Like most of the games this week, this one will be tough. No one outside the Colts organization knows for sure how much the starters are playing. Both teams have created similar pressure, but the Bills have allowed way too many hits and sacks to their quarterbacks. The Colts have gained 110 more yards on offense per game, have been much more efficient in the red zone, and protect the ball better. With the starters playing minimally for the Colts, I suspect this will be a low-scoring game. Final score 17-10 Indianapolis.
Jacksonville at Cleveland
Another tough game to call. For the Jaguars, this game has playoff implications, while the Browns have played inspired football over the last month. This game could go either way, however, I'm going with the Browns. They can generate pressure, while the Jaguars can't, and are more effective at preventing red zone touchdowns. Jacksonville does have an advantage in yards, turnover differential, and red zone offense. I like the way the Browns have played recently. Final score 31-28 Cleveland.
Chicago at Detroit
Another potentially tough one for the Motor City crowd. Playing another game sans Matthew Stafford, and those have been difficult on the Lions. The Bears have allowed less pressure, while generating more hits, are more effective scoring red zone touchdowns, and have been better in the turnover battle. Final score 24-10 Chicago.
San Francisco at St. Louis
These teams have allowed similar pressure and gained the same amount of yards. Those are the only similarities. The 49ers are more efficient on both sides of the ball in the red zone, and possess a superior turnover differential. San Francisco should win this one. Final score 21-13 San Francisco.
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