After watching Seattle dismantle The Saints last night, they appear to be the most likely Super Bowl contender from the NFC. Carolina has been getting pretty hot, although of all the QBs that are closing in on NFC playoff spots, I'm least convinced by Cam Newton. Not only that, but their receiving core is underwhelming and nowhere near as explosive as a few of the others. If Washington had a better line, and a stronger defense, they would be Carolina, but with better recievers and a smaller QB.
That being said, I'll throw in my 2 cents on the NFC East. Dallas *reluctant sigh*, I want to think they're capable, but their O line is abismal, but it's nothing compared to their secondary. When Sean Lee and Demarcus Ware are healthy, they're as good against the run as anybody. But, there's not a member of the Dallas secondary that's worth a wet fart when a play extends 10 yds the line of scrimmage. Their secondary is a joke. They're among the bottom of the league in almost every defensive category. In order for Dallas to stay in a game, Romo has to outplay every opposing QB. He's got weapons-Witten, Bryant, and Murray are all viable offensive threats, but they're extremely inconsistent. Nick Foles, however, is on FIRE. 19/0 TD-INT Ratio! What?!! Lesean McCoy and Desean Jackson are as explosive as they come, but as Philly hasn't been able to convincingly put games to bed once they've secured comfortable leads. Their Defense, like Dallas, gives up some big plays at some pretty bad times. Dallas is undefeated in the division so far, and they've got one game left to play against Philly. While I can't count The Giants out, their schedule is much tougher than Philly or Dallas, and it seems like it's going to be determined by whatever versions of those two teams show up to play. I'd like to say Dallas, but history points to that being unreliable.
If Dallas miraculously starts firing on all cylinders, they can hang some points on the board. The same can be said for Philly. However, neither team shows the potential for going very deep even once they've secured a spot.
Green Bay could pose a threat to whichever team they face if Rodgers gets healthy, Cutler could give the Bears a boost if he can keep his uterus injuries under control. But as of now, Detroit seems to have the most upside.
It's gonna be fun to watch, I'm still chewing over the AFC, I'll let you know where I'm at there later! Peace!
That being said, I'll throw in my 2 cents on the NFC East. Dallas *reluctant sigh*, I want to think they're capable, but their O line is abismal, but it's nothing compared to their secondary. When Sean Lee and Demarcus Ware are healthy, they're as good against the run as anybody. But, there's not a member of the Dallas secondary that's worth a wet fart when a play extends 10 yds the line of scrimmage. Their secondary is a joke. They're among the bottom of the league in almost every defensive category. In order for Dallas to stay in a game, Romo has to outplay every opposing QB. He's got weapons-Witten, Bryant, and Murray are all viable offensive threats, but they're extremely inconsistent. Nick Foles, however, is on FIRE. 19/0 TD-INT Ratio! What?!! Lesean McCoy and Desean Jackson are as explosive as they come, but as Philly hasn't been able to convincingly put games to bed once they've secured comfortable leads. Their Defense, like Dallas, gives up some big plays at some pretty bad times. Dallas is undefeated in the division so far, and they've got one game left to play against Philly. While I can't count The Giants out, their schedule is much tougher than Philly or Dallas, and it seems like it's going to be determined by whatever versions of those two teams show up to play. I'd like to say Dallas, but history points to that being unreliable.
If Dallas miraculously starts firing on all cylinders, they can hang some points on the board. The same can be said for Philly. However, neither team shows the potential for going very deep even once they've secured a spot.
Green Bay could pose a threat to whichever team they face if Rodgers gets healthy, Cutler could give the Bears a boost if he can keep his uterus injuries under control. But as of now, Detroit seems to have the most upside.
It's gonna be fun to watch, I'm still chewing over the AFC, I'll let you know where I'm at there later! Peace!
