Predictions for the late games and Sunday Night Football this week.
Seattle (3-6) at St Louis (2-7)
The Seahawks have been pretty dreadful so far this year, then somehow managed to beat the Ravens last week. Tavaris Jackson once again failed to throw a touchdown pass though, and the win was more about the Baltimore offence being shocking than good Seattle offence. St Louis have been even worse, but still managed to scrape past the Browns last week. Sam Bradford should be back in at quarterback for the Rams, but not being fully fit, and having thrown only 4 touchdown passes all season anyway, I see Seattle winning a battle of field goals.
Prediction: Seattle 19 St Louis 15
Arizona (3-6) at San Francisco (8-1)
The Cardinals just haven't been able to hook it up so far this season, despite Kevin Kolb and his backup John Skelton playing fairly well, as well as their star running back Beanie Wells. The rest of their team though, are shocking, especially their 27th ranked defence. The 49ers, lead by Alex Smith and Frank Gore have looked virtually unstoppable since their week 2 loss to Dallas. Despite being 29th in passing yards, Smith has thrown 11 touchdowns, and he should pick the Arizona defence apart. Frank Gore's involvement is questionable, but the 49ers should see themselves at 9-1.
Prediction: Arizona 13 San Francisco 38
Tennessee (5-4) at Atlanta (5-4)
Two teams who should be doing better than they are go head to head in the Georgia Dome, with the Titans riding high after a spectacular win last week against the Falcons' divisional rivals Carolina. Chris Johnson is finally looking back to his old self after a slow start, and Matt Hasselback has seemingly figured out the Titans' playbook. The Falcons lost in overtime in a thriller against New Orleans last week, after an inexplicable playcall on 4th down, and will be looking to bounce back this week. Matt Ryan has thrown 14 touchdowns despite not finding his best form - but looked fantastic in spells last week. The Falcons should win a tight, entertaining game.
Prediction: Tennessee 24 Atlanta 27
San Diego (4-5) at Chicago (6-3)
The Chargers have been a letdown this season. Full stop. Philip Rivers has 13 touchdowns, and the 4th most passing yards in the league, but he also has 15 interceptions, and is playing alongside a shockingly poor offensive line. Their defence isn't much stronger, and many people's preseason AFC favourites are faltering badly. The Bears have in contrast, been pretty good. Riding an impressive four game winning streak, they are still relying a bit too much on Devin Hester's kick returning abilities, but do have Matt Forte and, surprisingly, Jay Cutler playing well as well. The Chargers will not like the November conditions at Soldier Field and the Bears march should continue.
Prediction: San Diego 17 Chicago 31
Sunday Night Football
Philadelphia (3-6) at New York Giants (6-3)
The so called "Dream Team" in Philly have been anything but that this season. They've stuttered all year,a nd have been hit by a double blow that Michael Vick and Jeremy Maclin are both ruled out for this divisional encounter. The Eagles really could have done without losing those two, and will be looking for answers at the Meadowlands. The Giants in total contrast, have been excellent, and Eli Manning is currently the 5th best quarterback in the league by yards and rating. The Giants will not lose this game, and the Eagles will be left wondering what to do next.
Prediction: Philadelphia 13 New York Giants 24
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