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Found December 28, 2012 on Football Extra Points: Yardbarker Blogger Network
TEAMS: Houston Texans,  Indianapolis Colts
The Texans can lock up the top spot if they beat their division rival Colts. Entering the last week of the season I'm sitting at 153-87.  That's ok but not great.  I'd like to be over 170 for the season, but it is what it is at this point.  Let's finish strong. With teams resting players and teams out, I'll also take a look at the postseason and offseason for the teams in addition to my picks. Tampa Bay at Atlanta - A game where one team has everything locked up and another team is out of the playoffs is tough to pick.   The Bucs are a young team with a good core on offense.  They need to bring in some more pieces on defense to keep getting better.  I like where they are going. The Falcons are headed to the playoffs and have the #1 seed.  Everyone, including me, have been asking what the Falcons can do in the postseason.  A running game and good defense are key to consistent play in the postseason.  Turner is a little older but Rodgers adds a nice ...
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