Week 17
Week 17
N. Y. Giants at Washington – Wonder twin deactivate! If all goes as plans, this will be the last regular season game that Tiki will lace up the cleats. Woe is Washington! The ‘Skins lost a close game last week to the Rams in overtime. This team, even at 5-10, has been rejuvenated with the activation of QB Jason Campbell at quarterback. Maybe Gibbs will learn from his mistakes and start the guy at the beginning of the 2007-08 season.
Carolina at New Orleans – Brees for MVP! Colston for Rookie of the Year. Many will probably disagree, and pick the fan favorite Reggie Bush for rookie of the year. Don’t believe the hype! Bush is nice, don’t get me wrong, but didn’t everyone think he would be? Without Delhomme, Carolina is still struggling with Weinke at the helm. Weinke threw for 32 yard in the entire game against the Falcons last week. That’s pathetic! Especially when the only points the Falcons scored was on a 40-yard FG from the senior citizen, Morten Andersen.
Cleveland at Houston – GO BROWNS!!!! The Cleveland Browns select with their first pick in the 2007 NFL Draft: Troy Smith! That’s right ladies and gentlemen. The Browns have been playing the Troy Smith lottery since week 1. I couldn’t tell you this prior, but I think it is only fair to let my readers know this week. Please grab your ticket for the Browns Bandwagon early. Tickets are going fast!
Detroit at Dallas – Cancer continues to disrupt the chemistry of yet another team. Even though he had the only TD last week in an abysmal effort against his former team, his lackluster performance has been evident over the entire season. They should invest in sticky gloves for his hands and sticky tape for his mouth.
Jacksonville at Kansas City – Ok, beating up on Oakland does not make you a high caliber team. But the Chiefs needed that win as a morale booster in the locker room. They dropped the last 3 games prior to this win. Kansas City will need to focus on containing Jones-Drew and putting pressure on Garrard. The Patriots squeaked away with a win last week using this same philosophy. If they allow Jones-Drew to get out on them, it will be a long day in Arrowhead Stadium.
New England at Tennessee – Tennessee pulled off a shocker over the Bills last week, edging them by the score of 30-29. The Titans managed to come from behind in the fourth outscoring the Bills 10-0. The Patriots have many weapons at their disposal. The question is, how long will they play? This is week 17, and there is no need to flirt around with possible injuries before the playoffs. Especially, against a team who has nothing to play for.
Oakland at N.Y. Jets – The Raiders are terrible! This team has set themselves up for the first pick in the draft. What area will they address with their first selection? They need help pretty much everywhere. They are unlikely to pick Troy Smith with their pick. Moss may not return next year, so possibly a WR? Or maybe, they will address the offensive line again this year, since Gallery wasn’t the missing piece. The Jets should have a cake walk this week.
Pittsburgh at Cincinnati – Will the Steelers play spoiler this week? Cincy holds their destiny in their hands. They had a chance to clinch last week, but lost to the Broncos by 1 point. What a way to end the season! They will have to beat the reigning Super Bowl Champs and division rival in order to make it to the playoffs.
Seattle at Tampa Bay – Seattle had their hands full with the Chargers last week. Despite a 140 yard & 2 touchdowns effort by Shaun Alexander, the Seahawks lost in the waning minutes on a touchdown pass from Philip Rivers. Tampa Bay (4-11) is a team that you can pretty much look past this week. Gruden has driven this team into the ground. Seattle should win this won effortlessly.
St. Louis at Minnesota – Marc Bulger let loose on the ‘Skins last week with a 400+ total yard performance including 4 touchdowns. Minnesota couldn’t even Mapquest directions to the endzone last week. Their only score came off of an interception by Fred Smoot. He was just recently in a car accident and will not play this game. Maybe if they focused on playing football instead of “pleasure” cruises, they may actually find a way to win this game.
Arizona at San Diego – L.T.! What more can I say? Arizona will have to do everything in their power to keep this guy under control. Fortunately, they may only have to see him intermittently throughout the first half. Playoff-bound… why waste him on a bum team? After his first two touchdowns, he will be yanked from the game.
Atlanta at Philadelphia – Garcia? Who would’ve thought this guy could continue a playoff push for the Eagles after losing McNabb? But he has, with the help of Brian Westbrook, not only made the playoffs but led them to possibly clinching their division title. Westbrook was snubbed for the Pro Bowl. But honestly, who gives a crap about the Pro Bowl?
Buffalo at Baltimore – At 12-3, the Ravens have not only shocked the world, but they have shocked themselves. They have found ways to win games even with 0 seconds left on the clock this season. They literally trounced on the Squealers last week with a final score of 31-7. This defense is one to reckoned with, even if the offense is oftentimes suspect.
Miami at Indianapolis – Indianapolis always manages to fall into the same situation every year, no matter how well they start the year off. Starting 9-0 and losing 4 of the last 6 is no way to make a run for the title. I would be nasty and pick Miami to upset them, but that would just be cruel. If Miami had a rushing attack, they could definitely pull off the upset here. Ron Dayne let them have it last week, dropping 153 and a pair of TDs. I haven’t heard Dayne’s name and touchdown in the same sentence since he left Wisconsin. The Colts should finish this season 12-4.
San Francisco at Denver – Cutler looked a lot better last week in their big win over Cincy. He completed a little over 50% of his passes with 2 touchdowns. Both Tatum and Mike averaged over 4 yards a carry. The Niners were on the losing end of a battle with the Cardinals. Their inability to contain Edge, Shipp, or Fitzgerald proved to be a costly mistake. They will need to rethink their game plan in order to stop the Broncos.
Green Bay at Chicago – Is this the last hurrah for Favre? Unfortunately, for all those Cheesehead fans, this may be the end of an era. Grossman or Griese? Griese’s is the possible favorite to start this week. But it really doesn’t matter which one starts. The game’s MVP will be the entire Bears’ defense who will pick off nearly every pass Favre’s throws. If this is his last game, you can guarantee he will break the INT record on Sunday. Well now, maybe he can focus on shooting There's Something About Mary 2.
Game of the Week: Pittsburgh at Cincinnati & Green Bay at Chicago
Picks for Week 16: 9-7
N. Y. Giants at Washington – Wonder twin deactivate! If all goes as plans, this will be the last regular season game that Tiki will lace up the cleats. Woe is Washington! The ‘Skins lost a close game last week to the Rams in overtime. This team, even at 5-10, has been rejuvenated with the activation of QB Jason Campbell at quarterback. Maybe Gibbs will learn from his mistakes and start the guy at the beginning of the 2007-08 season.
Carolina at New Orleans – Brees for MVP! Colston for Rookie of the Year. Many will probably disagree, and pick the fan favorite Reggie Bush for rookie of the year. Don’t believe the hype! Bush is nice, don’t get me wrong, but didn’t everyone think he would be? Without Delhomme, Carolina is still struggling with Weinke at the helm. Weinke threw for 32 yard in the entire game against the Falcons last week. That’s pathetic! Especially when the only points the Falcons scored was on a 40-yard FG from the senior citizen, Morten Andersen.
Cleveland at Houston – GO BROWNS!!!! The Cleveland Browns select with their first pick in the 2007 NFL Draft: Troy Smith! That’s right ladies and gentlemen. The Browns have been playing the Troy Smith lottery since week 1. I couldn’t tell you this prior, but I think it is only fair to let my readers know this week. Please grab your ticket for the Browns Bandwagon early. Tickets are going fast!
Detroit at Dallas – Cancer continues to disrupt the chemistry of yet another team. Even though he had the only TD last week in an abysmal effort against his former team, his lackluster performance has been evident over the entire season. They should invest in sticky gloves for his hands and sticky tape for his mouth.
Jacksonville at Kansas City – Ok, beating up on Oakland does not make you a high caliber team. But the Chiefs needed that win as a morale booster in the locker room. They dropped the last 3 games prior to this win. Kansas City will need to focus on containing Jones-Drew and putting pressure on Garrard. The Patriots squeaked away with a win last week using this same philosophy. If they allow Jones-Drew to get out on them, it will be a long day in Arrowhead Stadium.
New England at Tennessee – Tennessee pulled off a shocker over the Bills last week, edging them by the score of 30-29. The Titans managed to come from behind in the fourth outscoring the Bills 10-0. The Patriots have many weapons at their disposal. The question is, how long will they play? This is week 17, and there is no need to flirt around with possible injuries before the playoffs. Especially, against a team who has nothing to play for.
Oakland at N.Y. Jets – The Raiders are terrible! This team has set themselves up for the first pick in the draft. What area will they address with their first selection? They need help pretty much everywhere. They are unlikely to pick Troy Smith with their pick. Moss may not return next year, so possibly a WR? Or maybe, they will address the offensive line again this year, since Gallery wasn’t the missing piece. The Jets should have a cake walk this week.
Pittsburgh at Cincinnati – Will the Steelers play spoiler this week? Cincy holds their destiny in their hands. They had a chance to clinch last week, but lost to the Broncos by 1 point. What a way to end the season! They will have to beat the reigning Super Bowl Champs and division rival in order to make it to the playoffs.
Seattle at Tampa Bay – Seattle had their hands full with the Chargers last week. Despite a 140 yard & 2 touchdowns effort by Shaun Alexander, the Seahawks lost in the waning minutes on a touchdown pass from Philip Rivers. Tampa Bay (4-11) is a team that you can pretty much look past this week. Gruden has driven this team into the ground. Seattle should win this won effortlessly.
St. Louis at Minnesota – Marc Bulger let loose on the ‘Skins last week with a 400+ total yard performance including 4 touchdowns. Minnesota couldn’t even Mapquest directions to the endzone last week. Their only score came off of an interception by Fred Smoot. He was just recently in a car accident and will not play this game. Maybe if they focused on playing football instead of “pleasure” cruises, they may actually find a way to win this game.
Arizona at San Diego – L.T.! What more can I say? Arizona will have to do everything in their power to keep this guy under control. Fortunately, they may only have to see him intermittently throughout the first half. Playoff-bound… why waste him on a bum team? After his first two touchdowns, he will be yanked from the game.
Atlanta at Philadelphia – Garcia? Who would’ve thought this guy could continue a playoff push for the Eagles after losing McNabb? But he has, with the help of Brian Westbrook, not only made the playoffs but led them to possibly clinching their division title. Westbrook was snubbed for the Pro Bowl. But honestly, who gives a crap about the Pro Bowl?
Buffalo at Baltimore – At 12-3, the Ravens have not only shocked the world, but they have shocked themselves. They have found ways to win games even with 0 seconds left on the clock this season. They literally trounced on the Squealers last week with a final score of 31-7. This defense is one to reckoned with, even if the offense is oftentimes suspect.
Miami at Indianapolis – Indianapolis always manages to fall into the same situation every year, no matter how well they start the year off. Starting 9-0 and losing 4 of the last 6 is no way to make a run for the title. I would be nasty and pick Miami to upset them, but that would just be cruel. If Miami had a rushing attack, they could definitely pull off the upset here. Ron Dayne let them have it last week, dropping 153 and a pair of TDs. I haven’t heard Dayne’s name and touchdown in the same sentence since he left Wisconsin. The Colts should finish this season 12-4.
San Francisco at Denver – Cutler looked a lot better last week in their big win over Cincy. He completed a little over 50% of his passes with 2 touchdowns. Both Tatum and Mike averaged over 4 yards a carry. The Niners were on the losing end of a battle with the Cardinals. Their inability to contain Edge, Shipp, or Fitzgerald proved to be a costly mistake. They will need to rethink their game plan in order to stop the Broncos.
Green Bay at Chicago – Is this the last hurrah for Favre? Unfortunately, for all those Cheesehead fans, this may be the end of an era. Grossman or Griese? Griese’s is the possible favorite to start this week. But it really doesn’t matter which one starts. The game’s MVP will be the entire Bears’ defense who will pick off nearly every pass Favre’s throws. If this is his last game, you can guarantee he will break the INT record on Sunday. Well now, maybe he can focus on shooting There's Something About Mary 2.
Game of the Week: Pittsburgh at Cincinnati & Green Bay at Chicago
Picks for Week 16: 9-7
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