Red Zone Offense: 10/4/09

In week 4 of the National Football League, it was a week of highs and lows. Many teams looked great as they pummeled their opponents into the ground, while their opponents themselves must be rather embarrassed with their performance.

Teams that looked good:

Indianapolis - While the game did not look all that tough coming into it, Peyton Manning insured that this one was not even close as he threw for over 350 yards, alone with 2 touchdowns keeping the Colts looking good undefeated.

Miami - It has been quite a disappointing year for Miami, up until this game where they thrashed Buffalo. They defense looked good as they forced three interceptions, the run could not be stopped, and Chad Henne did a good job of managing the offense.

Houston - The Texans kept it call together as they trounced the Raiders on Sunday, as Steve Slaton did his part with a rushing and receiving touchdown.

Jacksonville - Another disappointment this season up until this game was the Jaguars, but they started to sway opinion in the other direction with their destruction of rival Tennessee. For a running team like Jacksonville, it was impressive to see over 300 passing yards and 3 touchdowns through the air.

Teams that looked bad:

Oakland: Their offense was in disarray as they were routed by Houston this Sunday. They need to create some sort of running game to get this offense on the right track and help out lackluster QB play.

Tennessee: What happened to the Titans? is the defense even alive out there? could they really be this bad?

Buffalo: They gave 250 net yards rushing in their disappointing loss to the Miami Dolphins, they were looking like they were improving this year. Key word: Were

Tampa Bay: There's not much to say here, they need an overhaul. Now.

Detroit Lions Vs Chicago Bears

Key Stat: Matt Forte had 121 rushing yards on 12 attempts

Proposed Score: Chicago 17 - Detroit 13

Real Score: Chicago 48- Detroit 24

Cincinnati Bengals Vs Cleveland Browns

Key Stat: Chad Ochocinco had 2 touchdowns

Proposed Score: Cinci 23 - Cleveland 14

Real Score: Cinci 23 - Cleveland 20

Houston Texans Vs Oakland Raiders

Key Stat: Jacoby Jones ran a kickoff back 95 yards for a TD.

Proposed Score: Houston 21 - Oakland 10

Real Score: Houston 29 - Oakland 6

Seattle Seahawks Vs Indianapolis Colts

Key Stat: Robert Mathis had three sacks and forced two fumbles

Proposed Score: Indy 28 - Seattle 13

Real Score: Indy 34 - Seattle 17

Tennessee Titans Vs Jacksonville Jaguars

Key Stat: David Garrard threw for 323 passing yards and 3 TDs.

Proposed Score: Jacksonville 14 - Tennessee 16

Real Score: Jacksonville 37 - Tennessee 17

New York Giants Vs Kansas City Chiefs

Key Stat: Kansas City only converted 2 of 15 3rd downs.

Proposed Score: New York 24 - Kansas City 7

Real Score: New York 27 - Kansas City 16

Baltimore Ravens Vs New England Patriots

Key Stat: The Patriots were 1 for 1 on 4th down.

Proposed Score: Baltimore 27 - New England 19

Real Score: Baltimore 21 - New England 27

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Vs Washington Redskins

Key Stat: Tampa forced Washington into 3 interceptions.

Proposed Score: Washington 14 - Tampa Bay 7

Real Score:Washington 16 - Tampa Bay 13

Buffalo Bills Vs Miami Dolphins

Key Stat: Vontae Davis had a 23 yards interception return for a TD.

Proposed Score: Buffalo 17 - Miami 15

Real Score: Buffalo 10 - Miami 38

New York Jets Vs New Orleans Saints

Key Stat:Darren Sharper had a 99 yard interception return for a TD.

Proposed Score: New York 17 - New Orleans 26

Real Score: New York 10 - New Orleans 24

Dallas Cowboys Vs Denver Broncos