Week 1 Preview

Aaron Rodgers begins the Packers' quest for the Superbowl at Lambeau Field. 

Patrick Willis and the 49ers, take on the Packers  in Green  Bay. 

Sunday begins the first of many, many glorious Sundays. On Sunday Peyton Manning will throw his first pass in two years. On Sunday Chris Johnson, will try to redeem himself. On Sunday, fantasy football will begin. On Sunday, it will be week 1, finally! And now, here are previews of each game.

Indianapolis Colts at Chicago Bears 
The era of Luck begins for the Colts. Unfortunately, they face one of the best defenses in the NFL. Matt Forte recently signed a new contract, and will be looking to exploit the Colts' defense. In addition, new acquisition Brandon Marshall is reunited with his former Broncos teammate, Jay Cutler. Expect big things to happen for the Bears, not so much for the Colts.
Bears over Colts 

Philadelphia Eagles at Cleveland Browns
Last year, great things were expected for the Eagles. They were expected to reach the Superbowl. They had an amazing team. And then, it just didn't work. This season, the Eagles should do well. Their team is solid, and if things go the right way, they could make a playoff push. For the Browns, it is much different. They are starting a 28 year old rookie, and Heisman finalist Trent Richardson. The Browns are not expected to contend, and won't have much of a factor in this game. It will be a test.
Eagles over Browns 

New England Patriots at Tennessee Titans 
The Superbowl runner-ups begin their quest to reach the big game again in Nashville. The Patriots, who have one of the easiest schedules in the NFL, added another offensive weapon, receiver Brandon Lloyd. Second year back Stevan Ridley, will also look to run a couple of times. This game for the  Titans, is mainly to make sure Johnson is back like he was in 2010, and that Jake Locker can make a good impression. Expect Ryan Mallet to take a few snaps in the fourth quarter, you know when the game is already decided.
Patriots over Titans 

Atlanta Falcons at Kansas City Chiefs 
Jamaal Charles and Tony Moeaki are back. And boy, the Chiefs are glad. The Chiefs could have made a playoff push last year, had it not been for their injuries. Matt Ryan is ready to showcase that he is an elite quarterback. With a choice of weapons that include Julio Jones, Roddy White, and the great Tony Gonzalez, he has the chance. In a very close game, the Chiefs have the advantage, as they are playing at home. And, Charles can explode.
Chiefs over Falcons 

Jacksonville Jaguars at Minnesota Vikings 
MJD's back! That's great news for Jaguars fans, but unfortunately he has not had enough practice to become the primary back just yet. This job falls to Rashad Jennings. The Vikings have some running back problems of their own, as Adrian Peterson is a gametime decision. That leaves Christian Ponder and Percy Harvin. These two can connect for numerous passes, as they did last year. This will probably happen, as MJD's loss, will be too much for the Jaguars.
Vikings over Jaguars 

Washington Redskins at New Orleans Saints 
RG3 vs. Drew Brees. The rookie against the seasoned veteran. The Saints now have another advantage, defensive end Will Smith is back. He won his appeal in the bounty case, and is going to play Sunday. Even worse news for the Redskins, who don't even know who their primary running back is going to be. Expect Brees to have a fantastic game, with tight end Jimmy Graham.
Saints over Redskins 

Buffalo Bills at New York Jets 
Normally, in this matchup of AFC east rivals, the Jets would have the upper hand. Not with the vastly improved Bills defense. With the additions of Mario Williams and Mark Anderson, the Bills are stacked. The Jets on the other hand, have a quarterback problem, and not a big time target. Expect Sanchez and Tebow to get sacked. A lot.
Bills over Jets 

St. Louis Rams at Detroit Lions 
A matchup of the only team to ever go 0-16, against a team that could very well do that same thing this year. The Lions have a solid team, led by Stafford and Megatron, as well as Titus Young and Nate Burleson. Their defense is also great. For the Rams, Steven Jackson is still there, but there's not much else. The Lions could roll all over the Rams.
Lions over Rams 

Miami Dolphins at Houston Texans 
Another team without a big time receiver. The Dolphins do have Davone Bess, but if your number one receiver is owned in just 16.4% of ESPN leagues, you have a problem. The Texans, however, have one of the best Quarterback, Running back, Receiver combinations in Matt Schaub, Arian Foster, and Andre Johnson. Assuming they all can stay healthy, a big assumption, they could make a run for the championship.And this game is a good start.
Texans over Dolphins 

San Francisco 49ers at Green Bay Packers 
The 49ers look great. A fantastic defense, solid running game, and an average passing game. Many people think they could reach the Superbowl. The Packers, have one of, if not the best quarterback in football. Aaron Rodgers has many targets in which to throw. Alex Smith has new acquisition Mario Manningham, Michael Crabtree, and.... Randy Moss. In a game of complete opposites, a great offensive against great defense, offense should prevail. But it will be close.
Packers over 49ers 

Seattle Seahawks at Arizona Cardinals 
The Seahawks are a sleeper team. Russell Wilson could be the next Cam Newton or Michael Vick. And along with Marshawn Lynch, they have a great offense. The Cardinals have Larry Fitzgerald..... and John Skelton who stole the job away from millionaire Kevin Kolb. Marshawn and Russell Wilson will attempt to look their best, while Fitzgerald will catch everything that is thrown to him.
Seahawks over Cardinals 

Carolina Panthers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers 
An NFC South rivalry. Cam Newton vs. Josh Freeman. Everyone is wondering what Cam Newton will do. Will he have a sophomore slump, or will he have another great season. The Buccaneers are looking to rebound from a disappointing season. Freeman, who now has a great receiver in Vincent Jackson will try to throw as much as possible. Cam Newton will run, a lot, and it will be hard for the buccaneers to catch him.
Panthers over Buccaneers 

Pittsburgh Steelers at Denver Broncos
Peyton Manning's second act begins at Qwest field. For the Broncos receivers, it is a feeling of joy. Unfortunately, they will be taking on the best passing defense in the game last year. Peyton has some options and hopes to develop DeMaryius Thomas in a top threat, like Reggie Wayne and Marvin Harrison. Ben Roethlisberger has his two main targets, Antonio Brown and Mike Wallace. Their defense is also top notch. Though the team is getting older, they are still the Steelers.
Steelers over Broncos 

Cincinnati Bengals at Baltimore Ravens 
A fierce AFC North rivalry begins again. The duo of A.J Green and Andy Dalton starts in year two with big expectations. The Ravens begin this season feeling a bit old, and tired. But with Ray Rice and young receiver Torrey Smith, anything can happen. Both of these teams have great defenses. This is another game that will come down to homefield advantage.
Ravens over Bengals 

San Diego Chargers at Oakland Raiders 
To round out Week 1 of the NFL season, are two teams in different places. One team, the Chargers finished 8-8 last season and was disappointed. The other, the Raiders, finished 8-8 and were happy. The Chargers still have Philip Rivers, but they lost their biggest threat, Vincent Jackson. The Raiders have Carson Palmer, and young star Denarius Moore. Also, they have Darren McFadden, who if healthy could be very explosive. The Chargers are also always slow starters.
Raiders over Chargers

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Miami Dolphins at Buffalo Bills

The Bills after a promising start, can’t seem to find the win column.  The Bills have a problem. The team thought that they were playoff bound, but unfortunately, the rebuilding process will continue. The Dolphins aren’t much better. After Chad Henne was injured, the team has had some difficulty. The team has had some good victories, beating the Raiders 34-14. Add another victory for the team in this game. 

Dolphins over Bills 

Seattle Seahawks at Chicago Bears 

Marshawn Lynch has been on a tear lately. Against the struggling Bears, Lynch should lead his team to victory. However, the Bears’ rushing defense has been solid, which could lessen Lynch's carries.  The Bears rushing defense, allows only 101 yards per game. Caleb Hanie hasn’t exactly been a Jay Cutler, spiraling his team into a three game losing streak. Make it four games. 

Seahawks over Bears 

Carolina Panthers at Houston Texans 

The Texans, have clinched the organization’s first playoff spot ever, will most likely "take it easy" against the Panthers. This game, has virtually no meaning to the Texans. To the Panthers it does. Cam Newton and the rest of his team will battle hard. Maybe next year Cam. Maybe next year. 

Texans over Panthers 

Tennessee Titans at Indianapolis Colts 

Chris Johnson, get prepared for your breakout game. Chris Johnson fantasy owners. Get prepared to win your league. Tennessee Titans, get ready for a win. Indianapolis Colts, have fun losing yet another game. Titans over Colts 

Green Bay Packers at Kansas City Chiefs 

The Packers will continue to try to become the first undefeated team since the Dolphins… Or since the Patriots. Depends how you look at it. Anyway, the Packers will add on another victory, and inch closer to perfection. Aaron Rodgers will demonstrate his fantastic passing skills against a team that allows 23 points per game. Have fun Aaron! Packers over Chiefs 

New Orleans Saints at Minnesota Vikings 

AP could be back! Not that it will make much of a difference against the Saints. Drew Brees is having yet another  MVP caliber year, and against the Vikings treacherous defense, which allows 28 points per game, expect Brees to throw four TD’s. Vikings are in a five game losing streak, and are having an extremely disappointing year. It will come to an end soon. Saints over Vikings 

Washington Redskins at New York Giants 

The Redskins are the one team in the NFC East that is worse than the Eagles. And why is that? Well, when your quarterback at one point is Rex Grossman, you have a problem. Eli Manning is having a career year for the Giants, who will beat the Giants' division rival. Giants over Redskins

Cincinnati Bengals at St. Louis Rams 

The Cincinnati Bengals. One of the most surprising teams in the NFL this season. The Bengals have been struggling recently though, but are still pushing for a playoff spot in the extremely difficult AFC North. The Rams. What is there to say? The team has just won twice. It will stay that way.  
Bengals over Rams 

Detroit Lions at Oakland Raiders 

The Lions, another one of the more surprising teams in the NFL this year, visit the Oakland Raiders. The Raiders have been completely rebuilt under new coach Hue Jackson. Thus far, Jackson has led his team to a 7-6 record. Unfortunately, Stafford should handle the Raiders’ defense, which allows 230 passing yards per game. Stafford should be able to connect with Megatron countless times. Lions over Raiders 

Cleveland Browns at Arizona Cardinals 

The Cardinals have been steadily improving, winning three games in a row. With Kevin Kolb starting, the Cardinals should beat the struggling Browns. The Browns have lost three in a row, and Colt McCoy, who was manhandled by James Harrison last week, is questionable. The Cardinals should continue the team’s surge. Cardinals over Browns 

New England Patriots at Denver Broncos 

One of the most exciting games this week. Tim Tebow for the first time this season, faces an elite quarterback, Tom Brady. The Broncos have lost just once when Tebow has started. The Patriots have lost just three times this year, when Tom Brady has started. Prayer might not help Tebow in this game, as Brady will be expected to throw 250+ yards. The Patriots will have to keep the Broncos from scoring in the fourth quarter, which is how most of the Broncos' victories have occurred. Sorry Tim, but skill will almost  always triumph over prayer. 

Patriots over Broncos 

New York Jets at Philadelphia Eagles 

Darrelle Revis and the Jets defense take on LeSean McCoy and the Eagles offense. The Eagles, or the so called "Dream Team" has turned into a "Nightmare Team" instead. The Eagles are three games under .500, and Andy Reid is striving to get to that prestigious mark to save his job. The Jets are in the team’s usual position, second place in the AFC East, behind the Pats. The Jets should triumph in this matchup. The Jets score 25 points to the Eagles 22. Scoring is always the difference. Jets over Eagles 

Baltimore Ravens at San Diego Chargers 

The all-star Ravens defense visit San Diego. The Chargers, for the first time in recent seasons, started off the year solid. Currently, the team is under the.500. The Ravens, have won four games in a row, and look unstoppable. The Chargers are being led by Phil Rivers, who has been a bit disappointing this year, who is in charge of beating the Ravens defense. Not gonna happen. Ravens over Chargers 

Pittsburgh Steelers at San Francisco 49ers 

The 49ers have qualified for the playoffs for the first time in a few years. The Steelers are going to try to clinch this week. Tied with the Ravens for first in the AFC North, this game has meaning to the Steelers. The 49ers are already in the playoffs, so as a result, this game does not have as much meaning to them. The Steelers are gonna play their hearts out, which will result in victory. 

Steelers over 49ers 

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New England Patriots at Washington Redskins

The Patriots' offense have been rolling of late, though the defense has been a problem. It almost cost the Pats a victory last week. The Redskins still have quarterback troubles, that are still unsolved. The Patriots should beat the Skins in this one. Shanahan will have more work to do next year. 
Patriots over Redskins 

Indianapolis Colts at Baltimore Ravens 

The Colts almost won. Coming back from a 31-3 deficit, to lose 31-24 to the team’s big time rival, the Patriots. Unfortunately, almost only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades. Not in football. The Colts still have not won this season, though there has been close games. Sadly, the losing streak won’t end in Baltimore. Ray Rice has scored 3 touchdowns in his last three games, and against the terrible Colts rushing defense, he should add more TD’s. 

Ravens over Colts 

Atlanta Falcons at Carolina Panthers 

This is the first meeting this season between these two NFC South rivals. Each of these teams have young, all-star quarterbacks. Unfortunately, for the Panthers, Cam Newton has struggled to find any receivers to compliment Steve Smith. Matt Ryan has had plenty of receivers to choose from. Michael Turner, Julio Jones, and Roddy White. The variety of receivers will be the difference in this matchup. Falcons over Panthers 

Houston Texans at Cincinnati Bengals 

Even with T.J. Yates playing quarterback, the Texans found out a way to beat the Falcons last week. He could have a tough time this week. The Bengals are allowing a modest 20 points per game. The team allows less passing yards per game then the Falcons did, 210 compared to 239. Andy Dalton will have an extremely difficult time against the terrific Texans defense, which is only allowing 16 points per game. If he could do it against the Falcons, then Yates should be able to upset the Bengals, and reassure his place in the NFL. Texans over Bengals 

Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions 

With AP questionable, the Vikings have to add yet another thing to a list of things to worry about. The Vikings have struggled a lot this season. The team has lost four in a row, and will most likely extend to five in a row. The Lions are also in a losing streak, but it will come to an end on Sunday. After what Tebow did to the Vikings last week, expect Stafford to throw 350 yards. Lions over Vikings 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Jacksonville Jaguars 

Josh Freeman is expected to play for the Bucs, who after a win over the Saints in Week 6, have failed to win a game. This is Freeman’s chance to end his team’s losing streak. LeGarrette Blount will contribute as much he can to the cause as well. The Jaguars offense is terrible, only scoring 13 points per game. Maurice Jones-Drew will try all he can. But when you score only 13 points, you can't expect to win many games. Buccaneers over Jaguars 

Philadelphia Eagles at Miami Dolphins 

The Eagles’ dreams are just about gone. Vince Young’s proclamation now looks stupid. Vick and the rest of his squad will try to beat the Dolphins. The Dolphins demolished the Raiders 34-7 last week. The Dolphins have been doing well in the past five games, losing just once. Still, LeSean McCoy could run his team to a much needed victory. Unfortunately for him, the Dolphins defense only allows 18 points. Wait ‘till next year Eagles fans. Dolphins over Eagles 

Kansas City Chiefs at New York Jets 

The Chiefs have gone from an 0-3 team, to a 4-3 team, and now currently to a 5-7 record. The team lost its two main skill players, Matt Cassel and Jamaal Charles to injuries. Tyler Palko has gone 1-2 in his games this season. The Jets have won two games in a row, and are pushing for an AFC wildcard spot. The Jets defense has been solid this season, but not as good as it has been in previous years. The Jets don’t have much to worry about. The Chiefs only score 13 points per game. Jets over Chiefs

New Orleans Saints at Tennessee Titans 

Drew Brees is on the verge of beating Dan Marino’s single season passing yard record. Brees only needs 1,053 yards to beat Marino’s record. If you checked your math right, if Brees averages 262.3 yards per game he should break that record by the end of the season. The Titans, don’t have much to show for at the “Q”. At the running back, Chris Johnson is finally starting to break out of his shell, with two straight 100+ yard games. The Saints allow 114 yards rushing per game and 22 points. Johnson could have a tough time. Saints over Titans 

San Francisco 49ers at Arizona Cardinals

For the second week in a row, the 49ers take on a pathetic division rival. The Cardinals should be even easier than the Rams were last week. Alex Smith and Frank Gore should score plenty on a team that allows 22 points each game, and 250 passing yards.  Kevin Kolb still hasn’t panned out to be the player that the Cardinals envisioned when he was signed this offseason. Maybe Beanie Wells will have some magic. 49ers over Rams 

Chicago Bears at Denver Broncos 

Forte and Cutler are out, what’s there to look forward to in this game for the Bears? The Chicago Bears get to see Tebow Tebowing! Other than that, not much else exciting is likely to happen to the Bears. Tebow continues to lead the Broncos on a winning path, extending the team’s winning streak to five games last week, and is trying to help the Broncos make a late play-off push.  Make it six games in a row after this week. Broncos over Bears 

Oakland Raiders at Green Bay Packers

The Raiders were demolished last week against Miami. It will be extremely hard for a team that allows 25 points per game to beat the Packers. Aaron Rodgers has a full slate of receivers to catch the ball, and looks unstoppable this year. The Packers will win this game, to be 13-0. Three games closer to perfection. Six games away from the Superbowl. Packers over Raiders 

Buffalo Bills at San Diego Chargers 

The Chargers are one of, if not the most disappointing teams this season. Phil Rivers & Co. somehow managed to get a victory last week. The Bills started out as one of the more surprising teams, but have lost five in a row recently. Both of these teams are struggling this year, and it will come down to the performance of the quarterback. In this case, Rivers should lead his team to victory.  Chargers over Bills 

St. Louis Rams at Seattle Seahawks 

Another pathetic NFC West division game. Marshawn Lynch is carrying the ball so well, that Tarvaris Jackson shouldn’t have to pass. Against the Rams atrocious run defense, Jackson may even have a chance to run the ball. The Seahawks are allowing 20 points per game, while the Rams are allowing 24. As bad as the Seahawks have been this season, the Rams have been worse. Much worse.  The Rams for some Kurt Warner-like figure to come back and play quarterback. Not gonna happen. 
Seahawks over Rams 

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Minnesota Vikings at Atlanta Falcons 

The Vikings lost to the Raiders last week. Eeek! When you lose to a team with a quarterback who missed training camp,  you have a problem. Matt Ryan and Julio Jones should be able take care of the Vikes in this one. But there is still hope for AP, just not much. Falcons over Vikings 

Cleveland Browns at Cincinnati Bengals

Andy Dalton rolls on. The Bengals continue to win with him as quarterback. The Browns’ shouldn’t be much of a challenge. However, Montario Hardesty and Madden cover boy Peyton Hillis could possibly coming back. It doesn’t matter who is starting though, as the Bengals have the 3^rd best rushing defense in football. Bengals over Browns 

Carolina Panthers at Indianapolis Colts 

A matchup of two of the worst teams in the NFL. The visiting team has the most surprising quarterback of the season, in Cam Newton. The home team, doesn’t really have anyone special. This team (the Colts) has not won yet this season, and probably won’t win in this one. The Colts could somehow win though, the Panthers’ defense is not very good. Still, the Panthers have Newton. Panthers over Colts 

Houston Texans at Jacksonville Jaguars 

Well look who it is. Matt Leinart, he of the 2004 Heisman trophy, is going to be throwing the ball for the division leading Texans. Welcome back to the NFL Matt! Your task is to lead your first place team to a victory over Maurice Jones-Drew and Blaine Gabbert. You think do it? I think so. Texans over Jaguars 

Buffalo Bills at New York Jets 

The Bills were supposed to be the NFL’s surprise team this season, after they beat the Patriots. After that victory, the team have been slowly slipping through the cracks, and the team is riding a three game losing streak. The Jets on the other hand, have not been doing so well either. The game is being played in the Meadowlands, and anything can happen; but Sanchez should do well at home. Jets over Bills 

Arizona Cardinals at St. Louis Rams 

Well isn’t that a coincidence. A matchup of the teams for which Kurt Warner played quarterback and then led the team to the Superbowl. These two teams could sure use his help now. Sam Bradford hasn’t been able to replay his rookie season again, and John Skelton is playing quarterback for the Cardinals. It will be hard to pick who’s going to win, but Steven Jackson is a great runner. Rams over Cardinals 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Tennessee Titans 

The Bucs are feeling kinda low right now. They have lost 4 in a row, and need to start winning to get to the play-offs. The Titans lost last week to the Falcons. Josh Freeman is having a great season, while Chris Johnson continues to disappoint. He has just two touchdowns, and two 100 yard games. Expect Freeman to end the losing streak. Buccaneers over Titans 

Chicago Bears at Oakland Raiders 

Carson Palmer vs… Caleb Hanie? Who is that? Well, he is the Bears’ starting quarterback this week. It’s a good thing the team has Forte. Without Forte, the Bears would get killed. For the Raiders, Michael Bush continues to thrive as the primary back. Carson Palmer is slowly coming together. Without Cutler, it’ll be tough for the Bears. 

Raiders over Bears 

Washington Redskins at Seattle Seahawks 

The Redskins still don’t have a quarterback, and the Seahawks are starting Tarvaris Jackson. Not much better. Marshawn Lynch is steadily improving for Seattle. While the Redskins have lost six in a row. The Seahawks should continue the team’s slow march to the play-offs. 

Seahawks over Redskins 

Denver Broncos at San Diego Chargers 

A quarterback who doesn’t pass? That is what the Broncos are believing in. That quarterback, Tim Tebow, has led the squad to three straight wins. The Chargers, who for once started the season well; are now in a bit of a funk. The team has lost five straight games. Can Tebow continue his dominance? The Chargers passing defense is great. But wait. Tebow doesn’t pass! The Chargers should end the team’s funk though. Chargers over Broncos 

Pittsburgh Steelers at Kansas City Chiefs 

This is a disappointing Steelers squad. Sure, the team is in 2^nd place in the AFC North, but losing to the Ravens. Twice? There have been better Steelers teams. Still, with Tyler Palko starting for the Chiefs, and no Jamaal Charles, the Steelers cruise. Steelers over Chiefs 

New York Giants at New Orleans Saints 

Eli Manning is having a fantastic season, one of his best. Drew Brees is also having a superb season as well. The Saints are in first in the NFC South, while the Giants trail the Cowboys by one game. This should be an entertaining game to watch. There will be a lot of passing in this one. It will be a close game, but Brees and Jimmy Graham should beat the Giants. Saints over Giants