1. I'm going to sure up the line with
Ryan Clady (OT Boise St. 66 317). Small snipit from the write-up "Clady is the prototype left tackle. He has a long, lean frame and is an excellent athlete. He easily mirrors defenders in pass protection, and shows excellent lateral agility. He is an excellent pass protector, and should keep his quarterbacks jersey clean on a consistent basis."
2. Asante Samuel, UFA, New England Patriots. From FootballsFuture.com, "Samuel is quickly becoming known as one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL, having posted a league-best ten interceptions last season. He has followed it up with six interceptions this season, and while his interception totals have been impressive, so has his ability to stick to receivers on a regular basis. Hes shutdown quality receivers, helping the Patriots to an undefeated record through so far. If Samuel is not signed to an extension, hell command big dollars on the market."
Personally, I like Demps and think he'll nail down the FS spot for us next year (particularly with better corner play then Faggins could give). Brown is a better SS then FS and is servicable. This FA is here to replace DRob who I don't think will be fully recovered from his unjury until 2010 (just a gut feeling, but I bet DRob doesn't play at all in 2008 and doesn't get back on the filed until late in 2009 season).
3.Home:
Indianapolis - L - its Indy and they are still an very, very good
Jacksonville - L - I'm very impressed with Jacksonville. Reminds me of the old Raiders.
Tennessee - W - Young is still a one man show and that defense is over rated.
Baltimore - W - Old defense, No QB
Cincinnati - W - No defense, shaky o-line
Chicago - W - Still no QB and the defense lost something when they release Tank
Detroit - W - Its Detroit, do I need to say anything more
Miami - W - Tuna will change things and get this team moving forward but its a long uphill climb.
Away:
Indianapolis - L - Its Indy and it there
Jacksonville - L - See first comment on Jacksonville
Tennessee - W - I think Tennessee will become our whipping boys. Can you say red headed step child?
Cleveland - L - Tough call here. I really like what this team is doing. I think we are very close to them physically but since its there, I'll give them the win.
Pittsburgh - W - I think this team is losing its identity and falling apart.
Green Bay - W - If you can't run, you can't win. Last year was a fluke. Brett should retire.
Minnesota - L - I like what this team is doing as well. I'll give them the win since its there.
Oakland - W - Its Oakland, we better win.
I think if everything goes right, we can go 10-6. Until this team starts playing a more physical style of football, we're going to have a rough time in the AFC central division. A more likely record is 9-7.