Missed the early games this afternoon and didn't get to see the Colts & Bucs victories. If not for a last gasp 60 yard miracle field goal on the road against Jacksonville, the Indianapolis Colts would have the best record in the league right now in spite of the injuries. Buccaneers look to be in the playoff mix in the NFC but will have a tough road. At least eight teams are competing for six spots in that conference. Tampa Bay is currently vying with Philadelphia, Green Bay, and New Orleans for one of the two wild card positions. Eek!
My early season prediction of Indy vs. Green Bay in the championship is still possible but looking less likely. Should have stuck with my initial impression regarding the Baltimore Ravens, though. Don't know what's wrong with Houston. At the halfway point, I would have to say Pittsburgh and Atlanta look be the odds on favorites to reach the big dance. I'll be watching New England / Pittsburgh tonight and hoping for an asteroid to hit the stadium. I imagine 1:30am is probably a little late for you all to catch that one.