Week 8 Roundup

Week 8 really didn't change my opinion about anything in the NFL. I still think Dallas is in trouble. I know they went into Tampa and won 13-9 but the next day they were questioning whether Brad Johnson should stay in a quarterback until Romo comes back. The other option is Brooks Bollinger. Yea, that's what I said. If they would've won and kept their mouths shut and moved onto New York next week I might feel better about them but no, way too much drama still and I am not confident this team will make it to the end of the season.

New York proved themselves big time by winning in Pittsburgh even though it was a struggle. A win is a win and that was a win against a top 5 team in the league.

I think the NFL should stop playing games in Europe. I am sure the Saints/Chargers game was good but I think it would have been good in America also. Who knows how that travel is going to affect these guys and both teams are still very much in it. I don't understand it because from what I understand, England didn't really get too excited about this. It's stupid and it's only getting worse.

San Francisco laid an egg against Seattle in Singletary dropped a bomb on the media. I am excited that Singletary took charge and threw Davis out and hopefully this gets the team going. They also changed quarterbacks. I think its too little too late but, I am glad Mad Mike is trying to leave his mark. I hope he keeps the job!

Last but not least, I do believe the Titans win over the Colts was a statement game. I know the Colts aren't the same as they were for the past few years but it was still a big hurdle this team get over. Peyton Manning is finding his way back and Harrison is a step slower but this is a team the Titans couldn't pass in the division and if the result was different there would've only been 2 games separating the teams. The Titans took care of business and they are by far the best team in that division now. Do I still have them as the best team in the league?

Top 10, here we go!

10. Buffalo Bills - They lost in Miami. I know the game was on the road but this is a team that they should have beaten if they are for real. I am not saying they aren't and can't win the division but that was a game they should've won.

9. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - They lost 13-9 at home to Dallas. Dallas is the most talented team in the league so the loss is kind of understandable. This is still a good team and I think they will bounce back. If the offense could have punched one of the field goals in they win the game and are in the top 5.

8. Dallas Cowboys - That win puts them back in the top 10. I am not ready to say they have everything straightened out again because the DON'T but if Owens would shut up and Romo gets back to 100 % this team still is very good. Those are two HUGE ifs though.

7. Philadelphia Eagles - They beat Atlanta 27-14 and both teams scored a late touchdown. I watched this game and really never thought Philly could lose. Westbrook looked great and hopefully he can stay healthy all season. The defense is still good and I really think this team could be a contender come playoff time.

6. New England Patriots - This team won a close game against St. Louis. St. Louis is a better team then we thought. This is a good team even without Brady and now that Cassel has gotten rid of the "deer in headlights" feeling and that should make this team a contender in the weaker AFC.

5. Washington Redskins - This team won a close game against Detroit. Detroit is not a better team then we thought. How do I have them against New England then? This team has been more consistent and have played a tougher schedule. This team is solid and Jason Campbell still hasn't thrown an interception.

4. Carolina Panthers - The win against Arizona was a good win. They are 6-2 and are playing really good defense. Delhomme and Steve Smith are back doing what they do and DeAngelo Williams is playing really well.

3. Pittsburgh Steelers - I know they lost at home against the Giants but as you will see, I don't consider that a bad loss. They are still playing with their third string running back and Santonio Holmes was out because he was getting high. What an idiot! This team will get right back on track and should be fine.

2. New York Giants - Huge win in Pittsburgh! I don't know what else I need to say here. I think they are proving to be the best team in the NFC and I see them making a deep run again.

1. Tennessee Titans - How about Kerry Collins? The run game is great and the defense is even better then that. They got a huge win over the Colts and pretty much already have the division locked up.

The great teams are separating themselves and after that there are still lots of questions. We are going to start talking about the playoffs soon and its going to be awesome!