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Paintrain 05-31-2006, 07:26 PM I was having this discussion with some friends earlier.. Make an argument that the Redskins aren't the most balanced team with the least number of question marks going into training camp. Here's my case:
Offense-Brunell is the popular punching bag, but when healthy he was very effective in '05. WR corp was upgraded, line is the best in the division, Portis is proven.
Defense-Ryan Clark and Renaldo Wynn are the only every down starters replaced because Arrington was taken out on 3rd downs and Carter/Archuleta are clear upgrades. The only true question mark is McIntosh at WLB since he is a rookie.
Cowboys question marks-OL, RB health, TO (off field questions aside, he's only played in 16 games once since '99), secondary
Eagle question marks-WR!!!, OL health, secondary, OLB
Giants question marks-QB consistency, secondary, WR consistency
That Guy 05-31-2006, 07:38 PM skins: WLB, QB, OL depth...
dmek25 05-31-2006, 07:42 PM defense wins championships.and the skins do have that.if our line plays above average,and keeps brunell on his feet,the sky is the limit.hell,the ravens won a super bowl with trent freakin dilfer
That Guy 05-31-2006, 07:47 PM defense wins championships.and the skins do have that.if our line plays above average,and keeps brunell on his feet,the sky is the limit.hell,the ravens won a super bowl with trent freakin dilfer
yeah, but that's the exception, and that D was apenuts out of its mind that year.
number21isabadman 05-31-2006, 07:56 PM yeah but ill tell u what with the amount of time our guys have been together and bringing in younger unselfish talented players like mcintosh look out for this defense to be one of the best in the league.
SkinsLove24/7 05-31-2006, 08:16 PM the ravens won a super bowl with trent freakin dilfer
Pretty much enough said right there.
#56fanatic 05-31-2006, 08:31 PM I would argue that the G-men and the skins are pretty close in terms of overall balance. Brunell when healthy could lead us deap. that pretty much sums up any weakness in the offense. the defense, losing arrington may hurt, but I believe we have enough talent at LB to fill the need. Whether its a veteran stepping in(holdman, clemens, mccune) or McIntosh. the Giants have everyone back with some big upgrades on D. LaVar coming in with pierce and signing Brandon Short as a backup. plus they signed Will Demps, RW McQuarter, Sam Madison, I think they made HUGE strides on that side of the ball. and when healthy last year, the D was pretty damn good. I dont think TO signing is going to be that good, but Dallas did lose 3 or more games by a field goal and they signed Vanderjack so that gives them instant credit in terms of special teams. The Eagles will be pretty good. Donavan healthy, Westbrook healthy will make average receivers look good. plus the TE LJ Smith will be better this year. the D always plays good. Overall, I would have to give the balance edge to...................... THE SKINS!!!! of course.
Beemnseven 05-31-2006, 10:15 PM I would argue that the G-men and the skins are pretty close in terms of overall balance . . . the Giants have everyone back with some big upgrades on D. LaVar coming in with pierce and signing Brandon Short as a backup. plus they signed Will Demps, RW McQuarter, Sam Madison, I think they made HUGE strides on that side of the ball.
I don't know, it seems like I've been hearing about those guys for YEARS. McQuarters and Madison might be upgrades over what they had, but really, it reminds me of us signing Stanley Richard and Mark Carrier -- guys who were good in their day, but their tanks are about a quarter full if that.
I'll give the Giants a big advantage at quarterback. As much as I would enjoy witnessing it, I just don't see Eli Manning taking a step back. He's only going to get better folks.
number21isabadman 05-31-2006, 10:39 PM I agree coming in year three as quarterback look for him to be alot more comfortable back there, they also now how a similar playmaker to santana moss because its his brother sinorice, now i dont feel that he will come right out and make an impact but just his speed should draw defenses to play a little softer and he is a definant complimant to plaxico burress.
GTripp0012 06-01-2006, 12:08 AM I was having this discussion with some friends earlier.. Make an argument that the Redskins aren't the most balanced team with the least number of question marks going into training camp. Here's my case:
Offense-Brunell is the popular punching bag, but when healthy he was very effective in '05. WR corp was upgraded, line is the best in the division, Portis is proven.
Defense-Ryan Clark and Renaldo Wynn are the only every down starters replaced because Arrington was taken out on 3rd downs and Carter/Archuleta are clear upgrades. The only true question mark is McIntosh at WLB since he is a rookie.
Cowboys question marks-OL, RB health, TO (off field questions aside, he's only played in 16 games once since '99), secondary
Eagle question marks-WR!!!, OL health, secondary, OLB
Giants question marks-QB consistency, secondary, WR consistencyThe Skins are easily the most balanced team in the league. That alone will not net a championship, but it's a good place to start.
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