(Sorry for the delay...this should of been posted Friday...enjoy nonetheless)What in God’s creation just happened the last two weeks of the NFL season? I guess if I’m asking, I’m still trying to figure it all out, as well. One thing’s for sure, in the NFL, expect the unexpected!
GET IN THE DAMN HOUSE, Tampa Bay Buccaneers! All you had to do was win one measly game over the last two weeks, and you were in! Your opponents? The San Diego Chargers and the lowly Oakland Raiders. Ok, the loss to the Chargers is something I can understand. They were the more desperate team, at the time, having to run the table, to have any chance at the playoffs. But, the Raiders? The Bucs have always been anchored by their defense, and this year wasn’t any different. The ‘D’ was stellar the first half of the season, but, ran out of gas after putting it all on the line in the Monday night loss to Carolina. They never recovered, losing the next 3 in a row, ending the season on a 4 game losing streak. As I pointed out a couple of weeks ago, it was only so far Jeff Garcia was going to be able to take this team.
GET IN THE DAMN HOUSE, Dallas Cowboys! All you had to do was win one measly game over the last two weeks, and you were in! You had a much tougher road, with your opponents being the Baltimore Ravens and your division rival Philadelphia Eagles. (In the words of Stephen A. Smith) HOWEVA, your destiny was in your own hands. Or should I say, in the hands of the same person you’ve relied on the past two disappointing seasons, Tony Romo. There’s been a lot of finger pointing in Valley Ranch, and in my opinion, the first finger should be pointed at Romo. When it comes to big games, Romo becomes more like ‘OH-NO’! The flubbed hold on a short game winning field goal attempt, against the Seahawks two years ago. Then there was the game ending interception in the end-zone to R.W. McQuarters to spark the Giants Super Bowl run, last year. This year… 183 yards passing, 0 TD’s, and 3 turnovers (1 INT, 2 fumbles), leading the Cowboys to their worse defeat in franchise history… A 44-6 drubbing by the Philadelphia Eagles. The Cowboys have lost there last nine regular season finale’s, and finished with a 1-3 record in the month of December. And you say there’s no need for change Jerry Jones?
For the Rest of you chumps, GET IN THE DAMN HOUSE: Patriots (Wow, the dynasty’s over!), Jets (It’s time, Brett! It’s time!), Broncos (Defense wins championships. No ‘D’, in Denver), Bears (You’ll be on the hot seat next year, Lovie. And, change your damn name, man!), and Redskins (Last place again? ‘Tis the season! HA!)!
Congrats to the Falcons (Vick who?), Dolphins (Chad Pennington and Bill Parcells revitalized their careers), Ravens (Finally got a QB!), Chargers (A team that never quit), and the Eagles (That’s why we play the games)!
Here are the rankings:
1) Tennessee Titans – Home field advantage, relatively healthy, strong run game, stingy defense, and a great coach. Sounds like the perfect recipe for a Super Bowl run.
2) New York Giants – They’re #2 because they’re the #1 seed in the NFC. Otherwise, this team wouldn’t be in my top 5. They’re not the same without Plaxico Burress! Jacobs will face 8 in the box throughout the playoffs.
3) Pittsburgh Steelers – Big scare seeing Big Ben on a stretcher. The bye week couldn’t have come at a better time. Tomlin will have them ready to play in two weeks, no matter the opponent.
4) Carolina Panthers – The favorite in the NFC, if you ask me. A beat up defensive line and Jake Delhomme’s inconsistent play, could hurt the Panthers in the end.
5) Indianapolis Colts – The favorite in the AFC, if you ask me. Peyton Manning. Enough said.
6) Baltimore Ravens – This is the most dangerous team in the AFC. If Flacco can maintain his level of play, the Ravens can beat any and all of the top seeds. If he comes out and plays like a rookie, it’ll be a long day in Miami!
7) Philadelphia Eagles – How this team is even in the playoffs is beyond me. Sleeper team that seems to have that destiny thing going for them. But, which McNabb will show up?
8) Miami Dolphins – Is this team complacent with just winning the AFC East, or, do they want more? If it’s the latter, look for the upset against the Ravens.
9) Atlanta Falcons – Matt Ryan’s having a magical season. And, will wrap up Rookie of the Year honor’s with a win over the Cardinals.
10) San Diego Chargers – LT says he’s healthy. They’ve won 4 in a row, but, have essentially been in playoff mode for all of those games. Not to mention, Norv Turner is their coach. The end of the road may be near.
GET IN THE DAMN HOUSE, Tampa Bay Buccaneers! All you had to do was win one measly game over the last two weeks, and you were in! Your opponents? The San Diego Chargers and the lowly Oakland Raiders. Ok, the loss to the Chargers is something I can understand. They were the more desperate team, at the time, having to run the table, to have any chance at the playoffs. But, the Raiders? The Bucs have always been anchored by their defense, and this year wasn’t any different. The ‘D’ was stellar the first half of the season, but, ran out of gas after putting it all on the line in the Monday night loss to Carolina. They never recovered, losing the next 3 in a row, ending the season on a 4 game losing streak. As I pointed out a couple of weeks ago, it was only so far Jeff Garcia was going to be able to take this team.
GET IN THE DAMN HOUSE, Dallas Cowboys! All you had to do was win one measly game over the last two weeks, and you were in! You had a much tougher road, with your opponents being the Baltimore Ravens and your division rival Philadelphia Eagles. (In the words of Stephen A. Smith) HOWEVA, your destiny was in your own hands. Or should I say, in the hands of the same person you’ve relied on the past two disappointing seasons, Tony Romo. There’s been a lot of finger pointing in Valley Ranch, and in my opinion, the first finger should be pointed at Romo. When it comes to big games, Romo becomes more like ‘OH-NO’! The flubbed hold on a short game winning field goal attempt, against the Seahawks two years ago. Then there was the game ending interception in the end-zone to R.W. McQuarters to spark the Giants Super Bowl run, last year. This year… 183 yards passing, 0 TD’s, and 3 turnovers (1 INT, 2 fumbles), leading the Cowboys to their worse defeat in franchise history… A 44-6 drubbing by the Philadelphia Eagles. The Cowboys have lost there last nine regular season finale’s, and finished with a 1-3 record in the month of December. And you say there’s no need for change Jerry Jones?
For the Rest of you chumps, GET IN THE DAMN HOUSE: Patriots (Wow, the dynasty’s over!), Jets (It’s time, Brett! It’s time!), Broncos (Defense wins championships. No ‘D’, in Denver), Bears (You’ll be on the hot seat next year, Lovie. And, change your damn name, man!), and Redskins (Last place again? ‘Tis the season! HA!)!
Congrats to the Falcons (Vick who?), Dolphins (Chad Pennington and Bill Parcells revitalized their careers), Ravens (Finally got a QB!), Chargers (A team that never quit), and the Eagles (That’s why we play the games)!
Here are the rankings:
1) Tennessee Titans – Home field advantage, relatively healthy, strong run game, stingy defense, and a great coach. Sounds like the perfect recipe for a Super Bowl run.
2) New York Giants – They’re #2 because they’re the #1 seed in the NFC. Otherwise, this team wouldn’t be in my top 5. They’re not the same without Plaxico Burress! Jacobs will face 8 in the box throughout the playoffs.
3) Pittsburgh Steelers – Big scare seeing Big Ben on a stretcher. The bye week couldn’t have come at a better time. Tomlin will have them ready to play in two weeks, no matter the opponent.
4) Carolina Panthers – The favorite in the NFC, if you ask me. A beat up defensive line and Jake Delhomme’s inconsistent play, could hurt the Panthers in the end.
5) Indianapolis Colts – The favorite in the AFC, if you ask me. Peyton Manning. Enough said.
6) Baltimore Ravens – This is the most dangerous team in the AFC. If Flacco can maintain his level of play, the Ravens can beat any and all of the top seeds. If he comes out and plays like a rookie, it’ll be a long day in Miami!
7) Philadelphia Eagles – How this team is even in the playoffs is beyond me. Sleeper team that seems to have that destiny thing going for them. But, which McNabb will show up?
8) Miami Dolphins – Is this team complacent with just winning the AFC East, or, do they want more? If it’s the latter, look for the upset against the Ravens.
9) Atlanta Falcons – Matt Ryan’s having a magical season. And, will wrap up Rookie of the Year honor’s with a win over the Cardinals.
10) San Diego Chargers – LT says he’s healthy. They’ve won 4 in a row, but, have essentially been in playoff mode for all of those games. Not to mention, Norv Turner is their coach. The end of the road may be near.
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