If last week’s game proved anything, it was that generalizations on what needs to improve, and happen or not happen in analyzing NFL games, seldom works. The Redskins did everything asked of them to win. They avoided the turnovers that have plagued them throughout the season. They protected Brunell and even generated a pass rush in the first half. Lastly, they created the necessary turnovers to win the turnover battle for the first time this season, yet it still wasn\u2019t enough to win a hard fought game at home.<\/p>\n
As tough as it is to see our beloved Redskins lose, it sure is nice to see that the finger pointing, common when teams lose six of their last eight, is limited to our forum and not in our team\u2019s locker room.<\/p>\n
Houston at Baltimore <\/b>
\nHow bad must the Texans feel about last week\u2019s collapse? The possible return of Reed and Lewis should help the Raisins get a win. Jamal Lewis, as the only healthy Baltimore back, should have a big day. I know – who cares.
\nPick \u2013 Raisins<\/p>\n
Atlanta at Carolina <\/b>
\nThe Falcons, after a long rest and no challenge from the lowly Lions, feel this is a must win against their division leader. It won\u2019t be enough as they fall two back behind the Panthers and one behind the Bucs.
\nPick \u2013 Panthers<\/p>\n
Green Bay at Chicago <\/b>
\nWhat\u2019s the over\/under on how many picks Favre will throw?
\nPick \u2013 Da Bears<\/p>\n
Jacksonville at Cleveland <\/b>
\nJimmy Smith\u2019s upset, Fred Taylor\u2019s nicked and David Garrard will get his first start at QB. Who\u2019s David Garrard?
\nPick \u2013 Brownies<\/p>\n
Minnesota at Detroit <\/b>
\nThe Lions lost to the Vikes four weeks ago with Mooch, I can\u2019t see them reversing their fortune without him.
\nPick \u2013 Vikes<\/p>\n
Tennessee at Indianapolis <\/b>
\nHave I mentioned that the Colts are a damn good team? That was an impressive win on Monday night. I must admit, I have team envy.
\nPick – Colts<\/p>\n
Buffalo at Miami <\/b>
\nRicky Williams and Ronnie Brown ought to put up huge rushing numbers against the Bill\u2019s porous rush defense.
\nPick \u2013 Phish<\/p>\n
Tampa Bay at New Orleans <\/b>
\nGruden will have his club ready for this important divisional game.
\nPick \u2013 Bucs<\/p>\n
Dallas at New York Giants <\/b>
\nA must watch \u2013 this ought to be a great game. The Gnat\u2019s lack of a pass defense has to catch up with them sometime. No pun intended. The Pukes will find a way to shut down Shockey, while Bledsoe and his receivers have another big game against the Gnats. Besides, even if I pick them and they lose, I feel great!
\nPick \u2013 Pukes<\/p>\n
Cincinnati at Pittsburgh <\/b>
\nTough to pick against the Steelers at home, especially considering they already beat the Bungles at their house.
\nPick \u2013 Steelers<\/p>\n
Arizona at San Francisco <\/b>
\nThe 9\u2019ers are giving up over 400 yards per game!
\nPick \u2013 Cards<\/p>\n
Washington at St. Louis <\/b>
\nThe Redskin offense should perform better this week against a weak Ram defense. Besides, a rookie QB from Harvard named Ryan Fitzpatrick will not beat the Skins!
\nPick \u2013 Redskins<\/p>\n
Denver at Kansas City <\/b>
\nAs usual, the Broncos run all over the Chiefs.
\nPick \u2013 Broncos<\/p>\n
New York Jets at New England <\/b>
\nAmazingly at 6-5, the Pats still hold a two-game lead in their division and have two of their next four games against the Jets. The only team left on their schedule with a winning record is the Bucs in week 15.
\nPick \u2013 Patriots<\/p>\n
Oakland at San Diego <\/b>
\nThe Chargers will beat the Faiders for the second time this season and continue their roll \u2013 making it five wins in a row. I know another team I\u2019d like to run off five in a row!
\nPick \u2013 Chargers<\/p>\n
Seattle at Philadelphia <\/b>
\nHolmgren and his team know how important having home field advantage is to their playoff chances. A loss to floundering Philthy isn\u2019t acceptable and would bring the other green birds tumbling down as well.
\nPick – Seahawks<\/p>\n
Last Week\u2019s Results: <\/b>\t 11-5
\nSeason To Date: <\/b>\t113-63<\/p>\n
Edit: This blog was archived in May of 2016 from our original articles database.It was originally posted by Frank Hastings<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"