NFL PLayoff picture...

GuRu · Posted: Mon Nov 20, 2006 1:58 pm Post subject: NFL PLayoff picture...

NFC
#1 Bears (9-1) 1st NFCN
#2 Giants (6-3) 1st NFCE
#3 Seahawks (6-4) 1st NFCW, 5-3 Conf.
#4 Panthers (6-4) 1st NFCS, 4-3 Conf.
#5 Saints (6-4) 2nd NFCS, 5-1 Conf
#6 Cowboys (6-4) 2nd NFCE, 3-3 Conf

outside looking in:
Eagles (5-5), Falcons (5-5), 49ers (5-5)

AFC
#1 Colts (9-1) 1st AFCS
#2 Ravens (8-2) 1st AFCN, tiebreaker vs Chargers
#3 Chargers (8-2) 1st AFCW
#4 Patriots (7-3) 1st AFCE
#5 Broncos (7-3) 2nd AFCW
#6 Chiefs (6-4)

outside looking in:
Jaguars (5-4) * will bump Chiefs out with win v NYG tonight*, Jets (5-5), Bengals (5-5)
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JSM · Posted: Mon Nov 20, 2006 4:06 pm Post subject:

Eagles don't count, McNabb's gone.

Falcons should be making a push, Abraham comes back on Sunday man9

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Hey guys you forgot the Cowboys just beat the Colts. I know that doesn't mean much now, but I think that was there starting point for finishing the rest of the season strong.
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trodgers · Posted: Mon Nov 20, 2006 5:03 pm Post subject:

Cowboys! Because my Raiders suck.
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GuRu · Posted: Mon Nov 20, 2006 5:07 pm Post subject:

Lakerskobebryant24 · Joined: 04 Nov 2006 Posts: 671

Ya, everyone knows it takes work to beat the Colts. It's a big 1 win though.
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GuRu · Posted: Wed Nov 22, 2006 7:11 am Post subject:

Do the Bears have the NFC locked up? I say Yes.

Here is why. With the Giants loss to the Jaguars, they are 6-4. The Bears have at least a three game lead on every team in the NFC with 6 games to play. They also hold the head-to-head tiebreaker versus Seahawks and the Giants - so they essentially have a four game lead against those two teams. Dallas, Carolina, and New Orleans are the other three NFC teams that post a 6-4 record. Dallas and Carolina have already lost 3 games versus NFC opponents. The Saints have lost only 1 game versus and NFC opponent but have a rough schedule left with games at Atlanta, Dallas, and the Giants. The Saints also have home games against the hot San Francisco 49ers and the Carolina Panthers.

Now, even if the Bears lose to New England, they will still have at least a 2 game lead over the five teams currently tied for second in the NFC. Since the Bears two loses will have been to AFC opponents, they could lose 2 NFC games and retain the tiebreaker against the Giants (head-to-head), Cowboys (conference record), Seahawks (head-to-head), and Panthers (conference record). So, even with a loss to New England, the Bears essentially would only need to finish the season 3-2 against the Vikings, Bucs, and Packers at home and the Rams and Lions on the road.
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trodgers · Posted: Wed Nov 22, 2006 7:20 am Post subject:

Yes. Chicago's schedule is quite friendly, and they are thre games up on everyone, so it's not going to happen. Chicago clinches homefield throughout the playoffs, which becomes a big deal when it's cold and people have to travel to Soldier Field.
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trodgers · Posted: Wed Nov 22, 2006 9:33 am Post subject:

^ For reals. The Cowboys are definitely a team that could beat anyone...or lose to anyone.
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Lakerskobebryant24 · Joined: 04 Nov 2006 Posts: 671

The Cowboys have a better chance next year.

The only thing the Cowboys need to do to get better is:

1. Start Romo every game (get rid of Bledsoe)
2. Get less penalty's
3. Throw the ball to To more often

I know the last one sounds weird. When they get TO the ball it is just to hard for anyone to stop him because he is so strong and talented. TO can pick up a 1st down on most plays when they get him a ball, or if they are close to the end zone he can always get 7 for you.
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DMK · Posted: Wed Nov 22, 2006 11:35 am Post subject:

One Question i have....

Will Billick's Goal come true? man3

The Ravens are taking one game at a time, and its worked thus far... but they arent playing to just make the playoffs, they are playing for the Super Bowl and thus, have their eye on 1st place and Home Field Advantage throughout the playoffs.

Owning the tiebreaker over the Chargers, and only 1 loss behind the Colts... and a seemingly light schedule for the remaining 6 games, i think there is a chance.
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Lakerskobebryant24 · Joined: 04 Nov 2006 Posts: 671

I would think they will obviously get the the playoffs since they are one of they best teams in their conference at 8-2. The Super Bowl is gonna be hard because we know the they will face Chicago in Super Bowl, if they can even get to the Super Bowl.

I just don't see them as one of my picks for being in the super bowl. In their conference Denver/San Diego/NE are my picks that could make it to the Super Bowl.
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DMK · Posted: Wed Nov 22, 2006 2:49 pm Post subject:

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Dallas is the best team in the NFC right now. Romo is developing every game with the second best QB rating in the league. Who's gonna stop the Cowboys?
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GuRu · Posted: Wed Nov 22, 2006 4:09 pm Post subject:

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um..the Bears? just a week ago the Cowboys were on the brink of "disaster" now they're the favorite to win the NFC? pshhh... man10

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DMK · Posted: Wed Nov 22, 2006 5:10 pm Post subject:

GuRu · Posted: Wed Nov 22, 2006 5:16 pm Post subject:

I like how you guys think man1

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John3:16 · Posted: Thu Nov 23, 2006 8:55 am Post subject:

Sweet seeing the Niners make the list. Who woulda thought that 3 weeks ago?
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GuRu · Posted: Fri Nov 24, 2006 1:10 pm Post subject:

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GuRu · Posted: Fri Nov 24, 2006 8:08 pm Post subject:

Thats cool MC, I have no problem giving your team props, and Ive done so frequently over the past few good weeks for them. But I also am always trying to play realist and keep it in perspective, the same way as I try to do for my own teams.

There is no denying that the Cowboys season outlook was rocky at best a few weeks ago. And in keeping this perspective I was talking about, its impossible to forget about that and just look at the positive. Thats just the way I approach things.

As a Bears fan, yes, Im ecstatic that we have a great record, a very favorable position, and are almost assured home field throughout now. Im also happy that the offense is leap years ahead of what we had going last year. But Im still weary of Rex at times. I am weary of their performance in the playoffs based on recent history. And yes, even though I think its way overstated, I do wish the Bears had a few more challenges along the way. I think the Bears are the best in the NFC, absolutely, but I also think the gap isnt as big as the record shows are as some might think who arent following the NFC too closely. What if the D has an off day? What if a great coach really is successful in exposing the Cover II, because it can be beat with a little luck and great execution? What if Rex goes into self-destruct mode (Arizona style) in the playoffs? What if the running game reverts back to what it looked like in Weeks 1 and 2?

Now, as a Cowboys fan I think you should be reasonable as well. What about when the Romo honeymoon is over (ie Ben Rothliesberger)? What impact will a virtually ZERO experience QB have over the long run or in the post-season? What about the ticking timebomb TO? What if what they say is true about Parcells and he doesnt have it anymore? What if those costly mistakes start rearing their ugly heads again?

Now my point isnt just to worry about everything little thing, but I think its important to think about weaknesses as well.
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trodgers · Posted: Fri Nov 24, 2006 8:18 pm Post subject:

Rothlisberger is at best an average QB. It's obviously early, but I'd almost stake any reputation I might have as knowing anything at all about sports and say that Romo is better than Big Ben. This is not a claim that Romo is one of the best in the league; it's just time for people to realize that Ben Rothlisberger is not good.

Here's what Cowboys fans should think about: this team hasn't made the playoffs two years in a row with almost the same damn team. The only difference is the relationship between the QB and the #1 WR. Owens is very good, and Romo seems to have a rapport with him. Is that enough to make the team a powerhouse? Yes. Is it enough to win the Super Bowl? I don't know. I don't think so.
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