The Guru
With the NFL winding down rapidly, it’s a foot race for those coveted wild card spots in both the AFC and NFC divisions. Week thirteen showcases four serious games that have real playoff implications. The teams that once were supposed to be the worst (Falcons and Dolphins) are doing well, and a big surprise. AFC East, AFC North, and the NFC East all bring a great game to this week. Here are my picks:Baltimore 16 at Cincinnati 10 – This year the Raven’s have been up and down both offensively and defensively. After giving up 30 against the Giants, the team should rebound both in week twelve and thirteen. This Cincinnati team is almost hopeless, even with the weaponry they have on offense. Take the Ravens
Indianapolis 24 at Cleveland 13 – And speaking of an up and down team, the Colts are still in playoff contention even with the mediocre season they are having. Injuries on the offensive line have plagued the running and pass protection, but somehow, the Colts are finding ways to win. Peyton Manning, Canton-bound should take this game over. Quinn or Peyton? I’ll take Peyton.
NY Giants 10 at Washington 13 – The primary reason I am picking Washington here is the fact that the NFC East teams are notoriously known for splitting with each other throughout the season, no matter the strength of either team playing. Aside from that, this game will be close, and even though I am having flashbacks to two years ago when the Giants had a goal line stop on the Redskins to end their playoff hopes, I will take the Skins to get back on track at home.
Pittsburgh 26 at New England 17 – After what I saw in the jets game, Matt Cassel is no joke, and can put the ball wherever he needs. Yes, that was the Jets defense, and they did end up losing the game, but still Cassel is no joke. And neither is the Steelers’ defense. Cassel will get lost in the defense schemes and most importantly, 43’s flowing fro. Take the Steelers.