Wildcard Weekend

So the wildcard weekend has wrapped up and three of the games were not eventful but the NFL saved the best for last. It was ashame the first three games of the weekend were not that entertaining because the Wildcard and Divisional weekends are two of the best football weekends of the year. So onto the games.



Jets at Bengals: In the first of the three rematch games of the previous week the Jets ran the ball to victory. Mark Sanchez had an excellent passing day (two drops and a batted ball at the line of scrimmage were the only incompletions) but Shonne Green and and Thomas Jones had big days running the ball which won this game. The Jets defense played well again against the Bengals though Cedric Benson did his best to keep the Bengals in the game. The Jets defense shut down Chad Ochocinco and the Bengals pass offense. Plus two missed field goals and the Jets came away with the victory. Also great job by Jay Feely to fill in as a punter for the Jets.



Eagles at Cowboys: The Cowboys, Wade Phillips, and Tony Romo get over the hill. They all win their first playoff game and the organizations first since 1996. The Cowboys played great defense against the Eagles and had a very well balanced offensive attack. Many thought a few weeks ago the Eagles were peaking at the right time but many feel now it is the Cowboys. It will be a fun game against the Vikings next week.



Ravens at Patriots : This was the most shocking game of the weekend. The Patriots got smacked at home. The Ravens threw the ball ten times and just ran down the Patriots throat. The run defense was the strength of the Patriots and it let them down. On offense the Patriots really missed Wes Welker and Randy Moss could not break free. It will be a long offseason is New England. As for the Ravens they will be a real challenge for the Colts on Saturday night.

Packers at Cardinals: Thanks go out to both of these teams for a great game. The Packers offense lead by Aaron Rodgers played fantastic and with youth on their side have a very bright future. The Packers defense, the strong point all year, could not stop an almost perfect Kurt Warner. The Cardinals offense was excellent and the defense was suspect until the last play. Sure footed Neil Rackers missed a game winning field goal which was a surprise but the Cardinals survived and go up against a high powered Drew Brees offense and the Saints. What a game this should be. Also Kurt Warner after this game please do not retire we will miss you.