[streetballer67]

Here they are...

1. New England Patriots:
New England is truly and dynasty and coming off a win against another powerhouse shows they are ready to defend their title. They get a relative bye this week against the Cards.

Prediction: Pats 27, Cards 7
The Cards have no rushing game and the passing attack will struggle, the Pats D will continue to force turnovers.

2. Denver Broncos:
A very controversial number two team, but they beat another top team at home. Everyone knows the Broncos can win at home but will they be able to bring the same intensity to the road games? The game at Jacksonville will certainly be a good incator.

Prediction: Broncos 27, Jaguars 6
The Broncos will show they can play some defense too in this one. The Jags just don't have the firepower on offense to compete with Denver.

3. Minnesota Vikings:
Destroyed a Dallas Cowboy team that went 10-6 last year. They scored 35 points on the number one defense from last year, what more can you ask for? How about some defense, they let Testeverde throw for 350+ yards. This week they will meet the other NFC powerhouse, Philadelphia.

Prediction: Eagles 28, Vikings 24
I know what you're saying...Why aren't the Eagles ranked higher if they will be the Vikes? Homefield advantage is simply huge in the NFL, more so than any other sport and the Eagles capitalize at Lincoln Financial Stadium.