6th Annual Don’s Prediction League
 

[center][color="#0000FF"][size=5][b]6th Annual Don’s Prediction League[/b][/size][/color][/center]


[color="#FF0000"][size=3][b][center]2011 SEASON [/center][/b][/size][/color]
[center]By [color="#FF0000"][b]DonCanabis/TheDon[/b][/color]
Analyst/Godfather
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[color="#FF0000"][size=4][b][center]CONGRATS TO THE 2010 DON’S PREDICTION LEAGUE CHAMPIONS[/center][/b][/size][/color]
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[FONT=&quot]Hey Everyone[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]With the lockout almost over it's that time of year, training camp it's around the corner and the first preseason game it's a month away. So, it's time invite you guys to my [/FONT][b] [FONT=&quot]6th Annual Don's Prediction League.[/FONT] [/b][FONT=&quot]

Well, as most of you know for previous years, I do a Predictions Column in the board every week during the season that I post here and on other sites, after a few years of doing it, some members started challenge me that they could do a better job than me, so after taking all the trash talk I decided to put any member that wanted to challenge me, up to the test and created this league.

This is a [/FONT][b][FONT=&quot][B]FREE[/B][/FONT][/b] [FONT=&quot]league I run for [/FONT][b][FONT=&quot][B]FUN[/B][/FONT][/b][FONT=&quot], where we all face against each other like fantasy football, It's really easy and entertaining, it also can help you get better in your own analysis if you're a betting man like myself. Or, if you're just a competitive person, and like to prove you're the [/FONT][b] [FONT=&quot]BIG dog[/FONT] [/b] [FONT=&quot]against other Rival Fans, this is the league for you.

[/FONT][b] [FONT=&quot][B]I'm not here to promote any betting site, or my own web page or anything like that[/B][/FONT][/b][B][FONT=&quot],[/FONT][/B][FONT=&quot] this is just for members that bet and already make their own predictions and want to get better at it or prove how good they are, I do this for fun and competition to put something else to the season.[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]
We have Bloggers fans from Dallas, Washington, Arizona, New Orleans, Houston, Indianapolis, Jacksonville, Detroit, Pittsburgh, Miami, San Diego, Baltimore and Denver, we don't have Eagles fans just because I don't want to deal with all their nonsense LOL.[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]
Ok so here is how it works, each week I send via [/FONT][b] [FONT=&quot]e-mail[/FONT][/b] [FONT=&quot] to all the league members the Games of the week with the Vegas Lines for those games. Each member then has to pick in three different ways each game.[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]
[/FONT][b] [FONT=&quot][B]Straight up.-[/B][/FONT] [/b] [FONT=&quot] who's going to win the game it doesn't matter if it 's [/FONT][b] [FONT=&quot]NE vs MIN[/FONT][/b] [FONT=&quot] you only pick who you think is going to win. For example most people here would pick NE[/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]
[/FONT][b] [FONT=&quot][B]Spread.-[/B][/FONT] [/b] [B][FONT=&quot] [/FONT][/B][FONT=&quot]each week Vegas gives a spread of points to keep matches on an even level [/FONT][b] [FONT=&quot][B]example.-[/B][/FONT] [/b] [FONT=&quot] NE vs MIN because NE is so likely to win and possibly big Vegas might give Minnesota 10 points in-favor. That means that if you picked NE, for you to win not only NE has to win the game but has to beat Minnesota for more than 10 points (NE 27- MIN 10), so if you don't think NE can win by 10 points it's a better bet to take Min because even if they lose as long as they don't lose by more than 10 you win (NE 27 MIN 20) In the last example even if Min lost the game if you picked Min for the Spread [/FONT][b] [FONT=&quot]you Won[/FONT][/b][FONT=&quot]. [/FONT]
[FONT=&quot]
[/FONT][b] [FONT=&quot][B]Over/Under.-[/B][/FONT] [/b] [FONT=&quot] Also each week Vegas puts a line of how many points between both team are going to make and you have to pick if they going to score more points between them that what Vegas placed or less. [/FONT][b] [FONT=&quot][B]example.-[/B][/FONT] [/b] [B][FONT=&quot] [/FONT][/B][FONT=&quot]let's take the same game NE vs MIN and Vegas place a Ovr/und line of 48 you know NE has an excellent team and it's going to score some points to MIN, because of this, if you believe that between them they're easily going to score 48 point in that case you select [/FONT][b] [FONT=&quot]Ovr[/FONT][/b] [FONT=&quot] so if the score is NE 37 - MIN 17 =37+17= [/FONT][b] [FONT=&quot][B]54 you win[/B][/FONT][/b][FONT=&quot]. but maybe you think yeah NE might score a lot of points but there's no way MIN can score against NE. in that case you take the under NE 37 - MIN 3 = 37+3= [/FONT][b] [FONT=&quot][B]40 You win[/B][/FONT][FONT=&quot].[/FONT] [/b]
[FONT=&quot]
So, at the end of the week we take all the picks (selections) that each member had right per game and we add it to his score, I send that weeks results and the season results each week and by the end of the year the one with the better record wins.

We have had pretty good member's the past 5 years some with a above [/FONT][b] [FONT=&quot]60% Straight up record and 58% record against the spread that's better than most Vegas experts.[/FONT] [/b][FONT=&quot]
Anyway it's a lot of fun, especially if you think you're better than most so call experts out there.

[/FONT][b] [FONT=&quot][B]Our last Year's winners came from[/B][/FONT][color="#FF0000"]thewarpath.net[B][FONT=&quot] ([/FONT][/B]Mlmpetert[FONT=&quot][B])[/B][/FONT] [/color] [FONT=&quot][B] and[/B][/FONT][color="#FF0000"]detroitlionsforum.com [B][FONT=&quot]([/FONT][/B]Sparty[B][FONT=&quot])[/FONT][/B] [/color] [/b]
[FONT=&quot]
The winner Not only gets bragging rights for 1 year in all the boards I post my columns but a Prize:
[/FONT][b][FONT=&quot][B]1st place will get any item they want from the NFL Shop or their Team shop for no more than $25+shipment or a donation to their team forum for the same amount in their name.[/B][/FONT] [/b]
[FONT=&quot]
This year we will also do a Pre Season Mock league so any newcomer or member that feels a little rusty can get some practice without affecting their record.

So, if you would like to [/FONT][b][FONT=&quot]join write in this thread or send me a PM[/FONT][/b][FONT=&quot] all I need is your email that we're going to use, Screen Name and First name to know who you are.

[/FONT]
GL
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Email : [email]maddy1985@rock.com[/email]
S/n: Meks
Name: Chuck

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EMAIL: [email]Manellasteve@yahoo.com[/email]
S/N Skinsfaninok
Name: Steve

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i'm in, as always ;) it's a good league.

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Glad You are joinning Guys the more we are the better Skinsfaninok & Meks check your mails let me know if you guys have any questions

GL

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[quote=That Guy;812233]i'm in, as always ;) it's a good league.[/quote]

I really like how the competition has gotten better each year I used to run with the Trophy each year now I'm fighting to be in the top 5 every year lol.

GL man

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I probably should just retire since i got lucky last year..... Count me in!

With all the different bords playing last year it was really really fun. Cant wait for this year

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[quote=mlmpetert;812648]I probably should just retire since i got lucky last year..... Count me in!

With all the different bords playing last year it was really really fun. Cant wait for this year[/quote]

Lucky? man you dominated last year 1 think you were the leader for 15 straight weeks and only lost it 1 week and never gave it back

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I'll stick with espn fantasy football

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[center][color="#0000FF"][size=5][b]6th Annual Don’s Prediction League[/b][/size][/color][/center]


[color="#FF0000"][size=3][b][center]2011 SEASON [/center][/b][/size][/color]
[center]By [color="#FF0000"][b]DonCanabis/TheDon[/b][/color]
Analyst/Godfather
[img]http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f125/atw217/brando.png[/img][/center]

[color="#FF0000"][size=4][b][center]CONGRATS TO THE 2010 DON’S PREDICTION LEAGUE CHAMPIONS[/center][/b][/size][/color]
[center] [color="#FF0000"][size=3][b]*** [/b][/size][/color] [color="#0000FF"][size=3][b]Mlmpetert [/color] [/b] from [b]thewarpath.net[/b][/size] [color="#FF0000"][size=3][b]*** [/b][/size][/color]
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OK Everyone

We’re almost a week away of the first preseason game and with it close the circle and have football back in our lives as of right now he have 26 Players signed up for this year’s league of 8 different message boards if you haven’t signed up and you want to join PM me or post on this thread.

Sign up will be closed [size=4][b]Next Monday the 8th of August[/b][/size] so every rookie can play and learn with the preseason games.

Our list of members right now comes from

[color="#0000FF"][size=3][b]steeleraddicts.com
denverbroncos.com
Bengalszone.com
coltfreaks.com
cowboysboard.com
newyorkjets.com
thewarpath.net
blackandgold.com
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Remember

This is a [b]FREE[/b] league I run for [b]FUN[/b], where we all face against each other like fantasy football, It's really easy and entertaining, it also can help you get better in your own analysis if you're a betting man like myself. Or, if you're just a competitive person, and like to prove you're the [b] BIG dog [/b] against other Rival Fans, this is the league for you.

The winner Not only gets bragging rights for 1 year in all the boards I post my columns but a Prize:

[b]1st place will get any item they want from the NFL Shop or their Team shop for no more than $25+shipment or a donation to their team forum for the same amount in their name. [/b]

To see how it works go to the top of the thread
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e-mail: [email]deezledeane@gmail.com[/email]
S/N: Dizzle
Name: Brett Deane

Sounds like a lot of fun. I'm def in.

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[quote=D'BOYZ;812146][CENTER][COLOR=#0000ff][SIZE=5][B]6th Annual Don’s Prediction League[/B][/SIZE][/COLOR][/CENTER]




[COLOR=#ff0000][SIZE=3][B][CENTER]2011 SEASON [/CENTER]
[/B][/SIZE][/COLOR]

[CENTER]By [COLOR=#ff0000][B]DonCanabis/TheDon[/B][/COLOR]

Analyst/Godfather
[IMG]http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f125/atw217/brando.png[/IMG][/CENTER]


[COLOR=#ff0000][SIZE=4][B][CENTER]CONGRATS TO THE 2010 DON’S PREDICTION LEAGUE CHAMPIONS[/CENTER]
[/B][/SIZE][/COLOR]

[CENTER][COLOR=#ff0000][SIZE=3][B]*** [/B][/SIZE][/COLOR][COLOR=#0000ff][SIZE=3][B]Mlmpetert [/B][/SIZE][/COLOR][SIZE=3]from [B]thewarpath.net[/B][/SIZE] [COLOR=#ff0000][SIZE=3][B]*** [/B][/SIZE][/COLOR]


[COLOR=#ff0000][SIZE=3][B]*** [/B][/SIZE][/COLOR][COLOR=#0000ff][SIZE=3][B]Sparty [/B][/SIZE][/COLOR][SIZE=3]from [B]detroitlionsforum.com [/B][/SIZE][COLOR=#ff0000][SIZE=3][B]*** [/B][/SIZE][/COLOR][/CENTER]


[SIZE=3][FONT=&quot]Hey Everyone[/FONT][/SIZE]
[SIZE=3][FONT=&quot]With the lockout almost over it's that time of year, training camp it's around the corner and the first preseason game it's a month away. So, it's time invite you guys to my [/FONT][B][FONT=&quot]6th Annual Don's Prediction League.[/FONT] [/B][/SIZE]

[SIZE=3][FONT=&quot]Well, as most of you know for previous years, I do a Predictions Column in the board every week during the season that I post here and on other sites, after a few years of doing it, some members started challenge me that they could do a better job than me, so after taking all the trash talk I decided to put any member that wanted to challenge me, up to the test and created this league.[/FONT][/SIZE]

[SIZE=3][FONT=&quot]This is a [/FONT][B][FONT=&quot][B]FREE[/B][/FONT][/B] [FONT=&quot]league I run for [/FONT][B][FONT=&quot][B]FUN[/B][/FONT][/B][FONT=&quot], where we all face against each other like fantasy football, It's really easy and entertaining, it also can help you get better in your own analysis if you're a betting man like myself. Or, if you're just a competitive person, and like to prove you're the [/FONT][B][FONT=&quot]BIG dog[/FONT] [/B][FONT=&quot]against other Rival Fans, this is the league for you.[/FONT][/SIZE]

[SIZE=3][B][FONT=&quot][B]I'm not here to promote any betting site, or my own web page or anything like that[/B][/FONT][/B][B][FONT=&quot],[/FONT][/B][FONT=&quot] this is just for members that bet and already make their own predictions and want to get better at it or prove how good they are, I do this for fun and competition to put something else to the season.[/FONT][/SIZE]

[SIZE=3][FONT=&quot]We have Bloggers fans from Dallas, Washington, Arizona, New Orleans, Houston, Indianapolis, Jacksonville, Detroit, Pittsburgh, Miami, San Diego, Baltimore and Denver, we don't have Eagles fans just because I don't want to deal with all their nonsense LOL.[/FONT][/SIZE]

[SIZE=3][FONT=&quot]Ok so here is how it works, each week I send via [/FONT][B][FONT=&quot]e-mail[/FONT][/B] [FONT=&quot]to all the league members the Games of the week with the Vegas Lines for those games. Each member then has to pick in three different ways each game.[/FONT][/SIZE]

[SIZE=3][B][FONT=&quot][B]Straight up.-[/B][/FONT] [/B][FONT=&quot]who's going to win the game it doesn't matter if it 's [/FONT][B][FONT=&quot]NE vs MIN[/FONT][/B] [FONT=&quot]you only pick who you think is going to win. For example most people here would pick NE[/FONT][/SIZE]

[SIZE=3][B][FONT=&quot][B]Spread.-[/B][/FONT] [/B][FONT=&quot]each week Vegas gives a spread of points to keep matches on an even level [/FONT][B][FONT=&quot][B]example.-[/B][/FONT] [/B][FONT=&quot]NE vs MIN because NE is so likely to win and possibly big Vegas might give Minnesota 10 points in-favor. That means that if you picked NE, for you to win not only NE has to win the game but has to beat Minnesota for more than 10 points (NE 27- MIN 10), so if you don't think NE can win by 10 points it's a better bet to take Min because even if they lose as long as they don't lose by more than 10 you win (NE 27 MIN 20) In the last example even if Min lost the game if you picked Min for the Spread [/FONT][B][FONT=&quot]you Won[/FONT][/B][FONT=&quot]. [/FONT][/SIZE]

[SIZE=3][B][FONT=&quot][B]Over/Under.-[/B][/FONT] [/B][FONT=&quot]Also each week Vegas puts a line of how many points between both team are going to make and you have to pick if they going to score more points between them that what Vegas placed or less. [/FONT][B][FONT=&quot][B]example.-[/B][/FONT] [/B][FONT=&quot]let's take the same game NE vs MIN and Vegas place a Ovr/und line of 48 you know NE has an excellent team and it's going to score some points to MIN, because of this, if you believe that between them they're easily going to score 48 point in that case you select [/FONT][B][FONT=&quot]Ovr[/FONT][/B] [FONT=&quot]so if the score is NE 37 - MIN 17 =37+17= [/FONT][B][FONT=&quot][B]54 you win[/B][/FONT][/B][FONT=&quot]. but maybe you think yeah NE might score a lot of points but there's no way MIN can score against NE. in that case you take the under NE 37 - MIN 3 = 37+3= [/FONT][B][FONT=&quot][B]40 You win[/B][/FONT][FONT=&quot].[/FONT] [/B][/SIZE]

[SIZE=3][FONT=&quot]So, at the end of the week we take all the picks (selections) that each member had right per game and we add it to his score, I send that weeks results and the season results each week and by the end of the year the one with the better record wins. [/FONT][/SIZE]

[SIZE=3][FONT=&quot]We have had pretty good member's the past 5 years some with a above [/FONT][B][FONT=&quot]60% Straight up record and 58% record against the spread that's better than most Vegas experts.[/FONT] [/B][/SIZE]
[SIZE=3][FONT=&quot]Anyway it's a lot of fun, especially if you think you're better than most so call experts out there. [/FONT][/SIZE]

[SIZE=3][B][FONT=&quot][B]Our last Year's winners came from[/B][/FONT][COLOR=#ff0000]thewarpath.net[B][FONT=&quot] ([/FONT][/B]Mlmpetert[FONT=&quot][B])[/B][/FONT] [/COLOR][FONT=&quot][B]and[/B][/FONT][COLOR=#ff0000]detroitlionsforum.com [B][FONT=&quot]([/FONT][/B]Sparty[B][FONT=&quot])[/FONT][/B] [/COLOR][/B][/SIZE]

[SIZE=3][FONT=&quot]The winner Not only gets bragging rights for 1 year in all the boards I post my columns but a Prize: [/FONT][/SIZE]
[SIZE=3][B][FONT=&quot][B]1st place will get any item they want from the NFL Shop or their Team shop for no more than $25+shipment or a donation to their team forum for the same amount in their name.[/B][/FONT] [/B][/SIZE]

[SIZE=3][FONT=&quot]This year we will also do a Pre Season Mock league so any newcomer or member that feels a little rusty can get some practice without affecting their record.[/FONT][/SIZE]

[SIZE=3][FONT=&quot]So, if you would like to [/FONT][B][FONT=&quot]join write in this thread or send me a PM[/FONT][/B][FONT=&quot] all I need is your email that we're going to use, Screen Name and First name to know who you are.[/FONT][/SIZE]


[SIZE=3]GL[/SIZE]
[/quote]


So can we count on you to come back this year and predict Dallas to win each week to give us a good laugh.

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email: [email]fuzz.e.bizkitz@gmail.com[/email]
s/n: Player_HTTR
Name: Chris

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[quote=firstdown;818463]So can we count on you to come back this year and predict Dallas to win each week to give us a good laugh.[/quote]

Really? that's the best you could come up with? come on man if you even bother to read it you would know I only pick Dallas to win 95% of the time.

Joking aside I don't do that I do it as imparcial as I can be otherwise I wouldn't have a winning record against the spread.

And I can give you a future pick right now. I'll predict Dallas to lose Straight up Week 1 right now.

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[quote=D'BOYZ;818500]Really? that's the best you could come up with? come on man if you even bother to read it you would know I only pick Dallas to win 95% of the time.

Joking aside I don't do that I do it as imparcial as I can be otherwise I wouldn't have a winning record against the spread.

And I can give you a future pick right now. I'll predict Dallas to lose Straight up Week 1 right now.[/quote]

I didn't know we played Dallas week one. Nice.

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[quote=D'BOYZ;818500]Really? that's the best you could come up with? come on man if you even bother to read it you would know I only pick Dallas to win 95% of the time.

Joking aside I don't do that I do it as imparcial as I can be otherwise I wouldn't have a winning record against the spread.

And I can give you a future pick right now. I'll predict Dallas to lose Straight up Week 1 right now.[/quote]

I won't do well in this league beacuse I would rather pick the Little Sister's of the Poor than predict a win for Dallas... ugh

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[quote=O-RaK;818611]I won't do well in this league beacuse I would rather pick the Little Sister's of the Poor than predict a win for Dallas... ugh[/quote]


So fantasy Football you don't take any Eagles, Giants or Cowboys players right? same freaking thing

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email: [email]dwatkin2@gmu.edu[/email]
s/n: 72_Mr._Dexter
name: Doug

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[quote=72_Mr._Dexter;820203]email: [EMAIL="dwatkin2@gmu.edu"]dwatkin2@gmu.edu[/EMAIL]
s/n: 72_Mr._Dexter
name: Doug[/quote]


U R In Good Luck man

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Well For some Reason I can't post new Threads and haven't got a response from Mattik so I will post my season predictions and weekly predictions here.

For those who like it enjoy.

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[CENTER][COLOR=#0000FF][SIZE=5][B]THE DON'S
Crystal Ball[/B][/SIZE][/COLOR][/CENTER]


[COLOR=#FF0000][SIZE=5][B][CENTER]2011 SEASON
PREDICTIONS [/CENTER]
[/B][/SIZE][/COLOR]
[CENTER]By [COLOR=#FF0000][B]DonCanabis/TheDon[/B][/COLOR]
Analyst/Godfather
[IMG]http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f125/atw217/brando.png[/IMG][/CENTER]

[COLOR=#FF0000][SIZE=4][B][CENTER]CONGRATS TO THE 2010 DON’S PREDICTION LEAGUE CHAMPIONS[/CENTER]
[/B][/SIZE][/COLOR]
[CENTER] [COLOR=#FF0000][SIZE=3][B]*** [/B][/SIZE][/COLOR] [COLOR=#0000FF][SIZE=3][B]Mlmpetert [/B][/SIZE][/COLOR][SIZE=3] from [B]thewarpath.net[/B][/SIZE] [COLOR=#FF0000][SIZE=3][B]*** [/B][/SIZE][/COLOR] [/CENTER]
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With No OTA’s, High Speed FA and almost straight to Preseason this will be the hardest Season Prediction Ever. It will be harder to predict the out of nowhere teams. Last year not only did I predict 6 out of the 12 teams that made the playoffs I correctly predicted the Super Bowl winner (and made a lot of cash in the process). Too bad I Bought the T.O/Ochocinco Kool-Aid and said that they will be their opponents. Oh how wrong I was on that one. Not going to buy another Kool-Aid this year so don’t expect me to put the Eagles in the Super Bowl.
With all the changes that have been going on I tried to wait the longest to post this to keep it as accurate as I can. Peyton’s and Cassel injuries, Garrard release these are things that completely change outcomes of games and seasons.
[B]Some Quick Hits to get us started.[/B]
[LIST][*]For the Past 15 years at least 4 new teams get into the playoffs each year and at least 5 for the past 6 years. [B]Last year we had 5 new teams[/B][*]For the past 11 years at least 2 teams with losing records the prior year has made the playoffs.[B] Last year 3 teams did it (CHI,KC,SEA)[/B][*]Since 1986 only 7 teams have been able to go back and play in a Super Bowl. Since 2000 only 1 team has done it. [B]This Trend Continues[/B][*]Since 2001 all NFC champions have been different teams. In the same time only 4 AFC teams have reach the Super Bowl. This Trend Continues[*][B]Last year I got 6 of 12 team’s right that got into the playoffs & the Super Bowl Winners the Green Bay Packers[/B][*][B]This year expect teams with more continuity that didn’t had mayor changes to have good seasons because of the lockout.[/B][*][B]Remember teams that didn’t made the playoffs didn’t practice or had team meetings since Jan 02 until the lockout was over [/B][*]Next to the 2010 record you’ll see a[B] [COLOR=Lime]correct[/COLOR] [/B]written next to it for all the records I got right from last year’s projection[/LIST]

[B][COLOR=Red]AFC EAST[/COLOR][/B]
[B]BUFFALO BILLS[/B]
2010 record: 4-12
[B]2011 Projection: 7-9[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] @KC,PHI,@DAL,@NYJ,@SD,@NE


I really liked the Bills draft overall. Dareus is a beast in the middle and Williams is aggressive and has an eye for the ball. When you play against Brady every year the easiest way to stop him is put pressure on him. If you’re going to pick high on the draft you better get someone that will make an impact right away. I like Ryan Fitzpatrick he will win you games and will be a leader but he’s not an Elite QB so what I didn’t get is why they didn’t went for Mallet on the third round. This team hasn’t addressed their O-line situation and hasn’t done anything to cover their biggest Needs in FA. Hate the Lee Evans trade a premiere WR for a 4th rounder so the future still doesn’t look good in Buffalo.

[B]MIAMI DOLPHINS[/B]
2010 Record: 7-9
[B]2011 Projection: 5-11[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] HOU, @SD, @NYJ, @KC, @Dal, PHI, @NE


I like how they replaced the people they lost for younger and more versatile players. But, this team set their fat when they couldn’t pull the trigger for Kyle Orton. Henne isn’t the answer and this coaching staff couldn’t justify drafting another developing player. They have a solid foundation but still have a long way to go to be with the Elite teams. What I’m sure, we won’t be seeing another Marc Anthony/J-Lo duet this year.

[B]NEW ENGLAND[/B]
2010 Record: 14-2
[B]2011 Projection: 14-2 (1st Place Home Field Advantage)[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] SD,@PIT, NYG,@NYJ, @PHI, IND

The Buy low sale High team has done it again getting 2 players that can succeed in their system for practically nothing. We all expected a big Splash in this draft with all the draft picks NE had but instead they threw some curveballs trying to show they know more than the rest. I like the Solder Pick and the late picks of both Mallett and Cannon. They needed pass rushers and they brought Ellis, Haynesworth and Carter to get that pressure from the inside and move into a 3-4/4-3 blend. Love them or hate them you can’t ignore or admire how they keep competitive and make usually the right moves at the right time.
[B]
NEW YORK JETS[/B]
2010 Record: 11-5
[B]2011 Projection: 11-5 (6th Wildcard)[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups: [/B]DAL, @BAL, @NE, SD, @PHI

Even though the Jets lost the Nnamndi sweepstakes they were able to retain Cromartie and upgrade the WR position with the addition of Burres. The Jets has one of the toughest schedules in the league but if Rex has shown us anything in the past two years is that we can’t count them out. I don’t know if the third time will be the charm for the Jets because I haven’t seen Sanchez go to the next level.

[B][COLOR=Red]AFC NORTH[/COLOR][/B]
[B]BALTIMORE RAVENS[/B]
2010 Record: 12-4
[B]2011 Projection: 12-4 (5th Wildcard)[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] PIT, NYJ,@PIT, IND, @SD

If Baltimore could only learn or find the way to beat the Steelers with Ben as the QB this team could finally reach the Super Bowl. I really like the addition of Evans because this will finally give Flacco the deep threat he has needed. The addition of Gurode and McKinnie worries me shows real problems at the oline. Baltimore has one of the thirds easiest schedulesso expect them to be in the playoffs in December.

[B]CINCINNATI BENGALS[/B]
2010 Record: 4-12
[B]2011 Record: 2-14[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] @CLE, IND, @BAL, @PIT, HOU

Cincinnati is rebuilding they’re not hiding it this team was old and needed a complete overhaul so bad that the franchise QB threw the towel. I don’t like the loss of Joseph but overall the Bengals are doing good moves that if they work they could compete in 2 years. The Bengals schedule is really soft especially in the first 9 weeks which could really help Dalton build confidence. We could have a deceiving record because of the schedule but overall Bengals fans take this year to get excited for the future.

[B]CLEVELAND BROWNS[/B]
2010 Record: 5-11
[B]2011 Record: 6-10[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] @IND, @HOU, @CIN,@PIT, @ARI, @BAL

If a team got really hurt by the lockout were the Browns. New Coach, young QB and changing defense is way too much for a team. The record might not reflect it this year but that has to do more with the division they are than the team.
[B]
PITTSBURGH STEELERS[/B]
2010 Record: 12-4
[B]2011 Projection: 13-3 (2nd Place bye)[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] @BAL, @HOU,NE, BAL

Team comes back from a Super Bowl had 5 more week of training (Playoffs) that most teams and didn’t lose any key players. They also have one of the easiest schedules baring a key injury we can expect them to make the playoffs again. Pittsburgh has to have the Softest December Ever on paper CIN,CLE,@SF, STL & @CLE.

[B][COLOR=Red]AFC SOUTH[/COLOR][/B]
[B]HOUSTON TEXANS[/B]
2010 Record: 6-10
[B]2011 Projection: 11 -5 (4th place) [/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] @NO, PIT, @BAL, @TB, ATL, @IND

I believe that Kubiak finally got it. He went and got a great DC, dropped dead weight and focused on their biggest problem, Defense. Drafted and signed key guys and I believe this is the year The Texans make the playoffs or it will be the HC’s last. Loved the Jonathan Joseph sign for me the corner with the most upside and lower salary. J.J Watt and Brooks Reed look like the real deal.

[B]INDIANAPOLIS COLTS[/B]
2010 Record: 10-6
[B]2011 Projection: 9 -7[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] @HOU, PIT, @TB, KC, Atl (If they survive the first half they have a shot)

Well I already expected and had the Colts out of the playoffs before it was said that he is doubtful for week 1. The reality is that he had neck injury he hasn’t practice and he’s playing with a new and young Oline that he hasn’t teach. Also it’s not like they dominated last year with a 10-6 record. The Colts will use this year to get some game experience to that young Oline and come back next year to compete. Two streaks will be broken this year Peyton’s consecutive games and the 9 straight playoffs appearances. You can quote me on that.

[B]JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS[/B]
2010 Record: 8-8
[B]2011 Projection: 3 -13 [/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] @NYJ, NO, @Pit, BAL, SD, ATL

Jack Del Rio pulled a fast one today with the release of Garrard and going with McCown and Gabbert. I actually thought with Indy out of the way, Jaguars FA picks and 3 straight good drafts that they could actually fight for the division but that move and with their schedule was hard to continue with that assessment.

[B]TENNESSEE TITANS[/B]
2010 Record: 6-10
[B]2011 Projection: 7 - 9[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups: [/B] BAL, @PIT, @ATL. TB, NO, @HOU

This team has a new coach, new offense, QB in training and Hasselbeck who might be healthy for half the season. The reality is that this is year one of a new regime that had no time to get ready with a team with a great defense, great Oline and great HB. The reality is that Hasselbeck will keep them in the game but thinking more than 8-8 is a reach.

[B][COLOR=Red]AFC WEST[/COLOR][/B]
[B]DENVER BRONCOS[/B]
2010 Record: 4-12
[B]2011 Projection: 7 - 9[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] @GB, DET, @KC, @SD, NE

The Best thing that could happen to this team is Miami not giving them what they wanted for Orton. That Von Miller kid is the real deal and the duo of him and Dumervil will keep 16 OC up all night during the season. Orton worked last year with this offensives system but Fox likes to run the ball more and control the game I expect them to be better than most predict but will fall short at the end

[B]KANSAS CITY CHIEFS[/B]
2010 Record: 10-6
[B]2011 Projection: 7-9[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] @DET,@SD, @NE, PIT, @CHI, @NYJ, GB

I think the loss of coach Charlie Weis has been the biggest loss for this team the offense just hasn’t work since he left late last year which makes it really weird. If this team figure things out they could present a lot of problems to a lot of teams but is hard to believe they will pull another run especially with Cassel hurt.

[B]OAKLAND RAIDERS[/B]
2010 Record: 8-8[B] [COLOR=Lime]Correct[/COLOR][/B]
[B]2011 Projection: 4 - 12[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] NYJ, NE, @SD, @GB, @KC

This team is hard to figure out when you cheer for them they plummet and when people give up on them they start knocking teams down pulling huge upsets. What I do know is that they won’t repeat with a 6-0 in their division. So I don’t expect another 8-8 season.
[B]
SAN DIEGO CHARGERS[/B]
2010 Record: 9-7
[B]2011 Projection: 12 – 4 (3rd Place) [/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups: [/B]@NE, @NYJ, GB, @CHI, BL, @DET

Last year finally December caught up with the Chargers and they couldn’t pull another miracle run to save their season. But I believe that that actually helped the Chargers because in the past they felt that they could just sail through the season into the playoffs and that hurt them after they had made it there because they weren’t ready. I like what I see in the team this year I just hope they can find a pass rush.

[B][COLOR=Blue]NFC EAST[/COLOR][/B]
[B]DALLAS COWBOYS[/B]
2010 Record: 6-10
[B]2011 Projection: 10-6 (6th place Wildcard)[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups: [/B]@NYJ, DET, @NE,@ARI, @TB,PHI, @NYG

I believe the Cowboys would struggle the first few weeks of the season, young Oline, new Coach and new defensive system with the lockout will take time the good news for them is that when they have their easiest part of the schedule what would give them some winnable game while they put the things together. But what we learned from last year is than this team is not mentally strong or at least it wasn’t last year so if things start going bad early it would be hard to pulled them back. So this could be a very interesting season, some people say this team is rebuilding I see it as getting rid of the dead weight.
[B]
NEW YORK GIANTS[/B]
2010 Record: 10-6 [B][COLOR=Lime]Correct[/COLOR][/B]
[B]2011 Projection: 7-9[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] @PHI, @NE, @NO, GB,@DAL, @NYJ, DAL

Well with the loss of Goff today for the season I believe that’s 6 defensive players lost for the season or at least the most part of it. Their Oline doesn’t look good and Eli has been all over the place but that’s nothing new. With a lot of teams in the conference being good I don’t see how the Giants can overcome all the things stacked against them.
[B]
PHILADELPHIA EAGLES[/B]
2010 Record: 10-6
[B]2011 Projection 12-4 (3rd Place)[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] @ATL, CHI, @NYG, NE, NYJ,@DAL


AKA the Dream Team, even though this name is fading fast based on the pre season performance. I talked about this from the start never bought the Kool-Aid and just won’t. Don’t get me wrong it is a good team and if Vick can last a whole season they most likely make the playoffs even win the division but I don’t expect them to even make it to the big game. This team has way too many issues still that a few big names don’t solve. Their oline is really bad and getting Vick Killed. U have a 4th round pick even if his last name is Matthews playing at ILB that should tell you about that position and safeties have big problems Allen hasn’t comeback 100% from his injury so you can expect teams testing the Eagles deep. I believe Vick won’t have another Cinderella season. He hasn’t been the model of consistency.

[B]Washington Redskins[/B]
2010 Record: 6-10
[B]2011 Record: 5 -11[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] @DAL, PHI, NY, NE, @NYG, @PHI

So Grossman is the man this year. I’m still trying to grasp my head around that one. I believe Shanahan will try to use Rex like Chicago used him in their Super Bowl run and just ask him not to lose the game and let the defense and running game do the work. They might pull some close games with that approach but to expect more than 7 wins even with the schedule is asking way too much.

[B][COLOR=Blue]NFC NORTH[/COLOR][/B]
[B]CHICAGO BEARS[/B]
2010 Record: 11-5
[B]2011 Projection: 8 - 8 [/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] ATL, @NO, GB, @DET, @PHI, SD, @GB

The Bears oline finally looks at least decent and Cutler played really good before the knee fiasco at the end of the season. We know the defense will dominate like they do each year the real question is can the offense bail them out in those though games.


[B]DETROIT LIONS[/B]
2010 Record: 6-10
[B]2011 Projection: 9 -7[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] @TB, @DAL, ATL, @CHI, @NO, SD, @GB

This team looked good after the draft, better after the first few days of FA then injuries started to pile up. Stafford looks like he can have a breakout year and if that front 4 defense can put constant pressure would help out an average secondary. But, the reality is that they are also in a difficult division and have a really tough schedule to overcome. I tried to justify putting the Lions in but the more I saw the schedule and the rest of the conference games it just became impossible to put them in.


[B]GREEN BAY PACKERS[/B]
2010 Record: 10-6
[B]2011 Projection: 13-3 (1st Place Home Field Advantage)[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] NO, @CHI, @ATL, @SD, @DET, @KC

The Packers have a legitimate shot at repeating because of the lockout, the return of their starters and not losing any key players. Everybody knows this if not ask the 2007 Patriots. They have a stack team on both sides of the field and if they get home field advantage in the playoffs they will be tough to beat.

[B]MINNESOTA VIKINGS[/B]
2010 Record: 6-10
[B]2011 Projection: 6 - 10[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] @SD, @KC, @GB, @ATL, NO

I expect McNabb to do better than what he did in Washington but if you’re expecting another Favre type of run or year you’re only kidding yourself. The reality is that this team has passed their moment both lines are old and not what they used to. Their secondary is awful and they lost one of their best players in Rice. I believe they got scared and jump the gun early with ponder especially passing on a talent like Fairley. This will be at best an average year for the Vikings.
[B]
[COLOR=Blue]NFC SOUTH[/COLOR][/B]
[B]ATLANTA FALCONS[/B]
2010 Record: 13-3
[B]2011 Projection: 12-4 (5th place Wildcard)[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] @CHI, PHI, @TB, GB, @DET,@ HOU @NO

With Atlanta you don’t have to worry that much about the Home games because Ryan is money on those so games like, Chicago, Tampa Det, Hou even Seattle were is always tough are the games that should worry Atlanta fans. We all know the Falcons put all their marbles on Julio Jones. I personally didn’t like the trade but for the first looks of it I might be a good move. For me the Defense is where they had the biggest problems and should had attend more than Ray Edwards a move I didn’t liked.

[B]CAROLINA PANTHERS[/B]
2010 Record: 2-14
[B]2011 Projection: 1-15[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] @ARI, JAC, WAS,@IND, @TB

I went in a different route with the Key matchups on this one because Carolina has the toughest schedule of the league. Crazy to believe that the worst team last season pulled the toughest schedule but that’s how it is. Look it’s a rookie QB, though schedule so the games posted on top or matchups are the most important to this team if they don’t want to be #1 again this year. Maybe with the new rookie cap it wouldn’t be that bad.

[B]NEW ORLEANS SAINTS[/B]
2010 Record: 11-5
[B]2011 Record 13 -3 (2nd Place Bye)[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups: [/B]@GB, HOU,@TB, @ATL, DET

I believe the Saints upgraded their team with both the draft and FA. The first game against the champs is very import because the first 3 games aren’t that easy. I really like the Sproles pickup I think he will do in Payton’s offense what Bush couldn’t always do.
[B]
TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS [/B]
2010 Record: 10-6
[B]2011 record: 7 - 9 [/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] DET, CHI, @NO, @GB, DAL, @ATL

A lot of people are on the Buccaneers bandwagon based on last year run and record they have a very good young team but, they also faced a pretty bland schedule last year. This year they might get help again by playing the Colts early maybe without Peyton and Jacksonville without Garrard. The Conference is tougher and they play in the toughest division I believe the schedule will hurt them this year.

[B][COLOR=Blue]NFC WEST[/COLOR][/B]
[B]ARIZONA CARDINALS[/B]
2010 Record: 5-11
[B]2011 Projection: 9-7 (4th Place)[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] NYG, PIT, @BAL, @PHI, @STL, DAL

We all know why they overtraded and paid for Kolb, they have a team that can compete right now and the opportunity of getting a QB for the future in his prime it was the right move. High risk but the right move and I said that without being a Kolb believer. Arizona has the easiest schedule out there so this move could end up being a mirage the first season or can be the first of many.
[B]
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS[/B]
2010 Record: 6-10
[B]2011 Projection: 4 -12[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] DAL, @PHI, @DET, @BAL, PIT, @SEA

It’s starting to feel like 49ers will copy the formula of the panthers got a QB on the 2nd round this year but might end up with the 1st pick this year that’s why those games against Seattle are so important that might make the difference at the end of the season. Nobody gets why they paid 5 mill for Smith to stay. Good defense same offense.
[B]
SEATTLE SEAHAWKS[/B]
2010 Record: 7-9
[B]2011 Projection: [/B]3 -13
[B]Key 2011 matchups: [/B]@CLE, WAS, @STL, @CHI, SF, @ARI

I just don’t know what Pete Carroll is doing. He had like 9 shots to draft a QB heck he even could have gone with Mallett in the 3rd round but somehow decided that Travaris like Little Jesus the year before was his man. It’s too bad because he has made good drafts and has 4 top picks playing the Oline that for some reason can’t cover. But this team might steal some victories but might be on the run for Luck next year.

[B]ST. LOUIS RAMS[/B]
2010 Record: 7- 9
[B]2011 Projection: 7 - 9[/B]
[B]Key 2011 matchups:[/B] PHI, @NYG, BAL, @GB, @DAL, NO, @ARI

A lot of people are saying this is the year St. Louis makes the playoffs. People that are saying this are looking at the division not the schedule on top are 7 of the top 8 games the only team not there is Was, but those first 8 games are brutal! If they can survive that even go 3-5 they might steal have a choice to win it but it’s definitely not a given. They might have the talent but the schedule might cost them the season.

[B][COLOR=Red]AFC CHAMPIONSHIP [/COLOR][/B]
San Diego vs New England

[B][COLOR=Navy]NFC CHAMPIONSHIP[/COLOR][/B]
New Orleans vs Green Bay Packers

[B][COLOR=Lime]SUPER BOWL[/COLOR][/B]
San Diego vs New Orleans

[COLOR=Blue]SUPER BOWL CHAMPIONS[/COLOR]
[B]San Diego Chargers[/B]

Re: 6th Annual Don’s Prediction League
 

On the first page you say youre not here to promote any website site or anything.... do you even have a website? If so whats the link?

Also i will be sending my picks in tonight! Im ready for the start of the seasson.

[COLOR=black][FONT=Verdana]And whats this 5-11 stuff? Really? We probably have the best oline in the NFC East. Maybe Rex isnt as good as the self described elite Manning, a declared national hero in Vick, or Tony Homo but behind our current line and with Shanahan’s no think precision offense he doesnt need to be. If you placed a bet on the over/under at 8-8 you would really go under? [/FONT][/COLOR]

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[quote=mlmpetert;831926]On the first page you say youre not here to promote any website site or anything.... do you even have a website? If so whats the link?

Also i will be sending my picks in tonight! Im ready for the start of the seasson.

[COLOR=black][FONT=Verdana]And whats this 5-11 stuff? Really? We probably have the best oline in the NFC East. Maybe Rex isnt as good as the self described elite Manning, a declared national hero in Vick, or Tony Homo but behind our current line and with Shanahan’s no think precision offense he doesnt need to be. If you placed a bet on the over/under at 8-8 you would really go under? [/FONT][/COLOR][/quote]


No man I don't. I've been trying to sit down with a Web programer and get something done because it would make my life much easier lol. Also it would give the chance 4 more people to play.

I would defenetly would take the Under my man. But hey you're the ruling Champ.If you really believe that and want we can place a bet you and I.

If Was goes over 8. I will buy a Redskins Jersey Paint myself with the redskins colors and Post a picture here declering my defeat. If they go under 8 u do the same but with a cowboys Jersey... Respecting the others teams Jersey offcourse... 8 Wins we call it a draw.

Are you in Peter? do you have that much faith in Rex, Shanahan and your team?

Re: 6th Annual Don’s Prediction League
 

You underestimate that power of the Sex Cannon and his supporting staff.

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[quote=D'BOYZ;831927]No man I don't. I've been trying to sit down with a Web programer and get something done because it would make my life much easier lol. Also it would give the chance 4 more people to play.

I would defenetly would take the Under my man. But hey you're the ruling Champ.If you really believe that and want we can place a bet you and I.

If Was goes over 8. I will buy a Redskins Jersey Paint myself with the redskins colors and Post a picture here declering my defeat. If they go under 8 u do the same but with a cowboys Jersey... Respecting the others teams Jersey offcourse... 8 Wins we call it a draw.

Are you in Peter? do you have that much faith in Rex, Shanahan and your team?[/quote]

I dont know about all that dressing up and body paint stuff.... how about $50 to the other guys forum?

Re: 6th Annual Don’s Prediction League
 

[quote=mlmpetert;831968]I dont know about all that dressing up and body paint stuff.... how about $50 to the other guys forum?[/quote]

You have yourself a Bet Sir

Re: 6th Annual Don’s Prediction League
 

Apperentl yI can make threads Again

Re: 6th Annual Don’s Prediction League
 

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There is no way we have less wins than last year. No way. If anything, the Giants and Cowboys should have less wins than last year. The Giants didn't help themselves in the offseason and are injury depleted on the defensive side. The Cowboys didn't pick up many pieces and shed a lot of older vets and have an untested Oline which is up in the air at this point. The Redskins shored up their Dline, added depth at receiver and running back and have a two QBs that may not win the league MVP, but have shown they are capable of putting up respectable numbers in this type of system and can manage the game for our running attack. Plus, Sexy Rexy might say "F&@% it, I'm going deep" to Anthony Armstrong occasionally.

Ergo, your logic is not sound, and you lose.

Re: 6th Annual Don’s Prediction League
 

[quote=D'BOYZ;831981]You have yourself a Bet Sir[/quote]


Sounds good. What is your primary cowboys forum, warpath style not extreme skins style?

Re: 6th Annual Don’s Prediction League
 

Yeah there is no chance we do worse than last year. I would be completely shocked if we don’t go at least 8-8. I think our division is completely up for grabs.

Almost every person expects us to do bad solely because of the reX-factor; Don’s Crystal Ball, espn, fox and cbs (pft just makes funny comments). I don’t think Rex is a amazing qb by any stretch but Ive said this before and I honestly believe it; we have a better QB situation then at least 10 other teams. I also think that with the offense we are running our QB is marginally less important than the importance QBs usually command.

Rex will have this to deal with:

The best offensive line we have had since the opening day of 2007 when Jon Jensen broke his leg against Miami
And probably have the best o-line in the division
The best WR line up we have had in YEARS
2 very good receiving and blocking tight ends
His second year in the same system
A potentially very dangerous backfield….. Im not sold on Hightower not fumbling, Torrian staying healthy and Helu is just a rookie (also any RB not named Portis makes me worried with back field block assignments). However I am sold on what Mike Shanahan is able to do when it comes to running the ball.
[COLOR=black][FONT=Verdana]A team that doesnt have any big ego guys and is young and hungry to prove themselves and win. This shouldnt have to be mentioned but unfortunately its a dramatic change from years past for us.[/FONT][/COLOR]

We have a lot of young and new players to our schemes which is our biggest question mark in my opinion. Our defense is another big one, I honestly don’t expect it to be better than 20th in the league. But for everyone to point to Rex as the thing that’s gonna sink us is just crazy to me considering he is in such a good position to succeed.

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[quote=mlmpetert;832434]Sounds good. What is your primary cowboys forum, warpath style not extreme skins style?[/quote]

Cowboysboard.com actually is a lot like warpath most members respect the rivals and rivalry and will hear what other fans have to say while they can back up what they're saying and it's not the usual You Suck we rule type of comments.

Re: 6th Annual Don’s Prediction League
 

[quote=mlmpetert;832439]Yeah there is no chance we do worse than last year. I would be completely shocked if we don’t go at least 8-8. I think our division is completely up for grabs.

Almost every person expects us to do bad solely because of the reX-factor; Don’s Crystal Ball, espn, fox and cbs (pft just makes funny comments). I don’t think Rex is a amazing qb by any stretch but Ive said this before and I honestly believe it; we have a better QB situation then at least 10 other teams. I also think that with the offense we are running our QB is marginally less important than the importance QBs usually command.

Rex will have this to deal with:

The best offensive line we have had since the opening day of 2007 when Jon Jensen broke his leg against Miami
And probably have the best o-line in the division
The best WR line up we have had in YEARS
2 very good receiving and blocking tight ends
His second year in the same system
A potentially very dangerous backfield….. Im not sold on Hightower not fumbling, Torrian staying healthy and Helu is just a rookie (also any RB not named Portis makes me worried with back field block assignments). However I am sold on what Mike Shanahan is able to do when it comes to running the ball.
[COLOR=black][FONT=Verdana]A team that doesnt have any big ego guys and is young and hungry to prove themselves and win. This shouldnt have to be mentioned but unfortunately its a dramatic change from years past for us.[/FONT][/COLOR]

We have a lot of young and new players to our schemes which is our biggest question mark in my opinion. Our defense is another big one, I honestly don’t expect it to be better than 20th in the league. But for everyone to point to Rex as the thing that’s gonna sink us is just crazy to me considering he is in such a good position to succeed.[/quote]

I didn't pointed Rex being the reason for u guys not to succeed I said that shanahan wants rex to be a guy that controls the game don't screw up and let the running game and defense win the game. The problem is that this isn't a top 10 defense and Rex will screw up and you don't have the team to overcome those screwups.