Saturday, September 02, 2006
NFC East
NFC East Preview
New York: An excellent performance by Eli Manning last year, his first as teh Giants' starting QB, spurred them on to a division title, but they quickly came apart in the playoffs in an embarassing shut-out loss at home to Carolina. The opportunity might be now for the Giants however, as RB Tiki Barber had an MVP-type campaign last year, but is over 30 years old, meaning he could lose a step very quickly. The pass and catch combo of Manning to Plaxico Burress was one of the NFL's best last year, while Amonte Toomer and Jeremy Shockey provide depth. The defensive secondary was a weakness last year, but New York hopes they've improved it by bringing is veterans R.W. McQuarters and Sam Madison. The defenseive end combo of Michael Strahan and Osi Umenyiora should be feared by all opposing offenses. 10-6
Philadelphia: Now that the mess of Terrell Owens and last season is behind them, a healthy Donovan McNabb should be able to lead the Eagles back into the playoff hunt. The Eagles recently acquired Donte Stallworth to improve the receiving corps, but fellow WR Todd Pinkston has been released after requesting a trade. That leaves the Eagles thin at receiver, while RB Bryan Westbrook is only average. On defense the Eagles are good, with a great secondary and DE Javon Kearse. That should provide a counter-balance for a sub-par offense and give the Eagles a chance at the post season. 8-8
Washington: The Redskins made it back to the post-season last year, and should be competitive again this season. The defense was top-10 in the league and should be solid again this year. Shawn Springs and Adam Archuleta will anchor the secondary. The offense could be more of a concern however. QB Mark Brunell had a career-high 23 TD passes last year, with his go-to receiver Santana Moss having a career year of his own. But at 35 and with a history of injuries a repeat performance from Brunell might not be in the cards. RB Clinton Portis is one of the NFL's best and a repeat 1500 yard season is certainly attainable, but the question is whether or not it will be enough to carry the offense. 8-8
Dallas: After acquring WR Terrell Owens, hopes are high for the Cowboys. The team that went 9-7 last year remains largely intact. The defense should remain decent and take some heat off of Drew Bledsoe and the rest of the offense. RBs Julius Jones and Marion Barber provide a good ground attack. But naturally the focus is going to be on Owens. He's arguably the league's best receiver, put is with his third team in four years thanks to his poor attitude. He was the main reason behind his former team Philadelphia's poor showing last year, and has already caused disruptions in Cowboys training camp and been fined $10 000 by the team. Expect a strong start by Dallas, but QB Bledsoe has always been mistake prone, and by mid-season T.O. will probably be fed up with him or somebody else and quit on the team. 7-9
New York: An excellent performance by Eli Manning last year, his first as teh Giants' starting QB, spurred them on to a division title, but they quickly came apart in the playoffs in an embarassing shut-out loss at home to Carolina. The opportunity might be now for the Giants however, as RB Tiki Barber had an MVP-type campaign last year, but is over 30 years old, meaning he could lose a step very quickly. The pass and catch combo of Manning to Plaxico Burress was one of the NFL's best last year, while Amonte Toomer and Jeremy Shockey provide depth. The defensive secondary was a weakness last year, but New York hopes they've improved it by bringing is veterans R.W. McQuarters and Sam Madison. The defenseive end combo of Michael Strahan and Osi Umenyiora should be feared by all opposing offenses. 10-6
Philadelphia: Now that the mess of Terrell Owens and last season is behind them, a healthy Donovan McNabb should be able to lead the Eagles back into the playoff hunt. The Eagles recently acquired Donte Stallworth to improve the receiving corps, but fellow WR Todd Pinkston has been released after requesting a trade. That leaves the Eagles thin at receiver, while RB Bryan Westbrook is only average. On defense the Eagles are good, with a great secondary and DE Javon Kearse. That should provide a counter-balance for a sub-par offense and give the Eagles a chance at the post season. 8-8
Washington: The Redskins made it back to the post-season last year, and should be competitive again this season. The defense was top-10 in the league and should be solid again this year. Shawn Springs and Adam Archuleta will anchor the secondary. The offense could be more of a concern however. QB Mark Brunell had a career-high 23 TD passes last year, with his go-to receiver Santana Moss having a career year of his own. But at 35 and with a history of injuries a repeat performance from Brunell might not be in the cards. RB Clinton Portis is one of the NFL's best and a repeat 1500 yard season is certainly attainable, but the question is whether or not it will be enough to carry the offense. 8-8
Dallas: After acquring WR Terrell Owens, hopes are high for the Cowboys. The team that went 9-7 last year remains largely intact. The defense should remain decent and take some heat off of Drew Bledsoe and the rest of the offense. RBs Julius Jones and Marion Barber provide a good ground attack. But naturally the focus is going to be on Owens. He's arguably the league's best receiver, put is with his third team in four years thanks to his poor attitude. He was the main reason behind his former team Philadelphia's poor showing last year, and has already caused disruptions in Cowboys training camp and been fined $10 000 by the team. Expect a strong start by Dallas, but QB Bledsoe has always been mistake prone, and by mid-season T.O. will probably be fed up with him or somebody else and quit on the team. 7-9
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