Sunday, October 9, 2016

Week 5 Picks

Through four weeks of play, Sam Bradford, Carson Wentz, Trevor Siemian, and
Dak Prescott have a combined win-loss record of 14-1. Drew Brees, Cam Newton, Andrew Luck, and Philip Rivers are 4-12. (via Reddit/IndyStar)


Houston @ Minnesota(-6.5) - 

The last time the Texans were on the road, they were shut out by the Patriots.  Houston's defense may  struggle without JJ Watt.  The Vikings remain undefeated and their defense has been dominant especially at home.  Sam Bradford is getting enough done without Adrian Peterson.

Tennessee @ Miami (-3) - The Dolphins do not exactly inspire confidence with their recent play but neither do the Titans. At least the Dolphins have a few close losses to quality teams including the Seahawks and Patriots.

New York Giants @ Green Bay Packers (-7)
While Aaron Rodgers has not been sharp, the Packers are coming off a bye.  The Giants have displayed a consistent running or passing game.  .

 New York Jets @ Pittsburgh (-7.5) - Pittsburgh put on a clinic against the Chiefs last week and look to comtine that trend again Fitzpatrick who has struggled over the past two weeks. 


San Diego (+3.5) @ Oakland - 
Since joining #Raiders, Michael Crabtree has more TD catches than all #49ers WRs combined https://t.co/7Y6t9pNrzO


In what could be a shootout, I consider this game to be a toss up.  The Chargers may be undervalued after playing consecutive games on the east coast to start the season.

 New England (-10.5)@ Cleveland -  The Patriots were shut out last week by the Bills but get Tom Brady back which should be enough to get by the Browns who lost by double digits to Washington.  
(via Entertainment Live)

Washington (+4) @ Baltimore
Washington has never won at Baltimore although Kirk Cousins did manage to lead Washington to a win in his career debut 4 years ago.  Baltimore is a solid team but them taking care of business is far from guaranteed after the Ravens lost to Jacksonville last week.  Josh Norman and Steve Smith, former teammates of the Panthers, might go head to head.

Philadelphia(-3.5) @ Detroit - The Eagles are coming off a bye and look for their defense to clamp down after the Lions lost running back Ameer Abdullah to a foot injury.  Former head coach of the Lions, Jim Schwartz looks to get revenge as a defensive coordinator of the Eagles.  The Lions have been unimpressive at home including a loss to the Titans.

Chicago @ Indianapolis(-3) - The Colts look to avenge a tough loss to the Jaguars last week.  Brian Boyer has been sub-par although the Bears could receive a boost from Josh Howard.

Atlanta(+8) @ Denver-  The Broncos 4-0 start has been impressive but so have the Falcons.  Matt Ryan and Julio Jones is the toughest test that the Denver defense has faced.  It will be key for the Falcons to run the ball well with Freeman and Coleman to create play action passing opportunities for the Falcons.

Buffalo Bills @ LA Rams (-1) - The LA Rams are coming off an impressive upset wins against the Seahawks and Cardinals.  The Bills not only upset the Cardinals but shut out the Patriots.  The Rams may have the edge by playing at home with their swarming defense. 

Cincinnati @ Dallas (+3) - Look for the Bengals to clamp down on Prescott but could get a healthy Dez Bryant back.  Ezekiel Elliot has been playing much better after a slow start.  

 Tampa Bay (+5.5) @ Carolina - While Derek Anderson replaces Cam Newton in this one and Jonathan Stewart is out.  Carolina's secondary depleted which could be problematic against Tampa's big receivers.  Carolina might be playing desperate  against a Tampa Bay team that is also dealing with its fair share of injuries on the  defensive line, meaning this game could go either way.

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