So, this weekend I'm traveling down to Nashville to sleep on Welt's floor, and hopefully get lucky with Serif's mom. I will have a camera, and if need be, it records in HD.
THU, DEC 17
Indianapolis at Jacksonville (+3) - Caldwell says that he's playing the starters, so I have to believe him. Jacksonville has to win to stay alive in the playoff hunt. I'm of the opinion that Indi is going to go all out and go for it. I like Indi in this game, but if the starters don't come out of the tunnel in the 2nd half, Jags will coast. Indi to cover.
SAT, DEC 19
Dallas at New Orleans (-7) - New Orleans is at home where they play absolutely lights out football. The Saints are one of the hottest teams in the league right now, they've won them going away, and they've won them close. Dallas continues to diminish as the month rolls on. Dallas upsets Nawlins. I fucking said it.
SUN, DEC 20
New England at Buffalo (+7) - First time around, Buffalo game New England a big scare at Gillette Stadium. Now Buffalo is at home, and it would seem Brady is reverting back to where he was the first couple of weeks of the season. He and his receivers aren't on the same page. I like NE wo win this game, but Buffalo has been playing well. They'll keep it close. Buffalo +7.
Arizona at Detroit (+12) - Not much left this season for Detroit. Kevin Smith is out, Stafford is hurt, Johnson is coming off an injury, and their newly squired TE is on IR. Arizona has to win to keep ahead of a niners team that closed the gap last week. Arizona to win big.
Miami at Tennessee (-3) - Miami is ranked very average in rush defense because they've allowed a few games where they gave up very large chunks. If they play this game like they do most of their games, by shutting down the run, they'll have a lot of success. Chad Henne is playing very efficient football. I think his time with Pennington has been invaluable. It makes me wonder who'll be starting next season. I'd venture to guess Henne. Dolphins show the fuck up, and upset Tennessee. I'll ban anyone who disagrees.
Cleveland at Kansas City (-2) - Not worth my time. KC to cover.
Houston at St. Louis (-10.5) - Houston is a bit too bi-polar for me. Some weeks they fire on all cylinders, other weeks they look dismal. 10.5 is a lot of points. I think STL can keep this game close. Rams +10.5.
Atlanta at NY Jets (-5) - Two teams with a somewhat outside shot at making the playoffs. Both teams need help, but first and foremost, they ahve to take care of their business. I think Sanchize will be back for this game, I expect him to stay on his feet and play well. Jets cover.
San Francisco at Philadelphia (-8.5) - Philly usually gets streaky come December and January (save for NFC championship games), so I see no reason why this shouldn't continue. I said a few weeks ago that I thought Philly would win out after the Giants game. I see no reason to stray. Philly covers.
Chicago at Baltimore (-11) - Baltimore is another team with a shot at making the playoffs. As with the other teams, they'll also need some help, although they have a much better chance than Atlanta and NYJ. They have the lead among teams on the outside looking in, so if they keep winning, they're likely to move on into that spot. Chicago is just dreadful. Half that coaching staff won't be returning next season. Ravens cover.
Cincinnati at San Diego (-6.5) - Cinci's scoring has been lackluster to say the least, and the Chargers have, I think, the top (or a top 3) scoring offense. The reason Cinci hasn't put up a ton of points is because the run the ball so damn much and speed the game up. That may be the best way to slow down Rivers. None the less, I like the Chargers to cover here.
Oakland at Denver (-14) As of now, Denver holds a one game lead over the 2nd wildcard spot. As much as they can afford to drop one and still have hopes, I wouldn't expect them to let up. If they play as well as they did against Indi, they can cover the large spread. I don't think they will. Raiders +14.
Green Bay at Pittsburgh (-2) - Another game where a particular team has to win to stay alive in the wildcard hunt. Pitt's shot is a prayer at best, but that team has pride, I think. I probably wouldn't after losing games to Cleveland, Kansas City, and Oakland, but hey, they can be very good in one game right? Pitt to cover.
Tampa Bay at Seattle (-6.5) - Another meaningless game I don't care enough about to discuss. Seattle to win, Tampa +6.5.
Minnesota at Carolina (-9) If passing the ball and good defense is an outline to beat Minnesota, I don't think Carolina has what it takes. I certainly don't think they're going to be able to run the ball effectively in this game, even with that prolific rushing attack. Carolina is a 9 point home dog. Way too big a number for a decent team. Vikings win, Panthers +9.
MON, DEC 21
NY Giants at Washington (+3) - I honestly think the G-Men are going to have a hell of a December and make their leap towards the playoffs. I can't see Washington being able to stop them from getting there, but then again, they almost stopped the Saints run. NYG to cover.
Will update stats later.