Thursday, September 23, 2021

Broncos-Jets and Week 3 Picks

The Broncos are big favorites for the first time in a long time. They host the 0-2 Jets with a rookie QB, who came off a game in which he threw 4 INTs. Nothing is guaranteed in the NFL. No game is easy and there are no layups. A lot of people are going to pick the Broncos to win this game going away, but that is what makes me nervous. That scares the hell out of me. Until this team can consistently win and win big games, I'll stay away.

Prediction: Jets (+11) over DENVER

Final Score: Jets-23 Broncos-20


Now, onto the picks for Week 3......

Last Week's Record: 7-6-2

Overall Record: 12-16-3

(HOME TEAM IN CAPS)

JACKSONVILLE (+8) over Arizona: Arizona heads down to the heat and humidity of Jacksonville to take on the 0-2 Jags. At 2-0, the Cardinals have been a surprise team. I think the Cards get to 3-0 but I think the Jags keep it closer than expected.

TENNESSEE (-4) over Indianapolis: What a comeback by Tennessee last week in the win over Seattle on the road. At 1-1, they are home to take on the 0-2 Colts. The Colts are banged up and I think the Titans take care of business.

DETROIT (+10) over Baltimore: The Lions are 0-2 but were feisty at points in both games. Now, they host the Ravens, who are coming off a huge win over the Chiefs last Sunday night. The Ravens will win, but the Lions will put up a fight.

Washington (+9) over BUFFALO: The Bills are 1-1 after crushing Miami last week. Washington is 1-1 after a wild win over the Giants. I like the Bills to win the game, but look for WFT to cover.

NEW ENGLAND (-3) over New Orleans: The Pats are 1-1 after beating the Jets last week and the Saints got thumped by the Panthers and sit at 1-1. I Think the Saints will have a tough time in Foxboro and look for the Pats to win rather convincingly.

KANSAS CITY (-6) over Chargers: The Chiefs are 1-1 after that late loss to Ravens. The Chargers are 1-1 after a tough loss to the Cowboys. This will be a showcase game for Justin Herbert to see if he can out duel Pat Mahomes in Arrowhead. I like the Chiefs to pull away late.

CLEVELAND (-7) over Chicago: Justin Fields gets his first start of his career in place of injured Andy Dalton. Both teams come in at 1-1, but I think the Browns are just way better than the Bears at this point.

PITTSBURGH (-4) over Cincinnati: The Steelers got a rude awakening at the hands of the Raiders last week. Both teams are 1-1. Big Ben is a little banged up, but perhaps he can muster enough to take care of business at home against the Bengals.

Atlanta (+3) over GIANTS: This is a Loser Leaves Town Match as the 0-2 Falcons travel to the Meadowlands to take on the 0-2 Giants. I think the Falcons are the better team and will avoid the 0-3 start.

LAS VEGAS (-3) over Miami: Tua is out with broken ribs as they head to Las Vegas to take on the Raiders. The Raiders are 2-0, and they will roll past the Dolphins.

RAMS (+2) over Tampa Bay: This is a great late Sunday afternoon game. The Rams are home underdogs to the 2-0 Bucs. As great as the Bucs have looked, I like the Rams at home in this spot.

Seattle (-1) over MINNESOTA: The Vikings need a win to avoid an 0-3 start. The Seahawks are 1-1, but completely blew that game against the Titans last week. I like the Seahawks to get the huge road win.

SAN FRANCISCO (-3) over Green Bay: This is an interesting Sunday Night Football matchup. The Packers righted the ship with a blowout win over the Lions last week. SF took care of Philly on the road. The Niners come in at 2-0 and can really make a statement if they defeat the Packers in this spot. I'm taking the Niners.

DALLAS (-3) over Philadelphia: This is a good Monday Night Football game. Both teams are 1-1 but I think the Cowboys have been more impressive. I like them in this spot at home. 


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