New England at Houston
The Patriots have been terrible on the road this season. They went 2-6, with an asterisk, because one of those road wins was in London. Give it to the Texans for fighting for a playoff spot. They hit New England quarterbacks six times, gained 130 more yards, and went +1 in turnover differential. Though, they did allow New England to go perfect in the red zone, while going 50% on their six opportunities. Good win by Houston, but unfortunately they didn't receive the help from other teams to actually make the playoffs for the first time in franchise history.
Philadelphia at Dallas
I guess the Eagles didn't have anything at stake for this one, since they failed to show up. Give credit to Dallas, as they dismantled the Birds, and are the hottest team in the NFC. They sacked Donovan McNabb four times on five hits, had a whopping 250 more yards on offense, went 50% in the red zone, and held the ball for 21 more minutes. This is their second straight shut-out, which is tough to do. The rematch is next week. Perhaps, the Eagles will receive the memo before Saturday.
Kansas City at Denver
Another huge game from Jamaal Charles, and a big let-down from the Broncos, as they were unable to cash in on their 6-0 start. Kansas City won, despite allowing Denver to go 75% in the red zone, and allowing their opponent to gain over 500 yards of offense. They were victorious, because they also gained over 500 yards of offense, kept Matt Cassel clean, won the turnover battle at +1.
Baltimore at Oakland
Another nice win for the Ravens. Oakland had every opportunity to pick up the victory, but were unable to, despite pressuring Joe Flacco into four sacks on six hits. The yards were even. However, Baltimore won because they went 67% in the red zone, and were +2 in the turnover battle.
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