St. Louis has benched QB Marc Bulger in favor of Trent Green in an attempt to provide a spark to a dead offense. It seems to have had a negative effect thus far, though, with Steven Jackson publicly opposing the decision.
In three games, the Rams have scored a total of 29 points; a total they haven’t been able to hold any of their opponents under.
Buffalo 28, St. Louis 10.
Philadelphia (2-1) at Chicago (1-2) Sunday 8:15pm NBC
The Eagles have been playing like the Eagles of old so far this season, with Donovan McNabb leading his team to victories with a smile on his face and the defense coming up big.
Although McNabb and fellow offensive impact player, running back Brian Westbrook, suffered injuries last week against Pittsburgh, both expect to be ready to play Sunday.
Although the Bears started off with a win in Indianapolis, that feat is looking less and less impressive as the Colts have struggled to start the year, and the Bears have been unable to find another win since.
QB Kyle Orton has to be more consistent and reliable if the Bears are going to do anything against a tough Eagles defense. The Eagles' lone loss came in a Monday Night barn-burner in Dallas in Week 2.
Philadelphia 24, Chicago 17.
Baltimore (2-0) at Pittsburgh (2-1) Monday 8:30pm ESPN
This week’s Monday Night Football match-up showcases the Ravens and the Steelers’ division rivalry.
The Ravens are 2-0, somehow, although rookie QB Joe Flacco has experienced some struggles in his first two games.
The young field general has completed 28-of-48 passes for 258 yards, no touchdowns, and two interceptions in the two wins despite showing good poise.
The rushing game has been the story for Baltimore, with four players combining for five touchdowns on the ground (one coming from Flacco).
The Ravens defense has allowed a total of 20 points on the year, and will be playing in their first road game of the season after their Week Two date in Houston was postponed by inclement weather.
The Steelers will look to rebound from a loss to the Eagles where QB Ben Roethlisberger was injured in an all-out barrage by the Philly defense in which he was sacked eight times.
Roethlisberger’s health could provide an interesting twist if he is unable to go the distance.
Pittsburgh 21, Baltimore 20.
We will see Monday whether or not I will be basking in another successful week of picks, or if I will be helping myself to a dish of crow! Feel free to leave your feedback and comments on what you think will happen. Good luck to everyone’s teams!
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