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Panthers vs Chargers
I wouldn't say this is a bad matchup, but I think it would had drawn more interest a few years ago with Netwon and Rivers as the quarterbacks squaring off. Either way, this should be a competitive game. The Panthers had a rough off-season, as they are looking to rebulid. So you can't expect too much from them, but Bridgewater has looked better than I expected him to through two weeks. However, they still are winless. The lackluster defense and lack of weapons (With their star running back) in the Carolina really gives this team a low ceiling.
The Chargers looked great in week 2 lost vs KC, as their young QB throw for over 300 yards in his debut. He will get the start again, as Taylor is stil recovering from that screw up by the team's doctor. I think this week will be a lot easier for the young singal caller (Justin Heribert) vs an below average Carolina defense.
Prediction - Heribert will lead the Chargers to a week 3 win and grab his first NFL win over the Carolina Panthers!
Jets vs Colts
I am not very high on the Jets this season and I personally don't have a lot of faith in Sam Darnold to lead the Jets to much success. It not all his faith, this organzation has failed Darnold and they did so before he even stepped on the field as a rookie. And they have contuined to do so by not getting him a better supporting cast around him and a better coaching staff around him. That's the difference between Same Darnold and a guy like Josh Allen. Besides a weak supporting cast, the Jets really don't have a lot going for them. The offensive line isn't great and the defense is worse than it was a year ago.
The Colts really could make a deep run with Phillip Rivers as their quarterback here in 2020 and it is not a about No,17, though. The Colts have a pretty good running game (even without Mack) with maybe the best offensive line in football and feature a scary defense that is very capable of taking a game over. Especially here in week 3, as the Jets are basically ranked dead last in every important offensive category!
Prediction - I don't think this game is that close and Colts beat the Jets worse than they beat the Vikings in week 2. Colts by a lot in this one!
Cowboys vs Seahawks
I am not a fan of either of these teams (like at all), but I think this will be the best game of day! Both teams have a lot to prove and this might be the measuring stick for both teams early in the 2020 season. A lot of people are still doubting the Cowboys and you can see why, too. They lost to a very good Rams' team and had to make a epic comeback vs a explosive Falcons' offense. If they can beat the Seahawks, then I think it will leave no doubt in anyone's mind. With a offense that features Dak, Zeke, Cooper and Gallup, I don't think this team should struggle putting up points. Especially considering the Seahawks have given up over 30 points in their first two games.
Seahawks have a chance to to put to bed any doubts anyone have about them not being the best team in the NFC. Through two weeks, I think this is the best team in the NFC and maybe the whole NFL. Even though, there are some very strong AFC teams, too. Russell Wilson will always keep the Seahawks in a game and Carroll always have a solid gameplan for Wilson to use. Not too much to say about the Seahawks, other than you pretty much know what you are getting this team on a weekly basis. They are just a really solid football team.
Prediction - It's a really close game, but Cowboys get the upset and shake up the NFC.
Lions vs Cardinals
The Lions looked good for three quarters vs the Bears, then they fell apart. The Lions looked good for the first quarter vs the Packers, then they got took to the woodshed. See a trend? They haven't been able to bulid on good starts. The Lions need to finish! I believe they are a lot better than what their record shows, but they have another tough game on Sunday. I will give them a pass on last weekend's game vs the Packers, though. The Packers' offense has been awesome to start the year. The Cardinals aren't as explosive as the Packers, but they will be a problem for this really banged up Lions' defense.
Cardinals have been impressive through two weeks. In week 1, they came back and beat the 49ers. In week 2, they beat down a underrated Washington team. Not saying that Washington is good, but they aren't quite as horrible as we all thought. The Cardinals offense goes through Kyler Murray and I personally think is the next great quarterback in this league. He might be my favorite quarterback to watch, not named Aaron Rodgers. Murray is just so interesting on how style of play. I wouldn't say that he is Russell Wilson, but has more Lamar Jackson in him. It doesn't hurt that he has some really nice weapons around him, too!
Prediction - Lions will keep it closer than it should b, but I think the Cardinals will be too much for the Lions and Murray has a big day vs the Lions' banged up secondary!
Bucs vs Broncos
Brady hasn't been great in his first two games, but he was good enough in week 2 to get the win for the Bucs. I am not sold on Brady and the Bucs. But he looked really good in week 2 in the first half, but then he really fell off in the second half. Carolina actually got back into that game and start to make Brady Nation worry a little. This week, i am expecting another win from the Bucs vs a okay Denver team. Injuries have hit key players on this Broncos' team that really makes this less than exciting game. I think the Bucs are the better team here and have a lot more talent to work with, too.
Prediction - Broncos have done a good job of collecting good talent on offense, but injuries really have taken a toll on them. They are without their star pass rush, starting quarterback and top wide reciever. Those losses will be too much for them to overcome and the Bucs will get another win!
Packers vs Saints
This will be a strange Sunday night game between Aaron Rodgers and Drew Brees! As both teams will be without their star wide receiver (Thomas for Saints and likely Adams for the Packers). Both players are so important to each team. The Saints struggled last Monday night and I really wonder how much it has to do with no Michael Thomas. The Packers were able to move the ball vs the Lions without Adams. However, the Saints have a lot better defense than the Lions do. I think the Saints need to get the ball out fast vs this Packers' defense for long drives and play keep Rodgers on the sidelines. In the first two weeks, the Packers' offense has lived off long drives and the Saints can't afford to let that happen. If they do, then I don't think they can beat this Packers' team.
Saints are considered the favorite entering this game, but I think the Packers are the better team in this one. I just can't see the Saints slowing down a locked in Aaron Rodgers. He has complete command of this offense and more than enough weapons to score a lot of points. If the Saints play like they did vs the Raiders, this game is gonna be ugly. The Packers are better than the Raiders and I don't think that's a debate.
Prediction - I think Saints will struggle again without Michael Thomas and they will take another loss. The Packers will become 3-0 on the season and get some respect finally!
Chiefs vs Ravens
This will probably be the best game of week 3 and might not be close. These are the best two teams in the AFC and then there's a gap. Two young QBs whom both have MVP awards next to their names. This game also features two of the most explosive offenses in the entire NFL. The Ravens have been more impressive then the Cheifs in the first two weeks. Kansas City have had closer games, while the Ravens have pretty much blown out their opponents. I am expecting a pretty high scoring game between these two teams and it will probbaly come down to the final to minutes before a winner is actually decided. If you were gonna watch one game in week 3, then this might be it!
Prediction - Next to impossible to predict, but I am going with the home team on this one. The Ravens have looked better in their first two games and features the better defense overall. I also believe that Kansas city is a better home team than away team.
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