BETWEEN THE LINES
September 21, 2008 - 9:00 pm
Three reasons to like THE PANTHERS (+31/2) OVER THE VIKINGS
Carolina’s defense has given up 110 yards rushing per game and should keep the Vikings in check.
Steve Smith returns for the Panthers, giving them their most explosive player, which should open up the offense.
The Vikings have a knack of giving up big plays, allowing ones of 56, 57, 75 and 32 yards. Also throw in a 76-yard punt return.
Three reasons To LIKE THE STEELERS-EAGLES OVER (44)
The Eagles have the No. 1 scoring offense at 37.5 points per game.
Ben Roethlisberger is the NFL’s top-rated passer with a 136.3 rating.
Both defenses do a great job at stopping the run, giving up less than 70 yards per game. That should lead to a more wide-open attack.
LAST WEEK: 1-1
SEASON: 3-1
