NFL Conference Championships

kingfc22 · 01-22-2012, 11:28 AM

In the AFC, I think the gap between the Pats strength (offense) and the Ravens strength (defense) is greater than the gap between their weakness (defense) and the Ravens weakness (offense). Basically, even if the Ravens are able to slow down the Pats today I don't see their offense lighting up the Pats.

In the NFC, the Bay Area has the same feel to it as it did during the SF Giants WS run where nobody thought they would beat ATL, PHI and TEX. I expect this game to go down to the final minutes with the front 7 on defense that performs better will lead their team to victory.

ColtCrazy · 01-22-2012, 11:40 AM

Watching the Pats win will just anger me, so I'm keeping busy until the night game. Can't wait for the one, that should be a great one. Hoping for a Harbaugh bowl in the Super Bowl. A lot of love for Jim in Indiana still.

jeff061 · 01-22-2012, 11:58 AM

Even I as a Pats fan was a huge fan of Jim during his Indi days. I'm loving the season he's having pretty much solely because of that.

Captain Comeback!

fpres · 01-22-2012, 11:58 AM

I'm going to go with my gut and pick the Ravens and Giants. I guess I'm one of the (apparently) few who thinks the Ravens' offense isn't as inept as Houston made it look last week. And I'm not picking against a Giants team on a roll.

sabotai · 01-22-2012, 12:00 PM

My gut says Ravens and Giants, my head says Pats and Niners....(so for the pick em game, I split the difference and picked for who I want to win.

).

jeff061 · 01-22-2012, 12:00 PM

As for Pats/Ravens.

Pats defense is not nearly as good as it looked against Denver and their offense has been more inconsistent than not all season. I can easily see Baltimore holding the Pats to 20 or less and Baltimore put up north of 20.

I'm really surprised people think the Pats are as good as they are, too be honest.

Matthean · 01-22-2012, 12:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fpres

I guess I'm one of the (apparently) few who thinks the Ravens' offense isn't as inept as Houston made it look last week.

The Pats defense isn't the Texans defense.

RainMaker · 01-22-2012, 12:26 PM

Pats defense looks a little better than it did early in the year. Seems like they got a few players back and some others have settled in. It's not good, but I don't think it's as bad as people might think.

My problem with the Ravens is that they really didn't look that good against Houston. They were blown off the ball on both sides and a semi-competent QB would have had Houston winning that game last week. Their offense is also incredibly predictable. Not saying they won't make it a game, but I'd be taking New England especially with it being in Foxboro.

molson · 01-22-2012, 12:38 PM

As I predicted before the season started, I think it'll be Giants/Patriots:

Front Office Football Central - View Single Post - NFL Predictions - 2011

(Of course, I also predicted the Rams would "dominate" the NFC West, that the Bengals would go 1-15, and that the Packers would miss the playoffs - but hey, that super bowl pick is still looking pretty good - as was the pick that the Jets "miss the playoffs as the Rex Ryan act gets a little old").

spleen1015 · 01-22-2012, 12:49 PM

History says the Patriots and 49ers won't win the Super Bowl, so I am looking for a Ravens vs. Giants rematch from 2007.

Lathum · 01-22-2012, 01:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spleen1015

History says the Patriots and 49ers won't win the Super Bowl, so I am looking for a Ravens vs. Giants rematch from 2007.

I think you mean 2000-2001 superbowl.

As for the Giants I am a little worried because so many people seem to like them this week. However, this roll reminds me exactly of the superbowl run a few years back and I just don't trust Alex Smith yet.

tucker rocky · 01-22-2012, 01:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spleen1015

History says the Patriots and 49ers won't win the Super Bowl, so I am looking for a Ravens vs. Giants rematch from 2007.

NE/SF have never faced off in a SB, I like this matchup.
Young Padawan(Harbaugh)vs. Jedi Master(Belichick).

panerd · 01-22-2012, 01:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by molson

As I predicted before the season started, I think it'll be Giants/Patriots:

Front Office Football Central - View Single Post - NFL Predictions - 2011

(Of course, I also predicted the Rams would "dominate" the NFC West, that the Bengals would go 1-15, and that the Packers would miss the playoffs - but hey, that super bowl pick is still looking pretty good - as was the pick that the Jets "miss the playoffs as the Rex Ryan act gets a little old").

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 01:55 PM

I hate these odd kickoff times.

Lathum · 01-22-2012, 02:05 PM

That national anthem was...odd...

kingfc22 · 01-22-2012, 02:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BillJasper

I hate these odd singers.

fixed

tucker rocky · 01-22-2012, 02:05 PM

Steven Tyler with the national anthem in NE.

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 02:05 PM

I'm an Aerosmith fan, but that was just terrible.

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 02:10 PM

Flacco has a tough time seeing the open receiver. Had a man on an out route to the right side of the field.

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 02:17 PM

Ed Reed has gotten into Flacco's head.

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 02:38 PM

Ravens defense will have to win it for them.

Lathum · 01-22-2012, 02:59 PM

Ravens are screwed. At some point they will have to respect the run. When they do Brady is going to go to town.

Dutch · 01-22-2012, 03:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BillJasper

Ravens defense will have to win it for them.

Ravens D like butter on that drive. Flacco looking better than Reed so far.

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 03:04 PM

Don't worry the real Flacco will show back up.

Dutch · 01-22-2012, 03:08 PM

Flacco holding up his end of the bargain, time for some Ravens D.

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dutch

Flacco holding up his end of the bargain, time for some Ravens D.

He does look much better after a play breaks down than in the pocket...

Patriots need to be more disciplined in their rush lanes and quite opening up the right side of the field for him to roll to.

Dutch · 01-22-2012, 03:11 PM

Is Ed Reed even playing today?

spleen1015 · 01-22-2012, 03:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lathum

I think you mean 2000-2001 superbowl.

As for the Giants I am a little worried because so many people seem to like them this week. However, this roll reminds me exactly of the superbowl run a few years back and I just don't trust Alex Smith yet.

You are correct!

mauchow · 01-22-2012, 03:22 PM

Looked like a catch to me..

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 03:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mauboy1

Looked like a catch to me..

I thought so too.

tucker rocky · 01-22-2012, 03:34 PM

Pats fans not pleased with end-of-half kneeldowns?

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 03:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mauboy1

Looked like a catch to me..

Boomer thought so too...

Dutch · 01-22-2012, 03:54 PM

Ravens D bending....can they stop the break?

Dutch · 01-22-2012, 03:55 PM

Bend but don't break.

Dutch · 01-22-2012, 03:55 PM

Flacco needs to step up big right here.

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 03:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dutch

Flacco needs to step up big right here.

Agreed.

QuikSand · 01-22-2012, 03:57 PM

Every time I see Gronkowski making that standard 14 yard play against totally overmatched safeties or linebackers, I wonder "how does anyone ever stop this team?" (admittedly, I feel the same thing for Jimmy Graham and a couple other guys to a lesser extent)

I love how football is a game of matchups and adjustments like that. But what manner of player do you invest in if you start facing these 6'6" 265-lb gazelles on a regular basis?

Dutch · 01-22-2012, 04:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by QuikSand

Every time I see Gronkowski making that standard 14 yard play against totally overmatched safeties or linebackers, I wonder "how does anyone ever stop this team?" (admittedly, I feel the same thing for Jimmy Graham and a couple other guys to a lesser extent)

I love how football is a game of matchups and adjustments like that. But what manner of player do you invest in if you start facing these 6'6" 265-lb gazelles on a regular basis?

I'm going to guess that a strong 4-man pass rush will help and then some lighter speed LB's.

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by QuikSand

Every time I see Gronkowski making that standard 14 yard play against totally overmatched safeties or linebackers, I wonder "how does anyone ever stop this team?" (admittedly, I feel the same thing for Jimmy Graham and a couple other guys to a lesser extent)

I love how football is a game of matchups and adjustments like that. But what manner of player do you invest in if you start facing these 6'6" 265-lb gazelles on a regular basis?

I think you'd have to start lining up guys to play underneath coverages and making them beat you deep. As far as player type... I have no idea.

Dutch · 01-22-2012, 04:08 PM

I think those guys can beat you deep...which is part of the problem they present.

Dutch · 01-22-2012, 04:10 PM

What kind of endzone/sideline close up cam hides the feet from view!?!?

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 04:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dutch

I think those guys can beat you deep...which is part of the problem they present.

Well yeah. But forcing them to go deep is a lower percentage play than letting him run 10-14 yards and turn around for an easy catch.

Nice play call by the Ravens.

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 04:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dutch

What kind of endzone/sideline close up cam hides the feet from view!?!?

Out at the four.

Dutch · 01-22-2012, 04:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BillJasper

Out at the four.

Give or take four.

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dutch

Give or take four.

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 04:15 PM

Ravens ball.

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 04:17 PM

Have to give credit, after a shaky start Flacco has come to play.

larrymcg421 · 01-22-2012, 04:18 PM

Hi, I'm a member of the Patriots secondary. I'm not very good.

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 04:21 PM

Really can't stomach the thought of a Harbaugh bowl. I'll have to stay away from football for the next two weeks.

BillJasper · 01-22-2012, 04:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by larrymcg421

Hi, I'm a member of the Patriots secondary. I'm not very good.

Well, that's a given when they have Edelman playing nickel-back.

01-22-2012, 11:40 AM	#2
ColtCrazy College Starter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Midwest	Watching the Pats win will just anger me, so I'm keeping busy until the night game. Can't wait for the one, that should be a great one. Hoping for a Harbaugh bowl in the Super Bowl. A lot of love for Jim in Indiana still. __________________ The Field Generals and Statis Pro Basketball Super League

01-22-2012, 11:58 AM	#3
jeff061 Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: MA	Even I as a Pats fan was a huge fan of Jim during his Indi days. I'm loving the season he's having pretty much solely because of that. Captain Comeback! __________________

01-22-2012, 12:00 PM	#6
jeff061 Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: MA	As for Pats/Ravens. Pats defense is not nearly as good as it looked against Denver and their offense has been more inconsistent than not all season. I can easily see Baltimore holding the Pats to 20 or less and Baltimore put up north of 20. I'm really surprised people think the Pats are as good as they are, too be honest. __________________ Last edited by jeff061 : 01-22-2012 at 12:01 PM.

01-22-2012, 12:38 PM	#9
molson General Manager Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: The Mountains	As I predicted before the season started, I think it'll be Giants/Patriots: Front Office Football Central - View Single Post - NFL Predictions - 2011 (Of course, I also predicted the Rams would "dominate" the NFC West, that the Bengals would go 1-15, and that the Packers would miss the playoffs - but hey, that super bowl pick is still looking pretty good - as was the pick that the Jets "miss the playoffs as the Rex Ryan act gets a little old"). Last edited by molson : 01-22-2012 at 12:39 PM.

01-22-2012, 01:55 PM	#14
BillJasper Pro Starter Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Northern Kentucky	I hate these odd kickoff times. __________________ The Confederacy lost, it is time to dismantle it.

01-22-2012, 11:58 AM	#4
fpres High School JV Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Houston, Texas	I'm going to go with my gut and pick the Ravens and Giants. I guess I'm one of the (apparently) few who thinks the Ravens' offense isn't as inept as Houston made it look last week. And I'm not picking against a Giants team on a roll.

01-22-2012, 12:00 PM	#5
sabotai General Manager Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: The Satellite of Love	My gut says Ravens and Giants, my head says Pats and Niners....(so for the pick em game, I split the difference and picked for who I want to win. ).

01-22-2012, 12:26 PM	#8
RainMaker Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Chicago, IL	Pats defense looks a little better than it did early in the year. Seems like they got a few players back and some others have settled in. It's not good, but I don't think it's as bad as people might think. My problem with the Ravens is that they really didn't look that good against Houston. They were blown off the ball on both sides and a semi-competent QB would have had Houston winning that game last week. Their offense is also incredibly predictable. Not saying they won't make it a game, but I'd be taking New England especially with it being in Foxboro.

01-22-2012, 12:49 PM	#10
spleen1015 Coordinator Join Date: Sep 2003	History says the Patriots and 49ers won't win the Super Bowl, so I am looking for a Ravens vs. Giants rematch from 2007.

01-22-2012, 02:05 PM	#15
Lathum Favored Bitch #1 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: homeless in NJ	That national anthem was...odd...

01-22-2012, 02:05 PM	#17
tucker rocky Pro Rookie Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Of no particular interest	Steven Tyler with the national anthem in NE.

01-22-2012, 02:10 PM	#19
BillJasper Pro Starter Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Northern Kentucky	Flacco has a tough time seeing the open receiver. Had a man on an out route to the right side of the field. __________________ The Confederacy lost, it is time to dismantle it.

01-22-2012, 02:17 PM	#20
BillJasper Pro Starter Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Northern Kentucky	Ed Reed has gotten into Flacco's head. __________________ The Confederacy lost, it is time to dismantle it.

01-22-2012, 02:38 PM	#21
BillJasper Pro Starter Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Northern Kentucky	Ravens defense will have to win it for them. __________________ The Confederacy lost, it is time to dismantle it.

01-22-2012, 02:59 PM	#22
Lathum Favored Bitch #1 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: homeless in NJ	Ravens are screwed. At some point they will have to respect the run. When they do Brady is going to go to town.

01-22-2012, 03:04 PM	#24
BillJasper Pro Starter Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Northern Kentucky	Don't worry the real Flacco will show back up. __________________ The Confederacy lost, it is time to dismantle it.

01-22-2012, 03:08 PM	#25
Dutch "Dutch" Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Tampa, FL	Flacco holding up his end of the bargain, time for some Ravens D.

01-22-2012, 03:11 PM	#27
Dutch "Dutch" Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Tampa, FL	Is Ed Reed even playing today?

01-22-2012, 03:22 PM	#29
mauchow Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Murfreesboro, TN	Looked like a catch to me..

01-22-2012, 03:34 PM	#31
tucker rocky Pro Rookie Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Of no particular interest	Pats fans not pleased with end-of-half kneeldowns?

01-22-2012, 03:54 PM	#33
Dutch "Dutch" Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Tampa, FL	Ravens D bending....can they stop the break?

01-22-2012, 03:55 PM	#34
Dutch "Dutch" Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Tampa, FL	Bend but don't break.

01-22-2012, 03:57 PM	#37
QuikSand lolzcat Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Annapolis, Md	Every time I see Gronkowski making that standard 14 yard play against totally overmatched safeties or linebackers, I wonder "how does anyone ever stop this team?" (admittedly, I feel the same thing for Jimmy Graham and a couple other guys to a lesser extent) I love how football is a game of matchups and adjustments like that. But what manner of player do you invest in if you start facing these 6'6" 265-lb gazelles on a regular basis?

01-22-2012, 04:08 PM	#40
Dutch "Dutch" Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Tampa, FL	I think those guys can beat you deep...which is part of the problem they present.

01-22-2012, 04:10 PM	#41
Dutch "Dutch" Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Tampa, FL	What kind of endzone/sideline close up cam hides the feet from view!?!?

01-22-2012, 04:15 PM	#46
BillJasper Pro Starter Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Northern Kentucky	Ravens ball. __________________ The Confederacy lost, it is time to dismantle it.

01-22-2012, 04:17 PM	#47
BillJasper Pro Starter Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Northern Kentucky	Have to give credit, after a shaky start Flacco has come to play. __________________ The Confederacy lost, it is time to dismantle it.

01-22-2012, 04:18 PM	#48
larrymcg421 Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Georgia	Hi, I'm a member of the Patriots secondary. I'm not very good. __________________ Top 10 Songs of the Year 1955-Present (1976 Added) Franchise Portfolio Draft Winner Fictional Character Draft Winner Television Family Draft Winner Build Your Own Hollywood Studio Draft Winner

01-22-2012, 04:21 PM	#49
BillJasper Pro Starter Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Northern Kentucky	Really can't stomach the thought of a Harbaugh bowl. I'll have to stay away from football for the next two weeks. __________________ The Confederacy lost, it is time to dismantle it.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)