Week 10 Wrap

First off, a game pick for tonight's game. 

Game pick:

Jets (5-4) v. Broncos (4-5)

Pick: Broncos

Here are the biggest stories of week 10! We are proud to report that the single wing offense is now back in style, with everyone's favorite quarterback running it. The Dolphins got another win, but we're not talking about it because they beat the Redskins. The Chargers got completely thrown off by their fast start and now feel the need to make up for it. The Eagles are out of the playoffs. The Saints are back, capitalizing on their oppoents' mistakes. The only reason the 49ers are not the best team in the league is because the Packers are undefeated. Who'd have thought? 

Raiders v. Chargers (24-17)

What are these Chargers? They are skidding rapidly out of control. If they’re not careful, they will soon be out of the running entirely for the playoffs. One more loss and they may consider themselves done. They need to get it together. The Raiders, let by Carson Palmer, beat them? That shouldn’t be. I think it’s more that the Chargers beat themselves. They need to put more points on the board because their defense can’t hold a team to less than 17 points. They need to get out of this skid. But how, I couldn’t tell you. Oh here’s a thought—beat the teams you’re supposed to beat.

Cardinals v. Eagles (21-17)

The Eagles are done. Stick a fork in them, they’re done. It’s over for the dream team. These are big words, but I think after this, their sixth loss already of the season, it will be an unbelievable uphill climb. And I don’t think the Eagles are up to it. They have at least two more games (New England and New York Giants) that they have a very real chance of losing. And if they lose Vick, which it looks like they might, then it’s all over. Vince Young is not the answer. In fact, he’s the reason they’re in this ‘dream team’ hole. Sorry Philly. Try again next year.

Broncos v. Chiefs (17-10)

The single wing is back. And the Denver Broncos are running it, whether they know they are or not. It’s not a full traditional single week, but it is very similar. A strong, almost running back like, quarterback who gets the snap and can run, hand it off, or throw it. Tim Tebow had eight pass attempts and two completions. That’s it. And they won. Now, it was the Chiefs. But no one is prepared for this offense. It’s something that hasn’t been seen in the NFL. Vick was too much of a passer to be called a single wing tail back. But John Fox should dust off Pop Warner’s playbook, because it’s all the hope he had now.

Saints v. Falcons (26-23)

After the fluke at St. Louis, the Saints have been back on track. However, I would say that this game came down to two things—Mike Smith’s poor decision, brought on by his lack of faith in his defense to stop Drew Brees and the Atlanta Falcons’ offensive line’s inability to block anyone. A yard was all they needed. Couldn’t even come close to getting it. But New Orleans took the ball and won with a kicker who they called at back to school night to come kick for them. Imagine that.

Giants v. 49ers (20-27)

Who would have guessed that this would be a high powered, exciting match up? Oh and meaningful! But it lived up to expectations. Jim Harbaugh is becoming a daring coach, much like a Sean Payton. He’s shown faith in Alex Smith that no one has given him in a long time, probably since he was drafted. Harbaurgh seems to have figure out what got the last few 49ers coaches was what to do with him, how to get him to perform. With no off season and all! Alex Smith, you should give your Coach a big hug and an expensive watch—he just saved your career.