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Who in the NFC, can unseat the AFC? (1 Viewer)

harryhood

harryhood

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Well after complete NFC Domination from 1985-97, the AFC has been the superior conference in terms of super bowl champions. Are we looking at a AFC run that will mimick the NFC's of the 80/90's or can someone from the NFC get a SB win next year.

Does any of those teams have a shot, AS OF RIGHT NOW. This obviously changes year to year, with FA....but who could be the front runner for next year?

Philly, chicago again, who?? anyone?

hopefully the :other" manning....before I die... :goodposting:

 
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People have forgotten about the Saints, but they only need a very few pieces (one dominant WLB or MLB, a FS, maybe one OG) to become a freakish juggernaut.

 
harryhood said:
Well after complete NFC Domination from 1985-97, the AFC has been the superior conference in terms of super bowl champions. Are we looking at a AFC run that will mimick the NFC's of the 80/90's or can someone from the NFC get a SB win next year.Does any of those teams have a shot, AS OF RIGHT NOW. This obviously changes year to year, with FA....but who could be the front runner for next year?Philly, chicago again, who?? anyone? hopefully the :other" manning....before I die... :wall:
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Both the Seahawks and Panthers were competitive in the SB, things just went the other way on them. They've still got the same core players and coaches, so they are capable of winning it all if they get back. 2006 was a rough year for both teams with injuries, but they are the class of the field when healthy.Saints have a good team, and don't forget about Gibbs in Washington, either. Philly is the last I'd mention, but they have some needs.Chicago was a paper tiger. Their record looked better than they were because they received some gift wrapped wins. Their defense is over-rated and gives up points against good offenses. They aren't a threat vs. the AFC.
 
I'd give the inside track to the Saints.

Cardinals have the talent if they can just put it together. It's a big jump from Coordinator to HC. We saw Payton do it with no problem. Can Whisenhunt?

I like the Bears, and with even a decent performance at QB yesterday, they're in that game. Can Grossman play QB at the NFL level. I think you have to start to ask that question. If they get even solid play instead of horrible play, they're a very good team. He was simply horrible.

Giants are another team that with better QB play could have been better, but they've lost Tiki. That's an enormous loss, and I just don't think Jacobs is the the guy.

Eagles and Panthers are a threat every year just on their coaching.

I really like the look of the Niners coming up on both sides of the ball. Next year? i don't think so, but they're building a solid foundation out there.

I don't see anybody as an imminent threat, beyond the Saints. There are a lot of maybes, and a lot of possibillities, but the AFC has 5-6 teams that I'd put up there with the Saints as favorites today for next years Superbowl.

 
Unfortunately, no, I don't think that any NFC teams are likely to match the top AFC teams next year. IMO the Chargers, Ravens, or Patriots would have beaten the Bears and there are another 2 or 3 AFC teams that are moving up to replace any of those other teams if they fall off.

 
guderian said:
Unfortunately, no, I don't think that any NFC teams are likely to match the top AFC teams next year. IMO the Chargers, Ravens, or Patriots would have beaten the Bears and there are another 2 or 3 AFC teams that are moving up to replace any of those other teams if they fall off.
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I agree there. If I were to ask you about the 10 best teams in the NFL right now, There would be AT LEAST 6 teams from the AFC. Plain and simple, the AFC has been the dominant conference the past years, with much stronger, and well rounded teams. One can only hope that the NFC turns tough again where teams are fighting to get to 10-6 and make the WC
 
You can probably name 2/3 of the conference realistically in today's NFL.

The teams that need to add the fewest components are:

New Orleans (defense)

Philly (LB or two; another RB)

Chicago (it comes down to QB)

Seattle (defense)

Carolina (unless Delhomme is washed up)

 
Doug B said:
People have forgotten about the Saints, but they only need a very few pieces (one dominant WLB or MLB, a FS, maybe one OG) to become a freakish juggernaut.
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maybe they should more than one good season before we start throwing out 'freakish juggernaut'.
 
I think the NFC needs a lot of help. The conferences are so weak in the NFC that it hurts the top teams. The teams are getting better but they are too inconsistent. I feel like the Saints are pretty close to be up there but they need some key players. CB, LB, DE if they do resign Grant, WR to compliment Devrey and Marques.

Giants need some steady QB play and also need some help on the defensive side of the ball.

Eagles need some defensive help at LB and secondary and resign stallworth.

Redskins it is hard to point to one thing that they really need but I know it has to be on defensive side.

Seahawks needs to stay healthy.

Bears need some consistent play from the QB.

 
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Giants

Bears

Redskins - eventually, they're going to get on track. they have a terrific coaching staff, and the combo of Betts and Campbell,sure looked good down the stretch of the 2006 season..

once Campbell gets a full training camp under his feet as the #1 guy, this team could really make some noise, imo.

Green Bay - they were improving defensively, and the offense had a very nice run/pass balance.Jennings adds an extra dimension at WR to compliment Driver, and whether they bring Ahman Green back or sign a F/A RB, this could be a top 10 rushing offense..plus, Favre comes back./

SF improved dramatically in '06, if Norv Turner stays on as Off. Coordinator, they will only get better!

I'm mentioning many of these teams since the parity in the NFL has become cyclical..Pittsburgh stunk up the joint in 2004, and went on to win a 2005 SB, and stunk up the joint again in 2006. the Saints won very few games in 2005, yet played in the nfc championship game in 2006.

so teams like GB, Wash., SF , have a shot at showing a dramatic improvement in 2007.

 
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I've hated on the Seahawks before but I think I like their chances the best, if they stay healthy. Same goes for the Iggles

Bears just need to get better on offense. Conversely the Saints need to shore up their defense.

 
nygiants56 said:
Redskins - eventually, they're going to get on track. they have a terrific coaching staff, and the combo of Betts and Campbell,sure looked good down the stretch of the 2006 season..once Campbell gets a full training camp under his feet as the #1 guy, this team could really make some noise, imo.
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I'm excited about their offense for the reasons stated, but defense has me concerned. They may need to upgrade at as many as four or five different positions on defense (DE, DT, MLB, SS, CB) as that defense suddenly looked very old and feeble last year. I doubt they can do all of that this offseason, especially with only one first day pick and little cap room. IMHO, they'll go as far as their defense takes them next year. For that reason I put them among the very large second tier if NFC teams vying for a Super Bowl run going into next year, along with teams like Atlanta, Green Bay, San Francisco, etc.
 
Seattle - Injuries were brutal for them, but they still have a lot of talent, as much as any NFC team. I wonder if their o-line will reach the level it did two seasons ago though - Jones did not look as good this year and they missed Hutchinson.

Philadelphia - Health issues here too. Adding Stallworth (on the days he wasn't nursing his hammy) made a nice impact on the offense, and Westbrook is a stud. Defense can be very good when everyone is there.

Chicago - QB QB QB - will Rex learn from his first full year as a starter in the NFL? That's the multi-million dollar question he has to answer going into his contract year. If the Bears keep Briggs, then they'll be back in the playoffs barring some horrendous spate of injuries (losing Harris and Brown were bad enough for this Bears fan) since the division is still pretty bad. But winning it all depends on Rex or a better replacement.

Maybe Dallas, if they get the right head coach.

 
For people mentioning Philly, let's not forget about the QB situation. McNabb still needs to come back from a serious injury and Garcia might not be around. Even if Garcia does play, is it the at the same level? Add in that they're not going to resign Stallworth, and the Eagles don't add up to a favorite for too much next season. :excited:

 
Seattle. For reasons stated above. They just need to stay healthy. I dont think they even need to add that much to their team. Offense should be good again next year and the wild card is Marcus Tubbs staying healthy. He is so important to their defense in terms of stopping the run. If they can stay healthy and have a great regular season record, they might be able to get homefield advantage in the playoffs. If they get homefield, I dont see how they dont go to Super Bowl XLII.

 
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Seattle. For reasons stated above. They just need to stay healthy. I dont think they even need to add that much to their team. Offense should be good again next year and the wild card is Marcus Tubbs staying healthy. He is so important to their defense in terms of stopping the run. If they can stay healthy and have a great regular season record, they might be able to get homefield advantage in the playoffs. If they get homefield, I dont see how they dont go to Super Bowl XLII.
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Based on their roster on paper and their easy schedule, I really thought Seattle could have been a 14-2 team this year. But injuries really did them in and ruined what could have been a fantastic season for them... if they can remain healthy, I would agree and certainly not be surprised next year to see them get homefield and end up in XLII.
 
If the Eagles fix their LB situation they'll be a serious contender. If they get a corner to replace Hood and resign Stallworth, I don't think they can be beaten (provided Andy doesn't go back to calling the plays).

Behind the Eagles I like the Saints. A less popular pick is the rams. They need some help, but I think they could be a contender. My dark horse pick is the Cards... :X

:X

 
Billy Ball Thorton said:
The Cards.Trust me they WILL be a factor next year. You will see a 06 Saints type change in the 07 Cards.Bank on it.Do it, do it!
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I know its the same old song and dance in AZ, we will be better this year! I actually belive with Wiz and Grimm on board combined with Lienhart having 1 year under his belt we have a shot at winning the NFC West. I saw what we did to the Bears this year, hopefully we now have a coaching staffing that will adjust their approach to games at halftime and win the close ones.Denny Green killed this team with his inability to adjust to the game as it played out. I lived in MN for the 11 years prior to him following me to AZ, he is easily out coached!
 
mcjc4 said:
I know its the same old song and dance in AZ, we will be better this year! I actually belive with Wiz and Grimm on board combined with Lienhart having 1 year under his belt we have a shot at winning the NFC West. I saw what we did to the Bears this year, hopefully we now have a coaching staffing that will adjust their approach to games at halftime and win the close ones.Denny Green killed this team with his inability to adjust to the game as it played out. I lived in MN for the 11 years prior to him following me to AZ, he is easily out coached!
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I'd love to see the Cards to well. Boldin is the man. I love Edge too. I hated seeing the Colts win the SB his first year out. :X I give them better odds without Green. Now if they can just get an o-line...
 
I'd also like to add that the Rams should get a look as well. They already have a steller offense now that Bulger has reached consistancy and Steven Jackson has emerged. If they can have a good draft/free agency and make that defense a little better, who knows...

 
The Bears next year with slightly better QB play, Lance Briggs back, and a healthy Mike Brown & Tommie Harris.

Mike Brown wouldn't have goofed up the freebie Reggie Wayne touchdown play, and the entire game would have been different because of it. Not saying they surely would have won, but I stated before the game that the safety position would kill them and I think that play stands out the most for a reason why they lost. If only Rex hadn't been playing from behind, maybe he doesn't throw those picks ...

 
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PMENFAN said:
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nygiants56 said:
Pittsburgh stunk up the joint in 2004...
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Yeah I was thinking the same thing. Didn't they go 15-1 that year? :bye:
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Yeah, but they got blown out in the AFC Championship.
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Explain to me how that equates to "stinking it up that year"? TIA.
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:shrug: 15-1, lose to the superbowl champs in the AFC championship game....all with a first year QB. Oh what a horrible season :loco:
 
I will take a darkhorse and go with the 49ers.

If Norv Turner leaves for the Cowboys, all bets are off however. I think his continuity is critical.

Certainly they have holes to fill,...but if they improve from 2006 to 2007 the way they did from 2005 to 2006, they will be a team to contend.

 
It amazes me that the entire NFC west has been mentioned, and pretty heavily. 3 of those teams didn't make the playoffs this year, and were not good, plus they had a banged-up (and not completely cursed, apparently) Seahawks team to contend with.

I think the rest of the NFC West might have gotten off easy this season.

 
I think the gap is going to start to close a bit between the AFC and NFC next year. I see several teams in the NFC that seem to be on the brink or a player or 2 away from being at the AFC level.

NO - Probably only a LB and CB away. Maybe only a CB.

Chi - If healthy, I think this team is probably there already. With a consistent QB, they are for sure.

Sea - It's easy to forget how banged up this team was last year. They played Pitt awful close in 2005 and could have won that game.

Wash - I think this team is a pass rush away. That could be just one key Dline signing.

Dal - this team seems to have a lot of talent, but I'm not so sure I see it happening with a new coach next year.

 
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