That’s more like it! Week 3 was a step in the right direction for our pickers with three going at least .500.
Caroline Darney and Blake Schuster were each 9-7, Prince J. Grimes went 8-8 and Charles Curtis went 5-11. This week won’t be easy though. There’s not a single double-digit spread to choose from, and just three spreads are larger than four points. Here’s a word from the crew:
Prince: That’s more like it.
Charles: Look away.
Caroline: Moving on up!
Dolphins at Bengals (-4)
Prince: Dolphins
Tyreek Hill said he’s coming for Eli Apple. I believe him.
Blake: Bengals
This pick is based on the assumption that Tua isn’t healthy, which, uh, feels like a safe bet.
Charles: Dolphins
I’m actually assuming Tua starts, and that he covers with ease.
Caroline: Dolphins
I know the Bengals got back on track, but the Dolphins have looked great this season.
Vikings at Saints (+3)
Prince: Saints
NO’s offense stinks, but I’ll take their defense to keep things close.
Blake: Saints
Playing in London counts as Primetime Kirk Cousins. Fade the Vikes, take the points.
Charles: Vikings
I will zig where others will zag. Kirk is playing in the morning, East Coast time. That’s got to count for something.
Caroline: Vikings
Kirk Cousins can’t fail when he’s got this super cool mural of him in London.
Jaguars at Eagles (-6.5)
Prince: Jaguars
The Eagles are going to win, but I’ve been impressed with the Jaguars. They’ll make this a game.
Blake: Eagles
The Jags are good, but Philly might be the best team in the NFC.
Charles: Eagles
I’ve gone back and forth a billion times, which screams the points. But I’ll stop overthinking it and back Philly, because they’re just that good.
Caroline: Eagles
Philadelphia…might make the Super Bowl?
Jets at Steelers (-3)
Prince: Jets
Is Mitch still playing quarterback?
Blake: Steelers
If I keep doubling down on the Steelers I’ll be right eventually…right?
Charles: Jets
Caroline: Steelers
My strategy last week worked, but the Steelers can’t go winless the rest of the season, right? RIGHT?
Bears at Giants (-3)
Prince: Bears
Because I have to pick somebody. I really think a push is most likely to happen.
Blake: Giants
Prince thinks he can reverse jinx me by picking my team? Ok, two can play this game.
Charles: Bears
If there’s a game in which Justin Fields’ passing attack comes somewhat alive, it’s this one (says the Giants fan).
Caroline: Giants
The Giants are 2-0 at home ATS this season, so that’s enough of a tie break for me.
Browns at Falcons (+1.5)
Prince: Browns
Rolling with the team that has Nick Chubb and better defense.
Blake: Browns
It’s honestly shocking the Falcons aren’t even getting more than two points.
Charles: Browns
Maybe the easiest pick of the week?
Caroline: Browns
This feels like it should be more than a 1.5 point spread?
Commanders at Cowboys (-3.5)
Prince: Cowboys
If Dallas gets after Carson Wentz the way it just got after Daniel Jones, this will be a long game for Washington.
Blake: Cowboys
Dallas is a fun team to root for once everyone declares them dead. It’s Cooper Rush SZN now.
Charles: Cowboys
I don’t see how Washington covers here.
Caroline: Cowboys
The Dallas defense has been a delight for my fantasy team, and I think they keep Wentz at bay.
Chargers at Texans (+5)
Prince: Chargers
If the Chargers are a little healthier than they were a week ago, they should win this without an issue.
Blake: Chargers
Even if Justin Herbert doesn’t play a down I’m not sure Houston can keep up.
Charles: Chargers
They have to get right, and this is a get-right game for the ages.
Caroline: Chargers
I agree with everything my good friends have said here about the Chargers.
Seahawks at Lions (-4)
Prince: Lions
I’m struggling with this one, but I’ll just roll with the home side because of how much they’ve been able to score.
Blake: Lions
But mostly because they’re the home team in this matchup.
Charles: Lions
It feels a little too obvious, but I’ll back Detroit to run all over the Seahawks.
Caroline: Lions
I still think Detroit is fun this season, so going with the home team.
Titans at Colts (-3.5)
Prince: Colts
The Colts still have issues, but the defense is making plays. That should be the difference here.
Blake: Titans
The Colts may win, but I can’t imagine it’s by more than a field goal.
Charles: Colts
I know the Titans play everyone tight … but I think this is one of those Ryan Tannehill 3-INT games.
Caroline: Colts
Now that Indy has unlocked the automatic touchdown that is Virginia alum Jelani Woods, I like the Colts by a touchdown.
Bills at Ravens (+3)
Prince: Bills
Baltimore’s defense has been too vulnerable for me to believe the Bills can’t cover a field goal.
Blake: Ravens
If Lamar Jackson wants to get paid like a top two quarterback, he’s going to have out-duel a top-two quarterback.
Charles: Bills
Buffalo’s D is elite … but the reason to back the Bills on the road is the way Josh Allen and Co. will dismantle a Ravens defense that’s been uneven so far.
Caroline: Bills
Tough week last week for me, the president of the Buffalo Super Bowl Champions 2022 club, but I think the guys bounce back this week in a HUGE road game.
Cardinals at Panthers (-1.5)
Prince: Cardinals
Kyler Murray > Baker Mayfield
Blake: Cardinals
Can’t wait to take an afternoon nap to this game.
Charles: Cardinals
Why are the Cards underdogs?!?!?!?
Caroline: Cardinals
The Panthers are favored? Someone please explain this to me like I am five.
Patriots at Packers (-9.5)
Prince: Packers
Tough game for Brian Hoyer to take over for the injured Mac Jones.
Blake: Patriots
Winning by 10 is quite the ask for this Green Bay offense.
Charles: Packers
If Mac Jones was playing, I’d feel differently. But it seems like he won’t suit up.
Caroline: Packers
I just don’t know what to expect out of the Pats offense, and that’s a bigger question mark than Green Bay’s offense right now.
Broncos at Raiders (-2.5)
Prince: Broncos
Vegas’ terrible start has flown under the radar thanks to how underwhelming the Broncos have been. No longer will that be the case after this one.
Blake: Broncos
This Raiders club is giving me crazy “Eagles Dream Team” flashbacks. Fading them until proven otherwise.
Charles: Broncos
Two teams that should be better, so I say take the points and assume that the Broncos HAVE to break out at some point. And maybe that point is this week.
Caroline: Raiders
Las Vegas has lost by 13 combined points over the first three weeks, including a 2-point devastating failed comeback last week. That luck has to change at some point, right?
Chiefs at Buccaneers (+1)
Prince: Chiefs
Tampa’s offense can’t keep up with KC right now.
Blake: Chiefs
One point? You’re giving Tom Brady just one point against the Chiefs? Sheeesh.
Charles: Chiefs
Beware the Bucs’ defense, but yeah, I’ll back Kansas City’s offense.
Caroline: Chiefs
Hmm, I almost changed my pick after seeing everyone else go KC, but I’m going to stick with Mahomes and the KC offense.
Rams at 49ers (-1.5)
Prince: Rams
The Rams found a little running game last week. That balance would go a long way in this one.
Blake: Rams
The more talented roster wins out.
Charles: Rams
A little nervous about this one, but sure.
Caroline: Rams
SURE, RAMS. WHY NOT.
