Upset of the weekend....

**alienrace** · 01-13-2012, 11:24 PM

I honestly don't think any of the favored teams are going to lose, but there could be some potential upsets.

One that intrigues me, is the Giants beating the Packers. The Giants have that "look". They are running the ball, and getting after the QB. It sounds awfully familiar. They nearly beat the Packers in week 13, again, that seems to be one of those "I've seen this scenario before" kind of things.

**jgar** · 01-14-2012, 07:02 AM

It is hard to repeat. Giants need to bring their A game and Eli has to be turnover free. Giants can definately win this game. I can also see 49er's winning also. Should be some great games this weekend.

**Dade** · 01-14-2012, 09:27 AM

Giants, 49ers, Ravens and Tebow will all win this weekend.

**The Excellector** · 01-14-2012, 09:29 AM

Originally Posted by Dade

Giants, 49ers, Ravens and Tebow will all win this weekend.

That is what my heart is telling me. My head is still not convinced about Tebow.

**Ravenswintitle** · 01-14-2012, 10:02 AM

I think either the 9ers or Giants could win their games. I'm picking 9ers but my head tells me the Gmen will be a little short.
Both AFC games will be won by the home team without a lot of drama and by 10 points or more. I'd love to see Denver win but highly doubt it. Belichick won't be dumb enough to play man defense and put his safetys on the line of scrimmage

**Roland of Gilead** · 01-14-2012, 10:48 AM

I think both NFC underdogs have a chance. The Giants offense is a matchup nightmare for anyone right now and I love the way Bradshaw ran the ball last week. If they can be successful on the ground (assuming Eli has a good game) then I think this game will be close into the fourth quarter. In the end I don't think the Giants secondary is good enough to stop Rodgers enough times, even with that ridiculous pass rush. Also, I would much rather have Mason Crosby kicking important field goals than Lawrence Tynes. I do think the 49ers can win, though not because of their defense. Football Outsiders' breakdown of this game explains how the Saints offense's strengths are the 49ers defense's weaknesses (link here), so I doubt the 9ers hold the Saints below 20 points. I am confident in the 49ers offense because Gregg Williams brings more heat than any defensive coordinator in the league, and Alex Smith's passing game is all about moving the pocket and getting the ball out quickly. I expect Harbaugh West to have a solid game plan and the 49ers to solve their red zone issues to advance.

**The Excellector** · 01-14-2012, 12:13 PM

I can't hedge my bets.

SF, DEN, BAL, NY

**GOTA** · 01-14-2012, 12:35 PM

Originally Posted by alienrace

I honestly don't think any of the favored teams are going to lose, but there could be some potential upsets.

One that intrigues me, is the Giants beating the Packers. The Giants have that "look". They are running the ball, and getting after the QB. It sounds awfully familiar. They nearly beat the Packers in week 13, again, that seems to be one of those "I've seen this scenario before" kind of things.

I also think the Giants have the best chance. The finally got healthy the last week of the season and really are like a new team.

**RavenusMaximus** · 01-14-2012, 02:52 PM

I think all home teams will win again. The 49ers should not really be the underdog to the Saints, but Vegas is painting a pretty picture for everyone who is jumping on the Saintswagon, just to get their bets, like they did with the Steelers last week.

Maybe the G-men will upset the Pack.

**festivus** · 01-14-2012, 10:01 PM

I had NO and NE today; I was half right. I figured NE had the best chance of all the favorites to advance.

The Giants and the 49ers are both teams that can beat the Packers. I'm sure they would have preferred NO.

**alienrace** · 01-14-2012, 11:20 PM

I suddenly smell a Harbowl!

**jgar** · 01-15-2012, 05:28 AM

Obviously home field is a huge advantage this year. 6-0 I hope that trend continues today for us. I still think the Giants have a chance but their defense needs to play like the 49er's did yesterday. Plus Alex Smith had the best game of his career. Go Ravens!!!