You know those tasty looking sandwiches Dominos has been advertising for the past six months? You know, the ones with that bold new taste that claims undoubtedly that they can beat any old sub shop at its craft? Well, my curiousity got to me today after watching their newest commercial which gave me a few small inside chuckles so I got on the dial to try one out. Not too mention a buddy of mine was salivating over it and could not be swayed from his lunchtime decision.
We decided on the Chicken Bacon Ranch, which anything with those three things in one sentence will make froth at the mouth like an eight month old and the Sweet & Spicy Chicken Habanero, one of their 4 bold new oven baked delights. We also ordered a pepperoni pizza as well even though I have never been a fan of Dominos pizza, but the 3 for $5.55 deal was just too inviting. Half an hour went by before our man meal showed up and the excitement of something new was building up.
I have always been a man that has lived by a few random rules. Mainly, to be open-mined and always allow yourself to try something new and don’t dip your pen in the company ink. Easy enough right? Well, today I added a new rule. By your sandwiches from a place that makes sandwiches and your pizzas from a place that makes pizzas. After my first bite the excitement was thrown out the window like giving away a buck to a slot machine. The chicken look like it was leftover Taco Bell meat, the bacon wasn’t even detected by my tastebuds, and the ranch (and I put ranch on everything) was as bland as the girl you meet at the bar that you realize you have absolutely nothing in common with. As far as the other sandwich, it was loaded with pineapples yet I couldn’t even taste them because the jalapenos lodge inside were more intense than a cockfight (as in two rooster boxing). All in all, and I don’t say this much, but I give Dominos an F. Whether you choose to live by my words or not, don’t say I didn’t worn ya.
Now, onto the picks. Last week, I went 3-2 once again and as I stated in a post earlier this week, I am done puttin my money on the Redskins. But hey, we’re still making money.
Giants (-7) over BUCS The G-Men are back to ‘07 form and quite possibly even better than that. Eli has matured into one of the best QBs in the league and the they haven’t missed a beat at wideout. Super Mario and Steve Smith are both at the top of the ranks through the first two weeks and it has no signs of stopping. The Giants head to Tampa this week against a team that really has no hope against some of the better teams in the league. Even though Leftwich might look good on paper, he has never really proved he can win. He might be a good pickup if you are looking for garbage points because they will be behind all year and he can actually play, but my money has the Giants by 10 in this one. Fantasy Pick: Brandon Jacobs breaks out this week with 124yds on the ground and two short-yardage touchdowns.
The Fantasy Guy loves him some Mario Manningham
Titans (+2.5) over JETS I understand that the Jets are not a team anybody wants to face this year, but also understand they are still very raw. It’s comparable to Kobe Bryant’s rookie year. You saw the talent, but it hadn’t all came together yet. Mark Sanchez will be a great QB in this league as well, but I would rather play bridge with my grandmother before going up against an 0-2 Titans squad. Fantasy Pick: Jerricho Cothcery, 7 for 77 and a touch.
BENGALS (+4) over Steelers The Bungles have a defense. Shutdown corners Leon Hall and Jonathan Joseph have been super solid to start the year and Antwan Odom had five sack last week…………five! Bundle this baby up with the under in a nice little parlay to make some extra cash. With a banged up Steelers defense, this is my lock of the week. Fantasy Pick: Chad Ocho Cinco, 6 grabs for 115 and a 60 yard grab on the first series to the house allowing him to pull out the terrible towel.
Jaguars (-3.5) over TEXANS This may be another Fantasy Frenzy this week as the Jags head to Houston. They are one player away from being an elite defense, but they just aren’t there yet. David Garrard and MJD will keep this one close and the Texans will win by 3 once again in a shootout. Fantasy Pick: Maurice Jones-Drew, 160 total yards and 2TDs.
Panthers (+9) over COWBOYS This is a ridiculous line and easy money for you. The Panthers are not that bad and like the Titans they are 0-2 and ready to fight someone. They may not come out on top, but +9, c ‘mon Vegas! Fantasy Pick: Felix Jones 15 carries 140 yards and a TD.
Last Week: 3-2, Season: 6-4
