With the first Sunday of football about to kickoff, I thought it would be interesting to get folks' views on the upcoming season.
For instance, how will Brett Favre do in NY? Do the Giants have a prayer of repeating? What will be the biggest surprise this season? Who's going to win the Super Bowl?
This week's full schedule appears below the fold. Let's get some analysis and predictions for this Week One:
Sun, Sep 07 DET @ ATL CIN @ BAL SEA @ BUF NYJ @ MIA KC @ NE TB @ NO STL @ PHI HOU @ PIT JAC @ TEN DAL @ CLE CAR @ SD ARI @ SF CHI @ IND Mon, Sep 08 MIN @ GB DEN @ OAK
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NE fan in NJ
September 7, 2008 - 10:58 ET by JohnMNot happy to be in NJ, this re-located New Englander still thinks the Pats will have a superb season. The Giants will not repeat, although they are fired up and may get to the playoffs. The Jets will put Favre in an early grave.
I guess that now depends on
September 7, 2008 - 20:49 ET by Hero SquadI guess that now depends on Matt Cassel.
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"People only insist that a debate stop when they are afraid of what might be learned if it continues." - George Will
I hope Brett Favre gets crunched!
September 7, 2008 - 11:00 ET by jefflebowskiI got so sick of his cry-baby press briefings last year. This guy is a glutton for attention just like Michael Jordan was. I hope he spends most of this season staring up at the sun!
Jeff Lebowski
www.angrywhitedude.c...
jeff
September 7, 2008 - 11:21 ET by MrShyI hope YOU get crunched!
:)
Oh, he'll be looking up at the sky alright... the way he always does, double-barreled shotguns pointed skyward after another 45-yard touchdown. Something you'll need to get used to seeing in his new green and white uni's.
:p
But I agree, he IS a big baby... most great athletes are.
- NY'er shy
Obama... a total fraud. Palin... a total hottie.
MrShy, think GB had a reason to get rid of Favre?
September 7, 2008 - 11:54 ET by jefflebowskiwhy would the Packers move him to second string? Maybe their coaches knew that he didn't have it anymore? But, of course, he'll be all-world to the Jets with the lack of any talent there for years! Haha!!
Jeff Lebowski
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hahahahaa !!! :)
September 7, 2008 - 12:25 ET by MrShyAaaah, Jeff, gotta love it... not 20 mins in and he's already up to his old tricks. More to come, baby...
But I won't gloat. :p
Obama... a total fraud. Palin... a total hottie.
Mr. Shy, go ahead rub it in!
September 7, 2008 - 13:33 ET by jefflebowskiWe all can look forward to his tear-filled press conference after the game! If history has taught us anything, it's a looooonnnng season for Jets QB's. lol
Jeff Lebowski
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Another bad year for KC
September 7, 2008 - 11:21 ET by AgentAmericanThis will be Herm Edwards' last season in KC as well as Carl Peterson's final year of his "5-Year" plan started in 1989. A new season of mediocrity and excuses coming up!
It will be Manning v. Manning in Super Bowl XLIII.
Drill ANWAR
AA
September 7, 2008 - 11:25 ET by MrShyAre you a KC'er? Yeah, Herm was really a so-so coach here for my J-E-T-S, at best, and they hired him like he was some savior. I think his flamboyant persona wears on people pretty fast.
It could very well be a Manning-Manning SB.
Either that or it's the Pretty-Boy Bowl (both with high-profile trophy babes) between 'Boys and Pats.
Obama... a total fraud. Palin... a total hottie.
Go Steelers!
September 7, 2008 - 11:57 ET by Roger the ShrubberHip hip hooray, we got stuck with Randy Cross doing the color commentary. What a Steeler-hatin' douche.
I saw 4 Black Hawks fly over my house 15 minutes ago. I bet they do a flyover of Heinz Field after the National Anthem...
Most of the time we get the
September 7, 2008 - 13:14 ET by ricklailMost of the time we get the Dolphins on CBS. Today we have the Titans-Jags. Pretty good game. Since the Panthers are the 2nd game, we are getting the Aints and the Bucs. Normally we would see the Falcons. Things are screwed up.
As for the Blackhawks, I've never seen a flyover with them. Saw Apaches, Shunucks (?) Cobras and Sea Stallions. This could be some type of conspricacy what with black helicopters. You better call Ron Paul or Alex Jones to find out.
If pro is the opposite of con what is the opposite of progress? Congress!
Giants Again
September 7, 2008 - 12:00 ET by cbinzo68The Giants will take another Super Bowl win!!
Oh Yeah !
September 7, 2008 - 12:04 ET by Free StinkerThat's Right ! :-)
in which version of the
September 7, 2008 - 13:38 ET byin which version of the Sims??
the playoffs would be a surprise
"I will disrespect who ever I feel like because this is a free country" poptart
Well now botg...come on, is
September 7, 2008 - 19:48 ET by bigtimerWell now botg...come on, is a Manning involved here...lol.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
well BT
September 7, 2008 - 23:15 ET bywatch and see, i wasn't even thinking of the manningesses
but the Pats have a tryout with Chris Simms??
"I will disrespect who ever I feel like because this is a free country" poptart
Brett Favre
September 7, 2008 - 12:06 ET by rammingspeedBrett Favre is on the cusp of being physically done. He is a total question mark, and he is on a team now that does not have as good an offense as Green Bay's last year.
Speaking of Favre, his successor with the Packers, Aaron Rodgers, will prove to be a good quarterback. He could quickly build up to being one of the better ones in the league, although probably not this year.
Yes, the Giants could repeat. Eli is a lot better; Plexico is great; their running game is a terror, and their defense is second to none.
And away we go: Det Vs
September 7, 2008 - 12:07 ET by Airforce_5_OAnd away we go:
Det Vs Alt: Rookie QB, Rookie Coach, Bad Defense, Kitna has a hell of a day When he gets into a rhythm- Detroit Walking away
Cin Vs Bal: Coin toss on this one but the Cincy offense is better even if Chad Ochocinco is a distraction.. Cincinnati
Sea vs Buf: If Buffalo can stuff the run and get pressure on Hassleback it could get ugly. Buffalo is very improved but it all depends on the running game for them. I’m picking the Bills
NYJ vs Mia: The Jets went out and spent some change on defense and so did Miami. Favre is an upgrade and gets the Jet vertical down the field but turns the ball over. Chad Pennington is a ball control QB and fits into the Miami system, if he stays health. The Jets by a field goal.
KC vs NE: Your kidding me. Sorry but Tom Brady with a sore foot is still better than KC. Sorry Chiefs fans it is going to be a long season. NE big.
TB vs NO: Can TB run the ball and how long will Garcia stay in the game before he ins on the sideline being asked where he is. NO offense is stout when it clicks and if Duce McAlister is health. Brees against the aging TB defense? I’ll take NO.
Stl vs Phi: Donavan McNabb is health and happy with a Westbrook in the back field. Stl is just a bad bad team. Philly easy
Hus vs Pit: Huston is going to surprise some people this year but not Blitztsburg.
Jac vs Ten: Jacksonville vs Young. Hmmmmm. James-Drew vs Ten Defense, Hmmmmm. James-Drew- Jacksonville Defense will win.
Dal vs Clv: I’m not convinced Cleveland is all that and a bag of chips but to me neither is Dallas. The secondary of Dallas is suspect at best. Pac Man hasn’t played in almost two years. Although a great return man he is weak as a cover man and can be beat, bad. Cleveland has a chance but the offense for Dallas is etter. Dallas
Car vs SD: Sean Merriman is making a BIG mistake. I know he is thinking of his team and the defense is much better with him in the line up but this could be career ending if he gets hurt bad. Carolina made some moves to improve the defense and running game but Steve Smith on the bench is bad. LT will get his yards but Rivers may be hearing the large feet of Julius Peppers coming up behind him. Here is my upset (and Homer) special. Carolina’s new running game pounds the Chargers. Carolina with the win.
Ari vs SF: Got to go with a very improved SF team here.
Chi vs Ind: Payton Manning or Cyle Orton? No brainer. Indy
Mondays game tomorrow.
GO PANTHERS!!!!!!
But what do I know? I am bitter and cling to my religion and guns.
Brady Hurt His Knee
September 7, 2008 - 12:49 ET by AgentAmericanTom Brady hurt his knee, not known how bad...
Drill ANWAR
Bad News for NE
September 7, 2008 - 13:08 ET by Airforce_5_OWell I guess they not going 18-0 this season...Man my Lions pick is loking real BAD.
But what do I know? I am bitter and cling to my religion and guns.
even with Brady
September 7, 2008 - 13:41 ET by13-3 or 12-4 is more likely
btw Bellichek releasing he's questionable could mean anything from he's doing 10 miles on a stairclimber to they are preparing to amputate
"I will disrespect who ever I feel like because this is a free country" poptart
BAD News For Brady
September 7, 2008 - 18:35 ET by Del DolemonteJust talked to a friend of mine who's a sports editor at one of the Boston newspapers...looks like Tom Terrific is out for the season. ACL.
This isn't necessarily "season over" for the Pats though. They have an easy schedule and Cassell has a wealth of people to throw to.
Jets up 7-0
September 7, 2008 - 12:23 ET by smitty031Favre just threw a BOMB to Cotchery for a TD!!!
FINALLY!! The Jets have a chance...I feel like crying
chat?
September 7, 2008 - 19:28 ET by MrShyShyChat (R)
Obama... a total fraud. Palin... a total hottie.
Usually, I'm drooling over
September 7, 2008 - 15:08 ET by ReaganRuledUsually, I'm drooling over the start of NFL season, but since my Redskins looked awful on Thursday, I won't get excited until I see something positive from them (next week?).
That won't stop me from cheering against the Crackgirlz and the Beagles though!
The NFL is crap
September 7, 2008 - 15:27 ET by Kuso JijiNo offense to those who think otherwise but I find the product the NFL puts out sucks and quit watching it last year.
Steroids, thuggery, bad officiating, television time-outs, cheating on the sidelines, being a life long Jet fan left me no choice but to move on.
I admit watching last years Super Bowl and came away unimpressed. In fact after watching the game with three die hard Pats fans, I'm in complete agreement that the game was fixed.
There is life out there people. Sitting around watching football all weekend is a collosal waste of time.
Fixed?! Yeah, that pass from
September 7, 2008 - 16:19 ET by air conservativeFixed?! Yeah, that pass from Manning, running for his life, to Tyreese looked orchestrated alright.
television time-outs
September 8, 2008 - 10:22 ET by mikebromoWatching a lot less College football this year. Every college game I've watched this year is over 3 and a half hours long, bad officiating, steroids, thuggery [dumb panalties] and cheating [yeah sure like they really go to class].
Then there is the BCS. The last two seasons they have told me that Ohio State is one of the top two teams. At least the NFL has a playoff system to determine the best team!
NBC Sunday Night Football boycott
September 7, 2008 - 16:17 ET by air conservativeTell your friends, family, and everyone to boycott NBC's Sunday Night Football so long as they employ Olbermann on the pregame and continue to push a lib/democrat agenda on their news broadcasts!
A Newsbusters Sports Chat ??
September 7, 2008 - 16:51 ET by Free StinkerOr something like that found in good old newsbusters chat room # 34
Sarah Palin - This is what a Conservative looks like !
It sucks being both a Lions
September 7, 2008 - 18:20 ET by UphillIt sucks being both a Lions AND a Cubs fan.
Well heck...Seahawks got
September 7, 2008 - 19:45 ET by bigtimerWell heck...Seahawks got creamed, turning it to catch some of the Colts/Bears game...Go Colts!
Think I heard Chargers are playing...so I wish them luck as always have...oops, just saw the chart...Chargers are playing...Go Chargers...although I like Az too....
I am so glad football is BACK...long way to go yet!
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
football
September 7, 2008 - 22:21 ET by candanceAnyone else watching the Colts get murdered? This is as bad as watching the Browns get schooled by Dallas.
Best game so far was my Panthers beating SD with a last second touchdown.
Oh geeze can..you just had
September 7, 2008 - 22:35 ET by bigtimerOh geeze can..you just had to make my night now didn't ya'!
Oh well, the season is early yet...lol.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
can & bt
September 7, 2008 - 22:57 ET by MrShy"ARE you REAAA-day FOO' some FOOOOTBAAAALLLL !?!?!?!?"
Favre wins first Jet game. Brady out for year. Favre/Jets face Bradyless Pats next week. :)
And Palin/McCain (oops, McCain/Palin) are now up solidly in all the polls. Can't wait to wake up tomorrow and read about this in all the pa..... (oh wait, it's the R's that have spiked in the polls?.... nevermind :p)
Could this week have been any better?
Obama... a total fraud. Palin... a total hottie.
Republicans have the lead :)
September 7, 2008 - 23:01 ET by candanceThus far it has been mentioned by the print press (AP,Reuters, etc) but it will be interesting to see how much attention it gets on morning news.
The messiah is losing his disciples. Dems are worried.
Could this week have been
September 7, 2008 - 23:01 ET by bigtimerCould this week have been any better....
...NO! (well, with the exception of all three teams I wanted to win today lost...but what the heck, I don't worry about the small stuff til much later on down the road...)
I have a feeling it is going to get better too...politically speaking...I can't wait for the spin tomorrow...and my gawd we all know there is going to be plenty of it...hand-wringing and all...although they will put on a brave face, do their best to divert and distract...
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
sorry BT
September 7, 2008 - 23:09 ET by candanceI know it sucks to watch an ugly game, even when it is just a game. Believe me. I know. 40-12 was almost enough to make me cry. :-}
I'm not sure who I plan on rooting for this year. My Panthers are always my first choice, but they usually end up like the Titanic and then I have to watch someone else.
As for the Giants, I like Eli but don't know if he can repeat.
How 'bout them Falcons!
September 7, 2008 - 23:29 ET by R D Helm-Dave.
What I really think.