Madden NFL 12 Team Ratings - AFC West (ESPN)

[Bolt4Life24]

Re: Madden NFL 12 Team Ratings - AFC West (ESPN)

My prediction:

Chargers: 12-4
Raiders: 8-8
Broncos: 7-9
Chiefs: 6-10

I do believe the Raiders will be very good in Madden this year again. Last year they started out in Madden amazing because all of their WRs were so fast. Speed kills in this game. I don't think they are over rated in the 'overall'. Division games aren't like normal games. Raiders vs Giants is a lot different than Raiders vs Chiefs/Broncos/Chargers. The Bills can beat the Patriots, but lose to everyone else. I will never bet on division games. Hopefully, for Raider fans, they can resign Aso.

Last season special teams kill the Bolts and lost three games for them. Not to mention having the most transactions from injury in a season hurts too.

Chiefs are the Dolphins.

Broncos I believe will surprise some people.

[PowerPitcher]

HUH? Look at the stats, the raiders were middle of the road last year pass blocking and great at run blocking. and no a RB wont do anything if the line doesnt block well. At times last year the raisers physically dominated other teams. Only barry sanders could still get yardage with no blocking.

23rd in passing yards isn't middle of the road in the NFL champ, and pass blocking and run blocking are different, goes to show how much you DONT know about football. McFadden had a good year last year, when you look at the pure $*** seasons he had before that, I wouldn't expect another 1k yard season from him this year, I don't care HOW good you THINK the run blocking is.
Also I noticed you didn't take my bet, good choice.

[gohogsfan14]

Re: Madden NFL 12 Team Ratings - AFC West (ESPN)

23rd in passing yards isn't middle of the road in the NFL champ, and pass blocking and run blocking are different, goes to show how much you DONT know about football. McFadden had a good year last year, when you look at the pure $*** seasons he had before that, I wouldn't expect another 1k yard season from him this year, I don't care HOW good you THINK the run blocking is.
Also I noticed you didn't take my bet, good choice.

Well to be fair Dmac was injured a lot the first two seasons and he had jamarcus russell, not all on the OL. I think he can improve over last year

I think losing Gallery could hurt but Veldheer and Wisniewski (sp?) could be a pretty good start for the future

[PowerPitcher]

Well to be fair Dmac was injured a lot the first two seasons and he had jamarcus russell, not all on the OL. I think he can improve over last year

I think losing Gallery could hurt but Veldheer and Wisniewski (sp?) could be a pretty good start for the future

Thank you! INJURED! Not something a HB should be very often and expect to be in the NFL for long. Also I really don't think Russell or any QB has much of an effect on a HB's performance.

[gohogsfan14]

Re: Madden NFL 12 Team Ratings - AFC West (ESPN)

Thank you! INJURED! Not something a HB should be very often and expect to be in the NFL for long. Also I really don't think Russell or any QB has much of an effect on a HB's performance.

You dont think it makes a difference that the defense can load the box on him? Campbell isnt an all star but he is 100 times better than jamarcus was

[brettmickey]

Re: Madden NFL 12 Team Ratings - AFC West (ESPN)

You dont think it makes a difference that the defense can load the box on him? Campbell isnt an all star but he is 100 times better than jamarcus was

I agree having at least a decent QB takes a lot of pressure off of the running game. With that said, every single starter and backup currently in the NFL is 100 times better than Jamarcus haha so that isn't saying too much. Campbell had a fairly blah season last year though. It's funny how teams that haven't had a franchise QB in many years get an average QB and forget what a franchise QB looks like and I see it with Bills fans too.

[happymadison]

Re: Madden NFL 12 Team Ratings - AFC West (ESPN)

My prediction:

Chargers: 12-4
Raiders: 8-8
Broncos: 7-9
Chiefs: 6-10

I do believe the Raiders will be very good in Madden this year again. Last year they started out in Madden amazing because all of their WRs were so fast. Speed kills in this game. I don't think they are over rated in the 'overall'. Division games aren't like normal games. Raiders vs Giants is a lot different than Raiders vs Chiefs/Broncos/Chargers. The Bills can beat the Patriots, but lose to everyone else. I will never bet on division games. Hopefully, for Raider fans, they can resign Aso.

Last season special teams kill the Bolts and lost three games for them. Not to mention having the most transactions from injury in a season hurts too.

Chiefs are the Dolphins.

Broncos I believe will surprise some people.

the chiefs may not win the division but 6-10 not likely and the charger's 12-4 is kind of silly to think, but then again i'm a chief's fan so you know how homer's are.

[HEATBLUES357]

Since I didn't get NCAA this year I more than likely will purchase Madden. They at least this year took a big step foward and not plant their feet in the ground. I'm liking how it looks, also my Chiefs are finally proving to be a force in the NFL. With a very tough schedule ahead I will be more than happen with 9 or 10 wins. They'll be beast in this game with Charles, I always find that backs with a speed rating of 98 are very easy to make a successful team with. GO CHIEFS!!!! lol

[HEATBLUES357]

Boy do I have my work cut out for me.

Yes you do sir, and god speed haha

[HEATBLUES357]

The Raiders have always had talent. Many scouts and analysts were stunned that the Raiders took Heyward-Bey. Al Davis loves speed.

I sense a disgruntled homer?

How is it way too low? They wen't 2-8 outside the division and you guys were losing to the NFC WEST!!!!!!!! Come on man!!

[HEATBLUES357]

I say
Raiders 70
Broncos 72
Chargers 84
Chiefs 87

I like that

[NYfanatic]

I will raise Tebow's overall to a 83 or so. I alos think if the Broncos do get Williams to add to their RB's and maybe some help on Defense then the broncos could be a 78 or so.

[db56]

Re: Madden NFL 12 Team Ratings - AFC West (ESPN)

I'm a Broncos fan and this is the way I see the AFC West:

1. Chargers
2-4, its a toss up.

The NFL is all about the QB and SD is the only team that has a proven Veteran that can carry the team. M. Cassel has improved, but has yet to prove he can carry the team. The Raiders probably have the most talent, but J. Campbell has never done anything, he has the talent, but needs to take the next step. The Broncos claim to be undecided, obviously they didnt watch the film because a green Tebow was equal to a healthy, experienced Orton. I understand the dynamic of competition though...

I'll bet my money on Rivers, until somebody else steps up....

[JaySmooov]

Broncos look like a legit rebuilding job; same could be said for Kansas City, although it seems they're on the cusp.

I'd use Tebow. You can nurture him alone by using his mobility against the defenses and throwing short, quick-hitting patterns. And with DDP in the game, if you get him into a rhythm, he's automatically better than Orton with a rating increase.

[JaySmooov]

The Raiders need to just go to a full spread. They have the players for it.