NFL games of the week

By MARK CRAIG, Star Tribune

Last update: October 10, 2008 - 12:58 AM

GIANTS (4-0) AT BROWNS (1-3): Monday night massacre?

The Giants are trying to become only the seventh Super Bowl champion to start 5-0 the following season. The NFL's other unbeaten team, Tennessee (5-0), has a bye.

COWBOYS (4-1) AT CARDINALS (3-2): Cards developing edge at home

Arizona is 8-2 at home under coach Ken Whisenhunt. Arizona's Kurt Warner and Dallas' Tony Romo rank third and fourth, respectively, in passer rating and passing yards.

BEARS (3-2) AT FALCONS (3-2): Another NFC North foe for Atlanta

Falcons rookie QB Matt Ryan returns home after beating the Packers in Green Bay. "Matt's composure in the huddle is amazing," center Todd McClure said.

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