It’s win or cry time for all the teams on the postseason bubble.
The middle of October is a crucial time, because this is when sqauds need to roll off multiple wins. That takes immense pressure off of those “must-win” games later in the season.
So, let’s take a look at how Week 6 will turn out in the 2013 NFL season.
*Note: All spreads courtesy of FootballLocks.com. Also, make sure to check back as each spread may change prior to kickoff. “**” are best bets.
Oakland Raiders at Kansas City Chiefs (-9)
Oakland is definitely more impressive after defeating San Diego at home. But Kansas City is a much more complete team by comparison. Plus, the Chiefs are arguably the best team the Raiders will have faced up to this point.
Pick: Kansas City straight up and against the spread
Philadelphia Eagles (-2) at Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Philadelphia has found a small amount of rhythm after defeating the Giants. Unfortunately for Tampa Bay, the Buccaneers are headed in the opposite direction.
Pick: Philadelphia straight up and against the spread
Green Bay Packers (-3) at Baltimore Ravens
Baltimore’s defense certainly has a challenge here. We’ve seen Aaron Rodgers dice up some of pro football’s best defenses. That said, what about the Packers’ defense? Although they fared well against Detroit, the Ravens feature a much better ground game to control the tempo.
Pick: Baltimore straight up and the points
Detroit Lions (-2.5) at Cleveland Browns
How will the Lions perform against a solid defense? The Browns are outstanding in the trenches and in coverage and are better than the Green Bay defense Detroit faced last week. On the flip side, Cleveland isn’t nearly as explosive offensively but has the offensive line to maintain control up front.
Pick: Cleveland straight up and the points
Carolina Panthers at Minnesota Vikings (-2.5)
Neither team has much of a defense here. Carolina played well early against tough teams like Seattle, whereas Minnesota took Chicago to the brink. Additionally, neither offense presents much of an aerial assault. So, who will be the difference? Adrian Peterson.
Pick: Minnesota straight up and against the spread
St. Louis Rams at Houston Texans (-7.5)
Houston’s offense hasn’t fared well against strong defenses that know how to make plays. St. Louis on the other hand, is improving its balance and has big-time potential. The Texans do have the better defense, but the Rams’ coverage and pass rush should not be discounted either. If anything the difference will be the pass rushers and playmaking receivers. Advantage Houston.
Pick: Houston straight up, St. Louis the points
Pittsburgh Steelers at New York Jets (-2.5)
How about the New York Jets? Winning on the road in primetime over the Falcons in the Georgia Dome was a huge step for New York. Gang Green has everything in its favor right now, as the future looks brighter than anticipated. As for Pittsburgh, the Steelers have unreliable pass protection, no ground game and an old defense. The Jets possess the playmaking youth to capitalize on both sides of the line.
Pick: New York straight up and against the spread
Cincinnati Bengals (-7) at Buffalo Bills
Cincinnati is for real. Although its offense barely showed up against the Patriots, the Bengals have the defense to compete with any juggernaut. That said, Buffalo is no slouch. The Bills have explosive running backs, a defense that is capable of slowing anyone down and a confident young quarterback. The downside? Cincy’s defense is just as strong as Cleveland’s and the Bills struggled against the Browns.
Pick: Cincinnati straight up, Buffalo and the points
Tennessee Titans at Seattle Seahawks (-13.5)
Without Jake Locker the Titans don’t have a multidimensional offense. Although the ground game is still there, that won’t be enough to keep pace with the Seahawks. Plus, Seattle is eager to get back in the win column after the road upset loss to Indianapolis.
Pick: Seattle straight up and against the spread
Jacksonville Jaguars at Denver Broncos (-27)
Don’t expect this game to be the blowout everyone thinks it will be. Yes, Denver could potentially put up a zillion points. But the Broncos haven’t played much defense this season either. Jacksonville’s offense is terrible, but not four-touchdown underdog terrible. When looking at this spread you also have to factor in garbage time. How long will the starters be on the field for Denver?
**Pick: Denver straight up, Jaguars and the points
Arizona Cardinals at San Francisco 49ers (-10.5)
Provided Arizona generates some turnovers it may equal the 49ers punch for punch. San Francisco on the flip side, must simply punish the trenches and wear the Cardinals down. San Francisco still has the better defense and ground game to win the battle up front.
**Pick: San Francisco straight up and against the spread
New Orleans Saints at New England Patriots (-2.5)
Are the Patriots as good as their 4-1 record indicates? Well, New England’s defense has stepped up to the challenge thus far, but does remain vulnerable to big plays. And big plays are exactly what defines New Orleans’ offense. Include an upgraded defense for the Saints and they will remain perfect.
Pick: New Orleans straight up and the points
Washington Redskins at Dallas Cowboys (-5.5)
Neither team is playing sound defense right now. Fortunately for Dallas, though, its offense has proven to be fast-paced and balanced when needed. The same cannot be said for the Redskins. No consistent rushing attack or passing game will spel another loss for Robert Griffin III and co.
Pick: Dallas straight up and against the spread
Indianapolis Colts (-1.5) at San Diego Chargers
San Diego continues to disappoint when weekly expectations are increased, just as we saw on Sunday night in Oakland. Indianapolis on the other hand, got a big confidence booster at home by upsetting Seattle. Fielding an opportunistic defense in crunch time, as well as an improving, balanced offense the Colts look like they’re for real. The Chargers simply don’t have the overall personnel to match.
Pick: Indianapolis straight up and against the spread
Last Week
Straight Up: 6-8
Spread: 5-9
Season
Straight Up: 46-32
Spread: 41-37
Follow John on Twitter @Rozum27
[url=http://tamoxifen-citrate.top/]tamoxifen[/url] [url=http://buy-neurontin.webcam/]neurontin[/url] [url=http://acomplia.online/]acomplia[/url] [url=http://buyabilify.link/]price of abilify[/url] [url=http://revia.top/]buy revia online[/url] [url=http://buyrimonabant.link/]rimonabant[/url]
Wm9fAB Im no pro, but I imagine you just crafted the best point. You definitely know what youre talking about, and I can definitely get behind that. Thanks for being so upfront and so truthful.
But a smiling visitor here to share the love (:, btw great style.
I’m honored to receive a call from a friend as
soon as he found out the important recommendations shared
on your site. Browsing your blog posting is a real
wonderful experience. Thank you for considering readers just like me,
and I wish you the best of success being a professional in this field.
You are so awesome! I don’t believe I’ve truly read through a single thing
like this before. So great to find somebody
with a few unique thoughts on this topic.
Seriously.. many thanks for starting this up.
This site is one thing that’s needed on the
internet, someone with a little originality!
Hi, I log on to your blog regularly. Your writing style is awesome, keep doing what you’re doing!
This design is wicked! You certainly know how to keep a reader entertained.
Between your wit and your videos, I was almost moved to start my own blog (well, almost…HaHa!) Excellent
job. I really loved what you had to say, and more than that, how you presented it.
Too cool!
I all the time emailed this website post page to all
my associates, since if like to read it after that my links will too.
Hi there it’s me, I am also visiting this web site regularly, this
web site is in fact fastidious and the viewers are actually sharing nice thoughts.
Today, while I was at work, my sister stole my iPad and tested
to see if it can survive a 40 foot drop, just so she can be a youtube sensation. My iPad is now broken and she has
83 views. I know this is totally off topic but I had to share it with someone!
I have been reading out a few of your stories and it’s nice stuff.
I will surely bookmark your blog.
Fine way of describing, and fastidious article to get data concerning my presentation subject matter,
which i am going to deliver in academy.
At this time I am ready to do my breakfast, when having my breakfast coming yet again to read other news.
I as well believe hence, perfectly pent post!
Its like you read my mind! You seem to know
so much about this, like you wrote the book in it or something.
I think that you could do with some pics to drive the
message home a bit, but instead of that, this is wonderful blog.
A great read. I will definitely be back.
Simply desire to say your article is as astounding. The clarity to your post is just
great and that i can think you’re an expert in this subject.
Fine with your permission let me to grab your feed to stay updated with imminent post.
Thanks 1,000,000 and please keep up the gratifying work.
I was curious if you ever thought of changing the layout of
your site? Its very well written; I love what youve
got to say. But maybe you could a little more in the way
of content so people could connect with it better. Youve got an awful lot of text for only having one or two
images. Maybe you could space it out better?
I’ll right away grasp your rss feed as I can’t find your email subscription hyperlink or newsletter service.
Do you’ve any? Please let me understand so that I could subscribe.
Thanks.
I have been browsing on-line more than three hours
nowadays, yet I by no means discovered any fascinating article like yours.
It is lovely price enough for me. In my view, if all site owners and bloggers made excellent content as you did,
the web might be much more useful than ever before.
I do agree with all the ideas you have offered for your post.
They are really convincing and will definitely
work. Still, the posts are very quick for newbies.
May you please lengthen them a little from subsequent time?
Thanks for the post.
Magnificent items from you, man. I have take into accout your stuff previous to
and you’re just extremely great. I actually like what you’ve got right here, certainly like what
you’re saying and the way in which through which you are saying it.
You make it enjoyable and you still take care of to keep it sensible.
I can not wait to learn much more from you. That is really
a tremendous website.
It’s remarkable in favor of me to have a web site, which is useful designed for my
know-how. thanks admin
An intriguing discussion is worth comment. I do believe that
you need to write more on this subject, it may not be a taboo
matter but usually folks don’t speak about such subjects.
To the next! Many thanks!!
Well I definitely liked studying it. This article procured by you is very effective for good planning.
Pretty! This has been a really wonderful article.
Many thanks for supplying this information.
I just like the helpful info you supply on your articles.
I’ll bookmark your weblog and take a look at again here frequently.
I am slightly certain I’ll learn many new stuff proper right here!
Best of luck for the following!
It is perfect time to make some plans for the future
and it’s time to be happy. I’ve read this publish and
if I may just I wish to suggest you few attention-grabbing issues or suggestions.
Maybe you could write next articles relating to this article.
I wish to learn more things about it!
Hello would you mind letting me know which web host you’re working with?
I’ve loaded your blog in 3 completely different
internet browsers and I must say this blog loads a lot
quicker then most. Can you recommend a good hosting provider at
a fair price? Cheers, I appreciate it!
Hello there! Quick question that’s completely
off topic. Do you know how to make your site mobile friendly?
My weblog looks weird when viewing from my iphone 4.
I’m trying to find a template or plugin that might be able to fix this issue.
If you have any recommendations, please share. With thanks!
each time i used to read smaller content that as well clear their motive,
and that is also happening with this article which I am reading here.
These are in fact impressive ideas in about blogging. You have touched
some fastidious points here. Any way keep up wrinting.
I’m not sure why but this weblog is loading very slow for me.
Is anyone else having this issue or is it a issue on my end?
I’ll check back later on and see if the problem still exists.
Hello there! I know this is somewhat off topic but I was wondering which blog platform are you using for this
website? I’m getting tired of WordPress because I’ve had problems with hackers and I’m looking at options for
another platform. I would be great if you could point me
in the direction of a good platform.
Greetings! I know this is somewhat off topic but I was wondering which blog platform are
you using for this website? I’m getting sick and tired of WordPress
because I’ve had issues with hackers and I’m looking at alternatives for another platform.
I would be great if you could point me in the direction of
a good platform.
Having read this I thought it was extremely enlightening.
I appreciate you spending some time and effort to put this article
together. I once again find myself spending way too much time
both reading and posting comments. But so what, it was still worthwhile!
I must thank you for the efforts you have put in penning
this blog. I really hope to view the same high-grade blog posts by you later on as well.
In fact, your creative writing abilities has encouraged me to get my
own, personal website now ;)
Wow, wonderful blog layout! How long have you been blogging for? you made blogging look easy. The overall look of your web site is magnificent, as well as the content!
Highly descriptive post, I loved that a lot. Will there be a part 2?
As I website possessor I think the content here is rattling great, thank you for your efforts.
I’m curious to find out what blog system you
have been utilizing? I’m having some small security issues with my latest site and I
would like to find something more risk-free. Do you have any
recommendations?