16-12-2003 13:50									#451
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Philidelphia versus New England superbowl.

How would it play out? New England beat Philidelphia early this season, but the Eagles are a better team now. Similarly, the Patriots are a better team, I think. Both have QBs who don't showboat, but just get the damn job DONE, like they're supposed to.

It would come down to a dog-eat-dog match, with each time truly battling it out. That is the superbowl match that I want to see.

	16-12-2003 13:51									#452
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I still stick to my preseason KC prediction.

But New England is going to be one tough cookie to crack. Not to mention Indianapolis.

The AFC playoffs are going to be good this year. NFC is looking a little better, but really there are only 2 teams that have a good shot at making the superbowl.

	16-12-2003 13:54									#453
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I'm not sold on Indianapolis. I can't put my finger on it, but there's something.

	16-12-2003 13:59									#454
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I think this is Indy's year. And don't forget about the Broncos, they'll score an upset in this playoffs... maybe make it to the AFC Championship Game.

Portis, when healthy, is utterly amazing, and when Plummer is behind center, the Broncs can play with ANYONE (ask the Chiefs).

quote: NFC is looking a little better, but really there are only 2 teams that have a good shot at making the superbowl.

I wouldn't count Carolina out just yet. They have the type of team that can make a run (a la the Ravens in 2000).

	16-12-2003 14:00									#455
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quote: Originally posted by monolith94 I'm not sold on Indianapolis. I can't put my finger on it, but there's something.

well until Peyton and Dungy can win in the playoffs (by win I mean go deep- I believe Peyton has a playoff win, and I know Dungy brought the Bucs to the NFC championship one year), I won't be completely sold either. But I wouldn't take them lightly this time around.

	16-12-2003 17:14									#456
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It will all come down to who claims homefield advantage. Foxboro and Philadelphia are not sweet places to play in January.

For now, the Patriots and the Eagles have the edge in the race for homefield advantage.

	16-12-2003 19:18									#457
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Great game last night. Not perfectly played, but two teams that really wanted it.
Much fun to watch.

1. The Wanny Death Watch is in full swing. Chicagoans smirk, and nod knowingly.
2. If Philly doesn't make it to the Super Bowl, whichever AFC team get there will win.
3. What's the deal with McKay leaving Tampa to GM in Atlanta? Was there a conflict with Chucky, or what?

	16-12-2003 20:36									#458
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4. Add Matt Millen to the death watch. He'll be toast by the end of this season.

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If you think about it, luck really has been on Indianapolis' side this year:

1: Illegal onside kick @ TB
2: Dubious penalty in OT @ TB
3: FG off the upright @ TB
4: Injured McNair @ TEN
5: Portis is questionable v DEN
6: Manning is still not injured

	17-12-2003 00:28									#460
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And apparently not on Tennessee's side

quote: NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Dec. 16, 2003) -- Titans backup quarterback Billy Volek will miss the rest of the season after lacerating his spleen during his first NFL start. "It's one of those things that he would miss eight weeks at best, and that would encompass the rest of the season," team spokesman Robbie Bohren said. Volek was hurt when he led Tennessee to a 28-26 victory over Buffalo. He had thrown for 295 yards and two touchdowns and ran for another while substituting for Steve McNair, who has an injured left ankle and strained right calf. McNair, who was the second quarterback against Buffalo, is likely to start this week. He had played 43 straight games until missing the Bills' game. The Titans originally reported Volek had soreness in his ribs. Volek complained of abdominal pain and was admitted to Baptist Hospital that night. Volek's father, John Volek, said from Rocklin, Calif., that his son is angry he won't get another chance this season. "He wanted an opportunity to play, and now it's been taken away," John Volek said. The team's only healthy quarterback right now is rookie Jason Gesser, who has never taken an NFL snap. Gesser, signed as an undrafted free agent, shared the Pac-10's offensive player of the year award with Heisman Trophy winner Carson Palmer, the No. 1 overall pick in this season's draft. The Titans could sign Neil O'Donnell, who spent the 1999-2002 seasons with the Titans but was cut at the end of training camp. O'Donnell still has a home in Nashville. The Titans (10-4) can clinch their fourth playoff berth in five seasons in Week 16 with a victory over Houston or a loss by either Baltimore, Cincinnati or Miami.

	17-12-2003 00:48									#461
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I wish that it was easier to trade in the NFL. Because the Eagles have 2 backup QBs that are better than half the QB's in the league. Tennessee could certainly use Koy Detmer or AJ Feeley right now. I would hate to lose them, but if they could get a shot a permanent starting position elsewhere, I would like to see them traded.

	17-12-2003 00:52									#462
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Frozzy, not nice to laugh at an injury. I understand the point, but you know...

quote: Because the Eagles have 2 backup QBs that are better than half the QB's in the league.

Jeez... think very highly of your backups?

Must be an Eagles fan, because no one else would be silly enough to say that... just like Rob Johnson when he was backing up Brunell was better than half the QBs in the league?

	17-12-2003 01:10									#463
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quote: Originally posted by Imran Siddiqui Frozzy, not nice to laugh at an injury. I understand the point, but you know... quote: Because the Eagles have 2 backup QBs that are better than half the QB's in the league. Jeez... think very highly of your backups? Must be an Eagles fan, because no one else would be silly enough to say that... just like Rob Johnson when he was backing up Brunell was better than half the QBs in the league?

Imran, the self-proclaimed football genius.... When you throw around terms like "silly enough" to characterize others opinions don't you realize that it reinforces everyone's opinion of you as a bombastic arrogant troll?

It's possible the Eagles backups could be a Rob Johnson, but I think that they could be more like a 1999 Kurt Warner story instead. They both performed extremely well in McNabb's absence last year.

	17-12-2003 01:13									#464
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AJ Feeley has some skills, but Koy Detmer is a hack.

IMHO.

	17-12-2003 01:56									#465
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Bring back O'Donnell!!!!!!!

He actually did fairly well in backing up McNair

Feeley could be a starter somewhere. Detmer is backup QB material. A good backup, but a backup nevertheless.

	17-12-2003 06:05									#466
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I wonder where Eli Manning and Chris White will end up next season...

	17-12-2003 06:20									#467
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quote: They both performed extremely well in McNabb's absence last year.

Yes, which proves? Doug Johnson performed extremely well in Vick's absense last year.

You may consider me a bombastic arrogant troll, but you've proven yourself to be nothing more than a homer.

	17-12-2003 06:45									#468
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quote: Originally posted by Frozzy I wonder where Eli Manning and Chris White will end up next season...

God help me (and all ole miss alums) if Eli goes to the cardinals. A fate worse than his father's. All the other really really crappy teams have recently drafted qb's highly (jags, lions, texans, falcons) I suppose the chargers are in the running, as they will dump brees (haha) and hopefully Schottenheimer. I also wouldn't like him to go to the Giants or the 9'rs. blech. though the g'men have a shot at a decent coach, 9rs have another year or two of Dennis the Menace.

* asleepathewheel was secretly hoping his Rams would have an off year and could draft Eli, though a trip to the Super bowl would partially mitigate

	17-12-2003 06:47									#469
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	17-12-2003 06:49									#470
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Chris White? Do you mean Jason White? I don't think he'll go too high, because he'll be seen as a season QB. Rothlesburger (Miami of Ohio guy) will be the 2nd QB I think. Either him or Rivers (NC State).

	17-12-2003 06:49									#471
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Frozzy-

I'm going to the Colts-Broncos game this weekend, my first NFL game. Should be a blast, haven't been to an NFL game before, my home team, the Rams just sell out too much. Colts are my AFC team, partially b/c I like payton, mostly because my wife and I are living in Indiana now.

	17-12-2003 06:51									#472
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Yeah Diss, that 70 degree Miami weather sure is tough to play in. But to be fair to Miami, Philly's playing very good.

	17-12-2003 09:16									#473
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quote: Originally posted by Imran Siddiqui Chris White? Do you mean Jason White?

Gad... I always do that

quote: I don't think he'll go too high, because he'll be seen as a season QB. Rothlesburger (Miami of Ohio guy) will be the 2nd QB I think. Either him or Rivers (NC State).

Really? A bit like Carson Palmer at Cincinnati, then?

	17-12-2003 09:18									#474
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quote: Originally posted by asleepathewheel Frozzy- I'm going to the Colts-Broncos game this weekend, my first NFL game. Should be a blast, haven't been to an NFL game before, my home team, the Rams just sell out too much. Colts are my AFC team, partially b/c I like payton, mostly because my wife and I are living in Indiana now.

I envy you

Should be a monster. Portis, if he plays, hopefully won't be as dangerous as when he's 100%. I'll be watching it on TV

	17-12-2003 10:53									#475
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quote: Really? A bit like Carson Palmer at Cincinnati, then?

, Oops, I meant SYSTEM QB!

	17-12-2003 13:19									#476
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Now we're even

	17-12-2003 13:55									#477
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my first NFL game was the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at the New Orleans Saints. This was back in 1998 when both teams sucked. No TD's scored- all field goals.

But it was still cool. I drank a daiquiri in the stands . And more importantly got to see New Orleans and bourbon street.

	18-12-2003 11:50									#478
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I was thinking there was a game tomorrow, but I guess not.

But there do seem to be saturday games.

So don't forget to make your picks before saturday!

	19-12-2003 02:12									#479
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The Pro Bowl rosters have been announced:

AFC Pro Bowlers - NFC Pro Bowlers

	19-12-2003 02:36									#480
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Three Bears selected!!!

Urlacher on reputation.
Azumah well-deserved.

The NFL schedule starts on Saturday this week, so get your picks in.