Week Five Picks

Last Week: 9-4
Season to Date: 25-34-1

Tennessee @ Baltimore (+3): The ravens defense will slow down the Titans running attack and make a late play to win the game.

Seattle @ New York Giants (-7): This should be a close game, but a late score will cover for the G-men.

Washington (+5.5) @ Philadelphia: The Redskins are on a roll and are looking for back to back road wins in the division. The Eagles will probably win this one, but it should be a real close game.

San Diego (-6.5) @ Miami: The Chargers are on a mission since the Hochuli disaster. I suppose they may be looking ahead to the Patriots but the Dolphins aren't sneaking up on anybody anymore.

Chicago (-3) @ Detroit: The first game of the post-Millen era shoudln't look too much different than what went on during the Millen reign. The Bears know they need to stay consistent and win in the division.

Atlanta @ Green Bay (-7): I may be changing this pick depending on what happens with Aaron Rodgers, but even if he's out the Falcons should have a tough time in Lambeau.

Indianapolis (-3) @ Houston: This is a game of true desperation, neither team can afford to lose. I'll take Manning over Schaub.

Kansas City @ Carolina (-9.5): It was nice for the Chiefs to show up at home against a division rival. Going on the road is another story. The Panthers are saving John Fox's job so far.

Tampa Bay @ Denver (-3): The Broncos never showed up in Kansas City. With the Chargers resurgence they know they need to get back on track.

Buffalo @ Arizona (-1): Arizona's east coast trip didn't go well, but they will take out their frustration on an east division opponent in their building. The Bills undefeated run will end.

New England (-3) @ San Francisco: This game should tell us a lot about each team. The 49ers can make a real statement, but they won't.

Cincinnati @ Dallas: I can't find a spread anywhere yet for this game. I think Dallas wins big.

Pittsburgh @ Jacksonville (-4): The Jags play well at home and their defense will be up to the task. The Steelers haven't been too impressive.

Minnesota @ New Orleans (-3): The NFC South has turned out better than I thought and their success will continue here with the Saints outscoring Adrian Peterson.