The Kid, The ‘Cane, and the Old Timer Pick Week 11
The overall record might not be anything to brag about but we have a tie at the top after ten weeks ladies and gentlemen. The Kid and the Hurricane are both one game under .500 at 60-61-5 while the Old Timer continues to lag behind the pack six games behind at 54-67-5. Given the fact that this is horribly late, let’s just get to the picks.
NEW YORK GIANTS -7 vs. Baltimore Ravens
The ‘Cane says: Ravens. Just still can’t believe that the Giants are so good they should be giving a quality team like Baltimore a touchdown
The Kid says: Giants. I’ve been big on the Ravens this year, picking them a bunch of times, however, this time I see Flacco having a hard time dealing with the pressure the Giants are sure to put on him, and the run defense should bottle up McGahee, Rice, and McClain. I’m taking the Giants.
The Old Timer says: Who’s Gonna Stop The Giants? Pick of the Week
ATLANTA FALCONS -6.5 vs. Denver Broncos
The ‘Cane says: Denver. Atlanta has a nice thing going where they beat the teams they should beat, but struggle against the better teams. Although Denver is experiencing tons of injuries in their running game, Cutler seems ready to carry the load through the air.
The Kid says: Broncs. Every time I hear someone picking games this week they are all over the Falcons, so I am going to go the opposite and take Denver. Their defense is ravaged by injuries, but I think Cutler’s got enough arm to pull this one out, or at least lose by less than 6.5.
The Old Timer says: BRONCS +6.5 If ATLANTA Covers Over The Broncos I’ll Believe
MIAMI DOLPHINS -10.5 vs. Oakland Raiders
The ‘Cane says: Raiders. Hey, everyone loves the Wildcat offense, but I’m not sold that the turnaround Dolphins should be giving anyone, even the league doormat Raiders, double-digit points.
The Kid says: ‘Fins. Is Miami ready to be a double digit favorite against anyone? Well, if they are it would certainly be against the Raiders. Their offense is at a stand still and now they are just dumping contracts. Can the morale get any worse? I’ll bet on the Dolphins.
The Old Timer says: OAKLAND +10.5 Another Victim For The WILDCAT But RAIDERS Cover
INDIANAPOLIS COLTS -8 vs. Houston Texans
The ‘Cane says: Colts. Indy is finally starting to put things together with two straight wins. Houston is certainly no longer the beating post they used to be, but Indy is ready to make their playoff push and the Texans are in the way.
The Kid says: Colts. Eight is a big number here, especially given the fact that Houston should have won the first meeting. I still believe in Peyton and his Crew, and I think they will remind the Texans that they have a ways to go yet before they take the next step.
The Old Timer says: TEXANS +8 INDY To H&C
Tennessee Titans -3 at JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS
The ‘Cane says: Titans. I am a believer in Tennessee and although they have the huge undefeated bullseye on their chests, the usually quality Jags don’t look to be the team to end their perfect season.
The Kid says: Tennessee. Continuing my tradition of taking the Titans every week, the Jags haven’t done much that impresses me this season, unless you count pounding the Lions.
The Old Timer says: JAGS +3 Look For The End Of The Undefeated
GREEN BAY PACKERS -3.5 vs. Chicago Bears
The ‘Cane says: Bears. Should be a tightly contested divisional game. Points could make the difference.The Kid says: Pack. The Bears secondary is suspect and you all know that I love Aaron Rodgers. Bears will get Kyle Orton back and I love Matt Forte, but I think the Packers put up enough points to win. That half a point is bugging me, but I’ll take Green Bay at home.
The Old Timer says: BEARS + 3.5 Over The Pack
Philadelphia Eagles -9 at CINCINNATI BENGALS
The ‘Cane says: Bengals. Housh promised more than one win this season. They won’t get it in this game, but I can see Cinci keeping it close against Philly.
The Kid says: Eagles. Being a nine point underdog at home is quite a statement at how piss poor your team is. Like the Giants game, I think that Ryan Fitzpatrick will feel defensive pressure he never has felt before. DC Jim Johnson should give the kid nightmares and Brian Westbrook and Donovan should have a field day.
The Old Timer says: CINCI + 9.5
New Orleans Saints -5.5 at KANSAS CITY CHIEFS
The ‘Cane says: Chiefs. It seems every week the Chiefs find a way to lose their game in the final few minutes. I’m sure they will do the same this week, but the points will cover you.
The Kid says: KC. The Chiefs are a pretty decent home team, and they seem to have found a resurgence in the past couple weeks. Ok, so they have no wins in the last three games, but they lost by a combined eight points in those games after losing by 82 in the three losses before that. The Saints have a great offense, but no defense and I think the Chiefs will cover if not pull the upset.
The Old Timer says: CHIEFS +5.5 K.C. Uncoverable At Home
CAROLINA PANTHERS -14 vs. Detroit Lions
The ‘Cane says: Panthers. Detroit Crap City
The Kid says: Panthers. The Panthers looked pathetic last week in beating the Raiders and this week they get another chance to dominate a horrible team. Delhomme and Steve Smith should be able to put up 30 points or more and the Lions offense will continue to sputter as they throw out a QB (Culpepper) who has been with the team about as long as most Hollywood marriages last. Could get ugly.
The Old Timer says: CAROLINA - 14 Lions Are Hopeless
TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS -4 vs. Minnesota Vikings
The ‘Cane says: Vikings. AP is settling into a groove now. He can single-handedly carry a team to a win, and possibly the playoffs.
The Kid says: Minny. I like what the Vikings have been doing lately, and I think Peterson will continue his great year. The Bucs defense is good, but I don’t think the offense will be able to put up enough points on the Vikings to win this game, nevermind covering the four point spread.
The Old Timer says: BUCS -4
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS -6.5 vs. St. Louis Rams
The ‘Cane says: Rams. St. Louis did show a couple flashes of life recently and the Niners with a nicked up Frank Gore may be the thing to get them into second place (at 3-8).
The Kid says: Niners. These two teams going at it should be like watching two virgins on Prom Night, neither one of them looks like they know what they are doing. San Fran might have taken their first step towards respectability with their showing on Monday Night, and after that little surge the Rams had they are going in the wrong direction fast.
The Old Timer says: RAMS + 6.5 9ers Are 1 Step Higher Than The Lions
Arizona Cardinals -3 at SEATTLE SEAHAWKS
The ‘Cane says: Cardinals. Arizona is still not getting any love. Warner the Greybeard and his team of merry men (Fitzgerald, Boldin, Breaston, Hightower, Edge, etc) are an explosive offense that remind one of Kurt’s days under the Arch. Big win here.
The Kid says: Cards. This has all the feelings of one of my father’s philosophies. If it looks too good to be true, it usually is. The Cardinals giving the Seahawks only three points seems like a no brainer. However, I am going to go with what seems obvious and take Arizona.
The Old Timer says: CARDS - 3 Over Seahawks / Say Goodbye Holmgren
PITTSBURGH STEELERS -5 vs. San Diego Chargers
The ‘Cane says: Chargers. Steelers are honorably handling one of the toughest schedules I’ve ever seen, coming in with a 6-3 record after the first nine. Should be a close game with The Bolts, but some points and just a decent game from the offense, with Chris Chambers returning, should be enough for a win here.
The Kid says: Chargers. Steelers have been playing one ultra tight game after another and I think the Bolts will keep it within a field goal or maybe even win the game. Big Ben is one shot away from being out of the game again, and I wouldn’t expect Leftwich to do well again.
The Old Timer says: PITT - 5 Over The San Diego “Who Are They”
Dallas Cowboys -1.5 at WASHINGTON REDSKINS
The ‘Cane says: Dallas. Loser of this game may see themselves out of the playoff picture in a hurry. Dallas needs a win here just to keep that pulsing blood vessel in Jerry Jones’ neck from exploding. Portis is a game-time decision at best which may lead to Shaun Alexander starting the game. Romo rights the ship.
The Kid says: Cowboys. The Return of Romo. He might be rusty, the timing might not be 100% back, but he is a HELL of a lot better than Brad Johnson or Brooks Bollinger. The Cowboys are desperate for the win, and desperate teams usually come through.
The Old Timer says: COWBOYS - 1.5 Over Skins / Tony & Jessica Are Back
BUFFALO BILLS -5 vs. Cleveland Browns
The ‘Cane says: Browns. Bills were overrated and are crashing back to Earth. Browns are a struggling, but improving team and will give the Bullies another smack this week.
The Kid says: Browns. The Bills have been on a quick downward spiral after opening the season 5-1. I still think they win the game because they are tough at home, but I think Cleveland will be good enough to cover the number. Quinn was a pleasant surprise in his first start, and with 10 days to prepare after playing last Thursday he should be able to put up some points.
The Old Timer says: BILLS - 5 Over Browns / Buffalo Rebounds
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