Week 1

Peyton Manning not playing in the season opener? Troubled Albert Haynesworth signed by the strict New England Patriots? Are the Eagles truly the dream team of the NFL? This crazy offseason has led to some crazy Super Bowl predictions. Now, the post-lockout season has begun, and Week 1 should have many wild season openers.

Michael Vick

Game to watch: Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Baltimore Ravens. Every time the Steelers face off against the division rival Ravens, you can expect a blood-bath. It is clear neither team likes the other, and both have one of the best defenses in the league. Not to mention it is always a close game. Since 2005, 9 games were decided by a touchdown or less. History shows the Steelers are the better team. They have an all-time record against the Ravens of 19-11. However, with home field advantage, and the new acquisition of WR Lee Evans, the Baltimore Ravens have a slight edge over Pittsburgh.
Ravens beat Steelers 20-17


Player to Watch: Rookie QB Cam Newton. The 2010 Heisman winner will now put on the Carolina Panthers jersey for his first NFL game. Many say he will not do well in the pros and will just become another first pick bust. Luckily, though, he is facing the Arizona Cardinals in his first game, a team who ranked 29th in points allowed per game (27.1).  I don't expect Cam Newton to play like Michael Vick in his first game, but I am projecting him to do moderately well.
Cam Newton: 210 yards, 1 passing TD, 1 rushing TD.


Stand-Out Performance: QB Tom Brady.  The reigning MVP has a new (possibly lethal) weapon in WR Chad Ochocinco, and he will try to match his outstanding 2010 season. His 9 to 1 TD/INT ratio is an outstanding statistic, and his WR corp of Welker and Ochocinco will certainly  help him against the Dolphins this weekend. As the 2011 kicks off, the expectations are high for this accomplished Quarterback.
Tom Brady: 390 yards, 3 Passing TDs, 75.0 completion percentage.


Week 1 Game Predictions:


Falcons over Bears


Browns over Bengals


Texans over Colts


Titans over Jaguars


Bills over Chiefs


Eagles over Rams


Lions over Buccaneers 


Panthers over Cardinals


Chargers over Vikings


Seahawks over 49ers


Giants over Redskins 


Jets over Cowboys (OT)

Patriots over Dolphins


Broncos over Raiders


Ravens over Steelers