QUOTE (JohnWho @ Nov 1 2007, 03:27 PM)

Well, one thing to remember regarding this game -
it most likely will not affect anything regarding the standings of the two teams or their playoff situation.
This may be true, but it'll be a helluva fun game to watch!!

Almost forgot to ask - who's your favorite for the game? Colts? Patriots? Too tough to call?
Even though I am a Patriots fan, I spent an hour or so this morning looking at various data and statistics, trying to form an objective opinion. I even looked at what the bookmakers are saying! I think the Pats have more flexibility in the backfield, and the defensive squad is just too good
not to keep the pressure on Manning. I think the Colts will need to use their ground game primarily, at least in the first half, with Manning throwing occasionally. They need to try and beat up on the Pats defense in the first half, so Manning can do his thing in the second. And with both teams and quarterbacks as talented as they are, this may well come down to a shooting match between kickers.
NE - 34
Ind - 31