NFL Week 1
San Francisco at Arizona
When: 4:15 PM*ET,*Sunday, September 13, 2009
Where: University of Phoenix Stadium, Phoenix, Arizona
Arizona, the defending NFC champs start another run at it on Sunday when they host division-rival San Francisco. The Cardinals have the target on their backs this season, and it starts with the 49ers. San Francisco now under the first full year of Head Coach Mike Singeltary should make some noise in the division this year.
The road teams in this series are 4-3 SU & 7-0 ATS record in the
last 7.
I'm Taking 2*San Francisco +6
St. Louis at Seattle
When: 4:15 PM*ET,*Sunday, September 13, 2009
Where: Qwest Field, Seattle, Washington
Both of these teams are out to prove they can still compete in this division. St. Louis was 2-14, the franchise's worst records since 1962. Seattle was 4-12, its worst season in 16 years. This is the first chance to bounce back. The Rams need to establish the Run early and often, and I think they will do just that. They have really built this offense around Jackson the last couple of years (spending alot of money on the OL) and I think it will begin to pay off this year. The Seahawks allowed the most passing yards in the league last season and starting safeties Brian Russell and Deon Grant intercepted a combined total of two passes. The Rams have an opportunity to exploit that. Ultimately, I see the Seahawks taking this game down but the Rams should keep it close. Seattle has won eight consecutive games against St. Louis, its longest winning streak against any opponent in franchise history. However, four of those victories were decided by a touchdown or less.
I'm Taking 2*St. Louis +8
Minnesota at Cleveland
When: 1:00 PM*ET,*Sunday, September 13, 2009
Where: Cleveland Stadium, Cleveland, Ohio
The Vikings went 10-6 to win the NFC North last season before falling to Philadelphia in the opening round of the playoffs. They got there by using Gus Frerotte and Tarvaris Jackson at quarterback but felt an upgrade at the position was needed and acquired Brett Favre. Cleveland went 4-12 last season and ended 2008 on a six-game losing streak while scoring one touchdown, getting outscored 45-0 in the last two games. That being said, the Browns are on a 4-1 ATS run as Home Dogs, and they looked solid in the last 3 games of the pre-season. Im not sure they will win this game, but they should keep it within the number here.
I'm taking 1* Cleveland Browns +4
Chicago at Green Bay
When: 8:20 PM*ET,*Sunday, September 13, 2009
Where: Lambeau Field, Green Bay, Wisconsin
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Washington at N.Y. Giants
When: 4:15 PM*ET,*Sunday, September 13, 2009
Where: Giants Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey
This is the first chance for the Giants to prove that their offense can withstand the losses of WRs Plaxico Burress and Amani Toomer, a duo that started together the past four seasons. Steve Smith and Domenik Hixon move in as full-time starters for the first time in their careers, while second-year Mario Manningham and rookie Hakeem Nicks fill key roles. The Redskins have Speed Speed Speed at WR, and are bound to take advantage of a few quick strikes down the field with WRs Santana Moss, Antwaan Randle El and TE Chris Cooley. Also, the addition of Haynesworth is going to be tough for the Giants Oline to block. Clinton Portis should get things established early, if that happens (which I think it will), Campbell will be able to manage this offense and possibly win the game.
WASHINGTON is 29-13 ATS as a road underdog of 3.5 to 7 points
I'm Taking 1*Washington Redskins +7
Philadelphia at Carolina
When: 1:00 PM*ET,*Sunday, September 13, 2009
Where: Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, North Carolina
Quarterback Donovan McNabb has a two-week shot to show what he can do when allowed to get into a rhythm with his offense, before suspended QB Michael Vick returns in Week 3. Philadelphia will also walk in for the first time in years without defensive coordinator Jim Johnson, whose battle with cancer ended this summer. They will be coming into this game with some added emotion. Carolina was undefeated at home last year, but that was last year. Jake Delhommes last performance in a Real game was horrid throwing 5 INT's and fumbling. Additionally, Carolinas defense looked soft in the pre-season, and I think WestBrook McNabb and Mccoy (their playmakers) take advantage.
PHILADELPHIA is 4-2 against the spread versus CAROLINA
I'm Taking 1*Philadelphia Eagles -2.5
Sorry man....Did not have alot of time today.
Randizzle