Week One Predictions

NFL Week 1- 2012

Ind @ Chi: This will be a tough one for Andrew Luck’s first NFL start. I could see it being a disaster if the coaches for the Colt’s don’t help him out early with the run game. I have the Bears 27-13. It will be interesting to see if Jay Cutler hook up with Brandon Marshall again and have that same chemistry like they have had in the past.

Phi @ Cle: Yet another rookie QB is starting in this one, going up against a much improved Eagles defense from last year. This one is going to be closer than most people expect, the Eagles still have the upper hand. Look for them to try and get Vick and McCoy started early. Eagles 24-16

Stl @ Det: Megatron is hoping that he will break the receiving yards record this year; what a great place to start that quest at home against a weak secondary. The Lions will pick up right where they left off last year by lighting up the score board with Stafford leading the way. Lions 38-20.

Ne @ Ten: Coming off their super bowl loss the Patriots will be hungry to show everyone that they have not fallen off one bit. The Titans are still young and have decent looking future, but that’s not enough to hold back New England. Patriots 24-14.

Atl @ KC: Tony Gonzlola’s first trip back to Arrowhead will be a rough one. This could be a sleeper game for the Falcons if their offense becomes stagnant. Kansas City 21-17.

Jac @ Min: This is really anyone’s game. Whoever shows up will be the victor. Surprisingly I expect this one to be exciting. If AP plays the Vikings win 24-21.

Wsh @ No: Jonathan Villma is thanking the football gods for at the moment for this extra chance he has gotten. Don’t expect him to let it slip. Robert Griffin III will do well, but will try to force too much at the end of the game and have too many turnovers for the Redskins to overcome. Saints 34-24.

Buf @ Nyj: Tebowmania will be on the Jets side for the first quarter, than you have to show up and play football. The improved defense for the Bills will step up and put Sanchez in his place. Bills 24-21.

Mia @ Hou: New head coach Joe Philban makes his debut here and looks to impress critics. The Texans will give Miami a steady does of Arian Foster to make the game speed up. In the end Texans 17-14.

Sf @ Gb: My first game of the week of two. The best offense against the best defense from a year ago. Statistically in the past, 49ers have 90% chance of winning. There are still too many questions on the defensive side of the ball for me. If Aaron Rodgers and his receiving corps stays hot like they were last year, I think that’s a different story, but for now I’ll stay on history’s side. 49ers 28-24.

Sea @ Ari: Russell Wilson is too short, too short, too… wait he’s starting in the NFL?? He will silence critics on Sunday and make doubters believers as he tears apart a Cardinals team who really has no identity at the Quarterback position. Seahawks 34-17.

Car @ Tb: Cam Newton: Sophomore slump? Or does he get even better? Only time will tell, but for now the Bucs need to contain him and they won’t have a problem winning this game. Buccaneers 20-17 OT.

Pit @ Den: This is my second game of the week. Peyton Manning comes back strong against a Pittsburg defense that is known for its toughness. I’m predicting the Steelers will look rusty and flat after that disappointing playoff loss last year to a different Broncos team. This year’s Broncos are even better. Not to mention the new offensive coordinator in Pittsburg. Peyton scrapes out a win. Denver 28-27.

Cin @ Bal: An early division game could determine the playoff picture this year. Andy Dalton will improve this season because he will have to with the loss of Cedric Benson. Not a good time though to test out how your running game will be without your leading rusher from a year ago. Ravens 27-16.

Sd @ Oak: This could be one of the most boring games of the week. Sloppy play or defense will prevail. Chargers 24-12.