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Peyton Marino
Footballguy
you mean biggest rival or division opponent with best W/L record?
if biggest rival i say 6-10.
best w/l i say 9-7.
if biggest rival i say 6-10.
best w/l i say 9-7.
Despyzer
Lousy Attention Whore
I was shooting for whoever you feel is your biggest rival, but feel free to do it whichever way you wish.
Gottabesweet
Footballguy
Pats 12-4
Bills 9-7 (homer can hope)
Jets 8-8
Dolphins 5-11
Bills 9-7 (homer can hope)
Jets 8-8
Dolphins 5-11
Broncos 16-0
Chargers 0-16
Chiefs 0-16
Raiders -1-17
I haven't even looked at the other 3 teams scedules, but I really got the Donks at about 10-6. The Chargers should be the team to beat in our division again so considering the coaching changes I'll give them an 11-5 record. The Chiefs are always good for about a 7-9 or 8-8 season and The Raiders are still rebuilding and big Al won't let go, so I'll say 5-11.
Chargers 0-16
Chiefs 0-16
Raiders -1-17
I haven't even looked at the other 3 teams scedules, but I really got the Donks at about 10-6. The Chargers should be the team to beat in our division again so considering the coaching changes I'll give them an 11-5 record. The Chiefs are always good for about a 7-9 or 8-8 season and The Raiders are still rebuilding and big Al won't let go, so I'll say 5-11.
E-A-G-L-E-S
Footballguy
Eagles 11-5
Cowboys 9-7
Redskins 8-8
Giants 6-10
Cowboys 9-7
Redskins 8-8
Giants 6-10
Snotbubbles
Footballguy
I like this. The Cowboys might get 10 wins though. It will all hinge on wheter Romo is the real deal or if he simply had a few good games. He started out strong in his first 6 (1621 yds - 12 TD - 5INT ) with a 4-2 record, but in his last 6 (1430 yds - 7 TDs - 8INT) wasn't as strong with a 2-4 record. And of course whether they can avoid injuries on defense (which is a key for all teams) The Redskins could go through some growing pains with Campbell at QB. I like their running game which should make things easier for Campbell, but he is still young and could be frustrating to watch at times. I'm interested to see how he develops, but he probably at least another year away.I think the Giants are in for a down year. They have a lame duck coach and it appears they are in a transitition period. It's gonna be tough to replace Tiki offensively. Jacobs just doesn't do all the things Tiki could.
djcolts
Footballguy
Colts 12-4
Jags 10-6
Titans 8-8
Texans 5-11
I think the Jags will be less inconsistent this season, but will still lose a couple of games they shouldn't.
I think the Titans were fortunate to be 8-8 last season because they recovered an unbelievably large percentage of their own fumbles last season that will balance out this season, so they'll be a better team this season but not as fortunate with the breaks. Their year is likely 2008.
The Texans are still #4 in the division - I don't see that changing this season.
Edit: If Jason David signs with the Saints as a RFA, I'm docking the Colts at least 1 win. They can't lose BOTH starting corners this off-season.
Jags 10-6
Titans 8-8
Texans 5-11
I think the Jags will be less inconsistent this season, but will still lose a couple of games they shouldn't.
I think the Titans were fortunate to be 8-8 last season because they recovered an unbelievably large percentage of their own fumbles last season that will balance out this season, so they'll be a better team this season but not as fortunate with the breaks. Their year is likely 2008.
The Texans are still #4 in the division - I don't see that changing this season.
Edit: If Jason David signs with the Saints as a RFA, I'm docking the Colts at least 1 win. They can't lose BOTH starting corners this off-season.
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ImTheScientist
Footballguy
49ers - 10-6
Rams - 9-7
Seahawks - 8-8
Cardinals - 6-10
All the teams except for Seattle are much improved from last year. I think the 49ers have a very young and tallented group and if Smith can continue to improve they have a very nice core of players. They made huge improvents last year and I look for them to win the division this year.
Seattle has not made any real improvents outside of D. Grant. And no, signing 35 year old TE's does not count, and Kerney
what a waste of money!
Rams - 9-7
Seahawks - 8-8
Cardinals - 6-10
All the teams except for Seattle are much improved from last year. I think the 49ers have a very young and tallented group and if Smith can continue to improve they have a very nice core of players. They made huge improvents last year and I look for them to win the division this year.
Seattle has not made any real improvents outside of D. Grant. And no, signing 35 year old TE's does not count, and Kerney
what a waste of money!
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Reaper
Footballguy
As another division Homer, I'd say We could easily swap the Jets and Bills predictions. The AFC east schedules are BRUTAL so, any rash of injuries can sink any team, other than the Pats, way down to a sub .500 season.But, the Bills have an OL and RB transition going on where the Jets are in year 2 of building what was a decent OL and adding a proven RB along with Leon...... So, even without homer glasses I think the majority of Sports outlets will give the Jets a better record. Mcgahee was the guy on the Bills who single handedly gave the Jets fits and that's a big whole in that rivalry with no one left to fear. As for Miami, while I think the Porter deal was stupid for them since he'll be done by the time they compete, he should add to what was already a top defense that will give teams fits and win games on their own. I do think Miami should draft about 5 OL though like I've said they should do for the last 5 years..... If they had an OL they could be a force and may still throw one together..... I'll put them at 8-8.Miami D > Buffalo D..... Both have similar offensive problems.Pats - 12-4 Best team in the NFLJets 10-6 (homer hope - if $$ was involved I'd say 9-7)Miami 8-8Buffalo 7-9 ( I took a game away for the Islanders Beat downA win again ov said:
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ImTheScientist
Footballguy
As another division Homer, I'd say We could easily swap the Jets and Bills predictions. The AFC east schedules are BRUTAL so, any rash of injuries can sink any team, other than the Pats, way down to a sub .500 season.But, the Bills have an OL and RB transition going on where the Jets are in year 2 of building what was a decent OL and adding a proven RB along with Leon...... So, even without homer glasses I think the majority of Sports outlets will give the Jets a better record. Mcgahee was the guy on the Bills who single handedly gave the Jets fits and that's a big whole in that rivalry with no one left to fear.A win again ov said:
As for Miami, while I think the Porter deal was stupid for them since he'll be done by the time they compete, he should add to what was already a top defense that will give teams fits and win games on their own. I do think Miami should draft about 5 OL though like I've said they should do for the last 5 years..... If they had an OL they could be a force and may still throw one together..... I'll put them at 8-8.
Miami D > Buffalo D..... Both have similar offensive problems.
Pats - 12-6 Best team in the NFL
Jets 10-6 (homer hope - if $$ was involved I'd say 9-7)
Miami 8-8
Buffalo 7-9 ( I took a game away for the Islanders Beat down)
Reaper
Footballguy
Are you questioning "Best team in the NFL" or are you reposting all this to point out an obvious typo in the L column?As another division Homer, I'd say We could easily swap the Jets and Bills predictions. The AFC east schedules are BRUTAL so, any rash of injuries can sink any team, other than the Pats, way down to a sub .500 season.But, the Bills have an OL and RB transition going on where the Jets are in year 2 of building what was a decent OL and adding a proven RB along with Leon...... So, even without homer glasses I think the majority of Sports outlets will give the Jets a better record. Mcgahee was the guy on the Bills who single handedly gave the Jets fits and that's a big whole in that rivalry with no one left to fear.A win again ov said:
As for Miami, while I think the Porter deal was stupid for them since he'll be done by the time they compete, he should add to what was already a top defense that will give teams fits and win games on their own. I do think Miami should draft about 5 OL though like I've said they should do for the last 5 years..... If they had an OL they could be a force and may still throw one together..... I'll put them at 8-8.
Miami D > Buffalo D..... Both have similar offensive problems.
Pats - 12-6 Best team in the NFL
Jets 10-6 (homer hope - if $$ was involved I'd say 9-7)
Miami 8-8
Buffalo 7-9 ( I took a game away for the Islanders Beat down)
ImTheScientist
Footballguy
Both.....Best team in the NFL......I would like to hear your reasoning for such a strong statement. My thoughts on the PATS:Are you questioning "Best team in the NFL" or are you reposting all this to point out an obvious typo in the L column?As another division Homer, I'd say We could easily swap the Jets and Bills predictions. The AFC east schedules are BRUTAL so, any rash of injuries can sink any team, other than the Pats, way down to a sub .500 season.But, the Bills have an OL and RB transition going on where the Jets are in year 2 of building what was a decent OL and adding a proven RB along with Leon...... So, even without homer glasses I think the majority of Sports outlets will give the Jets a better record. Mcgahee was the guy on the Bills who single handedly gave the Jets fits and that's a big whole in that rivalry with no one left to fear.A win again ov said:
As for Miami, while I think the Porter deal was stupid for them since he'll be done by the time they compete, he should add to what was already a top defense that will give teams fits and win games on their own. I do think Miami should draft about 5 OL though like I've said they should do for the last 5 years..... If they had an OL they could be a force and may still throw one together..... I'll put them at 8-8.
Miami D > Buffalo D..... Both have similar offensive problems.
Pats - 12-6 Best team in the NFL
Jets 10-6 (homer hope - if $$ was involved I'd say 9-7)
Miami 8-8
Buffalo 7-9 ( I took a game away for the Islanders Beat down
1)I think they play in the weakest division in the NFL
2)They are an above average team
3)I would rank the Chargers, Ravens, Bengals, Jax, Colts, Broncos all ahead of them in the AFC
LionsFan78
Footballguy
NFC North
Chicago 12-4
Green Bay 8-8
Detroit 6-10
Minnesota 5-11
Chicago - Can't really see them finishing any worse than 11-5. 12-4 seems about right. Gotta love the NFC North. San Diego, Dallas, NO and Seattle should be their toughest opponents.
Green Bay - 8-8 again. Sorry Brett, adios. I believe they'll be around 7-6 heading into week 15, losing to both STL and CHI, and knocked out of the playoff race yet again.
Detroit - Call it homerism. I'm fine with that. But I feel 100% that they won't finish dead last in the division, even with a horrible schedule. Way too many close losses last year (8 losses by 7 points or less, including NE, CHI, STL, NYJ) to not think they could pull out a few more this year. Not that I'm bragging about 6-10 though. But I'll take it.
Minnesota - Of course it all swings on Tavaris Jackson, and how far their defense will carry them. I don't see it this year, but who knows. I don't see one game I think they can win in October, as well as SD early November.
Chicago 12-4
Green Bay 8-8
Detroit 6-10
Minnesota 5-11
Chicago - Can't really see them finishing any worse than 11-5. 12-4 seems about right. Gotta love the NFC North. San Diego, Dallas, NO and Seattle should be their toughest opponents.
Green Bay - 8-8 again. Sorry Brett, adios. I believe they'll be around 7-6 heading into week 15, losing to both STL and CHI, and knocked out of the playoff race yet again.
Detroit - Call it homerism. I'm fine with that. But I feel 100% that they won't finish dead last in the division, even with a horrible schedule. Way too many close losses last year (8 losses by 7 points or less, including NE, CHI, STL, NYJ) to not think they could pull out a few more this year. Not that I'm bragging about 6-10 though. But I'll take it.
Minnesota - Of course it all swings on Tavaris Jackson, and how far their defense will carry them. I don't see it this year, but who knows. I don't see one game I think they can win in October, as well as SD early November.
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Reaper
Footballguy
Both.....Best team in the NFL......I would like to hear your reasoning for such a strong statement. My thoughts on the PATS:Are you questioning "Best team in the NFL" or are you reposting all this to point out an obvious typo in the L column?As another division Homer, I'd say We could easily swap the Jets and Bills predictions. The AFC east schedules are BRUTAL so, any rash of injuries can sink any team, other than the Pats, way down to a sub .500 season.But, the Bills have an OL and RB transition going on where the Jets are in year 2 of building what was a decent OL and adding a proven RB along with Leon...... So, even without homer glasses I think the majority of Sports outlets will give the Jets a better record. Mcgahee was the guy on the Bills who single handedly gave the Jets fits and that's a big whole in that rivalry with no one left to fear.A win again ov said:
As for Miami, while I think the Porter deal was stupid for them since he'll be done by the time they compete, he should add to what was already a top defense that will give teams fits and win games on their own. I do think Miami should draft about 5 OL though like I've said they should do for the last 5 years..... If they had an OL they could be a force and may still throw one together..... I'll put them at 8-8.
Miami D > Buffalo D..... Both have similar offensive problems.
Pats - 12-6 Best team in the NFL
Jets 10-6 (homer hope - if $$ was involved I'd say 9-7)
Miami 8-8
Buffalo 7-9 ( I took a game away for the Islanders Beat down)
1)I think they play in the weakest division in the NFL
2)They are an above average team
3)I would rank the Chargers, Ravens, Bengals, Jax, Colts, Broncos all ahead of them in the AFC
ImTheScientist
Footballguy
So because someone disagree's with your statement that they are the best team in the NFL they areBoth.....Best team in the NFL......I would like to hear your reasoning for such a strong statement. My thoughts on the PATS:Are you questioning "Best team in the NFL" or are you reposting all this to point out an obvious typo in the L column?As another division Homer, I'd say We could easily swap the Jets and Bills predictions. The AFC east schedules are BRUTAL so, any rash of injuries can sink any team, other than the Pats, way down to a sub .500 season.But, the Bills have an OL and RB transition going on where the Jets are in year 2 of building what was a decent OL and adding a proven RB along with Leon...... So, even without homer glasses I think the majority of Sports outlets will give the Jets a better record. Mcgahee was the guy on the Bills who single handedly gave the Jets fits and that's a big whole in that rivalry with no one left to fear.A win again ov said:
As for Miami, while I think the Porter deal was stupid for them since he'll be done by the time they compete, he should add to what was already a top defense that will give teams fits and win games on their own. I do think Miami should draft about 5 OL though like I've said they should do for the last 5 years..... If they had an OL they could be a force and may still throw one together..... I'll put them at 8-8.
Miami D > Buffalo D..... Both have similar offensive problems.
Pats - 12-6 Best team in the NFL
Jets 10-6 (homer hope - if $$ was involved I'd say 9-7)
Miami 8-8
Buffalo 7-9 ( I took a game away for the Islanders Beat down
1)I think they play in the weakest division in the NFL
2)They are an above average team
3)I would rank the Chargers, Ravens, Bengals, Jax, Colts, Broncos all ahead of them in the AFC
? What a joke. So anyone who doesn't think the Pats are the best team in the NFL is
Reaper
Footballguy
Not at all..... You can disagree that the Pats are the Best team in the NFL but, don't tell me they're just above average, the 7th ranked team in the AFC or even that the AFC east is the weakest division - No division in the AFC is the weakest.So because someone disagree's with your statement that they are the best team in the NFL they areBoth.....Best team in the NFL......I would like to hear your reasoning for such a strong statement. My thoughts on the PATS:Are you questioning "Best team in the NFL" or are you reposting all this to point out an obvious typo in the L column?As another division Homer, I'd say We could easily swap the Jets and Bills predictions. The AFC east schedules are BRUTAL so, any rash of injuries can sink any team, other than the Pats, way down to a sub .500 season.But, the Bills have an OL and RB transition going on where the Jets are in year 2 of building what was a decent OL and adding a proven RB along with Leon...... So, even without homer glasses I think the majority of Sports outlets will give the Jets a better record. Mcgahee was the guy on the Bills who single handedly gave the Jets fits and that's a big whole in that rivalry with no one left to fear.A win again ov said:
As for Miami, while I think the Porter deal was stupid for them since he'll be done by the time they compete, he should add to what was already a top defense that will give teams fits and win games on their own. I do think Miami should draft about 5 OL though like I've said they should do for the last 5 years..... If they had an OL they could be a force and may still throw one together..... I'll put them at 8-8.
Miami D > Buffalo D..... Both have similar offensive problems.
Pats - 12-6 Best team in the NFL
Jets 10-6 (homer hope - if $$ was involved I'd say 9-7)
Miami 8-8
Buffalo 7-9 ( I took a game away for the Islanders Beat down
1)I think they play in the weakest division in the NFL
2)They are an above average team
3)I would rank the Chargers, Ravens, Bengals, Jax, Colts, Broncos all ahead of them in the AFC
Out of all those Super Bowls that team won, this team could be the most talented and experienced team yet.
They added the best FA defensive player out there, a stud who should excel in that system and have 2 1st round picks plus a slew of others with the luxury of purely drafting for depth.....
I'd drop dead call them the deepest team in the NFL but, if someone wanted to say Indy was better I'd leave that argument for Pat and Indy fans - You want to tell me they are the 7th team in the AFC and I'll just laugh and think you're fishing - I'd like to see ANYONE On these boards who would agree with you on that.
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Despyzer
Lousy Attention Whore
If Moss is worth two wins a season all by himself, I'd hate to imagine the Raiders' record these past few years without him.
ImTheScientist
Footballguy
IMO they signed a bunch of Jabar Gaffneys this offseason and I just don't think this gets it done anymore. I think they lack tallent at WR, RB (Maroney needs to stay healthy...big if..IMO), CB (Samuel wants out, and will probably get his way). Adalius Thomas was a good sign, however I think he was overpaid, and we will see if he can do it away from the Ravens....I don't think he can. Nate Clements was the best FA defensive player.Above average means they finish 10-6....not to bad. They will be in the playoffs but they are not going far. I still say the AFC east is the weakest in the AFC for sure and you can argue NFC WEST or NORTH is weaker...but thats a opinion. If the Patriots were in the AFC West, North or South they would have it handed to them by better teams.
ImTheScientist
Footballguy
NYG and WAS =Dallas 12-4PHI 9-7
NYG 9-7
PHI and Dallas will battle for 1st with the loser getting a wildcard spot
djcolts
Footballguy
The lowest I can see a semi-reasonable argument the Pats being ranked in the AFC is 4th behind the Colts, Chargers and Ravens (this doesn't mean that is my ranking - just where I can see a reasonable argument). I don't see how the Broncos (Young QB, no pass rush on D), Jags (the most inconsistent team in the NFL bar none) or Bengals (D needs work, the Pats whupped them last year) can be reasonably ranked ahead of the Pats.I'm not saying one can't say that Denver or the Jags or the Bengals are going to win the Super Bowl. That's a different animal than just a straight Team A > Team B argument. As the last 2 years showed, it is about the team that is hot at the right time as much or more than the best team overall.Not at all..... You can disagree that the Pats are the Best team in the NFL but, don't tell me they're just above average, the 7th ranked team in the AFC or even that the AFC east is the weakest division - No division in the AFC is the weakest.So because someone disagree's with your statement that they are the best team in the NFL they areBoth.....Best team in the NFL......I would like to hear your reasoning for such a strong statement. My thoughts on the PATS:Are you questioning "Best team in the NFL" or are you reposting all this to point out an obvious typo in the L column?As another division Homer, I'd say We could easily swap the Jets and Bills predictions. The AFC east schedules are BRUTAL so, any rash of injuries can sink any team, other than the Pats, way down to a sub .500 season.But, the Bills have an OL and RB transition going on where the Jets are in year 2 of building what was a decent OL and adding a proven RB along with Leon...... So, even without homer glasses I think the majority of Sports outlets will give the Jets a better record. Mcgahee was the guy on the Bills who single handedly gave the Jets fits and that's a big whole in that rivalry with no one left to fear.A win again ov said:
As for Miami, while I think the Porter deal was stupid for them since he'll be done by the time they compete, he should add to what was already a top defense that will give teams fits and win games on their own. I do think Miami should draft about 5 OL though like I've said they should do for the last 5 years..... If they had an OL they could be a force and may still throw one together..... I'll put them at 8-8.
Miami D > Buffalo D..... Both have similar offensive problems.
Pats - 12-6 Best team in the NFL
Jets 10-6 (homer hope - if $$ was involved I'd say 9-7)
Miami 8-8
Buffalo 7-9 ( I took a game away for the Islanders Beat down
1)I think they play in the weakest division in the NFL
2)They are an above average team
3)I would rank the Chargers, Ravens, Bengals, Jax, Colts, Broncos all ahead of them in the AFC
Out of all those Super Bowls that team won, this team could be the most talented and experienced team yet.
They added the best FA defensive player out there, a stud who should excel in that system and have 2 1st round picks plus a slew of others with the luxury of purely drafting for depth.....
I'd drop dead call them the deepest team in the NFL but, if someone wanted to say Indy was better I'd leave that argument for Pat and Indy fans - You want to tell me they are the 7th team in the AFC and I'll just laugh and think you're fishing - I'd like to see ANYONE On these boards who would agree with you on that.
ImTheScientist
Footballguy
If Samuel plays for them this year it helps, and if their WR's perform well them I would bump them up. As of now I don't feel either will happen. Just my opinion obviously, and it may change after the draft.
Mr. Brownstone
Footballguy
I'm one of the few Jaguar fans on here and I still can't help but chuckle at this. All the Patriots have done is own the Jags. I wish it wasn't so, but that's reality. I would love to be wrong in this case though.The Scientist said:Both.....Best team in the NFL......I would like to hear your reasoning for such a strong statement. My thoughts on the PATS:Reaper said:Are you questioning "Best team in the NFL" or are you reposting all this to point out an obvious typo in the L column?The Scientist said:Reaper said:As another division Homer, I'd say We could easily swap the Jets and Bills predictions. The AFC east schedules are BRUTAL so, any rash of injuries can sink any team, other than the Pats, way down to a sub .500 season.But, the Bills have an OL and RB transition going on where the Jets are in year 2 of building what was a decent OL and adding a proven RB along with Leon...... So, even without homer glasses I think the majority of Sports outlets will give the Jets a better record. Mcgahee was the guy on the Bills who single handedly gave the Jets fits and that's a big whole in that rivalry with no one left to fear.A win again ov said:
As for Miami, while I think the Porter deal was stupid for them since he'll be done by the time they compete, he should add to what was already a top defense that will give teams fits and win games on their own. I do think Miami should draft about 5 OL though like I've said they should do for the last 5 years..... If they had an OL they could be a force and may still throw one together..... I'll put them at 8-8.
Miami D > Buffalo D..... Both have similar offensive problems.
Pats - 12-6 Best team in the NFL
Jets 10-6 (homer hope - if $$ was involved I'd say 9-7)
Miami 8-8
Buffalo 7-9 ( I took a game away for the Islanders Beat down
1)I think they play in the weakest division in the NFL
2)They are an above average team
3)I would rank the Chargers, Ravens, Bengals, Jax, Colts, Broncos all ahead of them in the AFC
E-A-G-L-E-S
Footballguy
As I have been a Bolts fan for years as well, here is the AFC West
Chargers 12-4
Broncos 10-6
Chiefs 8-8
Raiders 4-12
Chargers 12-4
Broncos 10-6
Chiefs 8-8
Raiders 4-12
Routilla
Footballguy
For some reason I think KC could be sneaky good this year. They still need a WR or 2, but the OL looks to be better and a good draft could really help the DEF/ST. I lost faith in T. Green last year and think Huard could be serviceable.
hutchins929
Footballguy
The old Black and Blue (the new Pink and Purple)
NFC North
Chicago 11-5
Green Bay 8-8
Detroit 6-10
Minnesota 6-10
NFC North
Chicago 11-5
Green Bay 8-8
Detroit 6-10
Minnesota 6-10
Routilla
Footballguy
If GB were to land either Moss or Turner I might bump them up a little.
