What We Know: NFL Week 3

Jacob Simpson by Correspondent Written on September 22, 2008
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What we saw: Jacksonville saved their season against a banged-up Colts team on the road. I take a very perverse pleasure in the fact that Indy is 0-2 in their new digs.

What we know: Jacksonville could definitely still take their division if they can find something to do with their offensive line. At the very least, they could grab a wild card behind Tennessee. Indy is in serious trouble getting behind in their division.

What we can expect: I think Jacksonville will pick it up some what, though I don't know if they're strong enough to be a Super Bowl contender. Indianapolis should be stronger in the second half of the year, but they can't give away close games like they did yesterday.

Ravens-28, Browns-10

What we saw: The Ravens defense is back and it came back in a big way yesterday. Derek Anderson took his next step towards becoming a career back up.

What we know: Cleveland's season is over. Good bye, so long, good riddance. Enjoy those nationally televised games while you still can. The Ravens D meanwhile, even with the injuries in the secondary, is still strong. Their offense can somewhat move the ball, but things will be different on the road.

What we can expect: Cleveland has to start Brady Quinn at some point. Romeo Crennel is basically out of excuses. Baltimore needs to prove that it can score on the road. Their O didn't look that great yesterday against an overrated Browns D. Still, even if they lose Monday, I think they'll continue to challenge Pitt all year for the division if Roethlisberger is hurting. Let's go Ravens!!!!

Cowboys-27, Packers-16

What we saw: Dallas is the best team in the NFC. They went into Green Bay and made their statement. And they did it with defense, holding down a Packer offense that is not that bad.

What we know: Unless they have another second-half swoon, Dallas will take the NFC. Green Bay isn't bad and they can still win the North, but they have to find a way to move the ball better. Still, playing Dallas, what else could they do?

What we can expect: Dallas will take the NFC. I still think Green Bay has the horses to take the North. They're better than Minnesota or Chicago. But I don't think they have what it takes to beat Dallas.

 

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