The Falcons are a team on the rise, Monday night's game notwithstanding, while the Redskins are a team in turmoil. Atlanta is vastly superior at protecting the quarterback and converting red zone chances into touchdowns. Washington's edge is defensive yards against. However, their offense doesn't help their defense, as they haven't scored more than 17 points in a game, and arguably their best player Chris Cooley is out this week. Final score 28-13 Atlanta.
Arizona at Chicago
Based upon the numbers, this is one of the tighter games this week. The Cardinals are coming off a humiliating home defeat to Carolina last week, and Kurt Warner committed six turnovers. On the other side of the ball, the Bears dominated in their win against Cleveland. The big difference is in the red zone. Arizona is very good at converting their opportunities into touchdowns, while Chicago has given up a lot of touchdowns in the red zone. I'm predicting a mild upset. Final score 27-24 Arizona.
Baltimore at Cincinnati
Another tightly matched game. It's even closer than the previous game. Plus, Baltimore is searching for revenge. They are both in my top ten, nine and eight respectively. However, I have to side with the home team coming off its bye week. Also, the Bengals advantage is protecting and pressuring the quarterback. I wouldn't be surprised to see the Ravens to win the game though. Final score 21-20 Cincinnati.
Houston at Indianapolis
A first-second place battle. This slate of games is only getting better. It would take a perfect game from the Texans- which they are capable of with their talent- to win this game. I don't see it. Even playing without Bob Sanders, the Colts defense is formidable and I've been fawning over Peyton Manning and the sensational season he's had. The numbers say it should be close, but the injury to Owen Daniels and his backup hurt Matt Schaub. Final score 31-21 Indianapolis.
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