The Steelers are favored by either four or four-and-a-half points, more than the three points they get for home field. [...] But it’s time for the Vikings to lose (yes, I’ve said that before.) If not for Brett Favre and Greg Lewis, they would have lost to San Francisco. [1]
The Steelers are 26th in the NFL in third-down conversion percentage defense (41.8). [...] Pittsburgh’s inability to get off the field on defense in third-down situations has played a role in their 1-5 ATS record this season. [...] Viewers are specifically warned that they should inquire into the legality of participating in any games and/or activities offered by such other sites. [2]
Not sure how pure the NFL is… rotten calls week after week that determine who wins or losses… but it’s the same as it’s always been… entertainment. [1]
The Jets turned this dubious feat last Sunday but the league’s second-ranked rushing offense should be poised for another big day on the ground again this week. [2]
The Vikings’ three road games have been at Cleveland, Detroit and St. Louis, who have two wins among them this season. [...] Just as the Saints had a week off to prepare for the Giants in last week’s battle of the unbeatens, the Dolphins had their bye week before this game. [1]
The Vikings are third in the NFL in third-down conversion percentage at 46.4. [...] His ability to convert on third-downs has arguably been the biggest key to Minnesota’s improved passing game in 2009. [...] Journeyman Ryan Fitzpatrick will be under center for the Bills this week. [2]
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The Raiders are 28th in the NFL in rushing defense. [...] Off of a bye week, the undefeated Colts will be fresh and eager to get back on the field. [2]
Sources:
[1] Week 7 NFL Picks: Brett’s Boys Due For A Loss — NFL FanHouse
[2] NFL Week 7’s biggest betting mismatches – 10-24-2009
[3] Scoreboard – NFL.com
