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The over/under for the Cincinnati Bengals is 9 wins. The Bengals are 19-1 to win the Super Bowl, and 11-1 to win the AFC.
I think the bookies are right on the money. I see the Bengals winning 9 games this season, because they have a tough schedule this year. I might suggest a small play on them to win the AFC, which they might have done last year if the Steelers didn’t cheap shot Carson Palmer.
The Bengals looked so good I wish it was September 10th already. Carson Palmer looked as if he was never hurt. Palmer completed 9 of 14 passes (64.3%) for 140 yards, and threw 3 TD passes. Bengals fans had to be a little nervous when Palmer took off on a scramble for 11 yards. Anthony Wright replaced him and played solid again, connecting on 7 of 12 passes for 65 yards and a TD. Doug Johnson completed 1 of 3 passes for 28 yards and a TD.
Rudi Johnson carried the ball 12 times for 35 yards. de de Dorsey ran good again. Dorsey had 8 carries for 59 yards (7.4 ypc). Quincy Wilson carried the ball 10 times for 35 yards.
TJ Houshmandzadeh caught 5 passes for 96 yards (19.2 avg) and a TD.
The defense looked really good again. Safety Dexter Jackson picked up a Brett Favre fumble in the first quarter and returned it 29 yards for a TD. That was Jackson’s second TD return of the pre-season, he looks like an excellent pick-up for the Bengals. The Bengals held the Packers to 101 yards rushing on 36 carries, for an average of 2.8 yards per rush. The Packers only completed 45.2% of their passes for 147 net yards through the air.
With Chris Perry slow to recover from surgery to his ankle and knee, alot of running backs have been getting a long look in the pre-season. de de Dorsey has been the most impressive of the young running backs. Dorsey was signed as an undrafted free-agent from Lindenwood College. Dorsey has rushed 12 times for 90 yards (7.5 ypc) and has caught 3 passes for 80 yards (26.7 avg.).
Dorsey might not make the team, but he has made a positive impression and could make the practice squad.
Anthony Wright and Doug Johnson have been getting a lot of playing time in Carson Palmer’s absence, and have been producing. Anthony Wright has completed 51.4% of his passes for 200 yards and 2 TD passes, for a QB rating of 87.8. Wright might be in line to start the season if Palmer isn’t ready to go on September 10th.
Doug Johnson has been playing even better than Wright. Johnson has completed 67.9% of his passes for 261 yards and 2 TD passes. Johnson’s QB rating so far is 121.3.
The Bengals were a little worried after letting Jon Kitna leave after the season, but Wright and Johnson’s play in the pre-season have calmed the front office’s nerves a little bit.
Who would have thought that the Bengals would have the most points in the NFL thru two pre-season games? No Carson Palmer or Chris Perry and the Bengals are still rolling. The Bengals are averaging an amazing 31.5 points in their two victories. The offense has been purring because of the QB play it has gotten from Anthony Wright and Doug Johnson. The Bengals are averaging 208.0 yards passing per game and completing 58.7% of their passes. The running game has been a little slow to start the pre-season, averaging 99.0 yards per game and only 3.4 yards per carry. But it’s just the pre-season….Rudi Johnson will crank it up in September.
The Bengals defense has been solid against the run only allowing 92.0 yards per game and 3.4 yards per carry. The pass defense has been a little leaky so far allowing 219.0 yards per game, but that happens when you build a big lead and your opponent is playing catch-up.
Perry could start the season on the Physically Unable to Perform List to start the season. Perry had off-season surgery on his ankle and has shown no signs of returning to the field anytime soon. Kenny Watson moves up the depth chart as a result of Perry’s condition.
Dexter Jackson returned a fumble return 72 yards for the opening score of the game, and that was a tone-setter. Keiwan Ratliff returned an interception of a J.P. Losman pass 26 yards for a TD in the second quarter. The Bengals did have a huge problem stopping the run as the Bills ran for 154 yards on 30 carries. The Bills also completed 60% of their passes for 212 net yards passing.
Anthony Wright played decent again, completing 9 of 19 passes for 99 yards and a TD. Doug Johnson even looked better than Wright completing 8 of 14 passes for 133 yards and a TD.
Running back Quincy Wilson ran the ball 16 times for 44 yards and caught 3 passes for 18 yards. Chad Johnson looked real good catching 5 passes for 73 yards and a TD.
1. Steve Smith, Panthers (9) The most explosive receiver in the game. Smith can score from anywhere on the field.
2. Torry Holt, Rams (7) The best receiver on the “Greatest Show on Turf”.
3. Chad Johnson, Bengals (5) Johnson should be #1 on this list……just ask him.
4. Randy Moss, Raiders (3) Moss is healthy so look out this season.
5. Terrell Owens, Cowboys (3) Could be #1 on this list….if I knew he would behave.
6. Anquan Boldin, Cardinals (9) Plenty of passes to be split with Fitzgerald.
7. Marvin Harrison, Colts (6) He keeps churning out great seasons.
8. Larry Fitzgerald, Cardinals (9) Not as explosive as his partner in crime.
9. Reggie Wayne, Colts (6) #2 in Indy, but would be #1 on most teams.
10. Santana Moss, Redskins (8) Can score from anywhere on the field, at anytime.
11. Donald Driver, Packers (6) Look for a Brett Favre rebound and Driver is his #1 guy.
12. Derrick Mason, Ravens (7) Mason and McNair together again.
13. Joe Horn, Saints (7) Brees will like throwing to this guy.
14. Hines Ward, Steelers (4) Tough as nails, the Steelers go-to guy.
15. Roy Williams, Lions (8) Kitna and Martz will be looking for him all day.
16. Chris Chambers, Dolphins (8) Culpepper’s new favorite receiver.
17. Eric Moulds, Texans (5) Carr has been waiting for another elite wide-out.
18. Keenan McCardell, Chargers (3) He just keeps on putting up good seasons.
19. Lee Evans, Bills (8) Know the #1 receiver in Buffalo…..look out!
20. Plaxico Burress, Giants (4) Has had some huge games for the Giants.
21. Eddie Kennison, Chiefs (3) Has emerged as #1 WR for Chiefs.
22. Joey Galloway, Bucs (4) Awesome comeback year last season.
23. Andre Johnson, Texans (5) Can’t double-team him anymore with Moulds around.
24. David Givens, Titans (7) Very productive receiver in his career with the Patriots.
25. Reggie Brown, Eagles (9) New #1 WR for Eagles.
26. Rod Smith, Broncos (4) Aging, but still producing.
27. Isaac Bruce, Rams (7) He’s healthy again….look out.
28. Terry Glenn, Cowboys (3) Coming off a good season.
29. Drew Bennett, Titans (7) Will thrive as the #2 WR once again.
30. Javon Walker, Broncos (4) If his knee is right, he will put up good numbers.
31. Nate Burleson, Seahawks (5) Could be the #1 WR for the Seahawks if Jackson’s knee keeps bothering him.
32. Deion Branch, Patriots (6) #1 WR, but Brady spreads the ball around.
33. Mushin Muhammad, Bears (7) Need someone on the other side to loosen up the coverage.
34. Braylon Edwards, Browns (6) Back early from his knee injury, is good with Frye.
35. Darrell Jackson, Seahawks (5) Would be higher but his knee is bugging him.
36. Michael Clayton, Bucs (4) He’s looking to rebound from sub-par year and is looking good in camp.
37. Donte’ Stallworth, Saints (7) Brees will light a fire under this guy.
38. Keyshawn Johnson, Panthers (9) Will get single coverage all the time.
39. Joe Jurevicius, Browns (6) Big target in the Red Zone.
40. Laveranues Coles, Jets (9) Pennington’s favorite receiver.
41. T.J. Houshmandzadeh, Bengals (5) #2 guy in Cincy.
42. Brandon Stokley, Colts (6) Best #3 WR in the league.
43. Jerry Porter, Raiders (3) Where will he be playing this year?
44. Ernest Wilford, Jaguars (6) Looking like the #1 guy in camp.
45. Troy Williamson, Vikings (6) Has huge upside due to his blazing speed.
46. Kevin Curtis, Rams (7) Second best #3 WR in league.
47. Amani Toomer, Giants (4) More of a possession receiver at this point in his career.
48. Koren Robinson, Vikings (6) Good deep threat.
49. Matt Jones, Jaguars (6) Battling for the #1 job in camp.
50. Mark Clayton, Ravens (7) Will benefit from playing with an NFL QB this year.
51. Eric Parker, Chargers (3) Starting wide-out that is a little better than average.
52. Corey Bradford, Lions (8) Has the speed to stretch the defense at Ford Field.
53. Antonio Bryant, 49ers (7) Went for over 1,000 yards last season in Cleveland.
54. Marty Booker, Dolphins (8) Possession receiver for Fins.
55. Brandon Lloyd, Redskins (8) Playing with a real QB now.
56. Reche Caldwell, Patriots (6) One of the guys Brady will spray the ball around to.
57. Greg Lewis, Eagles (9) Somebody has to catch McNabb’s passes.
58. Samie Parker, Chiefs (3) Has the speed to stretch the field.
59. Michael Jenkins, Falcons (5) Falcons don’t pass much.
60. Roddy White, Falcons (5) Falcons don’t pass much.
61. Robert Ferguson, Packers (6) Has a slight hold on a starting position.
62. Cedrick Wilson, Steelers (4) Possession receiver for a running team.
63. Jerricho Cotchery, Jets (9) Possession receiver is running with the first team.
64. Ashley Lelie, Broncos (4) Could move up this list with a bullet if traded to the right team.
65. Antwan Randle El, Redskins (8) Exciting player, but doesn’t score many points.
66. Santonio Holmes, Steelers (4) Moves up this list if he can beat out Cedrick Wilson.
67. Doug Gabriel, Raiders (3) Moves up this list after Jerry Porter gets traded.
68. Dante Hall, Chiefs (3) If Edwards is really gonna make him his #3 WR, then he moves up the list.
69. Travis Taylor, Vikings (6) Solid #3 WR for the Vikings.
70. Marcus Robinson, Vikings (6) Very good in the Red Zone.
71. Keary Colbert, Panthers (9) Will rebound from down season last year.
72. Chris Henry, Bengals (5) Pure talent that just needs a few more passes thrown his way.
73. Chad Jackson, Patriots (6) Has the talent to beat out Caldwell for starting position.
74. Ronald Curry, Raiders (3) Was just coming around when he blew out his knee last year.
75. Bobby Engram, Seahawks (5) Nothing flashy, but solid.
76. Sinorice Moss, Giants (4) Not as good as his brother…..yet.
77. Bryant Johnson, Cardinals (9) Gets scraps from the table.
78. Shaun McDonald, Rams (7) Very good wide-out on a very deep team.
79. David Boston, Bucs (4) This is not a misprint. He’s blowing people away in camp.
80. Greg Jennings, Packers (6) Could give Ferguson a run for his money.
81. Derek Hagan, Dolphins (8) Rookie is looking good in camp.
82. Travis Wilson, Browns (6) Another rookie that’s making a good impression.
83. Ike Hilliard, Bucs (4) Not much left in the tank.
84. Devery Henderson, Saints (7) Could be the year he breaks out of his shell.
85. Glen Martinez, Lions (8) A Mike Martz favorite.
86. Derrick Armstrong, Texans (5) #3 WR.
87. Dennis Northcutt, Browns (6) Having a battle for his #3 spot.
88. Justin McCareins, Jets (9) In Coach Mangini’s doghouse.
89. Kelly Campbell, Dolphins (8) Deep threat from Culpepper’s past.
90. Jabar Gaffney, Eagles (9) Switches cities, but still a #3 WR.
91. Kassim Osgood, Chargers (3) Could be #3.
92. Patrick Crayton, Cowboys (3) Could be #3 if healthy.
93. Rod Gardner, Packers (6) Looks like #4 guy in GB.
94. Reggie Williams, Jaguars (6) #1 job was open, but he doesn’t look like he wanted it.
95. Darius Watts, Broncos (4) Still having problems with drops.
96. Peerless Price, Bills (8) Bills are grasping at straws.
97. Antonio Chatman, Bengals (5) Has a chance at the #3 job.
98. Troy Brown, Patriots (6) Old reliable.
99. Wes Welker, Dolphins (8) He does a little of everything.
100. Brandon Jones, Titans (7) Did ok as a rookie.
101. Roydell Williams, Titans (7) Had almost identical numbers that Jones did last year.
102. Josh Reed, Bills (8) Put up or shut up time for Reed.
103. Todd Pinkston, Eagles (9) The man with alligator arms.
104. Vincent Jackson, Chargers (3) Getting a chance this year.
105. Dane Looker, Rams (7) Possession receiver.
106. James Thrash, Redskins (8) Low on the depth chart.
107. David Patten, Redskins (8) Below Thrash on the depth chart.
108. Tim Carter, Giants (4) Good speed, but little chance.
109. David Tyree, Giants (4) Good speed, but little chance.
110. Terrance Wilkins, Colts (6) Any Colt is worth mention.
111. Andre Davis, Bills (8) Played with Holcomb on Browns.
112. Mike Williams, Lions (8) First round bust.
113. Mark Bradley, Bears (7) Second year wideout on a running team.
114. Clarence Moore, Ravens (7) Wins jump balls.
115. Kelley Washington, Bengals (5) Is a good wide-out but has problems staying healthy.
116. Justin Gage, Bears (7) Bears getting tired of waiting for him.
117. Brandon Williams, 49ers (7) Rookie could catch a few.
118. Tim Dwight, Jets (9) Always fun to watch play.
119. Quincy Morgan, Steelers (4) Good speed but hands of stone.
120. Demetrius Williams, Ravens (7) Rookie could get a few grabs.
121. Skyler Green, Cowboys (3) Rookie could battle for #3 WR position.
122. Jerome Pathon, Falcons (5) Could be Falcons #3 WR.
123. Troy Edwards, Jaguars (6) Edwards back to the scene of his best year.
124. Derrick Hamilton, 49ers (7) Could be #3 WR for 49ers.
125. Brad Smith, Jets (9) Converted QB…..could catch a few.
126. Charles Rogers, Lions (8) Just trying to stick in the NFL now.
1. Shaun Alexander, Seahawks (5) Alexander is a TD machine and a great back for yardage.
2. Larry Johnson, Chiefs (3) Johnson exploded on the scene last year and won’t have to share time with Priest Holmes anymore.
3. Ladainian Tomlinson, Chargers (3) Workhorse that can score receiving, rushing OR passing!
4. Tiki Barber, Giants (4) Awesome season last year, but beware…he’s in his 30’s.
5. Clinton Portis, Redskins (8) Can go the distance on any carry and is the focal point of the Redskins offense.
6. Rudi Johnson, Bengals (5) A battering ram that will be more busy than usual until Carson Palmer is 100%.
7. Ronnie Brown, Dolphins (8) Good blend of speed and power, and he doesn’t have to share carries with a pothead anymore.
8. Cadillac Williams, Bucs (4) Will have an awesome season as long as Gruden doesn’t run him into the ground again.
9. Edgerrin James, Cardinals (9) Weaker offensive line this year, but still an elite back.
10. Lamont Jordan, Raiders (3) The big guy catches alot of passes to go with his rushing yards.
11. Stephen Jackson, Rams (7) Coach Linehan will use the run alot more than Martz did.
12. Domanick Davis, Texans (5) Can catch or run with the best of them….as long as he stays healthy.
13. Jamal Lewis, Ravens (7) In training camp this year instead of the pokey. Should bounce back strong.
14. Willis McGahee, Bills (8) If passing game keeps extra guys out of the box, he should have his best season.
15. Corey Dillon, Patriots (6) Might have to split carries with Maroney, but he’ll still the the majority of the carries.
16. Reggie Bush, Saints (7) Will line up all over the field and might have more yards receiving than rushing.
17. Rueben Droughns, Browns (6) Will score more TDs this season due to an improved line and receivers.
18. Willie Parker, Steelers (4) If he gets to run near the goal line he shoots up this list.
19. Ahman Green, Packers (6) Injury risk, but one worth taking.
20. Fred Taylor, Jaguars (6) Injury risk, but is a dominator when healthy.
21. Dominic Rhodes, Colts (6) Has a good shot to be the main man for the Colts.
22. Brian Westbrook, Eagles (9) Weak receiving corps in Philly will mean more work for Westbrook.
23. Kevin Jones, Lions (8) Could rebound from an off-year, but will Martz let him run the ball enough?
24. Julius Jones, Cowboys (3) Would rank alot higher if he could stay in one piece.
25. Deuce McAllister, Saints (7) I still have a feeling that Deuce will lead the Saints in rushing, and get all the goal-line carrries.
26. Chester Taylor, Vikings (6) Finally get his chance, he could put up numbers like Lamont Jordan did last year.
27. Warrick Dunn, Falcons (5) Alot of yards, but not alot of TDs.
28. Chris Brown, Titans (7) Who knows what to expect out of the Titans running game?
29. DeShaun Foster, Panthers (9) Brittle, but effective when he plays.
30. D’Angelo Williams, Panthers (9) Waiting for Foster to get hurt so he can take his job and never give it back.
31. Thomas Jones, Bears (7) In the Bears doghouse, but he did go over 1,000 yards last season.
32. Cedric Benson, Bears (7) Banged up in camp, but was listed ahead of Jones on depth chart.
33. Frank Gore, 49ers (7) A warrior that only needs to stay healthy to show off.
34. Curtis Martin, Jets (9) Near the end of his Hall-of-Fame career because of bad knees.
35. Kevan Barlow, 49ers (7) Neck and neck with Gore for the starting job in San Fran.
36. Cedric Houston, Jets (9) Started in Martin’s place last year, and will be first in line this year too.
37. Joseph Addai, Colts (6) Never was a full-time back at LSU.
38. Tatum Bell, Broncos (4) Team thinks he’s too small to be an everydown back, but he’s effective when he plays.
39. Michael Pittman, Bucs (4) Should get more carries to keep the Cadillac fresh this year.
40. Marion Barber, Cowboys (3) Plays behind injury-prone Jones and gets a lot of carries near the end zone.
41. Samkon Gado, Packers (6) Power runner that showed alot last season. Will get a ton of carries if Green isn’t all the way back.
42. T.J. Duckett, Falcons (5) Beast near the goal-line for Atlanta.
43. Mewelde Moore, Vikings (6) Good back-up running back.
44. Mike Anderson, Ravens (7) Had a huge season in Denver and should still some carries from Jamal Lewis this year.
45. Duce Staley, Steelers (4) Could be the goal-line back for the Steelers this year.
46. Laurence Maroney, Patriots (6) Could steal alot of carries from Corey Dillon.
47. Antowain Smith, Texans (5) Could get alot of carries this season to keep Domanick Davis fresh and healthy.
48. Ron Dayne, Broncos (4) Can Mike Shanahan really make a good running back out of anybody?
49. Maurice Morris, Seahawks (5) Good back that’s biding his time until free-agency.
50. Lee Suggs, Browns (6) Will give Droughns a few breaks this season.
51. Chris Perry, Bengals (5) Good back-up running back that catches alot of passes.
52. Brandon Jacobs, Giants (4) TD machine in goal-line offense.
53. LenDale White, Titans (7) One of Coach Chow’s favorite players at USC.
54. Mike Bell, Broncos (4) Undrafted rookie that’s rising up the depth chart in Denver.
55. Justin Fargas, Raiders (3) Third-down back for Raiders.
56. Ladell Betts, Redskins (8) Betts always produces when he plays.
57. Michael Turner, Chargers (3) Turner is a great back-up, but Tomlinson never comes out of the game.
58. Kevin Faulk, Patriots (6) Good pass catching third-down back.
59. Shawn Bryson, Lions (8) Coach Martz likes his receiving skills.
60. Derrick Blaylock, Jets (9) Could get a lot of carries if Martin hangs up the cleats.
61. Michael Bennett, Chiefs (3) Bennett could produce as a third-down back for Chiefs.
62. Jerious Norwood, Falcons (5) Has been impressive in camp.
63. Maurice Hicks, 49ers (7) Productive when he plays.
64. Najeh Davenport, Packers (6) Coming off an injury, but a load to bring down.
65. Greg Jones, Jaguars (6) #2 behind fragile Fred Taylor.
66. Jerome Harrison, Browns (6) Good skills, could be ideal third-down back.
67. Nick Goings, Panthers (9) Always seems to get alot of P.T.
68. Travis Henry, Titans (7) Tough guy, but probably #3 in line for carries.
69. Moe Williams, Rams (7) Tough runner with a nose for the goal-line.
70. Marcel Shipp, Cardinals (9) Had his chance last season and blew it.
71. Adrian Peterson, Bears (7) #3 in Chicago.
72. Maurice Drew, Jaguars (6) A little small, but he has skills.
73. Ryan Moats, Eagles (9) The Eagles will run more this year and Moats is the #2 guy.
74. Brian Calhoun, Lions (8) Was a great runner in Wisconsin and could push Jones for job.
75. J.J. Arrington, Cardinals (9) Had a decent year as a rookie, but backing up the Edge now.
76. Tyson Thompson, Cowboys (3) #3 in Big D.
77. James Mungro, Colts (6) Could be Colts goal-line back.
78. Vernand Morency, Texans (5) #3 in Houston.
79. Anthony Thomas, Bills (8) Could get carries near the goal-line for the Bills.
80. Sammy Morris, Dolphins (8) Ronnie Brown’s caddy.
81. Verron Haynes, Steelers (4) Could battle Staley and Parker for goal-line carries.
82. Rock Cartwright, Redskins (8) Averaged over 7 yards per carry last season.
83. Tony Fisher, Rams (7) Duking it out with Moe Williams for back-up job.
84. Aaron Stecker, Saints (7) #3 behind McAllister and Bush.
85. Darren Sproles, Chargers (3) Kick-returner and #3 running back for Chargers.
86. Musa Smith, Ravens (7) Big back that is injury-prone.
87. Ciatrick Fason, Vikings (6) Could be goal-line back for Vikings.
88. Travis Minor, Dolphins (8) Good receiving back.
89. Shaud Williams, Bills (8) Small, #3 back for Bills.
90. Kenny Watson, Bengals (5) Always productive when he plays, but doesn’t play much.
91. Dee Brown, Chiefs (3) Brown is #3 in KC.
92. Rashard Lee, Raiders (3) At least he can return kicks.
93. Josh Scobey, Seahawks (5) Kick-returner and #3 back for Seattle.
94. Bruce Perry, Eagles (9) Coming back from injury-filled rookie season.
95. Ernest Graham, Bucs (4) Sits on bench every week.
96. Derrick Ward, Giants (4) Suffered broken foot in camp.
1. Chicago Bears (7) The Bears have the best defense in the NFL, and they added return ace Devin Hester in the draft.
2. Pittsburgh Steelers (4) The Steelers play keep away with their offense, but the defense is still very good and opportunistic.
3. Tampa Bay Bucs (4) The Bucs are super quick on defense and rush the passer well.
4. Philadelphia Eagles (9) The Eagles are a solid defensive team that has been good for awhile now.
5. Baltimore Ravens (7) Drafting Ngata will keep O-Linemen off Ray Lewis…who should have a huge season.
6. Washington Redskins (8) The Redskins’ offense will pressure other team into making mistakes.
7. Indianapolis Colts (6) Colts fast defense takes advantage of teams trying to play “catch-up”.
8. San Diego Chargers (3) Chargers have a quick, opportunistic defense.
9. New England Patriots (6) As long as Belichick is putting the X’s and O’s on the chalkboard, the Patriots will have a good defense.
10. Dallas Cowboys (3) The Cowboys have re-loaded the defense with guys Parcells hand-picked for the job.
11. Miami Dolphins (8) Saban is a master at defense, and he has alot of good players on that side of the ball.
12. New York Giants (4) Big, physical defense that gets alot of sacks.
13. Jacksonville Jaguars (6) Coach Del Rio stockpiled defensive players when he got the job, and now it’s paying off.
14. Carolina Panthers (9) Defense is opportunistic, and Peppers is a sack machine.
15. Atlanta Falcons (5) Adding John Abraham will make this a tough defense to deal with.
16. Kansas City (3) Herman Edwards is a defensive coach, but he’s not a miracle worker. They do have the best kick-returner in the NFL in Dante Hall.
17. Cleveland Browns (6) Four new starters on defense will make this a very physical unit.
18. Seattle Seahawks (5) Under-rated part of the team.
19. Minnesota Vikings (6) A quick unit that doesn’t make alot of big plays.
20. Green Bay Packers (6) Young linebackers Hawk and Hodge make this a unit on the way up.
21. Denver Broncos (4) Imported too many Ex-Browns that weren’t that good.
22. St. Louis Rams (7) Defense is under construction.
23. Cincinnati Bengals (5) Losing their best player for the first four games will hurt the defense…..badly.
24. Buffalo Bills (8) The draft was a good start, but the new blood won’t make that much of a difference this season.
25. NY Jets (9) Not alot of playmakers on this side of the ball.
26. Arizona Cardinals (9) Defense not in same league as the Cards offense.
27. Detroit Lions (8) Defense could be on the field alot…..and that’s not a good thing.
28. Tennessee Titans (7) Not a lot of playmakers on this side of the field.
29. New Orleans Saints (7) Rebuilding, just like the city.
30. Houston Texans (5) Mario Williams can’t do it alone.
31. San Francisco 49ers (7) Defense will be on the field alot, and they will more than likely be defending short fields because of their inept offense.
32. Oakland Raiders (3) A long way to go to just be average.