On Friday night, the Utah Blaze will take on the Chicago Rush as one of the biggest underdogs in the history of Arena Football. Here at Cappers Info, we've got your free AFL picks for the game, as well as the entire Friday night card handicapped out for you to invest in.
Utah Blaze (+23) @ Chicago Rush
Utah Notes: The Blaze have clearly been one of the most disappointing teams in the AFL this year. However, they took a major step in the right direction last week with QB Brett Elliott starting in place of the owner's son, QB Michael Affleck, who was absolutely miserable in Utah's first game of the year against Spokane. Elliott's numbers aren't solid either, as 353 yards and six TDs against a pick with a completion percentage of under 60 percent still makes him arguably the worst starting quarterback in this league, but he at least gave Utah a chance in a 63-54 loss at home to Alabama. This is Utah's first road game of the 2010 campaign.
Chicago Notes: Even though the Tulsa Talons are still considered by many as the top team in the league, the Rush were voted upon as #1 in the AFL Coaches Power Poll this week, gaining that spot from a Tulsa team that held the distinction prior to Weeks 2 and 3. Chicago is scoring a hefty 63.3 points per game this season, albeit against relatively subpar competition. QB Russ Michna is a big reason for the success of HC Mike Hohensee's team, as he is completing 64.2 percent of his passes for 791 yards and 21 TDs against three picks so far this year. Coach Ho would love to see his veteran quarterback cut down on his turnovers, as he has committed seven blunders this season. All three starting wide receivers have at least five receiving touchdowns on the year. The real difference has been a defense which has combined for five sacks and an AFL-leading ten interceptions on the season.
The Final Word: We were burned last week playing against this Chicago team going into a very hostile environment. This week, we're going to go against the Rush again, but we're going to have a heck of a lot of points on our side. Catching 23 points in this league is relatively absurd, as a 64-35 game in the dying moments can be an absolute obliteration but still turn into a backdoor cover. The Blaze showed some sort of spunk and stuck with Alabama last week, and we think they can stay within three touchdowns yet again in the Windy City. Getting away from home may be the best thing that happens to this team.
Prediction: Chicago 61 – Utah 44
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Utah +23 @ Chicago
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