Week 14 Predictions: Pats Falling Apart?

By Dan Shouse
Fan Fanatic Sports Staff

Back to back losses, and a player calling out his coach have helped make it a very rough week in Foxboro. Are the Patriots falling apart? Or will they rally and get back into the win column? We will have to wait and see.

Here are this weeks picks.

Patriots 24 Panthers 16

The Pats will get a win, put it will be yet another unimpressive performance - on both sides of the ball. If they don't win, then wheels could fall off the wagon. At this point the Patriots season looks pretty clear. Win the division, host a game on wild card weekend, and maybe get to the second round at best.

Saints 34 Falcons 10

It doesn't matter if Matt Ryan plays or not, because the Saints look like a team of destiny. Unlike last week, Drew Brees will not have pull out a miracle win. The Saints will remain unbeaten.

Packers 30 Bears 17

Aaron Rodgers and the Pack were fortunate to win last week against the Ravens, committing a ton of penalties and turnovers. They will be sharper this week. A division game against hated rival, gives the Pack plenty of reasons to stay motivated. The Packers make it five wins in a row.

Colts 34 Bronces 24

The Colts make it 22 consecutive regular season wins - breaking a record held by the New England Patriots. A win over the Broncos will also secure the top seed for the Colts in the playoffs. Could we see two undefeated teams in the Super Bowl?

Bills 17 Chiefs 13

The Bills can't score, but the Chiefs are terrible on defense. The Bills will do just enough on offense to get the win.

Vikings 28 Bengals 13

Brett Favre and the Vikings will bounce back after a poor performance last time out against the Cardinals. Adrian Peterson is also due for a big game. After gaining only 19 yards against the Cards, Peterson is a good bet to crack the century mark this week.

Jets 20 Buccaneers 13

The Jets are getting right back into the playoff picture. Thomas Jones will get a ton of carries, and Kellen Clemens will not be much of a down grade from Mark Sanchez, as the Jets will make it three straight wins.

Jaguars 21 Dolphins 17

Chad Henne will come crashing back down to earth after last weeks big game against New England. The Jaguars will take a huge step towards the playoffs, but too bad nobody will be there to see it. The game figures to be blacked out once again.

Ravens 33 Lions 21

The Ravens have been unpredictable this year. One week they look good, the next terrible. After a horrid performance on MNF against the Packers, it is time for Joe Flacco to step it up. He will, and the Ravens will get the win.

Seahawks 22 Texans 20

The disappointing season for the Texans will continue. Texans coach Gary Kubiak looks to be out of a job at the end of this season.

Titans 27 Rams 10

The Titans will start a new winning streak, and the Rams are the perfect opponent to help get it started. The Titans get the win, and stay in the discussion for the post season.

Redskins 31 Raiders 14

It is time the Redskins catch a break. After playing playoff teams like the Eagles and Saints tough, the Redskins will take out some frustration against the Raiders.

Chargers 38 Cowboys 21

Wade Phillips might want to rethink his statement that the Cowboys are a "team of winners" after this week. The Chargers will make it eight straight wins with an impressive win in Dallas.

Giants 24 Eagles 21

Just when it looked like the Giants were all but done, New York will find a way to get back into the race for the NFC East. The G-men will make it two wins in two weeks over division rivals, having beaten the Cowboys the week before.

Cardinals 34 49ers 13

Kurt Warner looked great against the Vikings, finding Larry Fitzgerald and Anquan Boldin all game long. The 49ers simply do not have the weapons to keep up with the Cardinals.

Fantasy Football Friday: Week 14 Saturday Edition

By Jim Ingram

Fan Fanatic Sports Staff

Well, first off I need to apologize. You see, I simply didn't know yesterday was Friday. No excuses, I screwed up and lost track of the days. Apparently that happens when you have newborn twins in the house and your on leave from work. Enough of that, now onto Fantasy Football. This is week 14 so you should either be in your last regular season week or the first week of playoffs. Either way, you're gearing up for a big championship run or playing the spoiler. If you're season is over and you have the chance to prevent someone from making the playoffs, make sure to keep your fantasy integrity and put out your best lineup.

Fantasy Match Ups of the Week:

1. Eagles @ Giants - I simply love this NFC East match up for fantasy this week. Both starting QB's are good to go this week. Normally I really like Philly's D, but something about this game screams big point on both sides. Brian Westbrook is out again, so keep looking for LeSean Jackson. It's also time to start Jason Avant. While doing research, I also like Kevin Boss in this game as he had a good game against the Eagles earlier this season.

2. Chargers @ Cowboys - The same goes for this match up. Phillip Rivers and Tony Romo are primed for big games. I am not a huge fan of LT this week, but do love Gates and Vince Jackson. Please forget about both defenses and look for Miles Austin to have a 3rd straight big game.

3. Seahawks @ Texans - The Seahawks are 1-5 on the road this season. Forget about that this week. They may not win, but they'll put up some fantasy points. Jim Mora Jr. continues using Julius Jones (I don't know why) so don't expect too much for Justin Forsett. You can look to his usual TJ Housh and Nate Burelson though. What ever you do stay away from John Carlson. He's like fantasy poison. On the other side, I think Matt Schaub will be fine. The Seahawks give a ton of yards up in the air so both Andre Johnson and Kevin Walter should have double digit fantasy games.

Put em' in the lineup:

QB - Joe Flacco, Bruce Gradkowski, Matt Moore

Flacco will have an easy double digit game against the Lions. If you play in a deep, deep league and are in need of a QB for some reason, don't feel bad about using Gradkowksi against the Redskins. He's played very well against the Steelers last week with over 300 yards and 3 TD's. I know I am really going out on a limb with this one, but trust me, Matt Moore will have a good game against the Patriots

RB - Jamaal Charles, Quinton Ganther, Sammy Morris

I love Jamaal Charles lately and especially against Bills run defense. Ganther is simply a better back than Rock Cartwright and he'll get more touches. Sammy Morris will get more carries than Maroney as the Pats need a more straight forward runner against the Panthers defense.

WR - Robert Meachem, Steve Smith (CAR)

Robert Meachem has turned himself into a must 3rd WR start every week with his play. I love the original Steve Smith against the struggling Patriots defense.

TE- JerMichael Finley, Jason Witten

Finley looked fantastic last week hauling in 7 catches and a touchdown. Look for him to finish the season strong. Yes, we did have a Jason Witten sighting last week. I've always been a fan and look for him to continue to help that Dallas offense down the stretch.

DEF - Jets, Cardinals

I love the Jets defense against Tampa Bay this weekend. Same thing goes for the Cardinals. Did you see the way they played on Monday night? There will be no letdown this week.

Make em' ride the bench:

QB - Jay Cutler, Kellen Clemens

I really don't like Jay Cutler, especially in big games. Don't trust Kellen Clemens. The Bucs defense isn't that bad.

RB - Lawrence Maroney, Brandon Jacobs, Justin Forsett

We all know I am not a big fan of Maroney. Like I said above, I just expect his touches to be reduced with Sammy Morris on the field as well. Last week was not something you should expect from Brandon Jacobs. Don't start him against Philly. I know I will not. I really like Forsett, I just don't think he'll get enough touches to warrant a start.

WR - Sam Aiken, Antonio Bryant

Aiken has looked pretty good lately, but look for a heavy dose of Wes Welker tomorrow. Antonio Bryant meet Darelle Revis. Expect to be shut down.

TE- Benjamin Watson, John Carlson

Is Watson even on this team anymore? Where have you gone John Carlson? Apparently to the waiver wire.

DEF - Patriots, Broncos

Do you get a theme from me this week. Don't get me wrong, the Patriots will win this game, but I think it'll be a lot closer than you think. I just don't trust the defense at all. It's not that I don't like the Broncos, I just don't like their defense taking on the Colts

Good luck with the Playoffs