2015-2016 NFL thread

[theostrichsays]

Chip Kelly apparently saying he's NOT going to mortgage his future to get Mariota. So there goes that ESPN narrative. Thanks, Chip.

Its a bluff or he really is secretly bringing Dennis Dixon back.

[Northern Goblin]

With Curtis Lofton and Dan Williams (who comes in at $2million less than Pot Roast) the Raiders are continuing to sign players who aren't over 30 to smart contracts without throwing out draft picks for them.

What alternative universe have I stepped into?

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If the alternative was being QB of the Bears I'd say Locker made the right call retiring.

Go home folks, thread's been won.

[draynay]

Seems the Dolphins are having trouble spelling "Ndamukong" since the contract has still not been fleshed out, huh? Weird how he was snatched practically immidiaitely yet they still don't have an official contract signed.

Or maybe they ran out of working pens and sent the new guy on staff to buy more but he got lost on his way to the store and now they're just waiting for him to find his way back?

Seriously, WHY is he not officially signed yet, it's bothering me since I can't rest untill Suh is officially locked away on the Dolphins team to make sure he won't get signed to a team where I'll have to worry about him too much!

They're busy releasing everybody so they have room for his contract.

[xskarma]

What alternative universe have I stepped into?

This is the universe the Raiders will eventually start being winners again. I think next year there's going to be a Jacksonville type vibe to the Raiders, where players will feel the team has turned the corner and it's a destination they don't mind going to.

Depending on what both teams do in the Draft, I think the Raiders might be a better team then Jacksonville this season. Trouble is that Jacksonville is in the AFC South, while the Raiders are in the AFC West. That competition difference might be what holds the Raiders back in the end.


When you compare what both teams have done compared to the Browns and the Titans though...

Don't think either of those teams will show much this season.

[Northern Goblin]

The AFC west looks to be on a general decline though, the Chiefs really aren't going anywhere fast, the Chargers failed to be more than a mid table team and the Broncos are in regression. Manning can't be there forever, and even he's not as good as he was pre Superbowl loss.

What hurts more is schedule, don't be surprised if the best team in the AFC west goes 9-7 next season.

[draynay]

The AFC west looks to be on a general decline though, the Chiefs really aren't going anywhere fast, the Chargers failed to be more than a mid table team and the Broncos are in regression. Manning can't be there forever, and even he's not as good as he was pre Superbowl loss.

What hurts more is schedule, don't be surprised if the best team in the AFC west goes 9-7 next season.

I don't know if they'll have regressed that far in one year, but the trend is definitely ongoing. Raiders are building while the competition gets older or employs Andy Reid, their time will come.

[theostrichsays]

Fitzpatrick to the Jets. Fitzpatrick to me is the poor man's (ivy league educated) Kyle Orton.

[xskarma]

What hurts more is schedule, don't be surprised if the best team in the AFC west goes 9-7 next season.

Just checked, AFC North and NFC North. Yeah, that sucks.

For the Raiders though: Browns and Titans should be wins. Bears, Vikings, Jets should be competitive (and you play Jets and Vikes at home). Pick up a game or 2-3 in the division. Rough schedule, but should be able to improve wins from this year.


What the Raiders just absolutely need now is coaching. They need to start developing these players and keep bringing these free agents into the fold where it becomes and stays a cohesive team. It all falls apart if there's no development and growth.

[Northern Goblin]

Anything positive out of Oakland last year came from draft prospects*, we get a year close to last year's and I might be a little bit more optimistic on our chances.


*And Charles Woodson, but he's timeless so it's like having a talented rookie every year.

[draynay]

Fitzpatrick to the Jets. Fitzpatrick to me is the poor man's (ivy league educated) Kyle Orton.

It is a bad sign when Fitz represents an upgrade at QB.

[Darth Belichick]

Patriots always have a stable of white WRs. Therefore, he'd be a good fit.

When did Stephen A. Smith start posting on MMO-Champ?

Also, Wilfork *might* be coming back.

[theostrichsays]

*And Charles Woodson, but he's timeless so it's like having a talented rookie every year.

In a year or two it won't be fair when he is out there on his V8 powered Hoverround plowing through receivers.

[Jibjabb]

McCoy certainly feels confident about himself...

Sauce: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap300...spurned-eagles

I never understood players thinking they have earned some sort of warning before trades happen just because they are good. Unless everybody else on the team gets told each time they are possibly getting shopped then theres no reason for McCoy to be told either, yea youre pretty good, so what. Being good makes you more money than everybody else, not the inside scoop on whats going on with management.

[Pendulous]

The AFC west looks to be on a general decline though, the Chiefs really aren't going anywhere fast, the Chargers failed to be more than a mid table team and the Broncos are in regression. Manning can't be there forever, and even he's not as good as he was pre Superbowl loss.

What hurts more is schedule, don't be surprised if the best team in the AFC west goes 9-7 next season.

Like the Cowboys, the Chiefs are doomed to decades of mediocrity. Apparently I'm attracted to mediocre.

[MaahStud]

Jason Worilds retires at 27. I just hope both him and Willis managed the money they made wisely.

[draynay]

Philadelphia Injury Reservists here we come.

Still I like that they signed Mathews, he was the best RB available that wouldn't break the bank.

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Colts officially land Andre

back to them Eagles and their recent acquisitions

Kiko Alonso - 0 games played in 2014
Sam Bradford - 0 games
Ryan Mathews - 6 games
Walter Thurmond - 2 games
Byron Maxwell - 13 games

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Colts officially land Andre

I told you, they're gonna be REALLY scary this year. I've already confidently put my bet on the Colts to make it to the Super Bowl this year.

[Northern Goblin]

Raiders officially sign Centre Rodney Hudson. Currently visiting are Gresham and Nate Allen. Still in the hunt for Murray.

[xskarma]

I told you, they're gonna be REALLY scary this year. I've already confidently put my bet on the Colts to make it to the Super Bowl this year.

Consensus Free Agency winner last year was the Broncos. Didn't get them to the Superbowl, not even close.


Colts mostly made splashes on offense, while it wasn't the offense that let them down last year.

2013 against the Patriots: close to 240 yards rushing against, almost 170 by Blount alone. First downs rushing allowed: 13
2014 against the Patriots: close to 200 yards rushing against, almost 150 by Blount alone. First downs rushing allowed: 14

Untill they fix that ^ they'll be unable to beat any playoff team with a serious rushing attack. If it's not the Patriots it's going to be some other team.

[theostrichsays]

Don't know if it was mentioned or not, but Jabaal Sheard has signed with the Patriots.

Via: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2...ignings/page/3

Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported that Jabaal Sheard and the Patriots have agreed to a two-year, $11 million deal with $5.5 million guaranteed.