As we approach Week 9 of the NFL season, we have witnessed some significant changes in the league that very few people could predict. After the lockout, the rules imposed such as moving up the kickoff and other player safety rules have not disrupted the game too much, besides the occasional hit that makes you wonder if the refs are being a tad bit too cautious.
We have seen the once might Colts be completely dismantled and without a win all season. The Detriot Lions who were a gross scab in the NFL are now a dominant force to be reckoned with and have the potential to make the playoffs. Teams like San Francisco, the Redskins, the Bills and the Raiders (teams who usually underachieve) are all in the hunt. It seems as if this season any team can surprise you on any given week, and as a fan of the game it has made every matchup exciting to watch. If I had to make a mid season Superbowl matchup prediction, I would go Packers vs Patriots. As a Pats fan that pick is a bit out of optimism, but I believe Brady can get it done. As for the Packers, they are the only undefeated team in football and look like they will score every time they have the ball. Their D is stellar and as the reigning champs their confidence must be sky high.
I look forward to the crazy developments in the next 8 weeks of the season!
I agree with the Pats Packers prediction (as a Pats fan of course). You did mention some crazy surprises so far in the NFL, but what about the Eagles? The team deamed before the season the Miami Heat of the NFL starts the season 3-4? Hows that for suprising.
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