Wednesday, October 29, 2008

WEEK 9

Five plays (so far) this weekend...

Texans  +4.5  Vikings (H)

DeVoodoo's pick: Vikings
The Vikes have had the foul taste of defeat in their mouths ever since that crushing loss to the Bear two weeks ago (including a bye). Look for this talented, yet underperforming squad to play hard against a Texans team that's enjoyed great success recently, but not against top tier competition.

Ravens  +1.5  Browns (H)

DeVoodoo's pick: Browns
True, this is not the impressive Browns team of 2007, but Romeo Crennel's roster is finally catching some fire. The Ravens, however, are far overdue for a correction. Add to the mix that this is a game of two division rivals with playoff hopes (the Ravens won their first meeting of the season), and the home team pick becomes even more appealing. 

Dolphins  -3  Broncos (H)

DeVoodoo's pick: Broncos
Similar to the Vikings (above), the Broncos are coming off a bye week in which they had to strew over an embarrassing 41 - 7 loss to the Patriots. That special blend of anger, rest, and renewal will prove the difference in this one.

Packers  +5.5  Titans (H)

DeVoodoo's pick: Packers
The Titans are the real deal, but they're not going 16 - 0 this season. Loss #1 could very well come this week. The Titans are playing off a short week after their Monday night plastering of the Colts. By contrast, the Packers will be well rested after a bye week (catching the pattern here?). 

Patriots O/U @ 17.5 vs. Colts (H)

DeVoodoo's pick: OVER
If the Colts lose this game, their season is essentially over, so expect a big offensive output from Manning and company. In return , I expect the Pats to keep pace and put points on the board. 

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