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Official Madden Season 11 Thread: The school books say it can't be here again!
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dammitmattt
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Jube3 said:
Definitely!!! I'll send you an invite when I see you online.
dammitmattt
Banned
Fifty said:
They were almost all scored by my defense or set up by my defense. Champ, Dre, Gold, and Williams are as good as advertised. Needless to say, I put on the brakes in the second half so I didn't get a chance to top your point total
After dominating random ranked people with Champ for the past two weeks, he started off this game by putting the ball on the ground on his first punt and kick returns, leading to 6 points for Jube. Thankfully, my defense stepped up and I was able to control the game thanks to the turnovers. I think I only had one long sustained drive the whole game.
Tough luck, Jube. A couple of those INTs weren't really your fault. You should run those screens more often....they were killing me early one.
dammitmattt
Banned
On another note, does anyone (not on my schedule anytime soon) want to scrimmage? Fifty, maybe?
If so, send me a note on XBL.
If so, send me a note on XBL.
dammitmattt
Banned
Ramirez said:
We don't play for six weeks....sounds good
Send me an invite (dammitmattt) when you are ready!
FrenchMovieTheme
Member
i think i'm going to change my play style up with the texans. i'm still playing conservative, not taking shots down the field, playing lots of 2 WR sets when i have some talented receivers.
3 wide first down calls imminent! new playbook also!
3 wide first down calls imminent! new playbook also!
Fuck man, this game just gets worse every time I play it. Sacked like 3 times before I could even give a damn handoff, I mean c'mon.
I'm also sick of this game and it's PA recognition, it's so unrealistic it's crazy, Matt had NO running game to speak off, yet my defense bit on every damn PA he ran, mean while, I actually have a positive running game going, yet I'm sacked before I even get through the fake handoff most of the time. Jesus.
I'm also sick of this game and it's PA recognition, it's so unrealistic it's crazy, Matt had NO running game to speak off, yet my defense bit on every damn PA he ran, mean while, I actually have a positive running game going, yet I'm sacked before I even get through the fake handoff most of the time. Jesus.
FrenchMovieTheme
Member
maybe you should stop calling PA's if you keep getting sacked on them!
I don't think I called that many to be honest, it just kind of fucking sucks when you see it working perfectly for everyone else, yet your line won't block shit on any play.
I mean really, after every game, my opponent usually says "Man tough game, I've never had my line play like that."
I mean am I doing something wrong? The amount of pressure I get on me every game is just absurd. I can keep my RB and FB in to block and it still doesn't matter.
I mean really, after every game, my opponent usually says "Man tough game, I've never had my line play like that."
I mean am I doing something wrong? The amount of pressure I get on me every game is just absurd. I can keep my RB and FB in to block and it still doesn't matter.
FrenchMovieTheme
Member
not sure. when i start seeing a lot of pressure i usually go to 3 step drop plays or throw out of the backfield a lot so it gets the D off my ass. i also have a bad offensive line
dammitmattt
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My suggestions:
1. Run the ball. Over and over.
2. RB flares
3. Short TE routes
4. Screens.
Normally I'd agree, but not in the game I just played with him. I was in his backfield no matter if I blitzed or not.
1. Run the ball. Over and over.
2. RB flares
3. Short TE routes
4. Screens.
Fifty said:
Normally I'd agree, but not in the game I just played with him. I was in his backfield no matter if I blitzed or not.
dammitmattt
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Everyone knows the league expires in one day on LeagueDaddy, right?
dammitmattt said:
Yeah. You guys are pretty much fucked. Playoffs start tomorrow. Rors, FMT, Me and one other person. Interest simply isn't high enough for a second full season.
FMT said he's taking care of it. I would have renewed it by now, but I don't LIVE ON THE EDGE like he does. Maybe there's a method behind his madness! What an enigma he is!
LJ.....sorry for the delay in the game
I should be home around 5:30 pm PST tonight.
If we could get our game going then, it would work out great.
If not, please just let me know a good time for you and I will make it work.
This week I work everyday from 8-5 so I should be good to play on any day except for tuesday (I have a poker game to play in,) Tonight would work out best for me.
I should be home around 5:30 pm PST tonight.
If we could get our game going then, it would work out great.
If not, please just let me know a good time for you and I will make it work.
This week I work everyday from 8-5 so I should be good to play on any day except for tuesday (I have a poker game to play in,
) Tonight would work out best for me.Of course. I've tried (not in game, but in practice mode) almost every playbook to find the one that's best for me. If you (the general you, not you Jube) only try your default playbook you're really limiting yourself.
Sick: Hopefully you two can play on the weekend, and take advantage of this triple-length week.
Sick: Hopefully you two can play on the weekend, and take advantage of this triple-length week.
sableholic
Member
Fifty said:
Whats your favorite that you've found just curious? I've tried a ton of the playbooks as well. Oh and jube yea don't use the skins one, aside from the rushing plays its one of the worst. If you need any tips let me know. But i'm sure you'll figure out how to use the skins.
FrenchMovieTheme
Member
league will be renewed today. i'm lazy and a procrastinator
sableholic said:
I don't have a favorite, but I do have a few playbooks for each team I use that I can roll out depending on the style I need to play in a given game.
Without having used them this year, I'd recommend Run Balanced or the Philly playbook for the Bears..but you'd probably be better off talking to Mr. Bob.
sableholic
Member
Fifty said:
I think I found a playbook I like for the bears, but I just wanted to see what others were using, so I'll check out those two. It's too bad you can't make your own playbook, combine playbooks, or switch during a game.
Yeah, it'd be fantastic to make your own playbook, and I don't think it'd be that unreasonable to expect that feature. They could use a slightly modified version of the audible selection interface to let you select X number of formations from all the playbooks and then X number of plays. It couldn't be hard to program in...and it'd add a ton for the hardcore madden gamer.
Now that we're bitching about EA...it's time to throw a tight curve and switch things up.
Roster update! . I'd copy/paste all the text but it'd clog up the thread Thanks to DM for letting me know
http://www.pastapadre.com/1887/madden-08-roster-update-5-details#more-1887
Up!
notable WRs
Hey Livewire..your team just got better. I hope you burn in hell!
Thank you for Addai's rating!
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Roster update! . I'd copy/paste all the text but it'd clog up the thread Thanks to DM for letting me know
http://www.pastapadre.com/1887/madden-08-roster-update-5-details#more-1887
Up!
notable WRs
Hey Livewire..your team just got better. I hope you burn in hell!
Thank you for Addai's rating!
Down!
ABOUT TIME! Shame he's still on the Broncos..he was just cut this week. Take that GAF sack record holder
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Ratings Up
# HB Correll Buckhalter 79 to 81 Looks much better after all the injury problems
# LB DeMarcus Ware 90 to 92 Might be the best in the NFL at getting to the QB
# WR Randy Moss 97 to 99 Superfreak is back after a couple years off in OAK
# WR Wes Welker 87 to 90 Who knew New England made a good trade acquiring him
# WR Donte Stallworth 82 to 85 Making big plays after the catch in NE
# FS Sean Taylor 90 to 93 Should have about 8 INTs this year
# HB Ronnie Brown 89 to 90 Was having a break out season before his injury
# DT John McCargo 77 to 80 One of the DTs in the surprising Buffalo defense
# LB Jamar Williams 60 to 66 2nd year backup LB for the Bears
# LB Derrick Johnson 90 to 91 A big reason for the Chiefs turnaround on defense
# WR Dwayne Bowe 79 to 82 Has been the best rookie WR this season
# DE Josh Thomas 75 to 78 Getting to the QB with rest of the Colts ends
# LB Ben Leber 78 to 82 Strong side LB for the tough Viking defense
# MLB E.J.Henderson 86 to 87 Big thumper in the middle for the Viking defense
# DE Trent Cole 85 to 87 Tied for the NFL lead in sacks after 9 weeks
# K Robbie Gould 92 to 93 Very accurate despite kicking outdoors in the windy city
# P Todd Sauerbrun 86 to 89 Great year after a terrible stint with the Patriots last year
# K Phil Dawson 88 to 89 13/14 on the year kicking outdoors mostly
# K Matt Bryant 83 to 88 Not accurate from 50+, good everywhere else
# P Matt Scifres 80 to 82 47 yard average punting for the Chargers
# P Dustin Colquitt 84 to 94 One of the top punters this year
# K Nick Folk 81 to 86 On the money so far in his rookie year
# K Jay Feely 85 to 87 13/14 on the year, no wonder they made him captain
# P Brandon Fields 74 to 79 Rookie punter for the Dolphins
# K Morten Andersen 83 to 84 65 years old and still drilling field goals
# P Andy Lee 87 to 94 One of the top punters this season. Getting plenty of work
# K Joe Nedney 86 to 89 11/12 in limited attempts for the Niners
# P Donnie Jones 79 to 88 Has an 80 yard punt this year. 50.3 yard AVG
# P Sam Koch 78 to 81 Averaging 45 yards per punt for the Ravens
# K Jeff Reed 79 to 82 11/12 this year after a poor season last year
# P Daniel Sepulveda 81 to 83 Rookie punter for PIT who should be really good
# K Rob Bironas 85 to 88 20/22 on the season. Set an NFL record going 8/8 one game
# P Chris Kluwe 77 to 81 Improved from last years season
# K Kris Brown 79 to 85 18/20, 3/3 from 50+
# LB David Harris 77 to 83 Piling up tackles filling in for Jonathan Vilma
# FS Anthony Smith 75 to 76 Huge hitter in the Steelers secondary
# HB Ryan Grant 70 to 76 Starter of the week for the ever evolving Packer backfield
# WR Greg Jennings 86 to 88 Hes back. A deep threat for the Packer passing game
# WR James Jones 79 to 80 Has been one of the best rookie receivers
# TE Donald Lee 80 to 82 Won the job at TE and just got a 4 year extension
# C Chris Myers 70 to 76 Moves over to Center after the season ending injury to Nalen
# HB Selvin Young 77 to 79 Might be the man if Henry is suspended
# HB Andre Hall 74 to 75 Will get some touches if Henry is suspended
# WR Brandon Stokley 79 to 81 Making the most of filling in for Javon Walker
# FS Abram Elam 60 to 70 Cut by Dallas, the new starting FS for the Jets
# WR Ronald Curry 80 to 82 Decent season for a much more competitive Raider team
# RT Cornell Green 77 to 80 Paving the way for LaMont Jordan and Justin Fargas
# LT Barry Sims 83 to 85 Might be the best of an improved Raider offensive line
# LB Thomas Howard 86 to 87 4 INTs and 2 TDs on the year
# DT Ethan Kelley 71 to 79 Starting nose tackle for the Browns
# LT Damion McIntosh 79 to 84 Combines with Waters for the best side of the Chiefs line
# DE Jared Allen 93 to 95 Just a half sack behind the leaders despite missing 2 games
# DT Alphonso Boone 78 to 80 Has been stout for the surprise Chiefs defense
# FS Jarrad Page 80 to 82 Rangy safety for the Chiefs
# DT Jonathan Babineaux 70 to 78 Had to be part of the reason the Falcons cut Grady Jackson
# CB Terrence McGee 82 to 86 Has been on a tear lately blanketing receivers
# LB Tyjuan Hagler 64 to 71 Stepped in and took a starting LB job for the Colts
# HB Joseph Addai 87 to 90 More than a good back in a great system. A great RB
# CB Trumaine McBride 71 to 75 Late round draft pick who will make Ricky Manning expendable
# TE Greg Olsen 81 to 83 Starting to show those amazing times he put up at the combine
# HB Kenny Watson 79 to 81 Has been a nice surprise on a bad Bengal team
# C Melvin Fowler 80 to 82 Starting Center for the surprise Bills
# HB Marshawn Lynch 84 to 87 Tough punishing rookie back who just gashed the Bengals
# CB Leigh Bodden 82 to 85 Best player in the secondary for the Browns. Underrated
# CB Eric Wright 78 to 79 Rookie CB for the Browns who is piling up tackles
# MLB Leon Williams 76 to 79 Making the most of his playing time. Need to find a spot for him
# QB Derek Anderson 81 to 84 Pro Bowl? Gotta like how often he goes downfield
# DE Shaun Smith 73 to 75 Big body up front for the Browns
# DT Jovan Haye 80 to 82 Something has clicked for the 3rd year player. 40 tackles/4 sacks
# FS Tanard Jackson 79 to 80 Getting better and better. Part a punishing duo at safety for the Bucs
# HB Earnest Graham 74 to 76 Filling in for Cadillac.Might not give up the job to Michael Bennett
# MLB Barrett Ruud 84 to 86 All over the field. Very instinctive MLB for the Bucs
# QB Jeff Garcia 86 to 87 Not working with much. The Bucs have a battle now with the Saints
# RT Jeremy Trueblood 79 to 82 A solid starter at RT for the Bucs
# SS Jermaine Phillips 84 to 86 His hits pack a punch.Seems to be playing at a much higher level
# DT Darnell Dockett 88 to 90 Having his best season as a pro. 8 sacks in 8 games
# MLB Gerald Hayes 84 to 85 Man in the middle for the Cardinal defense
# LB Calvin Pace 72 to 76 Something has clicked. Took too long for the #18 pick in 03
# WR Jerheme Urban 66 to 70 Injuries forced him into the lineup and he responded
# CB Antonio Cromartie 83 to 84 Looking very fast making plays for the Chargers
# MLB Stephen Cooper 77 to 80 Leading the Chargers defense in tackles
# DT Ed Johnson 75 to 78 Undrafted free agent has stepped in nicely for the Colts
# T Charlie Johnson 68 to 73 Forced into starting duty at LT for the Colts
# SS Antoine Bethea 86 to 87 Second year safety just getting better in Indy
# CB Anthony Henry 88 to 89 Tied for the NFL lead in INTs despite missing several games
# DT Jay Ratliff 71 to 79 Undersized DT filling in at nose tackle due to injury
# LB Greg Ellis 79 to 82 Finally healthy and getting to the quarterback for the Cowboys
# LB Bradie James 83 to 84 Emotional linebacker in the middle for the Cowboys
# LB James Harrison 84 to 87 Not missing a beat replacing Joey Porter. You know his name now
# DT Trey Lewis 67 to 70 Will see more snaps with the departure of Grady Jackson
# WR Roddy White 79 to 84 Once he stops dropping crucial passes he could be a #1 WR
# MLB Patrick Willis 85 to 87 He should look for a home in Honolulu
# DE Paul Spicer 80 to 83 Injuries have hampered what would have been a very good career
# QB Kellen Clemens 76 to 78 Well see if he can make Jets fans happy
# DT Shaun Rogers 96 to 97 A monster in the middle for the Lions
# FS Gerald Alexander 74 to 77 Rookie starting because of injury. Has a pair of INTs
# DE Dewayne White 83 to 84 Getting better after getting a big contract. 5.5 sacks
# DE Jared Devries 70 to 73 Backup DE for the Lions. 3 sacks
# LB Paris Lenon 79 to 80 Well on his way to 100 tackle season
# DE Corey Smith 67 to 70 Another backup DE for the Lions getting to the QB. 2.5 sacks
# HB Kevin Jones 84 to 85 Foot is looking good. Running physical for the Lions
# C Dominic Raiola 86 to 87 Paving the way for the Lions. Underrated
# FB Jon Bradley 62 to 73 Just your average 300 pound fullback
# RG Stephen Peterman 72 to 80 Starting for former standout Guard Damien Woody
# WR Shaun McDonald 74 to 77 On his way to 60-70 catches and 700+ yards
# QB Brett Favre 92 to 94 The old Gunslinger is having his best season in years
# HB Justin Fargas 75 to 79 Quick back who seeks contact. Starting now for Oakland
# C Jeremy Newberry 84 to 85 Won the job early after coming back from injuries
# K Sebastian Janikowski 84 to 86 Missed a FG that would have been good from 70+
# LB Rocky McIntosh 84 to 85 Another stellar LB from the U
# WR Antwaan Randle El 77 to 80 The best Redskin receiver this year. On pace for 900 yards
# WR David Patten 75 to 77 Has benefited most from Deverys case of the drops and demotion
# DE Darryl Tapp 79 to 82 Starting at DE for Seattle. 5.5 sacks and a great INT vs. the Browns
# LB LeRoy Hill 85 to 86 Least known of the Seahawks LBs. Solid pro
# CB Ike Taylor 87 to 88 Recovered quite nicely from being benched last year
# CB Deshea Townsend 85 to 86 A very good corner. Not fast but smart
# DT Casey Hampton 96 to 97 Big boy in the middle. Takes up two blockers per play
# FS Ryan Clark 80 to 83 Starting FS for the #1 defense. Should get a few gift INTs
# DE Aaron Smith 91 to 92 Tough blue collar guy for the Steelers
# QB Ben Roethlisberger 87 to 90 Recovered from a poor season last year. Very tough to sack
# DE Brett Keisel 82 to 84 Starter opposite Aaron Smith. 0 sacks thus far but that will change
# DE Travis Kirschke 72 to 75 Backup DE who gets plenty of PT and gets to the QB
# WR Santonio Holmes 82 to 83 On pace to get 1,000 yards and 10 TDs
# WR Terrell Owens 96 to 97 On pace for 80+ catches/1,500+yards/10+TDs/10+ drops
# WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh 93 to 95 This guy takes a beating every week. Already 10 TDs
# WR Braylon Edwards 88 to 93 Might have 5 out of the 10 best catches of the year
# LB David Thornton 88 to 89 Very productive LB for the #2 defense in the NFL
# DT Albert Haynesworth 90 to 94 The best DT in the league this year. In a contract year
# DT Tony Brown 81 to 84 The other DT in Tennessee that makes up the #1 run defense
# HB LenDale White 78 to 80 3 100 yard games in a row for the portly Titan running back
# DE Travis Laboy 79 to 81 3 sacks in the last 2 games. 5 on the year
# CB Nick Harper 84 to 86 Big acquisition from Indy after the loss of Pacman Jones
# CB Cortland Finnegan 82 to 84 Feisty corner who hits much harder than his size. Playmaker
# FS Michael Griffin 82 to 84 They brought him along slowly. A starter now and a future star
# LB Ryan Fowler 75 to 76 Won the starting job in the preseason after being acquired from DAL
# HB Adrian Peterson 89 to 92 Just a brief stop on the way to 99 OVR for Purple Jesus
# TE Visanthe Shiancoe - 75 to 79 Starting to become more involved in the gross MIN passing game
# RG Anthony Herrera 78 to 81 New starting RG paving the way for a possible 2,000 yard back
# RT Ryan Cook 77 to 78 Took the RT job early and is looking good so far
# LB E.J. Henderson 87 to 88 Huge hitter in the middle. Coming into his own this year at MLB
# DT Pat Williams 91 to 93 Fat Pat helps plug the middle for the #2 rush D
# CB Fred Bennett 74 to 77 New starter in HOU. Will be relied on more after the loss of Dunta
# DT Amobi Okoye 80 to 82 On pace for 10 sacks in his rookie year at DT. Hes only 20
# TE Owen Daniels 83 to 84 5th in catches/5th in yards in the NFL out of all tight ends
# WR Kevin Walter 73 to 76 Had big games after Andre went down. Should remain a starter
# WR Andre Davis 74 to 75 The deep threat when Andre went down. 5 catches over 40 yards
# TE Tony Gonzalez 96 to 97 - #5 in the NFL in receptions. On pace for one of his best seasons
Ratings Down
# DT Warren Sapp 89 to 86 Only 2 sacks in 8 games. Hes not in there to stop the run
# LB Joey Porter 90 to 88 Mighty quite this year. Only 1 sack so far. BUST
# SS Sean Jones 87 to 85 Browns safety who has his share of coverage meltdowns
# FS Brodney Pool 83 to 80 Another part of the safety duo who gets torched by TEs
# K Jeff Wilkins 95 to 94 Missed 6 field goal attempts already
# P Ryan Plackemeier 87 to 84 One of the worst averages in the year
# QB David Carr 82 to 79 Bad news Panther fans. This guy is terrible. Steve Smith agrees
# HB Vernand Morency 81 to 80 Cant win the starting job when he is the most talented
# DE Simeon Rice 88 to 83 Cant get on the field anymore. His shoulder is bad
# DT Sam Adams 84 to 80 Run stuffer for the worst rush defense in the league
# FS Erik Coleman 82 to 78 Benched for the Jets. A free agent now starts instead
# LG Robert Gallery 86 to 84 Who falls on the ground more than this bust?
# CB Ty Law 90 to 89 The least agile corner in the league. Smart but runs a 4.8
# LB Kendrell Bell 80 to 75 Only 2.5 sacks total in 3 seasons in KC. Money well spent
# DT James Reed 74 to 72 Backup DT for the Chiefs who rarely plays
# RT Kyle Turley 81 to 80 Dont know if he is big enough to play tackle in the NFL anymore
# RG John Welbourn 82 to 79 Really should be a backup at this point in his career
# LG Brian Waters 96 to 95 Misses the two pro bowlers on that line. Clearly the best left
# WR Bernard Berrian - 85 to 82 Bad case of the drops this year. Should have been a good year
# HB Rudi Johnson 91 to 90 Play clearly a result of injuries to the offensive line
# LT Levi Jones 93 to 90 Him or Joey Porter havent been the same since the blackjack table
# DT Ted Washington 84 to 80 Just suffered a season ending injury. That should be it for him
# HB Edgerrin James 93 to 92 The line is improved. He still looks slow
# DE Bertrand Berry 90 to 88 When from 14.5 sacks to 6 each of the last two injury filled years
# CB Paul Oliver 73 to 71 Supplemental draft pick from Georgia who is inactive most game days
# QB Philip Rivers 89 to 88 Looks shaky and unsure of himself. Has talent every which way
# C Todd McClure 89 to 85 The Falcons cant run the ball anymore
# TE Alge Crumpler 94 to 91 19 catches in a pass happy offense. He should be producing
# RG Kynan Forney 92 to 90 Rated too high for a team that cant run
# RT Todd Weiner 91 to 88 Missed time due to injury and just isnt opening up holes
# LB Tully Banta Cain 78 to 76 Free agent bust in SF thus far
# WR Darrell Jackson 89 to 88 Who would have though he would have injury problems?
# MLB Brandon Moore- 82 to 78 A season ending injury to Lawson and he still cant play anywhere
# HB Tatum Bell 82 to 79 Needs a new team again. He wont see the field much in DET
# RG Damien Woody 89 to 85 Benched and inactive some games.Will need a new team next year
# CB Fabian Washington 83 to 81Gets picked on because of Oaklands other CB. Recently benched
# HB Dominic Rhodes 83 to 80 Rumors say he will get cut. Once Bush is healthy he should be
# HB LaMont Jordan 86 to 84 Back might be bothering him. Still the best runner in OAK
# DT LaRoi Glover 88 to 84 Not getting to the QB anymore
# LB Chris Draft 81 to 77 Backup LB for the Rams. Had 100+ tackles last year for CAR
# TE Randy McMichael 88 to 87 Hoping for a better second half of the season
# WR Torry Holt 98 to 97 Knee injuries might start to hamper his stellar play
# QB Steve McNair 85 to 83 Rex Ryan said his grandmother could throw a wet ball further
# WR Mark Clayton 85 to 82 Everyone expected more than this. 165 yards and 0 TDs
# QB Mark Brunell 80 to 77 Now 3rd string in WAS. Should be his last year
# CB Fred Smoot 83 to 81 With the loss of Carlos Rogers, will be getting toasted weekly
# C Jeff Faine 85 to 83 The Saints cant run the ball, he gets pushed around too much
# CB Mike McKenzie 87 to 86 Looked incredibly slow on the pick 6 vs. the Jags
# DE Will Smith 94 to 92 He says he wants a new contract? Not playing like this
# RG Chris Gray 85 to 82 Should be benched. This will be his last year starting
# HB Shaun Alexander 91 to 86 Is shocking how slow and bad he looks now
# LG Ruben Brown 89 to 86 Not playing well. Will be 36 next year
# WR Marvin Harrison 98 to 97 Knee problems. Will be a problem going forward
# HB Ahman Green 86 to 84 One and done in Houston? His knee is bad now
# QB Chad Pennington 86 to 84 Has still never broken a receivers finger with a pass
# QB Jay Cutler 85 to 84 Looking like an average QB with an incredible arm
# HB Warrick Dunn 88 to 87 Time is ticking. Will be his last year as a starter
Weapons
# FS Tanard Jackson Bucs Becomes Big Hitter Punishing hitter in the secondary
# P Saverio RoccaEaglesLoses Big Foot KickerBig leg hasnt translated to the NFL from Rugby
# QB Daunte Culpepper Raiders Loses Cannon Arm Has lost his zip since the knee injury
# MLB Jeremiah Trotte BucsLoses Smart LB No longer a starter, now backing up in Tampa Bay
# DT Warren Sapp Raiders Loses Finesse Move Slow start after his 10 sack season last year
# WR Wes Welker Patriots Becomes Route Running Weapon His quickness kills corners
# MLB Nick Barnett Packers Becomes Brick Wall Defender Man in the middle for GB
# MLB E.J. Henderson Vikings Becomes Brick Wall Defender Tackling machine in MIN
# DT Sam Adams Loses Power Move Has provided little resistance against the run
# CB Ty Law Loses Smart CB Burnt too much, his deep speed is now a big problem
# LT Levi Jones Loses Pass Blocker Benched when healthy. Not looking good this year
# MLB Barrett Ruud Becomes Brick Wall Instinctive LB who stops the run
# CB Antonio Cromartie Becomes Speed Weapon Blazing fast when he has a chance to run
# LB James Harrison Becomes Big Hitter 250 pound bull for the Steelers. A thumper
# TE Alge Crumpler Loses Possession Receiver Too many drops, doing little this year
# HB Tatum Bell Loses Speed Weapon Never hits a whole so who knows if he is fast
# QB Tom BradyBecomes Cannon Arm QB Now that he has a deep threat or two, He is bombing
# FS Anthony Smith Becomes Big Hitter Big hitter at the safety position. Ask TJ Housh
# LB David Thorton Becomes Brick Wall Racks up tackles for TEN
# C Kevin Mawae Becomes Pass Blocker A smart veteran who makes the line calls
# RG Benji Olson Becomes Run Blocker Paves the way for the TEN run game
# HB Warrick Dunn Loses Elusive Back Very quick still, but not enough
# HB Adrian Peterson Becomes Trucking Back Tries to inflict punishment to the tackler
# LG Ruben Brown Loses Pass Blocker An injury just ended an ineffective season
Injuries
# TE Stephen Alexander Broncos IR Calf
# LB Rob Morris Colts IR Knee
# HB Ronnie Brown Dolphins Knee
# FS Renaldo Hill Dolphins Knee
# QB Trent Green Dolphins - Concussion
# SS Gary Baxter Browns Knee
# LT Renardo Foster Falcons Knee
# HB Nick Goings Panthers Concussion
# MLB Jonathan Vilma Jets IR Knee
# CB Carlos Rogers Redskins Knee
# RG Richie Incognito Rams IR Kneecap
# DE Tommy Kelly Raiders IR Knee
# HB DeShawn Wynn Packers IR Shoulder
# DT Ted Washington Browns IR Knee
# WR Rod Smith Broncos IR Hip
# DE Jarvis Moss Broncos IR Fibula
# HB Sammy Morris Patriots IR Chest
# CB Dunta Robinson Texans IR Knee
# MLB Dan Morgan Panthers IR Achilles
# FB Deon Anderson Cowboys IR Shoulder
# LT Jonas Jennings 49ers IR Ankle
# DE Leonard Little Rams IR Toe
# SS Sean Considine Eagles IR Shoulder
# LB Justin Durant Jaguars IR Knee
# RG Chris Naeole Jaguars IR Quadriceps
# LB Abraham Wright Dolphins IR Knee
# RG Drew Mormino Dolphins IR Shoulder
# LG Ruben Brown Bears IR Shoulder
DCX
# TE Ben Patrick Added to Cardinals
# WR Tim Dwight Signs with Raiders
# QB Andrew Walter Released by Raiders
# CB Leigh Torrence Added to Redskins
# MLB Kris Griffin Added to Browns
# CB Patrick Dendy Signs with Panthers
# WR Mike Williams Released by Raiders
# WR Chad Lucas Released by Bucs
# DT Sam Rayburn Released by Dolphins
# CB Ricardo Colclough Released by Steelers/Signs with Browns
# CB Anthony Madison Signs with Steelers
# LB Rich Scanlon Signs with Titans
# LB Pat Thomas Signs with Chiefs
# DT Grady Jackson Signs with Jaguars
# RT Rob Petitti Signs with Rams
# DE Louis Leonard Added to Browns
# LB Gary Stills Added to Ravens
# MLB Edmond Miles Added to Dolphins
# QB Shaun Hill Added to Free Agents
# TE Michael Matthews Added to Giants
# CB Evan Oglesby Added to Cowboys
# WR Michael Spurlock Signs with Bucs
# TE Matt Murphy Added to Bills
# CB Dimitri Patterson Added to Chiefs
# CB Chris Johnson Added to Raiders
# RG P.J. Alexander Added to Broncos
# RT Adam Meadows Released by Broncos
# RT Isaac Snell Added to Broncos
# C Chris White Added to Free Agents
# RT Seth Wand Released by Titans
# RT Michael Otto Added to Titans
# RG Fred Matua Added to Titans
# HB Quinton Ganther Added to Titans
# CB Eric King Added to Titans
# SS Justin Hamilton Released by Browns
# TE Greg Estandia Added to Jaguars
# DE Kenny Pettway Added to Jaguars
# CB Blue Adams Added to Bengals
# DE Chase Page Released by Dolphins
# DE Derreck Robinson Added to Dolphins
# DT Anthony Bryant Released to Free Agents
# WR Kerry Reed Added to Dolphins
# DT JVonne Parker Added to Ravens
# MLB Oscar Lua Released to Free Agents
# FB Kyle Eckel Added to Patriots
# CB Derrick Martin Added to Ravens
# CB B.J. Sams Released to Free Agents
# LB Alfred Fincher Released to Free Agents
# LB Matt McCoy Signs with Saints
# S Bhawoh Jue Released by Rams
# S Hanik Milligan Signs with Rams
# DT Demetrin Veal Signs with Titans
# SS Rashad Washington Released by Jets
# WR Brian Clark Released by Broncos
# DT Amon Gordon Released by Broncos
# SS Curome Cox Released by Broncos
# SS Steve Cargile Added to Broncos
# TE Chad Mustard Added to Broncos
# DT Antwon Burton Added to Broncos
# DE Paul Carrington Signs with Broncos
# SS Marcus Paschal Signs with Eagles
# LB Jorge Cordova Signs with Jaguars
# G Tutan Reyes Signs with Jaguars
# CB Ronyell Whitaker Released by Vikings
# CB Charles Gordon Added to Vikings
# HB Kenneth Darby Released by Bucs
# SS Kalvin Pearson Added to Bucs
# FB Luke Lawton Released by Colts
# LB Akeem Jordan Added to Eagles
# SS LaMarcus Hicks Added to Lions
# SS Eric Frampton Released by Lions/Signs with Vikings
# TE Ryan Krause Added to Packers
# DE Jason Hunter Released to Free Agents
# FS Quinton Teal Added to Panthers
# FS C.J. Wilson Released to Free Agents
# RT Kevin Sampson Signs with Redskins
# C Darnell Stapleton Added to Steelers
# LG Claude Terrell Released by Rams
# DT Grady Jackson Released by Falcons
# DE Quentin Moses Signs with Dolphins
# HB Samkon Gado Released by Texans/Signs with Dolphins
# FS Lance Schulters Signs with Dolphins
# SS Nick Sorensen Signs with Browns
# HB Joe Echemandu Signs with Texans
# LT Terrance Pennington Signs with Falcons
# DT Tim Anderson Released by Bills
# DT Jason Jefferson Added to Bills
# DT Corey Simon Retires from Titans
# P Chad Stanley Released by Texans<
# P Matt Turk Added to Texans
# HB Patrick Cobbs Added to Dolphins
# LB Quinton Culberson Added to Rams
# RG Tony Pape Added to Chargers (practice squad)
# DT Marcus Bell Released to Free Agency
# RG Na-shan Goddard Added to Giants (practice squad player)
# RT Clint Oldenburg Added to Jets (practice squad player)
# RT Chris Patrick Added to Packers (practice squad player)
# RG Brandon Frye Added to Texans (practice squad player)
# RG Marvin Philip Added to Steelers (practice squad player)
# LG Mike Kracalik Added to Ravens (practice squad player)
# RG Tim Duckworth Added to Saints (practice squad player)
# RG Reuben Riley Added to Panthers (practice squad player)
# RT Damone Duckett Added to 49ers (practice squad player)
# FS George Wilson Added to Bills
# WR Chad Lucas Added to Bucs
# LT Stephon Heyer Added to Redskins
# LB David McMillan Added to Browns
Ratings Up
# HB Correll Buckhalter 79 to 81 Looks much better after all the injury problems
# LB DeMarcus Ware 90 to 92 Might be the best in the NFL at getting to the QB
# WR Randy Moss 97 to 99 Superfreak is back after a couple years off in OAK
# WR Wes Welker 87 to 90 Who knew New England made a good trade acquiring him
# WR Donte Stallworth 82 to 85 Making big plays after the catch in NE
# FS Sean Taylor 90 to 93 Should have about 8 INTs this year
# HB Ronnie Brown 89 to 90 Was having a break out season before his injury
# DT John McCargo 77 to 80 One of the DTs in the surprising Buffalo defense
# LB Jamar Williams 60 to 66 2nd year backup LB for the Bears
# LB Derrick Johnson 90 to 91 A big reason for the Chiefs turnaround on defense
# WR Dwayne Bowe 79 to 82 Has been the best rookie WR this season
# DE Josh Thomas 75 to 78 Getting to the QB with rest of the Colts ends
# LB Ben Leber 78 to 82 Strong side LB for the tough Viking defense
# MLB E.J.Henderson 86 to 87 Big thumper in the middle for the Viking defense
# DE Trent Cole 85 to 87 Tied for the NFL lead in sacks after 9 weeks
# K Robbie Gould 92 to 93 Very accurate despite kicking outdoors in the windy city
# P Todd Sauerbrun 86 to 89 Great year after a terrible stint with the Patriots last year
# K Phil Dawson 88 to 89 13/14 on the year kicking outdoors mostly
# K Matt Bryant 83 to 88 Not accurate from 50+, good everywhere else
# P Matt Scifres 80 to 82 47 yard average punting for the Chargers
# P Dustin Colquitt 84 to 94 One of the top punters this year
# K Nick Folk 81 to 86 On the money so far in his rookie year
# K Jay Feely 85 to 87 13/14 on the year, no wonder they made him captain
# P Brandon Fields 74 to 79 Rookie punter for the Dolphins
# K Morten Andersen 83 to 84 65 years old and still drilling field goals
# P Andy Lee 87 to 94 One of the top punters this season. Getting plenty of work
# K Joe Nedney 86 to 89 11/12 in limited attempts for the Niners
# P Donnie Jones 79 to 88 Has an 80 yard punt this year. 50.3 yard AVG
# P Sam Koch 78 to 81 Averaging 45 yards per punt for the Ravens
# K Jeff Reed 79 to 82 11/12 this year after a poor season last year
# P Daniel Sepulveda 81 to 83 Rookie punter for PIT who should be really good
# K Rob Bironas 85 to 88 20/22 on the season. Set an NFL record going 8/8 one game
# P Chris Kluwe 77 to 81 Improved from last years season
# K Kris Brown 79 to 85 18/20, 3/3 from 50+
# LB David Harris 77 to 83 Piling up tackles filling in for Jonathan Vilma
# FS Anthony Smith 75 to 76 Huge hitter in the Steelers secondary
# HB Ryan Grant 70 to 76 Starter of the week for the ever evolving Packer backfield
# WR Greg Jennings 86 to 88 Hes back. A deep threat for the Packer passing game
# WR James Jones 79 to 80 Has been one of the best rookie receivers
# TE Donald Lee 80 to 82 Won the job at TE and just got a 4 year extension
# C Chris Myers 70 to 76 Moves over to Center after the season ending injury to Nalen
# HB Selvin Young 77 to 79 Might be the man if Henry is suspended
# HB Andre Hall 74 to 75 Will get some touches if Henry is suspended
# WR Brandon Stokley 79 to 81 Making the most of filling in for Javon Walker
# FS Abram Elam 60 to 70 Cut by Dallas, the new starting FS for the Jets
# WR Ronald Curry 80 to 82 Decent season for a much more competitive Raider team
# RT Cornell Green 77 to 80 Paving the way for LaMont Jordan and Justin Fargas
# LT Barry Sims 83 to 85 Might be the best of an improved Raider offensive line
# LB Thomas Howard 86 to 87 4 INTs and 2 TDs on the year
# DT Ethan Kelley 71 to 79 Starting nose tackle for the Browns
# LT Damion McIntosh 79 to 84 Combines with Waters for the best side of the Chiefs line
# DE Jared Allen 93 to 95 Just a half sack behind the leaders despite missing 2 games
# DT Alphonso Boone 78 to 80 Has been stout for the surprise Chiefs defense
# FS Jarrad Page 80 to 82 Rangy safety for the Chiefs
# DT Jonathan Babineaux 70 to 78 Had to be part of the reason the Falcons cut Grady Jackson
# CB Terrence McGee 82 to 86 Has been on a tear lately blanketing receivers
# LB Tyjuan Hagler 64 to 71 Stepped in and took a starting LB job for the Colts
# HB Joseph Addai 87 to 90 More than a good back in a great system. A great RB
# CB Trumaine McBride 71 to 75 Late round draft pick who will make Ricky Manning expendable
# TE Greg Olsen 81 to 83 Starting to show those amazing times he put up at the combine
# HB Kenny Watson 79 to 81 Has been a nice surprise on a bad Bengal team
# C Melvin Fowler 80 to 82 Starting Center for the surprise Bills
# HB Marshawn Lynch 84 to 87 Tough punishing rookie back who just gashed the Bengals
# CB Leigh Bodden 82 to 85 Best player in the secondary for the Browns. Underrated
# CB Eric Wright 78 to 79 Rookie CB for the Browns who is piling up tackles
# MLB Leon Williams 76 to 79 Making the most of his playing time. Need to find a spot for him
# QB Derek Anderson 81 to 84 Pro Bowl? Gotta like how often he goes downfield
# DE Shaun Smith 73 to 75 Big body up front for the Browns
# DT Jovan Haye 80 to 82 Something has clicked for the 3rd year player. 40 tackles/4 sacks
# FS Tanard Jackson 79 to 80 Getting better and better. Part a punishing duo at safety for the Bucs
# HB Earnest Graham 74 to 76 Filling in for Cadillac.Might not give up the job to Michael Bennett
# MLB Barrett Ruud 84 to 86 All over the field. Very instinctive MLB for the Bucs
# QB Jeff Garcia 86 to 87 Not working with much. The Bucs have a battle now with the Saints
# RT Jeremy Trueblood 79 to 82 A solid starter at RT for the Bucs
# SS Jermaine Phillips 84 to 86 His hits pack a punch.Seems to be playing at a much higher level
# DT Darnell Dockett 88 to 90 Having his best season as a pro. 8 sacks in 8 games
# MLB Gerald Hayes 84 to 85 Man in the middle for the Cardinal defense
# LB Calvin Pace 72 to 76 Something has clicked. Took too long for the #18 pick in 03
# WR Jerheme Urban 66 to 70 Injuries forced him into the lineup and he responded
# CB Antonio Cromartie 83 to 84 Looking very fast making plays for the Chargers
# MLB Stephen Cooper 77 to 80 Leading the Chargers defense in tackles
# DT Ed Johnson 75 to 78 Undrafted free agent has stepped in nicely for the Colts
# T Charlie Johnson 68 to 73 Forced into starting duty at LT for the Colts
# SS Antoine Bethea 86 to 87 Second year safety just getting better in Indy
# CB Anthony Henry 88 to 89 Tied for the NFL lead in INTs despite missing several games
# DT Jay Ratliff 71 to 79 Undersized DT filling in at nose tackle due to injury
# LB Greg Ellis 79 to 82 Finally healthy and getting to the quarterback for the Cowboys
# LB Bradie James 83 to 84 Emotional linebacker in the middle for the Cowboys
# LB James Harrison 84 to 87 Not missing a beat replacing Joey Porter. You know his name now
# DT Trey Lewis 67 to 70 Will see more snaps with the departure of Grady Jackson
# WR Roddy White 79 to 84 Once he stops dropping crucial passes he could be a #1 WR
# MLB Patrick Willis 85 to 87 He should look for a home in Honolulu
# DE Paul Spicer 80 to 83 Injuries have hampered what would have been a very good career
# QB Kellen Clemens 76 to 78 Well see if he can make Jets fans happy
# DT Shaun Rogers 96 to 97 A monster in the middle for the Lions
# FS Gerald Alexander 74 to 77 Rookie starting because of injury. Has a pair of INTs
# DE Dewayne White 83 to 84 Getting better after getting a big contract. 5.5 sacks
# DE Jared Devries 70 to 73 Backup DE for the Lions. 3 sacks
# LB Paris Lenon 79 to 80 Well on his way to 100 tackle season
# DE Corey Smith 67 to 70 Another backup DE for the Lions getting to the QB. 2.5 sacks
# HB Kevin Jones 84 to 85 Foot is looking good. Running physical for the Lions
# C Dominic Raiola 86 to 87 Paving the way for the Lions. Underrated
# FB Jon Bradley 62 to 73 Just your average 300 pound fullback
# RG Stephen Peterman 72 to 80 Starting for former standout Guard Damien Woody
# WR Shaun McDonald 74 to 77 On his way to 60-70 catches and 700+ yards
# QB Brett Favre 92 to 94 The old Gunslinger is having his best season in years
# HB Justin Fargas 75 to 79 Quick back who seeks contact. Starting now for Oakland
# C Jeremy Newberry 84 to 85 Won the job early after coming back from injuries
# K Sebastian Janikowski 84 to 86 Missed a FG that would have been good from 70+
# LB Rocky McIntosh 84 to 85 Another stellar LB from the U
# WR Antwaan Randle El 77 to 80 The best Redskin receiver this year. On pace for 900 yards
# WR David Patten 75 to 77 Has benefited most from Deverys case of the drops and demotion
# DE Darryl Tapp 79 to 82 Starting at DE for Seattle. 5.5 sacks and a great INT vs. the Browns
# LB LeRoy Hill 85 to 86 Least known of the Seahawks LBs. Solid pro
# CB Ike Taylor 87 to 88 Recovered quite nicely from being benched last year
# CB Deshea Townsend 85 to 86 A very good corner. Not fast but smart
# DT Casey Hampton 96 to 97 Big boy in the middle. Takes up two blockers per play
# FS Ryan Clark 80 to 83 Starting FS for the #1 defense. Should get a few gift INTs
# DE Aaron Smith 91 to 92 Tough blue collar guy for the Steelers
# QB Ben Roethlisberger 87 to 90 Recovered from a poor season last year. Very tough to sack
# DE Brett Keisel 82 to 84 Starter opposite Aaron Smith. 0 sacks thus far but that will change
# DE Travis Kirschke 72 to 75 Backup DE who gets plenty of PT and gets to the QB
# WR Santonio Holmes 82 to 83 On pace to get 1,000 yards and 10 TDs
# WR Terrell Owens 96 to 97 On pace for 80+ catches/1,500+yards/10+TDs/10+ drops
# WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh 93 to 95 This guy takes a beating every week. Already 10 TDs
# WR Braylon Edwards 88 to 93 Might have 5 out of the 10 best catches of the year
# LB David Thornton 88 to 89 Very productive LB for the #2 defense in the NFL
# DT Albert Haynesworth 90 to 94 The best DT in the league this year. In a contract year
# DT Tony Brown 81 to 84 The other DT in Tennessee that makes up the #1 run defense
# HB LenDale White 78 to 80 3 100 yard games in a row for the portly Titan running back
# DE Travis Laboy 79 to 81 3 sacks in the last 2 games. 5 on the year
# CB Nick Harper 84 to 86 Big acquisition from Indy after the loss of Pacman Jones
# CB Cortland Finnegan 82 to 84 Feisty corner who hits much harder than his size. Playmaker
# FS Michael Griffin 82 to 84 They brought him along slowly. A starter now and a future star
# LB Ryan Fowler 75 to 76 Won the starting job in the preseason after being acquired from DAL
# HB Adrian Peterson 89 to 92 Just a brief stop on the way to 99 OVR for Purple Jesus
# TE Visanthe Shiancoe - 75 to 79 Starting to become more involved in the gross MIN passing game
# RG Anthony Herrera 78 to 81 New starting RG paving the way for a possible 2,000 yard back
# RT Ryan Cook 77 to 78 Took the RT job early and is looking good so far
# LB E.J. Henderson 87 to 88 Huge hitter in the middle. Coming into his own this year at MLB
# DT Pat Williams 91 to 93 Fat Pat helps plug the middle for the #2 rush D
# CB Fred Bennett 74 to 77 New starter in HOU. Will be relied on more after the loss of Dunta
# DT Amobi Okoye 80 to 82 On pace for 10 sacks in his rookie year at DT. Hes only 20
# TE Owen Daniels 83 to 84 5th in catches/5th in yards in the NFL out of all tight ends
# WR Kevin Walter 73 to 76 Had big games after Andre went down. Should remain a starter
# WR Andre Davis 74 to 75 The deep threat when Andre went down. 5 catches over 40 yards
# TE Tony Gonzalez 96 to 97 - #5 in the NFL in receptions. On pace for one of his best seasons
Ratings Down
# DT Warren Sapp 89 to 86 Only 2 sacks in 8 games. Hes not in there to stop the run
# LB Joey Porter 90 to 88 Mighty quite this year. Only 1 sack so far. BUST
# SS Sean Jones 87 to 85 Browns safety who has his share of coverage meltdowns
# FS Brodney Pool 83 to 80 Another part of the safety duo who gets torched by TEs
# K Jeff Wilkins 95 to 94 Missed 6 field goal attempts already
# P Ryan Plackemeier 87 to 84 One of the worst averages in the year
# QB David Carr 82 to 79 Bad news Panther fans. This guy is terrible. Steve Smith agrees
# HB Vernand Morency 81 to 80 Cant win the starting job when he is the most talented
# DE Simeon Rice 88 to 83 Cant get on the field anymore. His shoulder is bad
# DT Sam Adams 84 to 80 Run stuffer for the worst rush defense in the league
# FS Erik Coleman 82 to 78 Benched for the Jets. A free agent now starts instead
# LG Robert Gallery 86 to 84 Who falls on the ground more than this bust?
# CB Ty Law 90 to 89 The least agile corner in the league. Smart but runs a 4.8
# LB Kendrell Bell 80 to 75 Only 2.5 sacks total in 3 seasons in KC. Money well spent
# DT James Reed 74 to 72 Backup DT for the Chiefs who rarely plays
# RT Kyle Turley 81 to 80 Dont know if he is big enough to play tackle in the NFL anymore
# RG John Welbourn 82 to 79 Really should be a backup at this point in his career
# LG Brian Waters 96 to 95 Misses the two pro bowlers on that line. Clearly the best left
# WR Bernard Berrian - 85 to 82 Bad case of the drops this year. Should have been a good year
# HB Rudi Johnson 91 to 90 Play clearly a result of injuries to the offensive line
# LT Levi Jones 93 to 90 Him or Joey Porter havent been the same since the blackjack table
# DT Ted Washington 84 to 80 Just suffered a season ending injury. That should be it for him
# HB Edgerrin James 93 to 92 The line is improved. He still looks slow
# DE Bertrand Berry 90 to 88 When from 14.5 sacks to 6 each of the last two injury filled years
# CB Paul Oliver 73 to 71 Supplemental draft pick from Georgia who is inactive most game days
# QB Philip Rivers 89 to 88 Looks shaky and unsure of himself. Has talent every which way
# C Todd McClure 89 to 85 The Falcons cant run the ball anymore
# TE Alge Crumpler 94 to 91 19 catches in a pass happy offense. He should be producing
# RG Kynan Forney 92 to 90 Rated too high for a team that cant run
# RT Todd Weiner 91 to 88 Missed time due to injury and just isnt opening up holes
# LB Tully Banta Cain 78 to 76 Free agent bust in SF thus far
# WR Darrell Jackson 89 to 88 Who would have though he would have injury problems?
# MLB Brandon Moore- 82 to 78 A season ending injury to Lawson and he still cant play anywhere
# HB Tatum Bell 82 to 79 Needs a new team again. He wont see the field much in DET
# RG Damien Woody 89 to 85 Benched and inactive some games.Will need a new team next year
# CB Fabian Washington 83 to 81Gets picked on because of Oaklands other CB. Recently benched
# HB Dominic Rhodes 83 to 80 Rumors say he will get cut. Once Bush is healthy he should be
# HB LaMont Jordan 86 to 84 Back might be bothering him. Still the best runner in OAK
# DT LaRoi Glover 88 to 84 Not getting to the QB anymore
# LB Chris Draft 81 to 77 Backup LB for the Rams. Had 100+ tackles last year for CAR
# TE Randy McMichael 88 to 87 Hoping for a better second half of the season
# WR Torry Holt 98 to 97 Knee injuries might start to hamper his stellar play
# QB Steve McNair 85 to 83 Rex Ryan said his grandmother could throw a wet ball further
# WR Mark Clayton 85 to 82 Everyone expected more than this. 165 yards and 0 TDs
# QB Mark Brunell 80 to 77 Now 3rd string in WAS. Should be his last year
# CB Fred Smoot 83 to 81 With the loss of Carlos Rogers, will be getting toasted weekly
# C Jeff Faine 85 to 83 The Saints cant run the ball, he gets pushed around too much
# CB Mike McKenzie 87 to 86 Looked incredibly slow on the pick 6 vs. the Jags
# DE Will Smith 94 to 92 He says he wants a new contract? Not playing like this
# RG Chris Gray 85 to 82 Should be benched. This will be his last year starting
# HB Shaun Alexander 91 to 86 Is shocking how slow and bad he looks now
# LG Ruben Brown 89 to 86 Not playing well. Will be 36 next year
# WR Marvin Harrison 98 to 97 Knee problems. Will be a problem going forward
# HB Ahman Green 86 to 84 One and done in Houston? His knee is bad now
# QB Chad Pennington 86 to 84 Has still never broken a receivers finger with a pass
# QB Jay Cutler 85 to 84 Looking like an average QB with an incredible arm
# HB Warrick Dunn 88 to 87 Time is ticking. Will be his last year as a starter
Weapons
# FS Tanard Jackson Bucs Becomes Big Hitter Punishing hitter in the secondary
# P Saverio RoccaEaglesLoses Big Foot KickerBig leg hasnt translated to the NFL from Rugby
# QB Daunte Culpepper Raiders Loses Cannon Arm Has lost his zip since the knee injury
# MLB Jeremiah Trotte BucsLoses Smart LB No longer a starter, now backing up in Tampa Bay
# DT Warren Sapp Raiders Loses Finesse Move Slow start after his 10 sack season last year
# WR Wes Welker Patriots Becomes Route Running Weapon His quickness kills corners
# MLB Nick Barnett Packers Becomes Brick Wall Defender Man in the middle for GB
# MLB E.J. Henderson Vikings Becomes Brick Wall Defender Tackling machine in MIN
# DT Sam Adams Loses Power Move Has provided little resistance against the run
# CB Ty Law Loses Smart CB Burnt too much, his deep speed is now a big problem
# LT Levi Jones Loses Pass Blocker Benched when healthy. Not looking good this year
# MLB Barrett Ruud Becomes Brick Wall Instinctive LB who stops the run
# CB Antonio Cromartie Becomes Speed Weapon Blazing fast when he has a chance to run
# LB James Harrison Becomes Big Hitter 250 pound bull for the Steelers. A thumper
# TE Alge Crumpler Loses Possession Receiver Too many drops, doing little this year
# HB Tatum Bell Loses Speed Weapon Never hits a whole so who knows if he is fast
# QB Tom BradyBecomes Cannon Arm QB Now that he has a deep threat or two, He is bombing
# FS Anthony Smith Becomes Big Hitter Big hitter at the safety position. Ask TJ Housh
# LB David Thorton Becomes Brick Wall Racks up tackles for TEN
# C Kevin Mawae Becomes Pass Blocker A smart veteran who makes the line calls
# RG Benji Olson Becomes Run Blocker Paves the way for the TEN run game
# HB Warrick Dunn Loses Elusive Back Very quick still, but not enough
# HB Adrian Peterson Becomes Trucking Back Tries to inflict punishment to the tackler
# LG Ruben Brown Loses Pass Blocker An injury just ended an ineffective season
Injuries
# TE Stephen Alexander Broncos IR Calf
# LB Rob Morris Colts IR Knee
# HB Ronnie Brown Dolphins Knee
# FS Renaldo Hill Dolphins Knee
# QB Trent Green Dolphins - Concussion
# SS Gary Baxter Browns Knee
# LT Renardo Foster Falcons Knee
# HB Nick Goings Panthers Concussion
# MLB Jonathan Vilma Jets IR Knee
# CB Carlos Rogers Redskins Knee
# RG Richie Incognito Rams IR Kneecap
# DE Tommy Kelly Raiders IR Knee
# HB DeShawn Wynn Packers IR Shoulder
# DT Ted Washington Browns IR Knee
# WR Rod Smith Broncos IR Hip
# DE Jarvis Moss Broncos IR Fibula
# HB Sammy Morris Patriots IR Chest
# CB Dunta Robinson Texans IR Knee
# MLB Dan Morgan Panthers IR Achilles
# FB Deon Anderson Cowboys IR Shoulder
# LT Jonas Jennings 49ers IR Ankle
# DE Leonard Little Rams IR Toe
# SS Sean Considine Eagles IR Shoulder
# LB Justin Durant Jaguars IR Knee
# RG Chris Naeole Jaguars IR Quadriceps
# LB Abraham Wright Dolphins IR Knee
# RG Drew Mormino Dolphins IR Shoulder
# LG Ruben Brown Bears IR Shoulder
DCX