View Full Version : Football At the halfway point of 2018, who is the best team in the NFL?
Time for our annual midseason poll. As we reach week 9, who is the best team in the NFL? Poll coming.
POND_OF_RED
10-29-2018, 09:52 PM
The Rams until someone can prove otherwise. Hope that can be us in a few weeks.
Pasta Little Brioni
10-29-2018, 09:53 PM
Lambs
Chiefs
Pats
Aints
jjchieffan
10-29-2018, 09:54 PM
Does it always take a while for you to get your poll up? We're waiting. :)
htismaqe
10-29-2018, 09:54 PM
The Rams haven't played the competition that the Chiefs have, IMO.
Simply Red
10-29-2018, 09:55 PM
KC MO - O - OH!
Its a tie between the Chiefs, Rams, and Saints.
jjchieffan
10-29-2018, 09:58 PM
I don't know. I want to say Chiefs, but the defense just won't let me. Hard to say they're better than the Pats when they lost to them. The Rams are solid in offense and on defense. They may have faced an easier schedule so far, but I think that I have to say the Rams right now.
big nasty kcnut
10-29-2018, 09:59 PM
Chiefs it's a no brainer! Next question.
Rasputin
10-29-2018, 10:01 PM
The Rams haven't played the competition that the Chiefs have, IMO.
This our first 3 out of 4 games were on the road. I think the Patriots game did us more good in the loss makes us humble and hungry to thrive and makes us a better team down the stretch.
Denver defense was tough as nails and our offense could carve them like pumpkins.
Our defense may not be the best but with Dee Ford getting pressure he creates opportunity for others to make plays. We have up and coming defensive players that are just going get better we need them.
I don't believe in the Rams based on their SOS. They've played some talent-challenged rosters. We should have beaten the Pats in their house. I'd say that it's a coin flip between us and the Saints and we won't really know until we meet them in the Super Bowl.
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carcosa
10-29-2018, 10:27 PM
My favorite team, the Chiefs!
Pasta Little Brioni
10-29-2018, 10:28 PM
Hard to argue against KC
AT LAC convincing win
AT PITT convincing win
AT NE 0 penalty bullshit, lose at the gun
that's tougher than anything anyone else has faced
Rasputin
10-29-2018, 10:29 PM
Name a better quarterback than Patrick Mahomes II right meow
Rain Man
10-29-2018, 10:31 PM
Name a better quarterback than Patrick Mahomes II right meow
This is a purr-fect answer.
Katie
10-29-2018, 10:33 PM
We have the better QB but our defense will hold us back this year.
Rain Man
10-29-2018, 10:36 PM
We have the better QB but our defense will hold us back this year.
Do you feline play is the problem, or the back seven?
Katie
10-29-2018, 10:45 PM
Tackling all around is a problem, we can't stop the run. That is going to hurt us in the play offs.
Fuck the Rams. We are going to expose the pimples on their asses.
Why Not?
10-29-2018, 10:49 PM
I don't believe in the Rams based on their SOS. They've played some talent-challenged rosters. We should have beaten the Pats in their house. I'd say that it's a coin flip between us and the Saints and we won't really know until we meet them in the Super Bowl.
FAX
I'm not seeing a whole lot of difference between the teams we've beat and the teams they've beat. A couple of common wins against crap teams like Denver and SF. Both have beat the Chargers. Steelers probably a little better than GB. Cinci and Seattle and/or Minnesota probably a push. We have a close road loss to probably the best opponent between the two teams, but they're undefeated so I give an edge to LA.
kjwood75nro
10-29-2018, 10:49 PM
Do you feline play is the problem, or the back seven?Whose puns are worse...yours?
Ermine?
Katie
10-29-2018, 10:50 PM
Maybe, but they're going to put up big yards on the ground.
Rain Man
10-29-2018, 10:55 PM
Whose puns are worse...yours?
Ermine?
I bow before you. Yours appear tabby superior.
I'm not seeing a whole lot of difference between the teams we've beat and the teams they've beat. A couple of common wins against crap teams like Denver and SF. Both have beat the Chargers. Steelers probably a little better than GB. Cinci and Seattle and/or Minnesota probably a push. We have a close road loss to probably the best opponent between the two teams, but they're undefeated so I give an edge to LA.
Raiders? Cards?
Trade me those for the Pats and Steelers (both away) and I'll agree with you.
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Easy 6
10-29-2018, 11:11 PM
The old truism is you are what your record says you are
So thats fine and all, but in the ultimate duel who ya got
Goff or Mahomes?
Titty Meat
10-29-2018, 11:12 PM
Rams
Rasputin
10-29-2018, 11:14 PM
The old truism is you are what your record says you are
So thats fine and all, but in the ultimate duel who ya got
Goff or Mahomes?
Mahomes can beat you left handed :)
Name a better quarterback than Patrick Mahomes II right meow
"Just wait until after week 4, week 6, week 7, a full season, that's when teams have enough tape on him." - people that don't understand
Why Not?
10-30-2018, 12:33 AM
Raiders? Cards?
Trade me those for the Pats and Steelers (both away) and I'll agree with you.
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They certainly have the two least impressive wins in regards to the Raiders and the Cards. As a matter of fact, they have the 3 least impressive wins since the 49ers they beat were considerably worse than the 49ers we beat. I'm trying to look at it in an almost Olympic-ish scoring manner. In other words, eliminate wins against crappy teams(49ers, Broncos, Raiders)and focus on the decent to good teams both have beaten. To me, that's close to a push. The fact the Rams are undefeated gives them a slight edge in my mind. But it's all moot because this question willl be answered Sunday. If the Rams beat the Saints in NOLA, only the most homeristic amongst us would say they aren't the best team in the NFL currently. If what I think will happen, happens then both teams are 8-1 and just need to hold serve until 11/19 when it can really be settled at least in terms of the regular season.
To be noted: I'm only trying to look at it as impartially as possible for shits and giggle and discussion sake. Fuck the Rams. Hope we beat them 49-2.
KC MO - O - OH!
When I say Tech, you say N9ne
TwistedChief
10-30-2018, 02:43 AM
Because Mahomes.
Coochie liquor
10-30-2018, 02:50 AM
The Rams haven't played the competition that the Chiefs have, IMO.
This is how I feel also. I know while we were on the road for 4 of 7, the Lambs were busy not leaving the their home state for the first 4 games.
IUsedToBeATightEnd
10-30-2018, 05:38 AM
It's not only the teams you beat but HOW you beat them - and how you loose. Agree the defense holds us back but we definitely have an edge on the offense. Tough call, still I think we've got an edge.
These Rams do not impress me. I'm more concerned the Pats.
crayzkirk
10-30-2018, 06:15 AM
Heart says Chiefs, Head says Saints. Their defense is playing really well. The Sparklers and Cheatriots are close behind the Rams and Chiefs as well. Don't sleep on the Squealers either. Lots of good teams out there. Just wish the AFC Least would get it's act together and field some sort of competition. I am so tired of the Patriots... And their fans...
Deberg_1990
10-30-2018, 06:36 AM
Name a better quarterback than Patrick Mahomes II right meow
Andrew Luck maybe?
Slight edge to Mahomes
Dartgod
10-30-2018, 06:56 AM
I see the Redskins got a vote. Sandy or a Tigger mult?
crispystl
10-30-2018, 07:54 AM
Do you feline play is the problem, or the back seven?The back seven. The entire kitten caboodle
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scho63
10-30-2018, 08:26 AM
1. Rams
2. Chiefs
3. Patriots
4. New Orleans
5. (tie) Chargers and Panthers
6-32. Everyone else
redfan
10-30-2018, 08:28 AM
Give it to the Rams, let them have the pressure of being "Number 1".
Mama Hip Rockets
10-30-2018, 08:38 AM
Who voted for Washington? LOL
Iconic
10-30-2018, 08:41 AM
Rams aren't better than us fuck this poll. Barely squeaked by the Packers and will get their shit pushed in by Brees.
Mama Hip Rockets
10-30-2018, 08:41 AM
Andrew Luck maybe?
Slight edge to Mahomes
Mahomes is worlds better than Andrew Luck. Not even close.
St. Patty's Fire
10-30-2018, 08:43 AM
Yeah, I’m a homer. Chiefs for me. Mainly because Mahomes >>>> Goff and the Rams defense being overrated.
St. Patty's Fire
10-30-2018, 08:44 AM
Also would take the Saints over the Rams tbh
I think the Saints defense is gonna keep getting better as the season goes on
They’re the team that worries me the most
O.city
10-30-2018, 08:46 AM
Can make a case for the top 4. Rams haven't lost, so by default I guess.
I'd go with the Saints. Now that they've got that running game going and the defense is turning back around, they're tough.
Zebedee DuBois
10-30-2018, 08:47 AM
8-0 is better than 7-1.
Once KC and the Rams have identical records, the head to head result will determine the better team.
Go KC!
Tribal Warfare
10-30-2018, 08:52 AM
If you don't say KC you should be slapped with baby powder on the hand.
Everyone should be a True Fan now. it should be so infectious the motherfucking CDC will say fuck it.
The Chiefs winning and the Mahomes Effect will extend your life.
You are what your record says you are. But you are also what your schedule says you are.
Ergo, the Rambs are no better than us. They are worser. As for the Saints, who actually knows? We need to play them to find out.
At this point, we match up well with anybody's defense (including those two teams). If the defense can just improve a little bit, we have a legitimate shot to run the table.
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lawrenceRaider
10-30-2018, 09:46 AM
Chiefs are the best team in the NFL right now. I've watched the Rams a few times and they just don't impress me all that much. Unless KC has no answer for Donald, Chiefs win by 10.
lcarus
10-30-2018, 10:03 AM
If you don't say KC you should be slapped with baby powder on the hand.
Everyone should be a True Fan now. it should be so infectious the motherfucking CDC will say fuck it.
The Chiefs winning and the Mahomes Effect will extend your life.
My brain told me to pick St. Louis. My heart made me pick Kansas City.
htismaqe
10-30-2018, 10:04 AM
My brain told me to pick St. Louis. My heart made me pick Kansas City.
Your brain should look at the Rams' schedule. :D
scho63
10-30-2018, 10:09 AM
Chiefs are the best team in the NFL right now. I've watched the Rams a few times and they just don't impress me all that much. Unless KC has no answer for Donald, Chiefs win by 10.
I'm much more worried about Todd Gurley. :shake:
lawrenceRaider
10-30-2018, 10:12 AM
I'm much more worried about Todd Gurley. :shake:
Providing the Chiefs score like they usually do, Gurley's damage will be mitigated.
saphojunkie
10-30-2018, 10:52 AM
I mean, right now? Rams just beat Aaron Rodgers. They have the #1 total offense and we have the #2. Flip those for scoring offense.
But they have the 8th scoring and 15th total defense.
We are 23rd and 31st, respectively.
Chris Meck
10-30-2018, 11:04 AM
I vote Rams because they have a defense. Also, we're a fucking MASH unit right now.
I mean, right now? Rams just beat Aaron Rodgers. They have the #1 total offense and we have the #2. Flip those for scoring offense.
But they have the 8th scoring and 15th total defense.
We are 23rd and 31st, respectively.
Actually, the argument could be made that the Packers' third-string RB beat Aaron Rogers.
No way in hell does Rogers not move the ball 40 yards to set up the winning FG in that situation.
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RaidersOftheCellar
10-30-2018, 11:39 AM
Can't just look at the sum of the parts.
I think the Chiefs' offense is considerably harder to stop than the Rams'. And the defense can get situational stops.
Hydrae
10-30-2018, 11:41 AM
Look at it this way:
Current playoff teams:
AFC:
KC
NE
Pittsburgh
Houston
WC:
LAC
Cincinnati
NFC:
LAR
NO
Washington
Chicago
WC:
Carolina
Seattle
We have played 4 of these teams and won 3. (LAC (A), Pitt (A), Cincinnati (H), NE (A) :cuss: )
LA Rams have played 2 of these teams and won both (LAC (H), Seattle (A))
I fall on the S.O.S. side of the equation and truly feel that the Chiefs are the better team. Week 11 will tell the story.
CoMoChief
10-30-2018, 11:46 AM
Rams are a more complete team and they've yet to lose.
Gotta go w/ them at the moment by default.
And all of this could change in a couple weeks.
Tribal Warfare
10-30-2018, 01:18 PM
My brain told me to pick St. Louis. My heart made me pick Kansas City.
No joke, after the GB game ( I heard about it because I was at the Broncos game) I believe KC will beat the Rams.
Rain Man
10-30-2018, 02:08 PM
The Rams' cornerbacks don't tackle. Well, maybe one does.
ptlyon
10-30-2018, 02:14 PM
IT'S THE RAMS! BECAUSE WE DIDN'T TRADE FOR ANY DEFENSIVE PERSON OF ANY KIND PRIOR TO THE TRADE DEADLINE!
WOE IS ME!!!
Randallflagg
10-30-2018, 05:51 PM
I only voted Rams simply due to their current record.....no other reason.
Rausch
10-30-2018, 06:05 PM
IT'S THE RAMS! BECAUSE WE DIDN'T TRADE FOR ANY DEFENSIVE PERSON OF ANY KIND PRIOR TO THE TRADE DEADLINE!
It's the Rams because they have the fewest weaknesses of any team in the NFL...
Clyde Frog
10-30-2018, 06:20 PM
Butt Rammers until they lose.
lawrenceRaider
11-20-2018, 07:10 AM
Chiefs are the best team in the NFL right now. I've watched the Rams a few times and they just don't impress me all that much. Unless KC has no answer for Donald, Chiefs win by 10.
Considering Donald was a 14 point swing in this game, I think I got it right.
lawrenceRaider
11-20-2018, 07:11 AM
Providing the Chiefs score like they usually do, Gurley's damage will be mitigated.
Got this one right as well.
We would have beaten the Rams and Pats at home. The Chiefs are the best.
lawrenceRaider
11-20-2018, 07:17 AM
We would have beaten the Rams and Pats at home. The Chiefs are the best.
I agree, except maybe the Saints. Refs helped the Rams a ton last night.
Titty Meat
11-20-2018, 08:59 AM
Saints
siberian khatru
11-20-2018, 09:00 AM
I voted Rams at the time, but I'd say Saints now.
I'd put the Chiefs second.
O.city
11-20-2018, 09:04 AM
Saints probably.
I'd say the Chiefs Saints and Rams are in a tier above everyone at this point.
scho63
11-20-2018, 09:47 AM
1. Saints
2. (Tie) Chiefs and Rams
Mile High Mania
11-20-2018, 10:19 AM
I'll say this... love watching games like last night. I'll never change fan affilliation, but if this year's SB is KC vs Rams or Saints, we're in for a treat. That's all I care to see quite honestly. I'm sure BlackOp and some others are already preparing the talk tracks about the league gifting Brees anothre ring before he leaves, just in case. :-)
Over Yonder
11-20-2018, 12:06 PM
Saints
Yea. At this point, there is little room for discussion. They just took the Super Bowl champs to the wood shed. And just recently convincingly handled the Rams. They are the best right now.
RaidersOftheCellar
11-20-2018, 01:02 PM
The Saints are a machine offensively right now. Everything they do seems to work and they rarely stumble. The Chiefs obviously have a highly productive offense too, but it seems like they have to fight and scrape a littler harder than the Saints and are more mistake-prone. Due to a weaker line, less consistent running game, Brees's experience, etc.
The Saints probably have a slight edge on defense too.
That doesn't mean KC couldn't beat them in the Superbowl. Mahomes would keep the Chiefs in it, and it would probably be a similar game to this one with turnovers being the difference.
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