Week #13 NFL Predictions: The Fight for Division Winners - Classic Games that You Must See!

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Week #13 Predictions

Buffalo Bills vs Miami Dolphins - Dolphins win because they are getting their offense together finally! Yes, can you believe it, Ricky Williams scored a touchdown last week and on defense Jason Taylor had a spectacular day against the Raiders. It looks like the Dolphins are getting it together just at the right time and they are going to make a statement on their season with these final few games of the season. Now the Headcoach Saban is getting sincere effort from his offense and the defense continues to step it up, watch for them to thoroughly confuse the Bills and J.P. Losman. Dolphins are making a difference now.

New York Jets vs New England Patriots - Patriots win because they are still the Champions and they have to fight for their pride. After last week's loss against the Chiefs in which Tom Brady had one of his worst games of the season, the Patriots will come out with a vengenance against the happless Jets. Yes, Brady is obviously trying to force more of his throws into coverage and this has caused several interceptions. I think that game against the Chiefs taught Brady a good lesson -- don't try too hard and force throws that are simply not there. The Patriots have been undermanned all season long and it has caused them dearly this season. Not only is Brady trying too hard, he doesn't have much of a running game either. Yet if they stay within themselves and diversify more of their offense and get their skilled athletes like Branch and Givens into the offense, then more of the longer plays will come available. As for the Patriots defense, they are still making plays when they need to. Although the secondary is very below, below average and all of the defensive backs look lost still, they will have to come together and play basic coverage. They are not capable to go one on one with other wide receivers so that will continue to be the Patriots weakspot. Therefore since this game is in New England and it's a rivalry, the Patriots will have their Champion's look and attitude about themselves and take it to the Jets team again.

Houston Texans vs Baltimore Ravens - Ravens win by 10 points because the Texans are the worst team in the league! Did you see that pathetic ending by the Texans last week when they lost against the Rams in overtime. This is a Texan team that is worst than I ever thought! They had this game won early in the game and they allowed the Rams to take this one. Well, even in this game, the Texans have nothing to play for anymore. As for the Ravens, they looked really bad last week against the Bengals until they got a few breaks toward the end of the game and my boy Deion Sanders got his interception just like I predicted. Well, in this game, Deion will get another interception from David Carr and this time he will take it to the endzone! Yes, Prime Time has been playing more and more each week because of the injuries in the secondary and now Deion will end this season and his career on a high note despite the very poor play calling and performance of the offense and Kyle Boller. Yes, Headcoach Brian Billick needs to be fired and everyone knows it. Just do it and let's move on -- that's what they did in Detroit!

Cincinnati Bengals vs Pittsburgh Steelers - Bengals win by 3 points because they are ready to take it up the next level. Last week, the Steelers ran into the Indianapolis Colts machine and got sliced up like all the other 11 opponents! Well, this week, the Steelers will be disappointed again. Now they run into the Carson Palmer Bengal circus which will come out of the gate with a very balanced attack. The Bengals are feeling really good and all of their key players have stepped it up big time. Carson Palmer is very efficient and as long as he maintains his composure, Palmer will execute each play to perfection. Of course, he has All-Pro and All Mr. Dramatic Chad Johnson! Yes, Chad will out shine Hines Ward at Hines field in this one!! Yet it will have to be the Bengals defense to step up in this game and contain Big Ben (Miami Univ, Ohio! - give it up). If the Bengals apply pressure on Ben up the middle and don't let the Randle El get too much space, the Bengals will surprise Headcoach Bill Cowher with another lost. Yes, I think Headcoach Marvin Lewis will be smilin' at the end of this game. Watch out Steel City!

Jacksonville Jaguars vs Cleveland Browns - Jaguars win by 7 points because they are a better team. Even though this game is in Cleveland and the Jaguars are not used to playing in the cold, they have a better team and will need this game more than the Browns. Leftwich is out and Gerad will lead the Jaguars on offense. He is a quality quarterback and they do not lose much with him at quarterback. As for the Browns, they are getting more solid offensively and defensively, yet they lost their leader with Trent Dilfer. So in the end of this very physical, hard-hitting game, Jack Del Rio's team will take this one!

Tennessee Titans vs Indianapolis Colts - Colts win by 17 points because of Peyton, Peyton and Peyton. Now that they beat the Steelers last week, I am more than convinced that the Colts will win the Superbowl and just may win it again!!! They are that good and Headcoach Tony Dungy has instituted a fabulous system -- offensively and defensively. Peyton is truly benefitting from Dungy's strategy and now the entire team believes it!! There is nothing can stop them even Jeff Fisher's young Titans team with Steve McNair. Oh yes, Steve looks and is performing much better than I anticipated but his team is still so young and they have a ways to make the big plays. Hey, but don't count out this Titan team for not putting up a very good challenge!

Denver Broncos vs Kansas City Chiefs - Broncos win by 7 point because they are on a roll. Indeed, the Chiefs looked good last week against the Patriots and Larry Johnson is indeed the man in Kansas City! Yet, it will be Mike Shanahan's classic running attack system with Anderson, Bell and now Ron Dayne dominating the running attack. If that doesn't work, then there is Jake hitting my boy Rod Smith for a touchdown. On defense, did you see my boy CHAMP BAILEY take one to the house against the Cowboys. It was classic CHAMP BAILEY STYLE!! Overall, this will be one of the best games of the day and Broncos will have to eliminate errors because the Chiefs are starting to put it together fast. Additionally, Jon Lynch must maintain solid coverage against Tony Gonzales -- if he doesn't watch for Trent Green to hit on key situations and oh yeah, there is always the X factor of Dante Hall! I still take the Broncos!

Oakland Raiders vs San Diego Chargers - Chargers win by 17 points because of LaDanian, LaDanian, and more L.T. Did you see his FANTASTIC PHYSICAL RUN last week against the Redskins in which he scored a touchdown in overtime and actually threw down a defensive back who was trying to tackle him -- THAT WAS THE BEST PHYSICAL PLAY I HAVE SEEN IN A LONG TIME BY A RUNNING ATTACK!! WITH THAT RUN, L.T. ELEVATED TO THE VERY ELITE STATUS OF RUNNING BACKS OF ALL TIME!! THAT WAS SWEET!! The Chargers will definitely make a serious run now whereas the Raiders blew an excellent opportunity last week. Which team will show up, Norv Turner doesn't know. Fortunately for Marty Schotteiheimer, he does!!

Dallas Cowboys vs New York Giants -- Giants win by 7 points because they will rebound after a very difficult loss last week against the Seahawks! Talk about a crucial game -- this is it for both teams. The GGGGG-Men versus the Cowboys!! Of course, Headcoach Parcells will have the Cowboys ready for this one and watch out for Terry Glenn to have a spectacular game. (Need I talk about KeyShawn -- Just throw me the ___ ball!) Yet this game will belong to Eli and not Drew Bledsoe. Eli has had some difficult games and now he will get back on the winning track and so will Tiki and Jeremy Shocky. The GGGG-Men just need to stop reading and listening to the press in New York and just go out there an execute!! Hey Strahan -- just do your job!!

Seattle Seahawks vs Philadelphia Eagles - Seahawks win by 7 points because they are on a roll and a better team mentally! Yes, I am still counting on Shaun Alexander to further elevate his game and take his Seahawks to the NFC Championship game. This is a very important game for both teams but I think that Mike Holmgren has his team better to play on the road. As for Philly, they will be ready and backup quarterback McMahon is stepping up very well. Watch for Westbrook to have a very good game. Yet in the end, the Seahawks fly for a win over this Eagle.

Washington Redskins vs St. Louis Rams - Rams win by 7 points because of their homefield advantage and the Redskins have no direction! Wow, what a week for both teams. The Rams win in overtime against the Texans with a 3rd string backup Harvard quarterback to win the game in a dramatic fashion. Now with this young rookie along with Holt and Bruuuuuce, the Rams look like they may settle down and end the season on a respectable note. Oh yeah, there is still Marshall Faulk (The Marshall Plan is still in effect) who comes in on passing downs and it seems like they need him more and more each week. As for the Redskins, Headcoach Joe Gibbs is clueless about his offense and his defense! Gibbs is playing that old-style, predictable type of offense and opponents are taking full advantage of it. Hey, Gibbs -- do you think it is time to retire again!! There will be big time pressure from boy Snyder during the offseason if the Redskins do not turn this losing streak around fast. As for this game, give it to the Rams in the dome!

Green Bay Packers vs Chicago Bears -- DA BEARS win by 14 points because they are bringing back the DA BEARS Defense of Old!! Wow, Headcoach Lovie Smith has completely turned this team around and he did it with an outstanding defensive scheme and key players like Urlacher, Brown and now new comers defensive ends -- Ogunleye and Harris!! These two defensive ends are powerhouses and will disruput any offense. Along with superstar rookie Kyle Orton (Rookie of the Year - Go Purdue!) and Mushid Muhammad (Michigan Stater), the Bears look like they are headed for the NFC Championship game. As for the Packers, don't worry, Brett will be back next year. Expect them to play well in this game, yet it will be too much DA BEARS defense to control the tempo of this classic Central Division game!

Minnesota Vikings vs Detroit Lions -- Vikings win because of the turmoil with the Lions and Motown!! Talk about an unfortunate week for the Lions and former Headcoach Mariucci! Now that Mooch (Mariucci) is gone, general manager and president Matt Millan has no one else to blame!! The problem was more than the coach -- it is the organization and the owner. We all know and all of us who have lived in the Motor city!! As for the Vikings, wow, what a few weeks has changed. Now that they have Brad Johnnson starting, he has elevated this team with his veteran leadership and efficient decision-making and throwing. Now everyone else has elevated their game and believe it or not -- the Vikings have an outside chance to make the playoffs!! Yes, it looks like Headcoach Mike Tice has saved his job!! Way to go Brad Johnson!!

Atlanta Falcons vs Carolina Panthers - Panthers win by 7 points because they are the more experienced team and they will be playing outside! The Panthers have been waiting for the game for some time and now it comes down which team wants it the most. Jake Delhomme still has a chip on his shoulder and wants to prove to everyone, particularly the sports media, that he is the real deal. Watch for Jake to settle down and then execute! Of course, it is good to have Stephen Davis and Smith on your offense. As for Michael Vick, he will be at his best as well. Vick will create alot of openings as well as all-pro Warrick Dunn!! Vick will be really tested in this game and watch for the Panthers defense to try to put some serious hits on him. If they do, Vick will not last the game and if they don't Vick may be able to create some special magic by the end. Let's not go that far -- the Panthers beat the Falcons period!

Tampa Bay Bucs vs New Orleans Saints - Bucs win by 3 points because they are making the run to stay in the playoff race. The pressure is on the Bucs and I think they will produce. Quarterback Sims needs to further settle down and give the ball to Cadillac Williams and occasionally throw to Joey Galloway! Better balance is the key for the Bucs. As for the Bucs defense, linebacker Derrick Brooks will elevate his game again as well as Ronde Barber. Watch for Ronde to get an interception is this game and it maybe the key play to determine the final outcome. Way to go Bucs and way to go Jon Gruden!!

Arizona Cardinals vs San Francisco 49ers - Cardinals win by 10 points because of their potent wide receivers. I still think that the Cardinals are one of the most dangerous teams in the league due to the fact that they have the two best tandem of wide receivers -- Fitzgerald and All-World Anquan Boldin!! Boldin is a powerhouse who makes things happen! He is physical and has no fear!! That's dangerous for any defense. Once Kurt Warner gets the ball in his hands more often, the Cardinals will score more often. As for the 49ers, they will be playing for pride and play well a majority of the game. Yet I have to give it up again to the very young and talented Cardinals team!



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