NFL Week 8 NFC East Power Rankings: Which Big Time Playas’ Will Eat Crow?

The Cowboys remain number one in the NFC East, but the drama continues to unfold for the Cowboys as they battle to establish their ghost like identity in week 8. Tony Romo will continue to receive damming criticism from Dallas fans, the NFL community, and his peers on his fourth quarter antics.

Can the Cowboys stop the bleeding and capture a victory in week 8?

Will the Detroit Lions make owner Jerry Jones eat crow?

Matthew Stafford took his lumps in week 7 against a nasty Bengals defense, but that beat down may help him be a big time playa’ in week 8 – “the nightmare before Halloween.”

Coach Chip Kelly has been under fire with Philly fans for his play book schemes that have seemed to run out of steam. Rookie head coach Chip Kelly will soon come to find “the city of brotherly love” has little tolerance on having to live through another losing season.

RG3 second season has been a bumpy one filled with up and down feel good moments. The road for RG3 does not get any easier as he faces one of his most formidable opponents in the Denver Broncos in week 8.

Does RG3 have the skills to make the Denver Broncos eat crow in a supposed lopsided week 8 matchup?

Will the Giants defense make Michael Vick eat crow, or will the Eagles defense make it a very long day for Eli Manning?

Photo Courtesy: Wikimedia Commons

Week 4 NFL Top Prediction Picks: Hot Finger Louie Fantasy Report

The fantasy report for week 4  hot picks is a tough one indeed, especially since the 0-3 teams have been a most disappointing start for Vegas odds makers, and fantasy leagues.

Arizona Cardinals 19 – Tampa Bay Buccaneers 17

Buccaneers Fantasy players are left out in the cold since the Buccaneers 3 game losing streak. It does not feel any better for those fantasy players that thought the Cardinals would not be in a losing drought. Arizona will bounce back from a dismal start to finally reach the 500 mark.

Pittsburgh Steelers 17 – Minnesota Vikings 27

Fantasy players’ first picks of the 2013 NFL season for the Steelers and Vikings have turned out to be absolute duds. The only bright spot for fantasy players of the Minnesota picks is Adrian Peterson; moreover it may be a matter of time for this stud to depart from the Vikings team in search for greener opportunities, especially if the team keeps up a losing streak. The Vikings have the edge in this game in both offense and defense.

Baltimore Ravens 28 – Buffalo Bills 19

Fantasy players stick with their top Baltimore offensive picks in a week 4 matchup that will determine next weeks fantasy picks. The Bills have been in some close shoot outs, but their fantasy stock has plummeted due to their QB dilemma. Fantasy players stick with their favorite first choice in this week 4 matchup.

Cincinnati Bengals 24 – Cleveland Browns 17

Fantasy players look at their options at QB and wide receiver, and determine that the Bengals offense will prove to be a most valuable money maker for this week 4 NFL matchup.

Indianapolis Colts 28 – Jacksonville Jaguars 13

Fantasy players look for a big game from second year QB Andrew Luck. Reggie Wayne last week less than stellar performance does not worry fantasy players, Wayne will remain a top pick in week 4. The Colts are favored by 14 points – in a game that will separate the men from the boys.

New York Jets 24 – Tennessee Titans 23

Move over Mark Sanchez, and enter Gino Smith - as Smith is a fan favorite fantasy pick in this week 4 matchup against the Tennessee Titans. Seeing that some fantasy players abandon ship and pick the Titans as 2 point favorites, veteran fantasy players pick the Jets a 1 point favorite in a week 4 knock down showdown.

Dallas Cowboys 31 – San Diego Chargers 21

The Chargers last week heartbreaking lost to the Titans has fantasy players running for cover in their week 4 picks. Many Faithful Chargers fantasy players abandon their favorite picks for new blood. The Cowboys are 10 point favorites in this week 4 matchup.

Washington Redskins 21 – Oakland Raiders 28

This Redskins and Raiders week 4 matchup is a tough fantasy pick. There is no room for error in this week fantasy picks, since both teams are struggling with several injury issues on offense and defense. The Raiders are underdogs in fantasy points, but are fan favorites for fantasy players’ top picks.

All Photo Images --  Courtesy: Wikimedia Commons

Top 6 Worst Beat Down Week 3 NFL Games Recap

The misery in losing to an NFL team you were supposed to beat in week 3 has now become the talk of the town amongst loyal fans that have seen 6 teams play more poorly than ever before. Week 3 of the NFL season has proven that even a fan favorite team can fall from grace.

Here is a recap on the top 6 worst beat down week 3 NFL games.

Photo Courtesy: Wikimedia Commons

St. Louis Rams 7 – Dallas Cowboys 31

The Cowboys defense shut down a sluggish Rams offensive line, and their QB faired no better on his own accord. Tony Romo rebounded back from taking a beating in week 2 against a stout Kansas City defense in which the Cowboys were defeated by only one point.

Houston Texans 9 – Baltimore Ravens 30

It came to no surprise to Ravens Fans that it would be a matter of time before the Ravens defense would rise to the occasion, but it came at an unfortunate time for the Texans – as they shut down Matt Schaub air attack.

Arizona Cardinals 7 – New Orleans Saints 31

Drew Brees air attack proved to be doom for a struggling defensive line in week 3. The Saints are getting back to their old style of whip ‘em up defense and that only means trouble for their next opponent in week 4.

New York Giants 0 – Carolina Panthers 38

The New Giants whole team put on a pitiful display in week 3 – as their lackluster performance against the Panthers is one of their worst outings since Eli Manning took over the QB helm in 2004. The Panthers defense played a sparkling game, and they will have time to cherish this whip down as they take this upcoming bye week to study film for their bout against the Arizona Cardinals.

Jacksonville Jaguars 17 – Seattle Seahawks 45

When you have a quarterback such as Russell Wilson that can throw on the run, and is also very mobile in the pocket, it was a disaster in the making for the Jaguars offensive linemen. The Seahawks are a complete team both on offense and defense, but their next matchup against a solid Houston Texans defense in week 4 will be another test for Russell Wilson.

Chicago Bears 40 – Pittsburgh Steelers 23

Jay Cutler has taken a lot of flak throughout his playing time in Chicago, but somehow he has managed to help his team win some really thrilling games in 2013. The Bears defense has risen to the occasion several times this season, and that is why they remain undefeated. 

Hot Finger Louie Week 3 NFL Predictions

Week 2 NFL games are now official past history, and many teams that were picked as fantasy football favorites turned out to be duds for fantasy league players. Upsets in week 2 have fantasy players scratching their heads – as they hurry up within picking their fantasy favorites in week 3. Larry Fitzgerald is dealing with a hamstring problem, and the Denver Broncos are waiting to see if Champ Bailey will suit up to play in their week 3 matchup against the Oakland Raiders. There are several teams that are dealing with injury issues which may derail their opportunity to win in week 3, and this gives an opportunity for fantasy players to reshuffle their picks in week 3.

Houston Texans 28 – Baltimore Ravens 27

New York Giants 24 – Carolina Panthers 21

Detroit Lions 20 – Washington Redskins 19

St. Louis Rams 24 – Dallas Cowboys 31

Green Bay Packers 31 – Cincinnati Bengals 17

San Diego Chargers 27 – Tennessee Titans 17

Tampa Bay Buccaneers 14 – New England Patriots 28

Cleveland Browns 13 – Minnesota Vikings 28

Arizona Cardinals 20 – New Orleans Saints 34

Atlanta Falcons 28 – Miami Dolphins 31

Indianapolis Colts 28 – San Francisco 49ers 24

Buffalo Bills 16 – New York Jets 27

Jacksonville Jaguars 13 – Seattle Seahawks 27

Chicago Bears 24 – Pittsburgh 13

Hot Finger Louie Week 1 NFL Predictions

Tampa Bay Buccaneers 24 - New York Jets 10

Buccaneers pass rush will be to much for rookie QB Gino Smith to handle, fumbles and turnovers will play a big part in the win for the Buccaneers.

New England Patriots 38 – Buffalo Bills 17

Even though Tom Brady has lost 5 key receivers, he will manage the game at a super efficient pace – as he will connect with his young receivers. The Patriots defense will do a good job on controlling rookie E.J. Manuel, it will be a frustrating day for the rookie QB - as his passer rating will be 79.5 percent.

Minnesota Vikings 28 – Detroit Lions 24

Adrian Peterson will be the key in defeating the Lions; the work horse will rush for 2 touchdowns. Matthew Safford 3 touchdowns and Calvin Johnson big plays will not be enough to overcome some bad happenings in the second half of the game.

Oakland Raiders 13 – Indianapolis Colts 35

The pitiful Oakland Raiders defense will be no match for second year marvel Andrew Luck. The Raiders offense will be snuffed out by a stingy Indy defense that will make it a long day for Terrelle Pryor.

Tennessee Titans 17 – Pittsburgh Steelers 27

Not much talk of Big Ben Roethlisberger since the beginning of the 2013 season, but all of that will become old news as Big Ben shreds the Titans defense by throwing 3 touchdowns. Pittsburgh defense will shut down Ryan Fitzpatrick, turnovers will dictate Pittsburgh win over the Titans.

Kansas City Chiefs 23 – Jacksonville Jaguars 17

Alex Smith field general skills will help his struggling defense overcome a close game. Blaine Gabbert will have an efficient game, but Kansas City’s defense will make it a learning lesson for the young QB.

Seattle Seahawks 42 – Carolina Panthers 38

This will be a grand game to remember – as Russell Wilson and Cam Newton will both have great stats when the game is over. Russell Wilson will bring out the best in Marshawn Lynch as he will have a huge game to help defeat the Panthers at home.

Photo Credit: Larry Maurer

Cincinnati Bengals 17 – Chicago Bears 24

Jay Cutler will best Andy Dalton in a gun slinging duel that will be an exciting game. Chicago Bears defense will force Dalton to throw some unwanted picks. The Bears and Cutler need to start the season off with a win.

Atlanta Falcons 35 – New Orleans Saints 38

The return of Head Coach Sean Payton is just what the Saints need to help defeat the Falcons high powered offense. The Saints new defensive coordinator Rob Ryan play schemes will give the defense the edge to contain the Falcons run game. The acquisition of Steven Jackson will give Matt Ryan more air attack, but Drew Brees is seeking revenge for his teams sub-par last season.

Miami Dolphins 20 – Cleveland Browns 13

Will the new Miami Dolphins uniform help second year QB Ryan Tannehill play better? Dolphins’ fans would hope so, but they know in reality if Tannehill can throw TD’s instead of INT’s - it will give the Dolphins a much needed win. Brandon Weeden will have his hands filled due to the Dolphins revamped defense.

Green Bay Packers 34 – San Francisco 49ers 24

Week 1 will prove to be a week of super match-ups, and this game may be one that goes in the record books as one of the most exciting games to date. Aaron Rodgers air attack will lead to 4 TD scores. Colin Kaepernick will be contained by San Francisco’s defense, but he will have a great game, although a costly pick will cost San Francisco the game.

Arizona Cardinals 20 – St. Louis Rams 24

Sam Bradford has something to prove this season, and he knows that a first season win will help him and his team as a confidence booster. Carson Palmer is a feel good comeback story in the NFL, but an opening season loss will be an uphill battle for an already struggling Cardinals team.

New York Giants 31 – Dallas Cowboys 27

The New York Giants own the Dallas Cowboys in the win category, and even though the Cowboys have home field advantage – the Giants defense will prove to be too much for Tony Romo to Handle. This is a game that Eli Manning needs to win from a team perspective. This will be a hard fought battle in the trenches, but a heartbreaking loss for Tony Romo and his Dallas team.

Photo Credit: Mike Morbeck - Wikimedia Commons