Now that the NFL season is over, grade your team!

[mvd]

I know we still have the Pro Bowl, but the Super Bowl is over. I give the Eagles a B, only because they overcame such adversity.

[Renew Deal]

1. Giants F---

[Birthmark]

7. You've got that right!

I've been a Giants fan for four decades and I don't ever recall seeing them quit the way they did this year. Hell, at least they *tried* when Pisarcek was QB. Worst season ever.

[bigwillq]

48. I agree with that

They sucked so bad this year it wasn't funny

[Emboldened Chimp]

68. Yep, that's my team and my grade

Boy, did the Giants suck this year or what?

[TSIAS]

2. Dolphins- C

A 10-6 record isn't bad at all. It's a fluke when a 10 win team misses the playoffs.

However, this is a team that is talented enough to reach past the first round of the playoffs.

I'm disappointed with the off-season moves so far. Huizenga rearranged a few chairs, but basically the same power structure is in place. They needed to go outside the organization and bring in some fresh faces.

[Awsi Dooger]

20. I agree, B- or C

But our talent is overrated and imbalanced, completely unlike the Patriots, who have no significant weaknesses other than punter.

Miami's OL is unathletic and must be revamped, particularly the interior. Chambers is the only WR who must be accounted for, so we need at least two newcomers. Obviously our QB cannot make the plays that Brady and Delhomme made look routine on Sunday.

One OLB is ancient and the other invisible. The DTs can't get upfield at all. One of our DT rejects, Shane Burton, blocked a field goal Sunday and should never have been let go. A faster safety opposite Brock Marion would be ideal.

Plus our KRs scare no one, and the retread punter is only marginally better than New England's.

I concur 100% regarding the personnel department blunders, TSIAS. The potential GMs from New Orleans and Baltimore would have provided a necessary jolt. But late tonight it looks like Marino is second-guessing his decision to take the VP job, and that should be a hot topic this week.

[JCMach1]

43. C-

Someone like a new coach... and maybe a QB

[POed_Ex_Repub]

3. Chiefs A-Offense D-Defense n/t

[booradleyjr]

66. Gunther's back......

Now maybe we will have some old time "smash mouth" defense to go with Vermeil's offense.....

[fortyfeetunder]

4. Washington teams

Redskins D, but I think with Joe Gibbs' return they have a chance to come back.
Seahawks C - they kicked butt at home (undefeated in Seahawke stadium) but didn't take that intensity to road trips. Ray Rhoads did wonders to the defensive line...they have potential.

[LTR]

5. Vikings B-

Still needs a little work.

Next time, how about beating the bad teams? Already saw what they could do against K.C.

[Wickerman]

60. A little fine tuning and they'll be there

agree on that B-

[ironflange]

6. I guess my team is Seattle

Made the playoffs for a change, but has there ever been any team as underachieving as the Seahawks?

[lpbk2713]

8. Tampa Bay should do much better next season.

There were a number of injuries that sidelined some key starters and there were some personality issues that negatively impacted the team as a whole.

[mykpart]

9. I give the Cowboys a C+, but

they should get the "most improved" award.

[VelmaD]

32. I'd go higher...solid B...

they made the playoffs after all. :-)

And Bill Parcels deserves a grade even higher than an A+ for the job he did turning that team around.

[Ishoutandscream]

37. Absolutely, a B+ even

I had no idea (including the media) that Dallas would have finished 10 and 6. But, you know how we feel about Dallas going further in the playoffs. One playoff game is usually not enough, but this year, we should take it.

Expectations should be higher next year. With Gibbs and Coughlin now in the conference, things will get a lot tougher.

[LiberalVoice]

10. Pittsburgh

D

Year, after year, after friggin year...

[RamboLiberal]

40. Steelers - I give 'em a D-

so much potential and so poor performance. Guess next year we'll find out if it was the coaches schemes, the players or both.

[Westegg]

59. Steelers...

I fully believe the coaches deserve at least an equal share of the blame. Chuck Knoll and his coaches fashioned the best team of the '70s out of an eclectic bunch of players. Cowher has had the talent to work with, with very different results. And yes, I know $$$$ plays a role here in a way that's very different from the '70s. Still...

[Westegg]

58. Steelers DO deserve a poor grade

Frankly, I was gonna give them a C-minus before I saw your post about "year after year..." Hell, that's how I feel too. It wasn't that long ago that they were in the Super Bowl, but that's been as good as it gets since their glory years (which I remember fondly---I lived in Pittsburgh then). Maybe it's time to say goodbye to Cowher. At the root of it, probably, are the same money problems the the whole city of Pittsburgh is experiencing now. Too damn bad.

[alexwcovington]

11. Packers B-

Improving but not yet back on top. Waiting for Brett Farve to retire....

[wysimdnwyg]

33. I'll go with a solid B

The offense gets an A+, definitely.

Defense gets a C-. They started at a D or D-, but improved the line with the addition of Grady Jackson. The secondary was suspect all year long.

Special Teams rated a B+ or A-.

Coaching was a B+. Certainly could be better, and some of the calls were suspect, but another 10-win season and another division title.

Overall, I felt they overachieved a bit. I'm looking forward to the 2004 season, with expectations of an improved defense and a run at the Super Bowl.

[fishnfla]

55. All 22 starters due to return. B+ this year

They'll make the SB next year. They need to sign Clifton to wrap it up and get some help at safety. They will be preseason faves for NFC berth.

Super Bowl is right up the road next year, I'm going (Jax)

[Fenris]

12. I give the Texans a D

Had the amazing ability to do well and then completely fuck up repeatedly. Actually, it was nearly every game. After a while there didn't seem to be a reason to watch other than sick fascination. But they get a D because it's their second year and they seem to be improving some.

[Seldona]

13. Packers A-

Hey, I am a cheesehead you know.


Like my wife always says, 'You damn Packer fans'.

[fishnfla]

56. Cheese rocks

never under estimate the power of cheese. Where's Mrs Grumpy'
s grade?

[Old and In the Way]

14. A+ Patriots

I still have a hard time believing that Brady is 26 and has 2 Superbowl rings. I hope the coaches stay with the team.....

[MissMillie]

41. How Sweet it is!

If only the Bruins ownership and management could get their act together....

[Kathy in Cambridge]

54. Now if only the Red Sox can follow suit

I'm not holding my breath, especially after the botched A-Rod deal.

[dad]

15. Panthers A

Almost A plus

GO PANTHERS next year god dammit

[devilgrrl]

16. The Buffalo Bills get a F+...

the "+" because they were at least able to beat The Giants. ;-)

[UnAmericanJoe]

17. Seahawks get a B+

Took big steps this year. They have a dynamite offense in place and will have some dough to improve the defense in the offseason.

[Wonco_the_Sane]

46. A- for the Seahawks

Good points all to you my friend. i bumped them up a bit on my scale for sneakin' in to the playoffs and loosing a couple heart breakers. (Ravens,Bengals) for once at least they didn't finish 8-8, 7-9, or 9-7. Seems like they are never good enough to be weekly favs or bad enough to inspire pity or a high draft pick. (maybe Ohio State's Will Smith, will fall low for us this year) :) :)

good luck next year Seattle

[mrbill]

18. don't believe in football

n/t

[Forkboy]

19. So why click on the thread

:eyes:

[ProdigalJunkMail]

21. is it just all fantasy

i suppose SOME of it is, but how you can not believe in something as real as football...hmmmm

theProdigal

[MaineDem]

22. I'm from New England

Enuf said! :D

Actually, I'm not a football fan but one gets caught up in celebrations. I'll admit it, I jumped on that bandwagon in the fourth quarter last night.

[Catshrink]

23. Bears - A

Heck, they WON 7 games. Did you expect that to happen?

[Hubert Flottz]

24. I missed the second half!

Me and Maw was in the parlor sparkin'!

[GreenPartyVoter]

25. Pats get an A from this Mainer

[Arbustosux]

26. Detroit Lions......C+

they improved over last year despite leading the league in injuries and even managed to surprise a few playoff teams along the way (Green Bay Fudgepackers and The St. Louis Rams).

[frylock]

27. san diego chargers | F-

[afraid_of_the_dark]

28. Bucs: C-

Super Bowl winners to not even making the playoffs... not to mention the embarrassment when they played the Colts.

I hope Gruden cleans house during the offseason - Keyshawn's already gone, and I hope Sapp is next. The Bucs don't need those distractions.

[tishaLA]

31. Isn't Sapp a free agent now?

I though the was gone. You need a new QB too--I hear Gruden wants Gannon, which would be a mistake IMHO.

I've always liked Sapp (and I like Rice, too), but he may have worn out his welcome in TB.

[TheMightyFavog]

51. I heard that...

Sapp was considering going to Green Bay.

I seem to remember what happend the last time the Packers aquired an arrogant, foul-mouthed jackass. *ahemTony Mandrich*.

[Lefty48197]

64. I remember when Sapp challenged a 58 year old man to a fight

I can't imagine that moran would be welcome in Green Bay.

[tishaLA]

29. Eagles: B or B+

Their defense was not good this year--witness all the rushing yeards against them, which is a departure from the past--but the offense was significantly better. Eagles need a stud defensive lineman, healthier linebackers, and at least one possession receiver. Although the secondary will be broken up, I think they are fine there (even though they will not be as stong as they have been with Troy Vincent and Bobby Taylor).

[SiobhanClancy]

30. A+ Patriots

15 straight wins and the Super Bowl...hard to see how they could do much better.

[ProudGerman]

34. 49ers C-

It would have been a D if it weren't for the few flashes of brilliance this year, particularly how they just ran completely over Tampa this year. As good as Terrell Owens is, I hope he, and his attitude are gone next season. Should also free up serious cap room.

They have some good running backs, and I think Barlow is the one to keep. Hearst still has good years in him, but I think its time to settle on one back, and not this RB by committee, I've never liked that. Hearst could fetch a prospect, or at least a nice draft pick.

Prognosis for next year, probably the same as this year. The defense still has holes in it, read placeholder cornerbacks. It's also time for them to start looking for a new QB, Garcia is entering his mid 30's.

[bobthedrummer]

35. Green Bay Packers B

to B+ they need to maintain their focus on winning and scoring, the defense is getting better, special teams improving, the offense is developing even more weapons-they can score real quick!
A very good season overall, the play-offs made up for things that happened early in the season I give them a solid B.

[fishnfla]

57. good post

all 22 starters back?

[mouse7]

36. Redskins - B

The season sucked, but they got Joe Gibbs back.

[mvd]

53. Agreed

Now the owner has to lay off - I'm sure Gibbs wouldn't put up with it.

[regularguy]

38. Agreed. Solid "B" for the Birds.

Can't wait until next season.

[Uzybone]

39. Vikings C-

they overachieved at the beginning of the season, but their very poor coaching and terrible defense were exposed just in time to prevent them from making the playoffs.

[democracyindanger]

42. Bears D, Lions Incomplete

Yes, I follow two teams in the same division.

Bears: They need a centerpiece running back. A-Train is nothing to sneeze at, but is he Sayers? Sweetness? Nope.

Lions: Incomplete. Like Joey's passes. And I put most of the blame on the receivers. The defense shows promise. But all the injuries make it hard to judge 'em.

[BigDaddyLove]

44. Eagles.....A-.

.

[Bertha Venation]

45. Grading my team on its 2004 Prospects: Excellent!

We have one of the best managers in the game, many strong, solid veterans, a few new & exciting signings, and we finally have an owner who loves baseball and is interested in the fans!


GO, ANGELS!

(Because baseball is IT, baby!)

[Zero Gravitas]

47. Chiefs: F-

I mean come on, a 9-0 start, a 13-3 regular season, AFC West Championship, a first round bye and yet another playoff loss. The Chiefs haven't won a playoff game in more than 10 years!

[jimbo fett]

49. TITANS - A- But I really think the Colts are the best team in the NFL.

The real Superbowl was either when the Titans lost to the Colts or when they beat the Panthers a few weeks ago.

[jimbo fett]

50. Woo hoo. 7blades, the thread-killer, strikes again!

[1a2b3c]

52. Bucs get a C-

only because i still like them.

[MrSlayer]

61. Eagles - A

For heart and guts overcoming ridiculous amounts of injury and a horrible start to reach the NFC Championship game again. If we can ever reach this game healthy we'll win it. Having a real starting receiver would help immensely. T.O. Anyone?

[Zech Marquis]

62. Raidrs a big F, Panther an A-

it's like the Raiders gave up the entire SEASON from game one. Extremely disappointed, and that asshole Callahan though the Raider Nation was bad--wait until Nebraska gets through with him :evilgrin:

Panthers almost did it last night--Kasey screwed up that kick, otherwise it's a coin toss nto overtime. I'm really proud of the Carolina Panthers, they did an outstanding job the whole year, and John Fox has a great core to build up even more.

[Xithras]

63. F? You're generous. F MINUS

I think they forgot how to play this year!

[youngred]

65. Dolphins B-

no way they should have missed the playoffs. They need an OL and a Quarterback post-haste

[ScreamingMeemie]

67. Packers get a solid A. They brought themselves up from average

C by an outstanding finish. This summer they're going to study and come back and ace all of those tests.

:hi: :bounce: :hi:

[kevinam]

69. Falcons D-

Things would have been different if # 7 was around all season. Still though, they should have been a much more competitive team without him. Hopefully new coach, and GM will make this team more competitive next season. Plus some a player or two on the d-line...Kevin.

[sasquatch]

70. Bengals get a C+

8-8 after a 2-14 season is quite a improvement.