jlgarsh Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 6 hours ago, MJS said: "Heading into Week 4 of the 2019 season, an astounding eight teams stand undefeated. That's five more undefeated teams than at this point last year, and tied with 1996 for the second-most undefeated teams through the first three weeks of any season since 1930. All of these teams should be feeling good, given that 73.8 percent of teams to start 3-0 since 1990 have gone on to make the playoffs. But this is the NFL, and anything can happen. Which of the eight undefeated teams am I most confident in? I've ranked them below, separating them further into three categories: playoff locks, on the bubble and potentially too good to be true." PLAYOFF LOCKS 1) PATRIOTS (3-0) 2) CHIEFS (3-0) 3) COWBOYS (3-0) 4) RAMS (3-0) ON THE BUBBLE 5) BILLS (3-0) "Buffalo fans have been teased before, but it feels like this iteration of the Bills is a legit playoff squad, especially when you consider that they should be able to count on getting three more wins out of their three remaining matchups against the Jets and Dolphins. (Buffalo already beat the Jets in Week 1.) Of course, this team could REALLY quiet doubters by beating the visiting Patriots this Sunday. For that to happen, the Bills will need Josh Allen to maintain the upward trajectory he's been on in his second pro season; the quarterback has improved on his rookie marks in completion rate (64.1, up from 52.8), interception rate (2.9 percent, down from 3.8) and yards per attempt (7.3, up from 6.5) while continuing to pose a threat on the ground (8.7 yards per carry with two rushing scores)." 6) PACKERS (3-0) TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE? 7) 49ERS (3-0)8 ) LIONS (2-0-1) http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000001058869/article/confidence-rankings-for-undefeated-patriots-solid-49ers-shaky I think this analysis is pretty spot on. Interesting that Brandt puts the Bills in front of the Packers. I also think it is interesting that he puts the Cowboys in front of the Rams. The NFC East is less competitive than the West so far this season. May be why Cowboys are above the Rams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jared Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 2 hours ago, LSHMEAB said: McVay is basically the QB for the Rams, which is why I'm surprised they gave Goff that extension. He's just a decent QB playing a GREAT system. The problem is there is no guarantee you can replace him with someone at least as good. The entire AFC East has been chasing a franchise QB for the last 20 years other than the Patriots. In three teams the best we've see has been Noodle-Armed Pennington in even numbered years, and the husk of Drew Bledsoe for a couple seasons, and the Ghost of Brett Favre in 2008. That was about it. If you have even an above average QB, you have to build a defense around them. You do NOT take your chances on the QB Roulette and try to get a better one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Brown Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 2 hours ago, LSHMEAB said: McVay is basically the QB for the Rams, which is why I'm surprised they gave Goff that extension. He's just a decent QB playing a GREAT system. That could definitely catch up to them when it matters most. But you have to consider they didn't have Kupp last season in the playoffs, who's a huge part of what they do. I think they're the best team in the NFC in spite of Goff. I'm not surprised as Goff's strengths play perfectly into that system. He's a rhythm thrower who can make all the throws with the touch and accuracy needed that's not easily replaceable. Mine as well lock him up now before the market goes up. The Rams better lock up home field each year though as Goff's stats in cold weather are horrible which was a worry coming out of college given his hand size. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJS Posted September 26, 2019 Author Share Posted September 26, 2019 49 minutes ago, Jared said: The problem is there is no guarantee you can replace him with someone at least as good. The entire AFC East has been chasing a franchise QB for the last 20 years other than the Patriots. In three teams the best we've see has been Noodle-Armed Pennington in even numbered years, and the husk of Drew Bledsoe for a couple seasons, and the Ghost of Brett Favre in 2008. That was about it. If you have even an above average QB, you have to build a defense around them. You do NOT take your chances on the QB Roulette and try to get a better one. Yes. Above average QB's are a rarity. You stick with them until you have a clear upgrade. But I think if the Rams were smart they'd be looking. Put Mahomes or Brees or Rodgers on their team and they are a dynasty. With Goff they are limited from their full potential. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reader Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 2 hours ago, MJS said: Yes. Above average QB's are a rarity. You stick with them until you have a clear upgrade. But I think if the Rams were smart they'd be looking. Put Mahomes or Brees or Rodgers on their team and they are a dynasty. With Goff they are limited from their full potential. Imagine if we got to have seen a McVay, Peyton Manning duo. Although maybe that'd be a case of too many cooks in the kitchen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nextmanup Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 10 hours ago, Reader said: The Rams are interesting. I have a hard time discerning how good of a QB Goff is. At least for 3 games in, Dak seems more consistent. If you unsure of Goff, you must be absolutely certain that Allen is bust. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSBill Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 Good news for the Bills: 3-8 (besides us) are all NFC teams. Chiefs and Pats are pretty much a lock, and the AFC is wide-open after that. And after we win on Sunday, Bills will move to be with the Chiefs.? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 2 hours ago, CSBill said: Good news for the Bills: 3-8 (besides us) are all NFC teams. Chiefs and Pats are pretty much a lock, and the AFC is wide-open after that. And after we win on Sunday, Bills will move to be with the Chiefs.? Utopia my man. Even if the Bills Win ALL the power rankings (not by a Bills fan) will have KC#1, NE* or RAMS at #2 or 3 but still above Buffalo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mellow1 Posted September 26, 2019 Share Posted September 26, 2019 3 hours ago, SlimShady'sGhost said: Utopia my man. Even if the Bills Win ALL the power rankings (not by a Bills fan) will have KC#1, NE* or RAMS at #2 or 3 but still above Buffalo If the Bills Win they will go top 3 or 4 for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJS Posted September 26, 2019 Author Share Posted September 26, 2019 48 minutes ago, Mellow1 said: If the Bills Win they will go top 3 or 4 for sure I doubt they would surpass the Chiefs or Patriots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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