Week 5 is here. Every year we wait and like a flash the season comes and goes. There are ups, downs, wins, losses, and injuries. Through it all, each week we dissect and analyze every game.

Taking a look back at all that has happened over the last 5 weeks, it’s hard not to acknowledge teams like Indianapolis, Pittsburgh, and Minnesota. Did you ever think that Minnesota would be winless? How about the Pittsburgh Steelers being at the bottom of the AFC North? Admittedly, it feels strange being uncertain about betting for or against the Indianapolis Colts. For 10 years the Colts have been almost a sure bet, but clearly a change has come.

All that matters…

Let’s face it; the big game this week is the New York Jets at the New England Patriots. Does any other game matter? My J-E-T-S are 2-2 and on a path to nowhere. A win against the Patriots could possibly save their Super Bowl chances and boost their confidence.

“Commitment to Excellence”

Let’s take a moment of silence to acknowledge the passing of Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis. An unorthodox visionary, Mr. Davis was a tough feisty leader. Mr. Davis’ influence on the NFL goes far and beyond the mystique and legend of the Oakland Raiders.

Below are my straight picks for week 5. Drink and pick responsibly!

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2011

Saints (New Orleans)
Panthers (Carolina)

Chiefs (Kansas City)
Colts (Indianapolis)

Eagles (Philadelphia)
Bills (Buffalo)

Seahawks (Seattle)
Giants (New York)

Bengals (Cincinnati)
Jaguars (Jacksonville)

Titans (Tennessee)
Steelers (Pittsburgh)

Raiders (Oakland)
Texans (Houston)

Cardinals (Arizona)
Vikings (Minnesota)

Buccaneers (Tampa Bay)
49ers (San Francisco)

Jets (New York)
Patriots (New England)

Chargers (San Diego)
Broncos (Denver)

Packers (Green Bay)
Falcons (Atlanta)

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2011

Bears (Chicago)
Lions (Detroit)

Bye week: Ravens (Baltimore), Browns (Cleveland), Cowboys (Dallas), Dolphins (Miami), Rams (St. Louis), Redskins (Washington)

Tam-Star’s NFL Pick Em’ – Week 4
Pick Em’ Results: 10-6
Parlay Pick Em’ Results: Bust

So-called ESPN NFL Experts Pick Em’ Results

Pick Em’ Results (Season): 38-26

About me: I am a Producer, Managing Editor, freelance Social Media Producer, Writer… aspiring professional bowler, creative, quirky, all around Jane of all trades and just a little offbeat. I am an avid football fan and I blame my obsession with sports gambling and picking parlays on an ex-boyfriend… funny thing is that’s all he was good for.

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