Which is this Year's Most Under Rated Team? (1 Viewer)

[SammyJankis]

I think the Saints can improve quite a bit this year. With Brees, Bush, McAllister coming back, Horn and Stallworth they have a nice set of skill players on the offensive side of the ball. Getting Haslet out of there is good for a few wins all by itself....

Saints are my pick. I think the Saints have a lot of talent on D. However, the last couple of years, it seems like they manage to underachieve on D. Even though they managed to underachieve, they still finished 14th in total D last year. If they can play up to their potential, this D could be quite good.And you can't underestimate how much they'll improve just by having the hurricane katrina situation behind them (to some degree). You'd have to believe any team would struggle facing the challenges the Saints met last year.

Then on offense, you take an already good O and plug in Drew Brees and Reggie Bush and get McAllister back from an ACL tear.

I could easilly see the Saints going 10-6 next year and being the surprise story of the 06 season.

 

[MLBrandow]

I could easilly see the Saints going 10-6 next year and being the surprise story of the 06 season.

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[SammyJankis]

I could easilly see the Saints going 10-6 next year and being the surprise story of the 06 season.

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We'll see. I got a similar "ha ha you must be crazy" reaction last year, in a thread debating the worst teams in the NFL and I suggested that the Packers would be in contention for the worst team.When I think "most improved" team the Saints are at the top of the list in my mind. Biggest problem for them in terms of wins and losses will be overcoming a tough division that includes Carolina, Tampa Bay and Atlanta.

 

[SSOG]

You want a reason why the Jets will improve over last season? I have a fantastic reason. It's called "regression to the mean".

I actually do believe in that to an extent but you have to remember you're talking to a Charger fan. Believe me, I waited for them to "regress to the mean" for almost a decade before they finally broke .500. Bengals fans probably know what I'm talking about.Back to the Jets it seems like there are a bunch of reasons they will be worse than last year and only a few why they could be better. I liked their draft overall but it was a rebuilding draft that will help them more next year than it does this year. Those rookie OL were good choices but you have to expect them to have some growing pains like most rookie OL do and these guys are going to be thrust into the starting lineup much earlier than they are ready. Similarly, I liked the pick of Clemens but I'm not too sure he helps them much this season.

I'm always leary of first year coaches because it usually takes at least a year for them to fill the roster with "their guys" as opposed to just playing the guys he inherits from somebody else. QB and WR situation won't be vastly improved from the start of last year. RB and OL may actually be worse than last season. Defense is going through a big change.

I understand, and I certainly wasn't making a case for the Jets being the most underrated team out there (or even at all underrated- personally, I think they'll be pretty bad again next year), I was just saying that any fan of any of the bottom 10 teams can make a very strong case that their team is underrated.As for the defense going through a big change, I hear you there, too. I remember a season where San Diego was going through a huge defensive change, and one of their writers called them the worst team on their own schedule. They were coming off of a 4-12 season, too. And we all know how THAT worked out.

When you're as bad as the Jets are, any change is far more likely to have a positive impact than a negative imact.

 

[Rovers]

I'll start..... 

I really think it has to be the Jets. Now, I'm not saying they could sniff the playoffs, but there seems to be a lot of people picking them for the worst record in the NFL this year, and I just don't see it, unless 6 wins makes them the first team to have a shot at Adrian Peterson or Quinn.

Tons of question marks, agreed, but still with some talent and a young CS that may surprise some people. The switch to the 3-4 hybrid may not struggle as much as some think. The O line is improved. Coles is still a servicable WR, and Martin isn't quite done just yet.

I also think SF will be an improved team. So, who gets the grand prize at the draft next year? I vote for either the Titans or Packers.

For playoff contenders, I think the Cards aren't getting much respect.... but I said that last year too.

Discuss! 

What a blind homer. I'll go with the Texans from the AFC & the Saints from the NFC.

I felt like the Texans had a phenomenal draft, filling a lot of weaknesses on defense and improving their O-Line. Domanick Davis needs to stay healthy, and we need to see what Carr can do with some time. This team isn't ready for a playoff run, but, I do think they will improve a good deal this season.

As for the Saints, this isn't all about Reggie Bush, though I think he will have an impact. I've felt like this team had some talent for quite some time, but, didn't feel they were hitting their potential due to a below-average coaching staff. Aaron Brooks also didn't seem to play with much passion or leadership, despite having great talent. I think Brees is a leader who plays with tons of passion, and the Saints are my pick to sneak into the playoffs as a wildcard. I know that is going out on a limb, but, it is just the feeling I get.

LMAO! From the BIGGEST message board homer I ever, EVER met! Calling ME a homer for predicting a six win season! Hey....is that rookie WR in jail or out of jail? His name shouldn't be Holmes, it should be Homey! Oh, will Ben do any jail time for breaking all those motorcycle laws?

Rovers, did you miss the after my comment ?

I knew you were kidding... so was I! Inside joke, ya'know? As for the Jets being "under rated", all I'm saying is I don't think they will be the worst team in the NFL, which is where a lot of pundits have them ranked. They will still pick in the top ten, no doubt, maybe top five.

 

[Menudo]

I'll start..... 

I really think it has to be the Jets. Now, I'm not saying they could sniff the playoffs, but there seems to be a lot of people picking them for the worst record in the NFL this year, and I just don't see it, unless 6 wins makes them the first team to have a shot at Adrian Peterson or Quinn.

Tons of question marks, agreed, but still with some talent and a young CS that may surprise some people. The switch to the 3-4 hybrid may not struggle as much as some think. The O line is improved. Coles is still a servicable WR, and Martin isn't quite done just yet.

I also think SF will be an improved team. So, who gets the grand prize at the draft next year? I vote for either the Titans or Packers.

For playoff contenders, I think the Cards aren't getting much respect.... but I said that last year too.

Discuss! 

What a blind homer. I'll go with the Texans from the AFC & the Saints from the NFC.

I felt like the Texans had a phenomenal draft, filling a lot of weaknesses on defense and improving their O-Line. Domanick Davis needs to stay healthy, and we need to see what Carr can do with some time. This team isn't ready for a playoff run, but, I do think they will improve a good deal this season.

As for the Saints, this isn't all about Reggie Bush, though I think he will have an impact. I've felt like this team had some talent for quite some time, but, didn't feel they were hitting their potential due to a below-average coaching staff. Aaron Brooks also didn't seem to play with much passion or leadership, despite having great talent. I think Brees is a leader who plays with tons of passion, and the Saints are my pick to sneak into the playoffs as a wildcard. I know that is going out on a limb, but, it is just the feeling I get.

LMAO! From the BIGGEST message board homer I ever, EVER met! Calling ME a homer for predicting a six win season! Hey....is that rookie WR in jail or out of jail? His name shouldn't be Holmes, it should be Homey! Oh, will Ben do any jail time for breaking all those motorcycle laws?

Rovers, did you miss the after my comment ?

I knew you were kidding... so was I! Inside joke, ya'know? As for the Jets being "under rated", all I'm saying is I don't think they will be the worst team in the NFL, which is where a lot of pundits have them ranked. They will still pick in the top ten, no doubt, maybe top five.

I think they will pick #1 in next year's draft.

 

[Rovers]

I'll start..... 

I really think it has to be the Jets. Now, I'm not saying they could sniff the playoffs, but there seems to be a lot of people picking them for the worst record in the NFL this year, and I just don't see it, unless 6 wins makes them the first team to have a shot at Adrian Peterson or Quinn.

Tons of question marks, agreed, but still with some talent and a young CS that may surprise some people. The switch to the 3-4 hybrid may not struggle as much as some think. The O line is improved. Coles is still a servicable WR, and Martin isn't quite done just yet.

I also think SF will be an improved team. So, who gets the grand prize at the draft next year? I vote for either the Titans or Packers.

For playoff contenders, I think the Cards aren't getting much respect.... but I said that last year too.

Discuss! 

What a blind homer. I'll go with the Texans from the AFC & the Saints from the NFC.

I felt like the Texans had a phenomenal draft, filling a lot of weaknesses on defense and improving their O-Line. Domanick Davis needs to stay healthy, and we need to see what Carr can do with some time. This team isn't ready for a playoff run, but, I do think they will improve a good deal this season.

As for the Saints, this isn't all about Reggie Bush, though I think he will have an impact. I've felt like this team had some talent for quite some time, but, didn't feel they were hitting their potential due to a below-average coaching staff. Aaron Brooks also didn't seem to play with much passion or leadership, despite having great talent. I think Brees is a leader who plays with tons of passion, and the Saints are my pick to sneak into the playoffs as a wildcard. I know that is going out on a limb, but, it is just the feeling I get.

LMAO! From the BIGGEST message board homer I ever, EVER met! Calling ME a homer for predicting a six win season! Hey....is that rookie WR in jail or out of jail? His name shouldn't be Holmes, it should be Homey! Oh, will Ben do any jail time for breaking all those motorcycle laws?

Rovers, did you miss the after my comment ?

I knew you were kidding... so was I! Inside joke, ya'know? As for the Jets being "under rated", all I'm saying is I don't think they will be the worst team in the NFL, which is where a lot of pundits have them ranked. They will still pick in the top ten, no doubt, maybe top five.

I think they will pick #1 in next year's draft.

I know you do. What, you think you're on a roll now that you finally picked the super bowl winner after being wrong all your life?

 

[Menudo]

I'll start..... 

I really think it has to be the Jets. Now, I'm not saying they could sniff the playoffs, but there seems to be a lot of people picking them for the worst record in the NFL this year, and I just don't see it, unless 6 wins makes them the first team to have a shot at Adrian Peterson or Quinn.

Tons of question marks, agreed, but still with some talent and a young CS that may surprise some people. The switch to the 3-4 hybrid may not struggle as much as some think. The O line is improved. Coles is still a servicable WR, and Martin isn't quite done just yet.

I also think SF will be an improved team. So, who gets the grand prize at the draft next year? I vote for either the Titans or Packers.

For playoff contenders, I think the Cards aren't getting much respect.... but I said that last year too.

Discuss! 

What a blind homer. I'll go with the Texans from the AFC & the Saints from the NFC.

I felt like the Texans had a phenomenal draft, filling a lot of weaknesses on defense and improving their O-Line. Domanick Davis needs to stay healthy, and we need to see what Carr can do with some time. This team isn't ready for a playoff run, but, I do think they will improve a good deal this season.

As for the Saints, this isn't all about Reggie Bush, though I think he will have an impact. I've felt like this team had some talent for quite some time, but, didn't feel they were hitting their potential due to a below-average coaching staff. Aaron Brooks also didn't seem to play with much passion or leadership, despite having great talent. I think Brees is a leader who plays with tons of passion, and the Saints are my pick to sneak into the playoffs as a wildcard. I know that is going out on a limb, but, it is just the feeling I get.

LMAO! From the BIGGEST message board homer I ever, EVER met! Calling ME a homer for predicting a six win season! Hey....is that rookie WR in jail or out of jail? His name shouldn't be Holmes, it should be Homey! Oh, will Ben do any jail time for breaking all those motorcycle laws?

Rovers, did you miss the after my comment ?

I knew you were kidding... so was I! Inside joke, ya'know? As for the Jets being "under rated", all I'm saying is I don't think they will be the worst team in the NFL, which is where a lot of pundits have them ranked. They will still pick in the top ten, no doubt, maybe top five.

I think they will pick #1 in next year's draft.

I know you do. What, you think you're on a roll now that you finally picked the super bowl winner after being wrong all your life?

Actually, I'm 31 and was alive for all 5 Super Bowl Victories. I was born in September of 1974, and my first phrase was, "The Steelers are going to win the Super Bowl". Therefore, I have correctly chosen the Super Bowl winner 5 times in 31 years. Really, not that bad. Also, I was born with a sever case of 'yellow jaundice', which makes your skin yello. I had a full-head of black hair, so I was truly born "yellow and black"

 

[SammyJankis]

I could easilly see the Saints going 10-6 next year and being the surprise story of the 06 season.

AHHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAsig'd

Kind of fun hitting the "3 month" button on the wayback machine. Wondering if a predicition that the Saints could become the "surprise story of the 06 season" and possibly go 10-6, is worthy of a laugh? Say, is that one still "sig'd"?

 

[Doug B]

Kind of fun hitting the "3 month" button on the wayback machine. Wondering if a predicition that the Saints could become the "surprise story of the 06 season" and possibly go 10-6, is worthy of a laugh? Say, is that one still "sig'd"?

There were quite a few signs the Saints would be starkly improved this season. So many folks get caught up believing that last year's NFL is just going to repeat this year, that they miss what's actually happening with teams.

 

[SammyJankis]

Kind of fun hitting the "3 month" button on the wayback machine. Wondering if a predicition that the Saints could become the "surprise story of the 06 season" and possibly go 10-6, is worthy of a laugh? Say, is that one still "sig'd"?

There were quite a few signs the Saints would be starkly improved this season. So many folks get caught up believing that last year's NFL is just going to repeat this year, that they miss what's actually happening with teams.

I was a recap writer for FBGs last season. I drew the Saints a number of times. Every time I watched a Saints game, I was amazed at how much talent they had on the defensive side of the ball. I was also amazed how little Haslett got out of said talent.I remember saying to myself if they got a better coach and a better QB, this team could surprise some people. Add in Reggie Bush as well, and this team is surprising.

 

[Kyoto Burger]

I'll start.....

I really think it has to be the Jets. Now, I'm not saying they could sniff the playoffs, but there seems to be a lot of people picking them for the worst record in the NFL this year, and I just don't see it, unless 6 wins makes them the first team to have a shot at Adrian Peterson or Quinn.

Tons of question marks, agreed, but still with some talent and a young CS that may surprise some people. The switch to the 3-4 hybrid may not struggle as much as some think. The O line is improved. Coles is still a servicable WR, and Martin isn't quite done just yet.

I also think SF will be an improved team. So, who gets the grand prize at the draft next year? I vote for either the Titans or Packers.

For playoff contenders, I think the Cards aren't getting much respect.... but I said that last year too.

Discuss!

What a blind homer. I'll go with the Texans from the AFC & the Saints from the NFC.

I felt like the Texans had a phenomenal draft, filling a lot of weaknesses on defense and improving their O-Line. Domanick Davis needs to stay healthy, and we need to see what Carr can do with some time. This team isn't ready for a playoff run, but, I do think they will improve a good deal this season.

As for the Saints, this isn't all about Reggie Bush, though I think he will have an impact. I've felt like this team had some talent for quite some time, but, didn't feel they were hitting their potential due to a below-average coaching staff. Aaron Brooks also didn't seem to play with much passion or leadership, despite having great talent. I think Brees is a leader who plays with tons of passion, and the Saints are my pick to sneak into the playoffs as a wildcard. I know that is going out on a limb, but, it is just the feeling I get.

LMAO! From the BIGGEST message board homer I ever, EVER met! Calling ME a homer for predicting a six win season! Hey....is that rookie WR in jail or out of jail? His name shouldn't be Holmes, it should be Homey! Oh, will Ben do any jail time for breaking all those motorcycle laws?

Rovers, did you miss the after my comment ?

I knew you were kidding... so was I! Inside joke, ya'know? As for the Jets being "under rated", all I'm saying is I don't think they will be the worst team in the NFL, which is where a lot of pundits have them ranked. They will still pick in the top ten, no doubt, maybe top five.

I think they will pick #1 in next year's draft.

There's really no reason to think that.

 

[Rovers]

Bumped, strictly for the egotistical "told you so" reason.