NFL Week 13: Something something, late thread, grumble grumble

[Moss]

yeah before the concussions

[Chun Liroy]

didn't he always get migraines or was.... that was percy harvin wasn't it

[Melena]

Yea, that's Percy who has the migraine problems.

[Cail]

is Peterson definately out this week? or sstill too early?

[Dimmauk]

is Peterson definately out this week? or sstill too early?

Why come back now? Should Manning come back? Fuck, half the eagles should just shut it down.

[Chun Liroy]

My dad predicts a GB loss. COMING TRUE NOW.

[Man0warr]

I thought the Giants could have beaten the Saints, but if their pass rush doesn't show up for the 3rd straight week they are going to get raped even harder than they did last week.

AR12 doesn't throw INTs, so do you really expect the Giants to keep pace with them on offense? You need a running game to keep Rodgers off the field and the Giants are the worst this year.

[Dimmauk]

I thought the Giants could have beaten the Saints, but if their pass rush doesn't show up for the 3rd straight week they are going to get raped even harder than they did last week.

AR12 doesn't throw INTs, so do you really expect the Giants to keep pace with them on offense? You need a running game to keep Rodgers off the field and the Giants are the worst this year.

Umad cause the giants will gain a game on the cowboys. Yall gunna lose to a punt returner, and the giants are going to concussion Rodgers all day!

[Xajii]

Can't wait to watch Bengals-Steelers.

[Man0warr]

Umad cause the giants will gain a game on the cowboys. Yall gunna lose to a punt returner, and the giants are going to concussion Rodgers all day!

Wacky things happen to the Cowboys in Arizona, for the last 2 years at least, so it's definitely possible.

[Bregor]

Last week
Pick: 9-7
ATS: 8-8

Overall
Pick: 114-62
ATS: 90-81-5

THU, DEC 1

Philadelphia at Seattle (+2.5) - Oh wow, another awful prime time game, imagine that. I could point out the ways in which both of these teams are terrible, or just copy the link for the McNabb/Vick pic, or make unfunny jokes about actual eagles and hawks, but I just don't have the energy. When they released the schedule, I'm sure Indy and the Pats looked good, but who in their right mind looked at these teams and though, "Hey, right as teams gear up for the playoff push, let's sell our product to a national TV audience with Tavaris Jackson!" That said, the abortion of a season continues for Philly, which means this might be a close game, much in the same way that Tweek and Leroy posting at each other is a close argument. I won't watch it, but I know someone will come away looking pretty bad. Gonna go with my gut, and my love of home underdogs, and say Seattle pulls this one out.

SUN, DEC 4

Indianapolis at New England (-21) -
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Patriots win and cover.

Denver at Minnesota (PK) - I've been waiting for San Diego to break out all year. And I thought last week, against a plodding Tebow-led Broncos team, it was bound to happen. But Denver's defense is fucking legit, and I think they'll have no trouble shutting down Minny, especially with Peterson likely out. More fuel to the Tebow-as-savior fire, Broncos win on the road.

Tennessee at Buffalo (-1.5) - As Fitzpatrick's beard grows, so too increases his power. Watching him and Stevie tear up Revis last week was a thing of beauty. It's a shame Buffalo's defense can't keep anyone out of the end zone. They've only held two teams to under 23 points (Washington and KC) so Fitz will have to light it up if they want to win. I think he's up to the task. Chris Johnson has had a few nice games here and there, but the Titans are turning the ball over way too much to be consistent. Bills win to get back on track, and cover that tiny spread.

Oakland at Miami (-3) - Tyche has abandoned us, I'm guessing to impregnate his wife again, or stalk Matt Barkley with love letters, or stalk Nick Saban with death threats. Whatever the case, not many people on this forum will care about this game, which is a shame because it should be a good one. Miami fought tooth and nail on Thanksgiving afternoon, winning the turnover battle, time of possession, and almost stealing a win from Dallas in the Jerry Dome. Three straight drives of 70+ yards in the 2nd half either says a lot about Miami's offense, or Dallas's defense, take your pick. As Berman would say, thinks are looking up for HHEEERRRRAAAAYYYYYDDDDDDAAAAAAAAZZZZZZZ. A convincing win over Chicago has them in great position to win their division, but with a trip to Green Bay coming up next week, they can ill afford to look past this game. Something is different about Oakland, and it's not just getting that Al Davis smell out of all the furniture. This could be another Janikowski special, but I like the Raiders to win in the upset.

NY Jets at Washington (+3) - After squeaking by Buffalo last week, I really wanted to pick the Jets to come back to earth and lose in epic fashion. Unfortunately, they play the Redskins this week, who won't be blowing out anybody. I still don't have any faith in the Sanchize, but it seems like Holmes and Burress are getting better at bailing him out. For Washington, calling a one-possession win over Seattle a "huge victory" tells you all you need to know about expectations and execution in DC. Dungy and Peyton to the 'Skins next season, book it. Jets win and cover.

Atlanta at Houston (+1.5) - What is this line I don't even... The Texans still have Foster, Tate and a big fucking offensive line, right? Home dogs, love it. Houston wins.

Kansas City at Chicago (-7) - As great as Fitzpatrick's beard is, there's something to be said for the Palko/Haley connection. It's workmanlike, but Goddamn if it isn't endearing. That said, when you can't find the end zone against a Pittsburgh defense missing half their regulars, something is wrong with the offense. Chicago's defense is better right now, and Hanie should perform with another week under his belt and the hometown crowd behind him. BEARS win, Chiefs with the points.

Cincinnati at Pittsburgh (-7) - The Steelers suck balls. Real talk. Mendenhall is so fucking overrated because of fantasy, and outside of Wallace and Brown, no one on their offense excites me. Put up the Christmas decorations, it's time for... Andy Dalton and A.J. Green. (No I'm not saying it.) Bengals in the upset.

Carolina at Tampa Bay (-3) - I think Josh Freeman is a pretty cool guy, eh hurts himself shooting guns and doesn't afraid of anything. Tampa can win out and sneak into playoff contention, and since I picked them to get a wild card in the preseason, I'll double down on them. Bucs win and cover.

Baltimore at Cleveland (+7) - Last week, power was restored to Cleveland. They played their own brand of ball control offense, which worked in the 1st half, but then Cincy remembered that they had A.J. Green, and Joe Haden could do little to stop him. I expect a much better effort for the full 60 this week, and PEYTON MOTHER FUCKING HILLIS has had some success against the Ravens. But unless Flacco flaccs his way to more than a couple picks, I don't see how they can get a lead and keep it. Ravens win, Browns with the points.

Green Bay at NY Giants (+8) - I've said it before, and not to get too archi up in here, but... Aaron Rodgers. Packers win and cover.

Dallas at Arizona (+4.5) - For like the fifth time in a row, Dallas is a favorite, and I look at the lines and say, "Wow, they should cover easily." And then three out of four times, they don't cover. So with that in mind... fuck I can't bet on Arizona. Cowboys win and cover. And you'd better get it right this time, fuckers.

St. Louis at San Francisco (-13.5) - No one really knows how good San Fran is. On paper, they appear average. Based on their record, they're a top team and Super Bowl contender. The truth lies somewhere in between, but who cares? It's nice to know your floor is 13-3 and a likely first round bye. 49ers win and cover.

Detroit at New Orleans (-9) - I love Suh. How can you explain the thought process of a guy who has the most personal fouls since he joined the league, has been fined so much that he meets with the commissioner to discuss the fucking rules of football, then proceeds to Haynesworth a guy's arm on national television on Thanksgiving? The only reasonable thing I can think Suh is thinking is, "Fuck it, I'm a fucking boss, I do what I want." Kudos to you, sir, you're officially crazier than James Harrison and Ray Lewis. Oh, about this game, New Orleans is really fucking good. Saints win and cover.

MON, DEC 5

San Diego at Jacksonville (+1.5) - There's still time, Tiny Hands! Win me one fucking game in my money league, please. Chargers win and cover.

[Moss]

Foster sucked last week, Falcons can stop the run.

If we lose to TJ Yates, season is over.

[Cleverness]

I love Bregor's analysis. And the fact that the Manning gif is relevant to every game this season.

[Flarega]

Raheem Morris COTY

[archibaldcrane]

Raheem Morris COTY

haha i forgot about that

fucking buccaneers, such a joke last year. Play NFC West? Best turnaround ever!

[Bregor]

Raheem Morris COTY

I've apologized for that several times.

[Moss]

haha i forgot about that

fucking buccaneers, such a joke last year. Play NFC West? Best turnaround ever!

Falcons and Saints still look pretty strong, so I wouldn't say your "only because they played the NFC West!" argument is entirely correct.

Seems to be for the Bucs though. Or it could just be normal regression.

[Flarega]

COULD BE THE COACH

[Chun Liroy]

DMM offensive rookie of the month.

Spoiler: show

Next stop, RotY

[Tajin]

Manning face never gets old.