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Rob Viking -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/3/2010 12:44:50 AM)

I will go out on a limb and say the Vikes record their first blow out win of the season, by 17+ points or so.

Fitzpatrick has had success lately and Steve Johnson has proven to be a solid player and perhpaps the fantasy football pickup of the season. But their defense is mediocre at best and I see our DLine playing they did vs Arizona and getting to Fitz. The Vikes have always been a much better home team and I can't see a 2-9 Bills team having any kind of chance tbh.

If I had to pick a score something like 34-13 sounds right.



John Childress -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/3/2010 6:14:19 AM)

quote:

ORIGINAL: John Childress

I see a very tight game tonight.

The Texans will score a lot on the Eagles.

Asante Samuel is still hurt and their pass defense is not the same without him.

Pretty close

Schaub became Schaub and the Eagles escaped with a needed win



John Childress -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/6/2010 1:38:40 PM)

NFC

Bears - Pats, @ Vik, Jets, @GB
Predict: 2-2
Finish: 11-5, 8-4 NFC record

Green Bay - @Det, @Pats, Giants, Bears
Predict: 2-2
Finish: 10-6, 8-4 NFC record

ATL - @Car, @Sea, Saints, Car
Predict: 3-1
Finish: 13-3, division winner

Saints - Rams, @Ravens, @ATl, TB
Predict: 3-1
Finish: 12-4

Eagles - @Dal, @Giants, Vikings, Dal
Predict: 3-1
Finish: 11-5, division winner based on head to head

Giants - @Vikings, Eagles, @GB, @Was
Predict: 3-1
Finish: 11-5, 9-3 NFC record, win over Bears as tie breaker

TB - @Was, Det, Sea, @Saints
Predict: 3-1
Finish: 10-6, 8-4 NFC Record


Seattle - @SF, ATL, @TB, Rams
Predict: 1-3
Finish: 7-9

Rams - @Saints, KC, SF, Seattle
Predict: 2-2
Finish: 8-8, division winner

SF - Sea, @SD, @SL, AZ
Predict: 2-2
Finish: 6-10


Seedings

1. Falcons
2. Bears
3. Eagles
4. Rams
5. Saints
6. Giants



thebigo -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/6/2010 1:40:50 PM)

quote:

ORIGINAL: Rob Viking

I will go out on a limb and say the Vikes record their first blow out win of the season, by 17+ points or so.

Fitzpatrick has had success lately and Steve Johnson has proven to be a solid player and perhpaps the fantasy football pickup of the season. But their defense is mediocre at best and I see our DLine playing they did vs Arizona and getting to Fitz. The Vikes have always been a much better home team and I can't see a 2-9 Bills team having any kind of chance tbh.

If I had to pick a score something like 34-13 sounds right.


We're not worthy... [sm=bowdown.gif]



John Childress -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/6/2010 1:49:56 PM)

Jets - @Pats, Miami, @Steelers, @Bears, Bills
Predict: 3-2
Finish: 12-4, 5-1 division, 9-3 conference

Pats - Jets, @Bears, Packers, @Bills, Miami
Predict: 4-1
Finish: 13-3, 5-1 division, 9-3 conference

Ravens - @Hou, Saints, @ Cle, Bengals
Predict: 3-1
Finish: 11-5

Steelers - Cin, Jets, Car, @ Cle
Predict: 3-1
Finish 12-4, loss to Jets

Jaguars - Oak, @ Indy, Was, @Hou
Predict: 3-1
Finish: 10-6, 3-3 division, 8-4 conference

Colts - @Ten, Jags, @Oak, Ten
Predict: 3-1
Finish: 9-7, 3-3 division, 7-5 conference

Chiefs - @SD, @Rams, Ten, Oak
Predict: 2-2
Finish: 10-6, 3-3 division, 6-6 Conference

Chargers - KC, SF, @Cin, @Den
Predict: 3-1
Predict: 9-7



1. Pats
2. Steelers
3. Jaguars
4. Chiefs
5. Jets
6. Ravens



Lars -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/6/2010 2:11:32 PM)

Would be classic if GB missed the playoffs like that!



John Childress -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/6/2010 2:42:41 PM)

After Detroit, they have 3 tough games.

THe Packers could get to 11 wins but 10 may be more likely

Of course the Bears could also fall to 10 or 11 wins also.



Steve Lentz -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/6/2010 5:45:51 PM)

quote:

ORIGINAL: Rob Viking

I will go out on a limb and say the Vikes record their first blow out win of the season, by 17+ points or so.

Fitzpatrick has had success lately and Steve Johnson has proven to be a solid player and perhpaps the fantasy football pickup of the season. But their defense is mediocre at best and I see our DLine playing they did vs Arizona and getting to Fitz. The Vikes have always been a much better home team and I can't see a 2-9 Bills team having any kind of chance tbh.

If I had to pick a score something like 34-13 sounds right.


When can you meet me in Vegas? You're good.



Rob Viking -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/9/2010 12:00:55 PM)

I was waiting for Vikes blowout all season. Thought we would blowout the Cards and that should have happened, as well as the Lions back in week 3.

As for this week, it's tough to say. The Giants have both a good OLine and Dline, while the Vikes Lines have underacheived. The Oline has looked better in run blocking while the DLine seems to be rejuvenated. How healthy are Smith and Nicks? If they're still hobbled we should be able to shut down their passing game. Our run D isn't the same this season but they're still near dominant in the dome.

I expect a hard fought game 23-20 to either team, perhaps in OT. 1 or 2 plays will be the difference. Perhaps a Harvin return, Eli or Favre sack fumble, a ridiculous play by Rice or AD or perhaps a Reynaud muff?



Rob Viking -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/9/2010 12:01:48 PM)

quote:

ORIGINAL: thebigo

quote:

ORIGINAL: Rob Viking

I will go out on a limb and say the Vikes record their first blow out win of the season, by 17+ points or so.

Fitzpatrick has had success lately and Steve Johnson has proven to be a solid player and perhpaps the fantasy football pickup of the season. But their defense is mediocre at best and I see our DLine playing they did vs Arizona and getting to Fitz. The Vikes have always been a much better home team and I can't see a 2-9 Bills team having any kind of chance tbh.

If I had to pick a score something like 34-13 sounds right.


We're not worthy... [sm=bowdown.gif]


Party on Wayne....Garth



John Childress -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/9/2010 2:12:17 PM)

What does everyone expect from Randy Moss tonight?

3 catches, 45 yards?



John Childress -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/9/2010 2:20:19 PM)

27 The Giants were embarrassed last year in Minneapolis. That won't happen this time. The Vikings looked good against Buffalo, but this is a step up in competition. No matter if it's Brett Favre or Tarvaris Jackson, the quarterback will face a tough pass rush. I look for the Giants, who are getting healthier, to make amends for that disaster last season.
23

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/features/writers/prisco/picks/week14



marty -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/10/2010 8:20:24 AM)

As strong as I pushed for Frazier getting his chance to HC, it does NOT mean I automatically want him as HC for next year. I AM impressed with him so far, and his handling of players.

The next thing I want to see is some good game planning that attacks opponents' weaknesses on defense. I want to see the Vikings' offense productive by design, along with some great plays by players. I want to see an early lead against a quality opponent, and there are 3 of them coming up.

IF the defense continues to play well, Pagac should ALSO be a consideration for the Vikings' HC next year.

I think the Giants win in a close one:

Giants 20
Vikes 17



marty -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/19/2010 5:21:32 PM)

I think the Packers are going to shock the world, but it'll probably not happen without a little 'sway' (letting the Packer DBs get away with PI and holding, and letting the Pack OL get away with some good holds, and maybe letting a few others thing slide while calling it tight on NE).

Packers 38
Patriots 24

It'll be interesting if Frazier can get the Vikings to bounce back and perform well after a bad loss.

Hoping a star is born, and predicting a Vikings win, Harvin and Webb being the difference:

Vikings 27
Bears 24



David Levine -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/19/2010 7:08:38 PM)

38 points for the Flynn led Packers against the Patriots?

Does the 'sway' involve spotting Green Bay 28 points?



marty -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/19/2010 7:38:20 PM)

I think I went overboard on the score. I think Flynn can be decent, and the Packers will need the WRs to get YAC. I was counting a defensive TD, maybe 2, or a return for the Pack.

I was thinking the Pats were due for a game where they gave up a few points. I probably should have said 31-24, Pack.



David Levine -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/19/2010 8:03:32 PM)

31 is much more likely....



David Levine -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/19/2010 8:12:16 PM)

Well, maybe if the Patriots defenders keep blowing each other up....



marty -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/19/2010 8:31:54 PM)

First evidence of a 'sway', a holding penalty on NE (one that was hard to see).

'Sways' are usually done with holding penalties on an OL, along with allowing the same defense to commit holds and PI in the 2ndary. On the other side of the ball, you can expect to see anything ticky tacky WILL be called on the other teams' 2ndary.

I also suspect that they use whatever little edge they can to help out the team getting the 'sway'. For instance, IF they thought NEs' defense was getting too good of jump on the ball, they'll call offsides even if a Packer clearly moves. Any turnover that is close, is likely to go in favor of the 'sway' benefactor. A close call will probably operate the same way, with the hope that it isn't challenged, or doesn't get overturned. You can also use quick whistles or slow ones, depending on whether you're likely to get desired outcome.



marty -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/19/2010 8:46:07 PM)

Anything close goes to the benefactor of the 'sway': exhibit 2 - Driving picking up the PI call in the endzone, it could just as well have been offensive PI.

The team I suspected might benefit from a 'sway', is now out to a good lead, so the refs might not have to get too involved. NE is going to have to put up a better fight if we are to see more evidence of a 'sway'.



marty -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/19/2010 9:24:05 PM)

Exhibit 3: late flag facemask call on Wilfork, easily could have been holding call on GB OL.



David Levine -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/19/2010 9:49:07 PM)

Green Bay has 27 points with 13 minutes left.

Maybe I need to stop doubting Marty....



marty -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/19/2010 10:18:23 PM)

Exhibit 4: On what could have been the most crucial play of the game, Flynn is intercepted with a little over 3 minutes left in the game. A penalty is called on NE for a personal foul.



marty -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/19/2010 10:31:36 PM)

It might have been just an attempted 'sway' that failed as Flynn came up short too many times. At least the Packers covered the spread, if that is what the officials' desired, it would have been a SUCCESSFUL 'sway'.

There were many missed opportunities that were blown near the end, or the Packers may have won this game. They really botched the last drive, even after given a key penalty on 3rd down to keep the drive going. Not having a play ready, looked similar to the Vikings having too many guys on the field at crunchtime in the NFC Championship.



marty -> RE: Predictions for Next Week (and maybe beyond) (12/20/2010 7:26:14 AM)

There were NO calls of holding on the GB OL, and NO calls of holding or PI on their 2ndary. THAT is all that may have been needed to bring about the likelihood of a high scoring game, where GB has a good chance to win, and covers the spread.

That is WITHOUT mentioning the 4 things I evidenced for a 'sway'.

I cannot tell you IF a 'sway' is going to happen, but I can tell you the likely result IF the officials might be messing with it. Having said that, I think the Vikings could end up being the BENEFACTOR of a 'sway' tonight, as I suspect there is more money on the Bears.



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