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NFL Week 2: Picks Against the Spread

By Cody Williams

Jan 3, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tackle Tyron Smith (77) in action during the game against the Washington Redskins at AT&T Stadium. The Redskins defeat the Cowboys 34-23. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 3, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys tackle Tyron Smith (77) in action during the game against the Washington Redskins at AT&T Stadium. The Redskins defeat the Cowboys 34-23. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /
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Aug 19, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Miami Dolphins defensive end Mario Williams (94) and defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh (93) during the game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. The Cowboys defeat the Dolphins 41-14. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 19, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Miami Dolphins defensive end Mario Williams (94) and defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh (93) during the game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. The Cowboys defeat the Dolphins 41-14. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /

Miami Dolphins at New England Patriots (-6.5)

Whew. The Jimmy G hype train is already out of control. That’s not to say that the young New England Patriots quarterback doesn’t deserve a fair amount of credit. How he handled the offense against one of the best teams int he NFC was undoubtedly impressive on Sunday Night Football. He made some strong decisions and great throws throughout the night. However, don’t be fooled by thinking he wasn’t helped out by the New England defense and a lethargic Arizona first half.

Contrarily, I’m not sure enough people are talking about or giving the Miami Dolphins credit for their Week 1 performance. Their record might read 0-1 under new head coach Adam Gase, but this looked like a different team entirely under this new regime. Ndamukong Suh and the defense played with more energy than they did at any point last season. Meanwhile, Ryan Tannehill and the offense weren’t abysmal against the vaunted Seahawks defense.

Subsequently, this line is just way too high and screams of everyone hopping on the Garoppolo bandwagon. I think he’ll be fine and far from a disaster in his second start, but I think the Dolphins will perform much better than most people are expecting. I think this game is ultimately decided by a field goal either way. Thus, I’m taking the road underdogs again.

Pick: Dolphins (+6.5)

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