Week 1 Picks to Click

Exhibit A: Dennis Dixon

Dixon gets the start this weekend against the Falcons because (a) Ben Roethlisberger sexually assaulted a college student and was suspended for six games, although its since been reduced to four*; (b) Byron Leftwich is hurt; and (c) Charlie Batch is still Charlie Batch. Thus, Dixon wins this week's spin of the Steelers' "Mediocre Black Quarterback" roulette wheel. Fun Fact: Antwaan Randle El is double zero.

"I don't feel like it's all on me," said Dixon this week. "Coach Tomlin told me, 'Just ride the bus. We don't expect you to go out and win the game. Just play.' ''

We agree, and so do our scoring projections, which have Dixon tabbed for around 27 Bizarro points this week. 

*Due to the NFL's much applauded "Thanks for not sexually assaulting people anymore" policy. 

Exhibit B: Sam Bradford

Neither his Heisman Trophy nor luscious locks of hair will prevent us from giving Sam Bradford a full endorsement on opening Sunday. An overall #1 pick making his professional debut at quarterback for one of the worst teams in the NFL? Me likey, and for good reason.

Bradford is humming to the tune of around 26 Bizarro points in our average scoring projections for Week 1. He's one to keep your eye on the first few weeks of the season.

And with that, enjoy opening day, everyone.