Now that the NFL is at the half-way point, let’s take a look at the league’s top performers thus far. Offense Quarterback: Tom Brady (New England Patriots) Brady is having a career year, one that rivals that of his 2007 season, ranking first in touchdowns (20), rating (115.8), and yards per game (344), second in... Continue Reading →
When the St. Louis Rams sent shock waves across the NFL by drafting Georgia tailback Todd Gurley with the 10th overall pick in the NFL Draft this past April, just a few months removed from a torn ACL, very few could have foreseen the 21 year old’s early success. “I definitely was excited when they took me at No.... Continue Reading →
AFC East 1. New England Patriots (11-5): Losing Tom Brady for the first four games could see the Patriots start 2-2 but with so many weapons on both sides of the ball, there is no need for Patriots fans to fret. The additions of tight end Scott Chandler, defensive end Jabaal Sheard, and defensive tackle Malcom... Continue Reading →
1. Ohio State: While repeating as National Champions is a grueling and extraordinary task, Ohio State's plethora of playmakers on both sides of the ball makes Ohio State's biggest opponents...themselves; coupled with head coach Urban Meyer, the Buckeyes' chance of repeating is even greater. Their situation at quarterback will undoubtedly be the biggest storyline this offseason,... Continue Reading →
First Round 1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Jameis Winston, QB (Florida State)- Winston is the proverbial choice here at number 1, and there really isn't much debate. He showed out at the NFL Combine (minus his 4.97 second 40 yard dash time) and FSU's Pro Day, addressed his off-field issues, and exudes the exact confidence you wish to... Continue Reading →
(Barring any pre-draft or draft day trades) 1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Marcus Mariota, QB (Oregon)- Whether it be Mariota or Florida State's Jameis Winston, a quarterback will be taken number one overall for the seventh time in the last decade. Systematically, Winston may be the better choice due to his successful operation of Jimbo Fisher's pro style, 10/11/12 personnel offense.... Continue Reading →
Since 1980, 10 teams have won a national title and started the following year as the number one team in the Associated Press poll, only to fail to repeat as champs the following year. Although the number seems small, it realistically should be even smaller. In 1996, the Nebraska Cornhuskers garnered the number one spot following their National... Continue Reading →
At the turn of the century, the NFL witnessed a revolution. A brief, but shining revolution in St. Louis, Missouri known today as the Greatest Show on Turf. Before this revolution, we must begin with mediocrity. From 1990-1999, the St. Louis Rams posted an (unfortunately) unparalleled 45-99 record. Translation? They won 31 percent of their... Continue Reading →
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