I am back on the road favorites. Every team I picked this week is a road favorite. Two choices are divisional matchups. Probably not the best strategy. I certainly wasn't looking for this pattern, it just worked out that way. The other team I considered was the Jets (-3.0) against the Broncos. Denver is just such a tough trip, especially for an east coast opponent.
home team in bold
Best Bet
Indianapolis Colts (-3.0) over Washington RedskinsThe Colts have actually been good to me despite my ill advised pick of them in Jacksonville where they always have problems. They have accounted for two of my wins. I am still a believer in them at least in the regular season despite their two losses. The Redskins screwed me last week with their fourth quarter comeback against the Packers. I am still not a believer in them.
Others
New Orleans Saints (-4.5) over Tampa Bay BuccaneersI am going right back to the well against a second team that beat me last week. The Bucs have still shockingly only lost to the Steelers. The Saints are scuffling with Drew Brees looking out of synch. The loss of Reggie Bush to injury hasn't helped. I don't care. Time for the Saints offense to break out.
Tennessee Titans (-3.0) over Jacksonville Jaguars
The Jaguars saved their season two weeks ago and beat me with a victory over the Colts. I decided to ignore the Colts historical penchant for struggling in Jacksonville at my own peril. Then the Jags kept the positive momentum going in Buffalo. The Titans and Jaguars have split their last four games in Jacksonville and the Titans are clearly not the Bills. The Titans beat me last week with Chris Johnson getting back on track so I have jumped on the bandwagon.
Last Week
Cincinnati Bengals (-3.0) over Tampa Bay Buccaneers LOSSDallas Cowboys (-6.5) over Tennessee Titans LOSS
Green Bay Packers (-2.5) over Washington Redskins LOSS
Year to date: 6-9 Best bets: 2-3