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The Armchair Quarterback’s guide to the NFL Week 1

By Lyle Graversen

Aug 23, 2013; Green Bay, WI, USA; The Seattle Seahawks line up for a play during the third quarter against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Seattle won 17-10. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 23, 2013; Green Bay, WI, USA; The Seattle Seahawks line up for a play during the third quarter against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Seattle won 17-10. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 15, 2013; Miami Gardens, FL, USA;New England Patriots tight end Michael Hoomanawanui (47) misses a catch as Miami Dolphins middle linebacker Dannell Ellerbe (59) defends at Sun Life Stadium. Miami defeated New England 24-20. Mandatory Credit: Brad Barr-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 15, 2013; Miami Gardens, FL, USA;New England Patriots tight end Michael Hoomanawanui (47) misses a catch as Miami Dolphins middle linebacker Dannell Ellerbe (59) defends at Sun Life Stadium. Miami defeated New England 24-20. Mandatory Credit: Brad Barr-USA TODAY Sports /

New England Patriots at Miami Dolphins

This one may surprise a few people. I think most people think the Patriots will stroll into Miami and dispose of the Dolphins on Sunday. However, much like the Bengals/Ravens match up this is an important early divisional game. If Miami wants to compete in the East they need to knock off the defending division champs at home. While some may doubt if that can happen, Miami actually did beat the Patriots at home last season. With an improved offensive line the Dolphins should be able to give the Pats all they can handle in this one. I still think the Pats win the division, but Miami is just good enough to defend their home turf here against Tom Brady and the gang.

Patriots 23 Dolphins 26

Oakland Raiders at New York Jets I’m sorry if this offends Raiders and Jets fans, but this game would get my “snoozer of the week” award for week one. I don’t think there will be a lot of offense when Geno Smith and Derek Carr face off on Sunday. I think the Jets have the better defense, are playing at home, and their QB has an extra year of experience over Oakland’s rookie starter. I just can’t see Oakland putting up enough points on the road against Rex Ryan’s defense to pull out a win here.

Raiders 13 Jets 20

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