They were lucky to beat Philadelphia, and that's a bad sign. This is the Super Bowl matchup that almost happened last season. It doesn't appear as if it will happen this season either. Denver is approaching the point of no return. If the Broncos lose one more time, they probably must win all eight of their remaining games to make the playoffs.
Desperation is a good thing.
Terry Allen is running on two rebuilt knees, and he has scored five touchdowns. Arizona is taking that infamous step back after a surprisingly good season in 1998. But the Browns regressed in St. Louis and have to go on the road again. New Orleans has lots of discontent in its locker room, but the Browns are like the doctor - they make you better. Four weeks ago, New York linebacker Jessie Armstead called this matchup The Loser Bowl.