On the Eagles Next Must Win, Wes Helms and the Flyers Showing Some Life.
Philly SportsCast #65 - November 16, 2006.
We look at the Eagles’ win over a terrible Washington Redskins team as well as toward the Titans and really how this is the must-win game of the year - there are no more ‘gimmies’ after this one.
We also discuss the Phillies addition of Wes Helms and whether or not a big bat is coming to this team to protect Ryan Howard in the lineup. Dave still insists on talking about the Fly-boys and what this team is doing to improve. Emoney and I don’t see it but Dave, ever the optimist. Knows that the grass is greener.
Michigan vs. Ohio State tomorrow - Go Blue!
The Emoneyline for week 11 in the NFL.
Atlanta +4.5 over BALTIMORE
The Ravens are having an amazing year with McNair at the helm and leading in the AFC North. Atlanta on the other hand has struggled in the past couple weeks by losing to two horrible teams, one on their home turf. However, Baltimore’s iron defense is missing two key players this week with Ray Lewis and Mike Smith injured. Expect Atlanta to get back on track this week.
The Falcon’s have the number 1 rushing attack in the NFL and running is what they are going to do this week to keep the pressure off of Vick. Look for Warrick Dunn to have and impressive game with two key linebackers watching on the sidelines. The Falcons may not win the ballgame but they will cover.
KANSAS CITY -10 over Oakland
Oakland looked good against Denver last week but do not expect lighting to strike twice. The Chiefs are 3-1 at home while Oakland is horrible on the road this year with a record of 0-4. KC will try to keep pace Denver and San Diego by showing some muscle with another AFC West opponent.
Oakland is plain awful, their running game is all banged up with Lamont Jordon having back problems and his replacement have in shoulder issues. This will hurt Oakland offensively because of their passing problems. Shell might replace Andrew Walter with Aaron Brooks this week, this will only add to the mass confusion and frustration of the receiving core.
KC’s run game has been consistent with Larry Johnson having 891 already averaging 4.1 yards a carry. Also, Damon Huard is having an amazing year backing up Trent Green this year. Look for the Chiefs to throw in some trick plays to keep the Oakland’s defense confused.
Dave and Derek contribute to this week’s “Reach Around” listen for it on this week’s SportsCast.