Ah NFL Week 11. One week closer to the playoffs for some teams, while one week closer to the draft for others (Jaguars). There are some good matchups this week that should making for an entertaining Sunday on Redzone.
Jets @ Bills
Gang Green gets it done on the road in this one to sweep the season series and continue its surprising 2013 campaign. The Bills after last weeks loss to the Steelers can't find consistency on offense. Maybe E.J. Manuel can shed the injuries and make a late season push, but I can't bank on that this week. Geno gets the best of E.J. in this one. Jets 24, Bills 10
Browns @ Bengals
The Bengals after holding on for one possession wins against New England, Buffalo and Detroit have dropped back to back contests to Miami and Baltimore by a combined 5 points. Last week's rally against the Ravens was impressive, only to lose after a questionable 4th down try at midfield (where was the confidence in the defense Marvin Lewis?). The Browns, after a bye week will look to sweep the battle for the Buckeye State. Not happening. Josh Gordon can provide the home run play, but Cleveland will need some LeBron James firepower to get by a hungry Bengals team. Bengals 34, Browns 17
Raiders @ Texans
It's been a rough season for Houston. Case Keenum was close to picking up this first NFL win last week against Arizona, but came up just short. Gary Kubiak is set to rejoin the team after suffering a mild stroke a couple weeks back and the team is sure to rally around him. Oakland has been interesting this season, hanging around in most games (minus against Denver and Philly) and shows flashes of being a contender. I think this game will be shootout, with Keenum and Pryor airing it out. I'll give Houston the edge at home. Texans 38, Raiders 31
Redskins @ Eagles
Eagles have to win at home eventually, right? Foles continues his hot streak and the Eagles offense is too much for R3III to overcome. Eagles 34, Redskins 17
49ers @ Saints
Kaepernick has had some struggles at times during his sophomore season, and the Saints are rolling at home, 5-0 at home this season and averaging 35.2 ppg in the Superdome . I'll ride the Saints again this week. Saints 37, 49ers, 31
Chargers @ Dolphins
Chargers are hot, Dolphins are "distracted" all the critics say. Enough already. The 'fins right the ship, grinding out a win. Dolphins 13, Chargers 10.
Viking @ Seahawks
Seattle has taken a couple steps back in recent weeks, but they're still #1 in NFC in my book. The Seahawks haven't lost at home since the 2011 season finale to the 49ers, and that trends continues today. Minnesota can't consistently move the ball, and unless AP runs wild (granted he get get more then 12 touches in the game) chalk this one up for Seattle. Seahawks 45, Vikings 13
Ravens @ Bears In the Bears 4 losses this season, each has been by 8 points or less. Chicago stays in games and keeps it close. They are a different team without Cutler, but McCown can manage a game. I expect the D to keep Chicago in it. Baltimore snapped a 3-game losing streak last week by holding on against the Bengals comeback (knock the ball down on a hailmary!). This one will be close, and I predict the Bears will get by. Bears 13, Ravens 7.
Lions @ Steelers
Megatron has a field day against the Steelers secondary. Lions win big on the road. Lions 38, Steelers 6.
Packers @ Giants
Green Bay overcomes injuries to get by the G-men, Lacy has a big day on the ground for the Pack. The Giants win streak ends at 3 as Eli throws 4 INTs. Packers 17, Giants 6.
Patriots @ Panthers MNF
Patriots are coming off a bye and its young crop of receivers (Dobson/Tompkins) are starting to hit their stride in the NFL. Gronk adds the go-to target for Brady that he covets. The Panthers are second in team defense, allowing a mere 283 ypg (the Texans are someone #1 at 280). Carolina has been hot, led by its defense and duel-threat Cam Newton. The Patriots defense has been forced to overcome injuries to key personnel Wilfork and Mayo, and it may have trouble slowing Newton down. This game should be close and low scoring. I'll give the edge to Carolina at home. Panthers 13, Patriots 10.
Snoozers
Cardinals, 24, Jaguars 14
Buccaneers 24, Falcons 17
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