NFL Week 1 Predictions

It's that time again the NFL season is finally here.  And like every other season before that predictions need to be made.  So I'm not going to waste anymore time, here is how I think Week 1 will pan out.

Packers @ Seahawks
The Thursday night game gives a potential NFC Championship game preview.  I have high hopes for both of these teams but tonight is Seattle's night.  I expect a high scoring entertaining game but one that sees the defending champs edge the Packers.
PREDICTION: Seahawks

Saints @ Falcons
Unfortunately for Saints fans most of the pre season was spent on whether or not Jimmy Graham is a WR or a TE, and it sort of took away from how good this team really is.  Atlanta looks to have a bounce back season and should with Jones and White both healthy.  However the Saints are the class of this division and should win this game, perhaps by double digits.
PREDICTION: Saints

Bills @ Bears
The Chicago Bears have the potential to be one of the most explosive offenses in all of football.  It will however like it always does rest on the arm of Jay Cutler, which isn't a sure thing.  Not much going on in Buffalo, although if Sammy Watkins can stay healthy, he's my early choice for offensive rookie of the year.
PREDICTION: Bears

Bengals @ Ravens
This might be one of the tougher games to pick for me.  The Ravens new look offense might take a couple weeks to gel, and with no Ray Rice for the first two games no way to predict what they get out of their running game.  The Bengals right now are the better team but they haven't won in Baltimore since 2009.  It pains me to say but I think the Bengals take this in a close one, FG or less.
PREDICTION: Bengals

Browns @ Steelers
I cant help but think that the only thing Browns fans care about is how quickly Johnny Manziel takes over the starting job from Brian Hoyer.  Luckily for the Browns this game is on the road because even the slightest mistakes and the Cleveland faithful would turn quick on Mr Hoyer.
PREDICTION: Steelers

Titans @ Chiefs
It will be interesting to see if the Chiefs can build on their 11-5 mark of a year ago.  They just signed Alex Smith to an extension and Jamaal Charles is a top 5 running back in the NFL.  With having one of the best home field advantages in football on their side, cant say I expect much of a fight from Tennessee.
PREDICTION: Chiefs

Raiders @ Jets
Cant imagine even the fans of these two teams want to watch this game.  I guess there is one intriguing aspect, two very young QBs.  Geno Smith beat out Michael Vick for the Jets, and for once Oakland made the right move in going with Derek Carr.  Honestly, whoever the home team was in this game that's who I was going with.
PREDICTION: Jets

Vikings @ Rams
Another game that brings lackluster interest, well at least to me it does.  Shaun Hill will quarterback the Rams after another injury to Sam Bradford.  Matt Cassell on the other side isn't much better but if Adrian Peterson is ready to go it might be a long day for the Rams.
PREDICTION: Vikings

Patriots @ Dolphins
As much as it pains me to say I really don't see anyone in the AFC East, really putting a scare into the New England Patriots.  Rob Gronkowski said he's good to go for the opener, might not be much of a factor in week 1 but it should be enough.
PREDICTION: Patriots

Jaguars @ Eagles
This game has the potential to be the blowout of the week.  The Eagles look to repeat as NFC East champs while Jacksonville just cant seem to get out of its own way.  Why Blake Bortles isn't starting Week 1 is a complete mystery to me.  Good luck with Chad Henne.
PREDICTION: Eagles

Redskins @ Texans
If you are a Redskins fan you are probably going to be holding your breath this entire game.  JJ Watt and Jadeveon Clowney chasing RGIII all day.  I still like the Redskins in this match up but it wont be easy or pretty.
PREDICTION: Redskins

49ers @ Cowboys
This game should be fun.  The Niners are favorites once again to compete for a Super Bowl.  The Cowboys offense is always fun to watch and with some key pieces missing from the 49ers D, the Cowboys should be able to put some points up.  Unfortunately I don't see them stopping San Francisco too often.
PREDICTION: 49ers

Panthers @ Buccaneers
Cam Newton lost so much of his help this past off season.  I guess there is one good thing that will come out of this, we'll be able to see just how good Newton is.  Tampa will be better and Mike Evans could potentially have a good year.
PREDICTION: Panthers

Colts @ Broncos
The road to redemption starts for the Denver Broncos.  Although they did suffer a blow not having Wes Welker for the first 4 games, Peyton will be Peyton.  The Colts have a really good team but they will struggle in the tough week 1 match up.
PREDICTION: Broncos

Giants @ Lions
Im setting the over/under for interceptions in this game at 10.  Two of the most turnover prone QBs in the league take center stage on Monday night.  If nothing else it should be really entertaining.
PREDICTION: Lions

Chargers @ Cardinals
Week 1 ends with a pretty intriguing game of two teams looking to take the next step.  Carson Palmer and Phillip Rivers had bounce back type seasons in 2013.  I feel the Cardinals take this one at home, but it could be a good year for both teams.
PREDICTIONS: Cardinals

Well that's it for my week 1 predictions, you can follow me on the twitter @AndySnaks and Happy Opening Week!!