Despite Roethlisberger’s absence in the season-opener, the Steelers will prevail.
Denver’s offense is simply too strong for the descending Rams.
Both teams are awful, but the Titans are at home.
The Patriots will continue their dominance over the Bills.
This should be a low-scoring game which will benefit the Ravens.
| KANSAS CITY |
3.0 |
Cincinnati |
The Chiefs still have the worst tackling team in the NFL.
The Lions won’t be a match for the NFC champs.
Carolina’s defense will shut down Michael Vick and the rest of the running game.
This spread should be covered after Philly’s first possession.
| CLEVELAND |
3.0 |
New Orleans |
That Browns’ offensive line scares me.
The Cowboys will have just enough offense to get by the Jags.
This is an ugly game, but the Bears are still the best team of this awful division.
| ARIZONA |
7.5 |
San Francisco |
I can’t see the 49ers doing much against that aggressive Cardinals’ defense.
| Indianapolis |
3.5 |
N.Y. Giants |
The Manning Bowl will be won by older brother Peyton.
That Redskins offense looked brutal in pre-season.
I’m going to take a wait-and-see approach with Philip Rivers.
Home teams in capital letters; Tony's picks in boldface.
Tony’s Record: 0-0.