Chicago at Washington

Joe Gibbs had a bad year last year and some are questioning whether the great one can return to his once dominant form. His team is instilled as six point favorites this afternoon against a Chicago club that also had a very bad year and lost their starting QB, Rex Grossman, in the preseason. So, the Bears start a rookie - Kyle Orton. Both of these teams were absolutely horrible offensively last year but had solid defenses. Washington finished 30th in the league and the Bears were worse. The Bears have made more changes, though. Cedric Benson can be one of the best in the league and should make an impact out of the gate. He may see limited time on Sunday but Thomas Jones is a solid substitute. Kyle Orton is a rookie, yes, but he's been impressive in preseason play. He is poised and confident. And, he's got Pro Bowler Mushin Muhammed to throw to. With two very good defenses squaring off, this should be a very low-scoring game which could go either way which favors the underdog getting a generous six points. It wouldn't surprise me if the Bears won here. In any case, good value on the dog. One star on Chicago.