NFL YTD (10-2)
and it's probably not what you would think...
Eagles (+4) I think this is one of those games that looks too easy on paper. The Hawks at 9-2 only favored by 4 against the Eagles??? Oh come on?! That's an easy winner, right?! I don't think so. I watch the Seahawks every week, and here are a few things to keep in mind...
1) The Seahawks are not a good road team. They can beat anyone at home, but a bet on the Seahawks on the road is ALWAYS a dicey proposition, especially when they're laying points.
2) They are due to lay an egg. They have won 7 in a row and are due for a letdown. You would think that wouldn't happen on an MNF game, but I've seen them do a lot worse.
3) Their D isn't nearly as good as you might think. They have managed to put up some decent stats, but their defense is far from great. It doesn't help that they consistently play soft zone coverages as well. They are the epitome of a bend but don't break D. The Eagles should be able to put some points up on them.
Last note... I know a lot of people will think that with Alexander's stats, the cold weather and the snow, the 'Hawks will just pound the ball behind Hutch and Jones all night long. I just don't see that happening. I think the Eagles will be pumped tonight and will do a good job of taking away their run game. One thing about Alexander, he is pretty fragile mentally. If he gets off to a slow start, and the other team's D roughs him up, you can pretty much count on him having a bad game. When his confidence takes a hit he's nothing to write home about. He's a very good running back, but toughness isn't a quality he possesses. I'm taking the points and think the Eagles may just get the outright.
Good luck everyone...
and it's probably not what you would think...
Eagles (+4) I think this is one of those games that looks too easy on paper. The Hawks at 9-2 only favored by 4 against the Eagles??? Oh come on?! That's an easy winner, right?! I don't think so. I watch the Seahawks every week, and here are a few things to keep in mind...
1) The Seahawks are not a good road team. They can beat anyone at home, but a bet on the Seahawks on the road is ALWAYS a dicey proposition, especially when they're laying points.
2) They are due to lay an egg. They have won 7 in a row and are due for a letdown. You would think that wouldn't happen on an MNF game, but I've seen them do a lot worse.
3) Their D isn't nearly as good as you might think. They have managed to put up some decent stats, but their defense is far from great. It doesn't help that they consistently play soft zone coverages as well. They are the epitome of a bend but don't break D. The Eagles should be able to put some points up on them.
Last note... I know a lot of people will think that with Alexander's stats, the cold weather and the snow, the 'Hawks will just pound the ball behind Hutch and Jones all night long. I just don't see that happening. I think the Eagles will be pumped tonight and will do a good job of taking away their run game. One thing about Alexander, he is pretty fragile mentally. If he gets off to a slow start, and the other team's D roughs him up, you can pretty much count on him having a bad game. When his confidence takes a hit he's nothing to write home about. He's a very good running back, but toughness isn't a quality he possesses. I'm taking the points and think the Eagles may just get the outright.
Good luck everyone...
