The Atlanta Falcons are entering 2012 with a lot of weight on their collective shoulders. For a few seasons now, they have gone into the year talking about it being their season, their time to break through. However, they haven't been able to do that. And the high expectations are perhaps weighing down the club. Fresh off another early playoff exit, do the Falcons have what it takes to take the next step, and go from good to great?
The Falcons went 10-6 last season and made the postseason as a
Saturday, July 28, 2012
NFL Predictions 2012: Tampa Bay Buccaneers Prediction
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are very much a case study of how quickly things can change in the NFL. One season you can be terrible, and then you can surprise everybody with a great run. That's what the Buccaneers did in 2011, finishing 10-6 to the surprise and chagrin of many who projected them to be terrible. Then, expecting even more in 2011, they fell off the map, staggering to a dismal 4-12 record which included an awful losing streak to end the year of 10 straight games - so yes, they were 4-2 at one
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
NFL Predictions 2012: Carolina Panthers Prediction
Things are looking sunny in Carolina right now. At least much more so than you might expect for most teams coming off a 6-10 campaign. But for the Carolina Panthers in 2012 and beyond, there is a great sense of optimism with the club. Of course, that all revolves around the sensation himself, Cam Newton. Just how much he can pick up this team and carry it on his back will determine how far the Panthers can go in 2012, or whether they will all experience a sophomore slump on his shoulders.
Newton
Newton
NFL Predictions 2012: New Orleans Saints Prediction
The New Orleans Saints have been the talk of the NFL offseason, with all of the turmoil surrounding the team. The centerpiece of all of that is of course Bounty Gate, and all of the suspensions and repercussions that the team will be dealing with as a result. There were also contractual problems with star quarterback Drew Brees and much more, all of which has overshadowed the upcoming football season for one of the most talented and dynamic clubs in the league.
For most other teams, the talk
For most other teams, the talk
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
NFL Predictions 2012: Green Bay Packers Prediction
It's hard to imagine that a 15-1 team will come into the next season hungry and ready to prove their critics wrong. But that's basically where the Green Bay Packers are right now. After winning the Super Bowl two seasons ago, the Packers crushed the competition all season long last year. However, the New York Giants came into town and scored a huge upset win in the postseason, eventually toting their own Super Bowl trophy home. So will the Packers put forth another dominant regular season, and if so,
NFL Predictions 2012: Detroit Lions Prediction
It seems like forever ago that the Detroit Lions staggered to the dismal, embarrassing 0-16 season. Last year, Detroit went 10-6, and they made the playoffs, on the strength of their energetic coach, their young offensive stars, and the talented defensive players who plan on continuing to improve. So what does 2012 have in store for the Lions? With essentially all of their best players back, and the young ones with another year of experience under their belts, it could be a very good year to be
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
NFL Predictions 2012: Chicago Bears Prediction
The Chicago Bears are ready for a big 2012. There has been big talk coming from their camp for months leading into the season, and the Bears are ready to show their division that it's not all about Green Bay and Aaron Rodgers in the NFC North. Of course, that may be easier said than done, and the Bears are going to need more than a few things to fall in their favor if they have a shot at making the playoffs and then making a deep push.
First and foremost, they finally figured out their situation
First and foremost, they finally figured out their situation
NFL Predictions 2012: New York Giants Prediction
The New York Giants are the defending Super Bowl champs heading into the 2012 season. If you bet on that happening before the start of last year, or in the middle of the season, you'd be a rich man right now. Nevertheless, the G-Men brought home their second trophy in just five seasons, and all of the critics of Eli Manning can now permanently close their mouths. But what does the upcoming campaign have in store for them, and does New York have any repeat hopes or potential?
Many familiar faces
Many familiar faces
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
NFL Predictions 2012: Washington Redskins 2012 Prediction
The Washington Redskins are getting ready to begin a new era in their history. For fans of the Skins, that certainly sounds familiar, as they've tried this before in the past too without much success. However, this time it seems like it's going to be different. They have their flashy new quarterback from the top of the draft, and a strong base to build from, and they're ready to start moving ahead in 2012.
It's easy to forget that at the start of last year, the Redskins were actually playing quite
It's easy to forget that at the start of last year, the Redskins were actually playing quite
Tuesday, July 10, 2012
NFL Predictions 2012: Dallas Cowboys Prediction
The Dallas Cowboys always capture the headlines, but is 2012 finally year where they make a real run to capture something more than that? They're coming off what was a very disappointing campaign, however, Jerry Jones didn't blow everything up as some people had expected. He has stayed the course, and is hoping that another training camp, and some better luck with health, will turn things around for America's Team. So what we can expect out of the Cowboys in 2012?
In 2011, Dallas finished 8-8,
In 2011, Dallas finished 8-8,
Saturday, July 7, 2012
NFL Predictions 2012: Philadelphia Eagles 2012 Prediction
The Philadelphia Eagles are coming off an extremely disappointing season. With all of the major acquisitions they made before the start of last year, the team was harboring thoughts of winning a Super Bowl, and being known as a Dream Team. How did that work out for them? The season began on an awful losing streak, and their hated rivals, the New York Giants, won the divisional crown and rode it all the way to a Super Bowl win. So what will 2012 look like for the Eagles, Michael Vick and coach Andy
UFC 148 Fight Card Predictions
You'll find a lot of differing opinions if you're looking for reliable UFC 148 fight card predictions. There's a handful of intriguing bouts on the card, but at UFC 148, it's all about the main event, the rematch that everyone has been waiting for as Anderson Silva takes on the loud mouth himself, Chael Sonnen. Right here, you'll find a quick set of predictions for the main fight card of UFC 148.
As mentioned, UFC 148 is all about Silva vs. Sonnen II. We all know the script by now. Sonnen
As mentioned, UFC 148 is all about Silva vs. Sonnen II. We all know the script by now. Sonnen
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