11.28.08 WEEKEND PICKS: DIGESTIVE RECOVERY

What to watch for in this weekend’s biggest match-ups.  Home team in ALL CAPS.  Power rankings return next week.

SUNS over Heat (tonight) — What’s hotter, suns or actual heat?  Well, “heat” is pretty non-specific.  I’ll take Shaq’s current team over his previous one.

Cranberry Sauce over CRANBERRY JELLY — I like the stuff molded in the shape of the can, too, but whole berries and orange zest make a better condiment on the day-after sandwich.

Steelers over PATRIOTS — Okay, okay: I’m willing to concede that Matt Cassel might be good.  But I think the Pats’ defense has too many holes to stop Pittsburgh.  Also, if Sunday is the day God decides to destroy New England with a horrific natural disaster, I’m cool with that.

Mashed Potatoes over STUFFING — Stuffing is just BREAD!  Tasty bread, yes, but just bread.  Don’t fill up on that when there’s the majesty of mashed potatoes right there.  Actually, you know what?  Fill up on stuffing.  More potatoes for me.

REDSKINS over Giants –After a string of dominating wins over tough opponents, are the Giants due for a letdown?  Well, no, probably not.  But picking upsets makes me feel brave, and the ‘Skins cheerleaders affect my decision-making ability.

Enjoy the weekend, everyone.  Have safe travels, and I’ll see you back here on Monday.