NFL Bands beats, Fines players for exercising their right to choose
Ridiculous, that's what this issue with Beats and Bose is. Ironically, co-founder of Beats, Jimmy Iovine seems to be giddy over this. Instead of not wearing headphones, after getting fined $10K by the NFL. Kaepernick merely put some white tape over the Beats logo.
What's the issue with Beats? Bose is a major sponsor of the NFL. It's another example of how money talks this dictatorship called the NFL. The thing is, this whole hub-bub about the headphones by the NFL is only improving sales for Beats. It goes along with the old saying if you want someone to do something ask/tell them not to do it.
The NFL might consider finding a sponsor/backer that people like to wear/listen to, rather than fining players for wearing the sponsors competitor. Has it occurred to that idiot commissioner that Beats might actually up the anti if they used them as a sponsor rather than Bose. I can't say this for sure obviously, however there are a lot of kids/teens that look up to NFL players and if they see them wearing a particular brand, well I think it goes without saying what will likely happen.
But let's move on to the picks for week 7.
What's the issue with Beats? Bose is a major sponsor of the NFL. It's another example of how money talks this dictatorship called the NFL. The thing is, this whole hub-bub about the headphones by the NFL is only improving sales for Beats. It goes along with the old saying if you want someone to do something ask/tell them not to do it.
The NFL might consider finding a sponsor/backer that people like to wear/listen to, rather than fining players for wearing the sponsors competitor. Has it occurred to that idiot commissioner that Beats might actually up the anti if they used them as a sponsor rather than Bose. I can't say this for sure obviously, however there are a lot of kids/teens that look up to NFL players and if they see them wearing a particular brand, well I think it goes without saying what will likely happen.
But let's move on to the picks for week 7.
Jets at Patriots: There's really not much to discuss here, the Jets are self-destructing on a weekly basis. Ryan still has a job for the moment, but much like a terminal ill patient, his days are numbered in the NY Jets organization. But I digress, this match-up couldn't be more cut and dry. Pats over Jets by 24.
Dolphins at Bears: This match-up, based on the performance of these teams so far this season, is a crap shoot. Chicago hasn't won at home yet. Both teams have been beaten by Green Bay very recently. However, Miami was actually able to hang the whole game with Green Bay whereas Chicago seemed to throw in the towel after the first quarter. The current pick spread out there is a little in Chicago's favor, I believe though this will be one of the upsets of the week. I'll take Miami over Chicago by 3.
Bills at Vikings: Until recently, I would have said this could also be a crap shoot. But, the Bills look like a team that could be contending for a playoff spot. The Vikings don't really have much of a chance in this game. Bills by 10. Saints at Lions: If this was any other Lions team over the past decade, I'd take the Saints in a heart beat. However, This Lions defense is pretty tough to get by for any major yardage, which is what usually gives the Saints their momentum. Also the Saints have sucked it up on the road so far this season. So with those facts in mind, I see the Lions by 10 on this one. Panthers at Packers: The Panthers are a decent team and not too far from the dominate team they were last season. However, Cam hasn't been the usual Cam and hasn't been able to make the big-blowout kind of plays we're accustom to seeing from him. On the other side of this contest you have Rodgers, who, much like many of the other great QBs in recent times, could likely take a team of high-schoolers to the playoffs. At home against a slightly sketchy Panthers offense, I say Green Bay by 17. |
Bengals at Colts: For this one I didn't feel it was right to look at the individuals driving the their respective ships, but rather to look at the stats of each team and the historical data. Most generally numbers don't lie. Indy is 5-2 against Cincinnati over the past 13 years. Also Indy gives up less yards on defense and gains more on offense than the Bengals do this year. That's why I'm going with Indy of Cinci by 7.
Seahawks at Rams: If you're a Rams fan and have tickets to this game, I suggest selling them to a Seahawks fan because this isn't going to be pretty. The Seahawks have won 18 of the last 25 meetings between these two teams and with how Seattle has been playing relatively good football, I see this as a blowout. Seahawks by 21. Titans at Redskins: I agree with the analysis below. It's going to be the Redskins defense that locks this game in for them. Redskins over Titans by a touchdown. Browns at Jaguars: While these two teams defense are just about dead even, the Browns offense has been by far more productive. That in combination with the fact that the Jags defense has been giving up an average of 30 points per game gives the Browns the clear edge. Browns by 17.
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Falcons at Ravens: Even with all the drama that has crossed the radar of Baltimore this season, they've been the more consistent producer of points between these two teams. Give them the home field advantage and I think you've got a win for the Crows. Ravens by 3.
Chiefs at Chargers: Last year I would have given the W to the Chiefs... This year the Chargers will likely plow through the Chiefs defense like the wind through autumn leaves. The Bolts are striking with a vengeance this season and it will likely continue right through this game. Chargers by 10. Giants at Cowboys: Romo has been great against the G-men over the past years. I think this one goes to the 'Boys' hands down. Dallas is riding high after the last 5 wins especially the last one over Seahawks. Cowboys over the Giants by 14. Cardinals at Raiders: While the Cards have stumbled a bit this year, the Raiders have fallen flat on their face at every turn it seems. This contest should be no different. Cards by 21. 49ers at Broncos: Something isn't quite right with San Fran this season, there's something missing. It'll still be a tough one for the Broncos offense. Providing the offensive line can protect Manning they'll likely come away with the W here. Broncos by 7. Texans at Steelers: This isn't exactly the most exciting match-up to see on Monday night football. But, it will be interesting to see if Big Ben can over come this mediocre Houston defense. I see the Steelers winning this by a narrow margin, mostly because the Texans can't get it done very well this season and especially on the road. Steelers by7. |