UTTQ Predictions: Week 10

At long last, we have a week of NFL action absent of any byes. Here's the late games for week 10.

NEW ORLEANS 35, ATLANTA 28
Expect a shootout in this clash of NFC South rivals. The Falcons continue to fly high after a slow start to the season while the Saints looked impressive in a victory over the Bucs last week. This showdown should come down to which offense can be more effective in the fourth quarter. My money's on Drew Brees.

ST LOUIS 21, CLEVELAND 17
After a heartbreaking loss in overtime last week, the Rams face off against a struggling Browns team that has lost two straight. Cleveland is decimated at running back which has put more pressure on Colt McCoy to carry the team. On the other hand, Sam Bradford has Steven Jackson on his side which should push the Rams to their second win.

PITTSBURGH 24, CINCINNATI 27
The Bengals continue their surprise season and sit at 6-2 with the Steelers coming into town. A win solidifies Cincy's standing as one of the top teams in the AFC. I fully expect this game to be a dogfight until the final seconds with Andy Dalton delivering the signature win of his young career.

BALTIMORE 24, SEATTLE 17
Despite the Seahawks being a terrible team, this is a possible trap game for the Ravens. They've already got losses to the Titans and Jaguars on their ledger for the season and coming off a huge emotional win over Pittsburgh, Baltimore could be in for a letdown. However, I expect the Ravens to have learned from earlier failures this season and deliver the win.

NEW YORK GIANTS 21, SAN FRANCISCO 24
The 49ers get their first real test of the season in this match up against the streaking Giants who are fresh off a big win over the Patriots. San Francisco sits at 8-1 though they have yet to really dominate an opponent apart from their destruction of the Bucs. In a game that should feature some hardnose running, look for the 49ers to squeak this one out late in the 4th.

DETROIT 28, CHICAGO 30
The last time these two NFC North teams met, Jay Cutler took a beating. The Lions have slowed down considerable since jumping out to a 6-0 start. The Bears on the other hand are gaining momentum following a big win on Monday over the Eagles. Look for the Bears to get revenge at Soldier Field with Cutler and Matt Forte coming up big.

NEW ENGLAND 27, NEW YORK JETS 20
The Pats are reeling after consecutive losses to the Steelers and Giants. The Jets are perfect at home and have looked better over the past weeks. It's hard to see any team with Tom Brady under sitting losing three straight so look for the Pats to get back on track come Sunday.

MINNESOTA 17, GREEN BAY 31
The last time these two teams clashed, Christian Ponder was making his first career start and the game was closer than many expected. But that was in Minnesota. Aaron Rodgers just keeps adding to his MVP resume week in and week out and is the outright favorite for the reward and its not close. Look for the Pack to roll on Monday night.