Preview: Chicago Bears @ Atlanta Falcons - October 12th

By Computer Sports

Sundays’ NFC showdown of 3-2 teams could go along way toward a possible playoff birth for the winner. Chicago without 4th quarter collapses against Carolina and Tampa should be 5-0. Led by do-it-all rookie Rb Matt Forte (383 yds rush, 172 yds rec) the Bears have found a balanced offense to help their aging yet still talented defense.  In last weeks dismantling of the Lions, Detroit stacked the line to stop Forte and Qb Kyle Orton stepped up throwing for over 300yds.

Atlanta has been a pleasant suprise in the NFC South. Featuring the leagues leading rusher, free agent signee Michael Turner (543 yds rush, 6tds) and rookie Qb Matt Ryan the Falcons have proved to be a quality team. In last weeks win over Green Bay,  Turner had over 100 yds rushing and Ryan hooked up with playmaker Roddy White for over 100yds as well. While the 1-2 punch of Turner and Jerious Norwood on the ground is their mainstay, Atlanta can get it done in the air as well!

CSS ANALYSIS:

Winning on the road in Atlanta would cement the Bears as contenders and as a legit team. However, we don’t see it! Their high ranking in rush defense is skewed by playing weak rushing opponents and they are vulnerable to the pass in the cover 2 scheme. They were lit up for over 400 yds passing by Tampa a few weeks back. Look for big plays from White and a solid workman game from Turner and a Falcon home win.

TAKE ATLANTA ON THE MONEY-LINE TO WIN OUTRIGHT

GOOD LUCK AND THANKS

�