Balance entering Week 5: $1,450

Redskins (+6.5) at Eagles

You know how all of college football media is enslaved to the SEC? Yeah, the NFC East is like that this year, but unlike the 14-10 snorefests down in backwoods Mississippi, this hype is deserved. It’s very, very clear that this is the best division in football.

Looks like Jason Campbell’s finally found an offensive system that works for him. His development process has been a little behind schedule, but he’s becoming a good NFL quarterback. I really like the Redskins coming off a high note after upsetting the Cowboys on the road, and it’s likely that the Eagles’ best player is still a little gimpy. $100 on the Redskins.

Falcons (+3.5) at Packers

Ryan! Flynn!! It’s the NFL on FOX!!! I feel Mike McCarthy’s pain — he can either send a clearly injured Aaron Rodgers out, or take his chances with… Matt Flynn. Green Bay is still clearly the better team, and they’re at home. Therefore… $50 on the Packers.

Seahawks (+7) at Giants

7 points? Really? Vegas, you’re too kind. Did you forget that Seattle is getting two pretty good receivers back this week? Or do you still think the Giants are actually good? The Seahawks ain’t no great shakes, but really… article after article has pointed out Eli Manning’s shortcomings as a quarterback, and yet you continue to worship him. It’s getting just a little silly now. Justin Tuck can’t play both sides of the ball, you know. Thanks for the free money. $300 on the Seahawks.