2012/13 NFL Season

[Spargo]

2 weeks in a row big ben has thrown it away.

Yep, but what can we do? 2 rings (should be 3!!!) pretty luckless losing 5 games this season by a field goal and the injury count.
Plenty of others sticking the boots into the Steelers on various sites for missing the playoffs(bungles fans in particular), laughable jealousy of the most successful team in NFL history.
Good luck to all teams except the rat birds.

[Hopeful Jelly]

Some interesting betting
To win the AFC
Broncos $2.20
Pats $2.50
Texans $6
Ravens $12
Bengals $23
Colts $34

To Win the NFC
Falcons $3.25
49ers $3.25
Packers $4
Seahawks $7.50
Redskins $8
Vikings $19

Could be some very interesting playoffs. Here's my thoughts on each team's chances:

AFC
Broncos: doubts about their quality with them being in a weak division, but I will have more confidence in them going all the way if they win in the divisional round.
Patriots: also qualified in a weak division but I have a bit more confidence in them as they have proven in past years that they are a good team - whether they are still that good will be seen over the next month.
Texans: disappointing in the last few weeks and I think will struggle to get past the wildcard weekend.
Ravens: I think they have a better team now than any other time in the last 5 or so years that they have been in and around playoff calculations, so are a good chance to get to the Superbowl.
Bengals: are in some good form and come up against the Texans so I can see them getting through the wildcard game and possibly could offer some surprises, but could also get stage fright given their lack of playoff contention in recent years.
Colts: solid team but I can't see them getting past the Ravens in the wildcard game.

NFC
Falcons: I think their lack of recent playoff success will be the biggest thing stopping them from getting to the Superbowl - home-field advantage should be enough to see them beat other teams that come up against them.
49ers: I don't think they have the class to be a Superbowl winning team but could easily make it if the Falcons fall over in the divisional round.
Packers: will probably need to win 3 tough games to make the Superbowl, which I don't think they will be able to do.
Redskins: might win the wildcard game but won't make it any further.
Seahawks: a better team than 2 years ago when they almost made the championship game after qualifying with a 7-9 record, but will struggle to win 3 games on the road - meeting the 49ers in the divisional round will be their best chance to make it to the championship game.
Vikings: ideal wildcard game for them, but won't go any further if they are able to beat the Packers.


In the AFC I think that the Ravens and Bengals are good value - it's quite possible to see this match up for the championship game. The Broncos are too short for being a somewhat unknown quantity.

In the NFC the winner should come from the top 3 seeds - if any of these make the championship game, the home team should win. Otherwise if there was an even playing field (ie. no home field advantage) I like the Seahawks, but it will be too difficult for them from the 5th seed.

[The Sleeping Giant]

2 weeks in a row big ben has thrown it away.

Yep, but what can we do? 2 rings (should be 3!!!) pretty luckless losing 5 games this season by a field goal and the injury count.
Plenty of others sticking the boots into the Steelers on various sites for missing the playoffs(bungles fans in particular), laughable jealousy of the most successful team in NFL history.
Good luck to all teams except the rat birds.

Agreed

[HH3]

7 coaches sacked.

Andy Reid in Philadelphia, Lovie Smith in Chicago, Norv Turner in San Diego, Pat Shurmur in Cleveland, Ken Whisenhunt in Arizona, Romeo Crennel in Kansas City and Chan Gailey in Buffalo.

I reckon Crennel and Whisenhunt should have kept their jobs for at least another year. Crennel didnt have much influence on what players he had to work with and had no decent QB. He couldve drafted well this year and started to turn it around. Whisenhunt just needs a decent QB, and he'd have the start of something good.

Rex Ryan shouldve been on that list. Very lucky in my opinion.

[RustyCage]

If you aren't sure who to support these playoffs, here is some help

http://wwos.ninemsn.com.au/glanceview/275278/nfl-playoffs-who-to-cheer-for.glance

[Jim05]

7 coaches sacked.

Andy Reid in Philadelphia, Lovie Smith in Chicago, Norv Turner in San Diego, Pat Shurmur in Cleveland, Ken Whisenhunt in Arizona, Romeo Crennel in Kansas City and Chan Gailey in Buffalo.

I reckon Crennel and Whisenhunt should have kept their jobs for at least another year. Crennel didnt have much influence on what players he had to work with and had no decent QB. He couldve drafted well this year and started to turn it around. Whisenhunt just needs a decent QB, and he'd have the start of something good.

Rex Ryan shouldve been on that list. Very lucky in my opinion.

Just been given more power I believe
Think Rivera will get the flick from the Panthers in next few days

[Jim05]

Head to Head Odds
Cincinnati $2.88
Houston $1.44

Minnesota $3.75
Green Bay $1.29

Indianapolis $3.48
Baltimore $1.33

Seattle $1.72
Washington $2.18

[Jim05]

Definately will take the $3.48 on offer for the Colts.
Ravens are rubbish, Colts will trounce them

[Johno6]

I'll have money on Green Bay at line and skins

[Oz]

Good value on Cincy playing an under pressure,out of form side.

[HH3]

Does anyone know why the Bengals got the home game when the Texans finished higher?

[Jim05]

Does anyone know why the Bengals got the home game when the Texans finished higher?

They havn't, must be a typo.
Game is definately in Houston

[HH3]

Does anyone know why the Bengals got the home game when the Texans finished higher?

They havn't, must be a typo.
Game is definately in Houston

Ah ok, good. Yesterday everything I read said it was in Cinci.

[Strawb]

Most of the experts are tipping a Broncos v 49ers Superbowl

49ers aren't that crash hot either neither are Green Bay. THe NFC can be won by any team in the layoff their side.

[pels]

Most of the experts are tipping a Broncos v 49ers Superbowl

49ers aren't that crash hot either neither are Green Bay. THe NFC can be won by any team in the layoff their side.

Its wide open and any of the 12 teams can make the Superbowl, its just who gets hot at the right time.

[HH3]

I reckon it could be a Patriots Vs Seahawks Super Bowl. As much as I want Houston to be there, I dont think itll happen now.

[valleys07]

My thoughts also HH3. The seahawks are definately the form side of the NFC at the moment.

[Jim05]

My thoughts also HH3. The seahawks are definately the form side of the NFC at the moment.

Gotta ge past us first
This week wont be the walk in the park for Seattle that most people are tipping.
All ive heard is how Seattle will blow us out the park, cant see there being more than a few points in it either way

[Jimmy_041]

Are we going to do another $5 for the post season?

[RustyCage]

Are we going to do another $5 for the post season?

Sounds good to me, I'm happy to donate to the eventual winner