Football After 3 Games, Predict the AFC West - Page 3

**Buck** · 09-27-2009, 11:35 PM

Current Records:

Broncos: 3-0
Chargers: 2-1
Raiders: 1-2
Chiefs: 0-3

Not at all the start many predicted.

How do you think the season is going to play out?

**The Franchise** · 09-28-2009, 09:46 AM

Chargers
Broncos
Raiders

Chiefs

Quesadilla Joe · 09-28-2009, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Mile High Mania

Stop tossing softballs like this one... and the "could have lost" game plays both ways. Sometimes you wear me out.

You really need to enjoy the Broncos more.

Mile High Mania · 09-28-2009, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by KnowMo2724

You really need to enjoy the Broncos more.

I do enjoy the Broncos quite a bit... I was a fan back in the 80s during the 3 SB losses. You were likely still crapping in your diaper during that time.

I've now seen Denver go either 4-0, 3-0 or 2-0 in 6 of the last 10 seasons.
I've seen Denver go 5-1 or 4-1 in 4 of the last 10 seasons.

Denver has made 5 trips to the playoffs during that time, with 1 win.

I've seen great starts many times recently, so while it's fine for you to be giddy right now, I'll hold back until I see a few more games. It's a new regime, new scheme and there's a lot to be excited about... I'm not taking anything away from their 3-0 record, but I've been around this block before.

Quesadilla Joe · 09-28-2009, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Mile High Mania

I do enjoy the Broncos quite a bit... I was a fan back in the 80s during the 3 SB losses. You were likely still crapping in your diaper during that time.

I've now seen Denver go either 4-0, 3-0 or 2-0 in 6 of the last 10 seasons.
I've seen Denver go 5-1 or 4-1 in 4 of the last 10 seasons.

Denver has made 5 trips to the playoffs during that time, with 1 win.

I've seen great starts many times recently, so while it's fine for you to be giddy right now, I'll hold back until I see a few more games. It's a new regime, new scheme and there's a lot to be excited about... I'm not taking anything away from their 3-0 record, but I've been around this block before.

You are right. I was too young to remember the SB losses...

This year is much different. With all of the "distractions" and all of the naysayers it says a lot about the Broncos to be 3-0 right now.

We haven't had a defense as good as this in a long time. The first half of 2006 we had a good defense, but our offense couldn't move the ball and the defense was on the field so long they started getting injured. We can actually move the ball this year and the offense keeps getting better every week.

This is the best team we have had in a long time, definitely the best team we have had in the past three years. I think we are good enough to beat any team in the league.

We most likely won't win the SB this year so the end of the season is going to suck. Being so objective all of the time keeps you from enjoying the team when they are doing well.

Mile High Mania · 09-28-2009, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by KnowMo2724

You are right. I was too young to remember the SB losses...

This year is much different. With all of the "distractions" and all of the naysayers it says a lot about the Broncos to be 3-0 right now.

We haven't had a defense as good as this in a long time. The first half of 2006 we had a good defense, but our offense couldn't move the ball and the defense was on the field so long they started getting injured. We can actually move the ball this year and the offense keeps getting better every week.

This is the best team we have had in a long time, definitely the best team we have had in the past three years. I think we are good enough to beat any team in the league.

We most likely won't win the SB this year so the end of the season is going to suck. Being so objective all of the time keeps you from enjoying the team when they are doing well.

As if you know... seriously, don't worry about my enjoyment with the team's 3-0 record. I'm very happy right now, but I've played the role of 'blind fan' before and I've learned to temper my over-enthusiasm in times like this ... it's a long season.

The thing with being 'objective' is that the wins are not any less sweet, but the losses don't rip your heart out as much. It takes time to learn that... took me about 15 years.

In 2004, 2005 and 2006 ... the Broncos started 5-1 in each of those seasons. In 2005 and 2006, those teams started 5-1 and ended 13-3 and 9-7 resepctively... 10 of the 12 teams they played to start each of those seasons finished with winning records. So, they were "tested" early and proved to be pretty good teams down the stretch.

The 2005 season was the best in recent memory... they started 5-1 against 6 teams that had great years, ending 13-3 with a loss in the AFCW title game. It's been a struggle ever since that year.

We'll see how it all unfolds...

RJ · 09-28-2009, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by TinyEvel

This is like asking whether I'd rather have shit in my hair or piss in my ears.

Well, which is it?

Kylo Ren · 09-28-2009, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by BuckinKaeding

Current Records:

Broncos: 3-0
Chargers: 2-1
Raiders: 1-2
Chiefs: 0-3

Not at all the start many predicted.

How do you think the season is going to play out?

Chargers: 8 - 8
Denver: 5 - 11
Chiefs: 3 - 13
Raiders: 2 - 14

RJ · 09-28-2009, 10:33 AM

Chargers will win the division, Broncos regretting the game they lost at KC that cost them a playoff berth.

Stinger · 09-28-2009, 11:01 AM

Chargers 9-7
Bronxs 6 -10
Raiders 2-14
Chiefs 2-14

gcbroncos · 09-28-2009, 11:14 AM

u guys are so focused on who Denver has beaten that you're missing the obvious...

San Diego has only beaten the 0-3 Dolphins and 1-2 Raiders (barely)...thats 1 combined win...while we have beaten opponents with combined 3 wins...

San Diego is a fraud...if you're paying attention you'll see i'm right...

their defense sucked last year and they suck again...they can't pressure the QB and they don't stop the run...plus they don't run the ball...you don't win in this league if you can't run the ball and stop the run...

chargers in 06 = 14-2
chargers in 07 = 11-5
chargers in 08 = 8-8

this is not by accident...they get worse every year...their window is closing and Norv turner is the main reason...

Mama Hip Rockets · 09-28-2009, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by TinyEvel

This is like asking whether I'd rather have shit in my hair or piss in my ears.

Mama Hip Rockets · 09-28-2009, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by gcbroncos

u guys are so focused on who Denver has beaten that you're missing the obvious...

San Diego has only beaten the 0-3 Dolphins and 1-2 Raiders (barely)...thats 1 combined win...while we have beaten opponents with combined 3 wins...

San Diego is a fraud...if you're paying attention you'll see i'm right...

their defense sucked last year and they suck again...they can't pressure the QB and they don't stop the run...plus they don't run the ball...you don't win in this league if you can't run the ball and stop the run...

chargers in 06 = 14-2
chargers in 07 = 11-5
chargers in 08 = 8-8

this is not by accident...they get worse every year...their window is closing and Norv turner is the main reason...

the chargers and broncos both suck. whoever wins the division will get beaten to a bloody pulp in the first round of the playoffs.

**Mr. Flopnuts** · 09-28-2009, 11:17 AM

Chargers 8-8
Broncos 5-11
Raiders 3-13
Chiefs 3-13

JD10367 · 09-28-2009, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by BuckinKaeding

Current Records:

Broncos: 3-0
Chargers: 2-1
Raiders: 1-2
Chiefs: 0-3

Not at all the start many predicted.

How do you think the season is going to play out?

It's not that far off what people expected. Without a lucky bounce in the first game, Denver is 2-1, and most people figured 1-2. Chiefs and Raiders might've switched records if KC could've gotten the job done against them (they certainly out-statted them).

I still think the Chargers will win the division, although their injuries will make it more difficult. The rest will battle for .500, and even with their 3-0 start I'd be shocked if the Broncos finish above 9-7. Chiefs have a weak second-half and can easily straighten out and make a run towards 8-8 as well. Oakland will probably bring up the rear with only 4 or 5 wins.

Mile High Mania · 09-28-2009, 11:23 AM

Since Denver has 3 wins... I'll give an updated "worst case". Previously, I believe I was in the 4-5 win category on the season.

The very winnable games for Denver are Redskins, Chiefs in Denver, Oakland in Denver. I would have no reservations saying those are games that Denver should win based on what we've seen in the first 3 weeks.

So, there are 6 wins... this is my new "worst case" scenario.

I think Denver can beat either Dallas or possibly NE, both are in Denver and they're not playing all that great right now. Steelers have issues, but in no way do I really think they'll beat all 3 or possibly even 2 of those 3, but 1... yes.

So, there are 7 wins... this is my cautiously optimistic scenario.

@ KC and SD in Denver... these are the swing games to me that would get Denver to 8 or 9 wins.

That's about as "wild" as I will get at this point... but, it's way too early.

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gcbroncos Starter Join Date: Nov 2005 Casino cash: $10004900	u guys are so focused on who Denver has beaten that you're missing the obvious... San Diego has only beaten the 0-3 Dolphins and 1-2 Raiders (barely)...thats 1 combined win...while we have beaten opponents with combined 3 wins... San Diego is a fraud...if you're paying attention you'll see i'm right... their defense sucked last year and they suck again...they can't pressure the QB and they don't stop the run...plus they don't run the ball...you don't win in this league if you can't run the ball and stop the run... chargers in 06 = 14-2 chargers in 07 = 11-5 chargers in 08 = 8-8 this is not by accident...they get worse every year...their window is closing and Norv turner is the main reason... __________________
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Mile High Mania #triggering Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Tejas Casino cash: $837229	Since Denver has 3 wins... I'll give an updated "worst case". Previously, I believe I was in the 4-5 win category on the season. The very winnable games for Denver are Redskins, Chiefs in Denver, Oakland in Denver. I would have no reservations saying those are games that Denver should win based on what we've seen in the first 3 weeks. So, there are 6 wins... this is my new "worst case" scenario. I think Denver can beat either Dallas or possibly NE, both are in Denver and they're not playing all that great right now. Steelers have issues, but in no way do I really think they'll beat all 3 or possibly even 2 of those 3, but 1... yes. So, there are 7 wins... this is my cautiously optimistic scenario. @ KC and SD in Denver... these are the swing games to me that would get Denver to 8 or 9 wins. That's about as "wild" as I will get at this point... but, it's way too early. __________________
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