NFL Picks ATS Week 13 2009

The streak ended but still 1-1 isn't bad. One pick this week:

Week 13 Pick:
ATLANTA +5.5 vs. Philadelphia

Team Ratings:
Atlanta and Phili are right next to each other in the middle of the pack at 20.44 and 21.33, respectively. Note: Ratings and hence picks are based on historical performance so they do not take into consideration the fact that Matt Ryan is out. Generally I believe the impact of injuries is overrated.

Strength of Schedule Rank:
Atlanta 8, Philadelphia 25

Ranking Highlights:
New Orleans, Indy an Minnesota have separated themselves at the top with ratings of 30, 27, and 27 and St. Louis and Detroit round out the bottom with ratings of 11 and 10.