Weekly Spotlight
The Raiders Offense Vs The Steelers Defense
Joe Maass: The Raiders offense normally wouldn’t match up but with Jason Campbell playing well the past few weeks it really opens up what the Raiders can do. Luis Murphy should be back and Jacoby Ford blew up before the bye. They also have a great running game led by Darren McFadden. Teams have been moving the ball very well through the air on the Steelers in recent weeks but Jason Campbell isn’t Drew Brees or Tom Brady. The Steelers have some playmakers on defense and when Troy Polamalu gets going he can disrupt any game plan.
Dr Jamez: Jason Campbell isn’t Drew Brees or Tom Brady?! Since when?!
The Raiders Defense Vs The Steelers Offense
Dr. Jamez: The Raiders defense hasn’t been the problem the passed few years. Nnamdi Asomugha will lead a stacked defensive back corps that should have no problem man covering Pittsburgh’s lack luster wide receivers which will easily allow the Raiders to stop Rashard Mendenhall and let Richard Seymour be in Roethlisberger’s stupid sexual assault face all day.
Joe Maass: I’m really not sure how they get a play call in with Ben smelling so bad….
Special Teams
Dr. Jamez: The Steelers had trouble with special team last year, they’ve gotten a bit better in kick and punt coverage but with all the injuries you’re likely to see that decline again. Also this week the Steelers let veteran kicker Jeff Reed take his wife beating duties full time and signed Shaun Suisham who you’ll remember from Washington as the worst kicker ever.
Joe Maass: Jacoby Ford is a weapon in the return game and was able to score in the Raiders last game, he could be a factor.
The Bottom Line
Joe Maass: The deck does look stacked in the Raiders favor but they are still lining up vs. a very good Steelers football team. It’s clear the injuries along both lines are taking their toll on the Steelers and I think that will continue this week when the Raiders win.
Dr Jamez: I’m surprised anyone is picking the Steelers to win this game. The Raiders are hot right now and coming off a bye I think without those factors normally you could make the case that the Steelers are the better team but with so many question marks I can’t see how Pittsburgh can make it out alive.
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Injury Woes: Week 11
Injury Woes: Week 11
Dr. Jamez
The theme of the Colts 2011 season has been “no, no not him too” injuries clearly casting a dark shadow over what was believed to be the team to beat in the AFC this season. Going in to this week’s grudge match with The Patriots who are tied with the conference leading Jets at 7-2 the injury report is as full as ever. The Colts gave their early week list of players that would certainly miss the following week’s game and Colts fans were given a ray of hope in that the only player ruled out for the week was Bob Sanders. However, that ray of hope was diminished greatly when Wednesday the Colts posted the first injury report of the week with every player that missed The Bengals game (Bracket, Session, Tyron, Addai, Hart) missing practice with the exception of Blair White and Austen Collie who were limited with a new addition, Reggie Wayne.
Something more concerning about the report is comments made by Colts President Bill Polian earlier in the week. The verbiage is
An excerpt from Bill Polian’s weekly column
Q: How good are the Patriots?
A: Very good, and most importantly, this game will not decide anything. There is a long way to go in this season. The winner of this game is not guaranteed to go to the Super Bowl, and the loser is not guaranteed to miss the playoffs. It's one game and it's interesting and exciting, but it's only one game with seven to go.
The verbiage is what is important here, if you follow the Colts you’ll remember Polian used similar comments when being asked about the Jets game in which Indianapolis was 14-0 with two games left to complete an undefeated season in 2010. Because the Colts have a full game lead in the division with three divisional games to play two being at home it seems that the staff is likely to keep out the key players for the extra rest because they will most likely win the division so they are guaranteed one home game and aren’t the one seed so will most likely have at least one road game so the feeling is losing to the Patriots who are a wild card team doesn’t actually mean anything in the grand scheme of things. If you’re a rabid Colts fan like Dr. Jamez it’s just a major bummer. I’m going to remain cautiously optimistic though and hope the skill players do come back and save the day. GO COLTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Dr. Jamez
The theme of the Colts 2011 season has been “no, no not him too” injuries clearly casting a dark shadow over what was believed to be the team to beat in the AFC this season. Going in to this week’s grudge match with The Patriots who are tied with the conference leading Jets at 7-2 the injury report is as full as ever. The Colts gave their early week list of players that would certainly miss the following week’s game and Colts fans were given a ray of hope in that the only player ruled out for the week was Bob Sanders. However, that ray of hope was diminished greatly when Wednesday the Colts posted the first injury report of the week with every player that missed The Bengals game (Bracket, Session, Tyron, Addai, Hart) missing practice with the exception of Blair White and Austen Collie who were limited with a new addition, Reggie Wayne.
Something more concerning about the report is comments made by Colts President Bill Polian earlier in the week. The verbiage is
An excerpt from Bill Polian’s weekly column
Q: How good are the Patriots?
A: Very good, and most importantly, this game will not decide anything. There is a long way to go in this season. The winner of this game is not guaranteed to go to the Super Bowl, and the loser is not guaranteed to miss the playoffs. It's one game and it's interesting and exciting, but it's only one game with seven to go.
The verbiage is what is important here, if you follow the Colts you’ll remember Polian used similar comments when being asked about the Jets game in which Indianapolis was 14-0 with two games left to complete an undefeated season in 2010. Because the Colts have a full game lead in the division with three divisional games to play two being at home it seems that the staff is likely to keep out the key players for the extra rest because they will most likely win the division so they are guaranteed one home game and aren’t the one seed so will most likely have at least one road game so the feeling is losing to the Patriots who are a wild card team doesn’t actually mean anything in the grand scheme of things. If you’re a rabid Colts fan like Dr. Jamez it’s just a major bummer. I’m going to remain cautiously optimistic though and hope the skill players do come back and save the day. GO COLTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Weekly Recap:Bengals at Colts
Weekly Recap
Bengals at Colts
Dr. Jamez
It’s sad but true the Colts team that’s taking the field as of right now is not a complete team. Riddled with injuries and more piling up seemingly each week the Colts went in to the Bengals game expecting to not have Austen Collie, Blair White, Joe Addai, Mike Hart, and Brody Eldridge on offense. What wasn’t expected was not having defensive captain Gary Bracket or Clint Session. At game time everyone was left dumbfounded to find Pat Angerer, Phillip wheeler, and Tyjuan Hagler would be Indianapolis’ starting linebackers. Needless to say at kickoff Colts nation was sweating.
The Colts did jump out to a 17-0 lead with to two interceptions one for a touchdown but for anyone who knows Colts football it felt like Indianapolis was losing the whole time. The offense couldn’t run, couldn’t pass, and couldn’t convert third downs. This game was Indianapolis’ season high for punting. Manning was unable to score a passing touchdown for the second time this season, both during the major string of injuries that have recently plagued the team.
The defense did look shockingly good in the beginning of the game that’s more an indictment on Carson Palmer then anything else. Chad Johnson played like a man possessed trying to get back to the high level of production he and the NFL expect from him. T.O. looked to be every bit the perennial Probowler and future hall of famer he is. Ultimately there is almost no way to win a game with five turnovers especially against a team as well coached as the Colts so the Colts would inch by with a 17-23 final score.
What I take away from this game honestly isn’t a good feeling about our teams never say die attitude and “next man up” philosophy it’s a feeling of doom going in to a two game stretch with hated rivals New England and San Diego. The Idea That Indianapolis would cause five turnovers and one not score over 35 but two not score a passing touchdown shows just how crippled the team had become. I’m truly hoping and praying we can get a large majority of our starters back for this New England game.
Bengals at Colts
Dr. Jamez
It’s sad but true the Colts team that’s taking the field as of right now is not a complete team. Riddled with injuries and more piling up seemingly each week the Colts went in to the Bengals game expecting to not have Austen Collie, Blair White, Joe Addai, Mike Hart, and Brody Eldridge on offense. What wasn’t expected was not having defensive captain Gary Bracket or Clint Session. At game time everyone was left dumbfounded to find Pat Angerer, Phillip wheeler, and Tyjuan Hagler would be Indianapolis’ starting linebackers. Needless to say at kickoff Colts nation was sweating.
The Colts did jump out to a 17-0 lead with to two interceptions one for a touchdown but for anyone who knows Colts football it felt like Indianapolis was losing the whole time. The offense couldn’t run, couldn’t pass, and couldn’t convert third downs. This game was Indianapolis’ season high for punting. Manning was unable to score a passing touchdown for the second time this season, both during the major string of injuries that have recently plagued the team.
The defense did look shockingly good in the beginning of the game that’s more an indictment on Carson Palmer then anything else. Chad Johnson played like a man possessed trying to get back to the high level of production he and the NFL expect from him. T.O. looked to be every bit the perennial Probowler and future hall of famer he is. Ultimately there is almost no way to win a game with five turnovers especially against a team as well coached as the Colts so the Colts would inch by with a 17-23 final score.
What I take away from this game honestly isn’t a good feeling about our teams never say die attitude and “next man up” philosophy it’s a feeling of doom going in to a two game stretch with hated rivals New England and San Diego. The Idea That Indianapolis would cause five turnovers and one not score over 35 but two not score a passing touchdown shows just how crippled the team had become. I’m truly hoping and praying we can get a large majority of our starters back for this New England game.
AFC Player of the Week: Week 11
AFC Player of the Week: Week 11
Dr. Jamez
Offense: Kyle Otron, 296 yards, Four Touchdowns, no interceptions, rating of 131
As is most cases in a blow out both quarterbacks had ridiculous numbers but Orton with a 49-29 victory had the legit stats. Orton looked great and was putting the ball in places only his receivers could get it.
Defense: Kelvin Hayden, nine tackles, one interception, one touchdown.
The rule this year for Hayden has been you catch it, you score. This week it was vital to the win with an ailing offense the Colts needed a full team effort and that’s what they got from the all star corner back.
Dr. Jamez
Offense: Kyle Otron, 296 yards, Four Touchdowns, no interceptions, rating of 131
As is most cases in a blow out both quarterbacks had ridiculous numbers but Orton with a 49-29 victory had the legit stats. Orton looked great and was putting the ball in places only his receivers could get it.
Defense: Kelvin Hayden, nine tackles, one interception, one touchdown.
The rule this year for Hayden has been you catch it, you score. This week it was vital to the win with an ailing offense the Colts needed a full team effort and that’s what they got from the all star corner back.
Monday, November 15, 2010
Week 11 Power Rankings
Week 11 Power Rankings
1. Jets- Tied for best record in the league and have a blow out win over the team they’re tied with. –Dr. Jamez
2. Falcons- I love me some Matty Ice. –Dr. Jamez
3. Packers- A blowout and a bye helped them sneak to 3rd. –Dr. Jamez
4. Giants- This team is eerily similar to the 2007 team. –Dr. Jamez
5. Ravens- Tough loss but still second in the conference. –Dr. Jamez
6. Colts- The teams too injured to be consider a contender right now but if they get healthy at
the time they’re planning too they could make a run of it. –Dr. Jamez
7. Steelers- The defense can stop the run but that’s only going to help versus the Jets any other team they play in the playoffs will have a quarterback that will dissect them. –Dr. Jamez
8. Patriots- Decent road win. –Dr. Jamez
9. Titans- So they added Randy Moss and got worst…….?–Dr. Jamez
10. Eagles- Making moves to try to take the east, two big divisional matches in a row could
change the landscape of the NFC. –Dr. Jamez
11. Raiders- What the hell is going on in the west? –Dr. Jamez
12. Dolphins- They got a big win but at what cost? –Dr. Jamez
13. Chiefs- WHAT the hell is going on in the west? –Dr. Jamez
14. Bucs- I just cant imagine them breaking out of the middle of the pack based on beating up
the Panthers. –Dr. Jamez
15. Bears- I’m not impressed with your performance–Dr. Jamez
16. Texans- oh there they are, 4-5–Dr. Jamez
17. Browns- Going toe to toe with every good team in the league now that the Colt McCoy era
has begun. –Dr. Jamez
18. Jaguars- You can only have so many miracle wins in a season. –Dr. Jamez
19. Lions- On the decline with Stafford out again, most likely for the season. –Dr. Jamez
20. Seahawks- The NFC west is so irrelevant, they should have to surrender their playoff spot
to the east. –Dr. Jamez
21. Saints- I guess they’re a wild card…..–Dr. Jamez
22. Rams- Could make the playoffs with a losing record. –Dr. Jamez
23. Redskins- McNabb has been playing very poorly he needs to get it going if they want to stay
contenders in the east. –Dr. Jamez
24. 49ers- Could still win the west too, I will say Troy Smith seems to be the spark they
needed–Dr. Jamez
25. Bengals- There’s no way to win with 5 turnovers all the talent in the world except at quarterback. –Dr. Jamez
26. Broncos- Everyone in the west hates each other makes it fund to watch. –Dr. Jamez
27. Vikings- The Brett Favre farewell tour–Dr. Jamez
28. Chargers- Not very good. –Dr. Jamez
29. Cardinals- There’s only so many things you can comment on a crappy team and it’s a long
season…..–Dr. Jamez
30. Cowboys- This week was just a death rattle still garbage. –Dr. Jamez
31. Panthers- weren’t good with their starting quarterback, not good with the rookie one either.
–Dr. Jamez
32. Bills- ARE FINALLY ON THE BOARD!!!! –Dr. Jamez
1. Jets- Tied for best record in the league and have a blow out win over the team they’re tied with. –Dr. Jamez
2. Falcons- I love me some Matty Ice. –Dr. Jamez
3. Packers- A blowout and a bye helped them sneak to 3rd. –Dr. Jamez
4. Giants- This team is eerily similar to the 2007 team. –Dr. Jamez
5. Ravens- Tough loss but still second in the conference. –Dr. Jamez
6. Colts- The teams too injured to be consider a contender right now but if they get healthy at
the time they’re planning too they could make a run of it. –Dr. Jamez
7. Steelers- The defense can stop the run but that’s only going to help versus the Jets any other team they play in the playoffs will have a quarterback that will dissect them. –Dr. Jamez
8. Patriots- Decent road win. –Dr. Jamez
9. Titans- So they added Randy Moss and got worst…….?–Dr. Jamez
10. Eagles- Making moves to try to take the east, two big divisional matches in a row could
change the landscape of the NFC. –Dr. Jamez
11. Raiders- What the hell is going on in the west? –Dr. Jamez
12. Dolphins- They got a big win but at what cost? –Dr. Jamez
13. Chiefs- WHAT the hell is going on in the west? –Dr. Jamez
14. Bucs- I just cant imagine them breaking out of the middle of the pack based on beating up
the Panthers. –Dr. Jamez
15. Bears- I’m not impressed with your performance–Dr. Jamez
16. Texans- oh there they are, 4-5–Dr. Jamez
17. Browns- Going toe to toe with every good team in the league now that the Colt McCoy era
has begun. –Dr. Jamez
18. Jaguars- You can only have so many miracle wins in a season. –Dr. Jamez
19. Lions- On the decline with Stafford out again, most likely for the season. –Dr. Jamez
20. Seahawks- The NFC west is so irrelevant, they should have to surrender their playoff spot
to the east. –Dr. Jamez
21. Saints- I guess they’re a wild card…..–Dr. Jamez
22. Rams- Could make the playoffs with a losing record. –Dr. Jamez
23. Redskins- McNabb has been playing very poorly he needs to get it going if they want to stay
contenders in the east. –Dr. Jamez
24. 49ers- Could still win the west too, I will say Troy Smith seems to be the spark they
needed–Dr. Jamez
25. Bengals- There’s no way to win with 5 turnovers all the talent in the world except at quarterback. –Dr. Jamez
26. Broncos- Everyone in the west hates each other makes it fund to watch. –Dr. Jamez
27. Vikings- The Brett Favre farewell tour–Dr. Jamez
28. Chargers- Not very good. –Dr. Jamez
29. Cardinals- There’s only so many things you can comment on a crappy team and it’s a long
season…..–Dr. Jamez
30. Cowboys- This week was just a death rattle still garbage. –Dr. Jamez
31. Panthers- weren’t good with their starting quarterback, not good with the rookie one either.
–Dr. Jamez
32. Bills- ARE FINALLY ON THE BOARD!!!! –Dr. Jamez
Friday, November 5, 2010
Dr. Jamez's week in spotlight
Dr. Jamez's week in spotlight
How Dr. Jamez Really feels.
This week’s games are full of crazy match ups and I think this is going to be one of those wild weekends we’ve been having his year because I’m normally pretty good at picking matchups but this week I can see half of what would normally be looks losing. We’ll go game by game on what’s perplexing me and how I went.
Tampa Bay at Atlanta- here’s a game that will probably be a blow out but Tampa is finding ways to win and that’s the only thing that matters. I’ve been totally wrong about them this year and who’s to say that this isn’t the dagger with their sixth win something I said was nothing short of impossible for them this year.
Miami at Baltimore- Baltimore should be a legitimate Superbowl contender with the talent that roster has. But I don’t think they are Ray Rice isn’t running very well. Flacco hasn’t taken that next step everyone thought they would Boldin has been great but the play calling has been so bad they haven’t got maximum efficiency from him.
Chicago at Buffalo- Chicago isn’t very good and the bills have been scratching and clawing for a win every week. This could easily be a 2 score win by buffalo
New England at Cleveland- Honestly this isn’t just me being a hater I thought the Browns looked great in there loss to the Steelers and that was McCoy’s first start versus the best defense in the league. Then they blow out the Saints and McCoy looks like a rock star compared to Brees. The Browns have a good defense, good running game and Mangini knows (and hates) the Pats and this has all the makings of a trap game for New England. I just officially changed my pick to the Browns.
N.Y. Jets at Detroit- The Jets offense is terrible and defense in the Lions strong suit. If Stafford plays like the hero I think he is and finishes this game it could be two upsets in a row.
San Diego at Houston- Neither is too good, and Gates probably isn’t going to play so now that team no good offensive players.
Arizona at Minnesota- this one is hard to pick because WHO FREAKING CARES? The teams are both pointless so who has the will to play hard? Derek Anderson is as good if not better then Favre both defenses aren’t any good so basically it’s the Adrian Peterson show.
Kansas City at Oakland- they’re both playing so well and their strengths play in to each other. So this will come down to Cassel vs. Campbell…..?!
Pittsburgh at Cincinnati- Carson Palmer sucks but the Steelers can’t handle a good passing game. It’s in the division so that’s another wild card. What if this is the game that the Bengals get it going on? It would make sense if it was….
How Dr. Jamez Really feels.
This week’s games are full of crazy match ups and I think this is going to be one of those wild weekends we’ve been having his year because I’m normally pretty good at picking matchups but this week I can see half of what would normally be looks losing. We’ll go game by game on what’s perplexing me and how I went.
Tampa Bay at Atlanta- here’s a game that will probably be a blow out but Tampa is finding ways to win and that’s the only thing that matters. I’ve been totally wrong about them this year and who’s to say that this isn’t the dagger with their sixth win something I said was nothing short of impossible for them this year.
Miami at Baltimore- Baltimore should be a legitimate Superbowl contender with the talent that roster has. But I don’t think they are Ray Rice isn’t running very well. Flacco hasn’t taken that next step everyone thought they would Boldin has been great but the play calling has been so bad they haven’t got maximum efficiency from him.
Chicago at Buffalo- Chicago isn’t very good and the bills have been scratching and clawing for a win every week. This could easily be a 2 score win by buffalo
New England at Cleveland- Honestly this isn’t just me being a hater I thought the Browns looked great in there loss to the Steelers and that was McCoy’s first start versus the best defense in the league. Then they blow out the Saints and McCoy looks like a rock star compared to Brees. The Browns have a good defense, good running game and Mangini knows (and hates) the Pats and this has all the makings of a trap game for New England. I just officially changed my pick to the Browns.
N.Y. Jets at Detroit- The Jets offense is terrible and defense in the Lions strong suit. If Stafford plays like the hero I think he is and finishes this game it could be two upsets in a row.
San Diego at Houston- Neither is too good, and Gates probably isn’t going to play so now that team no good offensive players.
Arizona at Minnesota- this one is hard to pick because WHO FREAKING CARES? The teams are both pointless so who has the will to play hard? Derek Anderson is as good if not better then Favre both defenses aren’t any good so basically it’s the Adrian Peterson show.
Kansas City at Oakland- they’re both playing so well and their strengths play in to each other. So this will come down to Cassel vs. Campbell…..?!
Pittsburgh at Cincinnati- Carson Palmer sucks but the Steelers can’t handle a good passing game. It’s in the division so that’s another wild card. What if this is the game that the Bengals get it going on? It would make sense if it was….
NFL WEEK 9 PICKS
NFL WEEK 9 PICKS
So Joe was sober enough to show up to work this time but not enough to comment on all the games so I’ll fill in for his New England comment.
Tampa Bay at Atlanta
Joe Maass- Bucs- Freeman gets another 4th quarter comeback
Dr. Jamez- Falcons- I like how Tampa is playing but Raheem Morris is a douche bag and they’re going to get blown out for the third time by the third legit team they’ve played.
Miami at Baltimore
Joe Maass- Ravens- Ray Rice goes nuts
Dr. Jamez- Ravens- I’m not sure the Ravens can win this game
Chicago at Buffalo
Joe Maass- Bears- Really Buffalo probably should win
Dr. Jamez- Bears- Really Buffalo probably should win
New Orleans at Carolina
Joe Maass- Saints- Carolina is just bad
Dr. Jamez- Saints- and everyone knows how much I hate to do it.
New England at Cleveland
Joe Maass- Patriots-daddy loves Tommy’s long hair they should own, boom! –Joe Maass by way of Dr. Jamez
Dr. Jamez- Browns- Colt McCoy might be able to win this game.
N.Y. Jets at Detroit
Joe Maass- Jets- LT dominates
Dr. Jamez- Jets- this week seems like it will be filled with upsets and my picks will end up being 2-12
San Diego at Houston
Joe Maass- Chargers- Rivers owns that defense for 400+
Dr. Jamez- Texans- I don’t see how the chargers can win, Rivers will be the only qb this year that doesn’t torch this terrible pass defense
Arizona at Minnesota
Joe Maass- Vikings- Brett Favre just can’t stop
Dr. Jamez- Vikings- The Vikings will set a record for dead people on the field this year with Favre dying on the field and Percy Harvin who has been legally dead for 2 years.
N.Y. Giants at Seattle
Joe Maass- Giants- It’s gonna be a blood bath
Dr. Jamez- Giants- The Giants have ko’ed every qb they have played except Peyton, They got Hasslebeck before he even got on the field
Indianapolis at Philadelphia
Joe Maass- Colts- the Return of Vick
Dr. Jamez- Colts- Joe , remember when Tampa used to play Vick and sack him like 6 times in a game? Yeah our pass rushers are faster and better….
Kansas City at Oakland
Joe Maass- Raiders- ugh…..
Dr. Jamez- Chiefs – I don’t know what to make of this week….
Dallas at Green Bay
Joe Maass- Packers- Dallas is just sad…
Dr. Jamez- Packers- Thank god a easy to call game….. and a blow out.
Pittsburgh at Cincinnati
Joe Maass- Steelers- Big Ben all day
Dr. Jamez- Steelers- I’m not even totally sure about this one.
So Joe was sober enough to show up to work this time but not enough to comment on all the games so I’ll fill in for his New England comment.
Tampa Bay at Atlanta
Joe Maass- Bucs- Freeman gets another 4th quarter comeback
Dr. Jamez- Falcons- I like how Tampa is playing but Raheem Morris is a douche bag and they’re going to get blown out for the third time by the third legit team they’ve played.
Miami at Baltimore
Joe Maass- Ravens- Ray Rice goes nuts
Dr. Jamez- Ravens- I’m not sure the Ravens can win this game
Chicago at Buffalo
Joe Maass- Bears- Really Buffalo probably should win
Dr. Jamez- Bears- Really Buffalo probably should win
New Orleans at Carolina
Joe Maass- Saints- Carolina is just bad
Dr. Jamez- Saints- and everyone knows how much I hate to do it.
New England at Cleveland
Joe Maass- Patriots-daddy loves Tommy’s long hair they should own, boom! –Joe Maass by way of Dr. Jamez
Dr. Jamez- Browns- Colt McCoy might be able to win this game.
N.Y. Jets at Detroit
Joe Maass- Jets- LT dominates
Dr. Jamez- Jets- this week seems like it will be filled with upsets and my picks will end up being 2-12
San Diego at Houston
Joe Maass- Chargers- Rivers owns that defense for 400+
Dr. Jamez- Texans- I don’t see how the chargers can win, Rivers will be the only qb this year that doesn’t torch this terrible pass defense
Arizona at Minnesota
Joe Maass- Vikings- Brett Favre just can’t stop
Dr. Jamez- Vikings- The Vikings will set a record for dead people on the field this year with Favre dying on the field and Percy Harvin who has been legally dead for 2 years.
N.Y. Giants at Seattle
Joe Maass- Giants- It’s gonna be a blood bath
Dr. Jamez- Giants- The Giants have ko’ed every qb they have played except Peyton, They got Hasslebeck before he even got on the field
Indianapolis at Philadelphia
Joe Maass- Colts- the Return of Vick
Dr. Jamez- Colts- Joe , remember when Tampa used to play Vick and sack him like 6 times in a game? Yeah our pass rushers are faster and better….
Kansas City at Oakland
Joe Maass- Raiders- ugh…..
Dr. Jamez- Chiefs – I don’t know what to make of this week….
Dallas at Green Bay
Joe Maass- Packers- Dallas is just sad…
Dr. Jamez- Packers- Thank god a easy to call game….. and a blow out.
Pittsburgh at Cincinnati
Joe Maass- Steelers- Big Ben all day
Dr. Jamez- Steelers- I’m not even totally sure about this one.
State of the NFC week 9
State of the NFC week 9
Joe Maass
This week features a game to decide first place in the NFC south between the Bucs and Falcons however this game shouldn’t impact the final standings of the NFC south. With the benching of McNabb still fresh the Redskins worked out former number 1 pick Jamarcus Russel. The Giants play at Seattle this weekend in a battle of division leaders but really leading the NFC west isn’t anything to write home about. Minnesota waived Randy Moss this week and was picked up by the Tennessee Titans. Does Lovie Smith get fired if his Chicago Bears notch Buffalo’s first win of the season? Buffalo has been pretty competitive the last few weeks and lost a couple game in overtime. Why are the Cowboys the NFC version of the Chargers? Always so much hype but they always fall short the season wasn’t looking good with Tony Romo at quarter back and Kitna isn’t getting it done. If I were Jerry Jones I’d call Jeff Garcia. Matthew Stafford returned from injury and threw four touchdown passes hopefully they can keep him from taking too many shots and keep him healthy. The Cardinals are going to with Derek Anderson at quarterback after Max Hall threw two interceptions for touchdowns this past weekend vs. the Bucs.
Injuries
• Rumor has it that Drew Brees is hurt but he claims the reports are false and he is practicing without a brace or sleeve on his knee.
• The Bucs starting center Jeff Faine and right tackle Jeremy Trueblood both will miss Sundays game..
• The Falcons get Daunta Robinson back this week
• Eagles wide receiver Desean Jackson has been cleared to play.
Thursday, November 4, 2010
State of the AFC week 9
State of the AFC week 9
Dr. Jamez
Dr. Jamez
This week the AFC saw the drama the NFL has come to call common place this season in full effect. We saw what I considered the best team in the NFL the Jets exposed on offense coming off a bye but an injury depleted Packers team. The Steelers who many others considered the best team in the NFL convincingly beat by a Saints team is coming off being blown out by the Browns. The one bit of stability we found is that Indianapolis is back in a familiar spot at sole ownership of first place in the AFC south coming off a domination of the Houston Texans on Monday night, But not with out a cost.
I’ll be upfront with you this is supposed to be a state of the whole AFC however like other times I’ve written it I’ve gotten a wave of bad news on the injury front for the Colts so I’ll spend most of my time lamenting that. News came in today that Clint Session the starting OLB suffered not only a dislocated elbow but wait for it…. That’s right a broken forearm first I have to give a lot of respect to the man for playing through that in a game that we desperately needed to win. The heart and selflessness he showed is what this team is defined by. Now that that’s said I really want to throw up, we had finally gotten Angerer, Session, and Bracket on the field at the same time which I felt would improve our run defense tremendously and for the most part did but with this news we’re back to where we were before at best. No official reports yet confirming or denying this thus no time table on how much time he will miss. That wasn’t the only thing on the Thursday injury avalanche, no not at all. Mike Hart who ran brilliantly on Monday hurt his ankle in someway that hasn’t been disclosed yet and was scheduled to have an MRI on it no official news yet but there’s nothing good about having an MRI and he hasn’t practiced for two days in a row. Not to be out done by someone in their first start, Anthony Gonzalez injured his knee on a dirty hit out of bounce by Houston’s crappy free safety and reports are that he’ll probably be gone for the rest of the year. But let’s even the bad news out on both sides of the ball Jerraud Powers did not participate for the second day in a row (he didn’t practice all last week either) with a foot injury. The one ray of hope in all off this is that Austen Collie was limited on Wednesday and fully participated on Thursday which is a godsend if he can play and Blair White can continue to return punts and play the fourth wide out. Other depressing news is Brodie Eldridge and Robert Mathis didn’t participate this week either but I think Mathis will play just with a knee brace. That’s that….. Thank god we still have Manning who will be starting his 200th consecutive game this Sunday versus the Philadelphia Eagles.
Keeping with the central theme of all things Indy this week Randy Moss was traded to back to the AFC and in to The Colts division to the second place Tennessee Titans. Time will tell how this effects the Colts, Titans and AFC as of now I don’t have a precise opinion on it yet.
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
RANDY MOSS TO THE TENNESSEE TITANS
RANDY MOSS TO THE TENNESSEE TITANS
That’s right something I think almost no one saw coming Randy Moss has been traded to the divisional rival of Dr. Jamez’s own Indianapolis Colts. On Wednesday afternoon the Titans Claimed Moss from waivers. The claim on Moss was necessitated by the Hamstring injury to the budding Kenny Britt who according to the team will be out “for an extended Period of time” This is a big time acquisition for the AFC south contending Titans who have been dynamic this year. The Titans will now have Moss for both match ups with the division leading Colts as well as both meetings with the leagues worst ranked pass defense the Houston Texans. Most certainly a big treat for Titans fan to talk about entering their bye.
-Dr. Jamez
That’s right something I think almost no one saw coming Randy Moss has been traded to the divisional rival of Dr. Jamez’s own Indianapolis Colts. On Wednesday afternoon the Titans Claimed Moss from waivers. The claim on Moss was necessitated by the Hamstring injury to the budding Kenny Britt who according to the team will be out “for an extended Period of time” This is a big time acquisition for the AFC south contending Titans who have been dynamic this year. The Titans will now have Moss for both match ups with the division leading Colts as well as both meetings with the leagues worst ranked pass defense the Houston Texans. Most certainly a big treat for Titans fan to talk about entering their bye.
-Dr. Jamez
Texans at Colts recap
Texans at Colts recap
17-30
This was the most important game of the season thus far and may very well be the most important game until we win the Superbowl this year. Going in to this game there were so many questions, issues and on my part full on worries. We’re seldom beat the same way but with the week one massacre of the run defense has kept me wake for 7 weeks. Beyond that The Colts decided the bye week was the best time to lose all our best players in the receiving game (except my boy Reggie Wayne, love that guy) losing Dallas Clark to the I.R., Austen Collie for 2-4 weeks, and Joseph Addai then unbeknownst to the fans we would also not have Jerraud Powers and Jacob Lacey Two of our starting corners.
The game starts off with a great defensive drive by the Colts to force a three and out which is exactly what the Colts needed because the lost the coin toss. Then the offense takes the field and I’m licking my chops thinking if we score here it’s all but over. The first play Manning to Tamme (who was replacing Clark) in the flat, point blank dropped pass. Play two same exact play except to Brodie Eldrige point blank drop….. then a incompletion on third and ten and the Colt start with a three and out at this point I’m hanging the rope and writing my note but then the Colts defense comes out and sends a message and sets a pace for the whole game starts with a Freeney sack and then another three and out. The Colt’s next drive Manning goes right back to Tamme except this time for a forty yard strike to put them in the green zone for the go ahead score. The next drive Kelvin Hayden Picks off Matt Schaub and takes it to the house for 6 with a fourteen to nothing start the Colts never looked back with a final score of thirty to seventeen.
Things worth mentioning beyond that, Mike Hart came in and true to the next man up philosophy had a great game with nearly 100 yards rushing a mile stone he most likely would have gotten had he not left the game in the fourth quarter. What would one of my columns be with out mention on Manning’s MVP performance? I’m not going to dole praise on him for his two touchdowns nor the fact he didn’t throw any interceptions in yet another game and is leading the league with a low of two interceptions. No, I’m recognizing him this time for two things you seldom see him do first his 15 yard scramble for a first down that would have made Archie proud I bring this up because it’s the first time in four years he’s ending a game with positive rush yardage. Next I think Peyton’s key block on a Defensive back to help Pierre Garcon get the first down on what was for sure the play of the week deserves to be mentioned as well. Over all great win that was crucial to the success of the team. Short week headed in to Philadelphia but hopefully headed to a Colt’s win I can highlight for you next week. GO COLTS!!!!!
Dr. Jamez
Bucs at Cardinals Recap
Bucs at Cardinals Recap
38-35 Bucs
It started ugly and finished just the same but in the end the Bucs stretch their road winning streak to 5 games (dating back to last season). It’s not often the Bucs put up 30+ points and they wouldn’t have Sunday without scores on defense. The Bucs and Cardinals scored three touchdowns on defense with the Bucs scoring twice on interception returns and the Cardinals once on a fumble. The Bucs took a seventeen point lead in the third quarter, from a LeGarrette Blount fifteen yard touchdown run, and looked to be in control of the game. The Bucs were then torched for twenty one unanswered points by the Cardinals before Josh Freeman was able to mount his fourth, fourth quarter comeback of the season. It did appear that after the Bucs took the lead the Cardinals with Derek Anderson at quarterback would have a shot to tie the game or take the lead. Aqib Talib (week 8 DPOW NFC) was able to jump a route and seal the game for the Bucs with his second interception of the game.
-Joe Maass
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Player of the week Dr Jamez edition
Player of the week Dr Jamez edition
AFC
Offense- Jason Campbell- 15/27, 310 Yards, 2 Touchdowns, 0 Interceptions
I like Jason Campbell, sure these are super star numbers but he played well and won against a decent team. This may be the only chance he’ll have to get it all year so I’m giving it to him. Jason Campbell on the pass!
Defense- Dwight Freeney- 2 sacks, 1 forced fumble
There weren’t a lot of stellar defensive performances in the AFC this week but this was certainly a stand out two sacks, three hurries, and a forced fumble to seal the game in the red zone. Perhaps this is they type of play we all take for granted because he and Mathis do it so often but It took a total team effort to win this game and that’s what they got. Two chest pounds and a salute.
AFC
Offense- Jason Campbell- 15/27, 310 Yards, 2 Touchdowns, 0 Interceptions
I like Jason Campbell, sure these are super star numbers but he played well and won against a decent team. This may be the only chance he’ll have to get it all year so I’m giving it to him. Jason Campbell on the pass!
Defense- Dwight Freeney- 2 sacks, 1 forced fumble
There weren’t a lot of stellar defensive performances in the AFC this week but this was certainly a stand out two sacks, three hurries, and a forced fumble to seal the game in the red zone. Perhaps this is they type of play we all take for granted because he and Mathis do it so often but It took a total team effort to win this game and that’s what they got. Two chest pounds and a salute.
Week 9 Power Rankings
Week 9 Power Rankings
I would again like to point out that this is weighted between Joe and my self’s rankings. I once again placed the bucs higher then the Bucs fan and yes, I do still think the Patriots to be pretenders.
1. Giants- Once again the God Slayer reigns supreme (over the patriots no less) –Dr. Jamez
2. Patriots- Pretenders ( I’ll have you all know I put the Pats over the Colts to be unbiased because they have a better record but they are in no way better then the colts) –Dr. Jamez
3. Colts- Back where they belong –Dr. Jamez
4. Steelers- Need to show they can win over a high caliber quarterback –Dr. Jamez
5. Packers- Looking to be the team everyone thought they were at the beginning of the season –
Dr. Jamez
6. Jets- Would be amazing if Sanchez and the play calling didn’t suck so bad will still win the east – Dr. Jamez
7. Ravens- Hopefully come back strong from the bye play calling is also a huge issue here – Dr. Jamez
8. Chiefs – Finding ways to win each week sign of a good team– Dr. Jamez
9. Falcons- Regardless of what Morris says the falcons are in fact leading the south – Dr. Jamez
10. Texans- Might not be the Superbowl contender they were considered to be. – Dr. Jamez
11. Titans – Good Defense but the offense too a big hit losing Britt “for an extended period of time. – Dr. Jamez
12. Dolphins- 4-0 on the road……– Dr. Jamez
13. Eagles- Huge test this week but Vick returning should make it interesting – Dr. Jamez
14. Raiders- Better and better every week. Jason Campbell on the pass! – Dr. Jamez
15. Saints- Just saw the death rattle out of them beating the Steelers. – Dr. Jamez
16. Bucs- Second place in the division very strong. – Dr. Jamez
17. Browns- Hopefully they will continue to use Colt McCoy who has played very well for them
as a rookie. – Dr. Jamez
18. Jaguars- Beating the Cowboys by 1 or 55 means less then beating the bills – Dr. Jamez
19. Redskins- Offense needs a boost. Maybe Randy Moss is coming to town – Dr. Jamez
20. Seahawks- “I would say something about being the best in their division doesn’t mean much” – Joe Maass
21. Bears- Any one need some sacks? – Dr. Jamez
22. Lions- Look for the Lions to make some noise with Stafford back. – Dr. Jamez
23. Rams- Offense needs a boost. Maybe Randy Moss is coming to town– Dr. Jamez
24. Bengals- Carson Palmer sucks….– Dr. Jamez
25. Cardinals- No easy answers for who is going to lead this team – Dr. Jamez
26. Chargers- suck! – Dr. Jamez
27. 49ers – Maybe Troy Smith is what they needed – Dr. Jamez
28. Vikings- Offense needs a boost. Maybe Randy Moss is coming to town– Dr. Jamez
29. Cowboys- With the 2011 First overall draft pick the Dallas Cowboys select…..– Dr. Jamez
30. Broncos- WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON?! – Dr. Jamez
31. Panthers- At least they got one…– Dr. Jamez
32. Bills- You have died of dysentery – Dr. Jamez
I would again like to point out that this is weighted between Joe and my self’s rankings. I once again placed the bucs higher then the Bucs fan and yes, I do still think the Patriots to be pretenders.
1. Giants- Once again the God Slayer reigns supreme (over the patriots no less) –Dr. Jamez
2. Patriots- Pretenders ( I’ll have you all know I put the Pats over the Colts to be unbiased because they have a better record but they are in no way better then the colts) –Dr. Jamez
3. Colts- Back where they belong –Dr. Jamez
4. Steelers- Need to show they can win over a high caliber quarterback –Dr. Jamez
5. Packers- Looking to be the team everyone thought they were at the beginning of the season –
Dr. Jamez
6. Jets- Would be amazing if Sanchez and the play calling didn’t suck so bad will still win the east – Dr. Jamez
7. Ravens- Hopefully come back strong from the bye play calling is also a huge issue here – Dr. Jamez
8. Chiefs – Finding ways to win each week sign of a good team– Dr. Jamez
9. Falcons- Regardless of what Morris says the falcons are in fact leading the south – Dr. Jamez
10. Texans- Might not be the Superbowl contender they were considered to be. – Dr. Jamez
11. Titans – Good Defense but the offense too a big hit losing Britt “for an extended period of time. – Dr. Jamez
12. Dolphins- 4-0 on the road……– Dr. Jamez
13. Eagles- Huge test this week but Vick returning should make it interesting – Dr. Jamez
14. Raiders- Better and better every week. Jason Campbell on the pass! – Dr. Jamez
15. Saints- Just saw the death rattle out of them beating the Steelers. – Dr. Jamez
16. Bucs- Second place in the division very strong. – Dr. Jamez
17. Browns- Hopefully they will continue to use Colt McCoy who has played very well for them
as a rookie. – Dr. Jamez
18. Jaguars- Beating the Cowboys by 1 or 55 means less then beating the bills – Dr. Jamez
19. Redskins- Offense needs a boost. Maybe Randy Moss is coming to town – Dr. Jamez
20. Seahawks- “I would say something about being the best in their division doesn’t mean much” – Joe Maass
21. Bears- Any one need some sacks? – Dr. Jamez
22. Lions- Look for the Lions to make some noise with Stafford back. – Dr. Jamez
23. Rams- Offense needs a boost. Maybe Randy Moss is coming to town– Dr. Jamez
24. Bengals- Carson Palmer sucks….– Dr. Jamez
25. Cardinals- No easy answers for who is going to lead this team – Dr. Jamez
26. Chargers- suck! – Dr. Jamez
27. 49ers – Maybe Troy Smith is what they needed – Dr. Jamez
28. Vikings- Offense needs a boost. Maybe Randy Moss is coming to town– Dr. Jamez
29. Cowboys- With the 2011 First overall draft pick the Dallas Cowboys select…..– Dr. Jamez
30. Broncos- WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON?! – Dr. Jamez
31. Panthers- At least they got one…– Dr. Jamez
32. Bills- You have died of dysentery – Dr. Jamez
Friday, October 29, 2010
NFL WEEK 7 PICKS
NFL WEEK 7 PICKS
Sorry Guy this week you’ll just be getting commentary form Dr. Jamez because Joe was way too drunk to show up to work.
Buffalo at Kansas City
Joe Maass- Chiefs
Dr. Jamez- Chiefs- Like it or not the Chiefs are legit
Green Bay at N.Y. Jets
Joe Maass- Jets
Dr. Jamez- Packers- I know this is counter intuitive but I think Rodgers will get it done
Miami at Cincinnatti
Joe Maass- Bengals
Dr. Jamez- Dolphins- They looked good last week and are 3-0 on the road
Jacksonville at Dallas
Joe Maass- Cowboys
Dr. Jamez- Jaguars- I hate picking them but Dallas sucks
Washington at Detroit
Joe Maass- Lions
Dr. Jamez- Redskins- They’ve been waiting a year for payback
Carolina at St. Louis
Joe Maass- Rams
Dr. Jamez- Rams- ughhhhhhhh
Denver at San Francisco
Joe Maass- 49ers
Dr. Jamez- Broncos- When in doubt go with the AFC
Tennessee at San Diego
Joe Maass- Titans
Dr. Jamez- Titans- Looking dangerous
Minnesota at New England
Joe Maass- Patriots
Dr. Jamez- Vikings- The Vikings are better with T.Jack but even more the Pats are pretenders
Seattle at Oakland
Joe Maass- Seahawks
Dr. Jamez- Raiders- been looking more dangerous every week
Tampa Bay at Arizona
Joe Maass- Bucs
Dr. Jamez- Bucs- But when I pick them they always lose…..
Pittsburgh at New Orleans
Joe Maass- Steelers
Dr. Jamez- Steelers- The Saints are a bottom 3rd team in the NFL
Houston at Indianapolis
Joe Maass- Colts
Dr. Jamez- Colts- Been burning for this rematch all year
Sorry Guy this week you’ll just be getting commentary form Dr. Jamez because Joe was way too drunk to show up to work.
Buffalo at Kansas City
Joe Maass- Chiefs
Dr. Jamez- Chiefs- Like it or not the Chiefs are legit
Green Bay at N.Y. Jets
Joe Maass- Jets
Dr. Jamez- Packers- I know this is counter intuitive but I think Rodgers will get it done
Miami at Cincinnatti
Joe Maass- Bengals
Dr. Jamez- Dolphins- They looked good last week and are 3-0 on the road
Jacksonville at Dallas
Joe Maass- Cowboys
Dr. Jamez- Jaguars- I hate picking them but Dallas sucks
Washington at Detroit
Joe Maass- Lions
Dr. Jamez- Redskins- They’ve been waiting a year for payback
Carolina at St. Louis
Joe Maass- Rams
Dr. Jamez- Rams- ughhhhhhhh
Denver at San Francisco
Joe Maass- 49ers
Dr. Jamez- Broncos- When in doubt go with the AFC
Tennessee at San Diego
Joe Maass- Titans
Dr. Jamez- Titans- Looking dangerous
Minnesota at New England
Joe Maass- Patriots
Dr. Jamez- Vikings- The Vikings are better with T.Jack but even more the Pats are pretenders
Seattle at Oakland
Joe Maass- Seahawks
Dr. Jamez- Raiders- been looking more dangerous every week
Tampa Bay at Arizona
Joe Maass- Bucs
Dr. Jamez- Bucs- But when I pick them they always lose…..
Pittsburgh at New Orleans
Joe Maass- Steelers
Dr. Jamez- Steelers- The Saints are a bottom 3rd team in the NFL
Houston at Indianapolis
Joe Maass- Colts
Dr. Jamez- Colts- Been burning for this rematch all year
Thursday, October 28, 2010
State of the AFC
State of the AFC
Dr. Jamez
I found this week to be some what hopeful for everyone who thought teams in the AFC seemed to have a hammer lock on the positions they were in. The Steelers who everyone thought looked unbeatable scrapped by the dolphins, the Ravens who seemed to be the second best team in the AFC needed over time to beat the worst team in the NFL the Bills. With that being established it proved more over that the Patriots are pretenders in that the win over Baltimore doesn’t seem as impressive as well as barely getting by the now 2-5 Chargers and the Chargers spotted them 3 free turnovers and the Patriots still narrowly escaped with a win. We also saw the Titans continued to assert the AFC south’s dominance over the NFC east with a win over the Eagles. Last but not least we saw that the “state of the AFC” is much stronger then the “state of the NFC” with the Browns blow out victory over the defending Superbowl Champion Saints. The Texans travel to Indianapolis Monday night to take on the Colts in the team’s second meeting of the year that can have long term ramifications in the AFC south and the AFC in general. The only other match up of note this weekend is the Packers at the Jets this would be the banner match up if not for the decimation on injuries the Packers have had this year. But all in all this should be a strong week of football on Halloween.
AFC OPINION OF THE WEEK
The dolphins got robbed, plain and simple. For those of you who didn’t see the game the Steelers tried a quarterback sneak to get in to the end zone on Sunday. As Roethlisberger attempted to cross the goal line he was hit in the arm and fumbled in to the end zone the dolphins clearly came out of the pile with the ball but it was ruled a touchdown. When the official review was completed they ruled that Roethlisberger had in fact fumbled however because on the official review they couldn’t determine who ended up with the ball they awarded the ball to the Steelers on the half yard line and from there they kicked the game winning field goal. I don’t care if the call on the field is what the rule book states it doesn’t make any sense I don’t even understand how this is the rule but the fact of the matter is the dolphins clearly recovered the ball and from there they could have ran down the clock and won the game this is the second week in a row I’ve had to dedicate this segment to a team losing due to a questionable call. I hope the NFL doesn’t wait for the off season to change this rule I’d hate to see a playoff game determined like this……by the way the tuck rule is b.s.
I found this week to be some what hopeful for everyone who thought teams in the AFC seemed to have a hammer lock on the positions they were in. The Steelers who everyone thought looked unbeatable scrapped by the dolphins, the Ravens who seemed to be the second best team in the AFC needed over time to beat the worst team in the NFL the Bills. With that being established it proved more over that the Patriots are pretenders in that the win over Baltimore doesn’t seem as impressive as well as barely getting by the now 2-5 Chargers and the Chargers spotted them 3 free turnovers and the Patriots still narrowly escaped with a win. We also saw the Titans continued to assert the AFC south’s dominance over the NFC east with a win over the Eagles. Last but not least we saw that the “state of the AFC” is much stronger then the “state of the NFC” with the Browns blow out victory over the defending Superbowl Champion Saints. The Texans travel to Indianapolis Monday night to take on the Colts in the team’s second meeting of the year that can have long term ramifications in the AFC south and the AFC in general. The only other match up of note this weekend is the Packers at the Jets this would be the banner match up if not for the decimation on injuries the Packers have had this year. But all in all this should be a strong week of football on Halloween.
AFC OPINION OF THE WEEK
The dolphins got robbed, plain and simple. For those of you who didn’t see the game the Steelers tried a quarterback sneak to get in to the end zone on Sunday. As Roethlisberger attempted to cross the goal line he was hit in the arm and fumbled in to the end zone the dolphins clearly came out of the pile with the ball but it was ruled a touchdown. When the official review was completed they ruled that Roethlisberger had in fact fumbled however because on the official review they couldn’t determine who ended up with the ball they awarded the ball to the Steelers on the half yard line and from there they kicked the game winning field goal. I don’t care if the call on the field is what the rule book states it doesn’t make any sense I don’t even understand how this is the rule but the fact of the matter is the dolphins clearly recovered the ball and from there they could have ran down the clock and won the game this is the second week in a row I’ve had to dedicate this segment to a team losing due to a questionable call. I hope the NFL doesn’t wait for the off season to change this rule I’d hate to see a playoff game determined like this……by the way the tuck rule is b.s.
State of the NFC
State of the NFC Week 8
Joe Maass
The whole NFC remains tight but with the Giants winning at Dallas they are widely considered the team to beat in the NFC. With a win this weekend this weekend at Arizona the Bucs can force a tie for first in the NFC south heading into a matchup between the two in Atlanta next week. The 49ers are going to go with Troy Smith at quarter back.
Injuries
• Brett Favre’s consecutive games played streak is in danger because of two fractures in his ankle. He doesn’t need surgery and playing on it won’t cause any more damage so he isn’t ruled out just yet.
• DeAngelo Williams missed practice with a foot injury that was sustained Sunday vs the 49ers
• Max Hall is ok to practice and play but it depends on how he performs in practice that will decide if he plays.
• The Bucs could be missing three starters along the offensive line this weekend Trueblood, Faine and Vincent.
The whole NFC remains tight but with the Giants winning at Dallas they are widely considered the team to beat in the NFC. With a win this weekend this weekend at Arizona the Bucs can force a tie for first in the NFC south heading into a matchup between the two in Atlanta next week. The 49ers are going to go with Troy Smith at quarter back.
Injuries
• Brett Favre’s consecutive games played streak is in danger because of two fractures in his ankle. He doesn’t need surgery and playing on it won’t cause any more damage so he isn’t ruled out just yet.
• DeAngelo Williams missed practice with a foot injury that was sustained Sunday vs the 49ers
• Max Hall is ok to practice and play but it depends on how he performs in practice that will decide if he plays.
• The Bucs could be missing three starters along the offensive line this weekend Trueblood, Faine and Vincent.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Weekly Spotlight Week 8 The Texans at the Colts
Weekly spotlight
The Colts Offense Vs The Texans Defense
Joe Maass: Ehhh So much is different from when they played to start the season. The key to this rematch will be Brian Cushing and how he will adjust to playing MLB. He will be responsible for making all the calls and adjustments pre-snap. Manning has the ability to pick apart the best the NFL has to offer and Houston’s pass defense is terrible. The Colt’s are hurting on offense with Dallas Clark and Austin Collie out for this game it will make running the offense as usual a little difficult. I expect the Colts to move the ball at will and put up points as usual because they’ll still have the one piece that isn’t replaceable and that’s the quarterback Peyton Manning.
Dr Jamez: There’s a lot to look at here, as Joe Mentioned having someone who one hasn’t played mlb in the NFL versus the greatest football player ever in Manning is a mismatch in the least. But there’s a lot more to the story you’ll see a different colts offense they you have the passed few years you’ll see a lot of 3-4 wide receiver sets but I think with the loss of Clark you will also see more two tight end sets and pounding the running game. But don’t be surprised if you see Peyton take advantage of Cushing playing mlb by using Eldridge (tight end) in the receiving game. The media seems to think Tamme will be replacing Clark and for blocking I think that’s true but The Colts drafted Eldrige for the same reasons they like Clark and think he has potential to be a good receiving tight end. All in all I don’t see how the Colts will have trouble moving the ball, it wasn’t the problem last game and I don’t think it will be this time. Keep in mind The Texans are the 13th ranked run defense and dead last in passing, total yardage, and over all rank. I know that Indy has been last in defense before but they never had to play Peyton Manning and this was before Houston lost the defensive captain and play caller. Contending with Indy’s fans and injuries I don’t see how the Texans will be able to slow the Colts down at all. One last stat to think about, the Colts are leading the league in touchdowns and total points scored.
The Colts Defense Vs The Texans Offense
Dr. Jamez: This is such an important game and there are so many worries and concerns I honestly didn’t know how to start this segment. During the bye week as news of each new injury came in killing my soul the thing I told all my friends to keep reminding me is at least no new injuries came up for the colts defense. Clearly this will be the determining factor in this game. In both games the Colts lost they let the other offenses wear them out and run wild on them. The Colts have played better vs. the run passed few weeks not letting Kansas City, the best rushing attach in the league in the end zone at all. But still the Texans have a much more dynamic offense then the chiefs so the colts could struggle.
Joe Maass: The Colts have done a great job as always in managing the injuries on defense and having Freeny and Mathis go a long way in helping that. Houston has a fantastic rushing attack that is just a complement to the great passing game they have. Many people thought this was the season Schaub would step it up and be considered a top 5 QB, so far in my opinion he hasn’t done that. Clearly Andre Johnson creates matchup problems versus any team and Owen Daniels is starting to be more involved in the passing attack. I expect the Texans to move the ball very easily and dominate the flow of the game to keep Manning on the sideline.
Special Teams
Dr. Jamez: The Colts are in serious trouble here, Punter Pat McAfee is suspended for this game. They brought in a replacement but he’s obviously unproven. Returns have been a serious issue all year due to depth. This is one area the Texans can basically own The Colts but with these two teams it wont really matter too much.
Joe Maass: I agree
The Bottom Line
Dr Jamez: The Colts must win they can’t drop to 0-3 in the division, they are at home and honestly only one team has beaten Peyton Twice in a season I find it very unlikely that it will happen again.
Joe Maass: The Texans are trying to prove they are a legit playoff contender and what better way to prove this than knocking off the defending AFC champs? Even this early in the season this game could impact how the AFC south looks come week 17. Indy can’t afford to be 2 games behind the Houston Texans with the toughest part of their schedule coming up next.
The Colts Offense Vs The Texans Defense
Joe Maass: Ehhh So much is different from when they played to start the season. The key to this rematch will be Brian Cushing and how he will adjust to playing MLB. He will be responsible for making all the calls and adjustments pre-snap. Manning has the ability to pick apart the best the NFL has to offer and Houston’s pass defense is terrible. The Colt’s are hurting on offense with Dallas Clark and Austin Collie out for this game it will make running the offense as usual a little difficult. I expect the Colts to move the ball at will and put up points as usual because they’ll still have the one piece that isn’t replaceable and that’s the quarterback Peyton Manning.
Dr Jamez: There’s a lot to look at here, as Joe Mentioned having someone who one hasn’t played mlb in the NFL versus the greatest football player ever in Manning is a mismatch in the least. But there’s a lot more to the story you’ll see a different colts offense they you have the passed few years you’ll see a lot of 3-4 wide receiver sets but I think with the loss of Clark you will also see more two tight end sets and pounding the running game. But don’t be surprised if you see Peyton take advantage of Cushing playing mlb by using Eldridge (tight end) in the receiving game. The media seems to think Tamme will be replacing Clark and for blocking I think that’s true but The Colts drafted Eldrige for the same reasons they like Clark and think he has potential to be a good receiving tight end. All in all I don’t see how the Colts will have trouble moving the ball, it wasn’t the problem last game and I don’t think it will be this time. Keep in mind The Texans are the 13th ranked run defense and dead last in passing, total yardage, and over all rank. I know that Indy has been last in defense before but they never had to play Peyton Manning and this was before Houston lost the defensive captain and play caller. Contending with Indy’s fans and injuries I don’t see how the Texans will be able to slow the Colts down at all. One last stat to think about, the Colts are leading the league in touchdowns and total points scored.
The Colts Defense Vs The Texans Offense
Dr. Jamez: This is such an important game and there are so many worries and concerns I honestly didn’t know how to start this segment. During the bye week as news of each new injury came in killing my soul the thing I told all my friends to keep reminding me is at least no new injuries came up for the colts defense. Clearly this will be the determining factor in this game. In both games the Colts lost they let the other offenses wear them out and run wild on them. The Colts have played better vs. the run passed few weeks not letting Kansas City, the best rushing attach in the league in the end zone at all. But still the Texans have a much more dynamic offense then the chiefs so the colts could struggle.
Joe Maass: The Colts have done a great job as always in managing the injuries on defense and having Freeny and Mathis go a long way in helping that. Houston has a fantastic rushing attack that is just a complement to the great passing game they have. Many people thought this was the season Schaub would step it up and be considered a top 5 QB, so far in my opinion he hasn’t done that. Clearly Andre Johnson creates matchup problems versus any team and Owen Daniels is starting to be more involved in the passing attack. I expect the Texans to move the ball very easily and dominate the flow of the game to keep Manning on the sideline.
Special Teams
Dr. Jamez: The Colts are in serious trouble here, Punter Pat McAfee is suspended for this game. They brought in a replacement but he’s obviously unproven. Returns have been a serious issue all year due to depth. This is one area the Texans can basically own The Colts but with these two teams it wont really matter too much.
Joe Maass: I agree
The Bottom Line
Dr Jamez: The Colts must win they can’t drop to 0-3 in the division, they are at home and honestly only one team has beaten Peyton Twice in a season I find it very unlikely that it will happen again.
Joe Maass: The Texans are trying to prove they are a legit playoff contender and what better way to prove this than knocking off the defending AFC champs? Even this early in the season this game could impact how the AFC south looks come week 17. Indy can’t afford to be 2 games behind the Houston Texans with the toughest part of their schedule coming up next.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Player of the week Joe Maass edition
Player of the week Joe Maass edition
NFC
Player of the Week
Offense- Roddy White: 11 catches, 201 yards 2 touchdowns.
All that needs to be said is Roddy had 201 of Matt Ryan’s 299 passing yards. I just don’t understand why defenders keep letting him run by them….
Defense- DeAngelo Hall: seven tackles, four interceptions one for a touchdown.
The guy was all over the field and really is the reason the Redskins won that game. After three wouldn’t you try to throw away from him on purpose?
NFC
Player of the Week
Offense- Roddy White: 11 catches, 201 yards 2 touchdowns.
All that needs to be said is Roddy had 201 of Matt Ryan’s 299 passing yards. I just don’t understand why defenders keep letting him run by them….
Defense- DeAngelo Hall: seven tackles, four interceptions one for a touchdown.
The guy was all over the field and really is the reason the Redskins won that game. After three wouldn’t you try to throw away from him on purpose?
Player of the week Dr Jamez edition
Player of the week Dr Jamez edition
AFC
Offense- Darren McFadden
Good god! I haven’t seen a running back shred a defense like that since……. Week one when Arian Foster did it to the Colts….. McFadden ran for 165+ and four touchdowns in a blowout of the Broncos. Most backs in the NCAA will never have a day this good let alone the NFL.
Defense- David Bowens
There are no words to explain how happy I was to see the Saints get blown out this week, there are even fewer to explain how happy I was the Drew Brees threw four interceptions and every fewer to explain how happy I was when David Bowens, a 265 pound line backer returned two of them for touchdowns and mocked Reggie Bush both times With his endzone celebration. Destroying the Saints and mocking Reggie Bush while doing it , yeah that gets you player of the week.
AFC
Offense- Darren McFadden
Good god! I haven’t seen a running back shred a defense like that since……. Week one when Arian Foster did it to the Colts….. McFadden ran for 165+ and four touchdowns in a blowout of the Broncos. Most backs in the NCAA will never have a day this good let alone the NFL.
Defense- David Bowens
There are no words to explain how happy I was to see the Saints get blown out this week, there are even fewer to explain how happy I was the Drew Brees threw four interceptions and every fewer to explain how happy I was when David Bowens, a 265 pound line backer returned two of them for touchdowns and mocked Reggie Bush both times With his endzone celebration. Destroying the Saints and mocking Reggie Bush while doing it , yeah that gets you player of the week.
Week 8 Power Rankings
Week 8 Power Rankings
1. Jets- Most complete team all three phases. - Dr. Jamez
2. Colts- Have a Big test coming up at the worst time we will learn a lot about this team this
week. - Dr. Jamez
3. Giants- Corrected their issues and got back to their winning ways - Dr. Jamez
4. Steelers- Won on a technicality this week they may be in trouble when they face a strong
quarterback. - Dr. Jamez
5. Ravens- Needed more then sixty minutes to beat the worst team in the league. - Dr. Jamez
6. Texans- Lost a corner stone of their defense this week. - Dr. Jamez
7. Chiefs- Scores by three different running backs this week, two passing, and one on defense. -
Dr. Jamez
8. Falcons- Managed to score a lot of point but also allowed almost as many. - Dr. Jamez
9. Patriots- Offense is abysmal, defense is worst they will begin to crawl down the list quickly - Dr. Jamez
10. Packers- Finally exorcized Favre from Lambeau this team needed that win if the want to
stay in the race in the NFC - Dr. Jamez
11. Titans- Starting to look dangerous. - Dr. Jamez
12. Redskins- Has to get something going on offense. - Dr. Jamez
13. Dolphins- Got robbed this week. - Dr. Jamez
14. Eagles- We’ll see if they get back on track with Vick starting this week. - Dr. Jamez
15. Vikings- Need a quarterback. - Dr. Jamez
16. Browns- Good running back, good defense not contenders but could muck up the AFC play off picture if they can pull some upsets. - Dr. Jamez
17. Cowboys- This just in, every analyst in the world will pick the cowboys and chargers to go to the super bow next year anyway. - Dr. Jamez
18. Bucs- Proving everyone wrong each week. - Dr. Jamez
19. Seahawks- Playoff team? - Dr. Jamez
20. Raiders- If McFadden can stay healthy it’s a two horse race in the west. - Dr. Jamez
21. Bears- Cant block and Cutler is making bad decisions - Dr. Jamez
22. Saints- AAAAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA - Dr. Jamez
23. Jaguars- All of their losses have been by Twenty two points or more. - Dr. Jamez
24. Bengals- Just can’t get it together. - Dr. Jamez
25. Broncos-What the hell is going on? - Dr. Jamez
26. Lions- Getting Stafford back should improve this team greatly -Joe Maass
27. Chargers- This just in, every analyst in the world will pick the cowboys and chargers to go to
the super bow next year anyway. - Dr. Jamez
28. Cardinals- Still haven’t shown enough -Joe Maass
29. Rams-Let the Bucs hang around and it cost them -Joe Maass
30. Panthers-whew, at least they got one. -Joe Maass
31. 49ers-what happened? -Joe Maass
32. Bills- At least the 2008 Lions are rooting for you. - Dr. Jamez
1. Jets- Most complete team all three phases. - Dr. Jamez
2. Colts- Have a Big test coming up at the worst time we will learn a lot about this team this
week. - Dr. Jamez
3. Giants- Corrected their issues and got back to their winning ways - Dr. Jamez
4. Steelers- Won on a technicality this week they may be in trouble when they face a strong
quarterback. - Dr. Jamez
5. Ravens- Needed more then sixty minutes to beat the worst team in the league. - Dr. Jamez
6. Texans- Lost a corner stone of their defense this week. - Dr. Jamez
7. Chiefs- Scores by three different running backs this week, two passing, and one on defense. -
Dr. Jamez
8. Falcons- Managed to score a lot of point but also allowed almost as many. - Dr. Jamez
9. Patriots- Offense is abysmal, defense is worst they will begin to crawl down the list quickly - Dr. Jamez
10. Packers- Finally exorcized Favre from Lambeau this team needed that win if the want to
stay in the race in the NFC - Dr. Jamez
11. Titans- Starting to look dangerous. - Dr. Jamez
12. Redskins- Has to get something going on offense. - Dr. Jamez
13. Dolphins- Got robbed this week. - Dr. Jamez
14. Eagles- We’ll see if they get back on track with Vick starting this week. - Dr. Jamez
15. Vikings- Need a quarterback. - Dr. Jamez
16. Browns- Good running back, good defense not contenders but could muck up the AFC play off picture if they can pull some upsets. - Dr. Jamez
17. Cowboys- This just in, every analyst in the world will pick the cowboys and chargers to go to the super bow next year anyway. - Dr. Jamez
18. Bucs- Proving everyone wrong each week. - Dr. Jamez
19. Seahawks- Playoff team? - Dr. Jamez
20. Raiders- If McFadden can stay healthy it’s a two horse race in the west. - Dr. Jamez
21. Bears- Cant block and Cutler is making bad decisions - Dr. Jamez
22. Saints- AAAAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA - Dr. Jamez
23. Jaguars- All of their losses have been by Twenty two points or more. - Dr. Jamez
24. Bengals- Just can’t get it together. - Dr. Jamez
25. Broncos-What the hell is going on? - Dr. Jamez
26. Lions- Getting Stafford back should improve this team greatly -Joe Maass
27. Chargers- This just in, every analyst in the world will pick the cowboys and chargers to go to
the super bow next year anyway. - Dr. Jamez
28. Cardinals- Still haven’t shown enough -Joe Maass
29. Rams-Let the Bucs hang around and it cost them -Joe Maass
30. Panthers-whew, at least they got one. -Joe Maass
31. 49ers-what happened? -Joe Maass
32. Bills- At least the 2008 Lions are rooting for you. - Dr. Jamez
Monday, October 25, 2010
Week 7 Results
Cincinnati at Atlanta
Joe Maass- Atlanta- 1.
Dr. Jamez- Atlanta- 1
Buffalo at Baltimore
Joe Maass- Baltimore- 1
Dr. Jamez- Baltimore- 1
San Francisco at Carolina
Joe Maass- San Francisco- 0
Dr. Jamez- San Francisco - 0
Washington at Chicago
Joe Maass- Washington- 1
Dr. Jamez- Washington - 1
Jacksonville at Kansas City
Joe Maass- Kansas City- 1
Dr. Jamez- Kansas City - 1
Pittsburgh at Miami
Joe Maass- New Orleans- 0
Dr. Jamez- Cleveland- 1
St. Louis at Tampa Bay
Joe Maass- Tampa Bay- 1
Dr. Jamez- St. Louis- 0
Philadelphia at Tennessee
Joe Maass- Philadelphia- 0
Dr. Jamez- Philadelphia- 0
Arizona at Seattle
Joe Maass- Seattle- 1
Dr. Jamez- Seattle - 1
New England at San Diego
Joe Maass- 1
Dr. Jamez- 1
Oakland at Denver
Joe Maass- Denver- 1
Dr. Jamez- Denver - 0
Minnesota at Green Bay
Joe Maass- Minnesota- 0
Dr. Jamez- Green Bay- 1
Total so far, Dr Jamez=9 Joe Maass=8
COLTS WIN,COLTS WIN, COLTS WIN, COLTS WIN, COLTS WIN,
N.Y. Giants at Dallas
Joe Maass- Giants- The Cowboys are a mess and I don’t see why it would change now.
Dr. Jamez- Giants- the Godslayer hates those cowboys.
Joe Maass- Atlanta- 1.
Dr. Jamez- Atlanta- 1
Buffalo at Baltimore
Joe Maass- Baltimore- 1
Dr. Jamez- Baltimore- 1
San Francisco at Carolina
Joe Maass- San Francisco- 0
Dr. Jamez- San Francisco - 0
Washington at Chicago
Joe Maass- Washington- 1
Dr. Jamez- Washington - 1
Jacksonville at Kansas City
Joe Maass- Kansas City- 1
Dr. Jamez- Kansas City - 1
Pittsburgh at Miami
Joe Maass- New Orleans- 0
Dr. Jamez- Cleveland- 1
St. Louis at Tampa Bay
Joe Maass- Tampa Bay- 1
Dr. Jamez- St. Louis- 0
Philadelphia at Tennessee
Joe Maass- Philadelphia- 0
Dr. Jamez- Philadelphia- 0
Arizona at Seattle
Joe Maass- Seattle- 1
Dr. Jamez- Seattle - 1
New England at San Diego
Joe Maass- 1
Dr. Jamez- 1
Oakland at Denver
Joe Maass- Denver- 1
Dr. Jamez- Denver - 0
Minnesota at Green Bay
Joe Maass- Minnesota- 0
Dr. Jamez- Green Bay- 1
Total so far, Dr Jamez=9 Joe Maass=8
COLTS WIN,COLTS WIN, COLTS WIN, COLTS WIN, COLTS WIN,
N.Y. Giants at Dallas
Joe Maass- Giants- The Cowboys are a mess and I don’t see why it would change now.
Dr. Jamez- Giants- the Godslayer hates those cowboys.
Friday, October 22, 2010
NFL WEEK 7 PICKS
Cincinnati at Atlanta
Joe Maass- Atlanta- Roddy White will see a lot of man coverage. Expect a big play or two.
Dr. Jamez- Atlanta- but it could be close
Buffalo at Baltimore
Joe Maass- Baltimore- Buffalo is the worst team in the NFL right now
Dr. Jamez- Baltimore- god, I wish I had Boldin in fantasy this week
San Francisco at Carolina
Joe Maass- San Francisco- Carolina is the second worst team in the NFL right now
Dr. Jamez- San Francisco - San Fran chugging along to a division crown
Washington at Chicago
Joe Maass- Washington- Cutler has no protection
Dr. Jamez- Washington - they cause nerve damage
Jacksonville at Kansas City
Joe Maass- Kansas City- Jacksonville looked extremely bad Monday night.
Dr. Jamez- Kansas City - have a bad taste in their mouth from the afc south
Pittsburgh at Miami
Joe Maass- New Orleans- Too much fire power.
Dr. Jamez- Cleveland- Colt McCoy enough said
St. Louis at Tampa Bay
Joe Maass- Tampa Bay- going with my heart
Dr. Jamez- St. Louis- better from top to bottom
Philadelphia at Tennessee
Joe Maass- Philadelphia- This one really can go either way.
Dr. Jamez- Philadelphia- broken ribs wont stop them
Arizona at Seattle
Joe Maass- Seattle- Max who?
Dr. Jamez- Seattle - why not?
New England at San Diego
Joe Maass- New England- San Diego cant play a complete game.
Dr. Jamez- Satan
Oakland at Denver
Joe Maass- Denver- TIM TEBOW SCORES
Dr. Jamez- Denver - I'm so happy I have Lloyd in fantasy
Minnesota at Green Bay
Joe Maass- Minnesota- Really it’s more about how beat up the Packers are.
Dr. Jamez- Green Bay- no way Aaron Rodgers lets Favre beat him in Favre's last game at Lambeau
N.Y. Giants at Dallas
Joe Maass- Giants- The Cowboys are a mess and I don’t see why it would change now.
Dr. Jamez- Giants- the Godslayer hates those cowboys.
Cincinnati at Atlanta
Joe Maass- Atlanta- Roddy White will see a lot of man coverage. Expect a big play or two.
Dr. Jamez- Atlanta- but it could be close
Buffalo at Baltimore
Joe Maass- Baltimore- Buffalo is the worst team in the NFL right now
Dr. Jamez- Baltimore- god, I wish I had Boldin in fantasy this week
San Francisco at Carolina
Joe Maass- San Francisco- Carolina is the second worst team in the NFL right now
Dr. Jamez- San Francisco - San Fran chugging along to a division crown
Washington at Chicago
Joe Maass- Washington- Cutler has no protection
Dr. Jamez- Washington - they cause nerve damage
Jacksonville at Kansas City
Joe Maass- Kansas City- Jacksonville looked extremely bad Monday night.
Dr. Jamez- Kansas City - have a bad taste in their mouth from the afc south
Pittsburgh at Miami
Joe Maass- New Orleans- Too much fire power.
Dr. Jamez- Cleveland- Colt McCoy enough said
St. Louis at Tampa Bay
Joe Maass- Tampa Bay- going with my heart
Dr. Jamez- St. Louis- better from top to bottom
Philadelphia at Tennessee
Joe Maass- Philadelphia- This one really can go either way.
Dr. Jamez- Philadelphia- broken ribs wont stop them
Arizona at Seattle
Joe Maass- Seattle- Max who?
Dr. Jamez- Seattle - why not?
New England at San Diego
Joe Maass- New England- San Diego cant play a complete game.
Dr. Jamez- Satan
Oakland at Denver
Joe Maass- Denver- TIM TEBOW SCORES
Dr. Jamez- Denver - I'm so happy I have Lloyd in fantasy
Minnesota at Green Bay
Joe Maass- Minnesota- Really it’s more about how beat up the Packers are.
Dr. Jamez- Green Bay- no way Aaron Rodgers lets Favre beat him in Favre's last game at Lambeau
N.Y. Giants at Dallas
Joe Maass- Giants- The Cowboys are a mess and I don’t see why it would change now.
Dr. Jamez- Giants- the Godslayer hates those cowboys.
Game changers week 7
Dr. Jamez
Chris Cooley- Cooley is coming off a mild concussion fully participated on Friday if he does play he can be this weeks game changer. Last week he was being used brilliantly to help block on either end to slow down Freeny and Mathis which is something he isn’t known for. No one has been able to stop Peppers thus far this year so if Cooley can be used to help slow Peppers down it should help the offense be successful.
Game Changer Week 7
Joe Maass
Anytime someone says they’re going to kill someone I tend to listen to what that person is saying, and that’s just what Gerald McCoy did this week when talking about getting after St. Louis Quarterback Sam Bradford. McCoy is a bit of a goof and was Bradford’s teammate last year at Oklahoma so he is clearly looking forward to hitting the QB he spent so many practices chasing. McCoy, to a lot of people, has underachieved in his rookie campaign and may now just be beginning to feel comfortable. McCoy to date has been worried about playing the correct way that he isn’t being the disruptive force the Bucs envisioned him being and just making plays. For these reasons I have chosen him to be this week’s game changer. I expect McCoy to get his first career sack, while making Bradford uncomfortable all day.
Game changers week 7
Dr. Jamez
Chris Cooley- Cooley is coming off a mild concussion fully participated on Friday if he does play he can be this weeks game changer. Last week he was being used brilliantly to help block on either end to slow down Freeny and Mathis which is something he isn’t known for. No one has been able to stop Peppers thus far this year so if Cooley can be used to help slow Peppers down it should help the offense be successful.
Game Changer Week 7
Joe Maass
Anytime someone says they’re going to kill someone I tend to listen to what that person is saying, and that’s just what Gerald McCoy did this week when talking about getting after St. Louis Quarterback Sam Bradford. McCoy is a bit of a goof and was Bradford’s teammate last year at Oklahoma so he is clearly looking forward to hitting the QB he spent so many practices chasing. McCoy, to a lot of people, has underachieved in his rookie campaign and may now just be beginning to feel comfortable. McCoy to date has been worried about playing the correct way that he isn’t being the disruptive force the Bucs envisioned him being and just making plays. For these reasons I have chosen him to be this week’s game changer. I expect McCoy to get his first career sack, while making Bradford uncomfortable all day.
Game changers week 7
State of the NFC
State of the NFC Week 7
Joe Maass
The tight NFC South remains close after a New Orleans win and both the Falcons and Bucs lost. New Orleans found their offense vs. the upstart Bucs and took over the second place spot in the division. Chicago can’t stop anyone from getting into their backfield which is clearly making it difficult for them to have any rhythm or consistency on offense. The Cowboy’s struggles continue and the rumor is that Jon Gruden could be the front runner in taking over as head coach next season. The NFC West in pretty tight with the Cardinals and Seahawks tied for first but even at this point I can’t count the 1-5 49ers out of the division race.
Injuries and such
• The Saints are one step closer to getting Darren Sharper back as he was at practice this week after coming off the PUP list.
• Dunta Robinson and Desean Jackson are both out for this weekend’s games.
• Matthew Stafford back in practice for the Lions and could start next week, this comes at the perfect time due to backup Shaun Hills broken arm.
• Bucs C Jeff Faine still out and G Davin Joseph is day to day.
Matchups and junk
• The 49ers play the Panthers for the right to be last place in the NFC.
• St. Louis running back Steve Jackson has a chan….is going to break the all time team record for rushing yards Sunday vs the Bucs
• Washington at Chicago may have some playoff ramifications
• Arizona travels to Seattle to play for first place in the West, Arizona won both contests last year.
• Minnesota at Green Bay, Minnesota won both games last year.
• The Giants have Dallas on Monday night, the Giants won both meetings of these teams last year.
Joe Maass
The tight NFC South remains close after a New Orleans win and both the Falcons and Bucs lost. New Orleans found their offense vs. the upstart Bucs and took over the second place spot in the division. Chicago can’t stop anyone from getting into their backfield which is clearly making it difficult for them to have any rhythm or consistency on offense. The Cowboy’s struggles continue and the rumor is that Jon Gruden could be the front runner in taking over as head coach next season. The NFC West in pretty tight with the Cardinals and Seahawks tied for first but even at this point I can’t count the 1-5 49ers out of the division race.
Injuries and such
• The Saints are one step closer to getting Darren Sharper back as he was at practice this week after coming off the PUP list.
• Dunta Robinson and Desean Jackson are both out for this weekend’s games.
• Matthew Stafford back in practice for the Lions and could start next week, this comes at the perfect time due to backup Shaun Hills broken arm.
• Bucs C Jeff Faine still out and G Davin Joseph is day to day.
Matchups and junk
• The 49ers play the Panthers for the right to be last place in the NFC.
• St. Louis running back Steve Jackson has a chan….is going to break the all time team record for rushing yards Sunday vs the Bucs
• Washington at Chicago may have some playoff ramifications
• Arizona travels to Seattle to play for first place in the West, Arizona won both contests last year.
• Minnesota at Green Bay, Minnesota won both games last year.
• The Giants have Dallas on Monday night, the Giants won both meetings of these teams last year.
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Fantasy Coach
First String
Marshawn Lynch- He’s always been a great back but legal problems kept him off the field and out of superstar status. Now being the number one back in Seattle he’s a solid starter for any line up -Dr. Jamez
Dwayne Bowe- Number one receiver Vs. one of the worst pass defenses in the league. Do it, do it. -Dr. Jamez
Robert Meachem- He looks to have finally healed up. Vs the Cleveland pass defense he could have a big day. - Joe Maass
Third String
Tony Romo- I know he’s been putting up good numbers so far this year however he’s facing the number one defense in the league that is playing at an extremely high level right now look for him to be hitting the turf quite a bit and putting up more fumbles then normal even for Tony Romo. -Dr. Jamez
MJD- He has underperformed so far and Kansas City has the 5th ranked rush defense. Garrard looks to be missing from this week’s game so look for KC to focus on stopping the run. -Joe Maass
Ronnie Brown- Really any running back vs the Steelers defense at this point. - Joe Maass
State of the AFC
State of the AFC
We learned quite a bit this week in the AFC, we learned the Jets are find ways to win in tough spots the sign of a truly good team. We learned that perhaps the patriots offense might not be as ineffective as many thought. We saw Ben Roethlisberger return to the field and win a game that was closer then it appeared. We saw the Colts score a big road win and dethrone the redskins from the division lead. We also saw the Texans keep the division lead due to some questionable at best penalties and with that send the chiefs and a two game slide.
Quite a few things to address the Biggest (at least to me) is the news that superstar Tight end Dallas Clark has been rumored to have some sort of undisclosed Wrist injury that may require surgery and will sideline him indefinitely and possibly for the rest of the season. As if that wasn’t enough of a hurdle for the Colts to over come news broke Thursday that Austen Collie underwent surgery early in the week and could be out 2-4 weeks this sent most Colts fans in to full on panic mode with the Texans rematch looming on the other side of the bye. Colts fans took another hit on Wednesday when the Colts announced a one game suspension for Colt’s punter Pat MacAfee Who was arrested for a drunk in public charge.
I’m not going to spend a lot of time on the new stricter enforcement when it comes to dirty hits but I will say James Harrison is a piece of garbage for saying he’s going to retire and everyone including his coach Mike Tomlin said he’s just talking junk.
No huge match ups this weekend to speak of but one worth highlighting is what I’m going to deem the hate bowl The Patriots at the Chargers. This game is barely relevant because the chargers have been exposed and are 2-4 so honestly a win for either team won’t mean anything in the grand scheme of things but a win the San Diego would certainly expose the patriots to be the pretenders I believe them to be. But I’ll be honest this game I’ll be watching and hoping the ground opens up and takes both teams back to hell where they belong.
AFC OPINION OF THE WEEK
The Chiefs got screwed, plain and simple. Now, I can’t say for certain that the Texans wouldn’t have found a way to win in the end but if you watch the pass interference call not only did the Kansas City defender not interfere Andre Johnson pushed off of him. So not only was it an egregiously bad call, if anything it was on the wrong guy. What the heck else could the defender have done?! It must make everyone in Chief’s country sick that the have their second loss of the season because of botched refereeing absolutely unacceptable. So that’s your state of the AFC for week 7, I’ll talk to you next week hopefully flying high on Indy beating the Texans
We learned quite a bit this week in the AFC, we learned the Jets are find ways to win in tough spots the sign of a truly good team. We learned that perhaps the patriots offense might not be as ineffective as many thought. We saw Ben Roethlisberger return to the field and win a game that was closer then it appeared. We saw the Colts score a big road win and dethrone the redskins from the division lead. We also saw the Texans keep the division lead due to some questionable at best penalties and with that send the chiefs and a two game slide.
Quite a few things to address the Biggest (at least to me) is the news that superstar Tight end Dallas Clark has been rumored to have some sort of undisclosed Wrist injury that may require surgery and will sideline him indefinitely and possibly for the rest of the season. As if that wasn’t enough of a hurdle for the Colts to over come news broke Thursday that Austen Collie underwent surgery early in the week and could be out 2-4 weeks this sent most Colts fans in to full on panic mode with the Texans rematch looming on the other side of the bye. Colts fans took another hit on Wednesday when the Colts announced a one game suspension for Colt’s punter Pat MacAfee Who was arrested for a drunk in public charge.
I’m not going to spend a lot of time on the new stricter enforcement when it comes to dirty hits but I will say James Harrison is a piece of garbage for saying he’s going to retire and everyone including his coach Mike Tomlin said he’s just talking junk.
No huge match ups this weekend to speak of but one worth highlighting is what I’m going to deem the hate bowl The Patriots at the Chargers. This game is barely relevant because the chargers have been exposed and are 2-4 so honestly a win for either team won’t mean anything in the grand scheme of things but a win the San Diego would certainly expose the patriots to be the pretenders I believe them to be. But I’ll be honest this game I’ll be watching and hoping the ground opens up and takes both teams back to hell where they belong.
AFC OPINION OF THE WEEK
The Chiefs got screwed, plain and simple. Now, I can’t say for certain that the Texans wouldn’t have found a way to win in the end but if you watch the pass interference call not only did the Kansas City defender not interfere Andre Johnson pushed off of him. So not only was it an egregiously bad call, if anything it was on the wrong guy. What the heck else could the defender have done?! It must make everyone in Chief’s country sick that the have their second loss of the season because of botched refereeing absolutely unacceptable. So that’s your state of the AFC for week 7, I’ll talk to you next week hopefully flying high on Indy beating the Texans
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Colts Vs. Redskins Recap
Colts Vs. Redskins Recap
This was a very important game for the Colts in many ways. Going in the Colts were dealing with critics saying that they couldn’t win on the road, they were too injured on defense to stop anyone especially vs. the run where they have historically been weak and I’ll admit those are viable points. Some were answered some were not. Before I break down the defensive issues I’ll address the offense, which no one is concerned with. Now I have to admit like most weeks I expected the Colts to score but this week especially because the Colts were playing a 3-4 Defense and it’s my belief that truly elite Quarterbacks have their way with the 3-4, especially in this situation because it’s a first year 3-4. Imagine my surprise when the Redskins first defer the opening kick off but then when Peyton and the boys take the field the Redskins aren’t coming out in the 3-4, but a prowler defense with one or no down linemen that immediately confuses the offense and the first pass is nearly intercepted. Though, that worked in favor of the ‘skins because had the defensive back caught it, it would have been a fumble that the Colts would have recovered for a first down. The incompletion caused the Colts to punt. On the second offensive series disaster nearly struck again but it would seem the old adage that corners are wide receivers that can’t catch is true for the Redskins because they dropped another bad pass by Manning. From that point on though it was all Colts on offense, Manning Immediately recognized that the Redskins were holding back on forming until late on the play clock to confuse him. So he started quick snapping to both keep the deafening Washington fans out of the play calling and to keep the personnel on they wanted on the field. As Manning fed Addai the ball over and over for his career best in yardage and a career long run in the end Manning had two passing touchdowns and Addai one rushing a great day by any standards and a complete offensive attack.
I wish I could say the same for defense but there were still quite a few issues that can be addressed. However I would prefer to start with the positive most of all being the turnovers. When the Colts were forced to punt on the first series Jerraud Powers made a brilliant interception jumping a quick slant on the first pass of the Redskins drive that resulted in a touchdown. From there as a whole I was very happy with the pass rush getting three sacks on the always dangerous McNabb. Pressure was going to be a huge factor if the colts were to be successful in the game because McNabb has proved for years if you give him time he will find the open man down field. The defense wasn’t all good though while I was impressed with the penetration the colts were getting on passing and running plays they were not wrapping up tackles with the Colts already struggling vs. the run it was heart breaking to see defenders having Torain at a 3-4 yard lass and fail to wrap him up and run for a eight yard gain however for the most part the Colts did a Great job of keeping the Redskins out of the end zone and forcing punts. With the touchdowns that were scored coming off of turnovers. But as has been the case in the past the defense stepped up when needed and created a turnover to win the game. With forty seconds left on the clock and no time outs the ‘skins came out passing on first down with a sixty yard bomb and if not for an immaculate one handed interception by Aaron Francisco they would have scored and took a four point lead with less that thirty seconds on the clock.
To say I was furious about how our special teams played would be like me saying I think the Flash is pretty quick. The punt game was fine and it really will be a shame if MacAfee doesn’t make the Pro-Bowl this year. That being said the Kickoff coverage was completely unacceptable allowing far too many yards. Even that wasn’t a concern compared to the abysmal return game. Not only did the punt return man continually not fair catch balls and let them bounce and be downed shallow of the five yard line but the one punt he did decide to field he fumbled turned it over and ruined a great defensive stand and gave McNabb the ball in the red zone for a go ahead score.
Over all a wins a win and this was a big win over a quality opponent on the road now we go in to a much needed bye at the perfect time to get our starters rested and our injured back to full strength and come back strong for a playoff push to win our division starting with a rematch with the Texans at home.
This was a very important game for the Colts in many ways. Going in the Colts were dealing with critics saying that they couldn’t win on the road, they were too injured on defense to stop anyone especially vs. the run where they have historically been weak and I’ll admit those are viable points. Some were answered some were not. Before I break down the defensive issues I’ll address the offense, which no one is concerned with. Now I have to admit like most weeks I expected the Colts to score but this week especially because the Colts were playing a 3-4 Defense and it’s my belief that truly elite Quarterbacks have their way with the 3-4, especially in this situation because it’s a first year 3-4. Imagine my surprise when the Redskins first defer the opening kick off but then when Peyton and the boys take the field the Redskins aren’t coming out in the 3-4, but a prowler defense with one or no down linemen that immediately confuses the offense and the first pass is nearly intercepted. Though, that worked in favor of the ‘skins because had the defensive back caught it, it would have been a fumble that the Colts would have recovered for a first down. The incompletion caused the Colts to punt. On the second offensive series disaster nearly struck again but it would seem the old adage that corners are wide receivers that can’t catch is true for the Redskins because they dropped another bad pass by Manning. From that point on though it was all Colts on offense, Manning Immediately recognized that the Redskins were holding back on forming until late on the play clock to confuse him. So he started quick snapping to both keep the deafening Washington fans out of the play calling and to keep the personnel on they wanted on the field. As Manning fed Addai the ball over and over for his career best in yardage and a career long run in the end Manning had two passing touchdowns and Addai one rushing a great day by any standards and a complete offensive attack.
I wish I could say the same for defense but there were still quite a few issues that can be addressed. However I would prefer to start with the positive most of all being the turnovers. When the Colts were forced to punt on the first series Jerraud Powers made a brilliant interception jumping a quick slant on the first pass of the Redskins drive that resulted in a touchdown. From there as a whole I was very happy with the pass rush getting three sacks on the always dangerous McNabb. Pressure was going to be a huge factor if the colts were to be successful in the game because McNabb has proved for years if you give him time he will find the open man down field. The defense wasn’t all good though while I was impressed with the penetration the colts were getting on passing and running plays they were not wrapping up tackles with the Colts already struggling vs. the run it was heart breaking to see defenders having Torain at a 3-4 yard lass and fail to wrap him up and run for a eight yard gain however for the most part the Colts did a Great job of keeping the Redskins out of the end zone and forcing punts. With the touchdowns that were scored coming off of turnovers. But as has been the case in the past the defense stepped up when needed and created a turnover to win the game. With forty seconds left on the clock and no time outs the ‘skins came out passing on first down with a sixty yard bomb and if not for an immaculate one handed interception by Aaron Francisco they would have scored and took a four point lead with less that thirty seconds on the clock.
To say I was furious about how our special teams played would be like me saying I think the Flash is pretty quick. The punt game was fine and it really will be a shame if MacAfee doesn’t make the Pro-Bowl this year. That being said the Kickoff coverage was completely unacceptable allowing far too many yards. Even that wasn’t a concern compared to the abysmal return game. Not only did the punt return man continually not fair catch balls and let them bounce and be downed shallow of the five yard line but the one punt he did decide to field he fumbled turned it over and ruined a great defensive stand and gave McNabb the ball in the red zone for a go ahead score.
Over all a wins a win and this was a big win over a quality opponent on the road now we go in to a much needed bye at the perfect time to get our starters rested and our injured back to full strength and come back strong for a playoff push to win our division starting with a rematch with the Texans at home.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
week 7, Player of the week
Player of the week Dr. Jamez edition
Offense- Peyton Manning honestly I’ll tell you now he’s going to be my player of the year too but more on that later. Coming off a much needed road win in which he put up incredible numbers with two touchdowns, no Interceptions and a 108.1 rating but more importantly he proved why he is the best football player ever his incredible ability to learn adapt and annihilate defenses on the fly during a game. The redskins came out in a prowler style defense in which there were one and at some times no down linemen that was very confusing and they weren’t showing any formation until the last second so what does he do? He starts going in to a two minute offense and not letting the Redskins substitute which keeps all the extra db’s in the game with no rest and proceeds to feed Joseph Addai the ball at a feverish pace in which he posted his career best in both yards and yards in a single run. So yes, Peyton had a good night for most quarterbacks but for him this is his third worst game of the season Peyton is the player of the week for being a field general and making changes that no other quarterback would and setting his team up to win .
Defense- Dunta Robinson is my player of the week, for no other reason then he absolutely crushed Desean Jackson and I hate that guy. I suppose it ended up being an illegal hit but I don’t think it was his intention. He certainly didn’t intend to concuss him self.
Offense- Peyton Manning honestly I’ll tell you now he’s going to be my player of the year too but more on that later. Coming off a much needed road win in which he put up incredible numbers with two touchdowns, no Interceptions and a 108.1 rating but more importantly he proved why he is the best football player ever his incredible ability to learn adapt and annihilate defenses on the fly during a game. The redskins came out in a prowler style defense in which there were one and at some times no down linemen that was very confusing and they weren’t showing any formation until the last second so what does he do? He starts going in to a two minute offense and not letting the Redskins substitute which keeps all the extra db’s in the game with no rest and proceeds to feed Joseph Addai the ball at a feverish pace in which he posted his career best in both yards and yards in a single run. So yes, Peyton had a good night for most quarterbacks but for him this is his third worst game of the season Peyton is the player of the week for being a field general and making changes that no other quarterback would and setting his team up to win .
Defense- Dunta Robinson is my player of the week, for no other reason then he absolutely crushed Desean Jackson and I hate that guy. I suppose it ended up being an illegal hit but I don’t think it was his intention. He certainly didn’t intend to concuss him self.
Week 7 Power Rankings
Week 7 Power Rankings
1 Jets- Getting the job done that’s all that matters -Jamez
2 Steelers- Insane defense, it's won them 2 championships in the Ben(rape) era -Jamez
3 Colts- Numbers don’t lie -Jamez
4 Giants- The turn around this team has had is amazing -Jamez
5 Ravens- If they can fix their play calling issues they could go back to being considered the best in the nfl -Jamez
6 Patriots- Pretenders -Jamez
7 Falcons- Seems to have a strangle hold on the south, makes them a playoff team -Jamez
8 Texans- The Texans had a chance to be listed high but could fall due to a terrible defense -Joe
9 Packers- Decimated with injuries and killing my superbowl prediction -Jamez
10 Chiefs- Strong defense and a running game is a time tested way to win -Jamez
11 Redskins- Look brilliant at times and blow up at times. Could be dangerous if the can find some consistency on offense -Jamez
12 Eagles- Doesn’t matter who is the qb they're getting it done -Jamez
13 Titans- In the same boat as the colts. Trying to grind to a division crown -Jamez
14 Dolphins- Looked very good until they started playing divisional games -Jamez
15 Saints- Decent record vs a terrible schedule only gets you so far -Jamez
16 Vikings- Would be better if they were starting t.jack -Jamez
17 Jaguars- 3-3 with a big win over Indy and a big loss over Tennessee -Jamez
18 Bears- The Bears are in first in the north and might win the division but they need to find a way to protect Cutler or it could get ugly -Joe
19 Broncos- They are 2-4 but have looked so good -Jamez
20 Cowboys- Something has to change -Jamez
21 Bucs- Looked so good until the saints game, have two big blow outs on their record -Jamez
22 Bengals- The most disappointing team of 2010 -Jamez
23 Seahawks- Coming off a huge victory and they look like they can compete for the weak west title. -Jamez
24 Browns- Good running game and colt McCoy looked very impressive vs the best defense in the league -Jamez
25 Chargers- Exactly what I said they are for years -Jamez
26 Cardinals- Division leaders….. Beat the superbowl champs…… -Jamez
27 Lions- Most unlucky team ever -Jamez
28 Rams- Sam Bradford is clearly a future franchise QB and that’s huge for the Rams
who are improving -Joe
29 49ers- Snatching defeat from the jaws of victory every week -Jamez
30 Raiders- Wait who is starting at qb? -Jamez
31 Panthers- BOO! -Jamez
32 Bills- Worst team from start to finish of the season. -Jamez
1 Jets- Getting the job done that’s all that matters -Jamez
2 Steelers- Insane defense, it's won them 2 championships in the Ben(rape) era -Jamez
3 Colts- Numbers don’t lie -Jamez
4 Giants- The turn around this team has had is amazing -Jamez
5 Ravens- If they can fix their play calling issues they could go back to being considered the best in the nfl -Jamez
6 Patriots- Pretenders -Jamez
7 Falcons- Seems to have a strangle hold on the south, makes them a playoff team -Jamez
8 Texans- The Texans had a chance to be listed high but could fall due to a terrible defense -Joe
9 Packers- Decimated with injuries and killing my superbowl prediction -Jamez
10 Chiefs- Strong defense and a running game is a time tested way to win -Jamez
11 Redskins- Look brilliant at times and blow up at times. Could be dangerous if the can find some consistency on offense -Jamez
12 Eagles- Doesn’t matter who is the qb they're getting it done -Jamez
13 Titans- In the same boat as the colts. Trying to grind to a division crown -Jamez
14 Dolphins- Looked very good until they started playing divisional games -Jamez
15 Saints- Decent record vs a terrible schedule only gets you so far -Jamez
16 Vikings- Would be better if they were starting t.jack -Jamez
17 Jaguars- 3-3 with a big win over Indy and a big loss over Tennessee -Jamez
18 Bears- The Bears are in first in the north and might win the division but they need to find a way to protect Cutler or it could get ugly -Joe
19 Broncos- They are 2-4 but have looked so good -Jamez
20 Cowboys- Something has to change -Jamez
21 Bucs- Looked so good until the saints game, have two big blow outs on their record -Jamez
22 Bengals- The most disappointing team of 2010 -Jamez
23 Seahawks- Coming off a huge victory and they look like they can compete for the weak west title. -Jamez
24 Browns- Good running game and colt McCoy looked very impressive vs the best defense in the league -Jamez
25 Chargers- Exactly what I said they are for years -Jamez
26 Cardinals- Division leaders….. Beat the superbowl champs…… -Jamez
27 Lions- Most unlucky team ever -Jamez
28 Rams- Sam Bradford is clearly a future franchise QB and that’s huge for the Rams
who are improving -Joe
29 49ers- Snatching defeat from the jaws of victory every week -Jamez
30 Raiders- Wait who is starting at qb? -Jamez
31 Panthers- BOO! -Jamez
32 Bills- Worst team from start to finish of the season. -Jamez
Tell Me Why! Week 7
Tell me why!
Each week either Joe or I will be tasked with telling each other and the readers why a team they pick against will win the game. This week I picked The Falcons to beat the Bengals so I’m going to tell you why the Bengals will win the game.
First Down- The Bengals are coming off a bye the extra week will allow more time to get the offense on the same page and heal up from some key injuries. Also the bye in most cases this being one lets one team have an extra week of planning for a the other team who has had to play for two teams in that time it’s even more of a factor here because the Falcons just played a huge game vs the Eagles with playoff implications.
Second Down- Offense, offense, offense the Bengals have the 7th best passing offense which is very favorable vs the 24th ranked passing defense and with Dunta Robinson missing this week due to destroying Desean Jackson it could be a coming out party for one of the most talented Wide receiver corps in the nfl.
Third Down- Regardless of stats the Bengals still have a strong defensive core and a very smart defensive coordinator. You can look at the Bengals to lock down Turner and try to make Matt Ryan beat them and with the lack of skill at wide receiver I’d like those chances.
- Dr. Jamez
Each week either Joe or I will be tasked with telling each other and the readers why a team they pick against will win the game. This week I picked The Falcons to beat the Bengals so I’m going to tell you why the Bengals will win the game.
First Down- The Bengals are coming off a bye the extra week will allow more time to get the offense on the same page and heal up from some key injuries. Also the bye in most cases this being one lets one team have an extra week of planning for a the other team who has had to play for two teams in that time it’s even more of a factor here because the Falcons just played a huge game vs the Eagles with playoff implications.
Second Down- Offense, offense, offense the Bengals have the 7th best passing offense which is very favorable vs the 24th ranked passing defense and with Dunta Robinson missing this week due to destroying Desean Jackson it could be a coming out party for one of the most talented Wide receiver corps in the nfl.
Third Down- Regardless of stats the Bengals still have a strong defensive core and a very smart defensive coordinator. You can look at the Bengals to lock down Turner and try to make Matt Ryan beat them and with the lack of skill at wide receiver I’d like those chances.
- Dr. Jamez
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