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Final NFL Season Record: 128-90-5
Final Playoff Record: 18-8-1
Well, This is it! The final game of the year. It's been a profitable season and I've enjoyed the banter of this forum. Thanks to everyone who posted selections in my strongest play thread and to those who shared their opinions and comments in my own. Let's try to go out on top......
Indy M/L (-245) Win
Indy -5.5 (-130) Win
Over 46.5 (-130) Loss missed extra point hurt
Indy +.5 & Over 41 (2 team teaser) Win
Took me the majority of the past two weeks to make these selections with confidence. Quite honestly, I don't believe the Bears stand much chance to win this game and will bet the Colts heavy on the money line.
The opening number of 7 had me a bit puzzled. The Bears could certainly stay within that number right? I've looked at this contest from every angle and know the stats. The bottom line for me is Peyton Manning and playoff experience. This team has paid their dues. Only one other NFL team has more playoff victories over the past 5 seasons (New England).
No doubt Chicago should be able to exploit the rush defense of Indy, but what happens if they don't? For whatever reason, this season long league leading worst defense has been able to dominate their competition during these playoffs. And what about the dominating defense of Chicago? Down the stretch they have looked very average.
I don't think Chicago will get much pressure on Manning and with all the weapons at his disposal will move the ball up and down field with ease. The Bears have prov en the run can and will set up some nice play action down field for Grossman that should lead to some scores. Special teams should give Chicago some nice field position as well. Alot depends on what happens in the red zone, but think Indy should be able to win by at least 2 Adam Vinatieri fg's. Heard on Fox Sports radio that Chicago had the 28th ranked D over the past 6 weeks while Indy was 10th over the same time frame. Peyton Manning is 26-2 SU vs teams who run the Tampa 2 .Will put a decent size wager on the Colts -5.5. & play the teaser heavy.
Bottom line....I expect some points to be scored in this one. Manning should break out of his slump and I think Harrison will have a big game. Could go on and on breaking down this contest....Even If Chicago keeps it close, I'll take Manning over Grossman to win the Superbowl any day of the week.
Win or lose, it's been one hell of a season!
Best of luck to Everyone....
Final Playoff Record: 18-8-1
Well, This is it! The final game of the year. It's been a profitable season and I've enjoyed the banter of this forum. Thanks to everyone who posted selections in my strongest play thread and to those who shared their opinions and comments in my own. Let's try to go out on top......
Indy M/L (-245) Win
Indy -5.5 (-130) Win
Over 46.5 (-130) Loss missed extra point hurt
Indy +.5 & Over 41 (2 team teaser) Win
Took me the majority of the past two weeks to make these selections with confidence. Quite honestly, I don't believe the Bears stand much chance to win this game and will bet the Colts heavy on the money line.
The opening number of 7 had me a bit puzzled. The Bears could certainly stay within that number right? I've looked at this contest from every angle and know the stats. The bottom line for me is Peyton Manning and playoff experience. This team has paid their dues. Only one other NFL team has more playoff victories over the past 5 seasons (New England).
No doubt Chicago should be able to exploit the rush defense of Indy, but what happens if they don't? For whatever reason, this season long league leading worst defense has been able to dominate their competition during these playoffs. And what about the dominating defense of Chicago? Down the stretch they have looked very average.
I don't think Chicago will get much pressure on Manning and with all the weapons at his disposal will move the ball up and down field with ease. The Bears have prov en the run can and will set up some nice play action down field for Grossman that should lead to some scores. Special teams should give Chicago some nice field position as well. Alot depends on what happens in the red zone, but think Indy should be able to win by at least 2 Adam Vinatieri fg's. Heard on Fox Sports radio that Chicago had the 28th ranked D over the past 6 weeks while Indy was 10th over the same time frame. Peyton Manning is 26-2 SU vs teams who run the Tampa 2 .Will put a decent size wager on the Colts -5.5. & play the teaser heavy.
Bottom line....I expect some points to be scored in this one. Manning should break out of his slump and I think Harrison will have a big game. Could go on and on breaking down this contest....Even If Chicago keeps it close, I'll take Manning over Grossman to win the Superbowl any day of the week.
Win or lose, it's been one hell of a season!
Best of luck to Everyone....
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