THE HOT CORNER

MAL VAN VALKENBURG, Review-Journal, 52-40-3 (overall record)

Today’s best bet: Houston Texans-PHILADELPHIA EAGLES (over 51) (Thursday)

This is a big number, but we are looking at the perfect storm of the Eagles bouncing back after a loss, Michael Vick going against a suspect Texans defense, the Eagles playing well in prime time and the fact the Texans have the ability to score themselves. Both teams should flirt with getting to 30 points, making this number very reachable.