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I got my prediction right this time, as the Ravens beat the Broncos. Well, that was a great game!
This week, I will look at the Ravens vs. Bengals game and then give you my hot picks. The last time these two teams met, Cincinnati won the game on their last drive. The drive was extended by several very preventable penalties against the Ravens; such as pass interference and helmet-to-helmet contact (remember when Ray Lewis almost took Chad Ochocinco's head off?).
In order to win this game, they have to play like they did against Denver. Giving up 100 yards like they did last time isn't an option, as the Bengals were able to use the run game as a way to continually move the ball and prevent Baltimore from getting the ball right back after a turnover or turnover on downs.
Let's get down to the fantasy hot picks.
QB: Aaron Rodgers! He had 26 completions for 287 yards and 3 touchdowns against a very tough Minnesota defense. They play the Buccaneers on Sunday.
RB: Chris Johnson! He had 228 yards and 2 touchdowns. The Titans are trying to dig themselves out of a 1-6 hole. If CJ keeps running like this, I think they will.
WR: Roddy White! He had 4 catches for 108 yards (an average of 27 yards per catch) and 1 touchdown. If he can do this against the Saints, then I bet he can do it against anyone.
See you next week!
Kid Reporter-KC
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The Denver Broncos schedule won't be a cakewalk for the next 9 Games of 2009. If you are a Broncos fan, I would definitely cross your fingers and hope Because the next 9 games are against the Steelers, Redskins,Chargers, New York Giants, Kansas City Chiefs, Indianapolis Colts, Raiders, Philadelphia Eagles, Kansas City Chiefs
The Broncos are in trouble, but with Kansas and Oakland in their division their final record should be around 10-6 or maybe 11-5 if they get lucky.
I WOULD RECOMMEND THE FOLLOWING PLAYERS AS FANTASY BURNERS:
Michael Turner RB ATL, Brett Favre QB MIN, Jeremy Shockey TE NOS, Jairus Byrd DB BUF, Reggie Wayne WR IND, Ryan Moats RB HOU, Chris Johnson RB TEN, Jay Feely K NYJ, Maurice, Jones-Drew RB JAX
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Let’s Talk About Calcium
Sue A. James, MS, RD, LDN
Calcium is the most abundant mineral in our bodies. Besides supporting our bones and teeth, calcium is also a mineral used when a muscle contracts. It circulates through our bodies in our blood stream. It is important to consume foods or drinks with calcium in order to keep our bones, muscles, and teeth healthy. This time of year many of the football players are getting treatments to keep their bones and muscles healthy and strong. The Ravens players make sure that they eat a variety of nutrients, especially calcium, to remain healthy through the rest of this season.
Some of the highest amounts of calcium can be found in milk and yogurt. It is best for most of us to choose low fat or fat free milk and yogurt. Some other foods that contain calcium but in smaller amounts are low fat pudding, cottage cheese and tofu. Fish like salmon and sardines actually contain calcium if you eat their bones. No kidding, they are sold in cans with their bones. Chew them well if you try these foods. Vegetables also contain small amounts of calcium. Eat spinach, broccoli, kale, and turnip greens to get a calcium boost .
The table below will tell you how much calcium is in some of the foods listed above. Shoot for 1300 milligRams of calcium per day since you are growing.
Stay strong and eat well!
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Food or Beverage
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Calcium (milligRams)
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Milk (fat free, low fat), 8 ounces
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297-302
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Yogurt, 8 ounces
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245-415
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Low Fat Pudding, ½ cup
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153
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Cottage Cheese, 1 cup
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138
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Tofu, ½ cup
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138
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Sardines, with bones, 3 oz.
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324
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Salmon, with bones, 3 oz.
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181
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Spinach, ½ cup
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120
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Broccoli, ½ cup
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21
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Kale, ½ cup
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99
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Turnip Greens, ½ cup
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94
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National Institutes of Health, Calcium Fact Sheet, 2009.
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UNDEFEATED, DON'T THINK SO
Hey all you NFL Fans,
The Denver Broncos are 6-0 in Week 8 and I don't expect that to change this week against a struggling Ravens defense that had high expectations in the preseason. They won't go undefeated, but next week against the Steelers on Monday Night and Week 14 against the Colts should say who they really are. Kyle Orton has been playing well, and their defense has shown up and keeping up in games. Josh McDaniels has kept them not too confident, but squeaked by New England a couple weeks ago. The key match-up is how these teams respond after byes last week and see if the Broncos are living up to the hype.
Here are my hot picks for the half-way mark in the 2009-2010 season!!!!
QB-Drew Brees against the Falcons: It seems like Brees has been here every week this season. The Falcons secondary is weak, so he should have a huge game, getting the W and at least 3+ touchdowns.
WR- Andre Johnson against the Bills: The Bills are weak and the Texans have a good run/pass combo working for them lately. Matt Scaub's favorite target should catch at least 100 yards with 1 or more touchdowns in a closer game than you think.
D/ST- New Orleans against the Falcons: The Falcons have not been playing as well as experts thought and by the way the Saints defense has let them to a 6-0 start.
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Rams, Hear the Lions Roar!
Earlier in the season, I predicted the Lions would win four games this season. This weekend's game vs. the Rams is going to make it win number 2!!! Matthew Stafford has been practicing this week and hopefully he's playing. I hope he connects with Bryant Johnson a lot. Calvin Johnson will be missed. The defense needs to keep the Rams Steven Jackson from running. I think the Lions are going to win 23-10. Can you hear the roar?
Let's look ahead to this week. If I put together a fantasy team, I would mix it up a bit. I would pick Drew Brees of the Saints for going 6-0. I would pick Troy Polamalu of the Steelers for his game against the Vikings and Adrian Peterson last week. I would also pick Big Ben for leading his team on the win over Vikings and it was the best game of week seven!
Cole
NFLRUSH.com Kid Reporter
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HOW LONG WILL IT LAST?!
Hey NFL fans!,
I am back and writing, but due to the Steelers having a bye week i will discuss the Saints (my second favorite team). The Saints are undefeated with one of the best quarterbacks in the league. I believe the Saints will not be undefeated but will have a 15-1 record because of their tough offense. The Saints are a great team don't get me wrong, but will not be undefeated. I think they will go to the Super Bowl and depending on who they face the might win.
My first hot pick for this week is Drew Brees as your starting QB. He is playing against the poor Falcons pass defense and I think he will do great. Also, I think that Larry Fitzgerald will start to have a great season when he plays the Carolina Panthers who have been playing horrible lately. I believe Ronnie Brown will have a fantastic game running the Wildcat against the Jets defense. Although their defense was good earlier in the year I think they will not be able to stop the Wildcat from scoring a touchdown and putting up some big yards.
Enjoy this week's game,
Sam
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Return to the Frozen Tundra....
I am excited about Brett Favre's trip back to Lambeau. I think Brett will get cheered by the Green Bay Packer's fans. I think it will be hard considering he plays in a dome now and it is supposed to be 31 degrees Fahrenheit. I think the Vikings will beat the Packers 37-30. I think Favre will pass for 200+ yards and 2+ touchdowns. I do think it will be weird for Brett Favre to be in the visitors locker room!
My Fantasy Hot Picks Are..........
RB Maurice-Jones Drew
Maurice-Jones is playing a team with a terrible defense. He is a great runner and now that Fred Taylor is gone he will get the ball more. Maurice will have a great game. I predict he will have 160+ yards and 1+ touchdown.
TE Dallas Clark
Dallas has a great quarterback. He is playing a okay team. He can catch almost anything. Dallas will have a great game. I predict he will have 100+ yards and 1+ touchdowns.
Wildcard Peyton Manning
Peyton has great receivers. The team he is playing is not so good. Peyton can throw for a lot of yards on anyone. He will do really well. I predict Peyton will have 200+ yards and 3+ touchdowns.
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SUPER Saints to Super Bowl?!
I think that Drew Brees will be able to carry the Saints to the Super Bowl. So far they have had a great season and they are one of the few teams with an undefeated record. In the begining of the season
I predicted that they would make it to the Super Bowl and my predictions are looking right. Drew Brees started out this season with a bang and in his first game they won 45-27 and Brees threw for 6 touchdowns. In four out of the six games the Saints have played they have scored over 40 points and Brees has been able to help that out by passing for 14 touchdowns. Marques Colston had had a good season with 5 receiving touchdowns and 30 receptions.
The Saints running game isn't doing as well as they have in past years but there passing more than makes up for it. Also the Saints defence is doing great by keeping every team under 30 points except for the Dolphins 34 point game. The Saints are also first in points per game and yards per game.
Brett Favre had a good game last week against the Steelers with 334 yards but no touchdown. Brett Favre has had a great season and will be able to keep it up throughout the season and possible take the Vikings to the Superbowl. Cedric Benson of the Bengals rushed for 189 yards last weekend and got 1 touchdown in the Bengals 45-10 win against the Bears. Although the 49ers lost Vernon Davis caught 7 passes and 3 of them for touchdowns. Davis had a great game but thats just one game he's not what you would call a star player.
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EAGLES WILL TRUMP GIANTS
My favorite team, the Philadelphia Eagles are going against the New York Giants this week at home. It is hard to say who will win this game. Both teams have great QBs and big play wide receivers. I think the Eagles will win 24-21 because of their big play wide receiver, DeSean Jackson. The reason I think this is because the Giants have lost their best defensive back, Kenny Phillips.
Hot Picks Week 8:
QB: Philip Rivers- The Raiders allowed 38 point last week to the Jets and Mark Sanchez. Just think what the more experienced Philip Rivers could do.
RB: Maurice Jones-Drew- The Titans have one of the worst defenses in the league. I think that Maurice Jones-Drew will have a great game, with over 100 yards rushing and 2 TDs.
TE: Owen Daniels- Owen Daniels has great hands and should become a reliable target for Matt Schaub this week against the 49ers.
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Week 9Ravens @ Bengals Nov. 8, 1:00 PM, CBS Cardinals @ Bears Nov. 8, 1:00 PM, FOX Packers @ Buccaneers Nov. 8, 1:00 PM, FOX Redskins @ Falcons Nov. 8, 1:00 PM, FOX Texans @ Colts Nov. 8, 1:00 PM, CBS Dolphins @ Patriots Nov. 8, 1:00 PM, CBS Chiefs @ Jaguars Nov. 8, 1:00 PM, CBS Panthers @ Saints Nov. 8, 4:05 PM, FOX Lions @ Seahawks Nov. 8, 4:05 PM, FOX Titans @ 49ers Nov. 8, 4:15 PM, CBS Chargers @ Giants Nov. 8, 4:15 PM, CBS Cowboys @ Eagles Nov. 8, 8:20 PM, NBC Steelers @ Broncos Nov. 9, 8:30 PM, ESPN |