Week 8 Revelations

Week 8  - NFL

1. Indianapolis has thrown in the towel. They will probably get crushed in every road game, where they can hide from their fans. At home it might be a different story, but their team has always relied on Manning way too much and now they are paying for it. They are not built to come from behind and should be avoided or exploited at all times.
2. Cincy, Carolina and Minnesota are very dangerous teams with rookie QBs who are playing at high levels. These teams will compete and should be respected no matter who the opponent may be.
3. It's time to believe in Buffalo, Houston, San Francisco and Detroit. These teams are solid and their defenses are better than most people may think. Never bet against them at home. Never. These three teams still get nice spreads, take advantage if you can.
4. Philadelphia destroyed Dallas--I see two teams going opposite directions. I really don't like Dallas on offense. I see a scared QB looking to dump the ball off and worried about making mistakes deep down the field. On the other hand, Philly might have finally figured out their personnel. On Offense, spread the field on offense and throw quick screens to slow down the pass rush. On D, play man coverage and blitz the QB. Watch out NFC.
5. The Sunday night game, Baltimore at Pittsburgh, will showcase the difference that eight weeks can make. Baltimore killed Pitt 35-7 in week 1, just completely dominated the Steelers in all categories. Over the past two weeks, I see a very disturbing trend for the Ravens. Their O-line has looked slow and weak, they have struggled to run the ball and Flacco has been pressured repeatedly. Pittsburgh will exploit this weakness and avenge their week one loss.
6. Never trust bad coaching! Denver, Miami and the SD Chargers have the three worst coaching staffs in the NFL. These teams are trouble and will let you down over and over again.
7. The NO Saints are a great team.....at home. Do NOT take them on the road against anyone. Always remember their loss at Seattle last year in the playoffs. If you forget, recall last week's debacle in St. Louis.
8. Always stick to your guns and trust your gut feeling. Never let anyone influence your beliefs, especially pre-game shows or ex-players trying to prove their wit.
9. The Green Bay Packers are the best team in the NFL by far right now, they are at minus six points at SD right now--jump on it!
10. Quick Pick for Friday NCAA--USC (-22) at Colorado. Colorado Buffaloes are putrid. Tommy Trojan will celebrate again. Get on USC asap.