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Meanwhile, the Rams have to play DET, PHI and BAL.
Based on my analysis below, I think 4-2 in the division is definitely possible but I am sticking with 3-3 to be safe.
Home:
ATL- It was Kyler's first game back from injury. We got ATL's number. I just don't see us losing this game.
GB - Christian Watson is out for the year and many power rankings took them out of the top 10 because of FA losses. This game is now 50-50.
CAR - We have had issues with CAR in the past but the fact we are at home makes the difference in a year we are ascending. This will be a win.
It is hard not to see 6-2 at home, considering what we managed to do last year. Especially if we trade wins with the Rams based on home field.
Away:
DAL and NO- Just based on recent history, it seems like these games will be wins. We play them both very well.
TB, CIN, HOU- These are the toughest games on the schedule and really determine if we settle for 10 wins or push for something far greater. 1-2 is reasonable.
Final Note: I think we will do better at the end of the year than last time, but there will still be at least one loss that shouldn't of happened, like IND in IND for instance.
Road Record: 4-5
10-7 final record, which means worst case we get jumped by Rams because of our 3-3 divisional record or worse conference record
Why we should be considered favorites:
SF - After finishing with the 29th ranked defense, they unloaded even more talent on both sides of the ball. In the history of the NFC West, a team has never won the division with the worst defense. Since AZ, LAR and AZ are all ranked within the top 15, this takes SF out of the equation. More importantly, Purdy lost offensive linemen and Deebo Samuel. I don't think Demarcus Robinson and a backup TE who is good will make their offense dominant. Which is what they will need with that defense that Murray had 70 pts on last year to compete in the division. The fact that they have the easiest schedule doesn't account for Purdy needing to score 28 pts a game for them to have a shot. They will lose to teams people don't expect them to lose to again, including Darnold, who has their number. The fact is their star players are the most injury prone out of any in our division.
SEA - The expectation that Darnold can thrive in a new system with 2 new aging WRs without the offensive line he relied on in MINN is a demanding one. AZ def players must be licking their chops to get another shot at the QB they shut down for 3 quarters in a game we lost. That MINN game is gonna sting until we play Darnold again and beat him. Basically, I don't think we are getting swept by SEA this year and that really makes a difference. They have the potential to compete for the wildcard, because their defense can be very good especially vs us. But I am interested to see their new offense which apparently is going to be "run first." We had no issues getting to Darnold on MINN and we sacked Geno 6 times in SEA last year. Splitting with SEA takes away a win that their fans are starting to depend on. (Geno was 6-0)
Rams - If their Defense keeps playing like they did at the end of last year, it makes them the biggest threat. That said, Stafford vs AZ defense was pitiful in both games. Murray passed for a ton of yardage, it just didn't translate in the 2nd game with no Connor and the tipped pass off Mcbrides head. But we were literally a play away from sweeping them. I am not a fan of Davante Adams especially with how well we covered him but I expect a split between us. Stafford threw 4 less tds last year compared to 2023.
AZ - Kyler Murray should be the best overall QB in the division in terms of total TDs and many other stats. Our defense, which was improving despite injuries and lack of talent last year, added talent and depth. We still have the draft and possible more FA's I think we could add as their money options start to dry up. I really want that WR still. If we could add oline help, perhaps we could draft the best CB at 16 if we end up keeping the pick. I think that would put the division on notice more than anything else. We have the ability to be the best defense in the league and adding someone like Will Johnson would definitely help.
Why being a favorite doesn't matter:
1. It depends on Murray and the defense not collapsing in November and December.
2. SEA or Stafford can beat expectations and turn it on when it matters.
3. This group hasn't proven it can make it to the playoffs or win when it matters most.
4. This guy turns into the next Kittle and 49ers put up a bunch of pts. Seriously ????
How much does this mean for Mcbride? LOL
AND SOMEHOW THE 49ERS MAGICALLY MAKE UP FOR THIS LACK OF DLINE AND SECONDARY.
ALSO FINDING A WAY TO PROTECT PURDY WITH NEW SUBPAR OLINEMEN.
Meanwhile, the Rams have to play DET, PHI and BAL.
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Based on my analysis below, I think 4-2 in the division is definitely possible but I am sticking with 3-3 to be safe.
Home:
ATL- It was Kyler's first game back from injury. We got ATL's number. I just don't see us losing this game.
GB - Christian Watson is out for the year and many power rankings took them out of the top 10 because of FA losses. This game is now 50-50.
CAR - We have had issues with CAR in the past but the fact we are at home makes the difference in a year we are ascending. This will be a win.
It is hard not to see 6-2 at home, considering what we managed to do last year. Especially if we trade wins with the Rams based on home field.
Away:
DAL and NO- Just based on recent history, it seems like these games will be wins. We play them both very well.
TB, CIN, HOU- These are the toughest games on the schedule and really determine if we settle for 10 wins or push for something far greater. 1-2 is reasonable.
Final Note: I think we will do better at the end of the year than last time, but there will still be at least one loss that shouldn't of happened, like IND in IND for instance.
Road Record: 4-5
10-7 final record, which means worst case we get jumped by Rams because of our 3-3 divisional record or worse conference record
Why we should be considered favorites:
SF - After finishing with the 29th ranked defense, they unloaded even more talent on both sides of the ball. In the history of the NFC West, a team has never won the division with the worst defense. Since AZ, LAR and AZ are all ranked within the top 15, this takes SF out of the equation. More importantly, Purdy lost offensive linemen and Deebo Samuel. I don't think Demarcus Robinson and a backup TE who is good will make their offense dominant. Which is what they will need with that defense that Murray had 70 pts on last year to compete in the division. The fact that they have the easiest schedule doesn't account for Purdy needing to score 28 pts a game for them to have a shot. They will lose to teams people don't expect them to lose to again, including Darnold, who has their number. The fact is their star players are the most injury prone out of any in our division.
SEA - The expectation that Darnold can thrive in a new system with 2 new aging WRs without the offensive line he relied on in MINN is a demanding one. AZ def players must be licking their chops to get another shot at the QB they shut down for 3 quarters in a game we lost. That MINN game is gonna sting until we play Darnold again and beat him. Basically, I don't think we are getting swept by SEA this year and that really makes a difference. They have the potential to compete for the wildcard, because their defense can be very good especially vs us. But I am interested to see their new offense which apparently is going to be "run first." We had no issues getting to Darnold on MINN and we sacked Geno 6 times in SEA last year. Splitting with SEA takes away a win that their fans are starting to depend on. (Geno was 6-0)
Rams - If their Defense keeps playing like they did at the end of last year, it makes them the biggest threat. That said, Stafford vs AZ defense was pitiful in both games. Murray passed for a ton of yardage, it just didn't translate in the 2nd game with no Connor and the tipped pass off Mcbrides head. But we were literally a play away from sweeping them. I am not a fan of Davante Adams especially with how well we covered him but I expect a split between us. Stafford threw 4 less tds last year compared to 2023.
AZ - Kyler Murray should be the best overall QB in the division in terms of total TDs and many other stats. Our defense, which was improving despite injuries and lack of talent last year, added talent and depth. We still have the draft and possible more FA's I think we could add as their money options start to dry up. I really want that WR still. If we could add oline help, perhaps we could draft the best CB at 16 if we end up keeping the pick. I think that would put the division on notice more than anything else. We have the ability to be the best defense in the league and adding someone like Will Johnson would definitely help.
Why being a favorite doesn't matter:
1. It depends on Murray and the defense not collapsing in November and December.
2. SEA or Stafford can beat expectations and turn it on when it matters.
3. This group hasn't proven it can make it to the playoffs or win when it matters most.
4. This guy turns into the next Kittle and 49ers put up a bunch of pts. Seriously ????
How much does this mean for Mcbride? LOL
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AND SOMEHOW THE 49ERS MAGICALLY MAKE UP FOR THIS LACK OF DLINE AND SECONDARY.
ALSO FINDING A WAY TO PROTECT PURDY WITH NEW SUBPAR OLINEMEN.
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