CLIPPERS @ MAVERICKS : NBA ON ESPN

Its was only a week ago the LA Clippers lost to a rallying Golden State Warriors team on ESPN. It seems the Clippers always find a way to lose it at the end, even after producing a quality three quarters. Tonight on ESPN, the Clippers will match-up against the Dallas Mavericks in a western conference showdown that should be a thriller. The (3-4) Mavericks are clearly struggling to score the rock and have been too reliant on veteran PF Dirk Nowitzki. Tonight I expect the youth of Los Angeles to run the Mavericks and Marck Cuban right out of the gym. Tune in a 8:00 p.m. on ESPN to see how it all plays out.

Los Angeles Clippers @ Dallas Mavericks 8:00 p.m. E.T on ESPN



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FINE AS WINE - NFL VIOLATIONS (WEEK 9)

Week 9 in the NFL featured a few questionable plays but two in particular caught the eyes of league officiation and well-renowned NFL officiating vice president Dean Blandino. Most of us who watched were offended by what we saw, others were exposed to just how vile and malicious some players in the league can be. Not to mention, the newly exposed photographs from Cowboys DE Greg Hardy domestic violence case that is soon to receive much scrutiny. As the NFL seeks to remain integral, be assured that these particular incidents will come with a direct consequence.

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Dirty hit on Teddy Bridgewater VIDEO HERE : http://tinyurl.com/ormrh6u

Rams DB Lamarcus Joyner took what in my opinion a dirty shot at the skull of Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater. The shot caused Bridgewater to lay unconsciously on the field for several seconds until Vikings staff helped him walk off by the grace of God. After examination, Teddy was ruled out of the game with a concussion. The long term effects of concussions are very serious and thus this is why the league has been cracking down on the play and activity that causes them, including "hits to the head," "hits on a defenseless receiver," "unnecessary roughing" and more. Joyner has stated that the play was accidental and that he had no intentions of hurting the Vikings second year QB but the footage justifies the idea that to play was indeed malicious.

(Photo: Michael Conroy, AP)

Aqib Talib malicious eye poke VIDEO HERE : http://tinyurl.com/q95epgq

The Denver Broncos suffered their first loss of the season to the Indianapolis Colts Sunday afternoon. The unlikely defeat definitely caused the Broncos some frustration. In the latter minutes of the game, Broncos DB Aqib Talib took his hand and violently pokeed the right eye of Colts TE David Allen. The "unsportsmanlike conduct" had nothing to do with the game and therefore will cause the Broncos shutdown corner to miss a next weeks action. Against a well rested Kansas City team in Week 10 the Broncos will definitely miss Talib. Unlike the Minnesota/St. Louis incident, Talib's action is not even close to justifiable and thus he'll have to face the awaited consequences.

BEAR THE BURDEN : MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL (WEEK 9)

Though it's not one of the Marquee Match-ups of NFL Week 9, it's still a game NFL fans might unexpectedly enjoy. The San Diego Chargers are scheduled to take on the Chicago Bears in a Monday Night game between to non-Playoff contenders. Both of these rosters are filled with talent and have faced defeat in some of the closest games this season. They'll both get a chance to show why they are still forceful sleepers on the schedule of other NFL teams.

(Oct. 31, 2015 - Source: Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images North America)

The Chicago Bears beat the Minnesota Vikings up on the field last week but lost on the scoreboard by the score of 23-20. What we do see from Chicago is a humbled QB Jay Cutler combined on the field with a nice running game and hard hitting Bears defense. This new tough nose style of play is likely do to new head coach John Fox who does not believe in finesse and being cute. Tonight against the Chargers, the Bears need to pound the rock and keep Phillip Rivers tucked away on the sideline. I like Chicago's chances in this one. They may give the Chargers problems with their pass rush. 

(Nov. 1, 2015 - Source: Patrick Smith/Getty Images North America)

The San Diego Super Chargers still have Phillip Rivers and therefore still have a chance to compete with any team in the league. They do trail the Denver Broncos by 6 games in the AFC West and currently sit last in the division but that doesn't mean they haven't competed this year. The Chargers are flawed in a few areas, they don't have a consistent running game and they force Rivers to pass the ball extremely too much. Well, entering into November that may come to be an issue. With the wear and tear of the season looming, the Chargers may get roughed up at home tonight.

WORK ZONE BEGINS : MARQUEE MATCH-UPS (WEEK 9)

Good Lord, it's Week 9 in the NFL and the teams are scheduled to show the world why analyst and fans should be aware of their potential going into the latter part of the season. The week started off Thursday night when the Bengals destroyed the Browns 31-10 in primetime. It'll continue this afternoon with several match-ups that are undeniably a must see. Below we've drawn out the outline for some of the most compelling match-ups for Week 9. Enjoy your Sunday.

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Miami Dolphins @ Buffalo Bills 1:00 p.m. E.T on CBS 

After the heartbreak experience in London, the 3-4 Buffalo Bills return to action and host the Miami Dolphins at Ralph Wilson Stadium this afternoon. Buffalo is looking to get back into the Playoffs race in the AFC East division that has been really competitive. With Buffalo sitting behind the Jets in 3rd place, a victory over the Dolphins means they will sweep the season series with Miami and advance to (4-4). Miami is hoping to halt the Buffalo offense with a supposedly rejuvenated defense that got destroyed on Thursday Night last week. In Week 3 the Bills defeated the Dolphins by a whopping score of 41-14. Since QB Tyrod Taylor has been injured the Bills offense has slumped but with his return today I expect the Bills to get the win. Miami head Coach Dan Campbell relishes the opportunity here to show why he is more than just a interim but the prime candidate to take over duties for years to come.

(Oct. 17, 2015 - Source: Hannah Foslien/Getty Images North America

St. Louis Rams @ Minnesota Vikings 1:00 p.m. E.T on FOX

This here might be the game of the week. Well at least one of them. Rams HB Todd Gurley against the Minnesota Vikings defense and Vikings HB Adrian Peterson against the Rams defense. Many injuries on the Vikings roster creates question about whether they will get the victory today. Two absentees are scheduled today ; LB Eric Kendricks has a rib injury, DT Shariff Floyd has a knee issue and DE Everson Griffen has a neck injury he'll likely play through. The Rams will be without Chris Long on their side of the football. Though bizarre, this match-up will morph into a duel between QB Teddy Bridgewater and QB Nick Foles. With a stifling Rams defense awaiting the Bridgewater mobility it is likely that this could be a tough match-up for Minnesota. Regardless of who comes out victorious in this one, both of these teams have rosters filled with talent that should make watching them play today a thrill for NFL fans.

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Green Bay Packers @ Carolina Panthers 1:00 p.m. E.T on FOX

7-0 said the NFL fans who evaluated the Panthers season record this week. In Week 9 their NFC North opponent the Green Bay Packers will visit Bank of America Stadium for what could determine who is to be the #1 seed in the NFC going into the post-season. Now of course there is plenty of football still remaining before the Playoffs but both of these teams need this win to gain more tread within their respected divisions. Green Bay suffered a loss to Denver on Sunday Night Football last week and now only lead the Vikings by just one game. The Panthers escaped the Colts on Monday Night by of score 26-29 and now have a two game lead on the Atlanta Falcons in the NFC South. QB Cam Newton is here to win, regardless of the interceptions or low completion percentage. QB Aaron Rodgers struggled extremely against the Broncos Sunday Night and the Packers loss 29-10 after producing just one Touchdown. I'm going to go ahead and say that I trust the Panthers to get it done at home with their top ranked rushing offense. The physicality of this game gives Carolina the favor undoubtedly. Of course Packers defensive coordinator Don Capers might have a schematic for such.

Other Notable Match-ups

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Oakland Raiders @ Pittsburgh Steelers 1:00 p.m. on CBS

• Oakland Raiders ranked 8th in scoring this season.
• Pittsburgh Steelers defeated last week by Bengals (8-0).
• Will  HB DeAngelo Williams produce in HB Le'Veon Bells absence?

Denver Broncos @ Indianapolis Colts 4:25 p.m. E.T on CBS

• Colts have lost three straight games and may forfeit AFC South lead.
• Denver defense have a +5 Turnover ratio.
• QB Peyton Manning and QB Andrew Luck have lowest QB rating in the NFL.

Philadelphia Eagles @ Dallas Cowboys 8:30 p.m. E.T on NBC

• Cowboys have lost 5 straight games.
• Eagles are still hunting NFC Wild Card.
• QB Tony Romo is probable and likely to return.