NFL Picks Week 7: Texans over Titans and More Upsets on the Horizon

Lines for Week 7 games are interesting to say the least. Here are a few upsets that will happen this week.

Washington Redskins over Carolina Panthers

If the Redskins plan on being around come December they need to take care of business in Carolina against the Panthers.

With John Beck as the starter, he provides another option for the offense. He does have more mobility and agility in the pocket than Rex Grossman.

I think that Grossman should still be the starter, but Beck is capable of having a decent day at the helm.

We have learned a lot from Cam Newton in 2011. With 10 combined turnovers, Newton has made himself turnover-prone. Sure, he can put up fantasy numbers, but he needs to learn how to protect the football. Maybe the offense should be a little more balanced to help the rookie out.

I think the Redskins’ defense will force a couple turnovers from Newton and Washington picks up the much needed victory on the road.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers over Chicago Bears

In a game played in England, Tampa Bay will “host” the Chicago Bears. I think that the Buccaneers are a more complete team than the Bears in 2011.

Josh Freeman continues to prove that he knows how to win games in the NFL. He has led Tampa Bay to their 4-2 record to start the season.

Chicago will provide a tough test for the Buccaneers’ defense. Matt Forte will be able to be productive, but this game will come down to the quarterbacks.

I’ll take Freeman over Cutler late when the game matters.

Houston Texans over Tennessee Titans

If Houston wants to be considered a threat in the NFL they have to win this game on the road.

With the Indianapolis Colts not having Peyton Manning, this was considered the best chance for the Texans to make the playoffs.

Now, a new team has come into the equation and that is the Titans.

If the Texans lose this game, Tennessee would have control of the division.

It’s time for Matt Schaub and Arian Foster to prove they are one of the better players in the AFC. This needs to be the game where the Texans make a stand and come through with a victory.

If not now, when?