Here we are with our second part of our Thanksgiving Weekend predictions.

Sunday 29th November

Miami Dolphins @ Buffalo Bills
A – With the Patriots apparently in control in the East, the Dolphins are looking to secure the second spot and aim for a wildcard berth. The Bills, as ever it seems, are struggling. WIth a new coach they gave the Jaguars a close game last week, and you have to think that there will have been more improvements between then and now. All things considered though, I’m going to back the Dolphins here.

G – I guess you already know who I am going with here right? This should be the Dolphins game and combined with a loss for the Pats and Jets could make the AFC East very interesting.

C – Dolphins for this one. The Bills did a good job last week against the run, but i think the Wildcat will be a bit much for them. Ricky to have another huge game.

Seattle Seahawks @ St. Louis Rams
A – The Seahawks are not the team that I’d thought they would be this season. I think that’s the fairest statement I can make about my early predictions! The Rams though… they most certainly are the team I thought they were: struggling, sometimes playing well, but not getting the results. This is one that could really go either way, but I think I’m leaning towards the Rams.

G – Its interesting that the bookies are giving the Rams quite a chance at home this week. I can’t see it myself so I am going with Seattle.

C – I’m going to go with the Rams this week, even though Bulger is out (isn’t that a good thing?). The Seahawks are running out of ideas offensively so i don’t expect anything exciting from them (cue the 5 big plays for TDs).

Washington Redskins @ Philadelphia Eagles
A – Gah! Another divisional matchup on the road for the ‘Skins. This one is intriguing though. The Washington D is still one of the best, and is playing hard and with pride. The Dallas game was there for the taking, setup entirely by the defensive play.
The Eagles have had trouble scoring, and I think we can give them a game. Graham accused me of “cursing” my team last week by not supporting them. I won’t make that mistake again. Redskins to win.

G – The Skins should have picked up a win last week. If it wasn’t for that pesky field goal….. The Eagles offer a tougher challenge than the Cowboys though and I think this will be an Eagles win.

C – I think this one will be close, pretty much like last week against the ‘boys, but i’m going for the Eagles to edge the win.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Atlanta Falcons
A – I’ve got to back the Falcons here. Although they were pipped by the Giants last week I’d have to back them against the rebuilding Bucs.

G – I’d like to see the Bucs keep improving, but it is a Falcons win for me this week.

C – This is a tough one, and i’ll probably regret sticking my neck out (like opting for the Browns last week) but i’m going for a Tampa Win. Just a gut feeling. They’re looking like a confident team with Freeman leading, sometimes one change is all you need (ala Titans)

Indianapolis Colts @ Houston Texans
A – I like the look of this game very much! The Texans are now solely the most frustrating team to call (the Jags are more predictable now). They have a losing record at home and despite playing a lot of good ball, just can’t seem to get it working. After getting above 500, I think they’re going to fall below that this week. Colts to win.

G – The Colts should keep going with a win here.

C – As much as i like Houston and Schaub, I’m going for the Colts win.

Cleveland Browns @ Cincinnati Bengals
A – The Bengals are 5-0 in the AFC North and could make a complete sweep with victory over the Browns. Both teams are coming off losses that must hurt, but I fancy the Bengals to be both better and mentally stronger.

G – I can’t see the Browns clocking up points like last week, and I can’t see them getting a win here. Bengals are my pick.

C – Bengals for me too. The Bengals defence should hold up better than the Lions did against Quinn, and i see the Browns defence having a similar game as last week.

Carolina Panthers @ New York Jets
A – Tricky one again. The Panthers are showing some life and Mark Sanchez is going backwards, and the rest of the team can’t support him.
Panthers to win.

G – This could end up being a close one! I am going with the Panthers, but I am not sure how swung I am by my hopes for the AFC East.

C – I’m opting for the Jets win this week. More balanced side, i suppose it basically comes down to which Sanchez turns up though.

Kansas City Chiefs @ San Diego Chargers
A – There aren’t many teams I’d pick over the Chargers. The Chiefs certainly aren’t one of them, even coming off a big win over the Steelers.

G – The Chargers are looking great right now, so they are my pick.

C – I agree with G, the Chargers are really coming along nicely and i see them winning by a good margin. Everyone in the team is stepping up. Wouldn’t be surprised to see them go far and push for a Superbowl place.

Jacksonville Jaguars @ San Francisco 49ers
A – The Jaguars go into this game with the momentum of three wins in a row. However, those have all been close games. 3 points being the highest difference. The 49ers are stumbling on, in a season which is shaping up to be a disappointment after such a promising start. However, the comparative weakness of the NFC West means a good run could put them into wildcard discussions. I think they’ll have enough to get past the Jags.

G – This is another one I want to watch. It feels good to be picking the 49ers again this week.

C – 49ers. They are a hard team to beat and i just don’t see the Jags breaking them down.

Arizona Cardinals @ Tennessee Titans
A – Talk about a turnaround team! That’s the Titans: 0-6 to start, then a 4-0 run. It remains to be seen if they can force them back into contention in the AFC South, and you’d have to think not, but ignore them at your peril.
The Cardinals have a firm grip on the NFC West, but have been erratic. Generally though, they’ve been strong and I’m picking them here.

G – Just how good are the Titans right now? I think this game should reveal all. I am going to pick the Cards here, but I wouldn’t bet on it.

C – Well… The Titans are certainly looking a better team with Vince Young leading the line aren’t they? The passing game, both offensively and defensively still needs some polish, but with 4 straight wins they can’t be that disappointed. I’m going with Tennessee to carry on their streak.

Chicago Bears @ Minnesota Vikings
A – At 9-1, the Vikings are looking very strong indeed but need to be vigilant and watch the Packers just below them. The Bears are further back and have been disappointing. I can’t see them doing much against the Vikings. Look for Jared Allen to greet his good friend Jay Cutler with a friendly sack or two.

G – This should be a business like win for the Vikings.

C – Can’t see anything but a Vikings win. Cutler to get picked at least 3 times against a monstrous defence.

Pittsburgh Steelers @ Baltimore Ravens
A – Before the season started, we identified this match as a key decider in the battle for the AFC North. As it happens, the Bengals are currently safe at the top of the table, with the Steelers and Ravens close behind. That both teams are still in contention is surprising given some of the results this year so far.
This one is a coin-flip, but since we have to make a prediction I’m going to back the Steelers. I think when push comes to shove, across the board you can count on them more than the Ravens.

G – Oh, another great match-up. My head says Ravens, but my heart says Steelers. I am going with the Steelers.

C – My heart says Ravens but my head says Steelers. So i’m going for the Ravens win to go 6-5. Let’s go Ray Rice, let’s go!!

Monday 30th November

New England Patriots @ New Orleans Saints
A – What a great matchup this promises to be. The unbeaten Saints host the Patriots. With a win, the Saints have as good as secured the NFC South… with five games to go. The Patriots are sitting atop the AFC East, but need to stay strong. I don’t see the Saints going 16-0 this season, and generally I like the Pats in this matchup. Patriots to win.

G – I hope this turns out to be the kind of game you would imagine it to be. I can’t wait to watch this one. As for the winner, I feel the Saints might just edge it.

C – Massive game with massive potential to be the game of the season. I want to say the Saints will continue their season as it has been thus far, but my gut tells me to go with the Patriots win.

	Andrew	Graham	Craig		Offical MAC Prediction
Green Bay Packers @ Detroit Lions
Oakland Raiders @ Dallas Cowboys
New York Giants @ Denver Broncos
Miami Dolphins @ Buffalo Bills
Seattle Seahawks @ St. Louis Rams
Washington Redskins @ Philadelphia Eagles
Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Atlanta Falcons
Indianapolis Colts @ Houston Texans
Cleveland Browns @ Cincinnati Bengals
Carolina Panthers @ New York Jets
Jacksonville Jaguars @ San Francisco 49ers
Kansas City Chiefs @ San Diego Chargers
Arizona Cardinals @ Tennessee Titans
Chicago Bears @ Minnesota Vikings
Pittsburgh Steelers @ Baltimore Ravens
New England Patriots @ New Orleans Saints