Fumble Lost
Just like last year, Indy is once again going into Week 9 undefeated. They're once again surrounded by rumors that they'll go all the way to the Super Bowl. But this year they're also surrounded by rumors of doubt. Can they hold out, or will they once again choke when the game really matters? Has Indy changed from last year? Do they deserve the vote of confidence, or should everyone be skeptical of the Colts' chances of actually making it to the Super Bowl? Since they will choke, it's just a matter of when.
Who do you think is stepping up their game? Which teams do you think started off the season strong, but we won't even see come playoff time? Who is faltering? Who is surging? Here's my thoughts on a few teams; let me know what you think.
1.) Chicago - Yes, they've only lost one game, but before that loss they also nearly threw away the game to Arizona (who at the moment is considered the worst team in the NFL). They were barely able to hold off a team they should have thumped for the win. Were Miami and Arizona just flukes, or is Chicago going to step up their game?
2.) Denver - As much as it brings me great pain, Denver is surging. But I still firmly believe Jake Plummer will choke when it counts. Denver's defense also made some surprising mistakes during Sunday's game against Pittsburgh (how again was it the Steelers were favored to win this game?) Denver has Champ Bailey, who gives Denver the advantage every time. So, will Denver's offense be enough? Or will their defense be good enough to make up for a weak offense?
3.) San Diego - Can Phillip Rivers step up his passing game to create a more balanced offense for times when they may face a defense that will just shut down their running game? They're definitely surging, but San Diego definitely has some tough challenges ahead of them. They face Denver not once, but twice here within the next month. And can San Diego's defense step up when Shawne Merriman goes out to serve his penalty? San Diego leaves me with more questions than answers here. I think they can beat Denver, but I think it will by no means be an easy win--for either team.
Anyway, that's it for tonight, but in summary--I'm back, whether you missed my opinions or not. I'll be posting more. Tomorrow, we'll talk Hockey, NASCAR, and probably more football too. I'm stepping up my game again.
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