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Who would have though that going into the 7th week of the 2014 NFL season that Demarco Murray would be leading the league in rushing yard? Murray is not only leading, but dominating the league in rushing yards. Through six games, Murray has an NFL record 785 rushing yards, which is a comfortable lead among the top rushers of the league, with Le'Veon Bell trailing him with just 542 rushing yards. What is the reason for Murray's current success? Some would argue that Murray is just simply taking advantage of his opportunity. Since his rookie season in 2011, Murray has not been able to collect more than 217 rushing attempts in a single season. Through six games this season, Murray has attempted a league high 159 rushing attempts, while the next highest is Lesean Mccoy at 116 rushing attempts. Murray will likely surpass his average rushing attempts for his first two seasons in the NFL (162.5 rushing attempts) this upcoming week vs the New York Giants. Murray has always shown the ability to be a dominant running back in the NFL, averaging 4.9 yards per carry through his three year career. Murray is on pace to break his current single season records of rushing attempts (217 attempts in 2013), rushing yards (1,121 yards in 2013), yards per game (80 yards per game in 2013), and touchdowns (9 touchdowns in 2013). 

The Dallas Cowboys have already showed some concern about the amount of carries Murray has attempted due to his history of injury. Murray has yet to complete a full season in the NFL, missing 11 games in his first three seasons. Some would say he has shown a propensity for injury and taking on the biggest workload of his career could backfire. The Dallas Cowboys find themselves in a tough situation. They are currently 5-1 tied for the best record in the NFL and tied atop the NFC East division. A major contributor to their success is Demarco Murray's ability to run the football. Their decision to dedicate themselves to the running game seems to be a winning formula. The Cowboys are desperate for their first postseason appearance since 2009, and Murray may be their ticket there. 

Let's take an in-depth look at Murray's ability to gash defenses and rack up tons of yards each week. The players that usually don't get enough credit are the offensive lineman, without the dominant offensive line of the Dallas Cowboys, Murray would not be able to dominate week in and week out. Since 2011, the Cowboys have spent three first round picks on offensive lineman (Tyron Smith in 2011, Travis Frederick in 2013, and Zack Martin in 2014), and they seem to be paying off. This offensive line has been able to dominate the trenches and open up huge gaps for Murray. If the offensive line continues to gel as a unit, Murray is set up for success. Another unnoticed characteristic of this 2014 Cowboys offense is their unselfishness. Another vital contributor to Murray's success is the exceptional blocking by wide receivers and tight ends such as Dez Bryant and Jason Witten. These factors will contribute to Murray surpassing the 1,000 yard mark for the second straight season. 

The Pro Bowl running back (2013), is raising the question, can he break Eric Dickerson's single season rushing yards record? Eric Dickerson hold the single season rushing yards record with 2,105 yards in 1984 when he was a member of the Los Angeles Rams. The closest any player has come to Dickerson's prolific record was in 2012 when Adrian Peterson of the Minnesota Vikings rushed for 2,097 yards, 8 yards short of the now 30 year record. Through six games, Murray not only leads all players in rushing yards, but he leads most teams. Murray has rushed for more yards than every team in the NFL other than, the Pittsburgh Steelers, San Francisco 49ers, and Baltimore Ravens. In comparison to Eric Dickerson and Adrian Peterson, Murray leads both running backs in rushing yards through six games (Peterson had 499 rushing yards, Dickerson had 605 rushing yards, and Murray has 785 rushing yards). Murray's 131 yards per game average will need to increase slightly (1 more yard per game) in order catch Dickerson's record.

If Demarco Murray is able to stay healthy throughout the entire season, he should be able to break Dickerson's single season rushing yards record. Along with Murray's success, the Dallas Cowboys should be able to win at least 10-12 games if Murray can stay healthy, most likely helping them reach the postseason for the first time since 2009, which would make Jerry Jones a very happy man. Let's see what Murray can do this week vs the division rival New York Giants.

Who would have though that going into the 7th week of the 2014 NFL season that Demarco Murray would be leading the league in rushing yard? Murray is not only leading, but dominating the league in rushing yards. Through six games, Murray has an NFL record 785 rushing yards, which is a comfortable lead among the top rushers of the league, with Le'Veon Bell trailing him with just 542 rushing yards. What is the reason for Murray's current success? Some would argue that Murray is just simply taking advantage of his opportunity. Since his rookie season in 2011, Murray has not been able to collect more than 217 rushing attempts in a single season. Through six games this season, Murray has attempted a league high 159 rushing attempts, while the next highest is Lesean Mccoy at 116 rushing attempts. Murray will likely surpass his average rushing attempts for his first two seasons in the NFL (162.5 rushing attempts) this upcoming week vs the New York Giants. Murray has always shown the ability to be a dominant running back in the NFL, averaging 4.9 yards per carry through his three year career. Murray is on pace to break his current single season records of rushing attempts (217 attempts in 2013), rushing yards (1,121 yards in 2013), yards per game (80 yards per game in 2013), and touchdowns (9 touchdowns in 2013). 

The Dallas Cowboys have already showed some concern about the amount of carries Murray has attempted due to his history of injury. Murray has yet to complete a full season in the NFL, missing 11 games in his first three seasons. Some would say he has shown a propensity for injury and taking on the biggest workload of his career could backfire. The Dallas Cowboys find themselves in a tough situation. They are currently 5-1 tied for the best record in the NFL and tied atop the NFC East division. A major contributor to their success is Demarco Murray's ability to run the football. Their decision to dedicate themselves to the running game seems to be a winning formula. The Cowboys are desperate for their first postseason appearance since 2009, and Murray may be their ticket there. 

Let's take an in-depth look at Murray's ability to gash defenses and rack up tons of yards each week. The players that usually don't get enough credit are the offensive lineman, without the dominant offensive line of the Dallas Cowboys, Murray would not be able to dominate week in and week out. Since 2011, the Cowboys have spent three first round picks on offensive lineman (Tyron Smith in 2011, Travis Frederick in 2013, and Zack Martin in 2014), and they seem to be paying off. This offensive line has been able to dominate the trenches and open up huge gaps for Murray. If the offensive line continues to gel as a unit, Murray is set up for success. Another unnoticed characteristic of this 2014 Cowboys offense is their unselfishness. Another vital contributor to Murray's success is the exceptional blocking by wide receivers and tight ends such as Dez Bryant and Jason Witten. These factors will contribute to Murray surpassing the 1,000 yard mark for the second straight season. 

The Pro Bowl running back (2013), is raising the question, can he break Eric Dickerson's single season rushing yards record? Eric Dickerson hold the single season rushing yards record with 2,105 yards in 1984 when he was a member of the Los Angeles Rams. The closest any player has come to Dickerson's prolific record was in 2012 when Adrian Peterson of the Minnesota Vikings rushed for 2,097 yards, 8 yards short of the now 30 year record. Through six games, Murray not only leads all players in rushing yards, but he leads most teams. Murray has rushed for more yards than every team in the NFL other than, the Pittsburgh Steelers, San Francisco 49ers, and Baltimore Ravens. In comparison to Eric Dickerson and Adrian Peterson, Murray leads both running backs in rushing yards through six games (Peterson had 499 rushing yards, Dickerson had 605 rushing yards, and Murray has 785 rushing yards). Murray's 131 yards per game average will need to increase slightly (1 more yard per game) in order catch Dickerson's record.

If Demarco Murray is able to stay healthy throughout the entire season, he should be able to break Dickerson's single season rushing yards record. Along with Murray's success, the Dallas Cowboys should be able to win at least 10-12 games if Murray can stay healthy, most likely helping them reach the postseason for the first time since 2009, which would make Jerry Jones a very happy man. Let's see what Murray can do this week vs the division rival New York Giants.

The Dallas Cowboys are off to a great 5-1 record so far this year. They are tied for first in the NFC east with the Philadelphia Eagles. One of the reasons the Cowboys are off to their great start is because of running back DeMarco Murray. Murray might even be the frontrunner for league MVP. So far through 6 games Murray has 785 rushing yards and 6 touchdowns. He is on pace to rush for over 2,000 yards and over 400 attempts in a season. The Cowboys are in a tough spot right now since Murray is a free agent at the end of the year. The Cowboys have also been linked to Minnesota Vikings troubled running back Adrian Peterson. So what would happen if Dallas would sign Peterson? What would happen to Murray?

If the Cowboys were smart they would try to keep Murray along with signing Adrian Peterson. With all the legal troubles Peterson is facing, it’s tough to say when he will be able to play in a game. There are reports out now saying Peterson could face suspension when his court days are over. I realistically see Peterson playing mid way towards the end of next year, or maybe even two years from now depending on how hard Roger Goodell comes down on him with suspensions. The Cowboys could also sign Peterson to a really cheap contract, thinking that no other NFL team will take a chance on him. That also depends on if the Vikings release Peterson.

Lining up Peterson and Murray in the back field at the same time could confuse the defense since they won't know who will carry the ball. Murray has his history of injuries; having Peterson there to take off some of the wear and tear could keep Murray fresher and the same could be said about keeping Peterson fresh. There has also only been 6 teams in NFL history that had two teammates both rush for over 1,000 yards in a season. Murray and Peterson together could make it 7 NFL teams in history.

The hardest part is re-signing DeMarco Murray. Almost every team would love to sign Murray. The Cowboys will also have to try to sign wide receiver Dez Bryant who will also be a free agent at the end of the year. According to reports the Cowboys are already in talks with Murray trying to work a new contract out with him. Murray and Bryant won't be cheap to sign though. The signing of Peterson could help the Cowboys in many ways, one by helping split carries with Murray and two he could be the lead runner incase Murray doesn't resign with the Cowboys.

Bye teams: Kansas City Chiefs, New Orleans Saints

Thursday, Oct. 9

Indianapolis Colts (3-2) @ Houston Texans (3-2), 8:25 p.m.

The Colts are red hot, coming off of a three game winning streak where Andrew Luck has thrown for 1075 yards and nine touchdowns. Both Trent Richardson and Ahmad Bradshaw have flashed potential, but neither one has been able to keep it up to be considered a number one back. Meanwhile, the Texans held the Cowboys to their lowest score (20) since Week 1 (17). The Texans also held DeMarco Murray to zero touchdowns, which is impressive considering the back scored against stout running fronts like the 49ers' and Rams'. The Colts are leading the league in passing attempts and do not look for that to change, as the Texans' weakness on defense is pass coverage.

With Arian Foster back, the Texans now have a formidable offense. Foster, averaging 4.7 yards per carry, should be able to carve up a defense that has yet to face a productive back. Ryan Fitzpatrick is still turnover-prone, throwing six picks in the last three games, but he is more than capable of managing a game. As long as the Colts do not get far ahead and the Texans are forced to rely on Fitzpatrick, the Texans have a chance to keep it close and possibly pull out a win in the end.

Indianapolis Colts Win, 31-23

Sunday, Oct. 12

Chicago Bears (2-3) @ Atlanta Falcons (2-3), 1 p.m.

The Bears have not lived up to expectations this year and are coming off of a disappointing loss to the Panthers. Jay Cutler is a clear representation of the team, throwing six touchdowns to zero picks in the team's two wins while throwing six picks to just as many touchdowns in the three losses. Matt Forte was supposed to be one of the most productive backs this year, coming off of two 1000-yard seasons, but his lone impressive performance came in a 17-38 loss to the Packers. The Falcons have one of the league's worst defenses, so look for Cutler to be on top of his game, while Forte should be able to score his first rushing touchdown.

After a shaky start that consisted of flashes of potential, the Falcons have dropped two straight, scoring 48 points but allowing 71. The Bears' first three opponents scored around 20 points a game, but they have allowed 30+ points in both of their more recent match-ups. The Falcons will try to run it against a seemingly weak defensive front, but this game will turn into a shootout very quick.

Chicago Bears Win, 45-41

Jacksonville Jaguars (0-5) @ Tennessee Titans (1-4), 1 p.m.

Blake Bortles has played well at times, but has also thrown two picks in each of his games. The Jaguars have not built up much of a running game, so they will, once again, lean on Bortles to lead their offense. The Titans' passing defense is about average, so look for Bortles to top his Week 5 performance.

Jake Locker is said to be doubtful for the Titans, but Charlie Whitehurst is capable of leading the Titans' offense. The Jaguars have one of the league's worst defenses, ranking 32nd against the pass, so the Titans should be able to move the ball with consistency.

Tennessee Titans Win, 24-17

Baltimore Ravens (3-2) @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1-3), 1 p.m.

After three strong performances, the Ravens fell short in Week 5. While their offense has been inconsistent, they are most definitely capable of leading their team. The Buccaneers have had a few strong defensive performances, but they have not been able to hold up against the high-powered passing attacks. Joe Flacco is an adequate quarterback with a more-than-capable receiving corps, even without Dennis Pitta, so look for the Ravens to put up points early.

The Buccaneers' offense has been surprisingly productive with Mike Glennon at helm, but the Ravens have held the Steelers, Panthers, and Colts to 6, 10, and 20 points, respectively. The Ravens' defense has been great against the run, but have struggled to contain the pass. Look for Glennon to have his best game of 2014.

Baltimore Ravens Win, 28-24

Denver Broncos (3-1) @ New York Jets (1-4), 1 p.m.

Peyton Manning has been on point all year long, and do not look for that to change against what has long been a suspect secondary. Montee Ball, who was one of the most praised players in the offseason, has yet to live up to expectations. Look for Manning to air it out against a defense capable of shutting down the run.

While there was little hope before, it is now quite certain that the Jets are in for a rough season. Their running game is surprsingly productive, but they will fall behind quickly against the high-flying Broncos and have to air it out. Michael Vick and Geno Smith may both get playing time, as Vick, who is currently the starter, is not expected to play well.

Denver Broncos Win, 42-20

Detroit Lions (3-2) @ Minnesota Vikings (2-3), 1 p.m.

Golden Tate has really stepped up in place of Calvin Johnson, recording 250 yards over the past two games. The Vikings' secondary, though, is very stout and will not allow him to put up numbers at his current pace. The Lions will eventually have to turn to their passing attack, as Reggie Bush and Joique Bell have struggled to provide much in the running game.

Teddy Bridgewater played well in his NFL debut, and was impressive in his second game before going down with an injury. Expected to start against the Lions, he will be leaned on heavily. The Vikings' running game looked promising in Week 4, but was brought down back to reality in a 10-42 loss against the Packers.

Detroit Lions Win, 30-20

New England Patriots (3-2) @ Buffalo Bills (3-2), 1 p.m.

The Patriots shocked everybody, upsetting the Bengals 43-17. All of the Bills wins, though, are arguably upsets. The Bills have one of the best run defenses in the league, so Tom Brady will likely air it out.

Kyle Orton was efficient last week, completing 70% of his passes, against the Lions. Ranked third in passing defense, the Patriots are two spots above the Lions. It is hard to see Orton having a game just as good, as C.J. Spiller and Fred Jackson should bounce back after a quiet night. After the Patriots performance last week, this game looks like it is one sided, but it will most definitely be a close one.

New England Patriots Win, 33-31

Carolina Panthers (3-2)@ Cincinnati Bengals (3-1), 1 p.m.

The Panthers have been one of the more inconsistent teams in the league, losing two of the last three after starting off 2-0. The Panthers do not have a healthy, proven back, so look for them to pass it often, even against a weak run defense. Cam Newton, who has thrown just one pick this year, will have a good game overall, but he will struggle to consistently move the ball.

Andy Dalton will have to step up against the Panthers; the Bengals do not have a consistent running game, so they will have to rely on Dalton to lead the offense. The Panthers' secondary may be suspect, but their pass rush makes up for that. Expect Dalton to have a big game after a disappointing loss to the Patriots.

Cincinnati Bengals Win, 24-20

Pittsburgh Steelers (3-2) @ Cleveland Browns (2-2), 1 p.m.

These two teams faced off in Week 1, with the Steelers coming on top 30-27. Coming off of a dreadful loss to the Buccaneers and just edging out the Jaguars, the Steelers do not look so hot. Ben Roethlisberger, though, has thrown six touchdowns to zero interceptions in the past three games, while Le'Veon Bell has been one of the most productive backs in 2014. The Browns rank in the bottom five in both rushing and passing defense, allowing 5.1 yards per run and 8.1 yards per pass.

Bryan Hoyer is seen as a game manager, but he is much more than that. Hoyer is one the reasons that the Browns has stayed close in all of their games, losing by five combined points in Weeks 1 and 3. With one of the best backfields in the league, the Browns will look to carve up the Steelers' defense. Like the first one, this match-up will be close.

Cleveland Browns Win, 31-24

Green Bay Packers (3-2) @ Miami Dolphins (2-2), 1 p.m.

After falling to the Lions 7-19, the Packers bounced back, scoring 80 points over the past two weeks while allowing just 27. Aaron Rodgers, who has thrown 12 touchdowns to just one pick, has been the most impressive quarterback over the past two weeks, while Eddie Lacy stepped it up last week, running for 105 yards and two touchdowns. The Dolphins' defense is pretty solid against both the run and the pass, but look for them to struggle against what is possibly the most potent one-two punch.

All of the Dolphins' games have had a point differential of at least 13, and at 2-2, they have been incredibly inconsistent. Ryan Tannehill's best performance came against a weak Oakland secondary, while he has failed to lead the offense in the other three outings. When the running game has struggled, so has the Dolphins' offense as a whole. Look for the Dolphins to go with a run-first mentality, as the Packers have a very talented secondary.

Green Bay Packers Win, 31-27

San Diego Chargers (4-1) @ Oakland Raiders (0-4), 4:05 p.m.

The Chargers may have the league's easiest three-game stretch, facing the winless Raiders after going up against the Jaguars (0-3) and Jets (1-3) in the previous two weeks. Philip Rivers has played like the best quarterback in 2014, and look for him to continue against a team that was carved up by Ryan Tannehill. Brandon Oliver will look to build off of a strong performance, and he certainly matches up favorably against the 31st-ranked run defense.

Derek Carr has been quite impressive for a rookie quarterback, but the Chargers have one of the best pass defenses in the league. If Carr is able to play, he will likely struggle, along with the rest of the offense.

San Diego Chargers Win, 34-21

Dallas Cowboys (4-1) @ Seattle Seahawks (3-1), 4:25 p.m.

The Cowboys are on a four-game win streak and are looking to keep it alive. While Tony Romo has thrown seven touchdowns in the last three games, he is also the turnover-prone quarterback he has always been. Luckily for the Cowboys, DeMarco Murray takes the pressure off of him. Murray, the league leader in rushing yards, will go up against the first-ranked run defense. Murray ran 118 yards and one touchdown against the 49ers in Week 1, who are ranked fifth in run defense.

Being the only team with more rushing yards than the Cowboys, the Seahawks have done a good job getting consistent production out of Marshawn Lynch. Unlike the Seahawks, the Cowboys do not have a top ranked run defense. The Cowboys are ranked 20th and 18th in run and pass defense, respectively, so the Seahawks' offense will look to fire on all cylinders after a few shaky performances.

Seattle Seahawks Win, 35-27

Washington Redskins (1-4) @ Arizona Cardinals (3-1), 4:25 p.m.

The Redskins have the fifth-ranked passing offense, but it is scewed due to Kirk Cousins' 427-yard performance in the Week-3 shootout. Other than that game, no Redskins quarterback has topped 300 yards passing. On the other hand, the Cardinals' pass defense is 31st, but they have allowed just 760 passing yards, 253 yards per game, if you exclude Peyton Manning's 479-yard performance. The Cardinals are also the only team to have held Philip Rivers under 250 yards, a single touchdown, and below a 124 passer rating (75.9), while their run defense rank among the best in the league, so this is not a favorable match-up for the Redskins' offense.

With Logan Thomas expected to start, the Cardinals' offense is in trouble. The Redskins have a very inconsistent secondary, but Thomas is extremely raw, and may not be able to beat the pressure. Andre Ellington will look to make an impact, and if the Cardinals' defense can hold the Redskins under 20 points, Ellington may be able to lead the Cardinals to a victory.

Washington Redskins Win, 24-14

New York Giants (3-2) @ Philadelphia Eagles (4-1), 8:30 p.m.

The Giants have won three straight, with the leading rusher in all three games being a Giants back. The Eagles have a suspect run defense, so look for both Rashad Jennings and Andre Williams to have big games. Eli Manning has thrown eight touchdowns to just one pick in the past three games, after throwing just three touchdowns to four picks in the first two. The Eagles' secondary has struggled in coverage, allowing 13 touchdowns throughout the year, so look for Manning to have another big game.

Nick Foles, unlike Manning, started off strong and has been a bit disappointing in the past two weeks. After throwing for 978 yards and six touchdowns, to go along with just two picks, in the first three weeks, Foles has thrown just 402 yards and two touchdowns, while tossing three picks. More disappointing than Foles' recent failures is LeSean McCoy's lack of production. Darren Sproles has done well in both the running and passing game, but McCoy has just 342 yards from scrimmage off of 108 touches. The Giants' defense has been okay, but they are inconsistent, so look for Eagles' offense to step it up.

Philadelphia Eagles Win, 35-30

Monday, Oct. 13

San Francisco 49ers (3-2) @ St. Louis Rams (1-3), 8:30 p.m.

Coming off of two close, strong wins, the 49ers are starting to play like playoff contenders. The 49ers are bottom five in passing attempts, while the Rams have the first-ranked passing defense, so look for Frank Gore to get the rock early and often. The 49ers' third-ranked rushing offense matches up favorably against the Rams' underperforming defensive front.

Austin Davis has been a pleasant surprise for the Rams, but look for the second-year player to struggle against a defense that held the Eagles' offense scoreless. The 49ers rank second in total defense, while ranking top five in both the pass and rushing games. The Rams' offense will struggle from the start, but a lot like the Bears did in Week 2, the Rams will be able to create a few big plays.

San Francisco 49ers Win, 28-20

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Bye teams: Kansas City Chiefs, New Orleans Saints

Thursday, Oct. 9

Indianapolis Colts (3-2) @ Houston Texans (3-2), 8:25 p.m.

The Colts are red hot, coming off of a three game winning streak where Andrew Luck has thrown for 1075 yards and nine touchdowns. Both Trent Richardson and Ahmad Bradshaw have flashed potential, but neither one has been able to keep it up to be considered a number one back. Meanwhile, the Texans held the Cowboys to their lowest score (20) since Week 1 (17). The Texans also held DeMarco Murray to zero touchdowns, which is impressive considering the back scored against stout running fronts like the 49ers' and Rams'. The Colts are leading the league in passing attempts and do not look for that to change, as the Texans' weakness on defense is pass coverage.

With Arian Foster back, the Texans now have a formidable offense. Foster, averaging 4.7 yards per carry, should be able to carve up a defense that has yet to face a productive back. Ryan Fitzpatrick is still turnover-prone, throwing six picks in the last three games, but he is more than capable of managing a game. As long as the Colts do not get far ahead and the Texans are forced to rely on Fitzpatrick, the Texans have a chance to keep it close and possibly pull out a win in the end.

Indianapolis Colts Win, 31-23

Sunday, Oct. 12

Chicago Bears (2-3) @ Atlanta Falcons (2-3), 1 p.m.

The Bears have not lived up to expectations this year and are coming off of a disappointing loss to the Panthers. Jay Cutler is a clear representation of the team, throwing six touchdowns to zero picks in the team's two wins while throwing six picks to just as many touchdowns in the three losses. Matt Forte was supposed to be one of the most productive backs this year, coming off of two 1000-yard seasons, but his lone impressive performance came in a 17-38 loss to the Packers. The Falcons have one of the league's worst defenses, so look for Cutler to be on top of his game, while Forte should be able to score his first rushing touchdown.

After a shaky start that consisted of flashes of potential, the Falcons have dropped two straight, scoring 48 points but allowing 71. The Bears' first three opponents scored around 20 points a game, but they have allowed 30+ points in both of their more recent match-ups. The Falcons will try to run it against a seemingly weak defensive front, but this game will turn into a shootout very quick.

Chicago Bears Win, 45-41

Jacksonville Jaguars (0-5) @ Tennessee Titans (1-4), 1 p.m.

Blake Bortles has played well at times, but has also thrown two picks in each of his games. The Jaguars have not built up much of a running game, so they will, once again, lean on Bortles to lead their offense. The Titans' passing defense is about average, so look for Bortles to top his Week 5 performance.

Jake Locker is said to be doubtful for the Titans, but Charlie Whitehurst is capable of leading the Titans' offense. The Jaguars have one of the league's worst defenses, ranking 32nd against the pass, so the Titans should be able to move the ball with consistency.

Tennessee Titans Win, 24-17

Baltimore Ravens (3-2) @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1-3), 1 p.m.

After three strong performances, the Ravens fell short in Week 5. While their offense has been inconsistent, they are most definitely capable of leading their team. The Buccaneers have had a few strong defensive performances, but they have not been able to hold up against the high-powered passing attacks. Joe Flacco is an adequate quarterback with a more-than-capable receiving corps, even without Dennis Pitta, so look for the Ravens to put up points early.

The Buccaneers' offense has been surprisingly productive with Mike Glennon at helm, but the Ravens have held the Steelers, Panthers, and Colts to 6, 10, and 20 points, respectively. The Ravens' defense has been great against the run, but have struggled to contain the pass. Look for Glennon to have his best game of 2014.

Baltimore Ravens Win, 28-24

Denver Broncos (3-1) @ New York Jets (1-4), 1 p.m.

Peyton Manning has been on point all year long, and do not look for that to change against what has long been a suspect secondary. Montee Ball, who was one of the most praised players in the offseason, has yet to live up to expectations. Look for Manning to air it out against a defense capable of shutting down the run.

While there was little hope before, it is now quite certain that the Jets are in for a rough season. Their running game is surprsingly productive, but they will fall behind quickly against the high-flying Broncos and have to air it out. Michael Vick and Geno Smith may both get playing time, as Vick, who is currently the starter, is not expected to play well.

Denver Broncos Win, 42-20

Detroit Lions (3-2) @ Minnesota Vikings (2-3), 1 p.m.

Golden Tate has really stepped up in place of Calvin Johnson, recording 250 yards over the past two games. The Vikings' secondary, though, is very stout and will not allow him to put up numbers at his current pace. The Lions will eventually have to turn to their passing attack, as Reggie Bush and Joique Bell have struggled to provide much in the running game.

Teddy Bridgewater played well in his NFL debut, and was impressive in his second game before going down with an injury. Expected to start against the Lions, he will be leaned on heavily. The Vikings' running game looked promising in Week 4, but was brought down back to reality in a 10-42 loss against the Packers.

Detroit Lions Win, 30-20

New England Patriots (3-2) @ Buffalo Bills (3-2), 1 p.m.

The Patriots shocked everybody, upsetting the Bengals 43-17. All of the Bills wins, though, are arguably upsets. The Bills have one of the best run defenses in the league, so Tom Brady will likely air it out.

Kyle Orton was efficient last week, completing 70% of his passes, against the Lions. Ranked third in passing defense, the Patriots are two spots above the Lions. It is hard to see Orton having a game just as good, as C.J. Spiller and Fred Jackson should bounce back after a quiet night. After the Patriots performance last week, this game looks like it is one sided, but it will most definitely be a close one.

New England Patriots Win, 33-31

Carolina Panthers (3-2)@ Cincinnati Bengals (3-1), 1 p.m.

The Panthers have been one of the more inconsistent teams in the league, losing two of the last three after starting off 2-0. The Panthers do not have a healthy, proven back, so look for them to pass it often, even against a weak run defense. Cam Newton, who has thrown just one pick this year, will have a good game overall, but he will struggle to consistently move the ball.

Andy Dalton will have to step up against the Panthers; the Bengals do not have a consistent running game, so they will have to rely on Dalton to lead the offense. The Panthers' secondary may be suspect, but their pass rush makes up for that. Expect Dalton to have a big game after a disappointing loss to the Patriots.

Cincinnati Bengals Win, 24-20

Pittsburgh Steelers (3-2) @ Cleveland Browns (2-2), 1 p.m.

These two teams faced off in Week 1, with the Steelers coming on top 30-27. Coming off of a dreadful loss to the Buccaneers and just edging out the Jaguars, the Steelers do not look so hot. Ben Roethlisberger, though, has thrown six touchdowns to zero interceptions in the past three games, while Le'Veon Bell has been one of the most productive backs in 2014. The Browns rank in the bottom five in both rushing and passing defense, allowing 5.1 yards per run and 8.1 yards per pass.

Bryan Hoyer is seen as a game manager, but he is much more than that. Hoyer is one the reasons that the Browns has stayed close in all of their games, losing by five combined points in Weeks 1 and 3. With one of the best backfields in the league, the Browns will look to carve up the Steelers' defense. Like the first one, this match-up will be close.

Cleveland Browns Win, 31-24

Green Bay Packers (3-2) @ Miami Dolphins (2-2), 1 p.m.

After falling to the Lions 7-19, the Packers bounced back, scoring 80 points over the past two weeks while allowing just 27. Aaron Rodgers, who has thrown 12 touchdowns to just one pick, has been the most impressive quarterback over the past two weeks, while Eddie Lacy stepped it up last week, running for 105 yards and two touchdowns. The Dolphins' defense is pretty solid against both the run and the pass, but look for them to struggle against what is possibly the most potent one-two punch.

All of the Dolphins' games have had a point differential of at least 13, and at 2-2, they have been incredibly inconsistent. Ryan Tannehill's best performance came against a weak Oakland secondary, while he has failed to lead the offense in the other three outings. When the running game has struggled, so has the Dolphins' offense as a whole. Look for the Dolphins to go with a run-first mentality, as the Packers have a very talented secondary.

Green Bay Packers Win, 31-27

San Diego Chargers (4-1) @ Oakland Raiders (0-4), 4:05 p.m.

The Chargers may have the league's easiest three-game stretch, facing the winless Raiders after going up against the Jaguars (0-3) and Jets (1-3) in the previous two weeks. Philip Rivers has played like the best quarterback in 2014, and look for him to continue against a team that was carved up by Ryan Tannehill. Brandon Oliver will look to build off of a strong performance, and he certainly matches up favorably against the 31st-ranked run defense.

Derek Carr has been quite impressive for a rookie quarterback, but the Chargers have one of the best pass defenses in the league. If Carr is able to play, he will likely struggle, along with the rest of the offense.

San Diego Chargers Win, 34-21

Dallas Cowboys (4-1) @ Seattle Seahawks (3-1), 4:25 p.m.

The Cowboys are on a four-game win streak and are looking to keep it alive. While Tony Romo has thrown seven touchdowns in the last three games, he is also the turnover-prone quarterback he has always been. Luckily for the Cowboys, DeMarco Murray takes the pressure off of him. Murray, the league leader in rushing yards, will go up against the first-ranked run defense. Murray ran 118 yards and one touchdown against the 49ers in Week 1, who are ranked fifth in run defense.

Being the only team with more rushing yards than the Cowboys, the Seahawks have done a good job getting consistent production out of Marshawn Lynch. Unlike the Seahawks, the Cowboys do not have a top ranked run defense. The Cowboys are ranked 20th and 18th in run and pass defense, respectively, so the Seahawks' offense will look to fire on all cylinders after a few shaky performances.

Seattle Seahawks Win, 35-27

Washington Redskins (1-4) @ Arizona Cardinals (3-1), 4:25 p.m.

The Redskins have the fifth-ranked passing offense, but it is scewed due to Kirk Cousins' 427-yard performance in the Week-3 shootout. Other than that game, no Redskins quarterback has topped 300 yards passing. On the other hand, the Cardinals' pass defense is 31st, but they have allowed just 760 passing yards, 253 yards per game, if you exclude Peyton Manning's 479-yard performance. The Cardinals are also the only team to have held Philip Rivers under 250 yards, a single touchdown, and below a 124 passer rating (75.9), while their run defense rank among the best in the league, so this is not a favorable match-up for the Redskins' offense.

With Logan Thomas expected to start, the Cardinals' offense is in trouble. The Redskins have a very inconsistent secondary, but Thomas is extremely raw, and may not be able to beat the pressure. Andre Ellington will look to make an impact, and if the Cardinals' defense can hold the Redskins under 20 points, Ellington may be able to lead the Cardinals to a victory.

Washington Redskins Win, 24-14

New York Giants (3-2) @ Philadelphia Eagles (4-1), 8:30 p.m.

The Giants have won three straight, with the leading rusher in all three games being a Giants back. The Eagles have a suspect run defense, so look for both Rashad Jennings and Andre Williams to have big games. Eli Manning has thrown eight touchdowns to just one pick in the past three games, after throwing just three touchdowns to four picks in the first two. The Eagles' secondary has struggled in coverage, allowing 13 touchdowns throughout the year, so look for Manning to have another big game.

Nick Foles, unlike Manning, started off strong and has been a bit disappointing in the past two weeks. After throwing for 978 yards and six touchdowns, to go along with just two picks, in the first three weeks, Foles has thrown just 402 yards and two touchdowns, while tossing three picks. More disappointing than Foles' recent failures is LeSean McCoy's lack of production. Darren Sproles has done well in both the running and passing game, but McCoy has just 342 yards from scrimmage off of 108 touches. The Giants' defense has been okay, but they are inconsistent, so look for Eagles' offense to step it up.

Philadelphia Eagles Win, 35-30

Monday, Oct. 13

San Francisco 49ers (3-2) @ St. Louis Rams (1-3), 8:30 p.m.

Coming off of two close, strong wins, the 49ers are starting to play like playoff contenders. The 49ers are bottom five in passing attempts, while the Rams have the first-ranked passing defense, so look for Frank Gore to get the rock early and often. The 49ers' third-ranked rushing offense matches up favorably against the Rams' underperforming defensive front.

Austin Davis has been a pleasant surprise for the Rams, but look for the second-year player to struggle against a defense that held the Eagles' offense scoreless. The 49ers rank second in total defense, while ranking top five in both the pass and rushing games. The Rams' offense will struggle from the start, but a lot like the Bears did in Week 2, the Rams will be able to create a few big plays.

San Francisco 49ers Win, 28-20

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It sounds crazy right?  Why would anyone let arguably the best running back on the young 2014 season go after what is looking to be a career year?  On top of that, why would you let that guy go and pick up another guy who's best years are likely behind him and will probably bring a P.R. headache along with him.  Here's why:

 You already know what Demarco Murray has done so far on the season; pretty much whatever he wants.  He's run for over 100 yards and a score in every game and will probably continue that streak this Sunday when the Cowboys take on Houston.  Murray is in his final year of his rookie contract and will be looking to get paid at the end of the season, and with good reason.  At age 26 and with at least a couple more seasons of possible Pro-Bowl type performance, Murray will be worth the money that top flite running backs get.  Getting a deal done will depend on not only how much the Cowboys are willing to pay, but also both parties agreeing on how much the deal will be for.  The Cowboys will likely want a three year contract while Murray could be looking to get closer to five years.  Murray's history tells us that he is injury prone and the Cowboys don't want to be paying for a guy who used to be Demarco Murray four years down the line that can't stay healthy. 

So why bring in Adrian Peterson, who is already 29 and has more baggage than any team would want to deal with?

The big thing with Peterson is he's now limited on which teams, if any, will be open to taking him.  While most, if not all of the country is in agreement that the domestic violence situation with Ray Rice and others is absolutely awful and inexcusable, there are parts of the country that at least understand Peterson's approach when it comes to disciplining a child.  While many people would agree that Peterson may have crossed a line, some of those same people would also say that part of their method of discipline involves spanking.  One of the few places in the country where this approach may be understood by a vast majority of people is Texas. You're not going to find a place where 100% of the people are for or against anything, but locations in the South are likely to have a majority of people that agree with where Peterson was coming from, even if they think he went too far. 

Aside from the cultural and moral beliefs, there are the financial reasons behind all of it.  The rest of Peterson's contract is non-guaranteed, meaning that if the Vikings cut him they would save 56 million dollars.  While the Vikings don't have another Peterson on the bench, they do have Matt Asiata and Jerick McKinnon, the latter of which Vikings fans are very excited about.  McKinnon is 22 years old and along with rookie quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, and young wide receiver Cordarelle Patterson, the Vikings are excited about his future.  The Vikings already have budding superstars at every skill spot.  Think about what they could do to bolster their lineup with an extra fifty-six million to work with.

Back to the Cowboys.  Why would they be interested in bringing in Peterson?  Any team that decides they want to step into the waters of signing Peterson will no doubt play the, "Not many other teams are going to want you." card.  And they are right.  There are only a handful of teams that will even consider it and that will bring Peterson's value down.  Remember that earlier this year, Peterson supposedly had a quick conversation where he expressed to Jerry Jones that he would like to play for the Cowboys at some point.  The Cowboys could likely sign Peterson to a cheap contract and for only a couple of years.  Yes, he's 29, but this is still Adrian Peterson.  The O-Line that Dallas has is so good that you or I could run through it.  What do you think Adrian Peterson could do with it?  The Cowboys could give Peterson the ball for a couple of years and draft a young running back during that time who would be ready to take over once Peterson is gone.  

It's not what Cowboys fans want to hear, but re-signing Demarco Murray isn't the best option for the future. When it all comes down to it, it's all about the money and that doesn't just mean money that is brought in, but also money that is saved, which both the Vikings and Cowboys would do with a deal like this.  Whether you like it or not, winning cures most, if not all, ills.  If the Cowboys can bring in Peterson and he can be the Peterson that he has been for a couple of years for them, and if the Vikings can get rid of the massive amount of money they currently owe Peterson, Dallas may have a new, "old" guy running the ball for them. 

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It sounds crazy right?  Why would anyone let arguably the best running back on the young 2014 season go after what is looking to be a career year?  On top of that, why would you let that guy go and pick up another guy who's best years are likely behind him and will probably bring a P.R. headache along with him.  Here's why:

 You already know what Demarco Murray has done so far on the season; pretty much whatever he wants.  He's run for over 100 yards and a score in every game and will probably continue that streak this Sunday when the Cowboys take on Houston.  Murray is in his final year of his rookie contract and will be looking to get paid at the end of the season, and with good reason.  At age 26 and with at least a couple more seasons of possible Pro-Bowl type performance, Murray will be worth the money that top flite running backs get.  Getting a deal done will depend on not only how much the Cowboys are willing to pay, but also both parties agreeing on how much the deal will be for.  The Cowboys will likely want a three year contract while Murray could be looking to get closer to five years.  Murray's history tells us that he is injury prone and the Cowboys don't want to be paying for a guy who used to be Demarco Murray four years down the line that can't stay healthy. 

So why bring in Adrian Peterson, who is already 29 and has more baggage than any team would want to deal with?

The big thing with Peterson is he's now limited on which teams, if any, will be open to taking him.  While most, if not all of the country is in agreement that the domestic violence situation with Ray Rice and others is absolutely awful and inexcusable, there are parts of the country that at least understand Peterson's approach when it comes to disciplining a child.  While many people would agree that Peterson may have crossed a line, some of those same people would also say that part of their method of discipline involves spanking.  One of the few places in the country where this approach may be understood by a vast majority of people is Texas. You're not going to find a place where 100% of the people are for or against anything, but locations in the South are likely to have a majority of people that agree with where Peterson was coming from, even if they think he went too far. 

Aside from the cultural and moral beliefs, there are the financial reasons behind all of it.  The rest of Peterson's contract is non-guaranteed, meaning that if the Vikings cut him they would save 56 million dollars.  While the Vikings don't have another Peterson on the bench, they do have Matt Asiata and Jerick McKinnon, the latter of which Vikings fans are very excited about.  McKinnon is 22 years old and along with rookie quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, and young wide receiver Cordarelle Patterson, the Vikings are excited about his future.  The Vikings already have budding superstars at every skill spot.  Think about what they could do to bolster their lineup with an extra fifty-six million to work with.

Back to the Cowboys.  Why would they be interested in bringing in Peterson?  Any team that decides they want to step into the waters of signing Peterson will no doubt play the, "Not many other teams are going to want you." card.  And they are right.  There are only a handful of teams that will even consider it and that will bring Peterson's value down.  Remember that earlier this year, Peterson supposedly had a quick conversation where he expressed to Jerry Jones that he would like to play for the Cowboys at some point.  The Cowboys could likely sign Peterson to a cheap contract and for only a couple of years.  Yes, he's 29, but this is still Adrian Peterson.  The O-Line that Dallas has is so good that you or I could run through it.  What do you think Adrian Peterson could do with it?  The Cowboys could give Peterson the ball for a couple of years and draft a young running back during that time who would be ready to take over once Peterson is gone.  

It's not what Cowboys fans want to hear, but re-signing Demarco Murray isn't the best option for the future. When it all comes down to it, it's all about the money and that doesn't just mean money that is brought in, but also money that is saved, which both the Vikings and Cowboys would do with a deal like this.  Whether you like it or not, winning cures most, if not all, ills.  If the Cowboys can bring in Peterson and he can be the Peterson that he has been for a couple of years for them, and if the Vikings can get rid of the massive amount of money they currently owe Peterson, Dallas may have a new, "old" guy running the ball for them. 

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If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

Dallas Cowboys running back DeMarco Murray has made a lot of friends, and enemies, so far this season as he's run rampant against opposing defenses en route to a No. 1 ranking among running backs in fantasy thus far.

While you won't become a millionaire picking the same players as the field, you won't do yourself any favors getting fancy picking the wrong players. Get creative elsewhere, because Murray is the exception to the rule. Here are the five reasons Murray will make you a millionaire:

Among the Greats

Murray joined elite company on Sunday night, becoming the fourth running back in NFL history to begin a season with four straight games rushing for 100 or more yards AND one or more touchdowns.

The other three backs? Jim Brown, O.J. Simpson and Emmitt Smith.

Houston Has a Problem

Through four games this season, the Texans have allowed 468 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 94 carries to opposing running backs, an average of 4.9 yards per carry. Murray through four games has 534 yards and five touchdowns on 99 carries, an average of 5.4 yards per carry.

Romo Ready

The passing game, led by Tony Romo, has come alive in the last two games, providing a balance that doesn't allow the Cowboys to rely on Murray's feet alone. With a revived passing attack, defenses will have to remain honest in their approach to the offense, leaving Murray with more than enough running room to continue to wreak havoc.

Not for a Lack of Competition

Through four games, the 49ers have allowed 224 rushing yards and one touchdown to opposing running backs. Murray has 118 of those yards and the lone touchdown against one of the best run defenses in the league. He will produce, no matter the opposition.

Refer to the Top

Like I previously stated, if it ain't broke, don't fix it. DeMarco Murray is the number one running back in fantasy football for a reason. It's time to treat him like it, and let him treat you to being a millionaire.

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If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

Dallas Cowboys running back DeMarco Murray has made a lot of friends, and enemies, so far this season as he's run rampant against opposing defenses en route to a No. 1 ranking among running backs in fantasy thus far.

While you won't become a millionaire picking the same players as the field, you won't do yourself any favors getting fancy picking the wrong players. Get creative elsewhere, because Murray is the exception to the rule. Here are the five reasons Murray will make you a millionaire:

Among the Greats

Murray joined elite company on Sunday night, becoming the fourth running back in NFL history to begin a season with four straight games rushing for 100 or more yards AND one or more touchdowns.

The other three backs? Jim Brown, O.J. Simpson and Emmitt Smith.

Houston Has a Problem

Through four games this season, the Texans have allowed 468 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 94 carries to opposing running backs, an average of 4.9 yards per carry. Murray through four games has 534 yards and five touchdowns on 99 carries, an average of 5.4 yards per carry.

Romo Ready

The passing game, led by Tony Romo, has come alive in the last two games, providing a balance that doesn't allow the Cowboys to rely on Murray's feet alone. With a revived passing attack, defenses will have to remain honest in their approach to the offense, leaving Murray with more than enough running room to continue to wreak havoc.

Not for a Lack of Competition

Through four games, the 49ers have allowed 224 rushing yards and one touchdown to opposing running backs. Murray has 118 of those yards and the lone touchdown against one of the best run defenses in the league. He will produce, no matter the opposition.

Refer to the Top

Like I previously stated, if it ain't broke, don't fix it. DeMarco Murray is the number one running back in fantasy football for a reason. It's time to treat him like it, and let him treat you to being a millionaire.