NFL Offseason Thread

Originally Posted by Wojo

I think its amazing how all these veteran players are leaving New England. Seems like that playoff loss really broke their back. So much for their dynasty.

As long as they have Tom Brady, they're still legit in the AFC. Now, Miami has made some pretty decent moves. As for NE, i'd never count them out. they still have a decent running game. they may not be a good as years past, but until someone knocks them off, the Pats are still kings of the AFC east.

Originally Posted by Ryuu

Well, Mike Vanderjagt is with the Cowboys, and Keyshawn Johnson is with the Panthers.

i'm a huge cowboys fan and it's about damn time they get a decent kicker!! damn Cortez cost us too many games last year. (i.e. Seattle game)
I liked Keyshawn, but as soon as they cut him, everyone knew what was going to happen next. as long as TO scpres touchdowns and beats the SHIT of the 'skins, then i'm happy. just with these 2 moves, Dallas has become one of the favorites in the NFC.

Jam it back in, in the dark.

that game sounds like a pretty big gamble. i love the NFL, but i don't play much Madden. NFL HC doesn't seem like any fun. like the guy said, you HAVE to be a football fan. i guess for some die-hard strategy fans, this is a gem, but it's not for me.

There's nowhere I can't reach.

i defintiely agree. it's much more of a mental game, than a "button-mashing" game. it's funny, cause my friends love Madden and i've seen the level of detail that's involved in the offseason trades/draft. i never thought there'd be a game solely based on the coaching position!

This thing is sticky, and I don't like it. I don't appreciate it.

the full NFL schedule comes out at 2pm today. anyone else psyched?? Dallas has had a tough schedule the last few years. it'd be nice if the NFL was lenient to them this year.
But i do know it'll be a steel cage match when they play f-n Philly on CHRISTMAS DAY!!! T.O returns to the disaster he caused last year. if the Philly fans boo Santa, they'll MURDER T.O.

Edit: Dallas plays in Philly week 5 (Oct. 8). I guess the city didn't want Dallas in town on Christmas! for them it'd be the equivilent of the grinch coming.

I am a dolphin, do you want me on your body?

Originally Posted by Rollins

At least we got Philly in on the Dallas hatred now.

Shoot man, i dislike Philly, but i LOATHE the 'skins. there is no other team in the NFL who i wish more ill-will upon than Washington.

Originally Posted by BucPride

And how the fuck do the Packers and Raiders each get 4 primetime games?

I think the reason why is those teams are interesting. they're not too good, but they COULD have good storylines by the time they play. For instance, will Favre still be around? who'll QB the raiders? will Moss have a good year?
I haven't looked in detail at the schedule, but if the packers and raiders have Sunday night games on NBC, w/the new flexible scheduling, they might NOT be on primetime.

I was speaking idiomatically.

It's not Snyder. Jerry Jones is a big spender too. Because i'm a life-long Cowboys fan, it my DUTY to hate the 'skins. think of it as Duke-UNC or FLA-UGA. Plus, where I live, the 'skins always get the benefit of being on the tv for the games. I wish the local Fox station would show more Cowboys games.

What kind of toxic man-thing is happening now?

Favre's becoming a selfish asshole. make up your g-d mind already!!!

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favre HAS done a lot for Green Bay, but his recent actions tell me he's holding the Packers hostage. I would hate it if Aikman did the same to the Cowboys!
I'm not sure Rodgers will be ready by season's start anyway. From what i remember, Favre did absolutely nothing to help groome Rodgers for the NFL. they might as well be putting in a rookie if Rodgers starts for them.

What, you don't want my bikini-clad body?

That Moulds news is new to me. i thought he couldn't get along w/the management up there? He's a quality receiver, but to go back to Buffalo doesn't make sense to me.

Jam it back in, in the dark.

T.O didn't show up for the voluntary practice held this past week. Although it was his decision, T.O. MIGHT be making a big mistake by not attending. From what i've read and heard, Parcells expects his players to show up for these camps.
IMO, Owens should have made it to the practice. why? cause it shows your new teammates that you're serious this time. he got a nice chunk of change, he should get acquainted w/at least the Offense. I pray this isn't a sign of things to come in the fall.
Jerry Jones vs T.O. vs Coach Parcells... Round 1.... Begin!!!
*Closes eyes not to watch*

There's nowhere I can't reach.

Kiper was tough on his grades this year. No one got an "A". Dallas got a B-, which was generous. Carpenter's a good player, but to not take Manny Lawson didn't make sense to me. And in Round 2: a tight end?? wtf? First off, Fasano stinks. Pope is a much better end than Fasano. Secondly, why did they draft a TE? Witten's good enough. they could have gotten Youboty w/that pick.
however, i can't get too pissed about their draft b/c the last 3 years have been stellar drafts by the Cowboys.

This thing is sticky, and I don't like it. I don't appreciate it.

Originally Posted by DragoonKain

Eagles had a great draft, that I loved for once. Bunkley, Justice, Gocong, Jean-Gilles, Avant, Bloom are great additions.

Unfortunately, you may be correct. Max Jean-Gilles is an absolute beast at guard. i saw him play numerous times at UGA. he needs to work on his footword, but he's strong as an ox.

I am a dolphin, do you want me on your body?

just talking about the new season is getting me psyched! september can't come soon enough!

Prediction: Dallas wins it all. (Wishful Thinking)

AFC East: NE (Still the team to beat)
AFC North: If Big Ben is healthy, Pittsburgh. if not, Cincy???
AFC South: Indy (Can Peyton do it THIS time????)
AFC West: Tough. i'll say KC. their defense MUST step up.
Wild Cards: Denver, Miami???

NFC East: Dallas (Adding T.O. puts them ahead of the pack)
NFC North: Chicago (Steve Smith scorched them last year)
NFC South: Carolina (Sorry BucPride)
NFC West: Seattle (still overrated!) :-)
Wild Cards: Atlanta, Arizona???

I was speaking idiomatically.

Another problem is the fact that Law's coming off a nasty injury. how will he recover? since he's up in age, will he be 100% by season's start? hmm....
an upgrade, yes. anything to help the porous defense of the Chiefs is a must for the team.

What kind of toxic man-thing is happening now?