A team-by-team look at the 2007 (NFC East only)
A team-by-team look at the 2007 NFC
By Barry Wilner the associated press
How the NFC divisions stack up this season, with projected record in parentheses:
NFC EAST
Philadelphia Eagles (10-6)
Strengths: If healthy, Donovan McNabb is the NFC's best quarterback. RB Brian Westbrook is as versatile as they come, and the offensive line is dependable. New LB Takeo Spikes and a strong secondary lead the defense, and Andy Reid is a fine coach.
Weaknesses: Where will the pass rush come from; the Eagles need to blitz too often to get pressure. Someone must emerge as the No. 1 receiver.
Dallas Cowboys (10-6, wild card)
Strengths: RB duo of Julius Jones-Marion Barber is first-rate, as is receiving corps. QB Tony Romo appears to be rising star. Look for big years from LBs DeMarcus Ware and Akin Ayodele, S Roy Williams and TE Jason Witten.
Weaknesses: New coach Wade Phillips has a mediocre record as head man. Offensive line is not as steady as it has been. CB Terence Newman has been plagued by foot injury. Expectations might be a bit too high in Big D.
Washington Redskins (7-9)
Strengths: RBs Clinton Portis and Ladell Betts are almost as good as the Jones-Barber combo in Dallas. The defense will hit hard, led by LB Marcus Washington and safeties Sean Taylor and rookie LaRon Landry.
Weaknesses: That secondary doesn't cover very well, though, and the front four must bring more pressure. Young QB Jason Campbell will have growing pains, and the OL is unpredictable, although addition of G Pete Kendall helps.
New York Giants (7-9)
Strengths: DE Osi Umenyiora could become a special pass rusher. The receiving corps of TE Jeremy Shockey and WRs Plaxico Burress and Amani Toomer (if he recovers fully from knee injury) can dominate games.
Weaknesses: The defense is suspect, particularly the secondary. The offensive line is in flux, although G Chris Snee is a comer. Injuries in preseason piled up. DE Michael Strahan held out until Labor Day.
By Barry Wilner the associated press
How the NFC divisions stack up this season, with projected record in parentheses:
NFC EAST
Philadelphia Eagles (10-6)
Strengths: If healthy, Donovan McNabb is the NFC's best quarterback. RB Brian Westbrook is as versatile as they come, and the offensive line is dependable. New LB Takeo Spikes and a strong secondary lead the defense, and Andy Reid is a fine coach.
Weaknesses: Where will the pass rush come from; the Eagles need to blitz too often to get pressure. Someone must emerge as the No. 1 receiver.
Dallas Cowboys (10-6, wild card)
Strengths: RB duo of Julius Jones-Marion Barber is first-rate, as is receiving corps. QB Tony Romo appears to be rising star. Look for big years from LBs DeMarcus Ware and Akin Ayodele, S Roy Williams and TE Jason Witten.
Weaknesses: New coach Wade Phillips has a mediocre record as head man. Offensive line is not as steady as it has been. CB Terence Newman has been plagued by foot injury. Expectations might be a bit too high in Big D.
Washington Redskins (7-9)
Strengths: RBs Clinton Portis and Ladell Betts are almost as good as the Jones-Barber combo in Dallas. The defense will hit hard, led by LB Marcus Washington and safeties Sean Taylor and rookie LaRon Landry.
Weaknesses: That secondary doesn't cover very well, though, and the front four must bring more pressure. Young QB Jason Campbell will have growing pains, and the OL is unpredictable, although addition of G Pete Kendall helps.
New York Giants (7-9)
Strengths: DE Osi Umenyiora could become a special pass rusher. The receiving corps of TE Jeremy Shockey and WRs Plaxico Burress and Amani Toomer (if he recovers fully from knee injury) can dominate games.
Weaknesses: The defense is suspect, particularly the secondary. The offensive line is in flux, although G Chris Snee is a comer. Injuries in preseason piled up. DE Michael Strahan held out until Labor Day.
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