The MLB season is nearing the stretch run, and the front offices for each team have big decisions looming. There’s still a long way to go in a season that’s a marathon, not a sprint. With that said, it’s these opinions we formulate that help us to build the foundation of a profitable final quarter.
The Tennessee Titans enter the 2014 season a little under the radar – they went 7-9 last season with a backup quarterback and a running back that didn’t seem to care.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers enter the 2014 season as a sexy pick to become the most improved team in the league – not only did they steal Head Coach Lovie Smith but they also signed veteran quarterback Josh McCown to solidify what had been a quarterback situation that has long been a problem for the team.
The San Diego Chargers exorcised a lot of demons last season – actually winning a few games in December en route to a 9-7 record, a playoff berth and a first round playoff win over the Cincinnati Bengals.
The Washington Redskins enter the 2014-2015 season full of promise yet again, with a new coach and a few new weapons in town. The question is – are they good enough to reach the playoffs and erase the memory of a miserable 3-13 2013 season.
The Pittsburgh Steelers head into the 2014 season looking to rebound from what was viewed as a disappointing 8-8 season last year – their second straight .500 season.
Well, it is going to be difficult to replicate the drama of last week but the PGA pros head of North Carolina this week to play the 2014 Wyndham Championship – the last chance for many to maintain their TOUR cards for the 2014-2015.
Saints Ready To Contend With The Best In The NFC In 2014
The New Orleans Saints have been perennial contenders under head coach Sean Payton. That was the case again a year ago when the Saints followed up Bountygate with a run to the NFC Divisional round in Payton’s return from a one-year suspension.
Buccaneers Will Compete For Playoff Spot In First Year Under Lovie Smith
The 2014 season will mark the beginning of a new era for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. It’s more of a reset than a rebuild.
49ers’ Super Bowl Expectations Hinge On Kaepernick’s Development
The San Francisco 49ers have ranked among the best teams in the NFL in each of the past three seasons but haven’t been able to get the job done on the biggest stage.
Rams Ready To Post Winning Record After Decade Of Losing
The St. Louis Rams have gone 10-straight seasons without posting a winning record. They are finally set to break through in 2014.
Seahawks Will Lean On 12th Man As They Attempt To Defend Super Bowl Crown
The Seattle Seahawks are coming off the most impressive season in franchise history after posting a 13-3 record and making a playoff run that culminated with the team’s first Super Bowl win.
Cardinals Will Take A Step Back In Year Two Under Arians
The Arizona Cardinals went 10-6 in their first year under head coach Bruce Arians but finished third in their division and failed to make the playoffs.
After winning a Super Bowl just two years ago, QB Joe Flacco and his Ravens regressed in 2013. An 8-8 season and finishing third in the AFC North division was not palatable to general manager Ozzie Newsome and the Maryland faithful.
Everything went wrong last season for the Atlanta Falcons, who were mired in a 4-12 disaster thanks in large part to injuries and a corresponding lack of depth.
Being such a talented team, boy are the Arizona Cardinals cursed that they play in the NFC West division. Going to war against the reigning Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks, perennial NFC contender San Francisco 49ers and the rapidly-congealing St. Louis Rams can’t be much fun.
