Bills look like the cream of the crop in the AFC East… But the Patriots and Dolphins have a lot of positive off-season momentum.

How do you rank this division?



The Bills - a consensus Superbowl pick.

The Patriots - There has been LOTS of buzz around Mac Jones this off-season “working hard”. Training with teammates but also hitting the gym… he looks considerably less doughy physically. The Patriots might have found a franchise QB in Jones… he certainly wants it bad enough.

The Dolphins - Tyreek was their splash move. Who is buying Tua? Me… that arm strength might keep him in the Teddy Bridgewater class of QB’s.

The Jets - A year after drafting Wilson, there should be more buzz around this team, but there isn’t.

On to ranking them… I am sticking with the 2021 sequence;

Bills
Patriots
Dolphins
Jets

Lets talk pistols. I am lucky enough to live in a state that has constitutional carry and I take full advantage of this fact. Why? Well the worlds a crazy place and I am beyond the age where I feel comfortable throwing hands with the young bucks. Let me say I come from a long line military family and was introduced to firearms and their purpose and safety from a very young age. So do you carry? If so why and what. What are your preferences? (calibers,etc.) Home defense vs carry? I am not a high brow firearms expert so if you don't own a glock or sig I could care less. To me its about what works and reliability.

Sidebar: This post is not meant to cause stress or offend anyone nor cause a debate about the second amendment. So if you have strong feelings against firearms please just pass on this one.

3 reasons why LA Rams OLB Chris Garrett is ready for a larger role​

Being drafted by the LA Rams to rush the passer may sound like a dream opportunity for an NFL rookie until you begin to look at the details of the job. But for a rookie from a small college football program like outside linebacker Chris Garrett, Every moment of every day at training camp, preseason, and practice is 100 percent auditioning for the coaching staff. And that can take its toll on a young man who is acclimating to an entirely new life, team, coaching staff, and city.

Garrett was added to the team with the 252nd pick of the 2021 NFL Draft, a young man whose athleticism was off the charts, but whose background left a void of experience in facing top competition. That left the unanswered question that remains wholly answered to this day: Is Chris Garrett that good, or was his collegiate competition that bad?

His dominance in college is undeniable. He averaged better than a quarterback sack per game. He was dominating in a way that is seldom seen. And when he played for the LA Rams in the 2021 preseason, he literally took over the game. But then, in the season, he never seemed to show up on the field.

He was derailed when he contracted COVID-19 and was hit a bit hard as a result. That sidelined him for three weeks, perhaps the most critical period for a young rookie. We believe that will change this year. Why? We came prepared, and here are our top three reasons.

Reason III – He’s familiar with the routine

One year later, he is healthy and no longer a wide-eyed rookie. He will get a full training camp and will be included in personnel packages. Why? Well, basic onboarding. He is no longer subject to tours to find his way around the LA Rams facility. He knows who the coaches are and where their offices are located. He’s moved to his new location and had an entire year to learn the lay of the land.

This year he can focus on the football field, and not spend so much time trying to learn and absorb so many details about his surroundings. And the bonus to all of that is the simple fact that he already has a year of LA Rams football under his belt. He may not have seen much action on the football field in 2021, but that was as much about being derailed from his rookie development track as anything.

He’s the type of player who will not be tasked with stuffing the run. He’s a pass-rushing thoroughbred and will find himself going into games as part of a pass defense package initially.

Reason II – He’s too good not to step up

He didn’t see the field much early in 2021 because he was just not ready. Then he was injured, er, placed on the COVID-19 Reserve List. Because he was hit rather hard, he was quarantined for more than three weeks. That’s not just in a cast on the sidelines, mind you. That is bed rest, hanging out in a hotel room, and basically doing nothing related to football.

That’s a tough task for a rookie, particularly when developing requires a series of staged roles and mastering each one in sequence. He was learning how to play alongside Aaron Donald, how to team up with Leonard Floyd, and he was learning DC Raheem Morris’s defensive scheme and philosophy for the first time, alongside all of his teammates.

No shame in playing behind NFL legends

Finally, he played behind veteran OLBs Leonard Floyd and Von Miller. He was hard-pressed to crack that lineup. Still, he was not encased in carbonite. He was practicing. He was learning from his veteran teammates. He was hitting the weight room, stepping onto the practice field, and improving a little bit each day in the process.

While young players do learn as much as they can in college football, the learning process does not stop there. Garrett proved in preseason that he has the speed, agility, power, and mindset to succeed at the position. After learning and training for a full year, he has leveled up and is ready to be tasked with more. While I won’t foolishly proclaim that what he did in college will be repeated in the NFL, I do think that he is too good to sit on the bench and be covered with moss.

Reason I – The LA Rams have the opportunity for him to do so

The LA Rams suffered two losses of players to the NFL Free Agency market in the 2022 off-season. Not only did the team fail to sign veteran outside linebacker Von Miller, but the team lost pesky rotational edge rusher Ogbonnia Okoronkwo. That is not just a playoff starter gone, but a solid rotational player who had been a steady contributor to the team.

While there is little chance for Chris Garrett to jump from bench to starter, there is every chance for Garrett to be slotted into Obo’s vacated role. Obo appeared in 13 games, played 255 defensive snaps, and added 15 tackles, six quarterback hits, two forced fumbles, and 2.0 quarterback sacks. That is the opportunity for Garrett in the 2022 NFL season.

Rams Roster: A significant defensive contributor

Obo did not have a single defensive snap until October 2021, and Garrett’s first season may follow a similar track. He won’t be thrown to the wolves, and that means that he will need to prove himself more than ready to be on the football field. But once he gets out there, he will make a name for himself quickly.

I suspect that his production will be a bit episodic. He won’t have the steady type of production that is a clear indication that he has mastered the role. But he could put up multiple quarterback sacks/hits/ and pressures in a single game and then go a game or two without, throughout his first season. And that is just how it goes for young players breaking into the league.

He has lightning speed and may be the only player on the LA Rams roster who could beat Aaron Donald to the quarterback. But he will grow through trial and error. The good news is: The LA Rams will give him the opportunity to do so.

Rams steal Bobby Wagner from Seahawks: How it happened, what to expect​

Back in early March and within two weeks of Bobby Wagner’s unceremonious release from the Seattle Seahawks, the Los Angeles Rams hosted the star linebacker on a free agent visit. It only took another week or so for Les Snead to hammer out a deal bringing the SoCal native home.

Wagner and the Rams agreed to a five-year, $50 million contract with $20m of that guaranteed. Incentives, if met, could substantially raise the the guaranteed number. There is one interesting twist to the contract, according to overthecap.com.

“If Wagner plays 90% of the snaps in 2022 and 2023 and the team makes the playoffs in both seasons or he is selected to the Pro Bowl both seasons, Wagner will have the right to void the final three years of the contract.”

Acrimonious split with Seattle

Before the 2021 season was over, the rumors in Seattle started flying. The Seahawks were going into go full-on rebuild mode and Wagner was 32 years old, played over 95% of defensive snaps in his 10-year career and was due to make $20.35 mil for the upcoming season. General Manager John Schneider and Head Coach Pete Carroll did not control the situation and handled the expulsion of a fan favorite poorly.

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The question of why Seattle did not try to re-negotiate with a future first ballot Hall-of-Famer has, so far, gone unanswered. Wagner’s release did free up around $16 mil, but the Hawks were not salary cap bound by any stretch. And yes, while that kind of money can be put to good use in a rebuild, in the hole at linebacker you have to replace not an over-paid, under-achieving player but rather, a generational talent that was coming off a career high in tackles. In the end, business is business in the NFL and whispers of a lost step always follow players on the wrong side of 30, no matter their pedigree.

Bobby Wagner can afford to lose a step

Wagner compared to the top athletes in the 2012 draft, not just the linebackers, but across all positions. Although he was ill, and missed the NFL Combine, his Pro Day results were stellar. He measured in a shade over 6’ tall and 241 lbs with 9 1/2” hands and 33” arms. In the speed and the short area drills, Wagner ran a 4.46 forty, a 7.10 3cone, and a 4.28 shuttle. He showed out in the explosion drills with a 39 1/2” vertical, 11’ in the broad, and 24 reps on the bench.

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The long road returning to LA

Wagner played high school linebacker and tight end in Ontario, Ca. He received second team All-State honors, All-CIF Division honors and the All- San Bernardino County team. He only received one college offer and accepted it to Utah State.

A four-year starter in college, Wagner chalked up 445 tackles, was a three-time All-League performer, and named Western Athletic Conference’s Defensive Player of the Year. He was selected to the 2012 Senior Bowl and was named the games Most Valuable Player after recording 22 tackles and an interception.

The Seattle Seahawks selected Wagner in the second round at #47 of the 2012 NFL Draft. He was named as the starting middle linebacker as a rookie and held that role until his release this past March after 10 seasons.

What he brings home

• 2010’s NFL All-Decade team
• Six-time First Team All-Pro (2014, 2016-2020)
• Two-time Second Team All-Pro (2015, 2021)
• Eight-time Pro Bowl selection (2014-2021)
• Led NFL in tackles twice (2016, 2019)
• Super Bowl ring (2014)
• Professional Football Writers Association Rookie of the Year (2012)
• 1536 tackles over 166 regular season and playoff games, 9.2 per game

How it’s going so far

was active in the Rams OTAs, absorbing film of Defensive Coordinator Raheem Morris’ scheme and putting the theory to work on the field. His reputation is as a tackle machine with solid form and relentless pursuit who is also very adept at dropping into coverage, perfect for his role in LA. He’s had sacks over the years, but is not known as a blitz linebacker.

From an article on the Rams closing of OTAs, I’ll give Morris the final say on the the progress Wagner has shown since joining LA,

DC Morris understands how important Wagner’s versatility, durability, and football IQ are and said:

“...He’s really a pleasure to communicate the defense to. The why’s, the what’s, the where’s and the how’s...I could go on and on about him...It is certainly great to add a player who slows the game down for everyone around him...He’s one of those guys that can play very single down...also you want to figure out how to play (him) with Ernest (Jones) a little more. Maybe more nickel, maybe more two backer (sets).”

The job isn’t done for LA Rams defensive back Jordan Fuller​

The fact is that LA Rams starting defensive back Jordan Fuller has been an overwhelming surprise for the team may be a bit too much, but it’s close in terms of finding a safety who can start for the Rams defense with the 199th pick of the 2020 NFL Draft. The next hurdle is keeping him on the field.

He missed four games in his rookie season with a nagging shoulder injury. In 2021, he played all 17 games but had his ankle stepped on in the last game of the season by San Francisco 49ers offensive lineman Alex Mack. That injury was so severe that it required surgery, forcing the young former Buckeye to miss the NFL Playoffs.

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The same NFL Playoffs that saw LA Rams veteran quarterback Matthew Stafford go on a four-game winning streak, the first postseason victories of his career, to lead the LA Rams to a win in Super Bowl LVI. Jordan Fuller earned his Super Bowl ring, but he didn’t earn it on the football field. For that reason, the job is not done.

Jordan Fuller is finding his way back

So far, the season seems far away from the third-year starting defensive back. Right now, the immediate goal is getting back onto the football field. He’s had offseason surgery on his ankle, yes. But the LA Rams season ended in late February, which pushed the timetable of his recovery back a bit. You see, getting injured on January 9, 2022, has placed the rehab into OTAs.

So far, both Jordan Fuller and TE/WR Jacob Harris are working their way back. And if he stays on track, he will be ready to put on the pads. But this will be a new season, how will it change for Fuller?

For starters, look for veteran inside linebacker Bobby Wagner to be wearing the green dot. That itself should free up Fuller to focus on coverages and the secondary. His snap count ran at 1,029 defensive snaps and allowed him to top the team with 113 tackles and one interception. While he only broke up four passes, he did manage to thwart opposing quarterbacks by allowing only 66.7 percent of passes targeting him to find their mark.

Job’s not done

How will the Rams step up this year? With a strong middle of the defense presence, Fuller will be able to direct more attention to pass defense, which is absolutely his strong suit. That will depend upon how well a combination of Ernest Jones / Bobby Wagner defends the middle, of course, but I’m optimistic there.

Even though the LA Rams won Super Bowl LVI, the job is not done for Jordan Fuller and the dozen or so players who had to watch their teammates from the sidelines or the comfort of their homes due to injury.

Winning a Super Bowl ring is always a highlight for any professional football player. But earning a ring by playing in the game that decides who emerges the victor is a different thrill altogether. That is what third-year defensive back Jordan Fuller is looking for this year. Here’s hoping he finds what he is looking for.

3 reasons why the Rams should be Super Bowl LVII favorites next season​

The Los Angele Rams finally won the Super Bowl. It was the first title for the franchise since 1999 when they defeated the Tennessee Titans in one of the greatest finishes in Super Bowl history. Well, last year’s version did not disappoint either. Matthew Stafford and the Rams put together a drive, scoring the game-winning touchdown with just over two minutes left in the game. The defense held on and the Rams defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 20-17 to win their second title in franchise history. But everyone knows how difficult it is to repeat as Super Bowl champions. After all, the last team to accomplish that was the New England Patriots almost 20 years ago in 2003 and 2004.

Well, this Rams team is set up to do just that. They obviously have the talent. Things generally need to line up just right for a team to repeat as champs. But that is exactly what is likely to happen for the Los Angeles Rams next season.

Here are the three reasons the Los Angeles Rams will repeat as Super Bowl champions in the 2022-2023 season.

3 Reasons the Los Angeles Rams Should Be The Super Bowl LVII Favorites

1. Rams offseason acquisitions

The Rams made some interesting moves this offseason. They traded away one of their most well-known and most respected players in wide receiver Robert Woods. They sent him to the Tennessee Titans in a shocking move. Considering the unknown status of former All-Pro wideout Odell Beckham Jr., that seemed like a gamble.

But they went out and signed Allen Robinson to take Woods’ place. Robinson might be the most naturally gifted receiver Matthew Stafford has played with since Calvin ‘Megatron’ Johnson. Robinson is a tall, rangy wide receiver who can go up and high point the football. That’s something this Rams offense has lacked since Sean McVay arrived a few years ago.

They didn’t stop there though. They then went and signed six-time All-Pro linebacker Bobby Wagner.

The linebacking corps for the Rams has been known to be the teams biggest weakness for a number of years. Los Angeles shored that up with one fell swoop. Wagner is easily one of the game’s best linebackers and is on track for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Yet, the Rams nabbed him at age 32. He still has some juice left in the tank.

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These acquisitions fill major holes and should help solidify the Rams as front-runners this season.

2. Backfield Health

One of the biggest issues the Rams faced last season was health. In particular, health with their backfield. Starting running back Cam Akers missed most of the season with injury. Darnell Henderson Jr. and Sony Michel filled in admirably. But Henderson Jr. has been unable to stay healthy throughout his entire career, which reared its head last season. Michel, on the other hand, is always healthy. He just isn’t very explosive. Michel is a solid between-the-tackles rusher who runs down field but is unable to make guys miss. He’s not explosive and is not going to take a play to the house very often.

Akers is fully healthy and expected to be able to take on a full work load next season. This guy showed in the past what he is capable of when fully healthy. He also says all the things you want a young tailback to say regarding his future.

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Akers is not resting on the team’s success. He wants to make a name for himself and is motivated to do just that. Knowing how deadly the Rams passing attack is, I would expect the Rams tailback to find holes all season long.

3. Lack of Depth in NFC

Arguably the biggest reasons the Rams should be favored to win the Super Bowl is the lack of depth in the NFC. The conference is filled with mostly abysmal teams. That begins with their own division, the NFC West.

The Seattle Seahawks are clearly in rebuilding mode. The San Francisco 49ers are reportedly planning on starting Trey Lance at quarterback. The Arizona Cardinals are dealing with numerous off-the-field issues that do not seem to be resolving themselves. But the entire conference as a whole is a mess.

The NFC East has been god awful for years. Anyone who things the Cowboys are legit threats needs to go look at their history books. Both the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commodes are both improved and could easily take that division from Dallas.

The NFC North has the Green Bay Packers and no one else. But even they cannot be trusted. Aaron Rodgers tends to fall flat on his face in the playoffs and he’s without a true top wide receiver for the first time in his career. Meanwhile, the rest of the division is sub par.

The NFC South has the only real threat to the Rams in the NFC. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have Tom Brady back and a number of weapons. They loaded up on both sides of the ball, and brought back most of their free agents. The Bucs are legit. But that is literally the only team that should scare the Rams.

Meanwhile, the AFC is completely stacked. You could argue, which I did previously HERE, that 10 of the top 12 teams in the NFL are in the AFC. It all lines up for Los Angeles to become the first team since New England nearly 20 years ago to go back-to-back.

Veteran ESPN personality Hank Goldberg dies at 82​

Hank Goldberg, who worked at ESPN as an NFL reporter and handicapping expert for two decades, died Monday on his 82nd birthday, his family confirmed.

Goldberg had been in treatment for chronic kidney disease in recent years.

Known as Hammering Hank, Goldberg was .500 or better in 15 of 17 NFL seasons while predicting games at ESPN. He made appearances on NFL Countdown and ESPN Radio and contributed to the network's thoroughbred racing coverage.

Goldberg had also been a contributor on ESPN's Daily Wager throughout the sports betting show's existence, doing weekly hits during the NFL season and occasional appearances around the Triple Crown races. His last appearance on ESPN was in May, when he did a phone interview from the Kentucky Derby.

"Hank was a bigger part of ESPN's soul than anyone will ever know," said longtime ESPN anchor Chris Berman. "His information made us smarter. His insight made us wiser. His friendship made us better people. Rest in peace Hammer, and thank you from all of us."

Art Manteris, a recently retired, longtime Las Vegas bookmaker, spent his 40-year career trying to fight off wise guys, but quickly learned to respect Goldberg. The two struck up a friendship that lasted over three decades.

They enjoyed a meal together last week, a pastrami on rye from Weiss Deli, one of Goldberg's favorite Las Vegas spots, Manteris said.

"I can assure you, he was no phony," Manteris told ESPN of Goldberg's handicapping prowess. "The Hammer always put his money where his mouth was, and that immediately earned him a high level of respect with me. As a longtime Las Vegas bookmaker, there were few opinions I valued more than Hank's on the NFL."

Goldberg was also a longtime fixture in Miami, serving as a local radio and TV host for more than 25 years and working as a Dolphins radio analyst. He began his career in the 1970s as an assistant to handicapper Jimmy "The Greek" Snyder.

On vacation-dropped by Sofi stadium. It was all locked up but cool to see.

Everyone is talking up Troy Hill as the presumptive starter at nickel. He struggled to break the starting lineup with Cleveland. He only started 4 games and wasn't particularly good. IMO the Rams brought him in as insurance nothing more. David Long will play before Hill will.

I think Durant will be given every opportunity to be the #3 CB. He has the speed, length and athleticism to play both inside and outside giving Morris options on how to use Ramsey. I see Durant as David Long's replacement next year. Unless Long has a breakout season I think he is a comp pick waiting to happen.

I don't think Morris is as shy about playing rookies as Staley and Phillips were. He played Robert Rochell who on paper was far rawer than Durant. It wouldn't surprise me in the least if Durant was the presumptive #3 CB by the end of the season. I really like Durant and look at him and see that between him and Rochell the Rams could be well served for years by these two.

Like most rookies I see him gaining 10-15 lbs in the weight room. His flaws are technique related and are very correctable with good coaching. After another year for Rochell and a year to develop for Durant, this looks like a very good secondary next year.

Everyone thinks it's the hired guns that drive this team. But Snead's drafts are what allow it to happen. They ignore the homegrown talent like Kupp, Higbee, Brian Allen, Noteboom, AD, Gaines, Fuller, Rapp, Scott, and now Rochell, Bruss, and probably Durant. These guys make the fuck them picks work. This is why I don't see doom and gloom when AD retires. No question AD makes this roster elite. But even without him, this is an extremely talented roster on both sides of the ball.

And to everybody else too!

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The attached video is an interesting topic; Best Offensive Trios - Non QB’s.

The Rams trio of Kupp, Robinson, and Akers is his #1 choice.

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Expanding it beyond trio… Who has a better combination than the Ram’s; Kupp, Robinson, Akers, Jefferson, and add the burn potential of Atwell…

Our offense could be crazy good. Better than 2021.

Who has a better combination than that?

The Bengals are definitely in the conversation; Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, Tyler Boyd, and Joe Mixon.

Excluding QB’s from the combination… what are some other good ones?

Chargers just the opening act. The headliner starts at :30

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I know @Angry Ram is a big Tom Brady fan, so… looking forward to his take on this division…

Is the NFC South a 1 team race? The experts seem to believe the Bucs are among the best in the NFC.



Tampa - Is it possible Brady is about to realize he has played one season too many? The Bucs look tired to me.

Saints - Winston will play hot and cold as usual, but he has some nice weapons to work with this year.

Falcons - When your top QB’s are Marcus Mariota and Feleipe Franks… It looks like you are taking a “pass” on the 2022 season.

Panthers - Matt Rhule is in a bad spot. No QB and no time to turn that around.

What do you see?

I’ll go:

1. Bucs
2. Saints
3. Panthers
4. Falcons

I really wanted one, but wasn't thrilled to spend $50. On sale today for $34.99 and free shipping so I pulled the trigger. The sale goes on for about 14 more hours. And it's a Superbowl Champion Bobblehead to add icing on the cake.
Thought I would post it as this is such a unique item for one of the Greatest & beloved Rams ever.
Feel free to delete the thread, admins, when the sale is over. Just wanted to share this with my die hard brothers here.

Lately I have been into cutting chicken breasts in half, marinating them overnight… and grilling them as cutlets.

Done right they are moist and even more flavor full with the right marinade being a little thinner.

I am also into grilled peppers… red, orange, or yellow straight on the grates. Love these!

The NFC East… what to expect here?

2021 Standings


Dallas - An older (to be 29) wiser and more experienced Dak fully back from his knee injury. What about Ezekiel Elliot? Are rumors of his decline an over exaggeration? He’s only 26. Is this the year CeeDee Lamb explodes? He just turned 23.

Philly - It all sort if hinges on Jalen Hurts, right? They are a weird team; no 1000yd receiver or rusher last year.

Washington - Is Ron Rivera the new Jeff Fisher? Carson Wentz is getting passed around from franchise to franchise and each thinks “this is the year”. Do they have enough offensive weapons?

Giants - Daniel Jones enters his 4th season and hasn’t exceeded 87 on his passer rating… since his rookie year. Is Barkley done? He is playing this year as 25yr old.

Allen Robinson says Rams' versatility is 'tremendous advantage'

The Los Angeles Rams have experienced major offensive changes since their Super Bowl LVI victory, most notably the offseason addition of wideout Allen Robinson to Matthew Stafford's arsenal.

The Rams signed the former Chicago Bears receiver to a three-year, $46.5 million deal in March, paving the way for the team to trade veteran receiver Robert Woods to the Tennessee Titans shortly after.

Robinson, 28, joins reigning Offensive Player of the Year Cooper Kupp as the Rams' go-to pass catchers headed into the 2022 season, and the eight-year NFL veteran recently shared that the versatility that he and Kupp will bring to the table this fall is sure to keep defensive heads on a swivel.

"We've been able to feed off each other off the get-go," he said. "Being able to just sit down, talk football as we're watching and going over different routes, seeing different angles. I think that's the biggest thing is the two of us are guys that are very versatile across the board.

"We both can do a lot of different things, and I think that gives us a tremendous advantage because it's not predictable at all to what either of us will be doing when it comes to a particular concept."

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Robinson is coming off a lackluster final season in Chicago, reeling in just 38 catches for 410 yards and one touchdown during the 2021-22 campaign. However, he is aiming to have a bounce-back year with his new team and under Sean McVay.

"It's a system that's able to emphasize all angles of the cuts when it comes to route running for receivers," Robinson added. "And that's something from the outside looking in, before I even signed, was something I noticed. Seeing the receivers be able to run a little bit of everything."

Kupp, who signed a monster extension with Los Angeles earlier this month, led the NFL in receptions (145), receiving yards (1,947) and receiving touchdowns (16) last season. In the postseason, the Super Bowl MVP finished with the most receptions ever in a single playoff run (33). He totaled 478 receiving yards and six TDs in the postseason, trailing only Larry Fitzgerald (546 receiving yards and seven TDs in 2008) in league history.

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After a historic season statistically in 2021, Kupp sits atop L.A.’s depth chart, and Robinson is locked in as the team’s No. 2 receiver. Van Jefferson is set to enter his third season with Los Angeles as the team’s No. 3 receiver, while the return of Odell Beckham Jr. is still up in the air.

Seriously? This is wild if so.

What do you see here in 2022?



The Bengals made the Superbowl and seem to have upgraded one of their key weaknesses - the oline. At the same time, were the Bengals really the best AFC team last year?

The Steelers are in QB transition and unfamiliar water with that. This is an interesting situation to watch… Will Trubisky or Pickett be “that guy”? Is Kenny Pickett’s 8.6” hand size a problem? Name a successful QB with hand size under 9”… I can’t find one.

The Browns… who knows what happens here? A lot depends on the Watson suspension, but does anyone think that won’t be a major distraction the entire year?

The Ravens… I forgot they lost 6 in a row to end the season. Lamar Jackson was injured… so, do they bounce back with a healthy Jackson?

Counting them down…

Opening night… September 8… 70 days until football!

Here is how they finished in 2021;



Is Green Bay still the kings of this division? Or… with losing Adams and an aging Rodgers are they due to step back?

Lots of chat on ROD about the Lions already;


Is Justin Fields and a coaching change the answer in Chicago?

Are the Vikings poised to take over? KoC changes their offense and they added to their D this off-season.

Where do you see this division and it’s teams?