That's more like it. After a couple solid but unspectacular weeks to open the season picking straight up games we hit our stride last week by correctly calling 13 games. That's more than enough to be competitive. Let's see if we can maintain the momentum as we move into the first of many weeks in a row where teams are on byes. Picking 13 right this week would be more than acceptable. It would be perfect.

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Atlanta at Carolina - In my mind this game is proof that all 2-1 teams are not created equal. Atlanta has been solid, but they have benefited greatly from some advantageous scheduling. The Panthers, on the other hand, have done well against a tough schedule. The Falcons are much improved, but they weren't nearly good enough against Tampa Bay and I don't expect them to be good enough here, either. Take the Panthers.

Denver at Kansas City - Denver's offense is clicking on all cylinders. Their defense is a bit concerning, but it's not like Kansas City will be able to exploit it. The Chiefs are as inept as a football team can be (except maybe for the Rams). Few things surprise me in the NFL, but it would really, really surprise me if Kansas City won. Take Denver.

San Francisco at New Orleans - I'm torn on this one. I really like the direction the Niners are going, and their offense should have a very good day against the Saints and their barely passable defense. New Orleans needs a win, though, and they will be at home. Take New Orleans.

Arizona at New York Jets - Kurt Warner had an off game last week. He doesn't like when that happens very much, and I expect him to bounce back well. The other ancient QB in the game isn't necessarily fully healthy, and doesn't have a lot going with his team even if he is. This might not be my most popular pick, but I think you should take Arizona here.

Minnesota at Tennessee - I still don't understand how Tennessee is doing what they are doing, but I have given up trying to. Their defense has been phenomenal. Aside from Adrian Peterson, the last thing the Vikings need right now is a tough defense to face. This will be low scoring and not very thrilling, but I think the home team will stay undefeated. Take Tennessee.

Green Bay at Tampa Bay - The Bucs made Matt Ryan's life miserable two weeks ago. I expect them to do the same against another promising but unseasoned QB. Tampa Bay has shown that they are tough and feisty, and they play well at home. Take the Bucs.

Houston at Jacksonville - Both of these teams have a world of problems. The difference is that Jacksonville is fundamentally a better team. They will be riding high off a big win last weekend, and should be motivated to try to keep up with the Titans. Jacksonville is experienced enough to know how important any divisional win is. They will win here. Take Jacksonville.

Cleveland at Cincinnati - There isn't enough money in the world to make me watch this game. Both teams are broken and thoroughly unreliable. If I had a choice I wouldn't even thinking of touching this game. I don't, so I will take the home team. They are coming off a better game, and they are at home. This doesn't mean that I like them, though. Take the Bengals.

San Diego at Oakland - The Lane Kiffin-Al Davis soap opera is the most ridiculous thing I have ever seen. Despite that the team has only been bad, not truly awful like they could be. I think things will go worse and worse until the issue is resolved, and that will certainly be the case against a good team that finally got a taste of blood last week and remembered how much they like winning. Take San Diego.

Buffalo at St. Louis - The Bills are the upstarts of the AFC, and some even have them as the favorites to win the AFC East. Just think of how bizarre the last part of that sentence is. The Rams are dusting of Trent Green, but surely they realize that this mess isn't Marc Bulger's fault. The Bills will be 4-0. Take Buffalo.

Washington at Dallas - The Cowboys are heavily favored in this one. I think that's a bit silly. Washington has improved every week, and their new coach will have them up for this game - his biggest so far. I don't see a blowout, but I do think that the Cowboys have a skill advantage to add to their home field advantage, so I think they will win. I just don't think that it's the lock that the betting public seems to. Take Dallas.

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Philadelphia at Chicago - The Bears have been fine, but it is becoming apparent that their opening win over the Colts was more a reflection of Indianapolis than them. They still don't have the offense they need, and that will become very apparent against an Eagles defense that has been frightening at times. Take the Eagles.

Baltimore at Pittsburgh - The Steelers are beat up while Baltimore is relatively sound. That might sound like an endorsement of the Ravens, but I don't think it is. Despite the injuries I still think the Steelers will be able to make life miserable for Joe Flacco. That means that the Steelers won't need to score a lot to win, and they should be able to do what they need to do. Take the Steelers.