So I am off to a rollicking start, as are the Buffalo Bills who destroyed the LA Rams in the second half last night. As such, I am up 1-0 in the victory column. But now the real fun begins as the NFL begins in earnest on Sunday. So with the help of the Draftkings Sportsbook, here we go.
Ravens (-6.5) @ Jets: The line just shifted down which is a bailout for me. I like the Ravens in this game, but the line at 7 scared me because the Ravens have been mercurial. Both teams are banged up, but I think the Ravens will win by at least 7 so give me Baltimore.
Points: Ravens Victory: Ravens
Eagles (-4.5) @ Lions: UPSET PICK OF THE WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEKK!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is a big game for the Lions. If they want to show that they have moved ahead in the world this is a game to win. You're at home, you're against an Eagles team that's good but not great. Dan Campbell is looking to turn the culture, and here it is. Give me Detroit.
Points: Lions Victory: Lions
Colts (-7) @ Texans: Give me the Colts. Not much else to say. Texans probably have the worst roster in the AFC. Simple
Points: Colts Victory: Colts
49ers (-7) @ Bears: The Niners are a better team, that I'm sure of. But it appears George Kittle will not play and Trey Lance on the road in a rough Chicago environment is a bit iffy, especially with Jimmy G looking behind his back. Niners win, but I think the spread is too much. I'll take the points
Points: Bears Victory: Niners
Steelers @ Bengals (-6.5): Once again, the hook probably saves me. I'm given a 7-point victory over Pittsburgh at home. With Mitch Trubisky starting for the Steelers? Give me the Bengals
Points: Bengals Victory: Bengals
Saints (-5.5) @ Falcons: In a wide-open NFC, the Saints could be in play. To do that, they have to start by winning this game against the rebuilding Falcons. I think they will.
Points: Saints Victory: Saints
Patriots @ Dolphins (-3.5): This to me could go either way. I know the Patriots offense has looked like dogshit in the early part of the season, but do I trust Tua yet? I don't know. If Miami wants to show that they are clearly the second best team in the AFC East, they should beat up New England. I think the Dolphins win but I don't like it. Begrudgingly I will give the points away
Points: Dolphins Victory: Dolphins
Browns @ Panthers: PICK'EM! This is literally a pick'em game in the books so I will do just that and go with my heart. I hope the Panthers and Baker kick the crap out of Cleveland. Please do.
Victory: Panthers
Jaguars @ Commanders (-2.5): PICK'EM #2! Jaguars need to show me something before I pick them. Give me Washington
Victory: Commies
Giants @ Titans (-5.5): If the Giants were fully healthy, I may have given them a chance, but with Thibodeaux and Ojulari doubtful, I don't think they will be able to rattle Tannehill which helps out King Henry as well. Give me the Titans.
Points: Titans Victory: Titans
Chiefs (-6) @ Cardinals: We're going to find out how big of a loss Tyreek Hill will be for the Chiefs. I think the Chiefs will eventually win this game, but the Cardinals should be able to keep up enough in order to keep it close. Give me the Cardinals with the points
Points: Cardinals Victory: Chiefs
Packers (-1) @ Vikings: PICK'EM #3! Packers will be without Allen Lazard, but this is a prove it game for the Vikings. They choked away last year and they need to win this game to start off right. Unlike Browns/Panthers, I don't really have a dog in the fight. I'll go with Minny because they are at home but I don't know.
Victory: Vikings
Raiders @ Chargers (-3.5): Sigh...
I'm going to pick the Chargers, but I can't trust them. I can NEVER trust them. So I am going to hedge my bets. Besides the homefield advantage for the Chargers is not that much of one.
Points: Raiders Victory: Chargers
Buccaneers (-2.5) @ Cowboys: PICK'EM #4! Both teams are hurting at OL so I think the running game and mobility at QB will be key. That's why I think Dallas is going to win. The Buccaneers also usually start out slow anyway. The low spread has this not being an upset but for a lot of people it may be
Victory: Cowboys
Broncos (-6.5) @ Seahawks: You think Russell Wilson is going to lose this game? Heck no. He's got a much better supporting cast than he had and he is looking to stick it to Pete Carroll. And he won't be phased by the Seattle crowd either. Give me the Broncos in a blowout.
Points: Broncos Victory: Broncos
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