First, I am just excited that football's back. I'm excited to see the regular season and see how things start off for the Skins agains the Giants. Here are some general thoughts on my predictions for the game:
1. No question it will be a tough game against a divisional rival and reigning Super Bowl champions on the road.
2. I expect mistakes on both sides of the ball for both teams. That is typical for the first couple of games.
3. I think the Skins offense has a lot to prove given the lack of production the last two preseason games. The O line will have to be solid against a tough Giant D line. That will be key. If JC can get the time, I think he will deliver. However, if he is pressured, I think he will make some bad mistakes...especially if we are down.
4. I think the offense will be interesting to watch given the installation of the WC offense and being called by Zorn. How Zorn calls the game will be one thing I will be looking at.
5. I think our defense will step up -- especially if Jason Taylor can play. I am a bit concerned about Landry given that he hasn't played at all in the preseason. I do think that his speed and aggressiveness in the rover spot will be key this season and if the Giants try to throw a deep ball, I expect Landry to get an INT or at least break it up.
6. I expect a very physical game with both teams and the battle will be won in the trenches.
All in all, I think it will be hard fought. I think the Skins are going to be prepared and going to pull out the win. I think JC will perform well and have solid numbers and the defense will step up. Portis will carry the ball for 20+ times and get over a 100 yards rushing. Defense will get a couple of sacks on Eli and force him into a couple of turnovers. Skins will get a big win 24-17 on the road.
3 comments:
Dream on friend. JC will be hit often and hard. The defense will look slow and tired. Giants in a romp 27-6.
Oh yeah, I'll send out an email tonight to you and Deeps with the picks for the week. We start with a fresh slate. May the best Bears fan win!
I think we'll do alright, but not good enough to win...not with a new offense and a new defensive coordinator, against the defending Super Bowl champs, on the road.
J.C. will look good, but won't make enough plays to win. I'm not worried about the Giants pass rush as much as I am about our ability to run between the tackles...Those 3rd and shorts are going to suck tonight. The run defense is going to struggle a little down the stretch especially given that for whatever reason Golston is starting ahead of Montgomery. Landry, Taylor, Rogers, and McIntosh are still big question marks in my mind.
All in all, a good effort, but I'm afraid the stars aren't aligned for us today...Giants 24-Skins 17.
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