Dr. Jamez
This is going to be the toughest part of our preseason rankings and predictions and is most likely to have to be redone based on free agency. Alas we’re trying to stay current and keep Churning out things as best we can so for now enjoy our predictions for preseason division winners.
AFC East
New York Jets- Maybe I’m pulling “Texans” but this team has all the talent you would expect from a Ravens team. Sanchez is the worst quarterback in the league but they’ve spilt with the Pats and then outperformed them in the playoffs two years in a row now. I think the crown is the Jets as long as they take care of the free agency issues they have.
AFC North
Baltimore Ravens- This team is like the Falcons of the AFC all the talent in the world but still can’t seem to do it. With the Steelers seemingly imploding in the offseason along with the trend of missing the playoffs the year after a Superbowl appearance I think this is the Ravens year…..sure as hell isn’t the Bengals.
AFC West
Oakland Raiders- ...Heads
AFC South
Indianapolis Colts- They’re going to win the Superbowl too.
NFC East
New York Giants- probably the hardest to pick of all, The Redskins seem to be the only unlikely candidate to win the division but I never count out the nerve damaging ‘Skins. I can see all the teams in this division winning it but when in doubt I always count on a Manning.
NFC North
Green Bay Packers- How do you beat’em? I can say all the trite things most analysts say about them being the champs but there’s no need they’re virtually the same team I picked to go to the Superbowl last year.
NFC West
St. Louis Rams- The Rams seem like the team to beat in the west unless Arizona picks up Kolb and he plays very well for a first year in a new system. This one may be a horse race though.
NFC South
Atlanta Falcons- You don’t know how many times I wrote Tampa Bay Bucs and erased it and the same with the Falcons. I went with the Falcons based on the fact that we know what will be there unlike with Tampa. If Talib is suspended that defense will allow 35+ a game most likely. If the Bucs make some big moves like signing Asomugha and resigning some key free agents this Bucs team could contend for the conference but they also have the potential to not address any of them and win 3 games again. The offense looks solid but is still young and had a very easy road last year. So yes, my whole explanation for why the Falcons will win the south is the Bucs wild uncertainty that and the fact that the Saint defense should be pretty bad next year. Suck it, Porter.
Monday, July 18, 2011
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Preseason Quarterback Power Rankings- Joe Maass edition
Joe Maass
1. Tom Brady- Based on last years numbers he is sitting at the top right now.
2. Aaron Rogers- Has been fantastic and more than anyone thought he would be.
3. Peyton Manning- Word is that he isn’t the player he was….people are dumb.
4. Drew Brees- Just overall fantastic, but he turned the ball over too much last year.
5. Philip Rivers- Has he done enough to be in the top five? I think so.
6. Matt Schaub- Seems always to just fall short.
7. Eli Manning- I don’t know what to say, I feel like he should be better.
8. Josh Freeman- A near record improvement from his rookie season.
9. Michael Vick- Electric playmaker.
10. Tony Romo- I just really don’t like him.
11. Jay Cutler- This will be his breakout year.
12. Ben Roethlisberger- Old smelly.
13. Matt Cassel- Kansas City seems to have a franchise quarterback.
14. Matt Ryan- Needs to take the next step..has amazing talent around him.
15. Joe Flacco- Something about a next step here too….
16. Sam Bradford- The real deal.
17. Kevin Kolb- Should be starting somewhere..
18. Colt McCoy- Showed promise but he is no Tim Tebow ;)
19. Jason Campbell- Pisses me off, he throws four Interceptions and wins a game… fuck you, Campbell.
20. Matt Stafford- Even only playing 1/4 a game he still is better than Mark Sanchez.
21. Mark Sanchez- Josh Freeman..
22. Chad Henne- Sometimes I think he is good.
23. Ryan Fitzpatrick- I don’t think he is a long term solution.
24. David Garrard- He is a probowler…really
25. Tim Tebow- Probably will start?
26. Alex Smith- I just don’t know about him.
27. Donovan McNabb- Fell apart and I guess doesn’t have the endurance to handle the two minute offense?
28. Matt Hasselbeck- Poor Matt…
29. Christian Ponder- I’m pretty much stacking the rookie passers down here.
30. Cam Newton- At least he has Steve Smith..wait…
31. Jake Locker- huh?
32. Andy Dalton- I don’t even know who he is…
1. Tom Brady- Based on last years numbers he is sitting at the top right now.
2. Aaron Rogers- Has been fantastic and more than anyone thought he would be.
3. Peyton Manning- Word is that he isn’t the player he was….people are dumb.
4. Drew Brees- Just overall fantastic, but he turned the ball over too much last year.
5. Philip Rivers- Has he done enough to be in the top five? I think so.
6. Matt Schaub- Seems always to just fall short.
7. Eli Manning- I don’t know what to say, I feel like he should be better.
8. Josh Freeman- A near record improvement from his rookie season.
9. Michael Vick- Electric playmaker.
10. Tony Romo- I just really don’t like him.
11. Jay Cutler- This will be his breakout year.
12. Ben Roethlisberger- Old smelly.
13. Matt Cassel- Kansas City seems to have a franchise quarterback.
14. Matt Ryan- Needs to take the next step..has amazing talent around him.
15. Joe Flacco- Something about a next step here too….
16. Sam Bradford- The real deal.
17. Kevin Kolb- Should be starting somewhere..
18. Colt McCoy- Showed promise but he is no Tim Tebow ;)
19. Jason Campbell- Pisses me off, he throws four Interceptions and wins a game… fuck you, Campbell.
20. Matt Stafford- Even only playing 1/4 a game he still is better than Mark Sanchez.
21. Mark Sanchez- Josh Freeman..
22. Chad Henne- Sometimes I think he is good.
23. Ryan Fitzpatrick- I don’t think he is a long term solution.
24. David Garrard- He is a probowler…really
25. Tim Tebow- Probably will start?
26. Alex Smith- I just don’t know about him.
27. Donovan McNabb- Fell apart and I guess doesn’t have the endurance to handle the two minute offense?
28. Matt Hasselbeck- Poor Matt…
29. Christian Ponder- I’m pretty much stacking the rookie passers down here.
30. Cam Newton- At least he has Steve Smith..wait…
31. Jake Locker- huh?
32. Andy Dalton- I don’t even know who he is…
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Preseason Quarterback Power Rankings
Dr. Jamez
AND WE’RE BACK! I’m excited to be doing the second annual preseason quarterback power rankings I did some good and some bad last year I think I learned from my mistakes but of course this year will have no shortage of risky predictions.
1. Peyton Manning- He’s the greatest of all time he’ll have his talent back and he’ll probably get the hat trick (NFL MVP, Superbowl, Superbowl MVP)
2. Aaron Rodgers- Rodgers has been consistently one of the best in the league since he has been the starter in Green Bay. He is what everyone says Philip Rivers is He was hands down the best in the league last season.
3. Drew Bress- as much as I hate the Saints I can’t hate Brees, he’s one of the three quarterbacks I consider elite.
4. Tom Brady- I’m not really impressed with his stat padding numbers he just fumbles a lot. He did say Manning was the best quarterback ever though, so that counts for something.
5. Matt Schaub-quietly one of the strongest quarterbacks in the league year in year out.
6. Eli Manning- I believe in the GodSlayer.
7. Josh Freeman- I was saying he’s the next Steve McNair which I thought was a crazy compliment but now I think he could be better than Steve McNair when it’s all over. I expect his numbers to take a hit next year because of the difficulty of schedule but I think if the Bucs win next season it will be on his back.
8. Tony Romo- hm, 3 of the top 10 all have huge fumbling issues, good thing they’re not running backs.
9. Ben Roethlisberger- He isn’t Peyton Manning, just gets paid like he is.
10. Jay Cutler- I lost a lot of faith in Jay last season you would assume second year in Martz’s system he’ll do better but he still has nothing at WR.
11. Michael Vick- Won’t have the element of surprise he did last season, Kobb as a safety net, and probably won’t finish the season.
12. Matt Ryan – Ryan is another I lost faith in last season he just doesn’t seem to be developing to the superstar his rookie season would have led you to believe he will and he has all the talent in the world. Top 5 Wr, Top 5 Rb, greatest TE ever he should be dominating the league on offense the fact he’s not worries me.
13. Colt McCoy- What can I say about my boy Colt? Heart of a Lion, made Eli proud the way he single handedly won that game vs the Pats
14. Matt Cassel – He finally got a little talent around him and the O.C. left, hopefully that doesn’t mean a step back for Cassel
15. Sam Bradford- Trust me I don’t want to like the kid but he seems to be capeable
16. Joe Flacco- He and Ryan will forever be linked by their rookie seasons they seem to want to stay lateral.
17. Kevin Kolb- he’s going to be winging it around somewhere don’t know where though yet. He’s still not totally proven he can be effective without loads of talent.
18. Ryan Fitzpatrick- sufficient….
19. Jason Campbell- I want to out you higher, Jason, I really do.
20. Tim Tebow- Will Probably be starting?
21. David Garrard- will most likely start the season but when they start losing and fire Del Rio Blaine Gabbert will most likely finish out the season.
22. Christian Ponder- Far and away the best and most pro-ready rookie quarterback this class, will also be starting game 1.
23. Chad Henne – I don’t know what to make of this guy.
24. Matt Hasslebeck- is a broken shell of a man.
25. Donovan McNabb- I’m still as confused as anyone.
26. Alex Smith- I don’t know if he’s starting or if it will be this Colin Kaepernick kid in san fran. but to me it’s a wash
27. Matt Stafford- He’d be top 15 if I thought he had the ability to play 15 snaps this season.
28. Philip Rivers-isn’t any good.
29. Cam Newton- Rookie on a bad team with no camp good luck, kid.
30. Jake Locker – I guess he’s the starting quarterback in Tenn.?
31. Andy Dalton-If you’re wondering he’s the only quarterback willing to play in Cincinnati.
32. Mark Sanchez- sucks
Monday, July 11, 2011
NFL Preseason Power Rankings
I write this intro with a heavy heart because as I’m writing it we are still in the middle of a lock out, we still haven’t had free agency, and the first preseason game is less the 30 days away. JoJo and I are still as committed to sports especially football as ever so we powered through some preseason power rankings for two reasons. One, We know because it will be a mad dash to get some semblance of a camp and preseason together thus its more likely free agents will stay home for at least a one year deal and two, eff it, they’re fun and both of us have been in a haze lost not being able to think about football because of the great pain the fact that there is a lock out causes us. That being said be on the lookout for an amended if not totally redone Preseason Power Rankings as teams being to take shape until then, enjoy.
NFL Preseason Power Rankings
Joe Maass
1. Green Bay - The defending champs.
2. Indianapolis- Healthy, and with an improving Offensive line.
3. Pittsburgh- Potent offense and steady defense.
4. New York Jets- This team could be a serious contender if Mark Sanchez develops.
5. Chicago- Cutler improved in the new system and hopefully he will get some protection.
6. New England- Brady played amazing but the defense has holes.
7. Baltimore- Flacco and the offense needs to take the next step.
8. Atlanta- Defending NFC South champs.
9. New York Giants- Defense should be solid and I’m banking on Eli not turning the ball over as much.
10. Philadelphia- The defense needs help and I’m not sure Vick can sustain the high level of play.
11. New Orleans- Brees should bounce back from a bit of a down year.
12. Tampa Bay- Will rely on rookies again heavily this season.
13. Dallas- Returning Tony Romo should be a boost.
14. San Diego- Return to the top of the AFC West.
15. Kansas City- Will Challenge for the AFC West
16. Detroit- IF Stafford can stay healthy they could be dangerous.
17. Oakland- On the right track.
18. Jacksonville- I feel bad for Jones-Drew.
19. Miami- A lot of drama in the offseason.
20. Houston- Trying to install a new defense when you can’t talk to players?
21. St. Louis- Bradford looks like the real deal.
22. Minnesota- I’m not sure why I have them so low, I just have a feeling.
23. Seattle- Might not have Hasselbeck, but that might not be a bad thing.
24. Cleveland- McCoy looks like he is for real.
25. Buffalo- Must improve on defense.
26. Arizona- Fitz wants a QB.
27. Washington- I don’t see them making much noise with the current QBs.
28. San Francisco- New coach and new system…
29. Denver- Again, New coach and system.
30. Tennessee- They have some major issues to correct most notably who is the QB?
31. Cincinnati- Palmer wants out and the defense took a step back last year.
32. Carolina- Worst team last year and now they have another rookie QB.
Dr Jamez
1. Colts- This team will win the Superbowl this year.
2. Packers- I’m hesitant to say this team is better than Superbowl champion form but the will be healthier than last year.
3. Ravens- Ed Reed will the there at the start of the season hopefully they will fix the play calling issues and Boldin should be more comfortable this year.
4. Jets- I hate the Jets as much as someone outside of Boston can. God, Sanchez sucks.
5. Giants- This year was as much of a tossup as last year between The Giants and Eagles.
6. Falcons- I don’t want to look like a fool so I’m going with the smart money but this division really depends on if Talib plays or not.
7. Steelers- Nothing has changed good enough defense to get a playoff spot.
8. Eagles- This team has oddles of talent but Vick isn’t going to get it done. I expect Vick to not be very good and he and Desean Jackson to not finish the season.
9. Patriots- I don’t know what to say, they aren’t very good and Bellichick is a joke. I only have them this high because of circumstantial evidence.
10. Raiders- They looked good last year didn’t lose a division game. The Chiefs took a few personnel hits. WHY THE HELL IS THE GUY WHO PLAYED WOLVERINE THE COACH OF THE RAIDERS?! Man! Al Davis is nuts.
11. Chiefs- see above
12. Bucs- This team baffles me. Could win the NFC south, could be one of the worst in the league. I hope to god they get Asomugha though, keep that mofo away from Houston.
13. Rams- Apparently I hate the NFC West. This is the only team from the west outside of the bottom 10 and they are thirteen. To put that in context 12 teams make the playoffs and one team from the west has to go.
14. Bears- You know who should have gotten Julio Jones? The Bears. The only way they will be legit contenders is if they get a real WR.
15. Lions- One year away from the best defense in the league. Could make serious noise if Stafford can stay healthy (AHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAHAHAHAAH HA. I SAID IF STAFFORD CAN STAY HEALTHY LIKE ITS POSSIBLE.)
16. Saints- I hate them.
17. Cowboys- Offense should be banging. I just don’t like Jason Garret.
18. Browns- I Love me some Colt McCoy, I hope they do better then I think.
19. Broncos- I still don’t understand how they finished so bad last year.
20. Dolphins- I’m not exactly sure what their problem is.
21. Vikings- Aging defense isn’t good, but best running back in the league and best rookie qb in this class is good. We’ll see how it evens out. Sidney Rice’s value to the team sky rocketed when they drafted Ponder.
22. Seahawks- Will have a place in my heart forever for what they did to the Saints last year but
23. Redskins- I…don’t….know …. What to say. Shanahan …..SO…..crazy.
24. Jaguars- what do they got? a Coach that’s going to get fired in season, a Rookie QB that will get no reps (if there is a) preseason who will take over when Del Rio gets fired and MJD…. Could will be bad.
25. Bengals- Seriously, Even Carson Palmer is done with this team.
26. 49ers- Do they have a QB? I thought Harbaugh was the coach of the Ravens.
27. Cardinals- This one may jump depending on if Fitz stays and Kobb signs. But we’ll save that for v.2
28. Texans- Hopefully the Texans won’t get Asomugha but either way they’ve proven to have a totally incompetent head coach which is clearly why they brought in Wade Phillips. Also to fix that awful defense but converting to a 3-4 is always bad for business first year but this year there will be no camps to even start to work it. This team will be bad.
29. Chargers- Suck
30. Bills- probably better than last year?
31. Titans- ….Ahem… Do they have a coach?! a QB? They are going to be awful.
32. Panthers- Boo!
NFL Preseason Power Rankings
Joe Maass
1. Green Bay - The defending champs.
2. Indianapolis- Healthy, and with an improving Offensive line.
3. Pittsburgh- Potent offense and steady defense.
4. New York Jets- This team could be a serious contender if Mark Sanchez develops.
5. Chicago- Cutler improved in the new system and hopefully he will get some protection.
6. New England- Brady played amazing but the defense has holes.
7. Baltimore- Flacco and the offense needs to take the next step.
8. Atlanta- Defending NFC South champs.
9. New York Giants- Defense should be solid and I’m banking on Eli not turning the ball over as much.
10. Philadelphia- The defense needs help and I’m not sure Vick can sustain the high level of play.
11. New Orleans- Brees should bounce back from a bit of a down year.
12. Tampa Bay- Will rely on rookies again heavily this season.
13. Dallas- Returning Tony Romo should be a boost.
14. San Diego- Return to the top of the AFC West.
15. Kansas City- Will Challenge for the AFC West
16. Detroit- IF Stafford can stay healthy they could be dangerous.
17. Oakland- On the right track.
18. Jacksonville- I feel bad for Jones-Drew.
19. Miami- A lot of drama in the offseason.
20. Houston- Trying to install a new defense when you can’t talk to players?
21. St. Louis- Bradford looks like the real deal.
22. Minnesota- I’m not sure why I have them so low, I just have a feeling.
23. Seattle- Might not have Hasselbeck, but that might not be a bad thing.
24. Cleveland- McCoy looks like he is for real.
25. Buffalo- Must improve on defense.
26. Arizona- Fitz wants a QB.
27. Washington- I don’t see them making much noise with the current QBs.
28. San Francisco- New coach and new system…
29. Denver- Again, New coach and system.
30. Tennessee- They have some major issues to correct most notably who is the QB?
31. Cincinnati- Palmer wants out and the defense took a step back last year.
32. Carolina- Worst team last year and now they have another rookie QB.
Dr Jamez
1. Colts- This team will win the Superbowl this year.
2. Packers- I’m hesitant to say this team is better than Superbowl champion form but the will be healthier than last year.
3. Ravens- Ed Reed will the there at the start of the season hopefully they will fix the play calling issues and Boldin should be more comfortable this year.
4. Jets- I hate the Jets as much as someone outside of Boston can. God, Sanchez sucks.
5. Giants- This year was as much of a tossup as last year between The Giants and Eagles.
6. Falcons- I don’t want to look like a fool so I’m going with the smart money but this division really depends on if Talib plays or not.
7. Steelers- Nothing has changed good enough defense to get a playoff spot.
8. Eagles- This team has oddles of talent but Vick isn’t going to get it done. I expect Vick to not be very good and he and Desean Jackson to not finish the season.
9. Patriots- I don’t know what to say, they aren’t very good and Bellichick is a joke. I only have them this high because of circumstantial evidence.
10. Raiders- They looked good last year didn’t lose a division game. The Chiefs took a few personnel hits. WHY THE HELL IS THE GUY WHO PLAYED WOLVERINE THE COACH OF THE RAIDERS?! Man! Al Davis is nuts.
11. Chiefs- see above
12. Bucs- This team baffles me. Could win the NFC south, could be one of the worst in the league. I hope to god they get Asomugha though, keep that mofo away from Houston.
13. Rams- Apparently I hate the NFC West. This is the only team from the west outside of the bottom 10 and they are thirteen. To put that in context 12 teams make the playoffs and one team from the west has to go.
14. Bears- You know who should have gotten Julio Jones? The Bears. The only way they will be legit contenders is if they get a real WR.
15. Lions- One year away from the best defense in the league. Could make serious noise if Stafford can stay healthy (AHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAHAHAHAAH HA. I SAID IF STAFFORD CAN STAY HEALTHY LIKE ITS POSSIBLE.)
16. Saints- I hate them.
17. Cowboys- Offense should be banging. I just don’t like Jason Garret.
18. Browns- I Love me some Colt McCoy, I hope they do better then I think.
19. Broncos- I still don’t understand how they finished so bad last year.
20. Dolphins- I’m not exactly sure what their problem is.
21. Vikings- Aging defense isn’t good, but best running back in the league and best rookie qb in this class is good. We’ll see how it evens out. Sidney Rice’s value to the team sky rocketed when they drafted Ponder.
22. Seahawks- Will have a place in my heart forever for what they did to the Saints last year but
23. Redskins- I…don’t….know …. What to say. Shanahan …..SO…..crazy.
24. Jaguars- what do they got? a Coach that’s going to get fired in season, a Rookie QB that will get no reps (if there is a) preseason who will take over when Del Rio gets fired and MJD…. Could will be bad.
25. Bengals- Seriously, Even Carson Palmer is done with this team.
26. 49ers- Do they have a QB? I thought Harbaugh was the coach of the Ravens.
27. Cardinals- This one may jump depending on if Fitz stays and Kobb signs. But we’ll save that for v.2
28. Texans- Hopefully the Texans won’t get Asomugha but either way they’ve proven to have a totally incompetent head coach which is clearly why they brought in Wade Phillips. Also to fix that awful defense but converting to a 3-4 is always bad for business first year but this year there will be no camps to even start to work it. This team will be bad.
29. Chargers- Suck
30. Bills- probably better than last year?
31. Titans- ….Ahem… Do they have a coach?! a QB? They are going to be awful.
32. Panthers- Boo!
Thursday, July 7, 2011
I usually don’t lose my temper.
Dr. Jamez
But seriously?! WHY IS THE LOCKOUT STILL GOING?! We should be in full swing of training camp! As I’m writing this we are one month to the day away from the first preseason game, ‘The Hall of Fame’ game. I should doing lists for my sports blog ( www.bluevsredblog.blogspot.com ) about preseason power rankings, who I think is going to win the Superbowl, division picks, rating the teams qbs. Discussing how newly minted free agents will effect their new teams and teams around them. Most of all YELLING ABOUT HOW GREAT THE COLTS ARE AND WILL BE AND HOW MUCH THE CHARGERS SUCK. But I can’t do any of that because of this stupid lockout. In moral I agree with the players on the issues but at this point both sides need to agree on a temporary fix and if this can’t get solved continue these talks next off season. All both sides are doing right now are punishing the fans (and Rich Eisen) AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH I HATE THE LOCKOUT!!!!!!!!!!
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