obsessivefinfan
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vs. NYJ: Win—Everything that I have seen, as far as interviews, practice clips, and preseason games, leads me to believe that Jets players are more star-struck than optimistic about playing with Brett Favre. On our end…the defense sounds motivated by the prospect of having a productive offense—receivers and coaches alike are raving about Pennington, and you better believe he’s working hard for this game.
@ Ari: Win—Amazingly enough, the Miami Dolphins have a more stable QB situation than someone! While Kurt Warner was named the starter, I can’t help but believe that Matt Leinart will see the field as well. I just don’t think Warner will be able to handle Miami’s revamped pass rush, and that will lead to some turnovers. The only cause for serious concern is how our DBs will fare against Boldin and Fitzgerald.
@ NE: Loss—Don’t expect to see them put up 40+ points again and romp us. I expect this year’s Phins to play with much more pride and intensity. I just think Randy Moss will be too much to handle, and even if we tee off on him, pesky Welker will find a spot, and Brady will find him. The keys to having a chance at this game will be 1-Efficient Offense; no wasted possessions, no 3 and outs, and 2-Stymie the run; while the passing game of New England is its biggest strength, they set it up well with draws and check downs. We will have to make them one dimensional, then pin our ears back and blitz—wouldn’t we all love to see Matt Roth or Channing Crowder put a facemask in Brady’s lower back?
vs. SD: Win—Now I know you all are thinking I am letting my bias come in here, but consider these points of contention: For one, we will be coming out of a bye, and by my estimation 2-1. Secondly, let’s face it, Merriman will be done by the time this game rolls around. Third, if the Phins are 2-1 after the first three games, and play a first place San Diego team, you better believe Dolphins Stadium (forever Joe Robbie) will be rocking for the first time in years. Lastly, our run defense should be solid—if we can contain LT, I am still not convinced Philip Rivers is the kind of guy to pick apart a defense. Overall, I see this as being a MAJOR confidence booster, and a huge home win for the Phins.
@ Hou: Loss—This is the kind of up-and-down behavior I expect to see from a team trying to get back in the mix. Yes, it wouldn’t make sense that they could beat the Chargers then lose to the Texans, but for one, the Texans have always given us trouble, and for two, this year Matt Shaub is going to show that he was a better QB than Vick all along in Atlanta. This loss will have us scratching our heads, but it segues into a back-to-back home stand that is very winnable.
vs. Bal: Win—Speaking of quarterback situations, this one is a mess. Joe Flacco, from nowhere to first round pick, to starting QB in the NFL? I am so skeptical about him that I would not be surprised to see John Beck starting this game! And we haven’t even traded him yet! On a serious note though, Baltimore will lose a bunch of games this year—last year they were our only win; we have improved, they have not, period.
vs. Buf: Win—The Bills have beaten us 7 of the last 8 times we have played…They have kicked us while we were down, but don’t expect this to continue. This year, our two games will be very hotly contested—these two teams are the future of the AFC East, mark my words. An interesting thing to note; the last time we beat the Bills twice in a season was the last time Ricky Williams was the starting running back in week 1….food for thought.
@ Denver: Loss—We usually fare well against Denver. I recall the 2005 season opener in which we rocked their world, only to turn around and lose 4 of our next 5 games. That being said, Mile High is always a tough place to win at on the road. I expect a good year out of Jay Cutler this year, and I also expect the Broncos to surprise a few people, battling for their division right down to the final month. This is a tough game for us, and I foresee a loss in a close one, perhaps a FG late.
So, after 1/2 of the season I have the Phins at 5-3, and still playing meaningful games....I will be back to share my thoughts on the second half of the season, but for now, let me know what you guys think...
@ Ari: Win—Amazingly enough, the Miami Dolphins have a more stable QB situation than someone! While Kurt Warner was named the starter, I can’t help but believe that Matt Leinart will see the field as well. I just don’t think Warner will be able to handle Miami’s revamped pass rush, and that will lead to some turnovers. The only cause for serious concern is how our DBs will fare against Boldin and Fitzgerald.
@ NE: Loss—Don’t expect to see them put up 40+ points again and romp us. I expect this year’s Phins to play with much more pride and intensity. I just think Randy Moss will be too much to handle, and even if we tee off on him, pesky Welker will find a spot, and Brady will find him. The keys to having a chance at this game will be 1-Efficient Offense; no wasted possessions, no 3 and outs, and 2-Stymie the run; while the passing game of New England is its biggest strength, they set it up well with draws and check downs. We will have to make them one dimensional, then pin our ears back and blitz—wouldn’t we all love to see Matt Roth or Channing Crowder put a facemask in Brady’s lower back?
vs. SD: Win—Now I know you all are thinking I am letting my bias come in here, but consider these points of contention: For one, we will be coming out of a bye, and by my estimation 2-1. Secondly, let’s face it, Merriman will be done by the time this game rolls around. Third, if the Phins are 2-1 after the first three games, and play a first place San Diego team, you better believe Dolphins Stadium (forever Joe Robbie) will be rocking for the first time in years. Lastly, our run defense should be solid—if we can contain LT, I am still not convinced Philip Rivers is the kind of guy to pick apart a defense. Overall, I see this as being a MAJOR confidence booster, and a huge home win for the Phins.
@ Hou: Loss—This is the kind of up-and-down behavior I expect to see from a team trying to get back in the mix. Yes, it wouldn’t make sense that they could beat the Chargers then lose to the Texans, but for one, the Texans have always given us trouble, and for two, this year Matt Shaub is going to show that he was a better QB than Vick all along in Atlanta. This loss will have us scratching our heads, but it segues into a back-to-back home stand that is very winnable.
vs. Bal: Win—Speaking of quarterback situations, this one is a mess. Joe Flacco, from nowhere to first round pick, to starting QB in the NFL? I am so skeptical about him that I would not be surprised to see John Beck starting this game! And we haven’t even traded him yet! On a serious note though, Baltimore will lose a bunch of games this year—last year they were our only win; we have improved, they have not, period.
vs. Buf: Win—The Bills have beaten us 7 of the last 8 times we have played…They have kicked us while we were down, but don’t expect this to continue. This year, our two games will be very hotly contested—these two teams are the future of the AFC East, mark my words. An interesting thing to note; the last time we beat the Bills twice in a season was the last time Ricky Williams was the starting running back in week 1….food for thought.
@ Denver: Loss—We usually fare well against Denver. I recall the 2005 season opener in which we rocked their world, only to turn around and lose 4 of our next 5 games. That being said, Mile High is always a tough place to win at on the road. I expect a good year out of Jay Cutler this year, and I also expect the Broncos to surprise a few people, battling for their division right down to the final month. This is a tough game for us, and I foresee a loss in a close one, perhaps a FG late.
So, after 1/2 of the season I have the Phins at 5-3, and still playing meaningful games....I will be back to share my thoughts on the second half of the season, but for now, let me know what you guys think...
