Week one of football brought all sorts of surprises making this week’s predictions tough. Here is a look at what should be an interesting test of who is real, and who is not.
Chicago Bears @ Carolina Panthers
Carolina pulled off a late win against the Chargers 26-24 in last Sunday, and their passing game looked to be on track even without Steve Smith. The Bears’ defense however, played like they were expected to all of last year, dominant. With some questions on the Panthers’ defense and an absent Steve Smith on offense, Kyle Orton and an average Bears offense might have the advantage on Sunday.
Green Bay Packers @ Detroit Lions
Aaron Rodgers was finally able to quiet critics with a fantastic debut against the Vikings, and he would love to start off the season 2-0 in his very own NFC North division. If the Pack is able to contain Calvin Johnson and company, and limit the penalties, look for them to blow-out the projected 5-11 Lions who gave up over 300 yards to the Falcons last week.
Indianapolis Colts @ Minnesota Vikings
This will be the game to watch. With both teams projected to lead their divisions, and both teams being upset last week, get ready for some grid iron football. Do not expect another shaky performance by Peyton Manning, and expect Adrian Peterson to go crazy on a defense which allowed 123 yards on 23 carries to Bears rookie Matt Forte last week. A mediocre Vikings defense may be all Peyton Manning needs to rebound from last week’s wake up call.
New England Patriots @ New York Jets
I don’t think I have to remind anyone that Tom Brady is out. The only question now is can the Pats overcome that. The Jets last week barely won against a revamped Dolphins team that has been atrocious the last couple of seasons. If Cassel is able to connect with Moss like he did against the dismal Chiefs, they will make things difficult. I know I wrote an article on how the Pats will be okay without Brady, but I am going to put my money on Brett Favre over the backup, or the newly signed Matt Gutierrez.
Buffalo Bills @ Jacksonville Jaguars
Jacksonville is projected to be one of the better teams in the AFC this year, especially now with Brady out, and if Peyton doesn’t start playing with confidence, watch out. With that being said, the Jags played horrible last week. They are either going to be shell shocked this week or just obliterate the Bills out of outrage. The Bills embarrassed the Seakhaws last week and the momentum is definitely in their favor. Following last week’s 34-10 victory, plus the bad taste left their mouths from last year’s beating in Jacksonville, and I’d have to go with the underdog, Bills.
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