Around the NFL: NFC East (Preseason Predicitons)

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Last year's standings:

Eagles 13-3: Lost to the Patriots in the Super Bowl.

NY Giants 6-10: A team in transition with a new head coach, rookie QB.

Cowboys: 6-10: After a strong first season, Parcells and the boys slipped to a disappointing 6 win finish.

Redskins 6-10: Another typical Snyder-era team, new coach, new QB, same old results.

Here's my predictions for 2005:

Eagles 11-5: The TO saga should tone down once the season gets rolling and the Eagles will get back to business winning games. Still the cream of the crop in this division and perhaps the entire NFC.

Redskins 10-6: The retooled offense will give the Skins just enough to compliment a strong D and running game... and compete for a wildcard. Everyone's trendy pick of the Cardinals in the NFC will suddenly change to the Redskins by midseason.

Cowboys 8-8: Solid improvements have been made on defense, but I'm not sure if Bledsoe is what the doctor ordered for that offense, especially if they can't protect him.

NY Giants 6-10: Manning should be improved, but not enough to make a huge difference. The Giants still have holes up front and not enough weapons.