Wow. While incredibly funny, I was hoping they'd stay out of it for now and save a joke like this for the post-game conference.
Welker getting into it now?
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/01/13/wes-welker-likes-his-foot-metaphors/
Mad about what? I didn't expect the Colts to win. I am happy I can sit back and watch the game with no vested interest and no matter who wins or loses, I'll get to enjoy the carnage on ATOT following the game. :awe:
Heck, I even said earlier this season that I wanted the Pats to smack the Jets hard in their second meeting and then I wanted the Jets to beat the Pats in the playoffs. I don't think it will happen but hilarity will ensue with either outcome, so I am cool.
Probably because he was too busy holding his nose.Even if it is justified, it still makes him a bitch. You don't see Big Ben pointing his finger at Suggs after getting smacked in the face breaking his nose.
BAHAHAHAHAHAH was this on national TV? I hope so, that's absolutely hilarious
BAHAHAHAHAHAH was this on national TV? I hope so, that's absolutely hilarious
Looking forward to watching the Steelers' overrated quarterback run around like it's sandlot football and hear the announcers kiss his ass.
I'll buck the trend and go for the Hawks. I honestly think they have a chance after seeing what they did Saturday and it'd make for a great upset. A regular season loser in the NFC championship. The hawks clearly WANTED it more and that will carry over into this game, Carol is a hell of a motivator.
Packers run game looked quite stepped up as well. I think the baltimore/pitt game is too close to call and should be epic.
Pitt
Green Bay
Seattle
New England
Anyone who thinks Seattle can pull another one off, this time at Soldierfield instead of their cozy stadium, are purely delusional.
The Seachickens still aren't .500 even after winning a playoff game, even if it was the first playoff game won by a sub .500 team.
Anyone who thinks Seattle can pull another one off, this time at Soldierfield instead of their cozy stadium, are purely delusional.
The Seachickens still aren't .500 even after winning a playoff game, even if it was the first playoff game won by a sub .500 team.
I have irrefutable proof that the Patriots are going to go to the Super Bowl. The last 6 AFC representatives, in order, are: Patriots, Steelers, Colts, Patriots, Steelers, Colts.
Clearly the pattern is ready to repeat with the Patriots.
I didn't see that, and yours is incomplete anyway.
I didn't see that, and yours is incomplete anyway.
during that time span the nfc has been
Eagles -> Seahawks -> Bears -> Giants -> Cardinals -> Saints
which means the team most likely to reach the superbowl is beyond me
Peter King, Sports Illustrated: Patriots 30, Jets 17. "I like the Patriots here for many reasons -- average margin of victory in 8-0 run at end of season: 22.0 points -- but this is a strange rivalry, and the Jets have proven they can grind it out against New England, having rushed for 104, 117, 136 and 152 against the Pats in the past four meetings. That's the Jets' hope: control the clock, give it to Shonn Greene/LaDainian Tomlinson, and limit Brady's possessions. But Brady's just playing too well, with too many places to go with the ball, to think he can be held down now."
ESPN.com staff: Six out of eight pick the Pats.
Globe staff: Three out of four pick New England. (Patriots by 8 1/2).
Mark Cannizzaro, New York Post: Patriots 31, Jets 27. "The Jets don't have the defense to stop Tom Brady enough to win this game. Brady, with all his weapons, will make just enough plays. The Jets will run, hit some big passes and keep this closer than last time, but it won't be enough to overtake Brady, who is on a magical roll."
Hank Gola, New York Daily News: Patriots 30, Jets 20. "If Antontio Cromartie doesn't make that 46-yard kickoff return with under a minute left, the Jets don't beat the Colts. That's how important special teams were last week and will be again Sunday. Even with Brad Smith out, the Jets' return teams are a force, especially since Shayne Graham's kickoffs rarely reach the 5-yard line. And if the Jets' offense can't match points with Brady, maybe they can get a score out of their special teams."
Cold, Hard Football Facts: Patriots 30, Jets 19. "It's not beyond the realm of possibility that New York's offensive line controls the clock and keeps Brady off the field long enough to hold New England's point total down to a manageable level. But a lot of things have to go right for the Jets to win this game, and controlling the clock with their ground game is just one of them. A career performance out of Sanchez is more important. Remember, the Jets won the first game handily back in September not because they... yawn..."established the run." They won handily back in September because Sanchez unleashed the best game of his career (124.3 passer rating, 3 TD passes). Barring Sanchez's greatest performance ever, Brady and the Patriots simply have too much firepower for the Jets."
Pete Prisco, CBS Sports: Patriots 30, Jets 17. "The final game of the weekend matches two teams that spilt during the regular season, each winning on their home field. The Patriots mauled the Jets when they played in Foxboro in November. They did so with Tom Brady picking apart the inside of the Jets defense. The Jets will adjust, but I don't think they rush the passer well enough to slow Brady. He will have time to find open receivers. That will put a lot of pressure on Mark Sanchez on the other side. He is more of a game manager than a guy who can go throw-for-throw with Brady. That's why running the ball is so important for the Jets. It will keep the pressure off Sanchez, but it will also keep the ball away from Brady."
CBS Sports.com staff: Patriots across the board.
Sporting News staff: Patriots across the board.
Mike Florio, ProFootballTalk.com: Patriots 30, Jets 21. "Early in the week, I planned to pick the Jets. The Pats ran up the score when the two teams played in December, hoping to spark a tailspin that would wash the Jets right out of the playoffs. But the Jets have been chattering too much, and the Patriots will now be even more motivated to repeat the outcome of the Monday night massacre. Though it won't nearly be so lopsided this time around, these two teams have different agendas. The Jets are determined to beat the Pats, and the Pats are determined to beat the NFC representative in the Super Bowl."
Gregg Rosenthal, ProFootballTalk.com: Patriots 27, Jets 14. "Until the 45-3 whitewash, Rex Ryan's Jets gave Tom Bradyproblems. Brady' numbers in his first three games against Ryan as Jets coach: 57% completion, 6.24 yards-per-attempt, three touchdowns, and three interceptions. Don't be shocked if the Jets defense makes life difficult on Brady for a while. My concern for New York is more about Mark Sanchez's wild throws against a turnover-crazy Patriots defense that held opponents under 10 points four times in New England's last five games."
Greg Cote, Miami Herald: Patriots 31, Jets 20. "Sunday's late game wrapping up the weekend certainly is the loudest, most-hyped matchup, thanks to the blathering of Jets coach Rex Ryan and corner Antonio Cromartie. But it won't be the most competitive game. The home team in this series is 4-0 since Ryan's arrival reinvigorated the rivalry, and Patriots enjoy the best home-field advantage in the NFL. That's largely due to QB Tom Brady, who will have time for a bubble bath in the pocket because the Planes do not have the pass rush to penetrate England's stout O-line and get Brady out of his comfort zone. NYJ ran for 288 yards in two regular-season meetings but will be hampered this time by injury loss of tackle Damien Woody. Jets were humiliated by host Pats 45-3 in Week 13 and will be eyeing revenge. Ryan says he had his guys watch film of that loss every day this week to inspire them. Hmm. It also reminded them how much better the Patriots really are."
Pete Schrager, Foxsports.com: Patriots 27, Jets 17. "I can see Rex's boys putting up a better fight than they did in their last two regular season efforts in New England, but still coming up short. In the end, Rex will end up putting . . . wait for it . . . his foot in his mouth. Had to go there? Yeah, sorry, I did. Pats move on to the AFC Championship Game."
R.J. White, NFL FanHouse: Patriots 31, Jets 24. "The Jets certainly have gained momentum by dispatching of the team that eliminated them in last season's playoffs, but will momentum and familiarity be enough to counteract the Patriots? Expect the Jets to rise to the occasion, but the Patriots are just too good to beat at home"
USA Today staff: Patriots across the board.
Yahoo! sports staff: Patriots across the board.
Joe Namath: Not entirely sure.