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2007 Cardinals Predictions
Anquan Boldin finishes the season as a no –brainer Top 5 WR in the NFL – Okay this is a little subjective. But I think this is Q’s breakout year. You have seen all of his obvious talents on display and with my expectation of the Cardinals having a good year he is going ot get more exposure. In fact I forsee a scenario in which we are watching a play-off game and Q breaks off one of his patented carrying “4 defenders into the end zone” move and the announcers say something along the lines of “This guy is better version of Terrell Owens!”. Not only that but I see Wiz using him as a Hines Ward type player and Q is tons more physically gifted than Ward. Weapon X will be throwing touchdowns, rushing the ball – and remember where you heard it first – throwing a TD to Leinart in a game. Boldin will become the newest all purpose weapon in the NFL and it will be all due to the ingenuity of Ken Wisenhunt and his offensive play-calling.
The Cardinals finish the season in the top half of the league in rushing – Now its not going to happen overnight. But I think Grimm is good enough to get a power running game out of the OL he currently has – and that’s without adding a top two pick in the draft at tackle as of yet, which I think we will do. So I see one tackle being added and hopefully something being brought out of Ross or Gorin to provide depth. I believe coaching is everything in the NFL and it will make a world of difference. I am elated that Wisenhunt wants to implement a physical running attitude and starts selling the team that they can be that. Now once the games start I think he is going to realize he might have WAY to good of personnel in the passing game to do that – but I like the idea. Wiz is unlike Denny in that he will adapt his game plan along the way. Besides it will take pressure off of Matt and allow him to have a lot of 18 – 25 280 YD 2 TD 0 INT games which I think will become the norm with him. Most importantly I think Edge is pissed at all the ribbing he took with the Colts winning it all and has a lot to prove. Especially with reports that Wiz doesn’t prefer Edge’s running style, I expect the proud James to come out like a bat out of hell and get 1400 + yards and 10 + TD’s.
Antrell Rolle comes back from the dead – I remember watching this kid in college and being convinced he was going to be a star in the NFL. IMO a mix of injuries and poor coaching by Richard Solomon (as well as a defensive scheme that does not play to his strengths) has caused him to look less then perfect. Clancy needs to realize that Rolle is not the type of guy you can put on an island and expect to do that well 5 times a game. With the addition of Hood I see him being assigned to “cover” the best WR on other teams and allow Rolle to focus on keeping guys out of the middle of the field, run support, and making plays all of which he excels at doing. Better coaching combined with his physical game (which will endear him to Wiz) will lead to Rolle to start living up to his promise. It’s obvious his confidence has vanished and there was a reason he was the star of preseason last year. The kid has tools. But it’s just that he had a screwdriver and alan wrench and he was assigned by coaches to bake a cake in the kitchen. I’m thinking the addition of Hood will help quite a bit in allowing him to play his game.
Matt Leinart will make the Pro Bowl and will establish himself as THE young QB – As of now VY and others have been getting a lot of love and rightfully so. But more and more it seems analysts have been reviewing the tape and numbers and are beginning to give Leinart the love he deserves. I am reminded of the quote that came from Champ Bailey after the Denver game in which he likened Leinart to Peyton Manning. I agree. He will audible at the line, make the dump off pass and stand strong in the pocket. Should he avoid injury I look for him to throw for 3500 + yards between 22 – 25 TD’s and 10 INT’s. And he will get a lot of love because……..
The Cardinals will be the darlings of the NFL – I know there are a lot of gaps to fill. I know there are weaknesses around the horn. However I think we have the talent at the right positions, and a distinct advantage in coaching now. And I am a big believer that the right scheming, motivation, and practice habits can make a 6 win team a 10 win team with the same personnel. I think letting Davis leave was a great move and I think that finally the players will be moving in the same direction. The commitment to running, the oline coach, the continuity on defense (don’t forget it was top 10 a year ago before the wheels fell off last season) and the development of our QB will all be important factors to the turn around. I see much like Sean Payton going to the Saints the team will be energized by the motivating influence of a guy who actually knows how to scheme and call plays and won’t allow his ego to get in the way of sound decision making. I really think this will make a world of difference. Not only that but certain players got fat knowing Denny was going to be by their side through it all. That won’t happen with Wiz. He is demanding accountability and the fact that he learned from Parcells and Cowher makes me think more than likely a little stardust will rub off on him. If Wiz was able to coax a Super Bowl out of Rothlesberger, Ward, and Willie Parker I truly believe he will be able to get the max out of what I consider three superior players in Leinart, Boldin, and James.
Maybe I am drinking Kool – aid. But this is the first time I have felt we actually have a COACHING ADVANTAGE over other teams since the team moved here (Buddy Ryan and his defense nonwithstanding). Combine that with the fact that Denny for all his faults infused the team with quite a bit of talent and it’s a good recipe for catching lightning in a bottle for the first time in decades for this team.
I am a big believer that the right coach and QB can take you to greatness. I am the biggest Leinart guy alive so I think for the first time the QB is in place. And I have a good feeling about the head coach as well. But time will tell if those two can lead the Cardinals out of the abyss and rise above the losing culture that pervades the team. The bad news is if they can’t – I’m not sure the combination of Jesus Christ and Joe Montana could………..
Anquan Boldin finishes the season as a no –brainer Top 5 WR in the NFL – Okay this is a little subjective. But I think this is Q’s breakout year. You have seen all of his obvious talents on display and with my expectation of the Cardinals having a good year he is going ot get more exposure. In fact I forsee a scenario in which we are watching a play-off game and Q breaks off one of his patented carrying “4 defenders into the end zone” move and the announcers say something along the lines of “This guy is better version of Terrell Owens!”. Not only that but I see Wiz using him as a Hines Ward type player and Q is tons more physically gifted than Ward. Weapon X will be throwing touchdowns, rushing the ball – and remember where you heard it first – throwing a TD to Leinart in a game. Boldin will become the newest all purpose weapon in the NFL and it will be all due to the ingenuity of Ken Wisenhunt and his offensive play-calling.
The Cardinals finish the season in the top half of the league in rushing – Now its not going to happen overnight. But I think Grimm is good enough to get a power running game out of the OL he currently has – and that’s without adding a top two pick in the draft at tackle as of yet, which I think we will do. So I see one tackle being added and hopefully something being brought out of Ross or Gorin to provide depth. I believe coaching is everything in the NFL and it will make a world of difference. I am elated that Wisenhunt wants to implement a physical running attitude and starts selling the team that they can be that. Now once the games start I think he is going to realize he might have WAY to good of personnel in the passing game to do that – but I like the idea. Wiz is unlike Denny in that he will adapt his game plan along the way. Besides it will take pressure off of Matt and allow him to have a lot of 18 – 25 280 YD 2 TD 0 INT games which I think will become the norm with him. Most importantly I think Edge is pissed at all the ribbing he took with the Colts winning it all and has a lot to prove. Especially with reports that Wiz doesn’t prefer Edge’s running style, I expect the proud James to come out like a bat out of hell and get 1400 + yards and 10 + TD’s.
Antrell Rolle comes back from the dead – I remember watching this kid in college and being convinced he was going to be a star in the NFL. IMO a mix of injuries and poor coaching by Richard Solomon (as well as a defensive scheme that does not play to his strengths) has caused him to look less then perfect. Clancy needs to realize that Rolle is not the type of guy you can put on an island and expect to do that well 5 times a game. With the addition of Hood I see him being assigned to “cover” the best WR on other teams and allow Rolle to focus on keeping guys out of the middle of the field, run support, and making plays all of which he excels at doing. Better coaching combined with his physical game (which will endear him to Wiz) will lead to Rolle to start living up to his promise. It’s obvious his confidence has vanished and there was a reason he was the star of preseason last year. The kid has tools. But it’s just that he had a screwdriver and alan wrench and he was assigned by coaches to bake a cake in the kitchen. I’m thinking the addition of Hood will help quite a bit in allowing him to play his game.
Matt Leinart will make the Pro Bowl and will establish himself as THE young QB – As of now VY and others have been getting a lot of love and rightfully so. But more and more it seems analysts have been reviewing the tape and numbers and are beginning to give Leinart the love he deserves. I am reminded of the quote that came from Champ Bailey after the Denver game in which he likened Leinart to Peyton Manning. I agree. He will audible at the line, make the dump off pass and stand strong in the pocket. Should he avoid injury I look for him to throw for 3500 + yards between 22 – 25 TD’s and 10 INT’s. And he will get a lot of love because……..
The Cardinals will be the darlings of the NFL – I know there are a lot of gaps to fill. I know there are weaknesses around the horn. However I think we have the talent at the right positions, and a distinct advantage in coaching now. And I am a big believer that the right scheming, motivation, and practice habits can make a 6 win team a 10 win team with the same personnel. I think letting Davis leave was a great move and I think that finally the players will be moving in the same direction. The commitment to running, the oline coach, the continuity on defense (don’t forget it was top 10 a year ago before the wheels fell off last season) and the development of our QB will all be important factors to the turn around. I see much like Sean Payton going to the Saints the team will be energized by the motivating influence of a guy who actually knows how to scheme and call plays and won’t allow his ego to get in the way of sound decision making. I really think this will make a world of difference. Not only that but certain players got fat knowing Denny was going to be by their side through it all. That won’t happen with Wiz. He is demanding accountability and the fact that he learned from Parcells and Cowher makes me think more than likely a little stardust will rub off on him. If Wiz was able to coax a Super Bowl out of Rothlesberger, Ward, and Willie Parker I truly believe he will be able to get the max out of what I consider three superior players in Leinart, Boldin, and James.
Maybe I am drinking Kool – aid. But this is the first time I have felt we actually have a COACHING ADVANTAGE over other teams since the team moved here (Buddy Ryan and his defense nonwithstanding). Combine that with the fact that Denny for all his faults infused the team with quite a bit of talent and it’s a good recipe for catching lightning in a bottle for the first time in decades for this team.
I am a big believer that the right coach and QB can take you to greatness. I am the biggest Leinart guy alive so I think for the first time the QB is in place. And I have a good feeling about the head coach as well. But time will tell if those two can lead the Cardinals out of the abyss and rise above the losing culture that pervades the team. The bad news is if they can’t – I’m not sure the combination of Jesus Christ and Joe Montana could………..