The Jock Lock: NFL Pre-Game - Top Matches And Predictions For Week 3

Looks like there's going to be a few games to keep your eyes on for week 3 in the NFL. I'm hoping this weekend will be just as heart-racing just as last weekend was. Let's take a look at the standouts; first up is:

Chiefs vs. Eagles - Thursday night football is actually looking to be a marquee match-up. Andy Reid comes back to Philadelphia with the Chiefs as Michael Vick comes off his, arguably, best game as an Eagle. I normally don't care for Thursday night football, but I might have to go to Buffalo Wild Wings for this one. The Chiefs stingy defense hasn't really been tested so far this season, although Tony Romo was able to go 30/42 and 298 yards in the air, but did hold him to one touchdown. Vick went 23/36 with 428 yards and 2 touchdowns, respectively, so keeping that in mind, this game should be a real treat. PREDICTION: Eagles Win, 17-27.

Michael Vick AP Photo/Matt Rourke

Chargers vs. Titans - Titans Owner Bud Adams has spent a lot of money trying to build a championship team. The only issue is, in my eyes, Jake Locker. Locker hasn't broken the 200-yard throwing mark so far, this season and only has 2 touchdowns, as well. The Chargers' Philip Rivers, on the other hand, is a pretty solid Quarterback; he's already thrown for 7 touchdowns in two games, so I'd say that's pretty solid, as of now. The way I see it, Rivers has more weapons available to him. The Titans have some weapons of their own, it's just a little more of an issue to get the ball to those weapons. PREDICTION: Chargers Win, 30-27.

Philip Rivers AP Photo/Denis Poroy

Lions vs. Redskins - If Reggie Bush is healthy enough to start the game, the Redskins are in trouble. In their first two games, they've allowed over 130 yards on the ground. As far as the Lions air attack, Mathew Stafford is no Aaron Rogers, but with Megatron to throw to, it has the potential to be pretty dangerous, especially with Bush coming out of the backfield. RGIII is no slouch by any means, and he was pretty efficient against the Packers, but questions are surrounding him as far as the health of his knee goes. I, personally enjoy the fact that he wants to establish himself as a passer, first, asking to be compared to the likes of Aaron Rogers more than Michael Vick; this game should be thoroughly enjoyable. PREDICTION: Lions Win, 24-21.

Matthew Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images

Texans vs. Ravens - The Ravens defense is still as formidable as any top D in the league, but the one question is: will any of their DB's be able to cover Andre Johnson? I'm not knocking on Lardarius Webb by any means, I just don't see him being able to contain Johnson; and if Matt Schaub is able to go deep with ease, Arian Foster, if healthy, might just have another big game, or vice verse. On the other side of the coin, Joe Flacco is an All-Pro Quarterback and does have his own threats in Torrey Smith and Ray Rice. For this game, I'm really on the fence for how this game's going to turn out. As far we know, this game could be a shoot-out by the time the final minute ticks down. I'm just going to throw darts at a dartboard and see who the winner is -- RESULTS: Texans Win, 27-24.

Matt Schaub AP Photo/Denis Poroy

Falcons vs. Dolphins - Am I crazy for thinking Ryan Tannehill can pull off a win against the Falcons? I mean, honestly, am I really thinking Tannehill will be the better Quarterback over Matt Ryan? Now, I've been a fan of Ryan's for a long time; I think he's an outstanding QB, but I just think Tannehill has so much confidence going into this game that he might just turn some heads with, what might be, an amazing game. I'm throwing it out there, love it or hate it, and it very well might happen-- or not. I could absolutely be completely wrong, and in that instance, I'll admit I was wrong, but I'm going to back Tannehill, as I don't see the ground game being very productive for either team. PREDICTION: Dolphins Win, 17-24.

Ryan Tannehill Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images

What do you think? Am I off my rocker? Should I not quite my day job? Let me know if you agree with any of my picks, or not.

The Jock Lock: NFL Week 2 - Post Game

Heck of a week 2, huh? I don't think I've ever seen that many close games as I did this past Sunday. Now, I can't go through every single game, I wish I could but I can't, so I'll go through a basic rundown of the best. Although, it's going to be tough picking out which ones should be covered.

Titans vs. Texans - This was THE best game played this Sunday, by far. It was so back-and-fourth that it was like watching a tennis match. It wasn't an offensive highlight reel, but there was enough drama to make Day of Our Lives look like a day-time soap opera. Just the field goal sequence at the end of the game was enough to make any Titans-Texans fan pull their hair out. YEE-HAW! Texans Win, 24-30 in OT.

DeAndre Hopkins and Matt Schaub Photo by Scott Halleran/Getty Images

Chargers vs. Eagles - I think this is the game that should solidify Michael Vick as a legitimate Quarterback in the league. Dog fighting issue aside, the Eagles QB has been on his best behavior since he was jailed. Philip Rivers had a great game as he out-dueled Vick, but not by much. This was another game that was decided by the golden foot of a kicker. San Di-E-Go SuperChargers! Chargers Win, 33-30.

Nick Novak Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images

Panthers vs. Bills - Even the Bills official Twitter account couldn't keep up with what was going on in this one. The Bills were the dominant team in this one, clearly. EJ Manuel's turnovers, however, kept the big kitty cats in the game. Mario Williams had 4.5 sacks to keep the mobile Cam Newton confined to within the pocket most of the game. The only touchdown thrown by Manuel to Stevie Johnson ended up being the game winner. Overtime, here we go! -- Not so much. Bills Win (in regulation, Twitter), 23-24.

EJ Manuel Photo by Rick Stewart/Getty Images

Dolphins vs. Colts - What would you have said, at the beginning of the season that the Dolphins would beat the Colts? What would you say if I told you the Dolphins beat the Colts? Would you think you're dreaming? When will my questions stop? I don't know about my last question, but I would have never thought Andrew Luck would have been out-played by Ryan Tannehill. Okay, so he wasn't out-played so much as he was, kind of stuck in quicksand against the Dolphins D-line. Looks like Flipper got the last laugh on Sunday. Dolphins Win, 24-20.

Ryan Tannehill AP Photo/AJ Mast

Vikings vs. Bears - Anyone order a Polish sausage with a side order of nail biter? Well, if you were watching this game, that's what you got! Jay Cutler had a good game, aside from a few pout-y moments, here and there. Chris Ponder was, well, Chris Ponder. I still don't see it, though; him being a high-caliber QB in the NFL. I'm a Packers fan, but it's not like I hate the Vikings-- while writing this, I'm staying as neutral as possible, but I don't think he's very good. Anyway, blah-blah-blah, Bears win, yatta-yatta-yatta, their fans are happy. Da-a-a-a Berss Win, 30-31.

Jay Cutler and Alshon Jeffery Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images

Who are you looking forward to see playing next weekend? Hopefully not the Jaguars.