Vikings-Saints: Great way to get going
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09/08/2010 -
Maybe this time Brett Favre won't get picked off with victory in his grasp.
In as juicy a season opener as the NFL could provide, Favre marches the Minnesota Vikings into New Orleans on Thursday night for a reprise of January's NFC championship game.
The Saints and their long trod-upon fans get the opportunity to celebrate the franchise's first Super Bowl title, then the New Orleans defense tries to batter Favre the way it did in the 31-28 overtime win that sent the former Aints to the Super Bowl.
Favre sort of retired in the offseason before having left ankle surgery in May, then balked again about returning to Minnesota when the recovery was slower than he wanted.
But retirements never really last with the 40-year-old quarterback, and he's back behind center, making the Vikings one of the conference favorites.
The Saints are 4 1/2-point choices in this one. It should be a lights-out shootout if Favre still has the touch and Minnesota can protect him. The Saints don't have any such questions about their offense, led by Drew Brees throwing to a deep assortment of wide receivers, tight ends and running backs.
This could be the most emotional game in the Louisiana Superdome since the Saints returned a year after Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans. Yes, even more emotional than the game Favre gave away 7 1/2 months ago.
The result?
SAINTS 35-28
Miami (minus 2) at BuffaloBeware the road favorite early in the season? Not in this matchup, where Miami going to Orchard Park late in the season would be an equalizer, but not in September.
BEST BET: Dolphins 21, Bills 10
Baltimore (plus 3) at New York Jets (Monday night)The Jets talk about Super Bowls. The Ravens play like a team headed to a Super Bowl.
UPSET SPECIAL: RAVENS, 17-13
Dallas (minus 3) at WashingtonIs Donovan McNabb still haunted by visions of the Dallas defense after moving from Philly to DC? His last two games with the Eagles were lopsided losses to the Cowboys. This should be closer.
COWBOYS, 20-16
Cincinnati (plus 6) at New EnglandFans of playmaking wideouts have to love a matchup of T.O. and Ochocinco against Randy Moss and a stunningly fit Wes Welker coming off major knee surgery.
PATRIOTS, 31-28
Indianapolis (minus 3) at HoustonConcerns about the offensive line and the defense as a whole in Indy are offset by the Colts' dominance of this rivalry. Peyton Manning heads for a fifth MVP trophy.
COLTS 30-20
Green Bay (pick) at PhiladelphiaAre these teams headed in opposite directions? Green Bay has a chance to be special this year, while the Eagles are in something of a transition.
PACKERS 21-14
Atlanta (pick) at PittsburghFirst match of the critical four-game stretch for the Steelers without Ben Roethlisberger. Can the Steelers at least go 2-2 in that span? Tough way to start.
FALCONS, 14-10
San Francisco (minus 1) at SeattleUnder normal circumstances, Pete Carroll gets his players all fired up. In his return as an NFL head coach, the Seahawks could take off over Puget Sound by themselves.
SEAHAWKS, 21-20
San Diego (minus 5 1/2) at Kansas City (Monday night)Chargers could be vulnerable - in another division. But this won't be a rout.
CHARGERS 22-17
Carolina (plus 7) at New York GiantsPanthers tend to play very well in Meadowlands against Giants, but Big Blue is officially opening Big Gray - the New Meadowlands Stadium (until a sponsor claims naming rights to the $1.6 billion venue).
GIANTS, 17-16
Detroit (plus 7) at ChicagoSo tempting to go with Lions here against a troubled Bears squad. Detroit's last road win was in October 2007 - at Soldier Field.
LIONS, 20-7
Cleveland (plus 1) at Tampa BayNot so tempting with the Browns in matchup of coaches on the hot seat.
BUCCANEERS, 10-6
Denver (plus 1 1/2) at JacksonvilleHow much action does Tim Tebow get in his hometown in his NFL debut? Not enough to make a difference.
JAGUARS, 13-10
Oakland (plus 7) at TennesseeTitans believe they are ready to make noise again after a streaky 2009. Better start with a W here.
TITANS, 23-17
Arizona (minus 3 1/2) at St. LouisCardinals suddenly seem like Team Turmoil. They're still far too good for Rams.
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LaDainian Tomlinson Favorite to be 2007 NFL MVP
With the first NFL preseason game less than two weeks away, it is time to start thinking about football once again at MySportsbook.com. Reigning NFL MVP LaDainian Tomlinson is currently the 5-1 co-favorite to win the award again alongside Super Bowl MVP Peyton Manning.
This shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone after his all out assault on the record books last season. For those suffering from amnesia or were under a rock last football season, all L.T. did last season was set the NFL record for rushing touchdowns (28), total touchdowns (31) and total points scored (186) to go along with his 1815 rushing yards and 508 receiving yards. At 6-1, Tom Brady is next in line which isn’t surprising considering all of the firepower the Pats added over the off-season. With the addition of Randy Moss, Donte Stallworth and Wes Welker; it would be quite difficult for Brady’s numbers not to improve from last years 3529 yards and 24 touchdowns. There appears to be some decent value in Drew Bees at 10-1 considering he probably would have won the award last year if it wasn’t for L.T.’s record breaking season.
There is no reason to think the Saints will come back to earth this season and playing in a weak NFC, they should have as good a shot as any to represent the NFC in the Super Bowl. At 15-1, Donovan McNabb could also be worth a look. Remember, many felt he was the MVP of the first half of the season before going down with a season ending injury. Reportedly, he is in great shape and well ahead of schedule to return to form. Also, he could have some added motivation to put up big numbers this season with the Eagles using their first pick in the draft on McNabb’s future successor Kevin Kolb.
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How long Trent Green will remain sidelined is unknown. Coach Herm Edwards said Monday he will miss a second straight start Sunday when the Chiefs host the San Francisco 49ers.
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Oddsmakers at online sportsbook MySportsbook.com currently have the Chiefs listed as 7-point favorites versus the 49ers.
The 49ers got beat by Philadelphia 38-24 as a 6.5-point underdog last week. The combined score went OVER the posted over/under total (42.5).
Alex Smith completed 27-of-46 passes for 293 yards with a touchdown. Michael Robinson rushed for 29 yards and a pair of touchdowns on five carries.
The Chiefs lost 9-6 to Denver last week as an 11-point underdog. The combined score was well UNDER the posted over/under total (38).
Larry Johnson rushed for 126 yards on 27 carries. Damon Huard completed 17-of-23 passes for 133 yards with no touchdowns and no interceptions.
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