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AFC East
Patriots- (3-2) The team took a big pounding from the up and down Chargers in sunny California. The big offensive names in New England have all been pretty quiet without their starting quarterback, and someone will have to step up this week as they will be hosting the hot/cold Broncos on Monday night. With both teams coming off a loss, this game should have plenty of fireworks.
NY Jets- (3-2) Favre has helped add a lot of offense in New York, and a winning record too (this team went 4-12 last year). Thomas Jones finally explodes with his first 3 touchdowns of the year. Their defensive weaknesses did not show up against the Bungles, and the fans hope they wont show this week either as they travel to (1-4) Oakland. Brett and the Jets had better take advantage of the softest part of their schedule, which would be now.
Bills- (4-1) Buffalo should be rested after the bye week, and quarterback Trent Edwards should be ready, after he got a concussion from a nasty shot from Arizona safety Adrian Wilson. The next challenge is huge: the Chargers are coming to town, and after they whupped the Pats, would you want to play em?
Dolphins- (2-3) Took the Texans to the wire, but came up just short, as their special teams were anything but special. The defense gave up a QB sneak for the game winning touchdown on fourth down. Their schedule doesn't let up all year, but they have proven all ready that they will show up (and fight with all they have and more) for every game.

AFC North
Steelers- (4-1) It looks like the road to the Championship runs through Pittsburgh. The Steelers rested atop the division over their bye week, and now the game everyone is looking past; the Bungles, without starting quarterback Carson Palmer.
Browns- (2-3) That was one surprising butt-whooping the previously unbeaten (defending Super bowl champion) Giants received at the Dawg Pound in Cleveland on Monday night. Now that was what everyone was expecting from the Brownies when they picked them to win their division (before the season). The offense did not punt all game versus one of the NFL's best defenses, and the Browns defense not only showed up, they showed some serious backbone, stifling Eli and the G-men all night. Looks like Mr. Quinn will be seated for a while.
Ravens- (2-3) On the receiving end of their third straight loss, this one in Indianapolis (31-3). Ouch, anemic offense looks to start stepping in the right direction with a trip to Miami. Should be a good game with two pretty equal teams.
Bungles- (0-6) Palmer is hurt, and they could not win before he got hurt. This week the (4-1) Steelers come to town, better luck next year.

AFC South
Colts- (3-2) The offense seems to be back to normal after scoring 31 points in each of the last two games (both victories). This week Peyton takes the troops to Lambeau Field, for a trip to Mr. Rodgers neighborhood (3-3) Packers seemingly welcome the challengers, but can they challenge them?
Jaguars- (3-3) After a big win over the Broncos, Jacksonville will enjoy the bye week before gearing up for the Browns.
Titans- (5-0) Undefeated and coming of a bye week, what could be better? Oh yeah, a trip to Kansas City is always nice, especially when Larry Johnson will be inactive because he skipped a meeting over their bye week. ??Vince Young??
Texans- (1-4) Got the first win of the season in an up and down battle with the Dolphins, which went to the wire. Matt Shaub had a great game, including 379 yards passing, and the game winning touchdown on a sneak on fourth and goal.

AFC West
Chargers- (3-3) They looked like the team we all expected in a big win over New England. Now an even tougher task, with a trip to (4-1) Buffalo. The Bills are coming off a bye, and floating on cloud nine. This could be a great game as the Chargers look to get back on top by knocking Buffalo down a notch.
Broncos- (4-2) Lost a battle in Jacksonville 24-17, and now get a test in primetime, with a Monday night game in Foxborough, Mass. Denver looks to rebound before entering their bye week.
Oakland- (1-4) The Tom Cable show did not come in to good, as the Raiders got crushed in Nawlins' 34-3. The defenseless Davis's look to "just win baby" as the New York Bretts head into town, good luck with that!
Chiefs- (1-4) Herm Edwards seems like a real good guy, but he had better hope the owner is patient, or ?? (5-0) Tennessee comes to town with arguably the best defense in the NFL (at least the hardest hitting). Better luck next year.

NFC East
Cowboys- (4-2) Dallas is in a tough spot, but it is early in the season, and Romo's injury is looking to be less limiting than first expected. The Roy Williams acquisition was critical for both sides. The ex-Lion wide receiver is an amazing athlete with good size, and speed, and great hands. The Cowboys have threats across the board on offense, and pairing Terrell Owens and Roy Williams should give them the best WR tandem in football. This week the Boys travel to St. Louis, and they will be lead by seasoned veteran Brad Johnson.
Eagles- (3-3) A 40-26 comeback win, talk about a comeback. Philly is happy to get their early season bye this week, as they gear up to play Atlanta Oct. 26.
Redskins- (4-2) Lost at home to the Rams, that is all you have to say. They did sign Shaun Alexander, to pair with Clinton Portis. They should be motivated to play the suddenly offensive Browns.
Giants- (4-1) Much less imposing after getting beat down in Cleveland on Monday night. Something tells me that coach will get the Giants pumped up and ready to take on the 49ers in New York. Might not be a good game for the west coasters.

NFC North
Vikings- (3-3) Talk about a close game, the 12-10 win at home over the paper Lions didn't do much for the ego, but it sure did help the win column. The road gets rough with a trip to division foe Chicago (3-3). This should be a defensive game on both sides.
Packers- (3-3) Big win at offensively challenged Seattle put the Pack back on track, and just in time for a visit from the recharged Colts. Time to get compared to another future Hall of Famer, Mr. Rodgers.
Bears- (3-3) Humbling loss in Atlanta from a field goal as time expired, showed how da' Bears are the NFL's real life Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Should be able to get back to brass tacks against division rival Minnesota at Soldier Field.
Lions- (0-5) Close, but no cigar. At least they get to go to Houston, right?

NFC South
Panthers- (4-2) Demoralized in Tampa, not to mention physically beat down on offense. Carolina laid an egg in Tampa, and the Bucs' scrambled it, talk about smothered and covered, do you think Mr. Smith is a little sore this week? Panthers must rebound in a hurry as the Saints come marching in, with Reggie and Drew and maybe even Shockey on their high octane offense. Panthers have to get back on track now to not lose a step in the division race, which is all ready looking like a classic.
Falcons- (4-2) Just beat da' Bears on a last second field goal, everyone is now paying attention to Matty-ice- and the Falcons. Atlanta gets some rest this weekend with their bye, before playing in a big game in Philly on Oct. 26. The Falcons are showing that they are nobody's Vick-tim this year.
Buccaneers- (4-2) Took all the wind out of the Panthers (and maybe a couple ribs); in a big home win 27-3. Ego will get another lift as the offensive Seahawks (no quarterback, no wide receivers, no good) come to town.
Saints- (3-3) Stomped Oakland 34-3 to stay near the top of the division, for this weeks division match up in Carolina who must shake off the rust after they were romped in Tampa. Nawlins' offense is operating on a whole new level of proficiency in every game so far this year.

NFC West
Seattle- (1-4) No Offense, no win......... The trip to Tampa looks to be painful.
Cardinals- (4-2) Grandpa Warner has this offense on fire and the defense showed up in Dallas. The Cards are flying through the early season, but you know grandpa needs the rest from the bye this week before an Oct. 26 trip to Carolina.
49ers- (2-4) They were actually winning the game, before loosing to the Eagles 40-26. Now they go to New York to face the humbled Giants, might not be a good game for the Niners.
Rams- (1-4) No time to bask in the glory of season’s first win, in new coach Haslett's first game. The Cowboys are coming, but they might not have Tony Romo. No way the Rams win this game, right?

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