Week 7 NFL Predictions

Sunday
San Diego at Kansas City: While I know how difficult it is to play at Arrowhead, it's difficult for me to see the Chiefs beating the Chargers after what I saw last week against the Steelers. LT should have a field day against the KC front seven.
San Diego 31 Kansas City 10

Jacksonville at Houston: While David Carr might be amongst the league leaders in passer rating, that may soon change following this contest. Carr was not sacked once in Houston's loss this past weekend to Dallas (is that the first time in his pro career?), but don't expect that in this game. The Jags should come off their bye week well rested and ready to go for this one.
Jacksonville 24 Houston 10

New England at Buffalo: If they had played three weeks ago, before Buffalo's dismantling at the hands of Chicago and their loss to the then winless Detroit Lions, I would've taken the Bills in this one. But, with those two ugly consecutive losses under their belt going into this one, I have a tough time seeing Buffalo pull out of their funk against Tom Brady and the Pats.
New England 21 Buffalo 10

Pittsburgh at Atlanta: As difficult as it is for me to do this, I'm leaning the way of the Steeler in this one. Atlanta's defensive line is banged up, as John Abraham is probable and Rod Coleman and Patrick Kerney are questionable for Sunday's game. The offensive line allowed seven sacks to the Giants and things won't get any easier against the Steelers. The only thing perhaps playing in the Falcons' favor is their disappointing loss a week ago and an extra determination to prove to themselves, the fans, and the league that they can beat the more physical teams. Unfortunately, they haven't shown me this yet, so I'm going with Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh 24 Atlanta 17

Green Bay at Miami: Whew. This is a tough call and not because either are solid teams. Miami tends to lose the close low-scoring games and Green Bay has had a tendency to get outscored by the opposition. With Ronnie Brown running better, the game being played in Miami, and Green Bay bound to have some rust coming off a bye week (especially for how old they are), I'm giving the edge to the Dolphins.
Miami 24 Green Bay 21

Philadelphia at Tampa Bay: Tampa may be 1-4, but they're not a bad football team. This is a club that made the playoffs last year, have lost some close ones this year, and found a way to beat Cincinnati last week. Philly is coming off a very tough loss at the hands of New Orleans. Even though Tampa is playing better and is playing with a bit more confidence than they had earlier in the year, I'm still going to give the edge to Philly.
Philadelphia 24 Tampa Bay 14

Detroit at NY Jets: The Pistons made the playoffs last year! The Red Wings are always good! The Tigers are off to the World Series! And...the Lions won last week! Sure, it was their first win, but all-in-all, things are going pretty good in Detroit. But, not that good if you're a Lions fan. Pennington should put up some impressive numbers at home against the Lion secondary. The Jets should win this one to send the Lions to 1-6.
NY Jets 28 Detroit 17

Carolina at Cincinnati: After losing their first two games of the season, Carolina has won four straight, including last week's impressive win over Baltimore. Cincinnati, meanwhile, has lost two of three following their 2-0 start. Playing back at home and with a sense of urgency, I'm giving the slight edge to Cincy, but in no way am I confident with the pick.
Cincinnati 24 Carolina 21

Denver at Cleveland: Denver has played not to lose on offense, while depending on their quick and bend-but-don't-break defense. As much as I want to pick against the Broncos in this one, I just can't bring myself to do it.
Denver 17 Cleveland 10

Washington at Indianapolis: I do not understand the Washington Redskins. They've looked dreadful at times this year and explosive at others. I, along with most every professional "expert" and analyst picked the 'Skins to beat the then 0-5 Tennessee Titans last week and they found a way to lose. Well, the unpredictability might as well continue, as Clinton Portis tears up the Colts' front seven, the offense finds a way to keep Peyton Manning on the sidelines, and the 'Skins rebound from an embarrassing defeat to an impressive win.
Washington 21 Indianapolis 17

Minnesota at Seattle: Shaun Alexander won't be in action for this one, but that shouldn't matter. Seattle's defense should reign supreme over the Viking offense and their offense should do just enough against the Minnesota defense to pull out the victory.
Seattle 20 Minnesota 10

Arizona at Oakland: Michael Wilbon feels confident in the Raiders winning this one. This is the same guy who said at the start of the season that the Raiders would finish 8-8. The Raiders are currently the only NFL team without a win and that'll be the case after Monday.
Arizona 17 Oakland 6

Monday
NY Giants at Dallas: If the Giants don't sleepwalk during the first half like they've done in some games this year, they should do well against the Cowboys. If not, Parcells and company will dominate. The G-Men should have a lot of confidence following their 2nd half beating of the Atlanta Falcons last Sunday and I'm thinking (not guaranteeing) that this will carry into Monday night's game against the Cowboys.
NY Giants 28 Dallas 21