BP Posted July 8, 2007 Share Posted July 8, 2007 1-NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS Notes: The skies above Foxborough, Mass., have never been clearer entering a season. Unless catastrophe strikes in the form of a major injury, the Patriots should contend for the Super Bowl. (Eight first-place votes) 2-SAN DIEGO CHARGERS Notes: The Chargers are talented, but trouble seems to build at playoff time when they have lost their last four games. Super Bowl XLII is possible, but their postseason history could be hard to shake in January. (Three first-place votes) 3-INDIANAPOLIS COLTS Notes: They might find having a target on their backs as Super Bowl champs a big obstacle .But look for the Colts, defensive holes aside, to win yet another divisional crown and go deep into the postseason. (Two first-place votes) 4-NEW ORLEANS SAINTS Notes: Because there aren't many dominant teams in the NFC, the Saints' fortunes should stay clear and sunny all season. Another NFC South title and deep playoff run are possible. 5-BALTIMORE RAVENS Notes: By keeping the core of its team, Baltimore might avoid a slipup and repeat as AFC North champs. But with aging leaders such as Ray Lewis and Steve McNair, warning signs are approaching. 6-CHICAGO BEARS Notes: Another NFC North title could be in the cards. But it will be harder because the schedule gets much tougher after last season's 13-3 campaign toward the Super Bowl. The defense must stay tough to get back to the title game. 7-DENVER BRONCOS Notes: There's been a lot of change in the AFC West this offseason, especially in Denver. The Broncos could narrow the gap with the Chargers, and there's no reason to believe they can't contend in the conference. 8-CINCINNATI BENGALS Notes: Warning signs for the Bengals Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gainzo Posted July 8, 2007 Share Posted July 8, 2007 But there still don't seem to be enough 3-4 compatible players on defense. I have to agree with that. Vilma, Kassell, Chatham? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leonwash29 Posted July 8, 2007 Share Posted July 8, 2007 I have to agree with that. Vilma, Kassell, Chatham? are you kidding?? Vilma Barton Harris Thomas Hobson, thats 5... kassell and chatham are like 4th and 5th string here and they still arent that bad they arent learning the 3-4 anymore most of them know it and have experienced it. just like the difference pennington will have with learning the offense last year and knowing the offense this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gainzo Posted July 8, 2007 Share Posted July 8, 2007 are you kidding?? Vilma Barton Harris Thomas Hobson, thats 5... kassell and chatham are like 4th and 5th string here and they still arent that bad If Kassell is a 4th stringer why was he on the field when the Pats scored a TD with no time left at the end of the 1st half in the playoff game? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leonwash29 Posted July 8, 2007 Share Posted July 8, 2007 If Kassell is a 4th stringer why was he on the field when the Pats scored a TD with no time left at the end of the 1st half in the playoff game? its called the NFL Draft and free agency. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ten Posted July 9, 2007 Share Posted July 9, 2007 Kassell is actually very well suited to a 3-4,he sheds blocks well and works better in close quarters than out in open space. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoFlaJets Posted July 9, 2007 Share Posted July 9, 2007 I mean why even bother playing the mighty Patriots this year? Mangini should just forfeit the games or maybe the commish should cancel the season and just GIVE them the Lombardi Trophy now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drago Posted July 9, 2007 Share Posted July 9, 2007 the broncos, cowboys and seahawks are not better than the jets. I realize everyone seems to have a huge stiffy for old linebackers and no defensive line, but the broncos will miss the playoffs again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECURB Posted July 9, 2007 Share Posted July 9, 2007 If Kassell is a 4th stringer why was he on the field when the Pats scored a TD with no time left at the end of the 1st half in the playoff game? Your throwing some knockout punches lately Gainzo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shasta Posted July 9, 2007 Share Posted July 9, 2007 I mean why even bother playing the mighty Patriots this year? Mangini should just forfeit the games or maybe the commish should cancel the season and just GIVE them the Lombardi Trophy now That wouldn't be fair to Pats fans, we would miss hearing the crying and moaning of Jet fans like yourself that spend all summer making fools of themselves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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