The Dallas Cowboys are coming off the home opener, losing 33-31, to the hated New York Giants in front of over 105,000 people.
Who is to blame?
Is it Romo's fault? He didn't play very well. 3 interceptions will do that.
Is it the defense's fault? You give up 33 points, and Eli looks alot more like Peyton, then Peyton does right now.
What about Jerry? He did hype this as bigger than a Superbowl.
All great candidates, but my vote goes to Wade Phillips.
Don't get me wrong. Romo needs to start playing better, but when the offense needed a score or a big play, Romo came through.
When the defense needed a stop, nothing.
I thought that Brian Stewart was fired because his defense didn't work.
We needed a better inside linebacker. Out - Zach Thomas In - Keith Brooking
We needed a better safety. Out - Roy Williams In - Gerald Sensabaugh.
We needed new corners. Out- pacman and Henry In- Scandrick and Jenkins
All the pieces that were needed were gotten. This defense was supposed to go from ok, to pretty darn good. It has done the opposite.
Week 1. The Cowboys can't stop Cadillac Williams and his bum knee.
Week 2. Eli looks like the second coming of Joe Montana.
I understand that Phillips is not on the field, and I do think the players need to take a long look in the mirror. But this is supposed to be " Mr. Fix -It's " side of the ball.
When your team scores 31 points, you should win.
How do you go from leading the league in sacks, to none in the first 2 games?
No turnovers either, and ranking 30th last year is very worrisome.
I am not saying the Cowboys should fire Wade...not yet.
I give him 2 more weeks. If they can't get a turnover against Jake Delhomme, or slow down the mighty Denver attack, then we have problems.
Wade, its your defense. Fix it, or get out.
John Conner
Monday, September 21, 2009
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NFC Fantasy Sleepers
Last week, I gave you the AFC fantasy sleepers, and this week I am doing the same in the NFC.
NFC East
The Dallas Cowboys - Martellus Bennett. Everyone knows that T.O. is gone, and the Cowboys have said the offense will be similar. They will run the ball more, but with Roy Williams and Jason Witten getting all the attention, Bennett is capable of 40 catches for 500 yards and 4-6 scores.
The Philadelphia Eagles - LeSean McCoy. I like Brian Westbrook alot, but he can never seem to stay healthy. McCoy will get carries early to save Westbrook some, and if all holds as usual, he will get alot of carries towards the end of the year.
The New York Giants - Kevin Boss. The Giants really have a lot of holes to fill in the receiver position, but capable hands are at the tight end spot. Boss is coming into his own, and he has the trust of the quarterback. He will end the season as a top 10 tight end.
The Washington Redskins - Devin Thomas. Antwaan Randle El has been a huge disappointment, and this is the year when not only Thomas, but Malcolm Kelly should pass him on the depth chart. They are bigger and have better hands.
NFC North
The Green Bay Packers - Jordy Nelson. Aaron Rodgers is going to throw the ball quite a bit, and Nelson had become one of his favorite targets. Jennings and Driver will get their catches, but the Packers will throw enough for Nelson to get his too.
The Detroit Lions - Jason Hanson. They have Calvin Johnson, a rookie quarterback, and not much else. But they have a reliable kicker, who is kicking indoors. They may not score alot of touchdowns, but they should move it enough to get in field goal range.
The Chicago Bears - Greg Olsen. Jay Cutler wants to throw the ball, but he is limited with weapons. Olsen, a former first round pick has been waiting for a quarterback. The two should mesh well together for a big year.
The Minnesota Vikings - Visanthe Shiancoe. Wherever Brett Farve has been, he uses his tight end alot. With Peterson running the ball, and Berrian and Harvin on the outside, the middle should be wide open for the tight end to roam.
NFC South
The New Orleans Saints - Lance Moore. The Saints are going to throw and throw and throw. Drew Brees should break Dan Marino's record for yards in a season, which means there will be a lot of catches to be had. Moore should get the same number of catches as most teams number 2 receiver.
The Atlanta Falcons - Michael Jenkins. With most of the attention on Roddy White and Tony Gonzalez in the passing game, Jenkins could quietly have 60 catches with close to 1000 yards
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Derrick Ward. Tampa did not sign Ward to watch games. Earnest Graham can't stay healthy, and Ward is primes for a big year. Spending time in New York, Ward can play in cold weather as well.
The Carolina Panthers - Mushin Muhammad. Although he has been a fantasy name in the past, Muhammad has found a role in Carolina's system. As long as Jake can stay upright, Muhammad should have another solid season.
NFC West
The Seattle Seahawks - John Carlson. Carlson came on the seen last year with a solid season, and with T.J. Houshmansjhfj on the outside, Carlson should once again become a solid contributor. Expect his touchdowns to go up.
The San Francisco 49ers - Josh Morgan. If and when, Michael Crabtree signs, he will be the 3rd receiver at best. Morgan should start opposite Isaac Bruce. He will get plenty of opportunities to play with Bruce being old, and Crabtree AWOL.
The St. Louis Rams - Donnie Avery. With very little in the cupboard, the Rams have Steven Jackson and Avery. Avery is a burner, who should take full advantage of the turf. If anyone can step up and help him, he might have a great year.
The Arizona Cardinals - Beanie Wells. Tim Hightower will be the starter, but he will share carries with Wells. Wells has been explosive in the preseason, and if he can stay healthy, which is a big if, he will start by mid season. He is the running threat Arizona has been waiting for.
That is all my fantasy sleepers. Good luck in your leagues, and check back every week for more fantasy knowledge. Like always, if you like it great, if not that's ok too, just email at jpconner9@yahoo.com. See ya next week.
John Conner
NFC East
The Dallas Cowboys - Martellus Bennett. Everyone knows that T.O. is gone, and the Cowboys have said the offense will be similar. They will run the ball more, but with Roy Williams and Jason Witten getting all the attention, Bennett is capable of 40 catches for 500 yards and 4-6 scores.
The Philadelphia Eagles - LeSean McCoy. I like Brian Westbrook alot, but he can never seem to stay healthy. McCoy will get carries early to save Westbrook some, and if all holds as usual, he will get alot of carries towards the end of the year.
The New York Giants - Kevin Boss. The Giants really have a lot of holes to fill in the receiver position, but capable hands are at the tight end spot. Boss is coming into his own, and he has the trust of the quarterback. He will end the season as a top 10 tight end.
The Washington Redskins - Devin Thomas. Antwaan Randle El has been a huge disappointment, and this is the year when not only Thomas, but Malcolm Kelly should pass him on the depth chart. They are bigger and have better hands.
NFC North
The Green Bay Packers - Jordy Nelson. Aaron Rodgers is going to throw the ball quite a bit, and Nelson had become one of his favorite targets. Jennings and Driver will get their catches, but the Packers will throw enough for Nelson to get his too.
The Detroit Lions - Jason Hanson. They have Calvin Johnson, a rookie quarterback, and not much else. But they have a reliable kicker, who is kicking indoors. They may not score alot of touchdowns, but they should move it enough to get in field goal range.
The Chicago Bears - Greg Olsen. Jay Cutler wants to throw the ball, but he is limited with weapons. Olsen, a former first round pick has been waiting for a quarterback. The two should mesh well together for a big year.
The Minnesota Vikings - Visanthe Shiancoe. Wherever Brett Farve has been, he uses his tight end alot. With Peterson running the ball, and Berrian and Harvin on the outside, the middle should be wide open for the tight end to roam.
NFC South
The New Orleans Saints - Lance Moore. The Saints are going to throw and throw and throw. Drew Brees should break Dan Marino's record for yards in a season, which means there will be a lot of catches to be had. Moore should get the same number of catches as most teams number 2 receiver.
The Atlanta Falcons - Michael Jenkins. With most of the attention on Roddy White and Tony Gonzalez in the passing game, Jenkins could quietly have 60 catches with close to 1000 yards
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Derrick Ward. Tampa did not sign Ward to watch games. Earnest Graham can't stay healthy, and Ward is primes for a big year. Spending time in New York, Ward can play in cold weather as well.
The Carolina Panthers - Mushin Muhammad. Although he has been a fantasy name in the past, Muhammad has found a role in Carolina's system. As long as Jake can stay upright, Muhammad should have another solid season.
NFC West
The Seattle Seahawks - John Carlson. Carlson came on the seen last year with a solid season, and with T.J. Houshmansjhfj on the outside, Carlson should once again become a solid contributor. Expect his touchdowns to go up.
The San Francisco 49ers - Josh Morgan. If and when, Michael Crabtree signs, he will be the 3rd receiver at best. Morgan should start opposite Isaac Bruce. He will get plenty of opportunities to play with Bruce being old, and Crabtree AWOL.
The St. Louis Rams - Donnie Avery. With very little in the cupboard, the Rams have Steven Jackson and Avery. Avery is a burner, who should take full advantage of the turf. If anyone can step up and help him, he might have a great year.
The Arizona Cardinals - Beanie Wells. Tim Hightower will be the starter, but he will share carries with Wells. Wells has been explosive in the preseason, and if he can stay healthy, which is a big if, he will start by mid season. He is the running threat Arizona has been waiting for.
That is all my fantasy sleepers. Good luck in your leagues, and check back every week for more fantasy knowledge. Like always, if you like it great, if not that's ok too, just email at jpconner9@yahoo.com. See ya next week.
John Conner
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