College football has begun, the NFL preseason is wrapping up and the big time betting is about to begin. Popular these days are the weekly picks, however, the real money is ready to be made by those who can pick the 2011 Superbowl champ prior to the first play from scrimmage.
At the top are the perennial powerhouse Colts. With Peyton at the helm this team is almost guaranteed a spot in the playoffs, however, at 13 to 2 odds, I would shy away from this team. Good? Always. The best? Early, often, but rarely sustained.
Following up on their amazing run in 2009/2010, the Saints are a close second at 7 to 1 odds. Possibility for a repeat is there, but it will be tough for both Breese and that defense to repeat their performances from last year. Last time the Saints were this good they had a mediocre showing the following year. Though I do not expect a poor repeat performance, my expectation for this team is a second round exit to the Packers as Aaron Rodgers finally rakes control of the NFC over an aging and almost blind Favre.
Tied for third are Da Boys and the Bolts at 17 to 2. Are you kidding me?!?! The last time the Cowboys were regarded so high, Romo got hurt and they finished a mediocre 9 -9, getting trounced by the Eagles on the last game of the year, with a spot in the playoffs on the line. Now let me tell you, I was there and that wasn't even a game. Playoffs for Da Boys this year!? I'd say so. Superbowl run? Most likely not. Face it, they won their first playoff game last year since '95 only to watch the Vikings D turn Romo into their b****. Cowboys ousted conference championship by the.....Packers, my pick at 9 to 1, but more about that in a bit.
The bolts look good to win the AFC. No more LT distraction out there, and granted they get off to a good start for once, an easier road through the playoffs. Rivers is a true leader and the Chargers have a strong offensive attack, solid defensive core, and adequate coaching. Chargers over the Colts when Peyton's last drive comes up short.
Now for my Superbowl pick. At 9-1, the Packers offer good odds. Aaron Rodgers has shown the ability not only to win, but lead and with a crippled Farve in his division, the Packers chances are that much better. Granted the o-line can keep Rodgers off his back and healthy, the Packers have a solid young core on both sides of the field with a winning qb. My prediction: Packers over the Bolts 27-24
Don't sleep on: Patriots
Tom terrific is going to lead to Patriots to a great season and with a certain key player returning, they should provide some exciting football. With The Revis situation in NYC, the Patriots will find the path to the post season a lot less bumpy, with a strong possibility that they could make some serious noise this year.
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