UTTQ Predictions: Week 2

So this week we will be trying something different. I know we're a week late out of the gate, but we thought this might be more interesting than just posting scores along the right side of the blog. I'll be splitting duties with Insider Access, so I'll do the first 8 morning games.

OAKLAND 20, BUFFALO 27
Oakland will look to rely on their ground game, which seems to be as good as ever. But Buffalo may have the better passing game, and with two tough defenses, whoever scores the most points will win.

GREEN BAY 47, CAROLINA 20
Green Bay is stacked on both sides of the ball and will be an offensive juggernaut against the suddenly Jon Beason-less Panthers. Look for Cam Newton to struggle against a much better pass D than Arizona.

KANSAS CITY 17, DETROIT 31
The Chiefs got tomahawked by the Bills, and now must face a very difficult and destined Detroit team. The Lions will force Matt Cassel to pass, which may not have the best results.

CLEVELAND 27, INDIANAPOLIS 21
Both of these teams lost Week 1, one by a lot and the other just barely. Indianapolis better figure out their problems soon, or Colt McCoy could have a career day.

TAMPA BAY 31, MINNESOTA 23
The Bucs are looking for redemption after getting beaten by the Lions at home. The Bucs' defense will be all over the in-efficient Donovan McNabb, prompting some to possibly call for Christian Ponder.

CHICAGO 27, NEW ORLEANS 30
Chicago could be a surprise team this year, and the matchup of their defense versus the Saints offense will be very interesting. Look for New Orleans to squeak one out in order to avoid going 0-2.

JACKSONVILLE 23, NEW YORK JETS 28
The Jets' corners will have their day with Luke McCown, so look for the Jags to run the ball and control the clock. Unfortunately, that may not be enough to win against a tough New York team.

SEATTLE 19, PITTSBURGH 31
A rematch of Super Bowl XL (even Bill Leavy is in the house), Pittsburgh will dominate Seattle's O-line, but can Tarvaris Jackson pull together his troops for a win? Probably not.