NFL Week 10 Rewind

Instant Recap

After being a draft bust in Arizona, Matt Leinart
will get a chance to help a loaded Texans team to the playoffs

We are now 10 weeks into this NFL season, and there are headlines everywhere. The Colts lost again meaning they are win less through 10 games, the Lions who were once 5-0, have now dropped to 6-3, and are 3 games back of the Green Bay Packers. Speaking of the Packers they are 9-0 after a dominating Monday Night win against the Vikings, a game in which we may have finally seen the Packers Defense we are used to seeing. As for the "Dream Team" everything has fell apart, and at 3-6 they would have to win out just for a chance to make the playoffs. In the AFC the Patriots had no trouble with the Jets in New York, and are now the favorites in the AFC East. Meanwhile the Ravens coming off a big win over Pittsburgh dropped a dud against the lowly Seahawks. There is no clear front runner in the AFC, especially with the Texans now having to start Matt Leinart for the rest of the year. 

"Say What" Stats

26: Straight games with a TD pass at Lambeau field for Aaron Rodgers. A Green Bay Packers record
9: Straight games by Aaron Rodgers with a 110+ QB Rating.
11: TD Passes by 49ers QB Alex Smith, he had 14 all last season
11.5: Sacks by Vikings DE Jared Allen against Aaron Rodgers
71: Points allowed by the Buffalo Bills defense in their past 2 games.

MVP Watch:

Aaron Rodgers, GB (vs. MIN): 23/30 250 Yards 4 TD's 140.3 QB Rating

2011 Total: 215/295 2,869 Yards 28 TD's 3 INT's, 2 Rush TD's

Tom Brady, NE (@ NYJ): 26/39 329 Yards 3 TD’s 0 INT’s 118.4 QB Rating

2011 Total: 238/360 3,032 Yards 23 TD’s 10 INT’s 102.0 QB Rating

LeSean McCoy, PHI (vs. ARI): 14 Carries 81 Yards (5.8 YPC) 1 TD,  3 Catches 12 yards

2011 Total: 165 Carries 906 Yards (5.5 YPC) 10 TD’s, 31 Catches 196 Yards 2 TD’s

Wes Welker, NE (@ NYJ): 6 Catches 46 Yards

2011 Total: 72 Catches 1,006 Yards 6 TD’s

Defensive Player of the Week:

Rob Ninkovich LB, NE: 5 Tackles (4 Solo) 1 PD, 2 INT’s, 1 INT TD

Ninkovich stepped up big for the Patriots,
picking off 2 Mark Sanchez passes

-In a key divisional game Rob Ninkovich made 2 big plays to help win the game for his team. His first interception came on a deflection in the 3rd quarter as the Jets were driving in NE territory, Then in the 4th quarter with the Jets at their own 10, Ninkovich picked off a Mark Sanchez pass and returned it for a TD. It was a strong week for the Patriots and Ninkovich who will look to build on it next week vs. Kansas City.

Top Plays of the Week

Denarius Moore 46 Yard Catch

Early Doucet 5 yard TD Catch

Saints Defense 4th Down Stop
Play of the Week: Early Doucet with his 5 yard TD grab to seal the Cardinals upset win over the Philadelphia Eagles. Doucet caught a John Skelton pass and ran through for the TD to give the Cardinals a 21-17 lead, which would prove to be the final score. A great win for the Cardinals, and a great play for Doucet.

Injury Updates:
Matt Schuab, HOU: Lisfranc injury (foot), OUT for year
-The Texans were looking like one of the favorites in the AFC. Then they lost Mario Williams, but they manged to fill that void and play great football. Now they will be without Matt Schuab, a void that will be much harder to fill. Schuab injured his foot on a QB sneak vs. TB, and will likely recquire season ending surgery. With Schuab out, former 10th overall pick Matt Leinart will be the Texans starter.
Matt Cassell, KC: Hand, OUT for year
-The Chiefs just can't catch a break this year. First it was Tony Moeaki, then Jamaal Charles, then Eric Berry. Now they will be without their QB Matt Cassel for the remainder of the season. Tyler Palko will take his place, as the Chiefs try to stay close in a weak AFC West race.
Michael Vick, PHI: Broken Ribs, Questionable Week 11
-Michael Vick suffered broken ribs early in their game against the Arizona Cardinals, but managed to play through the pain. Vick led the Eagles to a lead in the 4th quarter but saw the defense collapse and lose the game. Vick wasn't that impressive
Rashean Mathis, JAC/Eric Wood, BUF: Torn ACL, OUT for year
-2 ACL injuries occurred in Week 10 both will be significant losses for their teams. Jacksonville Jaguars DB Rashean Mathis tore his ACL in Sundays game against the Colts. Meanwhile in Dallas, Buffalo Bills Center Eric Wood tore his ACL against the Cowboys, and both are expected to be out for the year.

Coaches Hot Seat
Norv Turner, SD: Crispy
The San Diego Chargers are a great football team, but they have flaws. They can't stay healthy with their Offensive Line struggling to stay on the field, Ryan Matthews battling a groin injury, and Antonio Gates being out several weeks. Their next problem is that Phillip Rivers is not remotely close, as he already has `9 total turnovers. The main problem with the Chargers, is their coach Norv
Tony Sporano, MIA: Burnt
-After starting out 0-7, the Miami Dolphins have won 2 games in a row, but that isn't necessarily a good thing. It takes them out of the Andrew Luck Sweepstakes, and for Tony Sporano no matter how he finishes the season, he will be fired. At this point all he is doing is lifting the spirits of the Miami faithful, and improving his job resume for the future.
Andy Reid, PHI: Deep Fried
-After his team acquiring Pro Bowl talent across the board, and Vince Young labeling the Eagles the "Dream Team" Every dream any fan or member of this organization had, has turned into a nightmare. Michael Vick has already thrown 11 Interceptions, which matches his TD Passes. They can't stop the run, and now they are having problems stopping the pass. However the biggest problem is their inability to close games in the 4th quarter (which only makes them more comparable to the Miami Heat). Andy Reid deserves a majority of the blame and with their playoff hopes dim, could be out of a job very quickly.

Andrew Luck Sweepstakes
We are 10 weeks through this 2011 NFL Season and there is a clear leader in the "Andrew Luck Sweepstakes". The Indianapolis Colts, have reached the lowest of lows, and have the best chance of finishing with the worst record in the NFL, and that could easily be a 0-16 season the way they are playing. badly,. They are the only remaining win less team and now will be without TE Dallas Clark for several weeks. Luck meanwhile didn't have his best stuff on Saturday against the Oregon Ducks throwing 2 INT's 1 returned for a TD), but he also had 3 TD Passes in a losing effort.

Andrew Luck as a Colt, now that would be fun to watch

So what would the Colts do if they landed the 1st overall pick, well take Andrew Luck of course. Peyton Manning is coming off a neck injury and soon will be reaching his "Old Man" years, and the Colts will need to find a new franchise QB. Andrew Luck gives them an immediate impact QB who can come in and make their franchise relevant again. The Colts have key impending free agents (Reggie Wayne, Pierre Garcon,and Jeff Saturday). Assuming all 3 can be re-signed that would give Luck a veteran Center, and two legitimate WR's to throw to. Luck would arrive in a place filled with tradition, leadership and great coaching. But what about that guy Peyton Manning, you know the 1st Ballot Hall of Famer. That is when the Colts look at their options and trade Manning for everything and the kitchen sink. It is a crazy scenario to think about and one the Colts front office, and Colts fans may not want to imagine. But no one can play forever, and it is time the Colts prepare for the next 15 years.