Atlanta, Arizona defense can be picked on
Tony Kornheiser asked Ron Jaworski during Monday Night's telecast why the Saints didn't play that well all year.
Jaws replied, "They didn't play Atlanta enough."
The Falcons have a dangerous lack of motivation and talent on defense, especially in their secondary. They can be exposed by creative passing attacks. And wouldn't you know, they face Jon Gruden and Ken Whisenhunt the next two weeks.
I love Joey Galloway and Jeff Garcia (assuming he plays) to go off this week, and wouldn't be surprised to see Ike Hilliard have a big day. If you are still playing in Week 16, your Cardinals receivers should explode.
The other big "takeaway" from last night was the solid performance by Aaron Stecker. He's like a less powerful Sammy Morris. He can do everything well enough, and he is set up for success playing on that offense. Pierre Thomas is not going to play a major role in New Orleans' next two matchups: Arizona and Philly.
The Cardinals defense has reached a breaking point because of injuries. They gave up 37 points to San Francisco and 42 to Seattle. I ranked Stecker 24th this week in the Season Pass rankings going live at 6PM. Look for Stecker to continue his solid effort, while Marques Colston's dominant run continues.
Comments
don't forget patten - he's a sneaky pick this week too
Posted by: sean payton | December 11, 2007 05:57 PM
Patten is sneaky i agree- problem is don't expect a repeat of last week. and Havign Brees and Stecker it is tough to rely on 3 guys from one team - BUT - that said - bottom line at my WR3 position this week- is do i think Patten will outpoint S Moss and C Johnson - tough call. PPR league - with the Saints inclined to throw 50 times - might have to go with Patten.
Also - TJ Housh is abotu to explode this week- Nate Clements will not cover Housh in the slot - He will be locked outside mostly on CJ - sometimes on Henry - I expect one of Housh dominant efforts - like - 9/122 with 2 TD - Going to be a fun weekend.
Posted by: scott | December 12, 2007 12:06 PM
without me, brees will have to air it out
Posted by: reggie bush | December 12, 2007 12:28 PM
Reggie, don't you mean without you, the Saints will actually be able to run the football?
Posted by: Todd | December 13, 2007 07:04 PM