SUNDAY AFTERNOON 1:00 pm ET

1. TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS (-3.5) VS. Arizona Cardinals: The Cardinals are a different team with Kurt Warner at QB and have a potentially explosive offense that can score points in clusters. Of course, the key is keeping Warner on his feet, which has been challenging this season, but he’s ready for this one. The Bucs are coming off a demoralizing loss at home against the Jaguars and will be looking to right the ship before the season starts to spin out of control. However, losing to a backup quarterback like Quinn Gray could have a lasting impact on their psyche and they could play well not to make the mistakes they made last week that destroyed their chances. The Bucs just can’t score enough to justify giving anyone 3.5. Add in the fact that the better-than-average Cardinal offense is getting an early lead, and that makes them a much better play. The pick: Arizona Cardinals (-3.5)

2. ATLANTA FALCONS (-3.5) VS. San Francisco 49ers: In a battle of two terrible offensive teams, the extra half point tips this one into the 49ers lead. San Francisco qualifies in a very positive 81-54-1 ATS game scenario playing teams that have been especially bad offensively in recent weeks. Basically, the belief is that the ‘Niners have hit rock bottom on offense and can get back on track against a poor Falcons defense. The 49ers have a big advantage in the running game with Frank Gore and the passing game should get going with quarterback Alex Smith feeling more comfortable after coming back from injury. The ATS bias and player staff favor the 49ers and it wouldn’t be a surprise if they even win here. THE TEAM: 49ers (+3.5)

3. NEW ORLEANS SAINTS (-3.5) VS. Jacksonville Jaguars: ********THIS GAME IS ONE OF OUR TOP BETS FOR THE WEEK.

4. TENNESSEE TITANS (-4.5) VS. Carolina Panthers: WE HAVE A STRONG OPINION ABOUT THIS GAME.

5. Cincinnati Bengals (-.5) VS. BUFFALO BILLS: WE HAVE A STRONG OPINION ON THIS GAME.

6. Washington Redskins (-3.5) VS. NEW YORK JETS: The Jets will turn to Kellen Clemens this week in hopes of cheering the team on. That certainly could do the trick for the Jets here, but it could also be the other way around, as this could signal the white flag has been raised and the team is playing for next year. Then there could be a huge disappointment and things could turn ugly against a still motivated and hard-hitting Redskins team. Sure the ‘Skins went back to the drawing board after last week’s embarrassment against the Patriots, but the fact remains that this team still can’t score. The Jets could also have scoring trouble as star WR Laverneaous Coles is likely to miss this game due to a concussion. Either way, this game has too many question marks to touch. THE SELECTION: STEP

7. KANSAS CITY CHIEFS (-2.5) VS. Green Bay Packers: The Packers are in a bad spot here, coming off a short week after playing a grueling game in Denver on MNF. Green Bay won that game in OT and now they have to go on the road again to take on the Chiefs in Arrowhead. Kansas City has played much better than anyone could have expected, having won three in a row and is a major factor in the race for the AFC West. The Packers have gone just 1-7 in their last eight games in Kansas City and should struggle to come out on top for a second straight road game in a very hostile environment. THE PICK: Kansas City Chiefs (-2)

8. San Diego Chargers (-7.5) VS. Minnesota Vikings: WE HAVE A STRONG OPINION ABOUT THIS GAME.

9. DETROIT LIONS (-3.5) VS. Denver Broncos: The Lions are in the playoff hunt this season and their only concern in the weak NFC North right now is the Packers. The Lions just beat the Bears on the road, where the defense stepped up and intercepted quarterback Brian Griese four times. The Broncos, on the other hand, are coming off a terrible loss at home in MNF against the Packers in a game they should have won. Poor clock management and plays by coach Mike Shannahan finished them off, so now they must try to salvage their season on the road. The Broncos pair up well with the Lions in that their great secondary led by Pro Bowl CB Champ Bailey should limit the effectiveness of Detroit’s passing attack. This game will be won by running the football, which both teams do pretty evenly. There are scenarios that favor both sides in this game and there is too much uncertainty for this to be a worthwhile choice. THE SELECTION: STEP

SUNDAY AFTERNOON 4:00 pm ET

10. CLEVELAND BROWNS (-1.5) VS. Seattle Seahawks: WE HAVE A STRONG OPINION ON THIS GAME.
11. New England Patriots (-4.5) VS. INDIANAPOLIS COLTS: ******* THIS GAME IS ONE OF OUR TOP BETS FOR THE WEEK.

12. OAKLAND RAIDERS (-2.5) VS. Houston Texans: ***************** THIS GAME IS ONE OF OUR TOP BETS FOR THE WEEK.

SUNDAY NIGHT 8:30 pm ET

13. Dallas Cowboys (-3.5) VS. PHILADELPHIA EAGLES: ******THIS GAME IS ONE OF OUR TOP BETS FOR THE WEEK.

MONDAY NIGHT 8:30pm ET

14. PITTSBURGH STEELERS (-9.5) VS. Baltimore Ravens: ******THIS GAME IS ONE OF OUR TOP BETS FOR THE WEEK. CLICK THE LINK ABOVE TO PURCHASE.