shelby
10-18-2008, 08:28 AM
This week's letter comes from a little girl named Lucy in Anchorage, Alaska.
"Dear Mr. Buffalo, Why is everyone obsessed with Tony Romo's pinkie, Jerry Jones, and the guy named after a yellow, pill popping sphere?"
That's an excellent question, Lucy! You see, a long time ago, there was a large battle between Heaven and Hell. Lucifer, a rebellious angel, was cast to the Lake of Fire by God, and now resides in Hell. We call him the devil. I've tried contacting Wikipedia, so that they can accurately fix their Christian definition of the devil. It is as so:
"In the Bible, the devil is identified with the serpent in the Garden of Eden, the dragon in the Book of Revelations, the tempter of the Gospels, and the owner of the Dallas Cowboys." (Note: the italics is what they won't let me add.)
Satan (aka Mr. Jones) likes to ascend from Hell to gather his demons (Terrell Owens, Tank Johnson, Adam Jones, Michael Irvin) in the heat of the south where they all feel comfortable. Since religion is an important aspect of American culture and life, the media and ESPN (purgatory) like to point out what NOT to do.
Tony Romo's pinkie, on the other hand, well... who cares? Kevin Everett severs his spine, and Tony Romo breaks his pinkie and we're holding a candle-light vigil? Look. The acquisition of Roy Williams was fantastic, but if you would rather harp about a guy who gets drunk, beats up his own security guard, and isn't even that good of a football player, then more power to you.
ON TO THE PICKS!
Buffalo Bills (4-1) @ San Diego Chargers (3-3)
Haven't we seen this with the Chargers before? Start off slow, only to come on in October and make a strong playoff run? LaDanian Tomlinson is still on this team, and although Philip Rivers is one of the most overrated QB's in the NFL (according to Sport Illustrated), he's putting up some strong, impressive numbers this year. The Bills are 4-1, but people are still waiting for something more. Trent Edwards and Roscoe Parrish return this week, which brings explosiveness to the Special Teams, and the necessary leadership to the offense. The key matchup this week is Darren Sproles and LaDanian Tomlinson versus Paul Posluszny. If the Bills can stop the Chargers offense, and Trent Edwards doesn't get knocked out again, this could be a big W for the Bills, and may start people Billieving.
Buffalo 23, San Diego 16
Denver Broncos (4-2) @ New England Patriots* (3-2)
Oh, how things have changed. Last time these two teams met, Jake Plummer threw two touchdowns to Javon Walker for a 17-7 win. Jay Cutler is at the helm now, and Brandon Marshall should be the one on the receiving end of those touchdowns. The explosion that is Denver's passing game should tear apart a secondary that was exploited by the Chargers last week. A strong pass rush by the Patriots* could thwart it, and help give Deltha O'Neal some time to actually cover a receiver. That's a hefty order to fill when the Denver Broncos have only let up 2 sacks this year. Matt Cassel jerseys aren't selling too well, and LaMont Jordan/Kevin Faulk/Laurence Maroney/Sammy Morris doesn't seem like the feared group it should be. The Broncos should win this one easy, depending on what film Bill Belichek has on them.
Denver 31, New England 21
Indianapolis Colts (3-2) @ Green Bay Packers (3-3)
Why would I do a write up on what the media will be talking about all weekend and all next week? Well, because I try to do at least three a week... Peyton versus Aaron may be looked at as a great matchup in years to come. Both teams are struggling with injuries, and this could be an unbelievable shoot out. Expect the Pack to run the ball, and Magic Manning to pass all over the depleted Packers secondary.
Green Bay 26, Indianapolis 24
more... (http://www.billszone.com/mtlog/archives/2008/10/18/timothy_buffalo_youngs_week_7_picks.php)
"Dear Mr. Buffalo, Why is everyone obsessed with Tony Romo's pinkie, Jerry Jones, and the guy named after a yellow, pill popping sphere?"
That's an excellent question, Lucy! You see, a long time ago, there was a large battle between Heaven and Hell. Lucifer, a rebellious angel, was cast to the Lake of Fire by God, and now resides in Hell. We call him the devil. I've tried contacting Wikipedia, so that they can accurately fix their Christian definition of the devil. It is as so:
"In the Bible, the devil is identified with the serpent in the Garden of Eden, the dragon in the Book of Revelations, the tempter of the Gospels, and the owner of the Dallas Cowboys." (Note: the italics is what they won't let me add.)
Satan (aka Mr. Jones) likes to ascend from Hell to gather his demons (Terrell Owens, Tank Johnson, Adam Jones, Michael Irvin) in the heat of the south where they all feel comfortable. Since religion is an important aspect of American culture and life, the media and ESPN (purgatory) like to point out what NOT to do.
Tony Romo's pinkie, on the other hand, well... who cares? Kevin Everett severs his spine, and Tony Romo breaks his pinkie and we're holding a candle-light vigil? Look. The acquisition of Roy Williams was fantastic, but if you would rather harp about a guy who gets drunk, beats up his own security guard, and isn't even that good of a football player, then more power to you.
ON TO THE PICKS!
Buffalo Bills (4-1) @ San Diego Chargers (3-3)
Haven't we seen this with the Chargers before? Start off slow, only to come on in October and make a strong playoff run? LaDanian Tomlinson is still on this team, and although Philip Rivers is one of the most overrated QB's in the NFL (according to Sport Illustrated), he's putting up some strong, impressive numbers this year. The Bills are 4-1, but people are still waiting for something more. Trent Edwards and Roscoe Parrish return this week, which brings explosiveness to the Special Teams, and the necessary leadership to the offense. The key matchup this week is Darren Sproles and LaDanian Tomlinson versus Paul Posluszny. If the Bills can stop the Chargers offense, and Trent Edwards doesn't get knocked out again, this could be a big W for the Bills, and may start people Billieving.
Buffalo 23, San Diego 16
Denver Broncos (4-2) @ New England Patriots* (3-2)
Oh, how things have changed. Last time these two teams met, Jake Plummer threw two touchdowns to Javon Walker for a 17-7 win. Jay Cutler is at the helm now, and Brandon Marshall should be the one on the receiving end of those touchdowns. The explosion that is Denver's passing game should tear apart a secondary that was exploited by the Chargers last week. A strong pass rush by the Patriots* could thwart it, and help give Deltha O'Neal some time to actually cover a receiver. That's a hefty order to fill when the Denver Broncos have only let up 2 sacks this year. Matt Cassel jerseys aren't selling too well, and LaMont Jordan/Kevin Faulk/Laurence Maroney/Sammy Morris doesn't seem like the feared group it should be. The Broncos should win this one easy, depending on what film Bill Belichek has on them.
Denver 31, New England 21
Indianapolis Colts (3-2) @ Green Bay Packers (3-3)
Why would I do a write up on what the media will be talking about all weekend and all next week? Well, because I try to do at least three a week... Peyton versus Aaron may be looked at as a great matchup in years to come. Both teams are struggling with injuries, and this could be an unbelievable shoot out. Expect the Pack to run the ball, and Magic Manning to pass all over the depleted Packers secondary.
Green Bay 26, Indianapolis 24
more... (http://www.billszone.com/mtlog/archives/2008/10/18/timothy_buffalo_youngs_week_7_picks.php)