OFFICIAL NFL Week by Week Thread:

[YoungJRNY]

As far as John rooting for Houston, I don't blame you. If Pitt beats Miami then it's possible the Steelers see N.E in the playoffs and with a healthy Troy coming back, I don't think you want to see Pittsburgh. So, root for Houston.

Dude...if you seriously believe for one second that the Steelers scare me, you're more fucking delusional than the dopes who thought Augeri had a better voice than Perry. Polamalu isn't going to fix all the ails that team and as far as I know, he doesn't play special teams. While I'm not suggesting that the Steelers aren't capable of beating the Patriots, so is every other team in the NFL. The Steelers aren't making the playoffs and if they do, they'll be as big of a threat as the Bungles. They're a below average team who should be putting together a game plan for draft day, at this point.

Just sayin. It's very possible the Steelers see N.E and the Steelers I think matchup pretty damn well and can outmatch them.

[Ehwmatt]

Peyton Manning out. Looks like the Colts aren't caring about winning or losing. I really don't agree with this stategy, AT ALL. The undefeated thing isn't really an issue (as the Patriots proved). That said, EVERY season the Colts have rested guys, they haven't won a single playoff games. That's not a trend I would like to follow.

I don't agree with it either. They've got a bye week... plenty of time to rest then. I'd hate to lose my rhythm if I were a player

[RossValoryRocks]

John, I know Belichick doesn't believe in resting his starters...but do you think he might, not only to make sure they are healthy for the playoffs, but also becuase he doesn't want to give the Steelers ANY shot at getting to the Superbowl?

Just saying...if he can make sure they get knocked out then the Steelers have no chance of giving the Pats a run at team of the Decade (both with 3 SB wins).

[Saint John]

Peyton Manning out. Looks like the Colts aren't caring about winning or losing. I really don't agree with this stategy, AT ALL. The undefeated thing isn't really an issue (as the Patriots proved). That said, EVERY season the Colts have rested guys, they haven't won a single playoff games. That's not a trend I would like to follow.

I don't agree with it either. They've got a bye week... plenty of time to rest then. I'd hate to lose my rhythm if I were a player

Total dickbag move by their coach. Their playoff game isn't for 3 more fucking weeks! You get this shot once in a lifetime and you piss it away because you want Manning to rest/not get hurt? He hasn't missed a fucking game in like 10 years!!! Why even show up and play the fucking game? This is the first time I would actually advocate people throwing shit on the field (Well, not really, but I'd like to see the coach get hit with something ... perhaps common sense). What a bitch move on the coach's part.

[Ehwmatt]

Peyton Manning out. Looks like the Colts aren't caring about winning or losing. I really don't agree with this stategy, AT ALL. The undefeated thing isn't really an issue (as the Patriots proved). That said, EVERY season the Colts have rested guys, they haven't won a single playoff games. That's not a trend I would like to follow.

I don't agree with it either. They've got a bye week... plenty of time to rest then. I'd hate to lose my rhythm if I were a player

Total dickbag move by their coach. Their playoff game isn't for 3 more fucking weeks! You get this shot once in a lifetime and you piss it away because you want Manning to rest/not get hurt? He hasn't missed a fucking game in like 10 years!!! Why even show up and play the fucking game? This is the first time I would actually advocate people throwing shit on the field (Well, not really, but I'd like to see the coach get hit with something ... perhaps common sense). What a bitch move on the coach's part.

Well, Colts are down 29-15 now... Caldwell blew it. What a dickhead.

[Saint John]

Peyton Manning out. Looks like the Colts aren't caring about winning or losing. I really don't agree with this stategy, AT ALL. The undefeated thing isn't really an issue (as the Patriots proved). That said, EVERY season the Colts have rested guys, they haven't won a single playoff games. That's not a trend I would like to follow.

I don't agree with it either. They've got a bye week... plenty of time to rest then. I'd hate to lose my rhythm if I were a player

Total dickbag move by their coach. Their playoff game isn't for 3 more fucking weeks! You get this shot once in a lifetime and you piss it away because you want Manning to rest/not get hurt? He hasn't missed a fucking game in like 10 years!!! Why even show up and play the fucking game? This is the first time I would actually advocate people throwing shit on the field (Well, not really, but I'd like to see the coach get hit with something ... perhaps common sense). What a bitch move on the coach's part.

Well, Colts are down 29-15 now... Caldwell blew it. What a dickhead.

This was a very important game for them to win. Now they have absolutely nothing to play for against Buffalo ... zip, zero, zlich, nada. The easiest way for them to lose focus and get rusty? Lose today. Nice move, Foldwell.

[Ehwmatt]

Peyton Manning out. Looks like the Colts aren't caring about winning or losing. I really don't agree with this stategy, AT ALL. The undefeated thing isn't really an issue (as the Patriots proved). That said, EVERY season the Colts have rested guys, they haven't won a single playoff games. That's not a trend I would like to follow.

I don't agree with it either. They've got a bye week... plenty of time to rest then. I'd hate to lose my rhythm if I were a player

Total dickbag move by their coach. Their playoff game isn't for 3 more fucking weeks! You get this shot once in a lifetime and you piss it away because you want Manning to rest/not get hurt? He hasn't missed a fucking game in like 10 years!!! Why even show up and play the fucking game? This is the first time I would actually advocate people throwing shit on the field (Well, not really, but I'd like to see the coach get hit with something ... perhaps common sense). What a bitch move on the coach's part.

Well, Colts are down 29-15 now... Caldwell blew it. What a dickhead.

This was a very important game for them to win. Now they have absolutely nothing to play for against Buffalo ... zip, zero, zlich, nada. The easiest way for them to lose focus and get rusty? Lose today. Nice move, Foldwell.

I just don't understand... why rest today? These guys are professional athletes, finely tuned and oiled machines. They don't need four to five fuckin weeks to recover.

[YoungJRNY]

John, I know Belichick doesn't believe in resting his starters...but do you think he might, not only to make sure they are healthy for the playoffs, but also becuase he doesn't want to give the Steelers ANY shot at getting to the Superbowl?

Just saying...if he can make sure they get knocked out then the Steelers have no chance of giving the Pats a run at team of the Decade (both with 3 SB wins).

The Steelers need to beat Miami and hope Cinci and N.E wins. If that happens, Steelers are in. We'll see what both Cincy and N.E do.

[Maui Tom]

If I am a Ravens fan...I don't know what I do.....throwing furniture around for starters...

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Lets get a thing straight real quick. The Steelers needed this win WAY MORE than the Ravens did. Balty STILL controls their own destiny. All they need to do is beat Oakland and their in so I have no doubts the Ratbirds will be in. But more times than none, the Raiders played major spoiler this season and they could still beat Balty but I don't see it happening, but it can still be done. Now, with Bellicheat, I think he's going to start his players for at least a half. If there's a shot to win a 3rd seed over a 4th, common sense says go for the highest seed. Bellicheat is a prideful coach and I think they beat Houston. As far as John rooting for Houston, I don't blame you. If Pitt beats Miami then it's possible the Steelers see N.E in the playoffs and with a healthy Troy coming back, I don't think you want to see Pittsburgh. So, root for Houston.

If I'm a Ravens fan I am still throwing furniture...STFU Trav*

* Just giving my man shit

[Enigma869]

The Steelers need to beat Miami and hope Cinci and N.E wins. If that happens, Steelers are in. We'll see what both Cincy and N.E do.

I wouldn't have ANY confidence in the Bungles winning. They almost tanked it today against a bad Chiefs team and they really don't have much to play for either. Also, they're going against the Jets and if the Jets win, then they're in, so they have EVERYTHING to play for. Jets by 10.

[YoungJRNY]

The Steelers need to beat Miami and hope Cinci and N.E wins. If that happens, Steelers are in. We'll see what both Cincy and N.E do.

I wouldn't have ANY confidence in the Bungles winning. They almost tanked it today against a bad Chiefs team and they really don't have much to play for either. Also, they're going against the Jets and if the Jets win, then they're in, so they have EVERYTHING to play for. Jets by 10.

I would be confident in one of those teams winning, but both of them is a stretch. Here's hoping they take that #3 seed serious and come out and win, or Oakland upsets Balty. We'll see.

[Enigma869]

John, I know Belichick doesn't believe in resting his starters...but do you think he might, not only to make sure they are healthy for the playoffs, but also becuase he doesn't want to give the Steelers ANY shot at getting to the Superbowl?

Just saying...if he can make sure they get knocked out then the Steelers have no chance of giving the Pats a run at team of the Decade (both with 3 SB wins).

If Belichick rests anyone, it will be injured guys. I promise you that Belichick could give a fuck who is claiming "team of the decade". This dude always has tunnel vision for the next game and I've never once even heard him talk about a single Super Bowl that he's won or lost. He doesn't get caught up in what has happened. Not to mention, I don't think that there are three people outside of Pittsburgh who seriously believe that the Steelers would get anywhere near the Super Bowl this season without buying tickets to go as spectators. They are a VERY average team. For the record, I think the Patriots are only slightly better. The final point I'll make is that even if the Steelers got to and won the Super Bowl, that wouldn't move them past the Patriots for a decade of dominance. The Patriots still won more games over the decade and appeared in more Super Bowls!

[YoungJRNY]

John, I know Belichick doesn't believe in resting his starters...but do you think he might, not only to make sure they are healthy for the playoffs, but also becuase he doesn't want to give the Steelers ANY shot at getting to the Superbowl?

Just saying...if he can make sure they get knocked out then the Steelers have no chance of giving the Pats a run at team of the Decade (both with 3 SB wins).

If Belichick rests anyone, it will be injured guys. I promise you that Belichick could give a fuck who is claiming "team of the decade". This dude always has tunnel vision for the next game and I've never once even heard him talk about a single Super Bowl that he's won or lost. He doesn't get caught up in what has happened. Not to mention, I don't think that there are three people outside of Pittsburgh who seriously believe that the Steelers would get anywhere near the Super Bowl this season without buying tickets to go as spectators. They are a VERY average team. For the record, I think the Patriots are only slightly better. The final point I'll make is that even if the Steelers got to and won the Super Bowl, that wouldn't move them past the Patriots for a decade of dominance. The Patriots still won more games over the decade and appeared in more Super Bowls!

The Steelers would thump N.E if they won the Super Bowl. Not only that, but this would be the biggest turnaround in sports HISTORY for a champion to repeat in this fashion after losing to the 3 worst teams in the league, be out of it, but only to climb back as a 6th seed and be the 2nd team in the entire NFL and existence to win 2 Super Bowls as a 6th seed. Not only that but they would be 3-0 in this decade in Super Bowls. New England lost one, so the Steelers would easily beat N.E for team of the decade, esp since the Steelers would be winning 3 out of the last 5 Super Bowls. Still, I don't think it'll happen and I have a gut feeling the Steelers will miss the playoffs by a squeaker. Shame if they'll miss since I think they'd be as dangerous as S.D or Indy.

[Enigma869]

Not only that but they would be 3-0 in this decade in Super Bowls. New England lost one, so the Steelers would easily beat N.E for team of the decade, esp since the Steelers would be winning 3 out of the last 5 Super Bowls. Still, I don't think it'll happen and I have a gut feeling the Steelers will miss the playoffs by a squeaker.

Sorry fan boy but your from Shitsburgh, so of course that would be your opinion. I'm VERY certain that an objective football observer from neither New England nor Pittsburgh would disagree with you. The Steelers may not of lost a Super Bowl in the decade, but that still doesn't change the fact that they would have gotten to one fewer Super Bowl in the decade. They also won about 15 fewer games during the decade, and I'm reasonably certain they didn't have a 16-0 regular season during the decade. Enjoy the golf course and High School Musical

[YoungJRNY]

Not only that but they would be 3-0 in this decade in Super Bowls. New England lost one, so the Steelers would easily beat N.E for team of the decade, esp since the Steelers would be winning 3 out of the last 5 Super Bowls. Still, I don't think it'll happen and I have a gut feeling the Steelers will miss the playoffs by a squeaker.

Sorry fan boy but your from Shitsburgh, so of course that would be your opinion. I'm VERY certain that an objective football observer from neither New England nor Pittsburgh would disagree with you. The Steelers may not of lost a Super Bowl in the decade, but that still doesn't change the fact that they would have gotten to one fewer Super Bowl in the decade. They also won about 15 fewer games during the decade, and I'm reasonably certain they didn't have a 16-0 regular season during the decade. Enjoy the golf course and High School Musical

Noone cares, but do you ever listen to yourself? You're a damn hypocrite. You're the biggest fanboy in your own right. The Patriots got CAUGHT cheating, lost a Superbowl, and haven't won a Super Bowl in 5 years. Get over it, the Pats would lose miserably if Pitt wins, but like I said, the Steelers will probably be sitting at home since I don't see 2/2 (Bungles and Cheatriots) wining! One will lose, thus eliminating the Steelers. That means the Steelers would gift wrap the Pats as team of the decade*. Hope I'm wrong.

[Enigma869]

Hope I'm wrong.

You won't be! Now, go take a nap for the next few months to get ready for that great Pirates team. I think I read that they're the favorite to win the World Series this upcoming season. Go Bucs

[YoungJRNY]

Hope I'm wrong.

You won't be! Now, go take a nap for the next few months to get ready for that great Pirates team. I think I read that they're the favorite to win the World Series this upcoming season. Go Bucs

Not over to the fat ladies sings Chowder fan.

[Enigma869]

Not over to the fat ladies sings Chowder fan.

Chowder SUCKS!

[Maui Tom]

how can you guys go toe to toe over THIS when Niners over Lions is THE story of the day?

[Enigma869]

how can you guys go toe to toe over THIS when Niners over Lions is THE story of the day?

Nobody beating the Lions is EVER news! Maybe one of these days, they'll wake up and realize that they're a football team and not a shit GM product they make in that city!

[YoungJRNY]

Logic says that both the Bengals and Patriots are playing for the 3 seed, and home advantage if they both win their first playoff games, then second. So they will both want to win Sunday for the chance of hosting an AFC Title Game should both go on to win in the playoffs.

That's the goal for both of them. Neither have the 3 seed "locked up" yet. If they were already locks, sure I could see them resting and tanking but it isn't locked yet. So they both actually have a reason to play.

[RossValoryRocks]

Here's a nifty little tool...

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/playoffscen ... tStandings

[squirt1]

Bengals v Jets time change- Next Sunday night on NBC @ 8:30

[Ehwmatt]

07 Patriot Teddy Bruschi's take on Caldwell's decision today:

http://sports.espn.go.com/boston/nfl/co ... id=4775238

I totally agree with his thoughts.

[YoungJRNY]

Bengals v Jets time change- Next Sunday night on NBC @ 8:30

The Steelers won't know if they'll be in until fuckin MIDNIGHT Sunday Night! Going to be a loooong day. Cincy is going to throw it and rest up since they'll know what N.E did earlier so they knock us out, I fuckin' guarantee it, unless Oakland beats Balty!

The Jets completely lucked out. They needed to win the last 2 games against quality opponents to get in and they both are going to end up sitting their starters. I've never seen a team get this lucky and have to win against backups 2 weeks in a row to get in. Lucky, because over at Bengals and Patriots forums, the fans are SCARED TO DEATH to see Pittsburgh. Lucked out with this flex schedule!

[Enigma869]

. Lucky, because over at Bengals and Patriots forums, the fans are SCARED TO DEATH to see Pittsburgh.

I'm shaking in my boots. San Diego doesn't scare me. Indianapolis doesn't scare me. It's all about Shitsburgh I'll make a prediction right now...Both the Bengals and the Patriots lose next weekend. The reality is that if you finish with the 4th seed, you play the Colts if you win your first game. If you finish with the third seed, you play San Diego. I'd personally rather face the Colts and I suspect Belichick feels the same way. If Brady plays on Sunday, I suspect he won't be in there at all in the second half and I wouldn't be stunned if Belichick pulled him before halftime or didn't play him at all.

[Rockindeano]

. Lucky, because over at Bengals and Patriots forums, the fans are SCARED TO DEATH to see Pittsburgh.

I'm shaking in my boots. San Diego doesn't scare me. Indianapolis doesn't scare me. It's all about Shitsburgh I'll make a prediction right now...Both the Bengals and the Patriots lose next weekend. The reality is that if you finish with the 4th seed, you play the Colts if you win your first game. If you finish with the third seed, you play San Diego. I'd personally rather face the Colts and I suspect Belichick feels the same way. If Brady plays on Sunday, I suspect he won't be in there at all in the second half and I wouldn't be stunned if Belichick pulled him before halftime or didn't play him at all.

Have to agree with JiB. Pittsburgh isn't scaring anyone. They just aren't that good.

I guarantee you Indy wants no part of San Diego though!

[Enigma869]

07 Patriot Teddy Bruschi's take on Caldwell's decision today:

http://sports.espn.go.com/boston/nfl/co ... id=4775238

I totally agree with his thoughts.

I couldn't agree with Bruschi more. When the Colts pulled their big guns, my immediate thought was "What a bunch of pussies". They simply ran away from the pressure. Remember, this was the first week the entire season that the Colts were the only undefeated team. There was very little pressure on the Colts or the Saints just by virtue of there being two teams who were undefeated. I honestly think they may have lost that game yesterday either way, but just wanted to give themselves an excuse. I hope those pussies lose in the playoffs!

[Enigma869]

What are the chances the Bengals and Jets play two weeks in a row?

They're probably quite high, which is just another reason I think the Bengals are going to completely tank this game on Sunday. You definitely don't want to show your cards to a team you might play in a playoff game a week later. By the way, if I were a Bengals fan, that's the playoff matchup I'd be hoping for because I think it's the only playoff game they would have any shot of winning, unless Shitsburgh managed to get in!

[lights1961]

GREAT weekend as the Packers won. ITs all that matters... hehe... I dont think they will get very far once the playoffs start... but you never know! THE WEEKEND will be complete if the Vikes blow up ( I mean implode) against the Bears tonight in Chicago.