NFC North
Packers(10-6)
I had a tie here with the Vikings...I like Aaron Rodgers more than Tavaris Jackson..but just because I like him doesnt mean he'll do better than the other guy.I give the Packers the edge here because I like all parts of the offense...the defenses are very even,I like the skill positions...I think the WR core(Driver and Jennings) is more experienced and will help their QB more than Minnesota's core(Berrain and Rice).Running back Ryan Grant came on last year but I dont know if he is one of those guys who came out of no where because the bar was set low,or because he is the real deal.Regardless I feel that Aaron Rodgers will ease the faithful in Green Bay about Brett Farve...even if he doesnt,they still have a defense and decent running game to give them a chance much like the Bears did a few years ago with Rex Grossman.
Vikings(10-6)
The defense is there...the running game is very much there...the WRs are kinda there...the quarterback?....who knows...last year he was my pick for worst quarterback last year..They finished 8-8 last year and missed the playoffs..with the star Adrian Peterson running all over the place..it will be Tavaris Jackson who will be the most important player for them because it will be his play that will hold back or help Adrian Peterson by keeping those extra players out of the box.Anything else on this roster isnt really important other than Tavaris Jackson's TD/Int ratio.
Lions(5-11)
And the bad..its like the northern version of the Bengals...good QB(Jon Kitna),elite WRs(Roy Williams and Calvin Johnson)...uh..former runningback Rudi Johnson...no defense...i'll be honest with you there is only 2 players on this defense that I know of...former Seahawk Chuck Darby and Ernie Sims...thats not good.
Bears(4-12)
And the ugly....this offense might be the worst in football..I like the decision at the QB with Kyle Orton over Rex Grossman,but there isnt anyone to throw to...Devin Hester?..he's still learning the position..Marty Booker?....no..but on the bright side the defense is still sout but with the offense going 3 and out alot..look for the defense to be on the field alot more than the offense and it shouldnt be that way.
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
NFL Preview(NFC West)
NFC West
Seahawks(10-6)
I'll try to contain my homerism here..but I feel that Seattle is still ahead of all of these other teams in the West.As long as Matt Hasselbeck's back is good,the pass offense should be okay I think.Even with injuries to WRs Deion Branch and Bobby Engram,I think that the young guys who will play(Courtney Taylor and Jordan Kent) will be capable in making plays along with Nate Burleson.The ground game is in flux a little bit from my eyes,but it shouldnt be as bad as last year with the body of Shaun Alexander filling that hole.The combination of Julius Jones and Mo Morris should be enough to keep the ground game valid but I dont think either really should explode as the #1 guy yet.The defense will be a big staple for this team this year,which is odd because before last year the defense was always the questionmark.The D-tackles are a little light but the standout is Patrick Kerney who was 2nd in the league last year in sacks.The linebackers are argubly the best in football with the combo of Julian Peterson,Leroy Hill and Lofa Tatupu who are all playmakers in their own rights and the secondary is very solid with probowler corner Marcus Trufant.The 2nd corner spot is a bit of a sore spot with young guy Kelly Jennings,but he should grow and make plays as well.
Cardinals(8-8)
Now I know everyone is picking them to overthrow the Seahawks this year...but I'm holding off on that for one more year.The offense should be examined a little more...this is what I'm wondering:
-Will Matt Leinart play this year?
-Will Edgerrin James hold up for another 1200 yd year?
-Is Anquan Boldin's injury connected to his discontent with management?
-Is the defense ready to stop the run(gave up 97 yds a game)?
These things are really picking at me and this is what I came up with
-Yes,because Warner will get hurt
-No but he will get over 1000 yds
-Yes it is but he'll still show up for games
-Marginally yes..but not enough to make a difference
Rams(7-9)
This team is a year late to me..last year was going to be the year for the Rams..but injuries happened..everywhere it seemed..and it fell apart.I think the main thing everyone should be looking at is how the offensive line is doing.It matters to everyone on the offense.Marc Bulger took waaaaay more hits with a shuffled offensive line..he could only play 12 games last year and threw 35x or more in 6 of those games.Thats way too many to not have Mike Martz....so they will need Steven Jackson to play more than 12 games(like last year) and making people pay and open things up...and that can happen with a better offensive line.He only topped 100 yards 2x and both were in blowout losses and only got 25 carries once...they need him bad to play.Defensively this team took a good player in Chris Long,but he cant play in the secondary...inwhich they were 21st in yardage.Thats all I got.
49ers(5-11)
This offense isnt very good.Other than runningback Frank Gore...they dont have another reliable guy to go to.Everyone is waiting around for Vernon Davis to make the jump to elite tight end,but I think that will depend on if JT O'Sullivan can accually deliever in a starting role.Now that Mike Martz is there controlling the offense,you would think there would be alot of airing the ball out...but with Issac Bruce and Bryant Johnson....you would think....uh..how is this going to happen?....you and me both.I actually like the defense parts,but as a sum..doesnt really seem like they can pull it together..atleast not yet.Is it too early to fire Mike Nolan?
Seahawks(10-6)
I'll try to contain my homerism here..but I feel that Seattle is still ahead of all of these other teams in the West.As long as Matt Hasselbeck's back is good,the pass offense should be okay I think.Even with injuries to WRs Deion Branch and Bobby Engram,I think that the young guys who will play(Courtney Taylor and Jordan Kent) will be capable in making plays along with Nate Burleson.The ground game is in flux a little bit from my eyes,but it shouldnt be as bad as last year with the body of Shaun Alexander filling that hole.The combination of Julius Jones and Mo Morris should be enough to keep the ground game valid but I dont think either really should explode as the #1 guy yet.The defense will be a big staple for this team this year,which is odd because before last year the defense was always the questionmark.The D-tackles are a little light but the standout is Patrick Kerney who was 2nd in the league last year in sacks.The linebackers are argubly the best in football with the combo of Julian Peterson,Leroy Hill and Lofa Tatupu who are all playmakers in their own rights and the secondary is very solid with probowler corner Marcus Trufant.The 2nd corner spot is a bit of a sore spot with young guy Kelly Jennings,but he should grow and make plays as well.
Cardinals(8-8)
Now I know everyone is picking them to overthrow the Seahawks this year...but I'm holding off on that for one more year.The offense should be examined a little more...this is what I'm wondering:
-Will Matt Leinart play this year?
-Will Edgerrin James hold up for another 1200 yd year?
-Is Anquan Boldin's injury connected to his discontent with management?
-Is the defense ready to stop the run(gave up 97 yds a game)?
These things are really picking at me and this is what I came up with
-Yes,because Warner will get hurt
-No but he will get over 1000 yds
-Yes it is but he'll still show up for games
-Marginally yes..but not enough to make a difference
Rams(7-9)
This team is a year late to me..last year was going to be the year for the Rams..but injuries happened..everywhere it seemed..and it fell apart.I think the main thing everyone should be looking at is how the offensive line is doing.It matters to everyone on the offense.Marc Bulger took waaaaay more hits with a shuffled offensive line..he could only play 12 games last year and threw 35x or more in 6 of those games.Thats way too many to not have Mike Martz....so they will need Steven Jackson to play more than 12 games(like last year) and making people pay and open things up...and that can happen with a better offensive line.He only topped 100 yards 2x and both were in blowout losses and only got 25 carries once...they need him bad to play.Defensively this team took a good player in Chris Long,but he cant play in the secondary...inwhich they were 21st in yardage.Thats all I got.
49ers(5-11)
This offense isnt very good.Other than runningback Frank Gore...they dont have another reliable guy to go to.Everyone is waiting around for Vernon Davis to make the jump to elite tight end,but I think that will depend on if JT O'Sullivan can accually deliever in a starting role.Now that Mike Martz is there controlling the offense,you would think there would be alot of airing the ball out...but with Issac Bruce and Bryant Johnson....you would think....uh..how is this going to happen?....you and me both.I actually like the defense parts,but as a sum..doesnt really seem like they can pull it together..atleast not yet.Is it too early to fire Mike Nolan?
Monday, September 1, 2008
NFL Preview(AFC North)
Pittsburgh(10-6)
I was back and forth with who should win this division...I went with the Steelers because they seem tougher on defense than the Browns.But it can easily go the other way if the offensive line doesnt hold up like it hasnt as of late.Also this team is no spring chicken...last year they limped into the playoffs with injuries to its big playmakers...if they are going to make a run they need everyone to be healthy.Big Ben is a quality QB and has all the options in the world with reliabilty(Hines Ward),speed(Santonio Holmes) and size(Limas Sweed and Heath Miller) but none of that matters if the ground game isnt going.They have 2 very good options with Willie Parker and Rashard Mendenhall,offensively this team is stacked at skill positions.Defensively they are stacked as well with no real weakness...just know that.
Cleveland(10-6)
This team is on the verge...they are a high powered offense with an improving defense..but I think it will be the defense that holds them back,by not holding anyone.I said they were improving,but it may not be at a playoff level yet.The addition of Shaun Rogers will help the push up front but I didnt think the secondary was that great anyways.What you should take from this team is alot of high scoring..and no Brady Quinn...yet
Cincinnati(6-10)
6 is a tad generous...this team isnt very good..I love the combo of TJ Houshmandzadeh,Chad Ocho Cinco(lol) and Carson Palmer..its an elite combo..but anywhere else isnt good...no Rudi Johnson..so the running game is in flux right now...combine that with the ever decline of defense being played there...I dont know how this team could do well in any fase of the game right now.
Baltimore(5-11)
5 is also a bit generous..this team doesnt really seem know what to do at QB right now..Troy Smith had the inside track in the preseason,but has gotten sick and hasnt played...Kyle Boller is hurt with some kind of shoulder injury..but..is still playing?...and they just signed Joey Harrington...so that means rookie Joe Flacco is the day 1 starter...so you just dont know what the offense is capable of.Willis McGahee is the workhorse..but wait..his knee has been acting up on him..so enter Ray Rice?...do you see where I'm going with this?...defensively the team is still elite...but age is starting to get up there for the mainstays on this team...and word is Ed Reed has a career threatening injury he's dealing with so you never know whats going on with the backside...mix in a new coach..and you have last place everyone
I was back and forth with who should win this division...I went with the Steelers because they seem tougher on defense than the Browns.But it can easily go the other way if the offensive line doesnt hold up like it hasnt as of late.Also this team is no spring chicken...last year they limped into the playoffs with injuries to its big playmakers...if they are going to make a run they need everyone to be healthy.Big Ben is a quality QB and has all the options in the world with reliabilty(Hines Ward),speed(Santonio Holmes) and size(Limas Sweed and Heath Miller) but none of that matters if the ground game isnt going.They have 2 very good options with Willie Parker and Rashard Mendenhall,offensively this team is stacked at skill positions.Defensively they are stacked as well with no real weakness...just know that.
Cleveland(10-6)
This team is on the verge...they are a high powered offense with an improving defense..but I think it will be the defense that holds them back,by not holding anyone.I said they were improving,but it may not be at a playoff level yet.The addition of Shaun Rogers will help the push up front but I didnt think the secondary was that great anyways.What you should take from this team is alot of high scoring..and no Brady Quinn...yet
Cincinnati(6-10)
6 is a tad generous...this team isnt very good..I love the combo of TJ Houshmandzadeh,Chad Ocho Cinco(lol) and Carson Palmer..its an elite combo..but anywhere else isnt good...no Rudi Johnson..so the running game is in flux right now...combine that with the ever decline of defense being played there...I dont know how this team could do well in any fase of the game right now.
Baltimore(5-11)
5 is also a bit generous..this team doesnt really seem know what to do at QB right now..Troy Smith had the inside track in the preseason,but has gotten sick and hasnt played...Kyle Boller is hurt with some kind of shoulder injury..but..is still playing?...and they just signed Joey Harrington...so that means rookie Joe Flacco is the day 1 starter...so you just dont know what the offense is capable of.Willis McGahee is the workhorse..but wait..his knee has been acting up on him..so enter Ray Rice?...do you see where I'm going with this?...defensively the team is still elite...but age is starting to get up there for the mainstays on this team...and word is Ed Reed has a career threatening injury he's dealing with so you never know whats going on with the backside...mix in a new coach..and you have last place everyone
NFL Preview(AFC East)
AFC East
1-Patriots(13-3)
How do you reward a team who goes almost undefeated last year?...give them the easiest schedule..this schedule challenges them very lightly and add that to a easy conference...be prepared to make the debate of an undefeated schedule again this year.The offense changes very little..WR Stallworth out,RB Lamont Jordan in...they will still be explosive with the combo or Brady,Moss and Welker every week.One issue could be the RB situation..Maroney hasnt lived up to his billing thus far of being a solo back,nor being healthy the entire season.But if you line up Kevin Faulk and Jordan to spell Maroney,you still have a good solid running game.My issue for the defense is the secondary.Its not good.They just added Deltha O'Neal from the Bengals...and honestly I cant see anyone not being good enough to play defense for the Bengals making a real impact for anyone else.I would predict if anyone can throw deep on this team alot of shootouts.
2-Jets(10-6)
When looking at the roster I wasnt too impressed...Favre has weapons..but the defense is real iffy for me..but the schedule is overly easy...they play the NFC West this year so that can be atleast 3 wins off the bat lol.Like I said Favre has weapons,on the outside he has the duo of Jerricho Cotchery(who had the quiestest 1100+ yds last year) and Laveranues Coles who is really reliable as well.As long as Thomas Jones can provide what he did last year with yardage(1100+) but with more touchdowns(only had 1,not a misprint) it will be a solid,balanced offense.The defense I really dont know much about anymore.I know they werent very good last year..got rid of its best player in Jonathan Vilma(to NO) and...nothing stands out..so anything could happen defensively.
3-Bills(8-8)
I like this team...QB Trent Edwards was average last year but I think he can build off that for a better season this year.The big spot of the offense was Marshawn Lynch who had 1110 yards last year and 7 tds...look for him to add to that if Edwards gets his stuff together.The WR core is pretty weak other than Lee Evans.Its pretty easy to shut Evans out because he's a bigger deep threat than anything else,but there really isnt a 2nd receiver to help out when the double team come to Evans every game.This team is a big possesion receiver from pushing for a playoff spot to me.The defense seems to be more stout this year with the additions of Kawika Mitchell and Marcus Stroud.Both will seem to make impacts along with Angelo Crowell,Terrence McGee and a full season from Paul Posluszny.
4-Dolphins(5-11)
I'm kinda down on this team right now..they are in a transition year or years...so there isnt much to like on the defense anymore..I'll move on.Chad Pennington should add stability to the offense,as many jokes as I crack about Chad,he is overly accurate and should help the WRs alot...speaking of which the WRs arent good..the top 3 WRs
Ted Ginn Jr
Ernest Wilford
Derek Hagan
All have been described as WRs with questionable hands as of late..one of these guys is going to have to step up and become the main guy,my pick is Ginn..but I dont know why.The duo of Ricky Williams and Ronnie Brown is pretty nice to have,but the WRs are going to have to do their job so Chad can open things up..but with that said..5-11 is how I see it
1-Patriots(13-3)
How do you reward a team who goes almost undefeated last year?...give them the easiest schedule..this schedule challenges them very lightly and add that to a easy conference...be prepared to make the debate of an undefeated schedule again this year.The offense changes very little..WR Stallworth out,RB Lamont Jordan in...they will still be explosive with the combo or Brady,Moss and Welker every week.One issue could be the RB situation..Maroney hasnt lived up to his billing thus far of being a solo back,nor being healthy the entire season.But if you line up Kevin Faulk and Jordan to spell Maroney,you still have a good solid running game.My issue for the defense is the secondary.Its not good.They just added Deltha O'Neal from the Bengals...and honestly I cant see anyone not being good enough to play defense for the Bengals making a real impact for anyone else.I would predict if anyone can throw deep on this team alot of shootouts.
2-Jets(10-6)
When looking at the roster I wasnt too impressed...Favre has weapons..but the defense is real iffy for me..but the schedule is overly easy...they play the NFC West this year so that can be atleast 3 wins off the bat lol.Like I said Favre has weapons,on the outside he has the duo of Jerricho Cotchery(who had the quiestest 1100+ yds last year) and Laveranues Coles who is really reliable as well.As long as Thomas Jones can provide what he did last year with yardage(1100+) but with more touchdowns(only had 1,not a misprint) it will be a solid,balanced offense.The defense I really dont know much about anymore.I know they werent very good last year..got rid of its best player in Jonathan Vilma(to NO) and...nothing stands out..so anything could happen defensively.
3-Bills(8-8)
I like this team...QB Trent Edwards was average last year but I think he can build off that for a better season this year.The big spot of the offense was Marshawn Lynch who had 1110 yards last year and 7 tds...look for him to add to that if Edwards gets his stuff together.The WR core is pretty weak other than Lee Evans.Its pretty easy to shut Evans out because he's a bigger deep threat than anything else,but there really isnt a 2nd receiver to help out when the double team come to Evans every game.This team is a big possesion receiver from pushing for a playoff spot to me.The defense seems to be more stout this year with the additions of Kawika Mitchell and Marcus Stroud.Both will seem to make impacts along with Angelo Crowell,Terrence McGee and a full season from Paul Posluszny.
4-Dolphins(5-11)
I'm kinda down on this team right now..they are in a transition year or years...so there isnt much to like on the defense anymore..I'll move on.Chad Pennington should add stability to the offense,as many jokes as I crack about Chad,he is overly accurate and should help the WRs alot...speaking of which the WRs arent good..the top 3 WRs
Ted Ginn Jr
Ernest Wilford
Derek Hagan
All have been described as WRs with questionable hands as of late..one of these guys is going to have to step up and become the main guy,my pick is Ginn..but I dont know why.The duo of Ricky Williams and Ronnie Brown is pretty nice to have,but the WRs are going to have to do their job so Chad can open things up..but with that said..5-11 is how I see it
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Football
What are you doing reading this?..it's the 1st Saturday of college football..go watch some games!
Monday, August 25, 2008
NFL Preview(AFC South)
AFC South
1-Colts(12-4)
I initially was going to pencil them in for 13 wins..but after I thought about it...I know nothing about Peyton Manning's knee injury...is it major?...minor?...how is Marvin Harrison's knee?....I would assume that both knees are fine..but I feel that this team is a little older..and they could show their age this year..if not this year then next year...regardless...if Manning is throwing the passes,you have a reallly good chance to win.Joseph Addai is the main running back and he is a very good option..even with Harrison's questionable knee,they still have Reggie Wayne and Anthony Gonzalez and that is alot more than other teams have.Defensively they have a really nice unit headlined by the defensive player of the year Bob Sanders.As long as he and Dwight Freeney stay on the field...their defense will be in really good shape.Other than keeping its stars healthy..expect to see them in the playoffs.
2-Jaguars(11-5)
This team is knocking on the door.They have just about everything you'd want in a contender:accurate quarterback(Garrard),tandem in the backfield(Jones Drew& Fred Taylor) and a dominate defense.The one question I would have would be the options at wide receiver.Jerry Porter and Troy Williamson followed by Reggie Williams and Matt Jones together are serviceable at best,so when they go up against another elite defense with elite corners,I would question their ability to catch the ball and be effective.
3-Titans(9-7)
Tennessee is similar to the Jags except one thing..Vince Young isnt very accurate.Atleast not yet.But to his credit he is a playmaker because he is very mobile,so that semi-evens everything out.He also doesnt have very many weapons at the wide receiver spot.Justin Gage,Justin McCareins and Levelle Hawkins are names that will scare you,but Vince can make it happen.Also the Titans have an pretty underrated defense,but they can really get it done..here are two names you should know already...David Thornton and Cortland Finnegan.Quality players.
4-Texans(6-10)
This team has too many ifs...can Matt Schaub and Andre Johnson stay healthy?....can they muster any semblance of a running game out of 5 running backs?....whos the 2nd receiver?...the defense has some really nice pieces with DeMeco Ryans and Morion Greenwood,and dont forget about the player that they picked over Reggie Bush,Mario Williams...who had 14 sacks last year..not bad huh?..but I dont feel that their "ifs" will produce anything to make noise in this division this year.
1-Colts(12-4)
I initially was going to pencil them in for 13 wins..but after I thought about it...I know nothing about Peyton Manning's knee injury...is it major?...minor?...how is Marvin Harrison's knee?....I would assume that both knees are fine..but I feel that this team is a little older..and they could show their age this year..if not this year then next year...regardless...if Manning is throwing the passes,you have a reallly good chance to win.Joseph Addai is the main running back and he is a very good option..even with Harrison's questionable knee,they still have Reggie Wayne and Anthony Gonzalez and that is alot more than other teams have.Defensively they have a really nice unit headlined by the defensive player of the year Bob Sanders.As long as he and Dwight Freeney stay on the field...their defense will be in really good shape.Other than keeping its stars healthy..expect to see them in the playoffs.
2-Jaguars(11-5)
This team is knocking on the door.They have just about everything you'd want in a contender:accurate quarterback(Garrard),tandem in the backfield(Jones Drew& Fred Taylor) and a dominate defense.The one question I would have would be the options at wide receiver.Jerry Porter and Troy Williamson followed by Reggie Williams and Matt Jones together are serviceable at best,so when they go up against another elite defense with elite corners,I would question their ability to catch the ball and be effective.
3-Titans(9-7)
Tennessee is similar to the Jags except one thing..Vince Young isnt very accurate.Atleast not yet.But to his credit he is a playmaker because he is very mobile,so that semi-evens everything out.He also doesnt have very many weapons at the wide receiver spot.Justin Gage,Justin McCareins and Levelle Hawkins are names that will scare you,but Vince can make it happen.Also the Titans have an pretty underrated defense,but they can really get it done..here are two names you should know already...David Thornton and Cortland Finnegan.Quality players.
4-Texans(6-10)
This team has too many ifs...can Matt Schaub and Andre Johnson stay healthy?....can they muster any semblance of a running game out of 5 running backs?....whos the 2nd receiver?...the defense has some really nice pieces with DeMeco Ryans and Morion Greenwood,and dont forget about the player that they picked over Reggie Bush,Mario Williams...who had 14 sacks last year..not bad huh?..but I dont feel that their "ifs" will produce anything to make noise in this division this year.
NFL Preview(AFC West)
AFC West
1-Chargers(12-4)
Yes...Merriman is veeeery iffy with the 2 bad knee ligaments...but even without him..their defense is still very stout at every level.The offensive side of the ball is really good as well..everyone knows LT who is still the best running back in the game..the much criticized Phillip Rivers came up lame in the playoffs last year(so did LT btw) but I expect Rivers to build on the year he had with his WR crew and go deep in the playoffs.One key would be who is giving LT a break as a backup,Michael Turner was shown the money from Atlanta and how he's gone....all thats left is Sproles(who is 5-6) and Marcus Thomas(a rookie)...yeah thats an issue.
2-Raiders(7-9)
A small surprise here..but no one else here cracks .500.I like the 3-headed monster of McFadden,Bush(Michael) and Fargas...those 3 should lighten the load for JaMarcus Russell,who I think will be pretty decent this season.On the outside they are a little thin with Drew Carter being out for the season...but then again..when you are depending on Drew Carter for anything...you assume the worst.Anyways Javon Walker should be a dependable target(when he's not thinking about retirement) and Ronald Curry is pretty underrated as well.Most of the credit should go to the defense.The standouts are corners DeAngelo Hall and Nnamdi Asomugha..despite all the mouth and temper issues Hall is still a top corner in the league and should contribute right away.
3-Broncos(6-10)
This team..I'm not quite sure about...Jay Cutler and Brandon Marshall are pretty good..but other than that?..I've got nothing...one would assume that Selvin Young is the starter at running back..but history says..you have no idea until you see him get the ball..take in account that Marshall is suspended 2 games for off the field stuff...you're next receiving options are rookie Eddie Royal,Brandon Stokley and Darrell Jackson.Unimpressed?....you should be..the defense you dont really know about either.Champ Bailey is the best corner in the game...Dre Bly is okay as well..the linebackers are solid with DJ Williams..but again..you look at the roster and you kinda shrug at yourself and ask..is this it?..and honestly..it is..
4-Chiefs(4-12)
Ew..this team is rebuilding....4 wins was being semi generous as well...they have an issue at quarterback..Brodie Croyle has thus far been on the lower side of "okay" and that will be an issue for every other skill position for the Chiefs. Dwayne Bowe and Tony Gonzalez are both pretty reliable options..but without a reliable QB to get them the ball...there is an issue.Larry Johnson and Jamaal Charles are both good runningbacks..but if you dont have someone throwing the ball effectively to get the pressure off them...expect last year's results.
1-Chargers(12-4)
Yes...Merriman is veeeery iffy with the 2 bad knee ligaments...but even without him..their defense is still very stout at every level.The offensive side of the ball is really good as well..everyone knows LT who is still the best running back in the game..the much criticized Phillip Rivers came up lame in the playoffs last year(so did LT btw) but I expect Rivers to build on the year he had with his WR crew and go deep in the playoffs.One key would be who is giving LT a break as a backup,Michael Turner was shown the money from Atlanta and how he's gone....all thats left is Sproles(who is 5-6) and Marcus Thomas(a rookie)...yeah thats an issue.
2-Raiders(7-9)
A small surprise here..but no one else here cracks .500.I like the 3-headed monster of McFadden,Bush(Michael) and Fargas...those 3 should lighten the load for JaMarcus Russell,who I think will be pretty decent this season.On the outside they are a little thin with Drew Carter being out for the season...but then again..when you are depending on Drew Carter for anything...you assume the worst.Anyways Javon Walker should be a dependable target(when he's not thinking about retirement) and Ronald Curry is pretty underrated as well.Most of the credit should go to the defense.The standouts are corners DeAngelo Hall and Nnamdi Asomugha..despite all the mouth and temper issues Hall is still a top corner in the league and should contribute right away.
3-Broncos(6-10)
This team..I'm not quite sure about...Jay Cutler and Brandon Marshall are pretty good..but other than that?..I've got nothing...one would assume that Selvin Young is the starter at running back..but history says..you have no idea until you see him get the ball..take in account that Marshall is suspended 2 games for off the field stuff...you're next receiving options are rookie Eddie Royal,Brandon Stokley and Darrell Jackson.Unimpressed?....you should be..the defense you dont really know about either.Champ Bailey is the best corner in the game...Dre Bly is okay as well..the linebackers are solid with DJ Williams..but again..you look at the roster and you kinda shrug at yourself and ask..is this it?..and honestly..it is..
4-Chiefs(4-12)
Ew..this team is rebuilding....4 wins was being semi generous as well...they have an issue at quarterback..Brodie Croyle has thus far been on the lower side of "okay" and that will be an issue for every other skill position for the Chiefs. Dwayne Bowe and Tony Gonzalez are both pretty reliable options..but without a reliable QB to get them the ball...there is an issue.Larry Johnson and Jamaal Charles are both good runningbacks..but if you dont have someone throwing the ball effectively to get the pressure off them...expect last year's results.
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