NFL Wildcard Playoffs

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   Michael Willisposted 15 years ago

   We now have all the teams in place for the NFL Playoffs for the Super Bowl.
   AFC= Indianapolis Colts, San Diego Chargers, New England Patriots, Cincinnati Bengals, NY Jets, Baltimore Ravens. 
   NFC= New Orleans Saints, Minnesota Vikings, Dallas Cowboys, Arizona Cardinals, Green Bay Packers, Philadelphia Eagles
   
   This weekend begins the playoffs with the Wildcard Playoff Round.
   
   NY Jets @ Cincinnati
   Philadelphia @ Dallas
   
   Green Bay Packers @ Arizona Cardinals
   Baltimore @ New England
   
   What are your picks for this weekend?
   
   I am taking the NY Jets to once again beat the Cincinnati Bengals. I know Benson will play this time and it is at Cincy, but that defense and running game of the Jets is awesome right now. The Jets defense can take full control of a game.
   
   I am taking Dallas to win for the 3rd time this season over the Eagles. It will be closer than this past weekend. But in the end, Dallas defense will slow down Philly enough. Romo and receivers will get it done.
   
   Green Bay will beat the Cardinals again. Arizona is too up and down. It will be close this time with Warner in the lineup, but GB is the hotter team and playing better defense.
   
   New England/Baltimore--Tough one here. Welker has been placed on IR. Which Baltimore team shows up? Outdoor stadium and haven't seen weather forecast for weekend in Boston, but I see N.E. squeeking this one out.

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   ShaunMastertonposted 15 years ago

   generally agree with u, I pick eagles over Cowboys. i think eagles embarrasing lose to cowboys will inspire them to play much better.

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      jobisterposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      I agree the Eagles over the Cowboys rest of the Picks I am on the same page as you.

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   prettydarkhorseposted 15 years ago

   Dallas for me again

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      Cagsilposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      You're a steelers fan picking the Cowboys? WOW! I wonder what's next? j/k
      
      
      I agree with the OP on picks. I don't think Cinn can NY Jets.
      
      I also don't think the Cardinals have what it takes to beat Green Bay.
      
      I only prefer New England to beat Baltimore for the simple fact I would like to see - New England Vs. Dallas Cowboys in the SuperBowl.
      
      So, I'll leave it at that.

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         prettydarkhorseposted 15 years agoin reply to this

         hey CAGS, am from Dallas hehe, without the Steelers, they are my bet this Sunday

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            Cagsilposted 15 years agoin reply to this

            Oh, okay PDH.

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   Michael Willisposted 15 years ago

   The hardest to pick game I see is the NE/Balt one. I am going with NE based on playoff experience, their coach and Brady. But, Baltimore almost beat them earlier and Welker is out.

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      Ron Montgomeryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      It will be quite a test of the Talent vs. System question.  Is NE's system able to overcome the loss of talent re: Welker's injury.

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         Michael Willisposted 15 years agoin reply to this

         Great point Ron. N.E. does have a unique system in place. I see Welker gone, hurting the passing game. Can the system allow someone like Adleman(not sure of the spelling here) to make similar plays. Brady will have to use all weapons if they advance.

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         wavegirl22posted 15 years agoin reply to this

         and lets not forget Brady is a new daddy . . he can be very sleep deprived. . and doesnt he have a broken finger? or is that a rib>>>
         
         I like to see Beli sweat on the sidelines...
         
         Whats up with the new avatar>>>>>

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      wavegirl22posted 15 years agoin reply to this

      im with you all the way here Michael .. 
      
      what more can i say
      
      Go Cowboys....
      
      I am actually even enjoying all the media on Wade. . .he is growing one me. .
      
      Go Boys!!!

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   Jon TEPposted 15 years ago

   I'd pick Cincy over the Jets, I know the Jets get credit for being on fire, but they have been taking on a lot of back ups, and I just don't see Sanchez taking them that far this year.  Green Bay over Arizona is an easy one (although the Pack would be in trouble without Woodson - I don't think people realize how many games he almost single handedly won because of how good he makes the D), Baltimore over New England (the Welker injury will be too much) and I have no idea on Philadelphia Dallas.  Winning 3 in one season is hard to do, so I'll make a weak pick of Philly based on the "they're due" argument.  Like San Diego to win it all in the AFC and in the NFC, who the heck knows?

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   jellydonut25posted 15 years ago

   Cincy over the Jets. Cincy's defense will play (a lot of guys stayed out last week) and will grind the Jets to a halt. The Jets showed too much last week in their rout of the Bengals. An experienced quarterback gives the Bengals the edge over the rookie.
   
   Patriots over the Ravens. Even with McGahee and Rice having big days, the Ravens struggled against the RAIDERS and my feeling is that it could and WOULD have been very different had Frye not gotten hurt and Gradkowski not already been hurt...The Ravens D is no longer what it was...
   
   Dallas over the Eagles. I really have no other reason than the rout last week...that was disgusting, and in a game that MATTERED!
   
   Green Bay over Arizona. Green Bay is a throwing team and zona's pass D is not its strong suit...It'll be a LOT closer than this past week but Green Bay will win (and people will refuse to give Arizona any respect, which just infuriates me)

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   EYEAM4ANARCHYposted 15 years ago

   I think New England will win pretty easily. Welker will cost them next week.
   
   The other three will be very close with the Cards, Jets, and Eagles winning.

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   Michael Willisposted 15 years ago

   I think no one is choosing Arizona. I don't even. No one last year either but.....?

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      EYEAM4ANARCHYposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      I picked Arizona, but I'd much rather see the Packers eliminate Favre.

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         Michael Willisposted 15 years agoin reply to this

         I see...that would be a very interesting game!

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   Diskobolosposted 15 years ago

   Cincinnati - Sanchez will turn the ball too many times
   
   Dallas - better team in better form
   
   NE - home field + Brady & Belichick
   
   Ari/GB - Cheer for Arizona, but I'm afraid that GB will win

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    Cagsilposted 15 years ago

    Romo can win a game against Brady?
    
    All talk about his ability would be more upbeat.
    
    Instead of them talking about how little he has accomplished since coming into the league, which is B.S. because he has been one of the best passers in the game, among all quarterbacks.
    
    If people are expecting seasoned college rookies to perform, with maximum results, and expect them to finish well, are completely out of their minds.
    
    Romo spent 3 years on the sidelines, learning. He is learning on the fly as well. And, I believe he can be better than any other Cowboy quarterback ever was. His growth this year has been astounding. Now, we will see if he can finish this season better than he has before.
    
    I like his potential, it's awesome. And, I'm going to enjoy watching it unfold.

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       Michael Willisposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       You are right. Romo has really improved this year, especially during the 2nd half of the season. It appears he is more vocal to the other players and starting to take charge.

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    jellydonut25posted 15 years ago

    i think this week's matchups are ALL pretty easy and it's next week's that (at least on paper) look like they have foregone conclusions...

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    drej2522posted 15 years ago

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       wavegirl22posted 15 years agoin reply to this

       i concur drej
       
       i even had a nice date tonight
       
       like must b iooking up
       
       ill take whomever u want!

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    drej2522posted 15 years ago

    hehe wave...
    
    it is a new year and all, anything is possible
    
    I'll take Baltimore in the AFC.
    
    As for the NFC, if I hear Dallas one more time...

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    Kenrick Chatmanposted 15 years ago

    Dallas Cowboys over the Eagles... hopefully.

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    Cagsilposted 15 years ago

    GO COWBOYS!!!!!!!!!!!

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    wavegirl22posted 15 years ago

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       Michael Willisposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Nice!! Way to Go Wave!
       Here is another favorite cheerleader of mine:
       

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          prettydarkhorseposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          OMG, she's hot and big in all, hehe

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             creepyposted 15 years agoin reply to this

             i like the beginning of the camel toe

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          Cagsilposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          That's very nice picture. HOT!

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             Michael Willisposted 15 years agoin reply to this

             I always enjoyed the Cheerleaders at the home games in Dallas.

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                wavegirl22posted 15 years agoin reply to this

                ah leave the cheerleaders out of this .  .he hehe
                
                too bad for all of us girls .. Romo doesnt come out shaking his stuff. .now that would be something to really talk about!

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       Cagsilposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       That's so cool

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          wavegirl22posted 15 years agoin reply to this

          oh what fun it is to play with these things! Glad you liked them . . hehehe
          
          Go Boys!

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    Wayne Orvisburgposted 15 years ago

    I'm agreeing with the only one that matters. GREEN BAY BABY!!

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       Michael Willisposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Green Bay can be a dangerous team in the playoffs. They are playing well in all parts of their game entering the playoffs.

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       wavegirl22posted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Aaron Rodgers  . . you gotta love that he is leading the way. . and I hope that the Packers slaughter the Cards!
       
       But after that  .. it is
       
       Go Cowboys

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          Wayne Orvisburgposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          I'll tell you the same thing I told my friends that are Cowboys friends.
          
          "When the Cowboys get beat, I'll let you root for the Packers too."

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    Cagsilposted 15 years ago

    The Cowboys lose? Think I will simply look toward Baseball for my entertainment.
    
    Football season will be officially over for me.

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    barongrafftposted 15 years ago

    All interesting input.
    
    I'll take Cincy over the Jets, I think the Bengals running game will take over and Sanchez will make a mistake. This is my least favorite game to pick as I could easily see Sanchez shedding his skin and growing right in front of the nation on that stage.
    
    I like Philly over Dallas. I know there are a lot of Cowboys fans out there but stick with me here. It is EXTREMELY difficult to beat a team three times in one season. It would take an exceptional effort by the Cowyboys and I just don't think their secondary can hold up. Philly has too many weapons.
    
    Baltimore over New England. It may be close, but losing Welker was the clincher. I may have picked the Ravens even if Welker played. The New England defense lost 8 starters from last year and has visibly struggled all year long. Plus Baltimore still has a chip on their shoulder from 2007 when they think they should have stopped the Patriots unbeaten season. Baltimore runs the ball, controls the clock beats the Pats in a heavyweight fight.
    
    Green Bay over Arizona. Green Bay has the best tandem of cover corners in the game with Woodson and Harris. I think Raodgers will take care of the ball and they will win on a defensive effort. Low scoring game equals Packers win.  HOWEVER, if they try to get in a shootout with the Cards, it's Arizona. I still like the Pack's defense.

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    kingisposted 15 years ago

    I think Cincy will beat the Jets in close matchup 23-19.  I think Arizona will overtake the Packers 30-27.  I like the Cards because no team can be someone three times in the same season.  The Cowboys will use the home turf to their advantage and defeat the Eagles 31-20.  I like the Patriots over the Ravens in a defensive battle 17-14.

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       EYEAM4ANARCHYposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       This will only be the second time they have played, unless you're counting the preseason.

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    EYEAM4ANARCHYposted 15 years ago

    Contrary to popular opinion, it's not really that difficult to beat a team three times in a season. It's fairly rare because teams don't play each other three times in one season very often and even then you have to win the first two to have the chance, but the team that won the first two games is 12-7 in the third attempt.
    
    Of course, the Cowboys are 0-2 in that situation, Andy Reid as never lost an opening round playoff game, and Dallas has lost about 5 million playoff games in a row since '96.

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       wavegirl22posted 15 years agoin reply to this

       but when was the last time the Boys played like they are looking now?

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          EYEAM4ANARCHYposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          They are playing good enough to get to the Super Bowl right now. The Chargers or Colts would beat them if they did.

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             wavegirl22posted 15 years agoin reply to this

             EYE . . .it may be safer to say that the Chargers or the Colts COULD best them  . . .sorry about your Eagles. .

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                EYEAM4ANARCHYposted 15 years agoin reply to this

                I have very little doubt the Chargers would beat them up and down the field. They could be competitive with the Colts. Safety sucks.

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    Ron Montgomeryposted 15 years ago

    Cowboys look like a juggernaut right now.

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       Cagsilposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Agreed!

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    KingDrewposted 15 years ago

    I'm pulling for Peyton and the Colts.  Hopefully they can win the Super Bowl to make up for not trying to go undefeated during the regular season.

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       Cagsilposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       And I am willing to watch them fail miserably.
       
       GO COWBOYS!!!!!!!!

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    creativeone59posted 15 years ago

    Sorry to burst you alls bubble, but the Big Bad Cowboys ruffled the Eagles feathers yet, again. creativeone59

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       jobisterposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Cowboys won a playoff game, yaay but they'll be going home packing next weekend.
       
       Green Bay vs Arizona game had a very sad ending

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          Kenrick Chatmanposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          Cowboys over the Vikings. Cardinals over the Saints. Then Cowboys over the Cardinals... What are the odds that these events will take place?

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             cosetteposted 15 years agoin reply to this

             that would be great! and if they beat the cowboys, that would be epic! i am in love with Larry Fitzgerald. he's Mr. Positive...

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                Kenrick Chatmanposted 15 years agoin reply to this

                Cardinals over the Cowboys... Yikes!!! I do not hope to relive this nightmare. I remember the 1998 playoff game when the Cardinals defeated the Cowboys 20-7.

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             EYEAM4ANARCHYposted 15 years agoin reply to this

             The Cowboys will beat the Vikings and it might not even be close. The Cards winning depends on whether the pre-week 15 Saints show up or the ones that limped through the last three games. And if they decide to play defense this week.

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                Kenrick Chatmanposted 15 years agoin reply to this

                I like your prediction.

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    prettydarkhorseposted 15 years ago

    oh lets see next weekend, COWBOYS are on HEAT

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    dohn121posted 15 years ago

    I'm a Jets fan until someone punches them in the mouth.  I'd like to see them face off against the Colts in the AFC championships but first they have to beat the Chargers...

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       wavegirl22posted 15 years agoin reply to this

       YEAH BABY .. .it may not be the Giants.  .but you gotta love NY . .we always have a back up plan!!!!!

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          Cagsilposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          Do you have a back up plan when they go packing?

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             wavegirl22posted 15 years agoin reply to this

             yep...like you said the other day .. it is almost time for baseball ... dare i continue that thought?

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                Cagsilposted 15 years agoin reply to this

                

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    Wayne Orvisburgposted 15 years ago

    Finally finished crying over Green Bay's loss. Definitly say the Saints are going down and hopefully so will Minnesota. But hey, my other picks have pretty well been wrong!

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    Williamjordanposted 15 years ago

    charger's are the team to beat

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       Cagsilposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       GO COWBOYS!!!!!!!!!!!

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          Kenrick Chatmanposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          Hopefully Coach Cupcake (what some individuals call Wade Phillips since he is a player’s coach) can state "How Bout Dem Cowboys!!!" while hoisting the Lombardi trophy in the air. I know this may be wishful thinking but a man can dream...

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             Cagsilposted 15 years agoin reply to this

             It's interesting to see that you're already counting them out. Therefore, I won't be surprise, should you end up eating your words. But, thanks for the input.
             
             As stands right now- the Dallas Cowboys are in a better position to walk into Vikings' stadium and do what they did to the Saints.

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                Kenrick Chatmanposted 15 years agoin reply to this

                I hope the Cowboys can win the next three games and acquire their 6th Lombardi trophy. However, I have to take it one week at a time.

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    cosetteposted 15 years ago

    actually i love the Cowboys
    
    but i gotta cheer for my boys. that would be pretty sweet all right...
    
    Saturday.....SQUEE!

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