Washington comes into this came off an impressive win against Denver, while Dallas crawls into it following their loss to Green Bay. In terms of the red zone scoring, generating pressure, and turnover differential, both teams are about even. The difference is yardage and protection. Dallas moves the ball more efficiently and does a much better job at keeping Tony Romo clean. Final score 28-24 Dallas.
Cleveland at Detroit
Let's just say this isn't a game for the ages, but perhaps a battle for the number one overall pick. Although Detroit's line doesn't do such a good job at protecting Matthew Stafford, at least they can move the ball down the field and score touchdowns. And Cleveland does a terrible job at protecting the ball at -13 in turnover differential. Final score 21-10 Detroit.
San Francisco at Green Bay
I've been waffling on this game all morning. The Packers are terrible at protection, however they move the ball better, are more efficient in the red zone, and have a +13 turnover differential. The 49ers are better at preventing red zone scoring, generate more pressure, and have had three extra days to prepare for this game. Plus, they barely managed a win when they forced five turnovers. That gives the slightest edge to the Packers. Final score 21-17 Green Bay.
Pittsburgh at Kansas City
Even after losing Troy Polamalu, the Steelers should win this game handily. The Chiefs are playing without their best receiver in Dwayne Bowe, and are not as proficient on the offensive end to maintain a scoring pace with Pittsburgh. The biggest factor in this game is yards, as the Steelers have averaged about 100 more per game, while the Chiefs have allowed about 100 more per contest. Final score 38-17 Pittsburgh.
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