The Brett Favre Sweepstakes

NOTE:  I used the Customized Jerseys from the NFL Shop for the following pictures, and they will not let me put “FAVRE” on the back of the Jerseys. So, I had to settle for “FVRE” instead, SMH! I apologize in advance.

 

   

 

  

 

  

 

 

For the sake of arguement, Let’s say that Comissioner Goodell reinstate Brett Favre. Let’s also say that the Packers decided to trade him.  If that is the case, we have nine teams that may make a play for the NFL’s all time passing TD leader.

Baltimore

Sure the Ravens picked Joe Flacco to step in to become the starter but it seems as if Coach John Harbaugh  is willing to make it anybody’s job to win. Right now, on their depth chart, I see two unprovens and a man that can’t throw rice at a wedding let alone a football. Why not stir the pot by getting Favre? In Baltimore, Favre can actually succeed.  With Brett under center, the Ravens could very well evolve from run first offense to the West Coast Offense.  Think about it! Willis McGahee is a decent receiving back and Todd Heap is a phenomenal tight end.  Playing with Brett can make Yamon Figures, Mark Clayton and Derrick Mason better. It is worth the gamble for Ozzie Newsome and Steve Bisciotti to make a play but what or who will Baltimore give up?

Chicago

For the life of me, I don’t understand why the Bears insist on giving Rex Grossman chance after chance to get it right. He is one more bad season away from the inevetiable. The Bears might as well give Brett a try. At least the offense will have a modicum of stability. Favre is resourceful. He can make any situation work.

 

Carolina

The only thing wrong with Jake Delhomme is he’s often injured, and the Panthers backups cannot get it done. If Favre winds up in Charlotte, he will have  Pro Bowl targets in Steve Smith and Muhsin Muhammad to throw to. Favre can also help make young recievers like DJ Hackett and Dwayne Jarrett better. Also joining Favre in the backfield is DeAngelo Williams. Now, Williams proved himself to be a solid back in the shadow of DeShaun Foster. Last season, Willams registered 717 yards and 4 touchdowns. With Foster gone, Williams can flourish. There is potential for Brett to be successful in the Queen City.

Miami

LOL The Dolphins need all the help they can get. That team is a hot mess! While having Brett will improve things just a tad in Miami, I really dont think that the Dolphins are a good fit because they are such a mess on both sides of the ball.

Tampa

Now, you all know that Jon Gruden (AKA Chucky, AKA The Quarterback Groupie) will try and convince the front office to get at Brett. Being in Tampa can be very familiar for #4 because he knows Chucky. Gruden was an offensive assistant and wide receivers coach for the Packers from 1992 to 1994. Putting Favre in Buccanneer Red and Pewter is not reall an idea fit but it is a better fit than Miami.

San Francisco

The Niner Empire is spoiled, and they have been so for 26 years. If your team had the luxury of having not one but two hall of fame quarterbacks and the greatest wide receiver of all time on your team, you will spoild too.  The 49ers are not getting it done with Alex Smith, and Shaun Hill isnt really convinsing as a starter. If Faver dons the Scarlet and Gold, he will be working wiht a formidable trio in Isaac Bruce, Ashley Lelie, and Arnaz Battle.  Farve is also covered in the backfield with the tandem of Frank Gore and DeShaun Foster. Favre would thrive in the city by the Bay, the Niner Empire will still be spoild, and everyone is happy.

Minnesota

Now, Brett may not have any stand out options in the passing game here, but he’ll have Adrian Peterson. Favre is known for his resorsefulness. In additon to resorcefullness, #4 is also known for drama. What is more dramatic than Brett rolling into Lambeau wearing a purple and gold and white jersey with a pair of Viking horns on his helmet? What is more dramatic than Brett engineering a 87 yard winning drive against his old team. Talk about payback! LOL.

Atlanta

Seventeen years after trading Brett for a first round draft pick in 92 (19th overall, Tony Smith), the Falcons can redeem themselves.  Granted, Atlanta did select Matt Ryan but Favre is a proven winner.  This is a city still trying to move on from the Michael Vick saga; might as well get Favre and put some butts in Georgia Dome seats. On the field, Favre will have another talented running back in Michael Turner to help carry the team.  Joe Horn is dependable as well.

 

Seattle

I know that the Seahawks do not have QB problems but it will be special to reunite Mike Holmgreen with Favre for the coach’s final NFL season. These two had years of succes in Green Bay. It’ll be exciting if the duo can duplicate past success.

 

So, there you have it folks! If Green Bay want to trade Brett Favre,  Where should he go?  Should he stay retired? Fans, it’s on you.

Rookies Of The Year

 

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Have you ever had a feeling about a player be it good or bad by just looking at them and briefly watching them play? Well, that is the feeling that I had about Vikings RB Adrian Peterson and Niners MLB Patrick Willis during this year’s draft.  On draft day, the only names that we heard about were JaMarcus Russell and Brady Quinn.

After learning about Peterson before the draft, I just knew that he would be a lock for Rookie of the Year. In a Sports Illustrated article that I read, Peterson said that he runs angry. After reading that, I thought to myself, “Adrian will be a great asset to the team that drafts him-definitely rookie of the year material.

Fast forward to week 14, Peterson is 3rd in the league in rushing with 1,278 yards and 12 touchdowns. Already praised as the best back in the league,  Peterson is also the leading vote getter among running backs for the Pro Bowl.

This vicious hit was my introduction to Patrick Willis.  After that hit, I just knew that this guy would be a beast at linebacker. Fourteen weeks later, I was right again. Willis leads the league in tackles with 142 tackles (111 solo). I cant wait until Willis uses his wide receiver speed and start sacking people more often.  Under the tutelage of Hall Of Famer and Niners Assistant Coach Mike Singletary, the sky’s is the limit for this kid. P-Dub is definitely defensive rookie of the year.

RED ZONE’S SEASON FORECAST: NFC NORTH

1. Bears

This team will win games despite having Rex (your game is) Grossman as quarterback! You can put that in  7 inch headlines. Their defense will only continue where they left off last season.

2007 projected record 12-4

2. Vikings

Look for Minnesota to rebound from thier disasterous 2006 campaign. The offense is fresh, young and explosive. Rookie RB Adrian Peterson is one of the early favorites for rookie of the year.

2007 projected record  9-7

3.Lions

Playoffs? You all are talking about playoffs? are you joking? While Calvin Johnson is a great pick compared to the reveivers that that they had in the past, it is worthless without a competent quarterback. Honestly, this team will never get far as long as Matt Millen is the GM

2007 projected record  4-12

4. Packers

A tired Brett Favre- Ahman Green-Wide Receivers+ a lackluster and mediocre defense= a recipe for disaster.

2007 projected record 3-13