A lot has happened in the 4+ years since I have last posted on here. Needless to say I could write an entire post about the changes that have happened in my life since February 2012. Along with those changes I've decided to diversify the format of this blog to more generalized topics that include everything. Obviously, my passion for sports will still be the majority of my posts but I wanted to incorporate such topics as politics, entertainment, and just life in general.
Makes things interesting instead of talking about sports ALL the time (although that's interesting enough for me.)
For a good three and a half years I was working two jobs (one full-time & one part-time). Took away a lot of extra free time for me and any attempts to start up this blog again failed big time. Last month I was finally able to leave the part-time job which will easily free up 10-16 hours during my week. That being said, I really want to get back to posting on here. Whether it's multiple times a week or once a month, I feel that this avenue of expressing ideas is easier. Not to mention free from the pressures of most social media outlets where you get bombarded with comments, spam, and other unwelcome distractions.
All that being said, I hope within the next few weeks to get my next post up after a 4 year drought. I hope everyone will stayed tuned and stay with me.
Cheers!
Thursday, June 16, 2016
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Super Bowl XLVI - Thoughts and Predicitons
It's that time of the year again, the finale of the NFL season and all it's glory, the Super Bowl is here. This coming Sunday the New York Giants will face off against the New England Patriots in a Super Bowl rematch of 4 years ago that many of us remember very well. The Patriots trying to go for the perfect 18-0 season and the Giants were the underdog team that had to win every game on the road to get to the game. When it was all said and done the Giants drove down to score the winning touchdown after some amazing plays of which David Tyree ended up catching a ball on his helmet in order to get a key first down and long gain. It ended with a touchdown catch by Plaxico Burress and the Giants did the unthinkable and beat the undefeated Patriots in the biggest game of the year.
Now, the Giants and Patriots are back in the Super Bowl and under very different circumstances. The Giants were looking like they were going to implode as they came down the home stretch of the regular season and ended up winning the NFC East and battling through the playoffs including two tough road games against Green Bay and San Francisco. The Patriots experienced little competition in the AFC East and took that momentum as they took care of business against the Broncos and Ravens. However, on paper these two teams may look different than their 2007 counterparts but the mentality in both locker rooms has changed very little from the first Super Bowl match-up. The Giants offense and defense are playing lights out when it counts and they are looking unstoppable up to this point. The Patriots continue to score points and win games despite having the worst defense in the league (Giants defense was also ranked at the bottom as well this year). Yet both of these teams managed to make it to the one of the biggest stages in sports.
However, let's not forget that the Giants successfully beat the Patriots in the regular season this year and I have a feeling that this Super Bowl game will be very similar to that game during the regular season. Both teams can throw the ball successfully and there is no question about that. It's the running games of both teams that have been sluggish all year. I wouldn't be surprised if Manning and Brady throw the ball at least 50 times in this game because the running games of each of these teams is gonna get no where.
I think this rematch will hopefully be a good one as well. I see it being a high scoring yet close game as both teams will probably swap scoring drives as the game goes on. Look for the Giants D to try and pressure Brady as much as possible just as they did this season and in 2007. I think the Patriots will focus on making sure Victor Cruz and Hakeem Nicks are non-factor but that will open up Manning's other options in Manningham and Boos. All in all I do think the Giants will manage the win. I will say 35-31 Giants. Victor Cruz or Eli Manning are your Super Bowl MVP.
Hope everyone enjoys the game! GO GIANTS!
Friday, November 11, 2011
NFL Week 10 Picks
Happy Veteran's Day everyone! Since I have the day off from work today thanks to all those men and women who are willing to serve their country I decided to take the time to do my Week 10 picks. Since I am posting this after the Thursday night game this week I battled on who I was going to pick but I ended up going with the Chargers and once again they failed me as Carson Palmer showed he still has got some swag left. But let's get right to the rest of my picks for Week 10. I went 10-4 last week and that puts me at 74-33 (.692) for the season.No more BYE weeks for the rest of the season.
NFL Week 10 - Sunday, November 13
1:00PM Games
Lions OVER Bears - UPSET SPECIAL - I am surprised the Bears are favored in this game. I know they just game off a big win against the Eagles but they have their weaknesses that's for sure. The Lions do have to go on the road to win this game but I think they will be able to take care of the Bears.
Jaguars OVER Colts - I think the Colts have started to show sparks this season as they continue to move on without Peyton Manning. However, MJD and the Jags will prevail and keep the Colts win-less on the road.
Chiefs OVER Broncos - I wasn't sold on the whole Tebow thing from the beginning and thankfully that hasn't come to bite me, yet. The Chiefs have looked decent the past couple weeks and I feel that at home they can take care of the dismantled Broncos.
Steelers OVER Bengals - I will be rooting for the Bengals in this game of course and at home it will give them an advantage. No one is talking about the Bengals that much this year and they are a decent team and are gonna surprise some people if they were to make the playoffs. However, the Steelers are just to strong on both sides of the ball not to lose this game but they are gonna have to fight hard for it.
Bills OVER Cowboys - UPSET SPECIAL - I cannot believe the Cowboys are favored in this game. Yes, the Bills lost pretty bad to the Jets last week who successfully exploited the Bills weaknesses. However, the Cowboys beat a bad Seahawks team and still have not impressed me at all this year. I look for Buffalo to come back strong in Arlington and take down the Cowboys.
Saints OVER Falcons - NFC South lead is on the line in this game and I would love to see the Falcons win but they have let me down this year in a lot of cases. Being at home may help them a little bit, but the Saints need to make a big run here and I think it may start with this game (although I hope they don't beat the Giants in a few weeks). This will be a good game and probably come down to a one or two possession game.
Browns OVER Rams - Seems like this game should be an easy one to pick considering the Rams situation this year. I really thought the Rams were gonna be better this year and was rooting for them early but unfortunately the complete opposite has happened. The Browns are still in the midst of their re-building but I like what I see on both sides of the ball. I look for them to win a low-scoring affair at home this week.
Redskins OVER Dolphins - UPSET SPECIAL - Once again, the Skins fail to be favored this week in a game that, I think, is gonna be ugly. The Dolphins got their first win last week against a rallying Chiefs team and the have the potential to be a decent team. If the Skins offense doesn't score some points they WILL lose this game. The Defense is doing it's job every game but it's a no longer "Defense wins games" league. Skins better realize that this week.
Texans OVER Bucs - The Texans will win the AFC South this year. And this game will only help them to achieve that task. The Bucs have flaked all year and even at home this week I don't feel like this game will be any different. Get ready for a big game by Foster.
Panthers OVER Titans - Call me crazy, but I like the Panthers at home this week. The Titans have been one of those teams this year that I don't want to pick against but with this game I like the panthers who are actually favored to win. Now if you ask me, I am buying on Cam Newton and have been since the first game.
Eagles OVER Cardinals - The Eagles are DEFINITELY not the team we thought they were gonna be this year. I would hope they could beat the lowly Cards at home this week, but who knows. McCoy should be able to have a big game against a week Cards Defense.
4:00PM Games
Ravens OVER Seahawks - Ravens coming off a huge win in Pittsburgh and I don't think they should have any problems continuing with that momentum on the road against the Seahawks.
Giants OVER 49ers - UPSET SPECIAL - I like that the Giants are not favored in this game. Granted the 49ers have been playing lights out this year which nobody expected. However, the Giants have been playing pretty well and need to keep that momentum through there grueling second half schedule. This year's Giants team kinda reminds me of the Super Bowl year. We'll see how they do on the road against a tough 49ers team.
Sunday Night Game
Patriots OVER Jets - UPSET SPECIAL - The Jets are playing really well at home this year and I would like nothing more than to see the Patriots go down 3 weeks in a row. However, I don't think Brady is gonna let that happen especially if it's a chance to take down the rival Jets. Pats win on the road.
Monday Night Game
Packers OVER Vikings - I don't even really think I needed to pick this game. But I guess I will. Packers will stay undefeated at home this week and keep on pace to complete the perfect season.
Well there they are, my Week 10 picks. Enjoy the games everyone!
-R.N.N.
@ryannnelson87 on Twitter
rnelson0187@gmail.com
NFL Week 10 - Sunday, November 13
1:00PM Games
Lions OVER Bears - UPSET SPECIAL - I am surprised the Bears are favored in this game. I know they just game off a big win against the Eagles but they have their weaknesses that's for sure. The Lions do have to go on the road to win this game but I think they will be able to take care of the Bears.
Jaguars OVER Colts - I think the Colts have started to show sparks this season as they continue to move on without Peyton Manning. However, MJD and the Jags will prevail and keep the Colts win-less on the road.
Chiefs OVER Broncos - I wasn't sold on the whole Tebow thing from the beginning and thankfully that hasn't come to bite me, yet. The Chiefs have looked decent the past couple weeks and I feel that at home they can take care of the dismantled Broncos.
Steelers OVER Bengals - I will be rooting for the Bengals in this game of course and at home it will give them an advantage. No one is talking about the Bengals that much this year and they are a decent team and are gonna surprise some people if they were to make the playoffs. However, the Steelers are just to strong on both sides of the ball not to lose this game but they are gonna have to fight hard for it.
Bills OVER Cowboys - UPSET SPECIAL - I cannot believe the Cowboys are favored in this game. Yes, the Bills lost pretty bad to the Jets last week who successfully exploited the Bills weaknesses. However, the Cowboys beat a bad Seahawks team and still have not impressed me at all this year. I look for Buffalo to come back strong in Arlington and take down the Cowboys.
Saints OVER Falcons - NFC South lead is on the line in this game and I would love to see the Falcons win but they have let me down this year in a lot of cases. Being at home may help them a little bit, but the Saints need to make a big run here and I think it may start with this game (although I hope they don't beat the Giants in a few weeks). This will be a good game and probably come down to a one or two possession game.
Browns OVER Rams - Seems like this game should be an easy one to pick considering the Rams situation this year. I really thought the Rams were gonna be better this year and was rooting for them early but unfortunately the complete opposite has happened. The Browns are still in the midst of their re-building but I like what I see on both sides of the ball. I look for them to win a low-scoring affair at home this week.
Redskins OVER Dolphins - UPSET SPECIAL - Once again, the Skins fail to be favored this week in a game that, I think, is gonna be ugly. The Dolphins got their first win last week against a rallying Chiefs team and the have the potential to be a decent team. If the Skins offense doesn't score some points they WILL lose this game. The Defense is doing it's job every game but it's a no longer "Defense wins games" league. Skins better realize that this week.
Texans OVER Bucs - The Texans will win the AFC South this year. And this game will only help them to achieve that task. The Bucs have flaked all year and even at home this week I don't feel like this game will be any different. Get ready for a big game by Foster.
Panthers OVER Titans - Call me crazy, but I like the Panthers at home this week. The Titans have been one of those teams this year that I don't want to pick against but with this game I like the panthers who are actually favored to win. Now if you ask me, I am buying on Cam Newton and have been since the first game.
Eagles OVER Cardinals - The Eagles are DEFINITELY not the team we thought they were gonna be this year. I would hope they could beat the lowly Cards at home this week, but who knows. McCoy should be able to have a big game against a week Cards Defense.
4:00PM Games
Ravens OVER Seahawks - Ravens coming off a huge win in Pittsburgh and I don't think they should have any problems continuing with that momentum on the road against the Seahawks.
Giants OVER 49ers - UPSET SPECIAL - I like that the Giants are not favored in this game. Granted the 49ers have been playing lights out this year which nobody expected. However, the Giants have been playing pretty well and need to keep that momentum through there grueling second half schedule. This year's Giants team kinda reminds me of the Super Bowl year. We'll see how they do on the road against a tough 49ers team.
Sunday Night Game
Patriots OVER Jets - UPSET SPECIAL - The Jets are playing really well at home this year and I would like nothing more than to see the Patriots go down 3 weeks in a row. However, I don't think Brady is gonna let that happen especially if it's a chance to take down the rival Jets. Pats win on the road.
Monday Night Game
Packers OVER Vikings - I don't even really think I needed to pick this game. But I guess I will. Packers will stay undefeated at home this week and keep on pace to complete the perfect season.
Well there they are, my Week 10 picks. Enjoy the games everyone!
-R.N.N.
@ryannnelson87 on Twitter
rnelson0187@gmail.com
Thursday, November 3, 2011
NFL Week 9 Picks
I have been so busy lately I forgot to do my picks last week. Well, I did them on paper but just forgot to do a post about them. That being said I went 9-4 last week and that takes me to a 64-29 (.688) record for the season so far after the halfway point of the season. Crazy to think we are already halfway through the NFL season but it's true. If I have some time this weekend I will try and do my mid-season report. Teams with the Bye this week are: Panthers, Lions, Jaguars, and Vikings. Here are my Week 9 picks.
NFL Week 9 - Sunday, November 6
1:00PM Games
Chiefs OVER Dolphins - Chiefs started looking like a decent team last week against the Chargers. I think they will continue that play at home against the winless Dolphins who might not win a single game this year.
Saints OVER Bucs - I can't believe the Saints lost and gave the Rams their first win of the season. I think the Saint bounce back huge here at home and get back on track.
Falcons OVER Colts - Falcons can easily win this game on the road and I think they will. With Julio Jones back in the line-up for Matt Ryan he should be able to spread the ball around more.
Texans OVER Browns - The Texans have rebounded very well this season and are looking very well considering their early season woes. They should be able to win this game at home pretty easily.
Bills OVER Jets - I think this game will be a lot closer than people are giving it credit for. The Jets D plays well in close games so look for them to disrupt Fred Jackson and the run game and kill some of the swag of Ryan Fitzpatrick. I still think the Bills take the game at home but will have to fight for it.
49ers OVER Redskins - This is the first week I have not picked the Skins to win. I was sold early but now after they lost 3 or 4 in a row I'm not sold anymore. This Skins team is starting to look no different then any other team we have seen from them in the past few years. I just hope they can save the season. The Niners are just too strong this year and I look for them to win this one on the road.
Cowboys OVER Seahawks - After last week I would be happy if the Cowboys don't win another game this year. However, with that said I don't see how they can lose this game to a pretty bad Seattle team and at home. We'll see what happens but I think the Cowboys will win.
4:00PM Games
Bengals OVER Titans - UPSET SPECIAL - I was surprised to see the Titans favored in this game. Granted, it is only by 3 points and they are at home for this one. I love the Bengals this year. They are doing very well and tied for 2nd place in the AFC North. Two rookies have had a lot of pressure on their shoulders this year and they have performed well and way beyond expectations. Cedric Benson is back from his one game suspension. Watch out.
Raiders OVER Broncos - I feel bad for Tim Tebow. People put him so high on the pedestal that his lack of production is gonna bring him down so far and hard after this season is over. The Raiders D doesn't mess around. Tebow is gonna get tossed around like a rag doll just like last week against the Lions. The Black and Silver roll on at home.
Giants OVER Patriots - UPSET SPECIAL - This has got to be probably the biggest upset I have picked all year. Am I a blind fan? Probably so. BUT SO WHAT! Rematch of Super Bowl XLII and both teams at 5-2. Giants come off a hard fought win at home against the Dolphins and the Patriots come off a heart-breaking late game loss to the Steelers in Pittsburgh. The Patriots are known for not losing 2 games in a row very often. Well this could be it. For the Giants this starts their grueling second-half schedule and it would be great to start it off with a win. The D is pretty much back to full strength. I look to them to disrupt the Pats pass happy offense. GO GIANTS!
Cardinals OVER Rams - Both of these teams had surprisingly good games last week against quality opponents. The Rams came away with a stunning win and the Cardinals a close loss but allowed a huge comeback. I like the Cardinals to bounce back after last week and get the win at home.
Packers OVER Chargers - The Packers are just unbeatable right now. The only undefeated team left in the league and they don't show any signs of slowing down. The Chargers look good one week and just horrendous the next. Packers should be able to win this one on the road with no issues.
Sunday Night Game
Ravens OVER Steelers - UPSET SPECIAL - Big win for both teams last week. Granted, the Ravens had to comeback to beat the lowly Cardinals while the Steelers had a hard fought victory against a quality opponent in the Patriots. I like the Ravens though. Even though they have kinda been back and forth at times this year I still feel like they can win this game, even on the road. Games like these are always fought in the trenches and we should expect nothing different under the lights in primetime on Sunday night.
Monday Night Game
Eagles OVER Bears - Eagles dominated in Primetime last week at home and now they get the chance to do it again at home against the Bears. Look for McCoy to have another big day on the ground. But watch out for the Bears who can also run the ball with Forte. This game might be a little closer than expected but the Eagles will get back to .500 at home.
There they are. Hopefully I don't miss another week this season. Be on the look out for my mid-season report either this weekend or early next week. Hope everyone enjoys the games!
-R.N.N.
@ryannnelson87 on Twitter
rnelson0187@gmail.com
NFL Week 9 - Sunday, November 6
1:00PM Games
Chiefs OVER Dolphins - Chiefs started looking like a decent team last week against the Chargers. I think they will continue that play at home against the winless Dolphins who might not win a single game this year.
Saints OVER Bucs - I can't believe the Saints lost and gave the Rams their first win of the season. I think the Saint bounce back huge here at home and get back on track.
Falcons OVER Colts - Falcons can easily win this game on the road and I think they will. With Julio Jones back in the line-up for Matt Ryan he should be able to spread the ball around more.
Texans OVER Browns - The Texans have rebounded very well this season and are looking very well considering their early season woes. They should be able to win this game at home pretty easily.
Bills OVER Jets - I think this game will be a lot closer than people are giving it credit for. The Jets D plays well in close games so look for them to disrupt Fred Jackson and the run game and kill some of the swag of Ryan Fitzpatrick. I still think the Bills take the game at home but will have to fight for it.
49ers OVER Redskins - This is the first week I have not picked the Skins to win. I was sold early but now after they lost 3 or 4 in a row I'm not sold anymore. This Skins team is starting to look no different then any other team we have seen from them in the past few years. I just hope they can save the season. The Niners are just too strong this year and I look for them to win this one on the road.
Cowboys OVER Seahawks - After last week I would be happy if the Cowboys don't win another game this year. However, with that said I don't see how they can lose this game to a pretty bad Seattle team and at home. We'll see what happens but I think the Cowboys will win.
4:00PM Games
Bengals OVER Titans - UPSET SPECIAL - I was surprised to see the Titans favored in this game. Granted, it is only by 3 points and they are at home for this one. I love the Bengals this year. They are doing very well and tied for 2nd place in the AFC North. Two rookies have had a lot of pressure on their shoulders this year and they have performed well and way beyond expectations. Cedric Benson is back from his one game suspension. Watch out.
Raiders OVER Broncos - I feel bad for Tim Tebow. People put him so high on the pedestal that his lack of production is gonna bring him down so far and hard after this season is over. The Raiders D doesn't mess around. Tebow is gonna get tossed around like a rag doll just like last week against the Lions. The Black and Silver roll on at home.
Giants OVER Patriots - UPSET SPECIAL - This has got to be probably the biggest upset I have picked all year. Am I a blind fan? Probably so. BUT SO WHAT! Rematch of Super Bowl XLII and both teams at 5-2. Giants come off a hard fought win at home against the Dolphins and the Patriots come off a heart-breaking late game loss to the Steelers in Pittsburgh. The Patriots are known for not losing 2 games in a row very often. Well this could be it. For the Giants this starts their grueling second-half schedule and it would be great to start it off with a win. The D is pretty much back to full strength. I look to them to disrupt the Pats pass happy offense. GO GIANTS!
Cardinals OVER Rams - Both of these teams had surprisingly good games last week against quality opponents. The Rams came away with a stunning win and the Cardinals a close loss but allowed a huge comeback. I like the Cardinals to bounce back after last week and get the win at home.
Packers OVER Chargers - The Packers are just unbeatable right now. The only undefeated team left in the league and they don't show any signs of slowing down. The Chargers look good one week and just horrendous the next. Packers should be able to win this one on the road with no issues.
Sunday Night Game
Ravens OVER Steelers - UPSET SPECIAL - Big win for both teams last week. Granted, the Ravens had to comeback to beat the lowly Cardinals while the Steelers had a hard fought victory against a quality opponent in the Patriots. I like the Ravens though. Even though they have kinda been back and forth at times this year I still feel like they can win this game, even on the road. Games like these are always fought in the trenches and we should expect nothing different under the lights in primetime on Sunday night.
Monday Night Game
Eagles OVER Bears - Eagles dominated in Primetime last week at home and now they get the chance to do it again at home against the Bears. Look for McCoy to have another big day on the ground. But watch out for the Bears who can also run the ball with Forte. This game might be a little closer than expected but the Eagles will get back to .500 at home.
There they are. Hopefully I don't miss another week this season. Be on the look out for my mid-season report either this weekend or early next week. Hope everyone enjoys the games!
-R.N.N.
@ryannnelson87 on Twitter
rnelson0187@gmail.com
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
NFL Week 7 Picks
Some great headlines this week as we approach that much closer to the halfway point of the season! Carson Palmer gets his redemption shot in Oakland and the Redskins are potentially ending the Sexy Rexy era in Washington this week by announcing that John Beck will be starting in Carolina this coming Sunday. Both of these moves are bold to say the least and we shall see how they pan out. Last week I went 10-3 on my picks and that puts me at 46-21 for the season (.687). The teams with Byes this week are: Bills, Bengals, Patriots, Giants, Eagles, and 49ers (all much needed if you ask me). Here are my picks for Week 7.
NFL Week 7 - Sunday, October 23
1:00PM Games
Jets OVER Chargers - UPSET SPECIAL - I am very surprised the Chargers are favored on the road this week and especially at New York. I guess they are coming off a much needed bye week and the Jets are still struggling to find their groove. I still like the Jets to win as the Chargers have been off and on all year so far.
Browns OVER Seahawks - The Seahawks got lucky two weeks ago against the Giants. I expect they will back to their old ways this week and lose to a Browns team that has shown at times it has a spark this year.
Lions OVER Falcons - I'm disappointed in the Falcons this year. I am not disappointed in the Lions, at all. They will bounce back after the tough loss to the 49ers at home in a big way. Watch out Matt Ryan.
Redskins OVER Panthers - UPSET SPECIAL - I don't think the Redskins have been favored yet in a game this year. Are they ever gonna catch a break? Well they might need one in this game as fresh starter John Beck goes up against a Carolina team with nothing to lose. I'm rooting for the Skins but they need to step it up.
Bears OVER Bucs - Don't see the Bears losing this one although the Bucs are at home and did just come off a nice looking win against the Saints last week. Look for the Bears to run the ball more this game and take a tough road win.
Broncos OVER Dolphins - UPSET SPECIAL - The Tim Tebow era has begun in Denver and the fans are loving it. I hope Tebow does well and anything the Broncos can get to boost morale is good which is why they will win this game.
Texans OVER Titans - UPSET SPECIAL - This game is a tough one to pick. Both teams trying to find an identity in that dismal AFC South and it seems that Titans may get the better of this one. However, I like Schaub and the Texans to give them a run for their money and get this one on the road.
4:00PM Games
Steelers OVER Cardinals - Need I say any more? I thought the Cardinals might have been decent this year..but if you lose to the Vikings you get no respect from me...Steelers win an easy one on the road.
Raiders OVER Chiefs - Can the Raiders be a legit contender now that they gave up their life savings to acquire an aging yet savvy veteran like Carson Palmer? I honestly think so. The AFC seems weak this year compared to years past and the Raiders definitely look like a team that could surprise some people if they were to go to the Playoffs.
Packers OVER Vikings - need I say any more? Can't help but think this one might be a very big blowout by the Packers.
Cowboys OVER Rams - If this game had happened say a couple weeks I would have easily picked the Rams for the upset but not now. It pains me to pick the Cowboys but they should have no problems winning this one easily at home.
Sunday Night Game
Saints OVER Colts - A Super Bowl rematch from a couple seasons ago except there is one big difference, no Peyton Manning. Saints did look like they had some problems last week against the Bucs but should be able to rebound at home.
Monday Night Game
Ravens OVER Jaguars - Ravens like to win games the old-fashioned way with tough defense and grimy, hard-nosed running with Ray Rice and Ricky Williams. Flacco can light it up when he needs to and this is why the Ravens are gonna be tough to beat the rest of the season at home or away.
We're almost halfway through the season already! Can't believe it. Hope everyone enjoys this week's games!
-R.N.N.
@ryannnelson87 on Twitter
rnelson0187@gmail.com
NFL Week 7 - Sunday, October 23
1:00PM Games
Jets OVER Chargers - UPSET SPECIAL - I am very surprised the Chargers are favored on the road this week and especially at New York. I guess they are coming off a much needed bye week and the Jets are still struggling to find their groove. I still like the Jets to win as the Chargers have been off and on all year so far.
Browns OVER Seahawks - The Seahawks got lucky two weeks ago against the Giants. I expect they will back to their old ways this week and lose to a Browns team that has shown at times it has a spark this year.
Lions OVER Falcons - I'm disappointed in the Falcons this year. I am not disappointed in the Lions, at all. They will bounce back after the tough loss to the 49ers at home in a big way. Watch out Matt Ryan.
Redskins OVER Panthers - UPSET SPECIAL - I don't think the Redskins have been favored yet in a game this year. Are they ever gonna catch a break? Well they might need one in this game as fresh starter John Beck goes up against a Carolina team with nothing to lose. I'm rooting for the Skins but they need to step it up.
Bears OVER Bucs - Don't see the Bears losing this one although the Bucs are at home and did just come off a nice looking win against the Saints last week. Look for the Bears to run the ball more this game and take a tough road win.
Broncos OVER Dolphins - UPSET SPECIAL - The Tim Tebow era has begun in Denver and the fans are loving it. I hope Tebow does well and anything the Broncos can get to boost morale is good which is why they will win this game.
Texans OVER Titans - UPSET SPECIAL - This game is a tough one to pick. Both teams trying to find an identity in that dismal AFC South and it seems that Titans may get the better of this one. However, I like Schaub and the Texans to give them a run for their money and get this one on the road.
4:00PM Games
Steelers OVER Cardinals - Need I say any more? I thought the Cardinals might have been decent this year..but if you lose to the Vikings you get no respect from me...Steelers win an easy one on the road.
Raiders OVER Chiefs - Can the Raiders be a legit contender now that they gave up their life savings to acquire an aging yet savvy veteran like Carson Palmer? I honestly think so. The AFC seems weak this year compared to years past and the Raiders definitely look like a team that could surprise some people if they were to go to the Playoffs.
Packers OVER Vikings - need I say any more? Can't help but think this one might be a very big blowout by the Packers.
Cowboys OVER Rams - If this game had happened say a couple weeks I would have easily picked the Rams for the upset but not now. It pains me to pick the Cowboys but they should have no problems winning this one easily at home.
Sunday Night Game
Saints OVER Colts - A Super Bowl rematch from a couple seasons ago except there is one big difference, no Peyton Manning. Saints did look like they had some problems last week against the Bucs but should be able to rebound at home.
Monday Night Game
Ravens OVER Jaguars - Ravens like to win games the old-fashioned way with tough defense and grimy, hard-nosed running with Ray Rice and Ricky Williams. Flacco can light it up when he needs to and this is why the Ravens are gonna be tough to beat the rest of the season at home or away.
We're almost halfway through the season already! Can't believe it. Hope everyone enjoys this week's games!
-R.N.N.
@ryannnelson87 on Twitter
rnelson0187@gmail.com
Friday, October 14, 2011
NFL Week 6 Picks
Another great week in the NFL has passed us by and yet another week of great football is yet before us come Sunday. I was 9-4 last week as there were less games to pick with the Bye weeks starting. So that puts me at 43-18 (.705) for the season. The teams that have the Bye this week are: Cardinals, Broncos, Chiefs, Chargers, Seahawks, and Titans. Here are my picks for Week 6.
NFL Week 6 - Sunday, October 16
1:00PM Games
Falcons OVER Panthers - This will be a hard fought win for the Falcons with Julio Jones scheduled to be out for this game and Turner being off and on all season. Falcons will really have to do a lot to win but I think they can do it.
Lions OVER 49ers - I really like both of these teams this year. I wish they could both win but sadly that is impossible. The city of Detroit is really starting to get behind this year's team and when they are at home I don't think they can be stopped. Lions win a close one.
Bengals OVER Colts - The Bengals are sneaky this year. Although the Colts have looked OK the past couple weeks with Painter at the helm, I still think the Bengals are surprising people this year. Bengals win a close one.
Redskins OVER Eagles - UPSET SPECIAL - Kinda hard to think the Eagles are still favored in this one with the Redskins at home. But I'm sure you Skins fans out there remember the Monday Night debacle last year in Washington that I still think is haunting everyone in DC. I like the Skins in this one.
Packers OVER Rams - Do I even need to explain myself in this one.....Packers stay undefeated.
Steelers OVER Jaguars - I think the Steelers might be getting back on track if they can stay healthy. This game should help them out a little.
Giants OVER Bills - Surprised once again that after last week's loss that the Giants are still favored in this one but I guess it is because they are at home. I do still like the Giants in this one at home. Once again, Eli is back to throwing INTs and the Defense is back to being injured. So the odds might be stacked against them in this one but the home field will hopefully give them the edge in this close game.
4:00PM Games
Raiders OVER Browns - Sorry Brownies, but that Defense is still too vulnerable and will not be able to stop McFadden from having a big game. Raiders might run away with this one.
Ravens OVER Texans - Ravens should be fresh after their Bye week and ready to win at home.
Saints OVER Bucs - Saints are just too good and overpowering not to lose this game especially since the Bucs have disappointed a lot of experts this year. Bucs can't seem to find that good mood.
Patriots OVER Cowboys - The Patriots may be giving up a lot of yards this year but they are still gaining more and outscoring their opponents and winning games. This game will be no different at home for Brady and the boys.
Sunday Night Game
Bears OVER Vikings - the Vikings woes will continue in Prime time and will have no choice but to start a new QB next week. If the Bears give the ball to Forte at least 20 times they will have no problems winning this game at home.
Monday Night Game
Jets OVER Dolphins - Jets had a tough loss last week against the Patriots. They seem to want to get in a grove but just can't seem to get over that hump. Maybe this game against a Dolphin team in shambles will help them find that groove.
Well there are my Week 6 picks. Hope everyone enjoys the games this week.
-R.N.N.
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NFL Week 6 - Sunday, October 16
1:00PM Games
Falcons OVER Panthers - This will be a hard fought win for the Falcons with Julio Jones scheduled to be out for this game and Turner being off and on all season. Falcons will really have to do a lot to win but I think they can do it.
Lions OVER 49ers - I really like both of these teams this year. I wish they could both win but sadly that is impossible. The city of Detroit is really starting to get behind this year's team and when they are at home I don't think they can be stopped. Lions win a close one.
Bengals OVER Colts - The Bengals are sneaky this year. Although the Colts have looked OK the past couple weeks with Painter at the helm, I still think the Bengals are surprising people this year. Bengals win a close one.
Redskins OVER Eagles - UPSET SPECIAL - Kinda hard to think the Eagles are still favored in this one with the Redskins at home. But I'm sure you Skins fans out there remember the Monday Night debacle last year in Washington that I still think is haunting everyone in DC. I like the Skins in this one.
Packers OVER Rams - Do I even need to explain myself in this one.....Packers stay undefeated.
Steelers OVER Jaguars - I think the Steelers might be getting back on track if they can stay healthy. This game should help them out a little.
Giants OVER Bills - Surprised once again that after last week's loss that the Giants are still favored in this one but I guess it is because they are at home. I do still like the Giants in this one at home. Once again, Eli is back to throwing INTs and the Defense is back to being injured. So the odds might be stacked against them in this one but the home field will hopefully give them the edge in this close game.
4:00PM Games
Raiders OVER Browns - Sorry Brownies, but that Defense is still too vulnerable and will not be able to stop McFadden from having a big game. Raiders might run away with this one.
Ravens OVER Texans - Ravens should be fresh after their Bye week and ready to win at home.
Saints OVER Bucs - Saints are just too good and overpowering not to lose this game especially since the Bucs have disappointed a lot of experts this year. Bucs can't seem to find that good mood.
Patriots OVER Cowboys - The Patriots may be giving up a lot of yards this year but they are still gaining more and outscoring their opponents and winning games. This game will be no different at home for Brady and the boys.
Sunday Night Game
Bears OVER Vikings - the Vikings woes will continue in Prime time and will have no choice but to start a new QB next week. If the Bears give the ball to Forte at least 20 times they will have no problems winning this game at home.
Monday Night Game
Jets OVER Dolphins - Jets had a tough loss last week against the Patriots. They seem to want to get in a grove but just can't seem to get over that hump. Maybe this game against a Dolphin team in shambles will help them find that groove.
Well there are my Week 6 picks. Hope everyone enjoys the games this week.
-R.N.N.
@ryannnelson87 on Twitter
rnelson0187@gmail.com
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
NFL Week 5 Picks
Some awesome upsets last week in the NFL as both the Eagles and Cowboys collapsed and fell to 1-3 on the year so far. Nevertheless, it is still only Week 5 and very early in the season. Last week I went 12-4 on my picks despite the upsets and that puts me at 34-14 (.708) for the season. The Bye Weeks start this week and the teams that get the break are as follows: Ravens, Browns, Cowboys, Dolphins, Rams, and Redskins. Now here are my Week 5 picks.
NFL Week 5 - Sunday, October 9
1:00PM Games
Saints OVER Panthers - Saints better be careful because Cam Newton is adapting the NFL pretty quickly and looking very dangerous...plus that Saints D isn't playing the greatest right now.
Bills OVER Eagles - UPSET SPECIAL - Dare I say the Eagle fall to 1-4? If they aren't careful that could very well happen. I will be rooting for the Bills and definitley think they are playing at a different level right now and can win this game.
Giants OVER Seahawks - Thankfully the Giants are back home this week and this will help as Eli looks to continue his great play at QB and the D continues to stay in line.
Bengals OVER Jaguars - UPSET SPECIAL - The Bengals surprisingly upset the Bills last week. I don't think anyone expected them to be .500 by this time in the season. Dalton and AJ Green are shaping up to be good investments and I look for them to win again this week against the weak Jaguars.
Colts OVER Cheifs - Even though the Colts have not won a game yet they have started to show a little promise over the past few weeks that they may be able so salvage some of this season if things keep developing. I like them to get their first win at home this week.
Steelers OVER Titans - I would like nothing more for the Steelers to lose this week. Big Ben is not getting any protection behind that line and it makes me nervous to still pick them this week over a continued surging Titans team but I still feel that the Steelers will use this game to get back on track at home.
Cardinals OVER Vikings - UPSET SPECIAL - Didn't think the win-less Vikings would be favored in this game but I do feel that the Cardinals will have the edge going into this game as the Vikings look to start a new QB. Vikings stay win-less.
Texans OVER Raiders - I like both of these teams this year. Although the Raiders got handled last week look for them to put up a fight as they always seem to do. The Texans without Andre Johnson will look to run more and the healthy Arian Foster will take this gladly.
4:00PM Games
49ers OVER Bucs - 49ers 3-1? Yes, you read right...the 49ers have a winning record going into this week. Good for them. After the huge upset over the Eagles last week I think they will keep that momentum going forward against the Bucs this week at home.
Patriots OVER Jets - The Jets just look lost out there especially after the loss to the Ravens on MNF last week. I don't see this game going any other way but maybe another 400+ yard passing game for Brady.
Chargers OVER Broncos - Philip Rivers has not turned the ball over in the last 2 games and actually is starting to look like the QB he did a few years ago. Broncos are just out of whack right now and I don't see them even keeping this game close.
Sunday Night Game
Packers OVER Falcons - the Champs stay undefeated. Enough said. Rodgers is already looking like a HOFer.
Monday Night Game
Lions OVER Bears - Do we all remember the shotty call last year in Chicago? This game happens to be in Detroit so even a better reason for the Lions to get some revenge. Megatron and Stafford hook up for another 2 TDs.
There are my picks for Week 5. Hope everyone enjoys the games and have a fun and safe Columbus Day Weekend!
-R.N.N.
@ryannnelson87 on Twitter
rnelson0187@gmail.com
NFL Week 5 - Sunday, October 9
1:00PM Games
Saints OVER Panthers - Saints better be careful because Cam Newton is adapting the NFL pretty quickly and looking very dangerous...plus that Saints D isn't playing the greatest right now.
Bills OVER Eagles - UPSET SPECIAL - Dare I say the Eagle fall to 1-4? If they aren't careful that could very well happen. I will be rooting for the Bills and definitley think they are playing at a different level right now and can win this game.
Giants OVER Seahawks - Thankfully the Giants are back home this week and this will help as Eli looks to continue his great play at QB and the D continues to stay in line.
Bengals OVER Jaguars - UPSET SPECIAL - The Bengals surprisingly upset the Bills last week. I don't think anyone expected them to be .500 by this time in the season. Dalton and AJ Green are shaping up to be good investments and I look for them to win again this week against the weak Jaguars.
Colts OVER Cheifs - Even though the Colts have not won a game yet they have started to show a little promise over the past few weeks that they may be able so salvage some of this season if things keep developing. I like them to get their first win at home this week.
Steelers OVER Titans - I would like nothing more for the Steelers to lose this week. Big Ben is not getting any protection behind that line and it makes me nervous to still pick them this week over a continued surging Titans team but I still feel that the Steelers will use this game to get back on track at home.
Cardinals OVER Vikings - UPSET SPECIAL - Didn't think the win-less Vikings would be favored in this game but I do feel that the Cardinals will have the edge going into this game as the Vikings look to start a new QB. Vikings stay win-less.
Texans OVER Raiders - I like both of these teams this year. Although the Raiders got handled last week look for them to put up a fight as they always seem to do. The Texans without Andre Johnson will look to run more and the healthy Arian Foster will take this gladly.
4:00PM Games
49ers OVER Bucs - 49ers 3-1? Yes, you read right...the 49ers have a winning record going into this week. Good for them. After the huge upset over the Eagles last week I think they will keep that momentum going forward against the Bucs this week at home.
Patriots OVER Jets - The Jets just look lost out there especially after the loss to the Ravens on MNF last week. I don't see this game going any other way but maybe another 400+ yard passing game for Brady.
Chargers OVER Broncos - Philip Rivers has not turned the ball over in the last 2 games and actually is starting to look like the QB he did a few years ago. Broncos are just out of whack right now and I don't see them even keeping this game close.
Sunday Night Game
Packers OVER Falcons - the Champs stay undefeated. Enough said. Rodgers is already looking like a HOFer.
Monday Night Game
Lions OVER Bears - Do we all remember the shotty call last year in Chicago? This game happens to be in Detroit so even a better reason for the Lions to get some revenge. Megatron and Stafford hook up for another 2 TDs.
There are my picks for Week 5. Hope everyone enjoys the games and have a fun and safe Columbus Day Weekend!
-R.N.N.
@ryannnelson87 on Twitter
rnelson0187@gmail.com
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