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Indianapolis (-6) at Jacksonville
As I've said before, last week notwithstanding, I think the Jags have quit. Moreover, the Colts are the hottest team in football. I don't see this one being very close.

Baltimore (+5) at Dallas
Dallas' offense is still not firing on all cylinders and Ray Lewis has the Ravens flying to the ball. The Cowboys might win this game, but Baltimore will make it very, very close.

New Orleans (-7) at Detroit
The Saints have been a very difficult team to handicap this year. For the most part, the offense has played well, but the defense has been a crapshoot. However, I can't bring myself to take the Lions against anyone.

Pittsburgh (-1.5) at Tennessee
Obviously, this is one of a few big games this week, and I might feel better about the Titans chances if Albert Haynesworth was playing. I know Jeff Fisher's squad has some very capable backups, but Haynesworth is the most valuable defensive player in the league and the Steelers will exploit it.

Miami (-3.5) at Kansas City
When you look back at the final scores from Dolphins' games this year, it appears as though Miami is playing down to their competition. But, they keep winning and I think they can smell the postseason.

Arizona at New England (-7.5)
The Cards are 0-4 on their trips to the east coast this year and are giving up almost 40 points per in those games. Kind of makes you wonder if the defense is getting through airport security.

San Francisco (-5) at St. Louis
This one was hard...no, seriously. The probable absence of Frank Gore leads me to believe that points will be hard to some by for the 49ers, but their defense has been impressive.

San Diego at Tampa Bay (-3)
Over the years, the Bucs have struggled against teams with physical running games, which explains their recent losses to Carolina and Atlanta. However, the Chargers don't have that kind of attack, and I like Tampa Bay to inch closer to a playoff berth.

Cincinnati at Cleveland (-3)
Does anyone care why? If you do, email me, and then I'll waste my breath?

New York Jets at Seattle (+5)
The Jets are the Bizarro-Cardinals - they can't win when they go west. They've been outscored 88-56 in three games, which doesn't sound too bad....until you realize it's against teams that are a combined 14-28.

Houston (-7) at Oakland
Right now, I think the Texans could beat any team in the league. And believe it or not, that still includes the Raiders.

Buffalo at Denver (-6.5)
Plain and simple, Marshawn Lynch's rib injury bothers me more than the Broncos' inconsistency.

Atlanta at Minnesota (-3)
The Falcons' dream season comes to an end as they run into the Vikings' impressive run defense. Minnesota will force Matt Ryan to win the game and I just don't see him having much success.

Philadelphia (-4.5) at Washington
After losing to the Bengals last week, there's no doubt in my mind that Jim Zorn's team is done. As a matter of fact, so is he.

Carolina at New York Giants (-3)
I very well might regret this one, but I like the Giants for three reasons: 1. Brandon Jacobs will be back. 2. I don't think the Panthers can bring the pressure with their front seven like the Cowboys did last week. 3. New York is getting tired of hearing about their "demise."

Green Bay at Chicago (-4)
The Bears haven't done much to impress me this year, but the Packers have done even less. I feel bad for Aaron Rodgers, because history and Brett Favre fans will blame him for the setback from their 13-3 2007 season. However, I would say he's one of the only bright spots on one of the most disappointing teams of 2008.

Last Week: 6-8-2
Season: 115-104-5