This is the best game of the week, as both teams had a chance to come into this game undefeated. However, the Packers were completely shut down by the Broncos' defense, and there is a possibility that could be the case in this game as well. The Panthers have been playing exceptional defense, leading to their 7-0 start. However, it has not been shut down defense, and they almost blew a 17 point 4th quarter lead this past Monday night at home to the struggling Colts. I do not expect consecutive bad games from Aaron Rodgers, but the Packers' offense have struggled throughout the season. Still, Cam Newton isn't exactly setting the league on fire with his play as well, so I'll pick the Packers in an upset.
Green Bay Packers 27 Carolina Panthers 21
Washington Redskins vs. New England Patriots
Sunday November 8, 2015 1:00pm
FOX -- Kevin Burkhardt, John Lynch
Gillette Stadium, Foxboro, MA
The Redskins are coming off a bye week, and an impressive comeback victory in their last game. All of that doesn't matter, however, because they're tasked with defending the league's MVP so far in Tom Brady. Brady has been carving defenses up so far, and this defense isn't anything to write home about. Expect Brady and company to put up a lot of points, and come up with turnovers defensively as well.
Washington Redskins 20 New England Patriots 38
Tennessee Titans vs. New Orleans Saints
Sunday November 8, 2015 1:00pm
CBS -- Kevin Harlan, Rich Gannon
Mercedes-Benz Superdome, New Orleans, LA
The Saints were pretty fortunate to have a quarterback like Drew Brees. Eli Manning threw six touchdown passes against the Saints' defense in the last game, and the Giants scored seven touchdowns. This normally results in a loss for most teams, but the Saints were able to win this game. Brees threw an NFL record tying seven touchdown passes in the win, helping the Saints to three straight wins after a 1-4 start. The Saints are playing the Titans at the right time, as they are just abysmal and have fired their head coach Ken Whisenhunt. Mike Mularkey takes over, but it's been the players that haven't been up to par.
Tennessee Titans 13 New Orleans Saints 31
Miami Dolphins vs. Buffalo Bills
Sunday November 8, 2015 1:00pm
CBS -- Spero Dedes, Solomon Wilmots
Ralph Wilson Stadium, Buffalo, NY
The Bills smacked the Dolphins in Miami in the Dolphins' home opener, but both teams are trending in opposite directions. The Dolphins fired Joe Philbin, and appointed Dan Campbell as the head coach. The Dolphins have played lowly teams in the AFC South when they've been dominant, and were quickly blown out by the Patriots in their last game. Therefore, the jury is still out on the Dolphins. The Bills have lost their last two games, so they'd love to get a win here. However, they have so many players banged up. Hopefully, the bye week helped them.
Miami Dolphins 17 Buffalo Bills 20
St. Louis Rams vs. Minnesota Vikings
Sunday November 8, 2015 1:00pm
FOX -- Thom Brennaman, Charles Davis
TCF Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN
The Vikings are playing very good football, and they are being led by a franchise running back and a franchise quarterback. It was up in the air on who would be the second best team in the NFC North. They have clearly established that they are the second best team in the division. The Rams have played decent football as well, led by their defense that possesses a number of talented players. I think going into Minnesota and coming away with a win is too much to ask for the Rams, however.
St. Louis Rams 17 Minnesota Vikings 23
Oakland Raiders vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
Sunday November 8, 2015 1:00pm
CBS -- Ian Eagle, Dan Fouts
Heinz Field, Pittsburgh, PA
There was an article ESPN did about the Raiders getting back to the playoffs this season. This shows how much the league and the fans desire the Raiders to get back into the playoffs. However, they've only played seven games so far, so let's pump the brakes on that assertion. It is surprising, however, that they are the second best team in the AFC West. The Chiefs and Chargers are having seasons they simply did not expect, and the Raiders have gotten improved play from Derek Carr. However, they should lose this one, as Ben Roethlisberger was not happy with his performance against the Bengals in the last game. It also doesn't help the Raiders are on the east coast.
Oakland Raiders 20 Pittsburgh Steelers 24
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| Kwon Alexander played last Sunday's game after learning his younger brother was murdered over the weekend. He'll try to play here after burying him. |
Sunday November 8, 2015 4:05pm
FOX -- Kenny Albert, Daryl Johnston
Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL
It is crazy for a quarterback to throw six touchdown passes and still lose the game. That's what happened to Eli Manning in their last game, so it shows their offense is clicking. Their defense, however, is falling apart. Jon Beason and Prince Amukamara just refuse to stay on the field, seemingly finding ways to be injured. Amukamara seems to be returning this week, so that's a plus. The Giants are also missing Victor Cruz and Will Beatty. If they can get them back, plus Jason Pierre Paul and Beason, the Giants can win the NFC East. For short terms goals, they should be able to win this game.
New York Giants 27 Tampa Bay Buccaneers 17
Atlanta Falcons vs. San Francisco 49ers
Sunday November 8, 2015 4:05pm
FOX -- Chris Myers, Ronde Barber
Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, CA
The Falcons are coming off a home loss to the Buccaneers, a team they annihilated last season at home. The Falcons got off to a great start, but the wins they got against the NFC East teams are all wins where they easily could've lost. The Falcons are pretenders, but they have Blaine Gabbert to play against this Sunday. That should be a win for them.
Atlanta Falcons 20 San Francisco 49ers 6
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| It'll still be interesting to see how Colts' fan receive Peyton Manning. He's their best player of all time, even factoring in Johnny Unitas. |
Sunday November 8, 2015 4:25pm
CBS -- Jim Nantz, Phil Simms
Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN
Peyton Manning returns to the home he built, and is looking for a better ending than the first time he visited Lucas Oil Stadium. The Broncos lost that game, two years ago, but still went on to win the AFC Championship later that season.The Colts are struggling right now, and can use a win in the worst way. Their offense is struggling, but you just never know with Luck. He takes a lot of hits in the pocket, and you know the Broncos' pass rush is coming. The receivers will be locked up by the Broncos' terrific corners. However, Luck still has the ability to break the pocket and get positive yardage, which could help him if he does this early. However, in Round 2 for Manning here in Indianapolis, I think he'll come away as the victor.
Denver Broncos 23 Indianapolis Colts 17
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| DeMarco Murray had a crappy game in the first meeting against his old team. Expect boos from the Cowboys' crowd whenever he touches the ball. |
Sunday November 8, 2015 8:30pm
NBC -- Al Michaels, Cris Collinsworth
AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX
DeMarco Murray seemed pumped by the idea of playing his former team back in Week 2. However, the Cowboys' defense stifled him, and the Cowboys came up with an easy victory. That win was the last win the Cowboys had, and that just so happen to be the game in which Tony Romo broke his collarbone and has missed every game ever since. As long as Romo is out and the Cowboys have to rely on Matt Cassel and Brandon Weeden, I'll continue to pick against the Cowboys.
Philadelphia Eagles 20 Dallas Cowboys 10
Chicago Bears vs. San Diego Chargers
Monday November 9, 2015 8:30pm
ESPN -- Mike Tirico, Jon Gruden
Qualcomm Stadium, San Diego, CA
John Fox will be going up against Mike McCoy, who was his offensive coordinator when the Broncos went 13-3 in Peyton Manning's first season in 2012. The offensive success McCoy led with Manning propelled him to obtaining the Chargers' head coaching opening. These guys should know each other fairly well, so we must look at other things that can help these struggling teams secure a victory. The Chargers are at home, so that helps them a lot. However, they've lost their last two games at home, so that probably doesn't help a whole lot. The Bears have obtained both of their wins against AFC West opponents, so that should help their psyche. Still, the Bears aren't talented enough for a road win on the national spotlight.
Chicago Bears 23 San Diego Chargers 31
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