Round 1

[Wise and Wiser]

TENNESSEE +10

San Diego is overvalued as usual. Huge coaching advantage for Tennessee (Fisher vs. Turner). I don't care if Young plays or not. In fact, I think Collins gives the Titans a better chance to win this game. I would not be surprised in the least bit if Tennessee wins this straight up.

Good luck!

 

[Wise and Wiser]

PITTSBURGH +120

Revenge game for the Steelers. I can't bet on a warm weather team (Jacksonville) to win twice in the same season at Pittsburgh. Playoff experience wins this game for Pittsburgh.

Good luck!

 

[swonger]

looking forward to your thoughts on the other two wildcard matchups. best of luck.

 

[Destructor D]

My thoughts exactly... Pitt was laying 3 or 3.5 the last time they played and I realize they don't have Willie Parker, but Pitt +3 @ home still has value... I would wait on the ML as it's going up.
Currently +135 at some offshore books.

Agree on Titans as well and like your thoughts. I'm waiting on this game as I would expect the line to continue going upwards.

 

[big papi]

On Pitt as well!

 

[gambinoshark]

i may be a homer but i like pittsburgh as well...

think ben's playoff experience vs. garrards will be the deciding factor......

although i twould feel a lot better if troy is able to make it through a practice today so he can play!!!

 

[Wise and Wiser]

TAMPA BAY -140

I don't know about you guys, but I feel a hell of a lot safer with my money riding on Garcia rather than Eli. It doesn't help that Manning's favorite target (Shockey) won't suit up. Gruden has been resting his key players (Garcia, Galloway, Hilliard) for three weeks now, and the Giants come into this contest a little banged up. New York is a public dog this weekend, which makes me want to back the small home favorite even more.

Good luck!

 

[Wise and Wiser]

"The Chargers are hot!"

I've been hearing this a lot recently. Yes, they are hot, but let's look at their 6 game win streak:

Ravens
Chiefs
Titans
Lions
Broncos
Raiders

Only one quality win (Tennessee) during this streak, and San Diego won that game in OT. The Chargers are a public darling, only New England and Indy are more public in the AFC, and there's no way they're covering this ridiculous number!

 

[c20916]

PITTSBURGH +120

Revenge game for the Steelers. I can't bet on a warm weather team (Jacksonville) to win twice in the same season at Pittsburgh. Playoff experience wins this game for Pittsburgh.

Good luck!

you maybe on the right side, but I don't think it will be b/c of the weather, this game might acutally be warmer than the previous one they played.

 

[BigFatLooza]

I love betting on underdogs myself and Tennessee is the biggest dog this weekend. I'd love to drop big on Tennessee as well, but I'm worried after reading that Bo Scaife (lacerated liver against Colts) and Roydell Williams (injured ankle @ practice) are both OUT for this game. I'm also worried about Young's gimpy leg. I'm not sure if the Titans are going to be able to put up enough points to cover this game....

 

[Wise and Wiser]

SEATTLE -3 (-120)

Can't pass on Hasselbeck and the Hawks laying a field goal at home. It's going to be windy and rainy, which favors the Hawks because they're accustomed to playing in these conditions. Not to mention, the noise level in that stadium is unbelievable! Collins should have a difficult time keeping the offense in sync. First time quarterbacks in the post-season don't fare too well historically. The Skins' magic carpet ride comes to an end today.

Good luck!

 

[3 Seconds]

With you on 3 of these Wise. I just cant bet on a crippled Titans team on the road.

I think SD makes it to the AFC championship for a re-match w/ the Pats....

 

[Wise and Wiser]

The biggest fade I know likes Washington and Jacksonville. Makes me feel better about my plays!

 

[lohengrin]

Think Plexiglass is Eli's fav target :shrug: