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Baltimore Ravens Hats , the Baltimore Beatdown writers continue to predict the rest of the NFL matchups in Week 10. There are more consensus picks than earlier in the year, as top-tier teams are separating themselves further from the pack as the season progresses.Current standings:Kyle A. and FrankSage and readersVasJakeZachKyle B.DustinLoganAn analysis of the Baltimore Beatdown staff picksConsensus winnersThe Saints defeat the Bengals (NO -5.5)The Chiefs dominate the Cardinals (KC -16.5)The Patriots continue their winning ways against the Titans (NE -6.5)The Chargers beat the struggling Raiders (LAC -9.5)The Packers get back on track against the Dolphins (GB -9.5)The Rams rebound with a win over the Seahawks (LAR -9.5)Baltimore will need help from New Orleans to keep the Bengals from distancing themselves in the wild card race. Coming off a marquee win over the Rams, the Saints are one of the hottest offenses in the league and added another weapon in wide receiver Dez Bryant this week. Patrick Mahomes and Kansas City should make slight work of the anemic Cardinals. In typical New England fashion, the Patriots slow start is a thing of the past and their win streak should extend to seven after Week 10. Oakland has been a disaster in Jon Gruden’s return, and the Chargers are an under recognized 6-2. Despite the Packers dropping the Rodgers v. Brady battle, the Dolphins are limping into Week 10 with an ugly win over the Jets. While the Rams undefeated campaign has come to an end Baltimore Ravens Hoodie , Seattle has been inconsistent and is a disappointing .500 on the season.‘Lone wolf’ picksJake is the only writer to predict the Bills to win against the Jets (NYJ -6.5)Logan is alone in his confidence that theCowboys beat the Eagles (PHI -7.0)Even though the Jets only have one more win than Buffalo, the gap between Sam Darnold and the Bills quarterback room is vast and should propel the Jets to victory this week. Trading for Amari Cooper is simply not enough to fix the Cowboys decline in the NFC East standings. With the fan base calling for major changes in Dallas, the Eagles are well positioned to pick up a critical divisional win. All writers’ picks can be found in the table below.NFL Week 10 PicksGamesKyle A.FrankSageVasilisJakeZachKyle B. DustinLoganBB ReadersGamesKyle A.FrankSageVasilisJakeZachKyle B. DustinLoganBB ReadersVote for every Week 10 matchup! Baltimore Ravens cornerback Jimmy Smith has been suspended for four games without pay for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy.The suspension, announced Tuesday, stems from Smith's behavior toward his ex-girlfriend.The Ravens released a statement that in part read: "The Ravens fully support the NFL's decision. The NFL found evidence of threatening and emotionally abusive behaviors by Jimmy toward his former girlfriend that showed a pattern of improper conduct. Our player's behavior was inappropriate and wrong."The suspension will take effect after the final mandated roster cuts on Sept. 1 and extend through Baltimore's game at Pittsburgh on Sept. 30.Smith, in a statement issued by the Ravens Customized Baltimore Ravens Jerseys , said: "I promise that I have already learned much and will continue to learn more from this experience. ... I take full responsibility for my past conduct."Smith will be allowed to participate in all of the Ravens' preseason activities, including games. The 30-year-old is one of Baltimore's best defensive backs.The team said it reviewed the case to decide whether to keep Smith on the roster."We convened a group of Ravens women and men executives, not directly involved with our football operations, to review the matter. We also engaged in conversations with Jimmy about his past behavior and his intention to change," the statement said."Additionally, it is our understanding that following a long-running and difficult custody dispute with his former girlfriend and mother of his son Authentic Maurice Canady Jersey , Jimmy has resolved his custody and support issues."As a result, the Ravens will allow Smith to return after his suspension."Jimmy has acknowledged his behaviors were wrong and accepts full responsibility for them. He has completed a clinical evaluation and has agreed to undertake any follow-up care or treatment that may be recommended. ... Jimmy has assured us that he is fully dedicated to making this change. He also understands the consequences if he does not."Smith has played seven seasons for Baltimore since being drafted in the first round of the 2011 draft. He started in 12 games last season before an Achilles tendon injury forced him to miss the team's final four games. During those four weeks, he chose to accept an NFL suspension for using performance enhancers.