Way-too-early predictions are based on enthusiasm or disillusion. I have been surprised that many posts on X, JBF, and here, have a similar feel.
Not enough data to really make an educated guess, but it makes the case that enthusiasm/expectations are really high. A lot hinges on Grizz/playcalling.
My way-too-enthusiastic feeling at the moment: 12 wins is entirely possible.
I predict the Falcons will be in destruct mod
Several people here have expressed that view. Interesting and obviously good for the Bucs if it holds true.
Last year they sort of choked away what could have been a late season win against the Commanders. Wild game
Way-too-early predictions are based on enthusiasm or disillusion. I have been surprised that many posts on X, JBF, and here, have a similar feel.
Not enough data to really make an educated guess, but it makes the case that enthusiasm/expectations are really high. A lot hinges on Grizz/playcalling.
My way-too-enthusiastic feeling at the moment: 12 wins is entirely possible.
i mean honestly other than injuries, most teams will be what they are
Aaron Rodgers is a wild card if he signs with the Saints but he wasn't great last year - reminded me of Brady his last year so doesn't move the needle for me.
appreciate we are in May but i doubt many of us will change our predictions sans something drastic occurring roster wise on the various teams
i mean honestly other than injuries, most teams will be what they are
Probably right.
There are usually a few surprises and things driven by the schedule though. For example, last season most had the Broncos as a win and so there was a lot of outrage at that loss. By season end though the Broncos are top 3 or 4 defense and finish 10-7.
The Bucs are probably fortunate (in hindsight) last season to get the Commanders early and win. And wasn't it a botched punt play that led to the Lions win?
Point is that the Bucs could have been 1-2 going into that Eagles game. Lose it and they are 1-3 and doubting themselves and then lose a bunch of players. . . season collapses.
NFL football is always a close call
i mean honestly other than injuries, most teams will be what they are
Probably right.
There are usually a few surprises and things driven by the schedule though. For example, last season most had the Broncos as a win and so there was a lot of outrage at that loss. By season end though the Broncos are top 3 or 4 defense and finish 10-7.
The Bucs are probably fortunate (in hindsight) last season to get the Commanders early and win. And wasn't it a botched punt play that led to the Lions win?
Point is that the Bucs could have been 1-2 going into that Eagles game. Lose it and they are 1-3 and doubting themselves and then lose a bunch of players. . . season collapses.
NFL football is always a close call
oh yeah don't get me wrong our predictions and what actually happens are two different things. There undoubledly will be surprise teams no one saw coming
what i am saying is having a prediction now in May versus late August wont change our outlook much, barring a preseason/training camp injury to key players
Agree that it’s not realistic to predict against teams that will look much different by the time we play. I had us losing to Payton’s Broncos because of coaching. We’re at best 8-9 to 10-7. Tough schedule. Liam made a huge difference last year.
Agree that it’s not realistic to predict against teams that will look much different by the time we play. I had us losing to Payton’s Broncos because of coaching. We’re at best 8-9 to 10-7. Tough schedule. Liam made a huge difference last year.
Falcons have one of the worst coaches in the league and we were 0-2 against them last year
i think many would argue that Nick Sirriani and John Harbaugh are better than Todd Bowles and we were 2-0 against them
a team in September can look totally different in November, is this to say per your logic, we should not make predictions?
Falcons away opener will be a bit of a statement game given last season. Unlike the prior year which was sort fof a no film/limited familiarity game, this one starts with a key division test.
Going to be another fun season, I hope!
Agree that it’s not realistic to predict against teams that will look much different by the time we play. I had us losing to Payton’s Broncos because of coaching. We’re at best 8-9 to 10-7. Tough schedule. Liam made a huge difference last year.
Falcons have one of the worst coaches in the league and we were 0-2 against them last year
i think many would argue that Nick Sirriani and John Harbaugh are better than Todd Bowles and we were 2-0 against them
a team in September can look totally different in November, is this to say per your logic, we should not make predictions?
The Bucs were 1-1 vs those coaches. They beat JIM Harbaugh.
IMHO the floor is 10 wins, the ceiling is 12 wins, so I'll go 11-6. I think there is more help for the defense on the way as they go through training camps and player releases. There is still room for LB help.
I don't even think the Slumpbusters want to sign Rodgers. They should be in total tank mode. Kellen Moore isn't planning to lose, but when it comes to the 53 players they put on the roster it's tank time. No reason to sign an aging veteran to try to pull out five wins instead of two. That's what NFL tanking is all about. Trying hard while still piling up the losses. You build a roster for the future and if you happen to end up with the first pick of the draft .... woo hoo! The Slumpbusters should have one goal - get a high pick and take the QB of the future. But don't hold your breath for Arch Manning. He may not come out.Aaron Rodgers is a wild card if he signs with the Saints
Dont the Steelers open with the Jets? :-)
@badabingbucs - I wasn’t referring to overall coaching. It was more about schemes for me. Payton vs Bowles… I’d give Payton, with his scheme, the advantage 70% of the time.
Agree that it’s not realistic to predict against teams that will look much different by the time we play. I had us losing to Payton’s Broncos because of coaching. We’re at best 8-9 to 10-7. Tough schedule. Liam made a huge difference last year.
Falcons have one of the worst coaches in the league and we were 0-2 against them last year
i think many would argue that Nick Sirriani and John Harbaugh are better than Todd Bowles and we were 2-0 against them
a team in September can look totally different in November, is this to say per your logic, we should not make predictions?
The Bucs were 1-1 vs those coaches. They beat JIM Harbaugh.
IMHO the floor is 10 wins, the ceiling is 12 wins, so I'll go 11-6. I think there is more help for the defense on the way as they go through training camps and player releases. There is still room for LB help.
damn i confused the brothers. thanks for the clarity
Falcons away opener will be a bit of a statement game given last season. Unlike the prior year which was sort fof a no film/limited familiarity game, this one starts with a key division test.
Going to be another fun season, I hope!
yeah the Falcons will be the hot pick to win division with the assumption that Penix will be the next Jayden Daniels....but i dont know, i didnt see it last year and think Bucs are the superior team.
for some reason Kirk Cousins was damn near Peyton Manning against us last year so it's hard to really judge
i think we've been like 4-2 in the division in our 5 year playoff streak so we will definitely most likely go 4-2 in the division again, although i have us at 5-1 losing our home game to ATL
Id say 10 and 7 depending on how healthy we stay.