Arizona Sports predicts Cardinals vs. Bengals

The Bengals are solid, but nothing special. Rookie QB Andy
Dalton has done a good job finding fellow rookie A.J.
Green for big plays, but Patrick Peterson could be just
the guy to slow down his former SEC opponent.

And here’s the kicker: I think this is the game John
Skelton looks good for four quarters. No fourth quarter
heroics necessary, the Cardinals cruise in this one.

Final Score: Cardinals 24, Bengals 10

Good matchup between A.J. Green and Patrick Peterson, two
stud rookies, but I expect a big game from Green and he
will be the difference, along with a solid Bengals ground
attack. Cincy at home — even with a lot of empty seats
and even though the weather will not be as cold as usual
this time of year — will be a factor. Bengals season did
not turn out the way they expected but they have talent
and should be able to squeak out the win.

Final Score: Bengals 23, Cardinals 17

Run the offense through Beanie Wells…run to set up the
pass.

At some point Arizona won’t be able to cover up for poor
QB play…playing on the road doesn’t help…

Final Score: Bengals 20, Cardinals 17

Assuming Skelton gets the start, he’ll, once again, need
to ride defense and special teams to get the win. If those
two squads come through and the offense puts in a few TDs,
the Cards win this one, but it’s close.

Final Score: Cardinals 24, Bengals 21

I really like the way the Cardinals have been playing to their strengths.
The defense continues to grasp Ray Horton’s system and just keeps
opponents out of the end zone.

And let’s face it, the Bengals haven’t been a good home team this
season, going just 3-3 at Paul Brown Stadium. I think the Cardinals’
magical streak continues in ugly, low-scoring fashion.

Final Score: Cardinals 13, Bengals 10