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Old 08-13-2016, 08:08 PM   #9
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PART ONE:
“END OF LOCKOUT, TEAM RATINGS, POWER RANKINGS”





(The lockout is over!)



NFL POWER RANKINGS — HEADING INTO THE 2011 SEASON





32. Buffalo Bills
Team Rating: 73ovr
2010 Record: 4-12 (4th in AFC East)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Chan Gailey(50ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: LE Marcell Dareus(81ovr) — Alabama
Outlook: The Bills outlook for this season is not any better than 2010. Their only bright spot in 2010 was Ryan Fitzpatrick. Fitzpatrick racked up 3,000 yards, threw for 23 touchdowns and had a QB rating of 81.8. He did only play in 13 games, so with a full season, he might be able to make Stevie Johnson an elite receiver, but this will most likely not help them in the win column.



31. Carolina Panthers
Team Rating: 72ovr
2010 Record: 2-14 (4th in NFC South)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Ron Rivera(70ovr) — NEW
2011 1st round draft pick: QB Cam Newton(77ovr) — Auburn
Outlook: The Carolina Panthers have a shot at getting a few more wins this year not because of rookie quarterback Cam Newton, but because of their running backs. The Panthers re-signed DeAngelo Williams to a five-year, $43 million contract. If healthy, the Panthers have one of the best backfields in the NFL with Williams and Johnathan Stewart. I expect both running backs to vault back to the NFL's elite and take pressure off Newton.



30. Cincinnati Bengals
Team Rating: 71ovr
2010 Record: 4-12 (4th in AFC North)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Marvin Lewis(55ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: WR A.J. Green(80ovr) — Georgia
Outlook: The Carson Palmer contract dispute — will he play at all this season? Chad Ochocinco gone, Terrell Owens gone, what's left for the Bengals? Cedric Benson. Benson is one of the lone stars left in Cincinnati. He was productive last season generating 1,111 yards rushing but did so on just 3.5 yards per carry. With the majority of the offensive load being placed on his shoulders due to the possibility of quarterback Andy Dalton at the helm, I do not expect his YPC to improve much. It will most likely be a very long season for the Bengals.



29. Denver Broncos
Team Rating: 76ovr
2010 Record: 4-12 (4th in AFC West)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: John Fox(60ovr) — NEW
2011 1st Round draft pick: ROLB Von Miller(80ovr) — Texas A&M
Outlook: Kyle Orton or Tim Tebow? This question will be repeated all season long. Orton will get the starting job at first, as he should being the more qualified overall quarterback. But Orton's reign will not last long; the Broncos will lose a lot of games early, and soon, fans will be calling for Tebow to step in and start. Orton gives the Broncos a better chance to win this year, but he most likely won't be given sufficient time to prove himself. On the bright side, the return of the Broncos star DE, Elvis Dumervil, should elevate the play of the defense.



28. Washington Redskins
Team Rating: 74ovr
2010 Record: 6-10 (4th in NFC East)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Mike Shanahan(60vr)
2011 1st round draft pick: LOLB Ryan Kerrigan(74ovr) — Purdue
Outlook: Mike Shanahan, Redskins head coach, has set the Redskins' organization back several years with the Donovan McNabb debacle last season. McNabb was certainly not what he used to be in Philadelphia, but he was clearly the best quarterback in Washington last year. Alas, the Redskins are led by "Sexy" Rex Grossman, who was thought to be a career backup after his departure from Chicago. But Grossman did lead the Bears to a Super Bowl in 2006 and held an acceptable 81.2 QB rating in 2011 so anything is possible.



27. Cleveland Browns
Team Rating: 74ovr
2010 Record: 5-11 (3rd in AFC North)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Pat Shurmur(55ovr) — NEW
2011 1st round draft pick: DT Phil Taylor(74ovr) — Baylor
Outlook: One of the biggest shocks of the 2010 NFL season was Cleveland Browns running back Peyton Hillis. Hillis racked up 1,177 yards rushing and scored 11 times which was good enough to get him voted on the cover of Madden 2012. Hillis also caught 61 passes for 477 yards and two more scores. I expect Hillis' numbers to drop with the return of Montario Hardesty who was out all of 2010 with an injury. Colt McCoy struggled as a rookie, but that was to be expected but should be better in 2011. The Browns do have an above-average defense, so if their offense can contribute, the Browns could finish around .500 if they are lucky.



26. Seattle Seahawks
Team Rating: 78ovr
2010 Record: 7-9 (1st in NFC West)
Playoff Results: Lost in Divisional
Head Coach: Pete Carroll(55ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: RT James Carpenter(76ovr) — Alabama
Outlook: The Seattle Seahawks shocked the NFL community twice last season; First when they made the playoffs with a losing record and again when they actually won a playoff game. Matt Hasselbeck is gone, Tavaris Jackson is in and has brought Sidney Rice. The NFC West is still wide open, but I expect both the Rams and 49ers to be better this year, which hurts Seattle's chance of getting back to the playoffs.



25. Jacksonville Jaguars
Team Rating: 78ovr
2010 Records: 8-8 (2nd in AFC South)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Jack Del Rio(80ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: QB Blaine Gabbert(75ovr) — Missouri
Outlook: The Jaguars had a decent season in 2010, and were in the playoff hunt up to the end of the season. I have ranked the Jaguars so low because they can't seem to get their quarterback situation figured out. David Garrard struggled last season and is injury-prone. Also, they have a terrible defense which ranked 27th in 2010. These are two of the most important elements to winning in the NFL. The Jaguars will not reach the playoffs or their previous season win total in 2011.



24. Arizona Cardinals
Team Rating: 73ovr
2010 Record: 5-11 (4th in NFC West)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Ken Whisenhunt(65ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: CB Patrick Peterson(82ovr) — LSU
Outlook: The Cardinals showed what they can do when they have a great quarterback when they went to the Super Bowl, and they have showed what happens when they do not have a good quarterback when they only won five games. Once again, the Cardinals have a quarterback in Kevin Kolb. Kolb is a little untested, but he should boost Larry Fitzgerald back to an top three wide receiver. The Cardinals have a very good shot at winning the NFC West, and I expect them to climb the power ranking ladder as the season progresses.



23. San Francisco 49ers
Team Rating: 78ovr
2010 Record: 6-10 (3rd in NFC West)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Jim Harbaugh(70ovr) — NEW
2011 1st round draft pick: ROLB Aldon Smith(77ovr) — Missouri
Outlook: In 2010, the 49ers were a sleeper Super Bowl pick, needless to say they did not live up to their expectations. It has been said for the past few seasons, but I expect this is Alex Smith's last shot, or he will be officially labeled a bust and turn into a backup. Running back Frank Gore missed five games in 2010 and failed to eclipse the 1,000-yard rushing mark for the first time since his rookie year. The addition of Braylon Edwards should greatly help Alex Smith and take pressure off the young Michael Crabtree. The 49ers are another team that has great potential to sneak up the power rankings.



22. Tennessee Titans
Team Rating: 75ovr
2010 Record: 6-10 (4th in AFC South)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Mike Munchak(70ovr) — NEW
2011 1st round draft pick: QB Jake Locker(74ovr) — Washington
Outlook: The Titans are another team that showed how important a good quarterback is in 2010. Vince Young couldn't control himself off the field, and Kerry Collins couldn't control anything on the field. It is unfortunate for the Titans that Young needed a change of scenery because he would have been a better starting option over the newly acquired Matt Hasselbeck. Chris Johnson looks poised to return as the No. 1 runner in football in 2011. Also, the Titans announced they are planning to make Johnson the highest paid running back in the NFL. The Titans are capable of making a playoff run, but they still need to put all of their puzzle pieces together.



21. St. Louis Rams
Team Rating: 80ovr
2010 Record: 7-9 (2nd in NFC West)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Steve Spanguolo(70ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: RE Robert Quinn(78ovr) — North Carolina
Outlook: Sam Bradford had a very impressive rookie season throwing 18 touchdowns,15 interceptions and over 3,500 yards. The Rams added Mike-Sims Walker from the Jaguars to give Bradford a legit No.1 receiving option. Bradford will also have Mark Clayton back from injury who was a favorite target early in the 2010 season. Steven Jackson will continue to take pressure off Bradford, and the Rams will be in the thick of the NFC West title race.



20. Minnesota Vikings
Team Rating: 73ovr
2010 Record: 6-10 (4th in NFC North)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Leslie Frazier(70ovr) — NEW
2011 1st round draft pick: QB Christian Ponder(73ovr) — Florida State
Outlook: The Vikings window to win a Super Bowl closed when Brett Favre threw the final pass of his career into the arms of Saints cornerback Tracy Porter in the 2009 NFC Championship game. They still have a chance to make some noise with Adrian Peterson and new veteran quarterback Donovan McNabb. McNabb is coming off his worst NFL season, but he is still a better option than Tavaris Jackson. The real problem for the Vikings this year is not their own talent, but the talent of the NFC North which is arguable the best division in the NFL.



19. Detroit Lions
Team Rating: 79ovr
2010 Record: 6-10 (3rd in NFC North)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Jim Schwartz(65ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: DT Nick Fairley(77ovr) — Auburn
Outlook: The Lions are a strong sleeper pick to make the playoffs. Their whole season will rest on the previously injured shoulders of Matthew Stafford. Stafford played beyond well in his short stints in 2010. He threw six touchdowns and just one interception in his three games. Stafford to Calvin Johnson will be a common announcement this season. This connection on top of the Lions young aggressive defensive line will be a frightening sight for opponents in 2011.



18. Miami Dolphins
Team Rating: 76ovr
2010 Record: 7-9 (3rd in AFC North)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Tony Sparano(70ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: C Mike Pouncey(79ovr) — Florida
Outlook: The Dolphins have a lot of young talent on their team in QB Chad Henne, WR Brandon Marshall and new addition HB Reggie Bush. Henne has the talent to become an unquestioned everyday starter but will have to cut back on his interceptions. The Dolphins have lost both Ronnie Brown and Ricky Williams, but second-round draft pick Daniel Thomas along with the spark-plug Reggie Bush are suppose to fill their gaps at running back. Even if the Dolphins have a great season, there is still little chance they will get past the New York Jets and New England Patriots.



17. Oakland Raiders
Team Rating: 74ovr
2010 Record: 8-8 (3rd in AFC West)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Hue Jackson(55ovr) — NEW
2011 1st round draft pick: N/A
Outlook: The Raiders are one of those teams that could go 11-5 or 5-11. A lot of it depends on Darren McFadden's health. McFadden had an impressive 5.2 YPC, and with a full season, he could be a top three back in the NFL. To win, the Raiders are also going to have to trust Jason Campbell. They did not give him a fair chance last season, benching him very early on. Campbell has a lot of talent and should be able to do well for the Raiders in 2011.



16. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Team Rating: 84ovr
2010 Record: 10-6 (3rd in NFC South)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Raheem Morris(60ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: RE Adrian Clayborn(76ovr) — Iowa
Outlook: Tampa is one of the best teams in the NFL in terms of age and talent. Josh Freeman has emerged as a outstanding quarterback. LeGarrette Blount has the talent to be a top 10 running back, and Mike Williams had one of the best rookie seasons for a wide receiver in the past decade. There will be a lot of pressure on this young Bucs teams, and if they are able to rise to the occasion, they will have a very good chance at making the playoffs.



15. Dallas Cowboys
Team Rating: 82ovr
2010 Record: 6-10 (3rd in NFC East)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Jason Garrett(75ovr) — NEW
2011 1st round draft pick: RT Tyron Smith(77ovr) — USC
Outlook: The Cowboys were a team that was very highly-touted going into the 2010 season, and they fell flat on their faces. It did not help that Tony Romo was injured for most of the season either. The Cowboys cut some of their fat a.k.a. Roy Williams and Marion Barber (who both went to the Bears). I would expect them to be in the playoff hunt late in the season.



14. Kansas City Chiefs
Team Rating: 84ovr
2010 Record: 10-6 (1st in AFC West)
Playoff Results: Lost in Wild Card
Head Coach: Todd Haley(75ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: WR Jonathan Baldwin(71ovr) — Pittsburgh
Outlook: The Chiefs flew under the radar all last season, and I expect them to do the same again. They had the No. 1 rushing attack in the NFL led by Jamal Charles and his superman-like 6.4 YPC. Matt Cassel also had a great season throwing 27 touchdowns and just seven interceptions. The Chiefs only added to their prolific offense when they drafted wide receiver Johnathan Baldwin and signed Steve Breaston from the Cardinals. The Chiefs will not go down easy as the defending AFC West champions.



13. Houston Texans
Team Rating: 81ovr
2010 Record: 6-10 (3rd in AFC South)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Gary Kubiak(75ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: RE J.J. Watt(79ovr) — Wisconsin
Outlook: The Houston Texans have one of the best offenses in the NFL, unfortunately, they tend to give up more points than they score. The Texans addressed this in the draft taking three defensive players in the first two rounds. If the Texans can get their defense under control they will be a force to be reckoned with.



12. New Orleans Saints
Team Rating: 87ovr
2010 Record: 11-5 (2nd in NFC South)
Playoff Results: Lost in Wild Card
Head Coach: Sean Payton(85ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick(s): LE Cameron Jordan(76ovr) — California; HB Mark Ingram(79ovr) — Alabama
Outlook: The Saints were able to fight off the Super Bowl hangover and get back to the playoffs. Drew Brees had a career worst 22 interceptions, but most people do not realize interceptions are common for Brees who has thrown 15 or more interceptions in six of his nine seasons as a starter. The Saints should have a solid running game with a healthy Pierre Thomas and rookie Mark Ingram. Though it will be a chore for Brees and the Saints to get past the Falcons.



11. New York Giants
Team Rating: 84ovr
2010 Record: 10-6 (2nd in NFC East)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Tom Coughlin(75ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: CB Prince Amukamara(80ovr) — Nebraska
Outlook: The Giants were just on the outside looking in at the playoff picture. Unfortunately for the Giants, it could be a similar scenario this year. Unless the Eagles implode, the Giants are most likely looking at a wild card playoff slot. There will most likely be several teams in the NFC with a 10-6 record who do not make it in 2011. Eli Manning and Ahmad Bradshaw will have to guide the Giants late in the season.



10. Chicago Bears
Team Rating: 84ovr
2010 Record: 11-5 (1st in NFC North)
Playoff Results: Lost in Conference Championship
Head Coach: Lovie Smith(65ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: RT Gabe Carimi(78ovr) — Wisconsin
Outlook: The Chicago Bears are a team still in search of their identity.
Obviously, their defense is tops in the league ranking fourth in points allowed in 2010, but their offense has been inconsistent. Jay Cutler had a rough first year in Chicago, but last season, he cut his interceptions in half despite having a weak wide-receiving*core and being sacked more than any quarterback in the NFL. Matt Forte also had a great season with over 1,600 total yards and will put up similar production this year. The Bears added a few pieces to aid their offense line and have put themselves in position to make another deep postseason run.



9. Indianapolis Colts
Team Rating: 85ovr
2010 Record: 10-6 (1st in AFC South)
Playoff Results: Lost in Wild Card
Head Coach: Jim Caldwell(80ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: LT Anthony Castonzo(75ovr) — Boston College
Outlook: The Colts are not used to playing in the wild card round, and it showed last season when they were upset by the New York Jets. Peyton Manning is starting to show his age and will be entering this 2011 season with yet another injury. (Manning had surgery in the offseason on his neck) The Colts will make the playoffs in 2011, but I would not be surprised by another early exit.



8. New York Jets
Team Rating: 87ovr
2010 Record: 11-5 (2nd in AFC East)
Playoff Results: Lost in Conference Championship
Head Coach: Rex Ryan(75ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: LE Muhammad Wilkerson(70ovr) — Temple
Outlook: The Jets were again halted in the AFC Championship game for the second year in a row. But they showed great promise knocking off both the Colts and the Patriots in the playoffs. Mark Sanchez improved some on his rookie year throwing 17 touchdowns and 13 interceptions. Sanchez has weapons all around him, and now in his third year, he will have to perform better for the Jets to advance to the Super Bowl.



7. Baltimore Ravens
Team Rating: 85ovr
2010 Record: 12-4 (2nd in AFC North)
Playoff Results: Lost in Divisional
Head Coach: John Harbaugh(85ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: CB Jimmy Smith(76ovr) — Colorado
Outlook: the Ravens are a team that will have a shot at the title for at least three to five years. Joe Flacco played very well last season with a QB rating of 93.6. Where the Ravens real offense lies is in Ray Rice. Rice had a good year rushing for over 1,200 yards, but he will have to improve on his four YPC in 2011. The Ravens aging defense was helped by the lockout giving them more time to rest, and I expect the Ravens to come out red hot this season.



6. San Diego Chargers
Team Rating: 86ovr
2010 Record: 9-7 (2nd in AFC West)
Playoff Results: N/A
Head Coach: Norv Turner(85ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: LE Corey Liuget(73ovr) — Illinois
Outlook: The Chargers have showed the NFL the importance of special teams. Last season (in terms of yards), the Chargers had the No. 1 offense and defense in the league. Unfortunately, their special teams were so bad, that it cost them at least three games. On top of their impressive overall defense and offense, Philip Rivers is arguable the best quarterback in the NFL. Rivers threw for 4,700 yards, 30 touchdowns and just 13 interceptions, and that was without his No. 1 target in Vincent Jackson. The Chargers will not allow their special teams to cost them games this season and will be one of the best teams in the NFL.



5. Atlanta Falcons
Team Rating: 88ovr
2010 Record: 13-3 (1st in NFC South)
Playoff Results: Lost in Divisional
Head Coach: Mike Smith(90ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: WR Julio Jones(78ovr) — Alabama
Outlook: The Falcons and quarterback Matt Ryan were unbeatable at home until the playoffs when the eventual Super Bowl champions came to town and beat them by 27 points in their own dome. The Falcons have one of the best running back and wide receiver combo in the NFL in Michael Turner and Roddy White. The two combined for over 2,700 yards and 22 touchdowns. The Falcons defense is in the middle of the road but has the talent to be great. The Falcons should not have any problems remaining atop the NFC South.



4. Pittsburgh Steelers
Team Rating: 90ovr
2010 Record: 12-4 (1st in AFC North)
Playoff Results: Lost in Super Bowl
Head Coach: Mike Tomlin(90ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: RE Cameron Hayward(73ovr) — Ohio State
Outlook: Due to his suspension, Ben Roethlisberger only played in 12 games, but he played very well in those games throwing over 3,200 yards. The Steelers have one of the best defenses in the NFL, ranking second in 2010. With a full year of Big Ben, the Steelers should surpass their win total in 2010 and make another run at the Super Bowl.



3. Philadelphia Eagles
Team Rating: 93ovr
2010 Record: 10-6 (1st in NFC East)
Playoff Results: Lost in Wild Card
Head Coach: Andy Reid(75ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: LG Danny Watkins(75ovr) — Baylor
Outlook: The Eagles have been dubbed the "dream team" because of their many offseason acquisitions. Some of their new stars are; CB Nnamdi Asomugha, CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, QB Vince Young, RB Ronnie Brown and several others. There is no doubt that the Eagles have an extreme amount of pure talent, but the Miami Heat have shown that throwing a bunch of talented athletes together does not automatically equate to a championship.



2. New England Patriots
Team Rating: 90ovr
2010 Record: 14-2 (1st in AFC East)
Playoff Results: Lost in Divisional
Head Coach: Bill Belichick(85ovr) — AKA “Josh Moore” (in game)
2011 1st round draft pick: LT Nate Solder(75ovr) — Colorado
Outlook: The Patriots are consummate professionals. They are always building and growing while they are still winning. This year, they have added Albert Haynesworth DT from Washington and Chad Ochocinco from Cincinnati. Bill Belichick and the Patriots will have to reel in these “wild children" and make them part of their championship-caliber organization. One of the quiet surprises from last season was BenJarvus Green-Ellis who had over 1,000 yards and 13 touchdowns. If Green-Ellis can put up similar numbers this season, the Patriots will be a Super Bowl Favorite.



1. Green Bay Packers
Team Rating: 92ovr
2010 Record: 10-6 (2nd in NFC North)
Playoff Results: Super Bowl champions
Head Coach: Mike McCarthy(90ovr)
2011 1st round draft pick: LG Derek Sherrod(78ovr) — Mississippi State
Outlook: The defending champion Green Bay Packers are the clear-cut favorite to repeat and take the Vince Lombardi trophy home two years in a row. This season, they will have running back Ryan Grant healthy, who was injured all of last season as well as tight end Jermichael Finley. Reigning Super Bowl MVP Aaron Rodgers and the Packers will begin their 2011 campaign by trying to dethrone the defending NFC North champion Chicago Bears. The Green Bay Packers will have their work cut out for them in a very tough NFC North, but I would expect another very deep playoff run in 2011.






*UP NEXT: The official 2011 All-Madden team selection show, hosted by John Madden!

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PART TWO:
“2011 ALL-MADDEN TEAM”







Head Coach: Mike McCarthy(90ovr) — Green Bay Packers



OFFENSE


(Patriots QB, Tom Brady is one of the four players with a 99ovr rating)

QB: Tom Brady (99ovr) — New England Patriots
HB: Adrian Peterson(97ovr) — Minnesota Vikings
HB: Chris Johnson(96ovr) — Tennessee Titans
FB: Ovie Mughelli(94ovr) — Atlanta Falcons
WR: Andre Johnson(97ovr) — Houston Texans
WR: Roddy White(96ovr) — Atlanta Falcons(x2)
TE: Antonio Gates(99ovr) — San Diego Chargers
LT: Jake Long(97ovr) — Miami Dolphins
LG: Carl Nicks(96ovr) — New Orleans Saints
C: Nick Mangold(97ovr) — New York Jets
RG: Jahri Evans(98ovr) — New Orleans Saints(x2)
RT: Tyson Clabo(93ovr) — Atlanta Falcons(x3)

DEFENSE



(Steelers SS, Troy Polamalu leads the defense with a 99ovr rating)

LE: Justin Tuck(94ovr) — New York Giants
RE: Haloti Ngata(97ovr) — Baltimore Ravens
DT: Kevin Williams(97ovr) — Minnesota Vikings(x2)
DT: Vince Wilfork(96ovr) — New England Patriots(x2)
LOLB: Clay Matthews(95ovr) — Green Bay Packers(x2)
MLB: Patrick Willis(98ovr) — San Francisco 49ers
ROLB: DeMarcus Ware(98ovr) — Dallas Cowboys
CB: Darrelle Revis(99ovr) — New York Jets(x2)
CB: Nnamdi Asomugha(98ovr) — Philadelphia Eagles
FS: Ed Reed(98ovr) — Baltimore Ravens(x2)
SS: Troy Polamalu(99) — Pittsburgh Steelers

SPECIAL TEAMS


K: Ryan Longwell(96ovr) — Minnesota Vikings(x3)
P: Shane Lechler(98ovr) — Oakland Raiders
KR: Leon Washington(99ovr) — Seattle Seahawks





*UP NEXT: Part three of the 2011 season preview, we look at the most intriguing storylines and biggest questions heading into the upcoming season. The preseason is about to get underway!

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PART THREE:
“10 BURNING QUESTIONS FOR THE UPCOMING SEASON”




01. IS CAM NEWTON FOR REAL?
One year ago, Newton was a name known by few people outside of the South. Essentially kicked out of school at Florida, he spent a year at Blinn College in Texas before landing at Auburn, where he was expected, at best, to improve the team by a game or two from the previous season. As it turned out, he led the Tigers to their first national title since 1957, demonstrating all of the leadership skills coveted by NFL franchises. Debate persists as to whether it was wise for the Panthers to select him with the No. 1 overall pick, as his skills are raw and they selected quarterback Jimmy Clausen in the first round in 2010. But Newton has impressed thus far, even eliciting a "wow" response from new coach Ron Rivera when he was asked of his impression of the rookie. It remains a possibility that he could start in week one.


02. CAN JASON GARRETT AND ROB RYAN REVIVE THE COWBOYS?
Upon being named the Cowboys' offensive coordinator in 2007, Garrett improved the unit to second in the league, becoming one of the hottest head coaching prospects. The Cowboys managed to keep the poachers at bay, and it appeared to pay dividends in 2010 when he guided the team to a 5-3 finish after a 1-7 start under Wade Phillips. During the offseason, he tasked Rob Ryan with improving a defense that surrendered the second-most points in the league last season. Confidence has already risen, as evidenced by Ryan's comments seemingly directed at the Eagles: "I don't know if we win the all-hype team. I think that might have gone to somebody else, but we're going to beat their *** when we play them.”


03. WILL THE EAGLES “DREAM” OFFSEASON RESULT IN A BIG SEASON?
That hype has come with additions of Nnamdi Asomugha, Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, Jason Babin, Cullen Jenkins and Ronnie Brown. Before their active offseason, the Eagles were already favored to win the NFC East — now they're drawing comparisons to the Miami Heat and the Dream Team, the latter of which was made by new backup quarterback Vince Young. Meeting immense expectations, especially those you have for yourself, can be extraordinarily difficult. Just ask the 2000 Redskins.


04. WILL THE JETS ACTUALLY FOLLOW THROUGH ON REX RYAN’S GUARANTEE?
On multiple occasions, Rex Ryan has predicted a Jets' Super Bowl victory. Last May, in a display of unity, Bart Scott backed his coach by saying the Jets would be a "joke" by not following through on the latest guarantee. Such confidence is why they rarely lack swagger and intensity, which makes them one of the most captivating teams to watch in the league. Their reputation has been forged with stingy defense — last season, it ranked third in the league in yards allowed per game — but the offense wasn't bad either, tallying the fourth-most rushing yards per game in the league. The continued development of Mark Sanchez and the passing game could prevent Ryan from looking like a “joke.”


05. WILL THE PATRIOTS’ NEW VETERANS PROPEL THE TEAM TO THE SUPER BOWL?
Attempting to keep up with their division rival, the Patriots have added a few big names. Bill Belichick is now faced with maximizing the contributions of Chad Ochocinco, Albert Haynesworth and Shaun Ellis in an effort to reverse his team's recent playoff misfortunes. Ellis, who always performed well against the Pats, was selected by the Jets in the first round of the 2000 draft with the pick they were awarded when Belichick left for the Pats. The obstacles of age and attitude haven't slowed the coach in the past, and he figures to have his latest assemblage of characters competing for a deep playoff run.


06. WILL PEYTON MANNING FINALLY SUCCUMB TO INJURY?
In 13 NFL seasons, Manning has never missed a game and has only missed one snap due to injury, a remarkable feat for arguably the best quarterback of his era. Now at age 35, rebounding from a second neck surgery, there's doubt as to whether he'll last an entire season. Backup quarterback Curtis Painter has been running the first team offense in training camp, allowing Manning to fully recuperate. On the heels of inking a five-year, $90 million contract, Manning will undoubtedly be motivated to justify the deal. But the question remains: will he get the help he needs on offense? A setback or lack of progression could enable the Texans or Jaguars to capture their first AFC South title.


07. CAN KEVIN KOLB SHINE AS A CONSISTENT STARTER?
The surprising reemergence of Michael Vick made Kolb expendable, prompting the Eagles to find him a new home in Arizona. Exchanged for Rodgers-Cromartie and a second-round pick, his arrival makes the Cardinals contenders in the weak NFC West despite the fact that he's only started seven games in his career. A Super Bowl team three seasons ago under the guidance of Kurt Warner, the Cardinals' offense has sputtered, falling from the one of the best in the league in yards per game in 2008 to the second-worst in 2010. Ideally, the Kolb and Fitzgerald tandem will anchor the offense for the next several years.


08. WILL TIM TEBOW GET A SHOT?
Grins of astonishment from NFL brass followed the surprise selection of Tebow in the first round of the 2010 draft. However, his performance as a starter in three games at the end of last season under interim head coach Eric Studesville caught many by surprise, as he showed promise throwing and running the ball. Kyle Orton remains the favorite to win the starting gig heading into the season, but Tebow still has the opportunity secure it as his own — if he can continue to overcome the naysayers. Recently, Merril Hoge lambasted him on Twitter, writing that "It's embarrassing to think the broncos could win with Tebow." That evoked a response from LeBron James, who in turn tweeted "Tim Tebow will succeed in the NFL." There are some believers.


09. WHICH NEW TEAMS WILL MAKE PLAYOFF RUNS?
Last season, the upstart Bucs narrowly missed the playoffs in the difficult NFC South. Josh Freeman elevated his game, tossing more than 3,000 yards, 23 touchdowns and just six interceptions. His growth, along with the emergence of LeGarrette Blount, could help the team secure a Wild Card berth. The Lions are a sexy pick with Suh and Stafford leading their defense and offense, but the injuries of rookie defensive tackle Nick Fairley and rookie running back Mikel Leshoure, who'll miss the season with a torn Achilles tendon, are disconcerting. The Texans improved their defense by hiring Wade Phillips as the new coordinator, focusing their draft on pass rushers, and then signing Johnathan Joseph and Danieal Manning to bolster their historically ineffective secondary. The Cardinals, as previously mentioned, now have a competent quarterback to potentially take advantage of a weak division.


10. WILL CARSON PALMER PLAY AT ALL THIS YEAR?
It's clear that Carson Palmer and the Cincinnati Bengals are not on the same page anymore, and Bengals owner Mike Brown has made it clear that he does not plan on trading Palmer. With both sides at a standoff, Cincinnati looks is preparing to move on from the situation by selecting TCU quarterback Andy Dalton in the second round of the draft. So, if Palmer is going to stick to his word, he should retire soon.



Speaking of retirements…









BONUS: BRETT FAVRE… WILL HE STAY RETIRED?
Who knows!? Will Brett Favre stay retired? No one knows! SI writer, Peter King reported earlier this month that*"being slightly tempted about playing football again.” Oh, great...What are some of his possible destinations? Miami? San Fransisco?





*UP NEXT: The fourth and final edition of the 2011 Season Preview highlighting some of the key position battles, the latest on injuries coming out of training camp, and free agents looking to get signed before the season officially starts.


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Editor’s Note: This article was originally posted by a guest columnist on August 18th, 2011 - www.guysgab.com. I plan on doing my own write ups in the future. The 2011 season was such a long time ago and I felt it was appropriate to post just to catch people up to speed regarding the latest happenings of the league prior to the season and before this franchise truly gets underway.

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PART FOUR:
“PRESEASON PREVIEW”





(Feb. 06, 2011 — Super Bowl XLV — Cowboys Stadium — Arlington, TX)



GREEN BAY PACKERS SET TO DEFEND TITLE
The Vince Lombardi Trophy has returned home! The Green Bay Packers defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers by a score of 31-25 to become Super Bowl champions! Aaron Rodgers’ arm led the attack and was named the Most Valuable Player.




(Aaron Rodgers — 24/39, 304 YDS, 3 TD)



NEXT IN LINE: KEY QUARTERBACK POSITION BATTLES HEADING INTO PRESEASON




(Tebow 3:16 in Denver?)

Cincinnati Bengals: Andy Dalton(R;72ovr), Bruce Gradkowski(75ovr), *Carson Palmer(83ovr)
Denver Broncos: Kyle Orton(82ovr), Brady Quinn(72ovr), Tim Tebow(75ovr)
Jacksonville Jaguars: Blaine Gabbert(R;75ovr), David Garrard(83ovr), Luke McCown(72ovr)
Carolina Panthers: Jimmy Clausen(70ovr), Cam Newton(R;77ovr)
Washington Redskins: John Beck(73ovr), Rex Grossman(74ovr)
Seattle Seahawks: Tarvaris Jackson (74ovr), Charlie Whitehurst(73ovr)
Tennessee Titans: Matt Hassleback(84ovr), Jake Locker(R;74ovr)
Minnesota Vikings: Donovan McNabb(82ovr), Christian Ponder(R;73ovr)



MEDICAL REPORTS OUT OF TRAINING CAMP; INJURY BUG HITS ROOKIE HB’S




(ARI HB, Ryan Williams, a 2nd round pick out of Virginia Tech — will miss entire season)

ARI HB Ryan Williams(R;73ovr) — complete achilles tear — OUT FOR SEASON
NYG DT Marvin Austin(R;69ovr) — torn pectoral muscle — OUT FOR SEASON
NYG CB Terrell Thomas(85ovr) — complete ACL tear — OUT FOR SEASON
DET HB Mikel Leshoure(R;72ovr) — complete ACL tear — OUT FOR SEASON
CAR DT Ron Edwards(81ovr) — torn pectoral muscle — OUT FOR SEASON
BAL SS Marcus Paschal(53ovr) — complete ACL tear — OUT FOR SEASON



SOMETHING TO PROVE: NOTABLE PLAYERS LOOKING FOR A HOME THIS SEASON




(Will a team gamble on T.O., 39 — does he have anything left in the tank?)

QB: Jake Delhome(73ovr)
HB: Tiki Barber(82ovr), Clinton Portis(80ovr), Brian Westbrook(82ovr)
FB: Leonard Weaver(87ovr)
WR: Terrell Owens(84ovr)
LT: Bryant Mckinnie(85ovr)

(Former Chiefs LG, Brian Waters — named to Pro Bowl previous year — highest rated overall FA)
LG: Brian Waters(91ovr)
RT: Jon Stinchomb(88ovr), Mark Tauscher(86ovr)
RG: Leonard Davis(84ovr)
C: Shaun O’Hara(89ovr)
DT: Pat Williams(86ovr)
RE: Antwan Odom(84ovr)
LOLB: Julian Peterson(81ovr)

(MLB Lofa Tatupu — 3x Pro Bowler — highest rated DEF FA)
MLB: Lofa Tatupu(88ovr)
ROLB: Keith Bulluck(84ovr)
CB: Kelvin Hayden(85ovr)
FS: Darren Sharper(82ovr)
SS: Lawyer Milloy(84ovr)
K: John Kasay(89ovr)




*UP NEXT: Preseason recap with complete results and highlights. News from around the league, updated depth chart(s) along with week-by-week roster cuts — find out who made the Ravens final 53-man roster as we gear up for the regular season.


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Editor’s Note: You may now post. The majority of players placed on Injured Reserve actually got injured during the course of the preseason. Blame it on my 08/29 roster update. Sorry, guys — just play along haha. The preseason is a bit of a chore to get through so I’ll just be doing a minor detailed recap of the games, news updates, etc… in a few posts. I’m excited to get to the regular season — a chance at revenge week one against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Bring it!

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