Fearless playoff predictions, for entertainment purpose only of course

The First Weekend Matchups:

Washington at Tampa Bay (-2.5)
Jacksonville at New England (-7.5)
Carolina at New York Giants (-2.5)
Pittsburgh at Cincinnati (+2.5)


My Predictions:
1) I think Tampa Bay Bay covers easily against a hurting Mark Brunell at QB for the Redskins. A couple well-timed blitzes and Patrick Ramsey could be in there, a very scary thought for Skins fans.
2) New England beats Jacksonville but I don't think they'll cover the 7.5. The New England D is not what it used to be and this will be close. Brady and the Pats have been playing much better lately though so I see them winning by at least a field goal, maybe even yet another late Adam Vinatieri field goal (Adam V. is the most money kicker in the league right now hands down).
3) I'll take Carolina and the points. I know Tiki Barber had a great year but I still don't buy Eli Manning (especially in his first playoff appearance) and the NYG defense as playoff winners.
4) I was surprised to see that Cincinnati is an underdog in this one. I will take Cincinnati and the points all the way to the bank. Cincy isn't getting enough respect apparently since they have a solid running and passing game and a not too shabby defense. Pittsburgh eeked their way into the playoffs and is overrated based on past season performances. Cincy wins by 7 and covers with no problems.