So five games left, and its clear as mud

[j_y19]

Actually it asnt a shock. Behind that O-line it was almost assumed Zeke would be a dominant player provided he didnt get injured and the line itself stayed healthy.

As for DAK, we have seen this quite a few times actually. He is doing now what Russell Wilson did a few years back, and what RG3 did for that matter.... ride the running game and take what the defense gives you if and when you decide to pass the ball. I think it works, and continues to work for DAK as long as the offense can get ahead fast, or at a minimum keep it close. It will be interesting to see what he does if he is ever forced to come from behind by say two scores with little time left.

This^^^^^. Make no mistake, Dallas is as successful as they are because they have a dominant OL and can run the ball at will on almost every defense. Dak has been impressive, but he really isn't asked to do too much. To his credit, when he does have to deliver, he usually does with minimal mistakes. Now if he was asked to throw the ball 30+ times a game and come from behind, we might see a different player and different results. But until someone can shut down their running attack, we won't really know.

 

[deanpet21]

This^^^^^. Make no mistake, Dallas is as successful as they are because they have a dominant OL and can run the ball at will on almost every defense. Dak has been impressive, but he really isn't asked to do too much. To his credit, when he does have to deliver, he usually does with minimal mistakes. Now if he was asked to throw the ball 30+ times a game and come from behind, we might see a different player and different results. But until someone can shut down their running attack, we won't really know.

Actually he is throwing the ball 30 times a game. What is crazy is that he only has 2 INTs on the year. That is crazy for a rookie 4th rounder. I do agree his running game and always being ahead helps him out.

 

[SoCalWizFan]

I was looking at the overall rosters. Others agreed we have the best talent on offense. It was just a shock that Dak and Elliot are doing what they are doing. KC has the best talent around him in the division. That is not a homer statement its just fact.

In August no predicted that Dak and Elliot would do this. Of course the Romo injury mattered in August. History shouldn't mean anything b/c team rosters change every year and injuries should have a factor. People were betting against us b/c of our schedule not our talent.

Everyone thought in August that the Panthers, Cards, and Pack would be the top three teams in the NFC.

So the defense and the running game (at the time - getting better now) don't really matter? Those were (& for the defense still are) major concerns for this team. The defense did just well enough last offseason, but a lot of that was due to the inferior competition.

Again - Cousins was no lock at the time - there were still concerns since there have been a ton of 1 year wonders in the NFL (again not saying that Cousins would fail - just that there was a risk). Fortunately - Cousins proved himself big time, but you can't just look at this in hindsight.

 

[deanpet21]

So the defense and the running game (at the time - getting better now) don't really matter? Those were (& for the defense still are) major concerns for this team. The defense did just well enough last offseason, but a lot of that was due to the inferior competition.

Again - Cousins was no lock at the time - there were still concerns since there have been a ton of 1 year wonders in the NFL (again not saying that Cousins would fail - just that there was a risk). Fortunately - Cousins proved himself big time, but you can't just look at this in hindsight.

With the Norman signing that put a lot of defensives worries to bed. Teams with bad run defenses have succeeded in the league. My belief and many others believe that there was too much talent around KC to fail.

 

[Kevin12773]

That is your definition. Not sure Webster's would define it as such.

You forget his is the only definition/opinion that matters here

 

[deanpet21]

You forget his is the only definition/opinion that matters here

What is your definition of backing into the playoffs? I'd love to hear this.

 

[j_y19]

You forget his is the only definition/opinion that matters here

Actually, I have no issue with Dean's, or anyone else's, opinion on here. The issues arise when he tries to pass his opinion on as fact by touting some blogger or other fan that happens to agree with him.

 

[j_y19]

What is your definition of backing into the playoffs? I'd love to hear this.

Well, one could say that you back in when you win it by default. The other competitors didn't show up.

 

[deanpet21]

Well, one could say that you back in when you win it by default. The other competitors didn't show up.

But we didn't win by default we had to beat the Eagles to win the NFC East. Nothing was given to us. Backing in the playoffs usually means losing your last three games and still making the playoffs.

 

[j_y19]

But we didn't win by default we had to beat the Eagles to win the NFC East. Nothing was given to us. Backing in the playoffs usually means losing your last three games and still making the playoffs.

Really? You want to argue over one's definition of backing into the playoffs? Really???

 

[deanpet21]

Really? You want to argue over one's definition of backing into the playoffs? Really???

How can backing in be the same as wining?

 

[j_y19]

How can backing in be the same as wining?

 

[deanpet21]

that is what you are saying.

 

[Breed]

I was looking at the overall rosters. Others agreed we have the best talent on offense. It was just a shock that Dak and Elliot are doing what they are doing. KC has the best talent around him in the division. That is not a homer statement its just fact.

In August no predicted that Dak and Elliot would do this. Of course the Romo injury mattered in August. History shouldn't mean anything b/c team rosters change every year and injuries should have a factor. People were betting against us b/c of our schedule not our talent.

Everyone thought in August that the Panthers, Cards, and Pack would be the top three teams in the NFC.

Its an opinion, homey. That's all. Not a bad one, but still just an opinion.

 

[kbso83432]

A Kansas City win over Atlanta could prove valuable if Tampa stays hot. Got my pom poms ready for the:
Chiefs
Texans
Steelers
Bengals
Patriots

Chargers (A Tampa win combined with a Skins loss in AZ and we no longer control our own destiny)

Seahawks (want the Panthers planning vacation spots by the time they get to us)

Lions (kinda want them to win their division, want another shot at them)