NFL Predictions for Week Two

After a great opening week of football, there are several questions going into Week Two.

What is up with Vince Young? Is Joseph Addai going to play? How will San Diego's defense fair without their star Shawne Merriman? Of course, I can't answer these questions, but I know at least one has been on your mind at some point.

Philadelphia at Dallas is the headline game of the week, and how ironic, it's on...Monday Night Football. Romo vs. McNabb. Barber vs. Westbrook. Terrell Owens vs. DeSean Jackson...That's right everyone, DeSean is the No. 1 receiver in the city of brotherly love.

Games

Carolina Panthers (1-0) vs. Chicago Bears (1-0)

Carolina showed up last week and proved that when healthy, they can play with the big dogs. They defeated San Diego on a last-second touchdown pass to tight end Dante Rosario. They did all of this without star receiver Steve Smith.

As for the Bears, they also pulled off an upset, beating the hobbled Indianapolis Colts, who looked shaky and at times confused. Kyle Orton proved he is the starter for the Bears, completing 13 of 21 passes for 150 yards.

Rookie running back Matt Forte looked very impressive, running the ball 23 times for 123 yards and one touchdown.

I can see this game going down to the last second, but I give the slight nod to Chicago on the road.

Prediction: Carolina 21 Chicago 24

Tennessee Titans (1-0) vs. Cincinnati Bengals (0-1)

Tennessee was very impressive last week, defeating the Jacksonville Jaguars 17-10. Vince Young was lost for the game in the fourth quarter due to a leg injury. After an MRI, there have been reports that Young sprained his MCL and could miss from two to four weeks.

Rookie running back Chris Johnson ran the ball 15 times for a total of 93 yards. Cincinnati did not do so well against the Ravens. They were defeated 17-10 and looked less than good.

Turnovers were a key. Carson Palmer was of no good, only throwing for 99 yards. Yes, they only lost by seven, but it was a much bigger defeat than it seems. Cincinnati's defense must step it up if they even want to contend to be a top-three team in their own division.

This game, on paper, shouldn't be close, but who knows, Cincinnati could play well at home.

Prediction: Tennessee 20 Cincinnati 13

Green Bay Packers (1-0) vs. Detroit Lions (0-1)

The Green Bay Packers were better than good on Monday night, when they defeated the Vikings, 24-19. Aaron Rodgers showed he can replace Favre with success by completing 18 of 22 passes for 178 yards and uno touchdown.

Ryan Grant also added some yards, wracking up 92 of them for the night. On the defensive side of the ball, A.J. Hawk piled up 10 tackles. Unfortunately, the Lions didn't play nearly as well, losing to the Falcons...Yes, I said it...The Falcons, 34-21.

Detroit, on the offensive side, was fairly decent but couldn't come as close on defense. Giving up over 300 yards to Jerious Norwood and Michael Turner combined. Jon Kitna was impressive, throwing for 262 yards and two scores.

If what I said means anything, the Packers should dominate.

Prediction: Green Bay 31 Detroit 16

Buffalo Bills (1-0) vs. Jacksonville Jaguars (0-1)

The Buffalo Bills played the best ball they have in several years by defeating the Seahawks 34-10. Sophomore QB Trent Edwards completed 19 of 30 passes for 215 yards and one touchdown. Marshawn Lynch piled up 76 yards and rushed for a score.

CB Ashton Youboty had eight tackles, looking like a star corner. Jacksonville came up short to Tennessee, 17-10. They lost this game when they were heavily favored by most. David Garrard completed 23 of 35 passes for 215 yards and one TD. The Jags could get nothing going on the ground, with Maurice Jones-Drew and Fred Taylor only rushing for 31 yards.

Buffalo is a good team but, in my opinion, are overrated, and Jacksonville isn't that bad.

Prediction: Buffalo 17 Jacksonville 26

Oakland Raiders (0-1) vs. Kansas City Chiefs (0-1)

Oakland was absolutely obliterated on Monday night, getting crushed by the Denver Broncos. JaMarcus Russell completed 17 of 26 passes for 180 yards and two touchdowns. Darren McFadden

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