http://www.yardbarker.com/content/team/34 Recent articles about the Cleveland Browns en-us An amazing 20-14 record against the spread thus far for the Duke's Picks with yet another winning week in the books. Last week, the late game heroics of Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts (ok, so it was the collapse of Sage Rosenfels and the Houston Texans) carried us to paydirt once again. This week, tough spreads up and down the board, but not to worry…I've found five good ones for ya. MINNESOTA VIKINGS -13 Detroit Lions - Those who are fans of The Duke's Picks know I'm not the type to lay a big number all too often, so this one might surprise you. Let's disect though: Jon Kitna is doubtful (back), Calvin Johnson (knee) and Roy Williams (hip) are questionable. More than likely, the receivers will play, but Kitna is going to miss this game. To make matters worse, his replacement, Dan Orlovsky is having ankle problems. Detroit is already 0-4 and their average margin of defeat is 20 points. Minnesota should be heading in the right direction after a Monday Night victory over the Saints last week, the return of Bryant McKinnie, and another week of rest for Sidney Rice. Sure, Brad Childress is a knucklehead, but even he should be able to lead his team to a 20+ point victory in this one. Sat, 11 Oct 2008 12:08:31 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348843 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348843 Browns tight end Kellen Winslow unexpectedly spent a second night in the Cleveland Clinic with an undisclosed illness. "His arms and legs aren't falling off or anything like that," coach Romeo Crennel said. Winslow is still listed as questionable for Monday night's game against the Giants. "We all know he has had some injuries that he has had to deal with and he's played through them, and at times we've had to manage him so that he can play through them. We know that he'll be out there [Monday] if at all possible. If it's possible that he can be there, he'll be there." We reported on Friday regarding talk among players that Winslow was suffering from swelling in a certain area where no man wants swelling to occur. Sat, 11 Oct 2008 06:54:25 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348779 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348779 This week we will be analyzing 28 defenses, as four of them; Buffalo Bills, Kansas City Chiefs, Pittsburgh Steelers and Tennessee Titans all have bye-weeks. Listed below are the Bruno Boys Defensive Rankings for Week 6, all you have to do is click the link below to see how your defense ranks ------------------------ 1. (New York Giants) @ Cleveland Browns The third best defense stats wise takes on the leagues worst offense at the moment. Is it just us, or do the New York Giants look like a great play this week? The only thing that could stop them is a return to old for the Cleveland Browns, which in all likelihood will not happen. Bruno Boys Stars: * * * * * ------------------------ 2. (Philadelphia Eagles) @ San Francisco 49ers The Philadelphia Eagles defense is pretty solid, ranking in the top 6 in the league allowing just 274 YPG. They take on a San Francisco 49ers club that has barely managed 300 YPG. As good as the Eagles rush defense usually is, barring last weeks Clinton Portis performance, the Eagles should be able to keep Frank Gore and his fellow 49ers in check. Bruno Boys Stars: * * * * * ------------------------ 3. (Chicago Bears) @ Atlanta Falcons The veteran Chicago Bears defense has a lot going for them this week. First of all, they take on an inexperienced, younger group from Atlanta. Secondly, their RB Matt Forte should be able to run all over the Falcons. This is a pretty good defensive match up this week, and only one of three that earns the 5 star rating. Bruno Boys Stars: * * * * * ------------------------ To READ the rest of the Week 6 Team Defense rankings, click the link below Sat, 11 Oct 2008 02:42:50 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348752 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348752 breakdown all the upcoming WEEK 6 games, analyzing who has a strong match-up and who has one you should stay away from. All 14 games with all the information you need for fantasy football success. Some of the topics discussed are.. How many combined points will the Arizona Cardinals and Dallas Cowboys score in Week 6? After two big games will Ronnie Brown continue his torrid pace against the Houston Texans? Does Steven Jackson or any of the St. Louis Rams offense have fantasy value in Week 6? Has T.J. Houshmandzadeh shown enough to be plugged in as a WR1 on a weekly basis? and much much more.... To find out the answers to those questions, click the LINK below to listen NOW... Sat, 11 Oct 2008 02:34:22 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348748 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348748 Welcome, it's now Week 6 of the fantasy football season and this is when owners start playing meaningful games. You might have been able to afford a loss or two early on, but with the fantasy playoffs just seven weeks away you better bring your A game. With that in mind, Bruno Boys Cavigs & Ziza bring to you the Week 6 version of the Bruno Boys Fantasy Football Roundtable 1. Matt Forte vs. Michael Turner Bruno Boys Cavigs: TURNER. Both have been stellar running backs thus far, but I'm going with my gut here and predicting that Turner has another 100 rushing yard and touchdown performance. Forte has the better matchup, but my personal take is that the Bears have a tough time tackling Turner. Bruno Boys Ziza: FORTE. The Falcons rush defense is holier than Swiss cheese. While I project them both to have 16 points this week, the one with the bigger upside in my mind would be Forte. Turner is part of a fantastic RB duo, while Forte is no doubt the main guy. -------------------- 2. Ronnie Brown vs. Steve Slaton Bruno Boys Ziza: BROWN. After back to back solid games against the Patriots and Chargers, there is no doubt in my mind that he should keep it going against the Texans. Bruno Boys Cavigs: BROWN. Both running backs have been on fire over the past two weeks, but I'll take the true runner in Brown over the shifty and speedy Slaton. Look for Brown to post his third straight 100 rushing yard and touchdown performance. -------------------- To read the FULL article click the LINK below... Sat, 11 Oct 2008 02:24:48 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348741 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348741 Browns defensive end Corey Williams seemed unimpressed with Giants running back Brandon Jacobs. "If we can come out and hit him in the mouth from the... Sat, 11 Oct 2008 01:19:39 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348716 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348716 Cleveland Browns tight end Kellen Winslow has been hospitalized with an undisclosed illness. Coach Romeo Crennel said Friday that Winslow was kept... Sat, 11 Oct 2008 01:19:38 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348706 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348706 Browns coach Romeo Crennel seemed testy when asked if QB Derrick Anderson's starting job was in jeopardy. "I never said that Anderson was on a short... Sat, 11 Oct 2008 01:19:37 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348692 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348692 Middle linebacker Antonio Pierce plans to play against the Browns on Monday despite missing two straight practices with a thigh injury. A"I will never... Sat, 11 Oct 2008 01:19:35 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348671 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348671 Cleveland Browns tight end Kellen Winslow will spend a second night in the hospital with an undisclosed illness that could keep him out of Monday... Sat, 11 Oct 2008 01:19:36 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348676 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348676 Wow!!! More injuries. Remember my humorous letter about seeing Stallworth in week 13, for the 1st time? It may not be as humorous as intended. Stallworth is still not a definite. Winslow probably won't play either. My 12-4 prediction at the beginning of the year has been flushed down the commode. 3-13? Being a [...] Sat, 11 Oct 2008 00:24:45 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348655 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348655 Cleveland Browns tight end Kellen Winslow has been hospitalized with an undisclosed illness. Coach Romeo Crennel said Friday that Winslow was kept... Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:18:21 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348471 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348471 Browns defensive end Corey Williams seemed unimpressed with Giants running back Brandon Jacobs. "If we can come out and hit him in the mouth from the... Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:18:22 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348481 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348481 Browns coach Romeo Crennel seemed testy when asked if QB Derrick Anderson's starting job was in jeopardy. "I never said that Anderson was on a short... Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:18:21 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348457 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348457 Derek Anderson owners are waiting for him to finally have a breakout game, but don't expect to see it happen this week against the Giants. He's one of our top matchups to avoid for this week. See which other big name players made list for week six. Fri, 10 Oct 2008 16:51:02 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348432 http://www.yardbarker.com/author/article/348432