Wave88
Pretty much a regular
Hey all,
I have been following the forum for a while and really enjoy the insight. I plan to post my plays this year along with some thoughts.
Teams on the rise:
Houston Texans - I expect to see something closer to the 12-4 texans from 2012 (whom I thought were overrated) than the 2-14 texans from last year. The texans -20 turnover differential coupled with out-gaining opponents by 15 ypg in 2013 indicate that some bad luck could have been in play and the team will return to better form. Love the addition of Clowney (the DLine could be scary good). Don't get me wrong, the team has some major issues on offense, but I think ditching schaub was the right move and the D should be able to carry them to some wins.
Cleveland Browns - terrible reputation but I think they will really surprise. Love the defense and if Flash somehow gets off his suspension the offense could be very respectable. Expect a much improved running game led by rookie Terrance West and a very solid line. This team had 5 all-pros last year (think chiefs in 2012), and out-gained opponents by 8ypg last year despite their 4-12 record. If you can get past the fact that they are the browns, you'll see quite a bit of upside and factors trending in the right direction. I worry about the WR position with Hawkins as the only bright spot in Gordon's absence.
Rams - The addition of Aaron Donald and Greg Robinson should have a major impact on both sides of the LOS. The rams D could be a force this year, it's too bad they play in such a tough division. This is a do or die year for Bradfraud, so if he can play solid football this team could take the next step. Thanks to the RG3 trade they've been able to load up on young talent on both sides of the ball.
Teams on the Decline:
Cowboys - the defense could be an absolute joke this season, especially with the loss of Lee. Romo is coming off back surgery, and most of all, they are the Cowboys. Could get ugly in "Big D" in 2014.
more to come...
I have been following the forum for a while and really enjoy the insight. I plan to post my plays this year along with some thoughts.
Teams on the rise:
Houston Texans - I expect to see something closer to the 12-4 texans from 2012 (whom I thought were overrated) than the 2-14 texans from last year. The texans -20 turnover differential coupled with out-gaining opponents by 15 ypg in 2013 indicate that some bad luck could have been in play and the team will return to better form. Love the addition of Clowney (the DLine could be scary good). Don't get me wrong, the team has some major issues on offense, but I think ditching schaub was the right move and the D should be able to carry them to some wins.
Cleveland Browns - terrible reputation but I think they will really surprise. Love the defense and if Flash somehow gets off his suspension the offense could be very respectable. Expect a much improved running game led by rookie Terrance West and a very solid line. This team had 5 all-pros last year (think chiefs in 2012), and out-gained opponents by 8ypg last year despite their 4-12 record. If you can get past the fact that they are the browns, you'll see quite a bit of upside and factors trending in the right direction. I worry about the WR position with Hawkins as the only bright spot in Gordon's absence.
Rams - The addition of Aaron Donald and Greg Robinson should have a major impact on both sides of the LOS. The rams D could be a force this year, it's too bad they play in such a tough division. This is a do or die year for Bradfraud, so if he can play solid football this team could take the next step. Thanks to the RG3 trade they've been able to load up on young talent on both sides of the ball.
Teams on the Decline:
Cowboys - the defense could be an absolute joke this season, especially with the loss of Lee. Romo is coming off back surgery, and most of all, they are the Cowboys. Could get ugly in "Big D" in 2014.
more to come...
