NFL Week 3 Preview/Predictions

 

 

Hello, all. Welcome to our preview for Week 3 of the 2016 NFL Season. The graphic above, coutrasey of my cousin Bradley William Stewart, is pretty self explainitory, so let's get into why we think what we think. If you're wondering why I did not write about why the Eagles would beat the Steelers in this article, I have a seperate post planned for that in the coming hours. 

First place Baltimore Ravens?

Ravens (2-0) at Jags (0-2) 
Joe: I think so. The Ravens were a stepchild to the Steelers and Bengals coming into the season, but if they beat Jacksonville, which I think they will, and Philly beats Pittsburgh (I think they will), the dirty birds will sit all alone at the top of the AFC North. Jacksonville has gotten off to a horrid start, and I don't think Baltimore's solid defense will make life any easier for Blake Bortles and the boys. Jacksonville, you will continue to disappoint me.

Jeff: Another close game, but the Ravens have found ways to win in the past and I think it will happen again.

Ravens 24, Jags 10

Captial Punishment 
Redskins (0-2) at Giants (2-0)

Joe: As I have mentioned before on this blog, I do not like the New York Giants, which is why it pains me to say that there is a high chance that they start out the 2016 season 3-0. Washington stinks, and as much as I don't like Odell Beckham Jr., I expect him to torch Josh Norman at least once. The Giants are better than the Redskins, and they are at home, so expect the G-men to be 3-0.

Giants 35, Redskins 20

Jeff: Redskins- This might be one of the best games of the week, but I see Kirk Cousins leading a game winning drive in the final minutes.


This would have been enjoyable in the 1960s 
Lions (1-1) at Packers (1-1)

Joe: Yes, there was a time when both of these NFC North foes were elite NFL franchises. Well, at least one of those teams still is. Aaron Rodgers is coming off a disappointing loss at Minnesota, and he is pissed. The woeful Lions defense will feel the wrath of A-Rod, and the pack will roll.
Packers 34, Lions 14

Jeff: Packers- No brainer

Who the hell cares
Browns (0-2) at Dolphins (0-2)
Whatever I predicted on the graphic, that's what I predicted. I don't care enough about this crap to explain myself.

The ''game that won't suck'' game of the week
Vikings (2-0) at Panthers (1-0)

Joe: This will be a fun game to watch, but what I feel will be the difference is the play of the two quarterbacks. Cam Newton is a beast, and Sam Bradford, at this point, is still nothing special. I think that Newton will significantly outplay Bradford, and with the loss of Adrian Peterson, the Vikings will have no stud running back in which to turn. The Panthers being at home doesn't hurt, either.
Panthers 30, Vikings 21

Panthers- The Panthers have struggled in the second half this year but I look for that to end this week. All the Vikings can do is pass with AP out, so opposing defenses won't have to stack the box.
This game won't suck, either 
Broncos (2-0) at Bengals (1-1) 

Joe: These two teams are experiencing conflicting emotions. The Broncos are flying high after putting on a defensive clinic against Andrew Luck and the Colts, while the Bengals are pretty peeved after a bitter defeat at the hands of the hated Steelers. Because of this, I think Cincy will be focused and ready to go at Paul Brown Stadium on Sunday. I also believe that Trevor Siemian will have a rough afternoon vs. the Bengals defense, as he still has some learning to do in this league. Denver is bound to experience a reality check at some point, and Andy Dalton will be the man to give them the first one of the season.

Jeff:  Cincy can't lose two in a row if they want to try and get ahead of the steelers in the AFC North race. They won't lose to the Broncos in a close game.

Bengals 24, Broncos 14

Rex on the way out?
Bills (0-2) at Cardinals (2-1)

Joe: Sorry, Bills fans. The firing of offensive cooridnater Greg Roman will not solve your problems. With every loss, Rex Ryan takes one step closer to the door. Arizona will only add to Rex's misery, because they are a good team.

Jeff: The Cardinals have one of the best offenses in football. Arizona has eteran QB and WR, as well as one of the best RB's in the game. All of this talent going against the Bills? Easy win for the Cards.

Cards 38, Bills 21

Meaningless, but exciting
Raiders (1-1) at Titans (1-1)

Joe: Derek Carr vs. Marcus Mariota. That is an exciting QB matchup, but at the same time, there is a very high chance that neither of these teams makes the playoffs. There seems to be one game each week that is between two teams that are not in the NFL's elite, but nonetheless, still makes for an exciting contest, and I think Raiders-Titans will be that matchup this week. The AC/DC combination of Amari Cooper and Derek Carr will prove to be too much for Dick LeBeau's defense, and Oakland will win a thriller because I feel that their young, exciting offense will prevail.

Jeff: Raiders- Derek Carr has been dominant, and I look for that to continue vs the Titans

Raiders 35, Titans 31

Let's not kid ourselves
Rams (1-1) at Bucs (1-1)

Joe: Yes, the Rams beat the Seahawks. But they still have a lot of problems, while Tampa is still a team on the rise inspite of them getting embarssed in the desert on Sunday. Jameis Winston is still very good, and Case Kennum is not.

Bucs 35, Rams 14

Jeff- I think that Tampa may have a super bowl contending team if the right things happen. This is a must win and I think they will win
Let's not kid ourselves Part II
49ers (1-1) at Seahawks (1-1)

Joe: ''Hey, the 49ers beat the Rams, and the Rams beat the Seahawks, so that means the 49ers can beat the Seahawks, right?'' No. That's not how it works. The Seahawks are not dead yet, and they are hungry after getting clowned in LA last week. The 49ers will feel the wrath of the 12th man.

Jeff: Seattle's d will crush everyone including Colin Kaepernick who is sitting on the bench because he is a terrible QB and person in general

Seahawks 28, 49ers 7

The '"AFL throwback'' game of the week
Jets (1-1) at Chiefs (1-1)

Joe: KC has not looked impressive in their first two games, and frankly should be 0-2. The Jets, on the other hand, could easily be 2-0, so I don't think anyone could argue that NYJ has been better to start the season. However, Arrowhead Stadium is a rocking joint, and the Chiefs are a night/day different team at home. Matt Forte and Brandon Marshall will both have a drop off from week 2 in Buffalo, and the Jets will overall be a little flat compared to what they were in week's one and 2. The Chiefs will come out firing, and a late NYJ rally will stall to seal the win for KC.

Chiefs 24, Jets 17

Jeff- These two teams are evenly matched. Enjoy this close game, but I think the Jets will get the upper hand towards the end.


Arnold will be disappointed 
Colts (0-2) at Chargers (1-1)

Joe: As awful as Indy has been through 2 weeks, they are too talented to start out 0-3. As for San Diego, thier shalaccking of Jacksonville last week was a bit of a fluke. The Kennen Allen-less Bolts will get a reality check in front of their hometown fans courtasy of Mr. Luck and Mr. Moncrief

Colts 34, Chargers 20

Bring back Faith Hill
Bears (0-2) at Cowboys (1-1)
The Bears are a mess. Dak Prescott is a stud. The Cowboys are fun to watch and fun to write about, and they will have fun beating up on the artists formally known as the ''Monsters of the Midway''.

Jeff: Chargers- I don't like picking the Colts at anytime, . So I have to go with the Chargers here.
Make Monday Night Football Great Again
Falcons (1-1) at Saints (0-2)
The Falcons will win this one, but that's not the point. The point is that Monday Night Football deserves a game between two teams that are actually going somewhere every once in a while. Screw Hank Williams Jr. I just want more good football.