By Dan Shouse
Fan Fanatic Sports Staff
The main event this week was Brett Favre's return to Lambeau Field, and Favre reminded everyone whose house it really is.
Vikings 38 (7-1) Packers 26 (4-3)
So much for the boos bothering Brett Favre. Favre showed his former team that he still has plenty left, sticking it to the Packers with 4TD passes. The win puts the Vikings in firm control of the NFC North.
Dolphins 30 (3-4) Jets 25 (4-4)
Next time they play, maybe the Jets and Dolphins should start their game at half time. After being tied 3-3 at the half, both teams exploded for a combined 49 points in the second half. Last week Ted Ginn Jr was the goat. This week he was the hero, returning two kick offs for touchdowns in leading the Dolphins to a win in the Meadowlands.
Eagles 40 (5-2) Giants 17 (5-3)
What has happened to the Giants? After starting the year 5-0, the Giants have now lost three games in a row. This game was over at the half, as the Eagles jumped out to a 30-7 lead at the break. The Eagles now move into a first place tie with the Dallas Cowboys in the NFC East.
Cowboys 38 (5-2) Seahawks 17 (2-5)
Romo was solid again for the Cowboys, throwing for 3 touchdowns, including another to Miles Austin. Romo has a chance to get the Cowboys into first place next week, as the Cowboys travel to Philadelphia to take on the Eagles.
Colts 18 (7-0) 49ers 14 (3-4)
The Colts offense actually struggled at times, and Indy actually trailed at the half. It was not until Reggie Wayne's 22 yard TD reception on a half back option pass by Joesph Addai in the fourth quarter that the Colts finally took the lead. The 49ers have now dropped three straight.
Texans 31 (5-3) Bills 10 (3-5)
With Owen Daniels hurt, and Steve Slaton fumbling his way to the bench, Ryan Moats stepped up big time to lead the Texans to a win in Buffalo. Moats found the end zone three times in the fourth quarter to blow a close game wide open.
Bears 30 (4-3) Browns 6 (1-7)
Derek Anderson was his usually self, completing 6 of 17 passes for 76 yards and 2 picks, and the Bears defense had an easy day. Anderson was benched late in the game. It appears that Brady Quinn will get another chance to lead this "pro" team.
Rams 17 (1-7) Lions 10 (1-6)
The Rams ended a 17 game losing streak, and won for the fist time since October of 2008. The Rams no longer have to worry about joining the Lions as the only team to go 0-16.
Ravens 30 (4-3) Broncos 7 (6-1)
The Broncos undefeated streak came to an end in a big way on Sunday. The Raven offense came to life in the second half, putting up 24 points after the half. It was the first loss for Josh McDaniels as an NFL head coach.
Titans 30 (1-6) Jaguars 13 (3-4)
Maybe Jeff Fisher should have listened to the owner all along. Vince Young, who replaced Kerry Collins as the Titans starting QB, did not put up big numbers, but he did not have too. Chris Johnson provided all the offense rushing for over 200 yards and 2 scores to lead the Titans to their first win of the season.
Chargers 24 (4-3) Raiders 16 (2-6)
It was just like old times in San Diego. LT found the end zone twice (remember when that was a given each week) and the Raiders once again struggled in the passing game, managing only 88 yards for the game. Who will Tom Cable hit this week?
Panthers 34 (3-4) Cardinals 21 (4-3)
The Cardinals may be the most inconsistent team in the NFL. After looking great in a win last time out against the Giants, the Cardinals were a turnover machine against the Panthers. Kurt Warner threw 5 ints, and DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart combined for over 200 yards rushing and 2 TDs to give the Panthers the upset win in the desert.
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Monday Night Football: Saints Looking Super
By Dan Shouse
Fan Fanatic Sports Staff
The New Orleans Saints are venturing into unknown territory for their franchise.
For the first time since the franchise was founded in 1967, the Saints are the clear favorite to represent the NFC in the Super Bowl. For a franchise that has only won two playoff games in its history, this is uncharted waters indeed.
Make no mistake, the Saints perfect 6-0 start is not a fluke. The Saints offense deserves most of the credit for the turnaround. The Saints have scored 45 or more points in more than half of their games this season. The Saints are starting to look like the 2007 Patriots in some ways.
If there were any questions about the toughness and character of this team, last week's game against the Dolphins answered that question loud and clear. After having not trailed at the half of any game this season, New Orleans found itself on the wrong end of a 24-10 game at the half. Drew Brees and company did not panic, and put up 29 second half points. Even more impressive is that the defense chipped in, adding a late int return for a touchdown to seal the 46-34 win. That is what make the Saints dangerous. It is not just the offense, but the defense that can contribute as well. Add in a solid special teams unit with Reggie Bush (if he does not fumble) and the Saints are a complete team. These are not your fathers "Aints" anymore.
Looking ahead the Saints have the Bucs twice, Panthers twice, and other has beens such as the Rams and Redskins on its schedule. Could the Saints be 16-0? Not likely, as the Falcons and Patriots will be tough to beat, but it is not totally out of the question.
Speaking of the Falcons, if they are going to have any chance in this game, it will be with the legs of Michael Turner. Turner has struggled at times this season, but the Falcons will need him to control the clock and keep Drew Brees on the bench. The Falcons have the offensive weapons to put points on the board, with Roddy White, Matt Ryan, and Tony Gonzalez, but they do not have quite the same fire power that the Saints have. The offense will have to stay on the field, and keep the Saints offense off the field.
The Falcons defense has also been suspect at times, and were beaten badly by the Cowboys one week ago. For those reasons, it is critical that Turner gets going if Atlanta expects to keep pace in the NFC South.
Can the Falcons do enough to slow the Saints offense down? The feeling here is no. Look for the Saints to remain perfect. With the way this season has gone for New Orleans, the Saints my come marching in to the Super Bowl in February.
Prediction: Saints 38 Falcons 24
Fan Fanatic Sports Staff
The New Orleans Saints are venturing into unknown territory for their franchise.
For the first time since the franchise was founded in 1967, the Saints are the clear favorite to represent the NFC in the Super Bowl. For a franchise that has only won two playoff games in its history, this is uncharted waters indeed.
Make no mistake, the Saints perfect 6-0 start is not a fluke. The Saints offense deserves most of the credit for the turnaround. The Saints have scored 45 or more points in more than half of their games this season. The Saints are starting to look like the 2007 Patriots in some ways.
If there were any questions about the toughness and character of this team, last week's game against the Dolphins answered that question loud and clear. After having not trailed at the half of any game this season, New Orleans found itself on the wrong end of a 24-10 game at the half. Drew Brees and company did not panic, and put up 29 second half points. Even more impressive is that the defense chipped in, adding a late int return for a touchdown to seal the 46-34 win. That is what make the Saints dangerous. It is not just the offense, but the defense that can contribute as well. Add in a solid special teams unit with Reggie Bush (if he does not fumble) and the Saints are a complete team. These are not your fathers "Aints" anymore.
Looking ahead the Saints have the Bucs twice, Panthers twice, and other has beens such as the Rams and Redskins on its schedule. Could the Saints be 16-0? Not likely, as the Falcons and Patriots will be tough to beat, but it is not totally out of the question.
Speaking of the Falcons, if they are going to have any chance in this game, it will be with the legs of Michael Turner. Turner has struggled at times this season, but the Falcons will need him to control the clock and keep Drew Brees on the bench. The Falcons have the offensive weapons to put points on the board, with Roddy White, Matt Ryan, and Tony Gonzalez, but they do not have quite the same fire power that the Saints have. The offense will have to stay on the field, and keep the Saints offense off the field.
The Falcons defense has also been suspect at times, and were beaten badly by the Cowboys one week ago. For those reasons, it is critical that Turner gets going if Atlanta expects to keep pace in the NFC South.
Can the Falcons do enough to slow the Saints offense down? The feeling here is no. Look for the Saints to remain perfect. With the way this season has gone for New Orleans, the Saints my come marching in to the Super Bowl in February.
Prediction: Saints 38 Falcons 24
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