Bryant In The Big Easy
The last time we saw Dez Bryant in football was wearing the blue star in Dallas. The wideout has been out of football for over 10 months and as of November 7th, 2018, he has a job in New Orleans. Pending a physical of course. Obstructions aside, Bryant's numbers for 2017 are: 69 receptions, 838 yards receiving, for six touchdowns. Not bad numbers.
Overall, its a 1-year deal with the salary not specified. The addition would pit him with the likes of Michael Thomas, Tre'Quan Smith, Alvin Kamara, and Tedd Ginn. Quite a versatile offense that the Saints would get. Assuming Bryant puts up numbers like he did last season, the Saints are going to be very dangerous past January. Overall good move by the Saints, don't want to risk it all with a long-term deal with him.
Playoff Picture (Week 10):
AFC:
1st seed: Kansas City (8-1)
2nd seed: New England (7-2)
3rd seed: Pittsburgh (5-2-1)
4th seed: Houston (6-3)
5th seed: LA Chargers (6-2)
6th seed: Cincinnati (5-3)
Wild Card:
Cincinnati @ Steelers
LA Chargers @ Houston
In the hunt:
Miami (5-4)
Tennessee (4-4)
Baltimore (4-5)
Indianapolis (3-5)
Jacksonville (3-5)
NY Jets (3-6)
Denver (3-6)
Cleveland (2-6-1)
Buffalo (2-7)
Oakland (1-7)
NFC:
1st seed: LA Rams (8-1)
2nd seed: New Orleans (7-1)
3rd seed: Chicago (5-3)
4th seed: Washington (5-3)
5th seed: Carolina (6-2)
6th seed: Minnesota (5-3-1)
Wildcard:
Minnesota @ Chicago
Carolina @ Washington
In the hunt:
Atlanta (4-4)
Seattle (4-4)
Philadelphia (4-4)
Green Bay (3-4-1)
Tampa Bay (3-5)
Dallas (3-5)
Detroit (3-5)
Arizona (2-6)
San Francisco (2-7)
NY Giants (1-7)
Some things to keep an eye on is that New England holds the tiebreaker against Kansas City so should the Chiefs falter then New England could be the #1 seed. As well as the Saints holding the tiebreaker against the Rams since they beat them last Sunday. Rams are ahead based on overall record.
Cool video of the week:
This week's cool video of the week is a throwback. The musician, Prince, would perform the Super Bowl XLI halftime show. It was really cool to watch it while watching the Super Bowl back in 2007. I still get goosebumps watching it. So here's this week's cool video of the week, enjoy!
The Picks!
Week 10 in the National Football League begins in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and ends in Santa Clara, California. The Minnesota Vikings, Houston Texans, Baltimore Ravens, and Denver Broncos are on bye week. There will be a Thursday night game, eight early games, three late games, a Sunday night game, and a Monday night game. CBS will have the doubleheader, while FOX will have the single, regional game. Let's get to the picks!
Both teams picked up wins last week as the Panthers beat the Buccaneers and the Steelers beat the Ravens. A good matchup to start the week off. The game has two great offenses that can play solid defense. The game will come down to whether or not Cam Newton & company can keep up with the Steelers offense. I feel safe with the home team. Then again I have been wrong before (stupid Raiders for losing last week).
Arizona (2-6) @ Kansas City (8-1) (CBS): TW: Chiefs, CV: Chiefs
The Cardinals were on a bye and the Chiefs beat the Browns last week. The game is really a lopsided affair with the two teams in different directions. Still if the Cardinals were to upset the Chiefs at home it would be a worthy win. They would have to play mistake-free football on offense and take advantage of turnovers on defense. Hard formula but chances are leaning on the Chiefs to win. I'll play it safe.
Buffalo (2-7) @ NY Jets (3-6) (CBS): TW: Jets, CV: Jets
Both teams took losses last week as the Bills lost to the Bears and the Jets to the Dolphins. Sam Darnold will be out of the starting lineup for the game, thus the Jets will place their hopes on Josh McCown to get them a win. I feel if McCown can stay on target with his receivers and running backs then the Jets can get a win. Bills defense is no slouch either.
Jacksonville (3-5) @ Indianapolis (3-5) (CBS): TW: Jaguars, CV: Colts
Both teams were on a bye last week. The Jaguars have fallen off the roof for the better part of the year and if they want to get back to the postseason, then this game is a must-win for them. The Colts could get the win as they are better on offense, but the Jaguars defense is still top notch in the league. Just maybe the Jaguars won't let me down.
New England (7-2) @ Tennessee (4-4) (CBS): TW: Patriots, CV: Patriots
Both teams got the win last week as the Patriots beat the Packers and the Titans beat the Cowboys. The Patriots look to stay on a roll as the season continues. The game could very well be a trap game for the Patriots as the Titans defense is ranked 8th overall. If the Titans offense can play like last week, then the Patriots could be in a tough game to win. I trust Belichek & company to win a road game against an underrated team.
New Orleans (7-1) @ Cincinnati (5-3) (FOX): TW: Saints, CV: Saints
The Saints got a win against the Rams and the Bengals were on a bye last week. The game features two good passing offenses, though one can argue that the Saints are the better of the two. I feel it will come down to which defense can stop the most. The Bengals defense is ranked 32nd overall, 32nd in passing defense. Not good odds for a team that looks to keep up in the AFC North.
Washington (5-3) @ Tampa Bay (3-5) (FOX): TW: Buccaneers, CV: Redskins
Both teams took losses last week as the Redskins lost to the Falcons and the Buccaneers to the Panthers. The game is not really that good as the Buccaneers are terrible on run offense and defense and the Redskins pass offense is terrible as well. I'll take the home team but it should be a close game. Kind of a toss-up game.
Atlanta (4-4) @ Cleveland (2-6-1) (FOX): TW: Falcons, CV: Falcons
The Falcons got a win against the Redskins and the Browns lost to the Chiefs last week. The Browns played with quite a bit of heart last week despite firing their head coach within the same week. Could they do the same against a hot Falcons team? I don't have faith in them as the Falcons on offense are well built on both run and pass. If the Browns can play a less-mistake game and come up with a few turnovers without shooting themselves in the foot, they might have a chance. I'll take the hot team in Atlanta.
Detroit (3-5) @ Chicago (5-3) (FOX): TW: Bears, CV: Bears
The Lions lost to the Vikings and the Bears beat the Bills last week. The Lions are floundering while the Bears look to stay on top in the NFC North. The Lions are going to face an uphill battle as the Bears are pretty good on both sides of the ball. For the Bears, it's a crucial stretch as they have three divisional games in 12 days. Look to the Bears to get pressure on their opponents and cause turnovers.
LA Chargers (6-2) @ Oakland (1-7) (FOX): TW: Chargers, CV: Chargers
The Chargers got a win against the Seahawks and the Raiders lost to the 49ers. The rivalry between these two has been burning dim for a few years and this game will matter a bit more as it is a rivalry, divisional game. The chances of the Raiders pulling off a win though are fairly slim as they continue to begin the mother of all rebuilds. The Chargers will need to get a win to stay with the AFC West. Go Bolts!
Miami (5-4) @ Green Bay (3-4-1) (CBS): TW: Packers, CV: Packers
The Dolphins got a win against the Jets and the Packers lost to the Patriots last week. The Packers defense will need to step up in another must-win game to stay with the Bears and Vikings. The Dolphins can get a win if they can take advantage of certain matchups in the Packers secondary and can run the ball well. If they can pressure Aaron Rodgers they can get a win. I'm hoping for a Packer victory as they are my team.
Seattle (4-4) @ LA Rams (8-1) (CBS): TW: Rams, CV: Rams
Both teams took losses last week as the Seahawks lost to the Chargers and the Rams to the Saints. The league is based on how well you can come back from a loss, and all eyes will be fixed on the Rams to see if they can recover from their loss to the Saints. Overall I still like the Rams in the matchup and if they can pressure Russell Wilson and the Seahawks offense then they have a good chance to win. If the Seahawks can look to keep the Rams offense off the field then they got a chance as well. I'll take LA.
Dallas (3-5) @ Philadelphia (4-4) (NBC): TW: Eagles, CV: Cowboys
The Cowboys took a loss last week against the Titans and the Eagles were on a bye. The Eagles will look to take advantage of an NFC East that is ripe for the taking. The Cowboys haven't made the playoffs with a 3-5 record and I can't trust the 'Boys. Carson Wentz and the Eagles offense are refreshed and the defense healed up a bit. The game is in Philadelphia and I trust the Eagles in the game.
NY Giants (1-7) @ San Francisco (2-7) (ESPN): TW: 49ers, CV: 49ers
The Giants were on a bye week and the 49ers beat the Raiders. The week finishes off with two teams that haven't had great seasons and the two teams would need to get a win to stay somewhat respectable. I'm going with the 49ers based on Nick Mullens momentum and that the 49ers defense can be underrated if they can get pressure on Eli Manning. I don't see the Giants getting a win.
Local TV Schedule (courtesy of 506sports.com, subject to change)
CBS Early:
New England @ Tennessee
Ian Eagle, Dan Fouts
CBS Late:
Miami @ Green Bay
Kevin Harlan, Rich Gannon
FOX Single:
Detroit @ Chicago
Chris Meyers, Daryl Johnston
For more info on which game is played in your area, check out: NFL Maps: Week 10
Records:
2018:
Week 1: 10-5-1
Week 2: 6-9-1
Week 3: 8-8
Week 4: 12-3
Week 5: 6-9
Week 6: 10-5
Week 7: 10-4
Week 8: 11-3
Week 9: 9-4:
Overall: 82-50-2
Cardinal Viking
2018:
Week 1: 8-7-1
Week 2: 9-6-1
Week 3: 5-11
Week 4: 9-6
Week 5: 9-6
Week 6: 6-9
Week 7: 12-2
Week 8: 10-4
Week 9: 8-5
Overall: 76-56-2
See you guys on Monday for the recap. Enjoy your weekend, and enjoy the games!
-Tom
EDIT #1: Included Cardinal Viking's picks.
EDIT #1: Included Cardinal Viking's picks.
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