2007 NFL Season - Page 3 - Talksox

See Red · 09-16-2007, 10:31 PM

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And, how bad is that Cincy D? Baltimore shit all over themselves last week giving them 6 turnovers, but now they have allowed 27 1st half points to Cleveland.

51 points allowed to Cleveland and Derek freakin' Anderson!

On another note... my Broncos have had an exciting year so far. 2-0 at least. It's been awhile since we've been 2-0.

49ers are also 2-0. So are the... Texans. All the teams seem to be either 2-0 or 0-2 so far. Interesting start to the season. Lions are 2-0... maybe Kitna was on to something...

**schillingouttheks** · 09-16-2007, 10:42 PM

The Broncos were lucky today, lol. Janikowski couldn't believe it. Exciting ending. The Broncos don't look overly impressive though. They almost lost to Oakland today, and had a late rally last weekend to beat Buffalo by one. How concerned are you?

See Red · 09-16-2007, 11:48 PM

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The Broncos were lucky today, lol. Janikowski couldn't believe it. Exciting ending. The Broncos don't look overly impressive though. They almost lost to Oakland today, and had a late rally last weekend to beat Buffalo by one. How concerned are you?

Not very. The defense looks extremely good, Travis Henry has looked real good and hasn't busted lose yet, and the offense is completely capable of moving the football. The problem has been Cutler. He can make all the throws, but he makes mistakes. But he looks like he's getting better, though. The team just doesn't look like they've gelled yet. I think this year they'll squeak into the playoffs and next year they'll be a legitimate contender.

I look at the numbers for their games so far and I don't see how it's come down to late FG's the way it has. I really don't. So it goes. If Cutler can limit the mistakes he'll be fine... they've played two pretty good defenses so I'm not too concerned. But Champ and Bly both had picks today. Teams can't avoid Champ Bailey anymore because they have an aggressive CB in Bly on the other side.

**schillingouttheks** · 09-17-2007, 12:01 AM

Bly and Bailey in the same secondary makes me want to shit my pants.

See Red · 09-17-2007, 12:10 AM

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Bly and Bailey in the same secondary makes me want to shit my pants.

Especially with a halfway decent Defensive Coordinator.

edit: by the way, Shanahan's timing on the timeout was brilliant. The whistle blew about a millisecond before the Raiders snapped the ball.

mtbykr · 09-17-2007, 12:44 AM

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Especially with a halfway decent Defensive Coordinator.

edit: by the way, Shanahan's timing on the timeout was brilliant. The whistle blew about a millisecond before the Raiders snapped the ball.

I agree. One thing that was interesting though is Jan hit the tip top of the upright on the 2nd attempt...and it was 52yards if i remember correctly. Quite the leg that guy's got!

See Red · 09-17-2007, 12:51 AM

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I agree. One thing that was interesting though is Jan hit the tip top of the upright on the 2nd attempt...and it was 52yards if i remember correctly. Quite the leg that guy's got!

Yeah, it definetely hit the top. They said (numerous times, so I'm sure you caught it) that he his a 65 yarder before the game that woulda been good from 70. You have to take the altitude into account but still... hell of a leg.

lasorda's speed dial · 09-17-2007, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by See Red

Yeah, it definetely hit the top. They said (numerous times, so I'm sure you caught it) that he his a 65 yarder before the game that woulda been good from 70. You have to take the altitude into account but still... hell of a leg.

What good is it if the guy can't make it through the uprights?

ARod2212 · 09-17-2007, 02:08 PM

I loved the 4th quarter by Clemens yesterday. They finally let him sling the ball, the receivers just couldn't hang onto it. A win in Baltimore would have been huge, but I think they'll be able to recover next week against Miami.

See Red · 09-17-2007, 02:29 PM

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What good is it if the guy can't make it through the uprights?

You won't see me disagree with that one. I was just saying it's amazing how far the guy can kick the ball. Though his numbers this year are a bit unfair... three of those FG's came off of the infield dirt. Despite the leg strength, he's sucked from long distances his whole career.

lasorda's speed dial · 09-17-2007, 05:15 PM

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You won't see me disagree with that one. I was just saying it's amazing how far the guy can kick the ball. Though his numbers this year are a bit unfair... three of those FG's came off of the infield dirt. Despite the leg strength, he's sucked from long distances his whole career.

He can boot 'em.

One Red Seat · 09-18-2007, 12:07 AM

My Skins start 2-0. I love the secondary with Rogers, Springs, Taylor, and Landry. The corners can cover, and both safeties can cover and lay a hat on you. I'd like to see more of a pass rush from the D-line, and better gap coverage from the LBs, but a good secondary is a good place to start. It allows Williams to be aggressive with his scheme.

Taylor is showing some progression behind center. I like his mobility and the fact that he isn't run-first with it. Less like Vick and Young, more like McNabb. The Portis and Betts RBBC is a good one.

They won't be a serious contender this year, but they can play.

See Red · 09-18-2007, 12:29 AM

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My Skins start 2-0. I love the secondary with Rogers, Springs, Taylor, and Landry. The corners can cover, and both safeties can cover and lay a hat on you. I'd like to see more of a pass rush from the D-line, and better gap coverage from the LBs, but a good secondary is a good place to start. It allows Williams to be aggressive with his scheme.

Taylor is showing some progression behind center. I like his mobility and the fact that he isn't run-first with it. Less like Vick and Young, more like McNabb. The Portis and Betts RBBC is a good one.

They won't be a serious contender this year, but they can play.

Campbell, you mean?

I was actually thinking the same thing while I was watching the game. It's a good secondary -- even back in college I loved watching Sean Taylor play. If they can manage to get more pressure on the QB without completely selling out then the defense will be very good. And I like what they're doing on offense considering the talent they've got, Betts, Portis, Campbell, and a big play threat in Santana. Pound the football and it'll eventually open something up down field for Santana Moss.

One Red Seat · 09-18-2007, 12:40 AM

Yeah, Campbell. Don't know why I had Taylor on the brain.

They are missing one key component at skill positions for the typical Gibbs offense, and that's a big possesion receiver like Art Monk. Moss and Randle El are good at stretching the field, but neither is a big target.

See Red · 09-18-2007, 12:57 AM

I know he doesn't fit what you were saying they need but I was really hoping Brandon Lloyd would break out for you guys. I thought he was a superstar waiting to break out when he was with the 49ers, who are my second favorite team, but it just hasn't happened and it doesn't look like it's going to. He sure can make spectacular grabs, though...

That catch still makes my jaw drop.