The Return Of The Weekly Upsets

I'm back on the upset train! Admit it, you missed my "can't-miss" NFL picks. OK, maybe not, but here are two bold predictions anyway...

• Minnesota over NY Giants: To quote Orel Hershiser, Leslie Frazier has "turned this ship around." It's amazing what a healthy does of Adrian Peterson can do for an offense. Look for the Vikings to slow down the Giants' running game and squeak out a hard-fought victory.
• Washington over Tampa Bay: As much as I like Raheem Morris and QB Josh Freeman, I simply don't believe in the Bucs. The Redskins certainly aren't world beaters, but they're good enough to knock off an overrated Tampa team at home. McNabb and company will get it together this week.

I really want to take Houston over Baltimore, but I just can't pull the trigger. It's been another disappointing season for the Texans, who looked like a playoff team coming into the season. Gary Kubiak will likely be looking for work this spring.