NFL Week 10 Picks: Desperate Home Teams That Will Emerge Victorious

Every team in the NFL has played at least eight games. So, the picture is pretty clear for those teams as to what they need to do from this point on to reach the playoffs. 

These teams all made the playoffs a season ago. All but one would be out of the playoffs right now, and the other one is far from comfortable. 

Fortunately for these teams and their fans, they will come away with a win this weekend.

Philadelphia Eagles

I have some shocking news to share. The Eagles are a disappointing team. Their expectations were certainly not a 3-5 first half. 

As shocked as I am sure you were to read that, you should also know that the Cardinals stink. I know, I am dropping bombshells left and right here.

Kevin Kolb has been a disappointment, but isn't even playing this week. In Philadelphia, I just can't see an upset here. Look for the Eagles to get out to a pretty early lead and hold it. I don't think the playoffs are in the Eagles' future, but they will be fine this week.

Kansas City Chiefs

The Chiefs knew that they would need to win this week to keep pace. The Raiders beat the Chargers on Thursday, so they sit a half game up on the Chiefs. That will change this week. 

Denver is still a raw team. They don't have much of an offense. Also, I don't expect them to beat themselves in the same way that the Raiders did a week ago.

Tim Tebow will have his moments, but I like Dwayne Bowe and Steve Breaston against the Denver secondary.

Chicago Bears

The Bears are heating up, winning three games in a row. Still, with a loss this week and a sweep at the hands of the Lions, they will be in a tough spot.

This game will be in Chicago. When they played in Detroit, they were done in by too many false start penalties. That should not happen at home. 

They also seem to have found a way to protect Jay Cutler, which has been their downfall when they have lose. The offensive line isn't very good, but the packages they put on the field keep Cutler upright. 

Remember that Matt Forte had a a big game when the two teams played earlier in the season. I expect that to happen again this week, but they will win this one. Considering the teams they have beaten, a win this week will put them in good position for the playoffs.