1. Atlanta Falcons (-10) vs. NYJ – The Falcons are banged up defensively and still hurting a bit on offense although RB Steven Jackson might return for this one. However, QB Geno Smith has been horrible on the road and the Jets will be without their top two wideouts in this one. Look for Atlanta to cover the point spread and win 30-13.
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2. Carolina Panthers (-2.5) vs. Arz – The Cardinals offensive line will be overwhelmed by the Panthers front 7 on Sunday. Look for Carolina’s attacking D to force QB Carson Palmer into multiple mistakes.
3. Cincinnati Bengals (+1) vs. NE – The Bengals are an enigma this year. Picked by some to represent the AFC in the Super Bowl, they’re off to a 2-2 start and very inconsistent. That being said, the Patriots come in still shorthanded on offense and now missing their most important piece on defense, DT Vince Wilfork.
4. Oakland Raiders (+5) vs. SD – See money line bet.
Rounding Things Out
Houston Texans (+6) vs. SF – The 49ers offense works when it can run the ball. Houston is very stingy vs. the run. The 49ers will win, but expect a close one on Sunday Night.
Seattle Seahawks (-3) vs. Ind – Seattle is banged up offensively but showing grit on the road which they did not possess a year ago. Look for the Seahawks to force Andrew Luck and Co. into mistakes which tips the scales in Seattle’s favor.
Denver Broncos (-9) vs. Dal -Peyton Manning’s torrid start will continue in big D. The Cowboys lack the offensive firepower to keep this game within double digits.
Money Line Bet
Oakland Raiders (+195) vs. SD – The Raiders play a lot better at home and with Terrelle Pryor under center, who will be back after suffering a concussion two weeks ago. Look for the Raiders D to perform well against the Chargers and for Oakland to pull out the close win on Sunday Night. Remember, both head coaches are former coordinators from Denver and familiar with each other’s styles.
