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mmarra82 · 04-12-2004, 01:58 PM

NFC North
Green Bay comes in as the early favorites in an otherwise weak division. The Pack is led by the one and only Brett Favre (76), although he still is missing some playmakers that he so desperately needs, Favre continues to put up excellent numbers. Favre does have a perhaps the best running back in the NFC in Ahman Green (76). Green can do it all for the Pack, he can run in and outside as well as catch the ball. Green is emerging as the dominate player on Green Bay. Gone on defense is DE Vonnie Holiday, which hurts this team. Holiday provided the solid all around play that is now going to have to be found through his replacement, Gbaja-Biamila (32) who does not measure up to Holiday. Green Bay has veterans in Marvin Jones (52) and Darren Sharper (76) to lead the defense and help the Pack contend for the North title. Detroit looks to surprise many. Second year coach, Tracy Wade has tightened the reins on the Lions and has them ready to compete every week. Second year quarterback, Joey Harrington (29) had a superb preseason, and with the addition of first round draft pick, Charles Rogers (51) the Lions look to develop a potent passing attack for years to come. The defense is a veteran group led by DE Robert Porcher (67). If the group can stay healthy and Harrington continues to develop the Lions could be the darlings of the NFC. Minnesota had a major setback in the preseason when quarterback Duante Culpepper (44) went down with a dislocated elbow. Culpepper will miss the first two months of the season. That leaves veteran quarterback Gus Frerotte (17) to get the ball to the volatile Randy Moss (89). Moss could be the best player in the game. The Vikes have what appear to be an explosive group of RB’s in Michael Bennett (55) and rookie Onterrio Smith (54). Smith has the ability to be a threat catching the ball, but running with it remains to be seen. The O-line is anchored by center Matt Birk (56) and tackle Bryant McKinnie (53), who looks to improve from last year’s rookie season. During the off-season Minnesota focused on revamping their D, and they did do that. The additions of linebacker Chris Claiborn (54) and rookie EJ Henderson (42) along with CB Denard Walker (49) from Tennessee could be enough to get Minnesota back to the top of the division if the Pack stumble and Frerotte can hold the ship together until Culpepper returns. Two years ago Chicago surprised everyone with their run to the playoffs, however, that seems like a long time ago. Chicago had a horrendous season last year, and look to rebound back to respectability. Chicago looked good early in the preseason, primarily because of the spark provided by rookie quarterback Kyle Boller (16). However, Boller went down with a season ending shoulder injury and veteran Chris Chandler (25) looks to lead the Bears. The offense has no weapons at all. The defense can hold its own with the likes of LB Brian Urlacher (76), DE Phillip Daniels (63), and SS Mike Brown (57). However, this is a group that will be on the field a lot, and it will get the best of them.

NFC South
The defending Super Bowl Champions, Tampa heads into the season with the look to repeat. Tampa comes back with 19 out of last year’s 22 starters, led by quarterback Brad Johnson (56). Tampa was unable to upgrade their running back position so Pittman (53) will get the nod once again. The O-Line is good, which should give Johnson plenty of time to find K.Johnson (46) and McCardell (43) along with TE Dilger (53). The D-Line features DE Simeon Rice (75), Warren Sapp (75) and up and coming Anthony McFarland (63). This could be the last season McFarland is under the guidance of Sapp who will become a free agent. Linebackers Quarles (60) and Brooks (75) along with CB Barber (78) and Kelly (63) and safety John Lynch (75) make this defense the best in football. The road to the NFC crown goes through Tampa Bay. Carolina has built a defensive line that could be the cornerstone of the franchise’s future. Last year Julius Peppers (56) tore up the league before his season came to an abrubt halt. Peppers has the potential to be the best DE in the league. On the other side Mike Rucker (65) and DT Kris Jenkins (68) give the Panthers the presence to stop any offense. On offense the Panthers added RB Stephen Davis (65). Look for the Panthers to grind it out this season in slugfest style football. Atlanta looks to improve on their run to the playoffs last season that saw them end Green Bay’s perfection at home during the playoffs. Michael Vick (34) is explosive, and as he develops the Falcons will find themselves further into the playoffs. Atlanta made the switch to a 3-4 defense in attempt to be more aggressive and take advantage of the speed they possess on the defensive side of the ball. But right now Atlanta will be battling Carolina and New Orleans for second place with neither team making it to the post season. New Orleans decision to trade Ricky Williams and go with Deuce McAllister (57) seems like the right move now. McAllister is ready to be considered one of the top backs in the league after his performance last season. However, pressure will fall on Brooks (19) who has failed to develop into the quarterback the Saints envisioned a few seasons ago.

NFC East
The NFC East appears to go through Philly once again. McNabb (50) and company look to avenge the last two seasons in which they lost the NFC Championship Game. Philly still does not appear to have the weapons that McNabb needs to score a lot of points but the defense appears to have a lot of tools despite Hugh Douglas’ departure during free agency. Philly brought in Marco Coleman (75) to replace Douglas at end, Philly also drafted DE Jerome McDougle (57) who is a good looking pass rusher. DT Corey Simon (59) gives the Eagles the inside presence they need with a weak MLB. Philly’s secondary is good, led by CB Troy Vincent (73). Vincent is one of the top corners in the league going one on one. On the other side of Vincent they have Bobby Taylor (76) and at FS Brian Dawkins (73). Philly needs to make this year count, both Taylor and Vincent are playing in the last year of their current contract, and if Philly was willing to let Douglas get away one wonders if they will keep their corners who have become the main reason Philly’s defense succeeds. Dallas does not appear to be as bad off as expected. QB Quincy Carter (34) has developed slowly but has a nice up side. Hambrick (51) replaces the NFL’s all-time leading rusher, Emmit Smith, and gets to run behind a decent line led by LG Larry Allen (86). Wideouts Galloway (75), Glenn (58) and rookie TE Jason Witten (34) will give the Cowboys options with their passing game. Defense is where the ‘Boys are at their best, starting on the D-Line with Ellis (60) and Glover (87) to the safeties Woodson (87) and Williams (42), this could give Dallas their best chance to finish out of the cellar compared to the past few seasons. The Giants come in looking to avenge last season’s wild card lost to SanFrancisco. However, the task will not be easy. The Giants are without quarterback Kerry Collins (67) for the first two months of the season after he dislocated his elbow. The Giants will rely on Jesse Palmer (14), Tiki Barber (76), Jeremy Shockey (65), and Amani Toomer (54) to provide the offense. Veterans, Strahan (80), Hamilton (57), and Barrow (67) look to lead the defense and perhaps get the Giants back to the playoffs. Washington begins the Patrick Ramsey (22) era, and Ramsey will have plenty of opportunity to prove himself. Washington let Stephen Davis go during the offseason to replace him with the speed running of Trung Canidate (33). The money they saved by not retaining Davis allowed them to pick up guard Randy Thomas (45) to go along with tackle Chris Samuels (52) and spend money on wide receiver Laverneus Coles (54) to play along side Rod Gardner (52). On defense the Redskins have playmakers LaVar Arrington (67) and cornerback Champ Bailey (87). Bailey is in the last year of his current contract and by the looks of Washington’s cap for next year the ‘Skins will have a tough time retaining Bailey. Washington fans, do not expect much from the new look ‘Skins.

NFC West
This could shape up to be the best race in the NFC. Seattle and St. Louis appear to have the pieces of the puzzle to make this a fun division to watch. Seattle comes in with a little bit of shakeup, they give the nod at QB to Trent Dilfer (53) over Matt Hasselbeck (37). Their backfield consists of Shaun Alexander (56), and 2nd year back Maurice Morris (39) who provides a nice change of pace from Alexander. Either way their back gets to run behind FB Mack Strong (64), tackle Walter Jones (71) and a good offensive line. The receiving corp of Robinson (62), Engram (50), Jackson (37) along with TE Mili (58) gives the Seattle offense plenty of options. To strengthen their secondary they drafted CB Marcus Trufant (33) to play under veterans Willlie Williams (65) and Shawn Springs (55), along with SS Reggie Tongue (57) and FS Doug Evans (53). Seattle will need their secondary to shut down the passing game of St. Louis if they want to win the West. St. Louis looks to rebound after a disappointing season. The weapons on offense are still there. Warner (47) will have plenty to work with this season. Although his rating is not as high as in years past, Warner is still the man in St.Louis. Marshall Faulk (69) enters his 10th season as perhaps the most talented all around back in the league. His breakaway speed is down, but do not count him out. Warner has the emerging superstar Torry Holt (67) and the consistency of Isaac Bruce (49) to work with along with a line that has the bookend tackles, Pace (85) and Turley (70). The defense looks towards FS Aeneas Williams (73) to provide the plays to lead the Rams back to the playoffs. San Francisco comes in with a team that will need to score a lot of points. Garcia (44) will have to make the most out of throwing to Terrell Owens (70), and TE Jed Weaver (45). Veteran Garrison Hearst (50) figures to get most of the carries behind a good line. On defense the Niners are missing a pass rusher, and therefore the secondary of Rumph (27), Plummer (55), Parrish (89) and Broson (46) will have to bring their “A” game week in and week out. Poor Arizona looked to make some moves during the off season, but all that happened is that they ended up with retreads, sorry Emmitt.

04-12-2004, 01:58 PM	#55
mmarra82 High School Varsity Join Date: May 2001 Location: Oakdale, New York	NFC Report NFC North Green Bay comes in as the early favorites in an otherwise weak division. The Pack is led by the one and only Brett Favre (76), although he still is missing some playmakers that he so desperately needs, Favre continues to put up excellent numbers. Favre does have a perhaps the best running back in the NFC in Ahman Green (76). Green can do it all for the Pack, he can run in and outside as well as catch the ball. Green is emerging as the dominate player on Green Bay. Gone on defense is DE Vonnie Holiday, which hurts this team. Holiday provided the solid all around play that is now going to have to be found through his replacement, Gbaja-Biamila (32) who does not measure up to Holiday. Green Bay has veterans in Marvin Jones (52) and Darren Sharper (76) to lead the defense and help the Pack contend for the North title. Detroit looks to surprise many. Second year coach, Tracy Wade has tightened the reins on the Lions and has them ready to compete every week. Second year quarterback, Joey Harrington (29) had a superb preseason, and with the addition of first round draft pick, Charles Rogers (51) the Lions look to develop a potent passing attack for years to come. The defense is a veteran group led by DE Robert Porcher (67). If the group can stay healthy and Harrington continues to develop the Lions could be the darlings of the NFC. Minnesota had a major setback in the preseason when quarterback Duante Culpepper (44) went down with a dislocated elbow. Culpepper will miss the first two months of the season. That leaves veteran quarterback Gus Frerotte (17) to get the ball to the volatile Randy Moss (89). Moss could be the best player in the game. The Vikes have what appear to be an explosive group of RB’s in Michael Bennett (55) and rookie Onterrio Smith (54). Smith has the ability to be a threat catching the ball, but running with it remains to be seen. The O-line is anchored by center Matt Birk (56) and tackle Bryant McKinnie (53), who looks to improve from last year’s rookie season. During the off-season Minnesota focused on revamping their D, and they did do that. The additions of linebacker Chris Claiborn (54) and rookie EJ Henderson (42) along with CB Denard Walker (49) from Tennessee could be enough to get Minnesota back to the top of the division if the Pack stumble and Frerotte can hold the ship together until Culpepper returns. Two years ago Chicago surprised everyone with their run to the playoffs, however, that seems like a long time ago. Chicago had a horrendous season last year, and look to rebound back to respectability. Chicago looked good early in the preseason, primarily because of the spark provided by rookie quarterback Kyle Boller (16). However, Boller went down with a season ending shoulder injury and veteran Chris Chandler (25) looks to lead the Bears. The offense has no weapons at all. The defense can hold its own with the likes of LB Brian Urlacher (76), DE Phillip Daniels (63), and SS Mike Brown (57). However, this is a group that will be on the field a lot, and it will get the best of them. NFC South The defending Super Bowl Champions, Tampa heads into the season with the look to repeat. Tampa comes back with 19 out of last year’s 22 starters, led by quarterback Brad Johnson (56). Tampa was unable to upgrade their running back position so Pittman (53) will get the nod once again. The O-Line is good, which should give Johnson plenty of time to find K.Johnson (46) and McCardell (43) along with TE Dilger (53). The D-Line features DE Simeon Rice (75), Warren Sapp (75) and up and coming Anthony McFarland (63). This could be the last season McFarland is under the guidance of Sapp who will become a free agent. Linebackers Quarles (60) and Brooks (75) along with CB Barber (78) and Kelly (63) and safety John Lynch (75) make this defense the best in football. The road to the NFC crown goes through Tampa Bay. Carolina has built a defensive line that could be the cornerstone of the franchise’s future. Last year Julius Peppers (56) tore up the league before his season came to an abrubt halt. Peppers has the potential to be the best DE in the league. On the other side Mike Rucker (65) and DT Kris Jenkins (68) give the Panthers the presence to stop any offense. On offense the Panthers added RB Stephen Davis (65). Look for the Panthers to grind it out this season in slugfest style football. Atlanta looks to improve on their run to the playoffs last season that saw them end Green Bay’s perfection at home during the playoffs. Michael Vick (34) is explosive, and as he develops the Falcons will find themselves further into the playoffs. Atlanta made the switch to a 3-4 defense in attempt to be more aggressive and take advantage of the speed they possess on the defensive side of the ball. But right now Atlanta will be battling Carolina and New Orleans for second place with neither team making it to the post season. New Orleans decision to trade Ricky Williams and go with Deuce McAllister (57) seems like the right move now. McAllister is ready to be considered one of the top backs in the league after his performance last season. However, pressure will fall on Brooks (19) who has failed to develop into the quarterback the Saints envisioned a few seasons ago. NFC East The NFC East appears to go through Philly once again. McNabb (50) and company look to avenge the last two seasons in which they lost the NFC Championship Game. Philly still does not appear to have the weapons that McNabb needs to score a lot of points but the defense appears to have a lot of tools despite Hugh Douglas’ departure during free agency. Philly brought in Marco Coleman (75) to replace Douglas at end, Philly also drafted DE Jerome McDougle (57) who is a good looking pass rusher. DT Corey Simon (59) gives the Eagles the inside presence they need with a weak MLB. Philly’s secondary is good, led by CB Troy Vincent (73). Vincent is one of the top corners in the league going one on one. On the other side of Vincent they have Bobby Taylor (76) and at FS Brian Dawkins (73). Philly needs to make this year count, both Taylor and Vincent are playing in the last year of their current contract, and if Philly was willing to let Douglas get away one wonders if they will keep their corners who have become the main reason Philly’s defense succeeds. Dallas does not appear to be as bad off as expected. QB Quincy Carter (34) has developed slowly but has a nice up side. Hambrick (51) replaces the NFL’s all-time leading rusher, Emmit Smith, and gets to run behind a decent line led by LG Larry Allen (86). Wideouts Galloway (75), Glenn (58) and rookie TE Jason Witten (34) will give the Cowboys options with their passing game. Defense is where the ‘Boys are at their best, starting on the D-Line with Ellis (60) and Glover (87) to the safeties Woodson (87) and Williams (42), this could give Dallas their best chance to finish out of the cellar compared to the past few seasons. The Giants come in looking to avenge last season’s wild card lost to SanFrancisco. However, the task will not be easy. The Giants are without quarterback Kerry Collins (67) for the first two months of the season after he dislocated his elbow. The Giants will rely on Jesse Palmer (14), Tiki Barber (76), Jeremy Shockey (65), and Amani Toomer (54) to provide the offense. Veterans, Strahan (80), Hamilton (57), and Barrow (67) look to lead the defense and perhaps get the Giants back to the playoffs. Washington begins the Patrick Ramsey (22) era, and Ramsey will have plenty of opportunity to prove himself. Washington let Stephen Davis go during the offseason to replace him with the speed running of Trung Canidate (33). The money they saved by not retaining Davis allowed them to pick up guard Randy Thomas (45) to go along with tackle Chris Samuels (52) and spend money on wide receiver Laverneus Coles (54) to play along side Rod Gardner (52). On defense the Redskins have playmakers LaVar Arrington (67) and cornerback Champ Bailey (87). Bailey is in the last year of his current contract and by the looks of Washington’s cap for next year the ‘Skins will have a tough time retaining Bailey. Washington fans, do not expect much from the new look ‘Skins. NFC West This could shape up to be the best race in the NFC. Seattle and St. Louis appear to have the pieces of the puzzle to make this a fun division to watch. Seattle comes in with a little bit of shakeup, they give the nod at QB to Trent Dilfer (53) over Matt Hasselbeck (37). Their backfield consists of Shaun Alexander (56), and 2nd year back Maurice Morris (39) who provides a nice change of pace from Alexander. Either way their back gets to run behind FB Mack Strong (64), tackle Walter Jones (71) and a good offensive line. The receiving corp of Robinson (62), Engram (50), Jackson (37) along with TE Mili (58) gives the Seattle offense plenty of options. To strengthen their secondary they drafted CB Marcus Trufant (33) to play under veterans Willlie Williams (65) and Shawn Springs (55), along with SS Reggie Tongue (57) and FS Doug Evans (53). Seattle will need their secondary to shut down the passing game of St. Louis if they want to win the West. St. Louis looks to rebound after a disappointing season. The weapons on offense are still there. Warner (47) will have plenty to work with this season. Although his rating is not as high as in years past, Warner is still the man in St.Louis. Marshall Faulk (69) enters his 10th season as perhaps the most talented all around back in the league. His breakaway speed is down, but do not count him out. Warner has the emerging superstar Torry Holt (67) and the consistency of Isaac Bruce (49) to work with along with a line that has the bookend tackles, Pace (85) and Turley (70). The defense looks towards FS Aeneas Williams (73) to provide the plays to lead the Rams back to the playoffs. San Francisco comes in with a team that will need to score a lot of points. Garcia (44) will have to make the most out of throwing to Terrell Owens (70), and TE Jed Weaver (45). Veteran Garrison Hearst (50) figures to get most of the carries behind a good line. On defense the Niners are missing a pass rusher, and therefore the secondary of Rumph (27), Plummer (55), Parrish (89) and Broson (46) will have to bring their “A” game week in and week out. Poor Arizona looked to make some moves during the off season, but all that happened is that they ended up with retreads, sorry Emmitt.