2025-2026 NFL Season Thread

[Batman1980]

Originally Posted by ChadFL

So if Brady actually did go down with a season ending injury how does everyone think the AFC East would play out? My best guess is with Mallett at QB the Pats still end up 9-7 or better. I think Mallett would put up decent numbers in that offense. The Dolphins would have a good chance of winning the division under that scenario IMO.

No EJ Manuel shocking the world and leading the Bills to one of the most unlikely division wins ever?

[sycro]

Originally Posted by Darth Anakin

No EJ Manuel shocking the world and leading the Bills to one of the most unlikely division wins ever?

He's already going to do that!

[Batman1980]

Originally Posted by sycro

He's already going to do that!

Pfft!

Analysis
Strengths Physically imposing passer. Throws from the shotgun often, but is also effective on play action. Flashes the velocity to stretch the field and throw in tight spaces. Displays good touch on throws to each level of the field, finds receivers between defenders and drop passes over their head. Good athlete with the mobility to step up in the pocket to avoid pressure and take advantage of openings to pick up first downs with his feet. Quick release, though it often looks as though he's throwing darts on shorter throws. Intelligent, high character team leader.
Weaknesses Gives opponents too many chances for turnovers by forcing throws into coverage trying to make a play. Area code accuracy -- short throws are often low or wide, preventing receivers from making a play after the catch. Deep ball accuracy is uneven as well. Gets happy feet under pressure, spins to the outside to avoid the rush. Inconsistent recognizing blitz. Must step into his throws more consistently to fully utilize his arm strength.
NFL Comparison Blaine Gabbert
Bottom Line As gifted as any quarterback in the class, with a strong arm and good mobility. Scouts appreciate his leadership qualities and toughness (played through his mom's cancer treatments and a broken leg in 2011's Champs Sports Bowl win over Notre Dame), and hope he can improve on his consistency. Manuel has the velocity and mobility teams look for in a project quarterback.

Source - http://www.nfl.com/draft/2011/profil...uel?id=2539228

[ChadFL]

Originally Posted by Darth Anakin

Pfft!
Source - http://www.nfl.com/draft/2011/profil...uel?id=2539228

NFL Comparison
Blaine Gabbert

I feel for the Bills if that's true.

[Moviefan1203]

Originally Posted by Darth Anakin

No EJ Manuel shocking the world and leading the Bills to one of the most unlikely division wins ever?

We have a fighting chance. I do think the Patriots are going to be very vulnerable this year, and we are going to be a largely improved club. Manuel has looked really good in camp and in the first preseason game. He's going to be a good one.

[Brady_2_Moss]

Originally Posted by Darth Anakin

No EJ Manuel shocking the world and leading the Bills to one of the most unlikely division wins ever?

Bills will go 16-0 with him at QB and win the SB...guy is so outstanding

[fatediesel]

I heard on SVP & Russillo today that according to Vegas oddsmakers there's only 4 players whose potential injuries would cause sportsbooks to pull Super Bowl, division, and conference odds (as they did yesterday): Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Peyton Manning, and Drew Brees.

[Batman1980]

Originally Posted by fatediesel

I heard on SVP & Russillo today that according to Vegas oddsmakers there's only 4 players whose potential injuries would cause sportsbooks to pull Super Bowl, division, and conference odds (as they did yesterday): Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Peyton Manning, and Drew Brees.

Does that really surprise anyone? Those are pretty much the 4 best QBs in the NFL, although Peyton's younger brother does have his moments in the post-season.

[Blu-Benny]

each of those QB's have proven that they can take a mediocre team at best and make them champions!! so i can def. see that!!

[ChadFL]

Originally Posted by fatediesel

I heard on SVP & Russillo today that according to Vegas oddsmakers there's only 4 players whose potential injuries would cause sportsbooks to pull Super Bowl, division, and conference odds (as they did yesterday): Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Peyton Manning, and Drew Brees.

Whoa, No Flacco?!? Shocking. He's supposed to be the best QB in the NFL. Or paid like it at least.

[TimeandTimeAgain]

Originally Posted by ChadFL

Whoa, No Flacco?!? Shocking. He's supposed to be the best QB in the NFL. Or paid like it at least.

Flacco is not good as Drew, Peyton, Tom, and Aaron

That is just my opinion though

[Moviefan1203]

Originally Posted by TimeandTimeAgain

Flacco is not good as Drew, Peyton, Tom, and Aaron

That is just my opinion though

[filmnut5]

Hey Reaps,

Browns, Lions game on WXYZ (ABC affiliate), Pre-game at 7 and kickoff at 7:30.

GO BROWNS.

[Brady_2_Moss]

Originally Posted by TimeandTimeAgain

Flacco is not good as Drew, Peyton, Tom, and Aaron

That is just my opinion though

you missed it..he said he is paid like the best QB in the league. He can't even touch those guys with a 20 foot stick. Brady, Manning ect

[sycro]

Originally Posted by ChadFL

Whoa, No Flacco?!? Shocking. He's supposed to be the best QB in the NFL. Or paid like it at least.

Psssh.... Ryan makes more

[Blu-Benny]

Originally Posted by sycro

Psssh.... Ryan makes more

w/less to show for it.

[sycro]

Originally Posted by Blu-Benny

w/less to show for it.

We can't all have a defense... let alone a great one.

[Blu-Benny]

Originally Posted by sycro

We can't all have a defense... let alone a great one.

you should look @ the Packers defense the year they won the super bowl......it was nothing compared to the Ravens.

[sycro]

Originally Posted by Blu-Benny

you should look @ the Packers defense the year they won the super bowl......it was nothing compared to the Ravens.

I know... but nobody is comparing Ryan and Rodgers.

[Blu-Benny]

Originally Posted by sycro

I know... but nobody is comparing Ryan and Rodgers.

I know. I just like reminding you of what happened to you guys that year in the playoffs.