Yankees Lose Game #2; CFB Schedule Heats Up; TNF is Pathetic
Thursday Night Football
Jeff Bezos is probably very unhappy with the product he’s getting and last night was an absolute stinker between the Washington Commanders and the Chicago Bears. A whole 19 points were scored between the two of them, and it was just really bad. They are in the conversation for worst teams in the league, so there’s that.
Both the Bears and Commanders don’t appear to be getting any better in the near future. Both organizations are poorly run, and holding out hope for improvement is a dicey bet. Justin Fields has no support and his talent is being wasted in Chicago. They aren’t schemeing for his mobility, his receivers just drop good throws, or fumble, like last week. These franchises need to let these young QBs grow and build around them, but bad franchises sometimes can’t be fixed
The Commanders are still owned by Dan Synder, so we don’t have to say much more than that. The stadium is a dump, the team is terrible, and he has a MOUNTAIN of debt that the NFL has to make a decision on soon. He probably won’t get run out of town yet, but the fanbase wouldn’t cry if he did.
NFL Week #7 Preview
Ravens at Giants - Baltimore is favored by 5.5, but something has to give. The G-Men run the ball extremely well, and the Raven’s rush defense is not good. Wink is going to put pressure on Lamar, so he’s going to have to make quick decisions.It’s an odd game, but we both expect Baltimore to win, but not cover, because they never cover.
49ers at Falcons - Jimmy G had a good game last week against Carolina, and the run game is starting to pick up. The Falcons are just not good, and WASTING Kyle Pitts!! We’re taking the 49ers here to win and cover
Browns at Patriots - The Patriots defense was stellar last week. The Browns are not good, but Chubb is lighting it up. QB is up in the air for the Pats, Jones or Zappe, neither is a great choice. We’re honestly both just taking the over - doesn’t matter who wins.
Jets at Packers - GB is favored by 7.5, but that seems like a stretch this year. They have been struggling and need a win at home here. Historically this bodes well for GB, but the Jets are riding a wave. We’re both taking GB and the points here.
Jags at Colts - Jags won the first meeting. The Colts need J. Taylor to get going, desperately!! The O-Line is absolutely terrible which is killing his production, and ultimately the team. This is another terrible game for a pick, just take the under!
Bills at Chiefs - This one has been highlighted since the schedules were released, and is a blockbuster game for the NFL. These are arguably the two best QBs in the NFL and the BIlls want some revenge on KC. Mahomes is the underdog so the pressure is on him. Start everyone, bet the Over, this is going to be fun!! We’re taking Josh Allen
Vikings at Dolphins - Vikings favored by 3. Dalvin Cook is BACK! The Dolphins are still Tua-less so the ceiling is still low, comparatively, at this point. Start your Vikings & their Defense. We’re both taking Minnesota here.
Bengals at Saints - The Bengals are favored and that makes sense. The Saints aren’t very good. Andy Dalton will get a shot at his old squad, so that’s neat. The New Orleans defense is NOT good, so Burrow could have a day. The Saints also have a lot of injury woes so it’s not looking good. We’re taking the Bengals.
Bucs at Steelers - Tampa is favored by 9.5, and this definitely makes sense. The Steelers are not good, and the defense holds the brunt of it. They are missing 6 starters, not including T.J. Watt. The Bucs walk this one home, easily.
Panthers at Rams - Rams are favored by 10. Cam Akers is “taking personal time” so they’re getting rid of him. The Panthers are in PJ Walker land so they could cover. The Rams are still struggling, but should win this matchup. We agree on the Rams.
Cowboys at Eagles - The pressure is on Philly, who are currently undefeated. The Dallas defense is very good, so this is a test for Hurts and this offense. This game is a statement for both squads. Start your Eagles, and the Dallas D. We’re taking Philly here.
Cardinals at Seahawks - Geno Smith is ON FIRE!!!! The defense is not good, but the Seahawks can score points. The Cardinals are still confusing. Kyler Murray needs to be let loose, to pass or fail. We’re taking the Seahawks.
Broncos at Chargers - Russell Wilson on Primetime = No Cover. He’s awful at night, and it’s almost laughable. The Chargers are rolling after a big injury for them. Herbert has been putting up numbers, but Denver has a great defense. We’re taking the Chargers.
MLB Divisional Series Preview
NY Yankees vs. CLE Guardians - The Yankees lost at home, in extras to the youngest team in baseball in the Cleveland Guardians. Is it panic time for the Yankees? It’s possible because Judge is slumping and that’s a major concern. The Guardians have a great pitching staff so this is a winnable series for Cleveland from an outsider’s perspective.
Tomorrow sees McKenzie v. Severino and seems to lean towards Cleveland with Severino’s inconsistency over the course of the year. The Yankees need to get in gear or they could get knocked out in short order
PHL Phillies vs. ATL Braves - The Braves took a beating last night and the Phillies look locked in at the plate down the lineup. 9-1 is a serious scoreline for a MLB playoff game. This is a fun series because both teams are loaded with talent and fun to watch, but the Phillies have a lot of momentum and feel good spirit around them at the moment, and Atlanta doesn’t feel as dominant as last year.
Charlie Morton is setting up to go tomorrow for the Braves in what looks like an elimination game. Grab a ticket if you can!
HOU Astros vs. SEA Mariners - Yordan Alvarez is going to live in Mariners fans’ heads because he tormented them all season. Seattle played a nearly perfect Game #1, and got crushed in the 8th. Then the next night, he does it again to put the dagger in them. Seattle is dead in this series, according to Tom; Chris isn’t so easily convinced.
Seattle hit the buzzsaw, and they better get used to it because that’s a division nightmare for them for the foreseeable future!
LA Dodgers vs. SD Padres - tonight is Snell vs. Gonsolin; both can be inconsistent so it’s hard to pick what’s going to happen. The Padres’ pitching has been working hard but are holding the line well, but they can be inconsistent from Starter to Closer. The Dodgers’ pitching has been equally inconsistent, but they’ve just been dog-walking teams so it hasn’t mattered. The Padres can really pull out an upset in this series if the lineup stays hot. Both teams are loaded with stars, but it just feels like the Padres’ stars are ready to break!
Dodgers’ pitching will decide the outcome of this series; and we think it could be bad for them!
CFB Week #7 Preview
#10 Penn St. vs. #5 Michigan - Both squads are undefeated so this should be a great Big 10 game for a noon kickoff. Michigan is favored by 7, and they’ve been tossing the ball around quite impressively with JJ McCarthy. Harbaugh made that decision in Week #2 and hasn’t looked back.
Penn St. boasts two fantastic RBs (out of 4 who can really tote the rock) who are leading the offense with a combined 9 touchdowns between them, Singleton and Allen. This will be a statement game for both squads, and a measuring stick for each of them with looks at knocking off Ohio St.
The first game of the weekend may be the most consequential!
#3 Alabama vs #6 Tennessee - Probably the marquee matchup of the weekend. Bryce Young is questionable. Tennessee’s offense is REALLY good, and the Alabama defense had some struggles last week against Texas A&M that isn’t even close. If Hendon Hooker balls out, this could be the one that books his trip to NY for the Heisman ceremony, that he won’t win.
This feels like a trap, and Alabama could just remind everybody who they are but Tennessee could also put a stamp on their legitimacy in the CFB picture.
#12 USC vs. #20 Utah - Caleb Williams is possibly the best college QB outside of CJ Stroud. USC is putting up a ton of points, and letting up a ton of yards but the show is entertaining, but the Defense is nicking turnovers in timely fashion. Ride the USC train. Utah isn’t that good!