The only game this weekend that's not a repeat from last week. However, both teams met earlier this season, so they are somewhat familiar with one another. Baltimore has allowed slightly more pressure, but many more sacks. This is due to Tom Brady's ability to feel the pressure, and release his passes just prior to the hit. Defensively, both generate similar pressure. The Patriots have gained 50 more yards per game, while allowing 20 more per game. Baltimore is slightly more effective scoring red zone touchdowns, and is way more effective at preventing them. Both sides protect the ball well, but the Ravens create more turnovers. It will be close, but the Ravens prevail. Final score 28-24 Baltimore.
Green Bay at Arizona
I have a feeling this one will be played a little differently than last week. Green Bay went for the win- and psychological edge- while the Cardinals showed nothing, playing backups on a vanilla game plan. Both teams allow way too many hits, but Aaron Rodgers has taken more than Kurt Warner and almost three times as many sacks. The Packers have gained 40 more yards on offense, but the bigger number is the 60 yards per game more allowed by the Cardinals. Arizona is slightly more effective scoring in the red zone, and better at preventing red zone scores. The biggest advantage is the turnover battle. Green Bay is best in the league at protecting the ball and generating turnovers, while Arizona is -7 on the season. That stat is tough to ignore. Final score 31-28 Green Bay.
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