{"id":507,"date":"2018-01-07T23:23:44","date_gmt":"2018-01-07T23:23:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/draftinsiders.com\/DraftInsiders\/?p=507"},"modified":"2018-01-30T23:27:53","modified_gmt":"2018-01-30T23:27:53","slug":"nfl-power-poll-nfl-power-poll-patriots-vikings-clinch-divisional-titles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/draftinsiders.com\/DraftInsiders\/nfl-power-poll-nfl-power-poll-patriots-vikings-clinch-divisional-titles\/","title":{"rendered":"NFL Power Poll \u2013 NFL Power Poll – Patriots & Vikings Clinch Divisional Titles"},"content":{"rendered":"

NFL Power Poll – Week 16<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

NFL Power Poll – Patriots & Vikings Clinch Divisional Titles<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Team of the Week – Rams<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Players of the Week
\nOffense – RB Todd Gurley – Rams
\nDefense – DE Calais Campbell – Jaguars<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Rookie of Week – RB Kareem Hunt – Chiefs<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Photo – RB Todd Gurley – Rams<\/em><\/strong>
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\nGame of Week #16
\nAtlanta Falcons (9-5) at New Orleans Saints (10-4)
\nNFC South Matchup with Divisional Title and Home Field Advantage in Playoffs on the line<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

NFL Ranking \/Record \/Team<\/em><\/strong>
\n#1- 12-2 Eagles<\/em><\/strong>
\nBackup QB Nick Foles threw for 4 TDs vs GMen to clinch NFC East.
\n#2 – 11-3 Patriots<\/em><\/strong>
\nPats magic has no end with last minute victory over the Steelers that may earn AFC home field advantage one more time.
\n#3 – 11-3 Steelers<\/em><\/strong>
\nSteelers\u2019 were robbed by insane receiving rule vs the Pats.
\n#4 – 10-4 Rams<\/em><\/strong>
\nRams\u2019 pounded the Seahawks last week to take command in the NFC West division.
\n#5 – 11-3 Vikings<\/em><\/strong>
\nVikings keep rolling behind QB Case Keenum to earned playoffs with NFC North title on the line this Saturday.
\n#6 – 10-4 Saints<\/em><\/strong>
\nSaints\u2019 host the Falcons in huge NFC South matchup with divisional title and wild card playoffs in the balance.
\n#7 – 10-4 Panthers<\/em><\/strong>
\nPanthers continue to quietly win and host the Bucs with the NFC South leadership on the line.
\n#8 – 9-5 Falcons<\/em><\/strong>
\nFalcons are hitting stride, but must go into New Orleans and win vs QB Drew Brees. NFC South can produce three playoff clubs this year with key late season matchups.
\n#9 – 10-4 Jaguars<\/em><\/strong>
\nJaguars\u2019 jumped on the punchless Texans to clinch their first playoff spot in a decade. They can clinch AFC South title with a victory in San Francisco this Sunday.
\n#10 – 8-6 Ravens<\/em><\/strong>
\nRavens have a soft two games remaining in the Colts and Bengals that gives them the edge for the final AFC playoff spot.
\n#11 – 8-6 Chiefs<\/em><\/strong>
\nChiefs were impressive in their win over the Chargers Saturday night. They control their destiny with Dolphins and Broncos remaining on the schedule.
\n#12 – 8-6 Cowboys<\/em><\/strong>
\nBoys beat a battered Giant club. Host the Seahawks with both clubs hanging on for playoff hopes.
\n#13 – 8-6 Seahawks<\/em><\/strong>
\nSeahawks lost back to back games to the Jaguars and the Rams. Need help to make the playoffs.
\n#14 – 7-7 Chargers<\/em><\/strong>
\nChargers were flat vs the Chiefs and now need a lot of help for final wild card spot.
\n#15 – 8-6 Titans<\/em><\/strong>
\nTitans lost a killer to the 49ers that puts them two behind Jacksonville. They host the Rams and Jaguars in a tough final two games.
\n#16 – 8-6 Lions<\/em><\/strong>
\nLions have two winnable games vs the Bengals and Packers, but need help to win tiebreakers.
\n#17 – 8-6 Bills<\/em><\/strong>
\nBills face the Patriots and Dolphins on the road in must win situations. They face a must win Sunday vs the equally hungry Patriots.
\n#18 – 7-7 Packers<\/em><\/strong>
\nPackers lost a tough game vs the Panthers. Shut down QB Aaron Rodgers this week with IR designation.
\n#19 – 6-8 Dolphins<\/em><\/strong>
\nDolphins came up empty in a big spot vs the Bills. Huge longshot to claim a final wild card berth.
\n#20 – 6-8 Raiders<\/em><\/strong>
\nRaiders failed to play with urgency vs the Cowboys this Sunday. Face the Eagles and Chargers in difficult close of a disappointing season.
\n#21 – 6-8 Cardinals<\/em><\/strong>
\nCardinals lost to the Skins in another missed opportunity to win a close game.
\n#22 – 6-8 Redskins<\/em><\/strong>
\nRedskins beat the Cardinals in a comedy of errors. Both clubs completed very disappointing seasons with huge changes expected this offseason.
\n#23 – 5-9 Bengals<\/em><\/strong>
\nBengals were smoked again, this time by the Vikings. HC Marvin Lewis will not be back for another season.
\n#24 – 4-10 49ers<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe 49ers are hot behind new veteran QB Jimmy Garoppolo who faces the acid test vs the Jaguars and Rams over the final two weeks.
\n#25 – 4-10 Texans<\/em><\/strong>
\nTexans were toasted by Jacksonville playing with another backup QB.
\n#26 – 4-10 Bucs<\/em><\/strong>
\nBucs lost to the Falcons Monday night. Face South foes Carolina and New Orleans to close out a terrible season.
\n#27 – 5-9 Jets<\/em><\/strong>
\nJets go back to the drawing board and must address their offense to become a playoff contender.
\n#28 – 5-9 Broncos<\/em><\/strong>
\nBroncos are well rested after beating Colts. Travel to Washington playing for respectability.
\n#29 – 4-10 Bears<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Bears are going through the growing pains to playing rookie QB Mitchell Trubisky. Face winless Browns this Sunday.
\n#30 – 3-11 Colts<\/em><\/strong>
\nColts are hopeless without QB Andrew Luck. Host the Texans with an NFL Draft top five position in the balance.
\n#31 – 2-12 Giants<\/em><\/strong>
\nQB Eli Manning had a nice game vs the Eagles, but the same lousy results.
\n#32 – 0-14 Browns<\/em><\/strong>
\nBrowns fans are happy Cleveland is on the road for their final two contests vs the Bears and Steelers.<\/p>\n

Frank Coyle is a long time scout with nationwide ties with coaches, scouts and player agents. He is a long time member of the FWAA and voter in College player awards – Heisman, Outland, Nagurski, Lombardi, Thorpe, Biletnikoff etc for the past 20 years. He writes College Football Mondays weekly during the season. He is a longtime scouting consultant for the Senior Bowl, the nation\u2019s premier postseason All-star game. He does sports radio shows for CBS, ESPN, Fox Sports and Sporting News on a year-round basis related to NFL and College Football especially during the postseason team and All-star Bowl time. He has worked for CBS Sports, NBC Sports, Yahoo and Rivals sports publications and web sites<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

NFL Power Poll – Week 15<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

NFL Power Poll \u2013 NFC South & West and AFC West Races Feature Great Matchups<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Teams of the Week – Falcons, Jaguars & Panthers<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Players of Week
\nOffense – QB Blake Bortles – Jaguars
\nDefense – DT Aaron Donald – Rams<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Rookie of Week – RB Kareem Hunt – Chiefs<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Photo – QB Blake Bortles – Jaguars\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
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\nGame of Week #15 \u2013 New England Patriots (10-3) at Pittsburgh Steelers (11-2)
\nAFC Matchup with Home Field Advantage in Playoffs on the line<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

NFL Ranking \/Record \/Team<\/em><\/strong>
\n#1- 11-2 Eagles<\/em><\/strong>
\nCarson Wentz is gone for the year with ACL injury. Backup Nick Foles carries the load hoping for home field advantage.
\n#2 – 10-3 Patriots<\/em><\/strong>
\nPats are playing for postseason home field advantage in the AFC.
\n#3 – 11-3 Steelers<\/em><\/strong>
\nSteelers\u2019 clinched AFC North title. Go for home field thru playoffs vs Pats this week.
\n#4 – 10-3 Vikings<\/em><\/strong>
\nVikes\u2019 lost a tough matchup with Panthers. Look to clinch NFC North this week at home vs Bengals.
\n#5 – 9-4 Rams<\/em><\/strong>
\nRams\u2019 lost to the Eagles last week. Face the Seahawks in a huge NFC West matchup with first place in the balance.
\n#6 – 9-4 Saints<\/em><\/strong>
\nSaints\u2019 had 10 days to recover from their loss to the Falcons. Look to get back on beam with Jets coming to town.
\n#7 – 9-4 Panthers<\/em><\/strong>
\nPanthers won a huge matchup with the Vikings. Host the Packers with the NFC South leadership on the line.
\n#8 – 8-5 Seahawks<\/em><\/strong>
\nSeahawks lost to the Jaguars in key contest. Host the Rams with their playoff hopes on the line.
\n#9 – 8-5 Falcons<\/em><\/strong>
\nFalcons are rested after huge win vs the Saints. Face Bucs on Monday night in another must win situation.
\n#10 – 9-4 Jaguars<\/em><\/strong>
\nJaguars\u2019 beat the Seahawks behind a strong performance by QB Blake Bortles that keeps Jaguars atop the AFC South.
\n#11 – 7-6 Ravens<\/em><\/strong>
\nRavens came up short vs the Steelers. Soft schedule keeps them in good playoff scenario.
\n#12 – 7-6 Chiefs<\/em><\/strong>
\nChiefs beat the rival Raiders in a huge AFC West game. Host the Chargers Saturday night with the division leadership in the balance.
\n#13 – 7-6 Chargers<\/em><\/strong>
\nChargers toasted the Skins last week. Travel to KC for huge West matchup with the leadership on the line with 3 to play.
\n#14 – 8-5 Titans<\/em><\/strong>
\nTitans came up short vs the Cardinals. Face the 49ers in must win situation for wild card spot.
\n#15 – 7-6 Cowboys<\/em><\/strong>
\nBoys beat a battered Giant club. Travel to Oakland with both clubs hanging on for playoff hopes.
\n#16 – 7-6 Lions<\/em><\/strong>
\nLions edged out the Bucs to stay alive. Host Bears in must win situation on Saturday night.
\n#17 – 7-6 Packers<\/em><\/strong>
\nPackers sneaked by those pesky Browns. Aaron Rodgers ready to return???
\n#18 – 7-6 Bills<\/em><\/strong>
\nBills edged the weak Colts to stay alive. Sunday hosting the Dolphins with the loser home for the postseason.
\n#19 – 6-7 Cardinals<\/em><\/strong>
\nCardinals won another big game vs the Titans. No room for mistakes with Skins next up.
\n#20 – 6-7 Dolphins<\/em><\/strong>
\nDolphins came up big vs the Patriots. Travel to Buffalo for the next Snow Bowl.
\n#21 – 6-7 Raiders<\/em><\/strong>
\nRaiders were trashed by the Chiefs. Host the equally desperate Cowboys this Sunday.
\n#22 – 5-8 Redskins<\/em><\/strong>
\nRedskins were embarrassed again this time by the Chargers. Playing out the string at this point.
\n#23 – 5-8 Bengals<\/em><\/strong>
\nBengals were smoked by the Bears. Major changes expected this offseason.
\n#24 – 4-9 Texans<\/em><\/strong>
\nTexans lost to the 49ers. Travel to Jacksonville playing for pride in a season lost to injuries.
\n#25 – 4-9 Bucs<\/em><\/strong>
\nBucs host Falcons Monday night. Hope to spring the upside with little else to salvage from a very disappointing season.
\n#26 – 5-8 Jets<\/em><\/strong>
\nJets failed to show up last week and were shutout by the Broncos.
\n#27 – 4-9 Broncos<\/em><\/strong>
\nBroncos finally won vs the Jets. Travel to Indy in an AFC battle of basement dwellers.
\n#28 – 4-9 Bears<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Bears toasted the Bengals. Look to spoil Lions\u2019 playoff hopes with Saturday.
\n#29 – 3-10 49ers<\/em><\/strong>
\n49ers look like they have their QB in Jimmy Garoppolo. Host the Titans with 3 contenders on the schedule.
\n#30 – 3-10 Colts<\/em><\/strong>
\nColts played the Bills tough. Host the Broncos for NFL Draft top five position in the balance.
\n#31 – 2-11 Giants<\/em><\/strong>
\nEli Manning justifiably returned, but GMen came up short in big spots vs the Cowboys.
\n#32 – 0-13 Browns<\/em><\/strong>
\nBrowns lost to the Packers in OT. Yes, three to go.<\/p>\n

Frank Coyle is a long time scout with nationwide ties with coaches, scouts and player agents. He is a long time member of the FWAA and voter in College player awards – Heisman, Outland, Nagurski, Lombardi, Thorpe, Biletnikoff etc for the past 20 years. He writes College Football Mondays weekly during the season. He is a longtime scouting consultant for the Senior Bowl, the nation\u2019s premier postseason All-star game. He does sports radio shows for CBS, ESPN, Fox Sports and Sporting News on a year-round basis related to NFL and College Football especially during the postseason team and All-star Bowl time. He has worked for CBS Sports, NBC Sports, Yahoo and Rivals sports publications and web sites<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

DraftInsiders.com – NFL 2017 Predictions
\nGiants Picked as NFL Champion in Super Bowl Matchup with Steelers<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Offensive Player of the Year \u2013 QB Aaron Rodgers – Packers
\nDefensive Player of the Year \u2013 DE J.J. Watt – Texans<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Rookies of the Year<\/em><\/strong>
\nOffense \u2013 RB Christian McCaffrey – Panthers
\nDefense \u2013 S Jamal Adams – Jets<\/p>\n

Photo \u2013 WR Odell Beckham – Giants<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

NFC
\nEAST<\/em><\/strong>
\nNew York Giants – 11-5 \u2013
\nDallas Cowboys – 9-7 \u2013
\nPhiladelphia Eagles – 8-8 \u2013
\nWashington Redskins – 6-10 \u2013<\/p>\n

NORTH<\/em><\/strong>
\nGreen Bay Packers -11-5 –
\nMinnesota Vikings – 9-7 –
\nDetroit Lions – 9- 7 \u2013
\nChicago Bears – 5-11 –<\/p>\n

SOUTH<\/em><\/strong>
\nAtlanta Falcons – 12-4 \u2013
\nTampa Bay Bucs – 10-6 \u2013
\nNew Orleans Saints – 9-7 \u2013
\nCarolina Panthers – 5-11 \u2013<\/p>\n

WEST<\/em><\/strong>
\nSeattle Seahawks – 11-5 \u2013
\nArizona Cardinals \u2013 9-7 \u2013
\nLos Angeles Rams – 6-10 \u2013
\nSan Francisco 49ers – 4-12 \u2013<\/p>\n

Divisional Champs<\/em><\/strong>
\nGiants, Packers, Falcons and Seahawks<\/p>\n

Wild Card Clubs
\nCowboys & Bucs<\/p>\n

NFC Championship<\/em><\/strong>
\nGiants beat Seahawks in NFC title game.<\/p>\n

AFC EAST<\/em><\/strong>
\nNew England Patriots – 12-4 \u2013
\nMiami Dolphins – 10-6 \u2013
\nBuffalo Bills – 6-10 \u2013
\nNew York Jets \u2013 2-14 \u2013<\/p>\n

NORTH<\/em><\/strong>
\nPittsburgh Steelers – 11-5 \u2013
\nCincinnati Bengals – 10-6 \u2013
\nBaltimore Ravens – 8-8 \u2013
\nCleveland Browns – 6-10 \u2013<\/p>\n

SOUTH<\/em><\/strong>
\nHouston Texans – 10-6 \u2013
\nTennessee Titans – 9-7 \u2013
\nIndianapolis Colts – 7-9 \u2013
\nJacksonville Jaguars – 6-10 \u2013<\/p>\n

WEST<\/em><\/strong>
\nKansas City Chiefs – 11-5 \u2013
\nOakland Raiders – 10-6 \u2013
\nDenver Broncos – 9-7 \u2013
\nSan Diego Chargers \u2013 5-11 \u2013<\/p>\n

Divisional Champs<\/em><\/strong>
\nPatriots, Steelers, Texans & Chiefs<\/p>\n

Wild Card Clubs
\nDolphins & Bengals<\/p>\n

AFC Championship<\/em><\/strong>
\nSteelers beat Patriots<\/p>\n

Super Bowl L Matchup
\nGiants over Steelers<\/em><\/strong>
\nGMen win an old school Super Bowl matchup.<\/p>\n

Frank Coyle is a long-time scout with nationwide ties with coaches, scouts and player agents. He is a long-time member of the FWAA and voter in College player awards – Heisman, Outland, Nagurski, Lombardi, Thorpe, Biletnikoff etc for the past 20 years. He writes College Football Mondays weekly during the season. He is a longtime scouting consultant for the Senior Bowl, the nation\u2019s premier postseason All-star game. He does sports radio shows for ESPN, Fox Sports and Sporting News on a year-round basis related to College Football especially during the postseason team and All-star Bowl time. He has worked for CBS Sports, NBC Sports, Yahoo and Rivals sports publications and web sites<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

NFL 2017 Preseason Schedule
\nHall of Fame Game, August 3 \u2013 Cowboys 20 – Cardinals 18<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Week 1
\nWednesday, August 9 Matchup time (ET)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nHouston @ Carolina 7:30 PM NFL Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte<\/p>\n

Thursday, August 10 Matchup time (ET)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nAtlanta @ Miami 7:00 PM Hard Rock Stadium, Miami
\nMinnesota @ Buffalo 7:00 PM New Era Field, Buffalo
\nWashington @ Baltimore 7:30 PM M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore
\nJacksonville @ New England 7:30 PM Gillette Stadium, Foxboro
\nNew Orleans @ Cleveland 8:00 PM FirstEnergy Stadium, Cleveland
\nPhiladelphia @ Green Bay 8:00 PM Lambeau Field, Green Bay
\nDenver @ Chicago 8:00 PM NFL Soldier Field, Chicago<\/p>\n

Friday, August 11 Matchup time (ET)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nPittsburgh @ New York Giants 7:00 PM NFL MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford
\nTampa Bay @ Cincinnati 7:30 PM Paul Brown Stadium, Cincinnati
\nSan Francisco @ Kansas City 9:00 PM NFL Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City<\/p>\n

Saturday, August 12 Matchup time (ET)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nTennessee @ New York Jets 7:30 PM MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford
\nDallas @ Los Angeles Rams 9:00 PM NFL Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles
\nOakland @ Arizona 10:00 PM U of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale<\/p>\n

Sunday, August 13 Matchup time (ET)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nDetroit @ Indianapolis 1:30 PM NFL Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis
\nSeattle @ Los Angeles Chargers 8:00 PM NFL StubHub Center, Carson<\/p>\n

Week 2 Thursday, August 17 Matchup time (ET)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nBaltimore @ Miami 7:00 PM Hard Rock Stadium, Miami
\nBuffalo @ Philadelphia 7:00 PM Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia
\nTampa Bay @ Jacksonville 8:00 PM ESPN EverBank Field, Jacksonville
\nFriday, August 18 Matchup time (ET)
\nMinnesota @ Seattle 10:00 PM NFL CenturyLink Field, Seattle<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Saturday, August 19 Matchup time (ET)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nCarolina @ Tennessee 3:00 PM NFL Nissan Stadium, Nashville
\nKansas City @ Cincinnati 7:00 PM Paul Brown Stadium, Cincinnati
\nIndianapolis @ Dallas 7:00 PM NFL AT&T Stadium, Arlington
\nGreen Bay @ Washington 7:30 PM FedEx Field, Landover
\nNew York Jets @ Detroit 7:30 PM Ford Field, Detroit
\nNew England @ Houston 8:00 PM NRG Stadium, Houston
\nChicago @ Arizona 10:00 PM U of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale
\nDenver @ San Francisco 10:00 PM NFL Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara
\nLos Angeles Rams @ Oakland 10:00 PM Oakland Coliseum, Oakland<\/p>\n

Sunday, August 20 Matchup time (ET)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nAtlanta @ Pittsburgh 4:00 PM NFL Heinz Field, Pittsburgh
\nNew Orleans @ Los Angeles Chargers 8:00 PM NFL StubHub Center, Carson<\/p>\n

Monday, August 21 Matchup time (ET)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nNew York Giants @ Cleveland 8:00 PM ESPN FirstEnergy Stadium, Cleveland<\/p>\n

Week 3
\nThursday, August 24 Matchup time (ET)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nMiami @ Philadelphia 7:00 PM NFL Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia
\nCarolina @ Jacksonville 7:30 PM EverBank Field, Jacksonville<\/p>\n

Friday, August 25 Matchup time (ET)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nNew England @ Detroit 7:00 PM Ford Field, Detroit
\nKansas City @ Seattle 8:00 PM CBS CenturyLink Field, Seattle<\/p>\n

Saturday, August 26 Matchup time (ET)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nArizona @ Atlanta 7:00 PM Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
\nBuffalo @ Baltimore 7:00 PM M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore
\nNew York Jets @ New York Giants 7:00 PM MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford
\nIndianapolis @ Pittsburgh 7:30 PM Heinz Field, Pittsburgh
\nCleveland @ Tampa Bay 7:30 PM Raymond James Stadium, Tampa
\nLos Angeles Rams @ Los Angeles Chargers 8:00 PM CBS Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles
\nHouston @ New Orleans 8:00 PM Mercedes-Benz Superdome, New Orleans
\nOakland @ Dallas 8:00 PM AT&T Stadium, Arlington
\nGreen Bay @ Denver 9:00 PM Sports Authority Field at Mile High, Denver<\/p>\n

Sunday, August 27 Matchup time (ET)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nChicago @ Tennessee 1:00 PM FOX Nissan Stadium, Nashville
\nCincinnati @ Washington 4:30 PM FOX FedEx Field, Landover 5
\nSan Francisco @ Minnesota 8:00 PM NBC U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis<\/p>\n

Week 4
\nThursday, August 31 Matchup time (ET)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nLos Angeles Rams @ Green Bay 7:00 PM Lambeau Field, Green Bay
\nJacksonville @ Atlanta 7:00 PM Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
\nCincinnati @ Indianapolis 7:00 PM Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis
\nPhiladelphia @ New York Jets 7:00 PM NFL MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford
\nDetroit @ Buffalo 7:00 PM New Era Field, Buffalo
\nNew York Giants @ New England 7:30 PM Gillette Stadium, Foxboro
\nPittsburgh @ Carolina 7:30 PM Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte
\nWashington @ Tampa Bay 7:30 PM Raymond James Stadium, Tampa
\nMiami @ Minnesota 8:00 PM U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis
\nBaltimore @ New Orleans 8:00 PM Mercedes-Benz Superdome, New Orleans
\nCleveland @ Chicago 8:00 PM Soldier Field, Chicago
\nDallas @ Houston 8:00 PM NRG Stadium, Houston
\nTennessee @ Kansas City 8:30 PM Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City
\nArizona @ Denver 9:00 PM Sports Authority Field at Mile High, Denver
\nLos Angeles Chargers @ San Francisco 10:00 PM Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara
\nSeattle @ Oakland 10:00 PM NFL Oakland Coliseum, Oakland<\/p>\n

NFL 2017 Scouting Combine<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

The best college football players are invited to participate in the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, Indiana. This year 330 players will show up for extensive testing over a week as a critical part of the scouting progress for the NFL Draft. Top Executives, Coaching Staffs, Player Personnel Departments and Medical Personnel from all 32 NFL teams will be on hand to evaluate the nation\u2019s top college football players eligible for the upcoming NFL Draft. This intense, four-day job interview is an exciting time for the athletes and a vital step in achieving their dreams of playing in the NFL.<\/p>\n

Draft Insiders\u2019 will have special Emails and Tweets From the NFL Combine!
\nFree for Full Subscribers – February Newsletter and NFL Combine Player List available now – Order today<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

With increasing interest in the NFL draft, the scouting combine has grown in scope and significance, allowing personnel directors to evaluate upcoming prospects in a standardized setting. Its origins have evolved from the National, BLESTO and Quadra Scouting organizations in 1977 to the media event it has become today.<\/p>\n

Photo – WR ‘Zay’ Jones – East Carolina<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Athletes attend by invitation only. Implications of an athlete’s performance during the combine can affect their draft status and salary, and ultimately their career. The draft has popularized the term “workout warrior”, whereby an athlete’s “draft stock” is increased based on superior measurable qualities such as size, speed, and strength, despite having an average or sub-par college career.<\/p>\n

The NFL Scouting Combine will be held February 28 – March 6, 2017<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Schedule for on-field workouts by position at the NFL Combine:\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nMarch 3 \u2013 Running Backs, Offensive Line, Special Teams
\nMarch 4 \u2013 Quarterbacks, Wide Receivers, Tight Ends
\nMarch 5 \u2013 Defensive Line, Linebackers
\nMarch 6 \u2013 Defensive Backs<\/p>\n

Player Group Schedule<\/em><\/strong>
\nDAY 1 ARRIVALS*: Group 1 (PK, ST, OL), Group 2 (OL), Group 3 (RB)
\nTuesday – February 28 – Travel to Indianapolis* ~ Registration ~ Hospital Pre-Exam & X-rays ~ Overflow Testing ~ Orientation ~ Interviews
\nWednesday – March 1 – Measurements ~ Medical Examinations ~ Overflow Testing ~ Interviews
\nThursday – March 2 – Psychological Testing ~ NFLPA Meeting ~ PK\/ST Workout ~ Media ~ Bench Press ~ Interviews
\nFriday – March 3 – On-Field Workout (timing, stations, skill drills) ~ Departure from Indianapolis<\/p>\n

DAY 2 ARRIVALS*: Group 4 (QB, WO), Group 5 (QB, WO), Group 6 (TE)
\nWednesday March 1 – Travel to Indianapolis* ~ Registration ~ Hospital Pre-Exam & X-rays ~
\nOverflow Testing ~ Orientation ~ Interviews
\nThursday – March 2 – Measurements ~ Medical Examinations ~ Overflow Testing ~ Interviews
\nFriday – March 3 – Psychological Testing ~ NFLPA Meeting ~ Media ~ Bench Press ~ Interviews
\nSaturday – March 4 – On-Field Workout (timing, stations, skill drills) ~ Departure<\/p>\n

DAY 3 ARRIVALS*: Group 7 (DL), Group 8 (DL), Group 9 (LB)
\nThursday – March 2 – Travel to Indianapolis* ~ Registration ~ Hospital Pre-Exam & X-rays ~
\nOverflow Testing ~ Orientation ~ Interviews
\nFriday – March 3 – Measurements ~ Medical Examinations ~ Overflow Testing ~ Interviews
\nSaturday – March 4 – Psychological Testing ~ NFLPA Meeting ~ Media ~ Bench Press ~ Interviews
\nSunday – March 5 – On-Field Workout (timing, stations, skill drills) ~ Departure<\/p>\n

DAY 4 ARRIVALS: Group 10 (DB), Group 11 (DB)
\nFriday – March 3 – Travel to Indianapolis* ~ Registration ~ Hospital Pre-Exam & X-rays ~ Overflow Testing ~ Orientation ~ Interviews
\nSaturday – March 4 – Measurements ~ Medical Examinations ~ Overflow Testing ~ Interviews
\nSunday – March 5 – Psychological Testing ~ NFLPA Meeting ~ Media ~ Bench Press ~ Interviews
\nMonday – March 6 – On-Field Workout (timing, stations, skill drills) ~ Departure from Indianapolis<\/p>\n

* Select players from any Group may arrive one day prior to their scheduled date listed above in order to assist with medical scheduling. This will be based on flight schedules and medical tests only and no players arriving early will have advanced contact with teams.<\/p>\n

How are players selected for the NFL Combine?<\/em><\/strong>
\nParticipants are determined annually by a Selection Committee. The Directors of both National and BLESTO scouting services, which combined represent twenty-five NFL teams, are joined by members of various NFL player personnel departments to form the committee. The participating NFL executives can rotate on a yearly basis, and remain anonymous. ALL eligible players are reviewed and voted on by the committee members. Each athlete receiving the necessary number of votes, by position, is then extended an invitation. While it is not a perfect science, the goal of the committee is to invite every player that will be drafted in the ensuing NFL Draft.<\/p>\n

Tests\/ Evaluations include:<\/em><\/strong>
\n40-yard dash
\nBench press (225 lbs. repetitions)
\nVertical jump
\nBroad jump
\n20 yard shuttle
\n3 cone drill
\n60-yard shuttle
\nPosition-specific drills<\/p>\n

Interviews \u2013 each team is allowed 60 interviews in 15-minute intervals
\nPhysical measurements
\nInjury evaluation
\nDrug screen
\nThe Cybex test
\nThe Wonderlic test<\/p>\n

NFL Partners With East-West Shrine All-Star Game<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

The NFL is partnering with the historic East-West Shrine Game to increase development opportunities for coaches and draft-eligible players, the league announced today.<\/p>\n

The NFL will supply the coaching staffs for the two teams from among current league assistant coaches whose teams do not advance to the playoffs. The NFL will also provide the game officials for the contest, which features some of college football\u2019s best prospects.<\/p>\n

The 92nd annual East-West Shrine Game will kick off at 3 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 21, from Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida, and be televised live on NFL Network.<\/p>\n

Frank Coyle and scouts from Draft Insiders’ will attend the East-West week this January. There will be an extensive Newsletter for All-star weeks<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cThe East-West Shrine Game is not only a showcase for tremendous athletes who have a dream of playing at the next level, it is also a venue for upwardly mobile coaches in the NFL,\u201d said NFL Executive Vice President of Football Operations Troy Vincent. \u201cThis is an opportunity to further develop, evaluate and showcase our assistant coaches who may be our next generation of head coaches.\u201d<\/p>\n

At the conclusion of the NFL regular season, teams will nominate deserving assistant coaches who will be reviewed by a panel that includes NFL Football Operations staff, East-West Shrine Game leadership and two members of the NFL\u2019s General Managers Advisory Committee. Once the head coaches are selected, each head coach will then fill his 12-person staff from among other NFL assistant coaches nominated by the clubs, a key job requirement for head coaches at every level of the sport.<\/p>\n

Coaches nominated by NFL clubs must be active assistant coaches who display extraordinary teaching and communications skills, and are recognized for their integrity and commitment to excellence in the coaching profession. The coaches must be accomplished at developing and preparing players to compete in the NFL.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is an honor for the East-West Shrine Game to partner with the NFL to promote opportunities for professional growth and development not only for our outstanding players, but also for the potential future generation of head coaches in the league,\u201d said Harold Richardson, executive director of the East-West Shrine Game. \u201cWe are proud to be able to provide a national stage for some of football\u2019s greatest talents to develop their skills and showcase their abilities, all while supporting an exceptional cause.\u201d<\/p>\n

For more than 90 years, some of football\u2019s greatest players and coaches have contributed to the tradition of the East-West Shrine Game, the nation\u2019s first college all-star football game. Created by the Shriners in 1925, the game is driven by the desire to support Shriners Hospitals for Children in its mission to help children in need of expert medical care. Participating players make an annual visit to the local Shriners Hospital, visiting children and staff in an experience that they will truly never forget.<\/p>\n

Draft Insiders’ January Newsletter out mid month
\nNFL Draft Yearbook – early April 2017, NFL Team Report – 35 pages mid April<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Photo – DE Joey Bosa – Ohio St.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Cowboys – Short List Players
\n1st Round Prospects<\/em><\/strong>
\nJoey Bosa – DE Ohio St.
\nDeForest Buckner – DE Oregon
\nZeke Elliott – RB Ohio St
\nMyles Jack – LB UCLA<\/p>\n

2nd Day Prospects
\n2nd Round\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nConnor Cook – QB Michigan St.
\nBronson Kaufusi – DE BYU
\nKenny Clark – DT UCLA
\nSterling Shepard – WR Oklahoma<\/p>\n

3rd Round<\/em><\/strong>
\nCharles Tapper – DE Oklahoma
\nDarian Thompson – S Boise St
\nKentrell Brothers – LB Missouri
\nHassan Ridgeway – DT Texas<\/p>\n

Team Needs
\n1. Quarterback\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>– The Cowboys lost starting QB Tony Romo for the critical early thru midseason when Dallas lost 7 games in a row. He was reinjured late and has a disturbing injury history. Best value appeared to be prospects Carson Wentz or Jared Goff with the #4 pick before the two major trades. They may sit on the need and wait until the 2nd round and hope to land Connor Cook. They like Kevin Hogan in the middle rounds.<\/p>\n

2. Defensive Line<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0– The Cowboys lost veteran Greg Hardy to a season opening suspension and he failed to make a difference. Rookie DE Randy Gregory faces a suspension this September and DE Demarcus Lawrence has been suspended the first month of season due to testing positive. He is a talented edge rusher who has emerged as an upcoming sack artist. They need both ends and tackles for their 4-3 set and could use two of their high picks there. They have little depth that must be addressed. They like DE Joey Bosa and DeForest Buckner in the 1st round. They like DT Kenny Clark, Vernon Butler and Andrew Billings in the early 2nd round. They will probably address their line with multiple selections in a very deep group. They like DEs Bronson Kaufusi and Carl Nassib and DTs Maliek Collins and Hassan Ridgeway in the 3rd round. Expect the Boys to explore trading up for linemen in the early rounds.<\/p>\n

3. Defensive Back<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0– The Cowboys had major problems in the secondary last season and could address both the safety and corner spots in the early rounds. Starting corners, Brandon Carr and Orlando Scandrick have struggled in coverage. They liked top pick Byron Jones who settled in at free safety and graded out well. They like DB Jalen Ramsey in the first round. They also like corners William Jackson and Artie Burns and will consider them in the 2nd round. They like safeties Darian Thompson and Jeremy Cash on the 2nd day.<\/p>\n

4. Wide Receiver\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>– The Boys\u2019 hope to address their receiving corps with a top three selection. Veteran star wideout Dez Bryant missed most of the season with a leg injury and was never a big factor in their offense. Fast vet Terrance Williams has been fairly productive with improved big play ability. Slot receiver Cole Beasley showed some playing ability in package offense. The talent is good this year and they could address this unit on the 2nd day and like prospects Tyler Boyd, Sterling Shepard, Braxton Miller and Michael Thomas there.<\/p>\n

5. Linebacker\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>– The Cowboys are set in the 4-3 scheme with a solid if unspectacular unit. Veteran Sean Lee moved outside with the addition of Rolando McClain to the Mike spot. Lee is a leader and playmaker though missed three games while McClain was reliable in the middle after missing a month due to suspension. OLB Hitchens was adequate. They have marginal depth overall and will hope to add an outside backer to complete the unit. They like Myles Jack and he would be great fit in the 1st round. They like Josh Perry, Kentrell Brothers and Jordan Jenkins and have them earmarked for the 2nd day.<\/p>\n

Insiders\u2019 Insights<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Cowboys finished last in the NFC East at 4-12, mainly due to Tony Romo\u2019s recurring collarbone injuries. They hope to address their future passer and struggling defense with most of their top selections. They still need playmakers for the healthy return Tony Romo and Dez Bryant. Jerry Jones will consider the top back, Elliott with their 1st round selection. In addition, they have average talent after Dez Bryant at wideout and will look to add one quality prospect there, though not with their top selection. Defense is their highest priority especially along the line. The Greg Hardy signing was a major disaster in production and team morale. They have ends high on their 1st round list and one will be available. They like DT Kenny Clark have him high on their 2nd round list. They could select multiple defensive linemen and possibly add another end in the top 40. They like Bronson Kaufusi in the 2nd day. They are interested in a starting corner in the top 100 and like Artie Burns in the early 2nd round.<\/p>\n

1st Round Pick – DE Joey Bosa<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0– Explosive edge defender with big play potential.
\nAlternate Pick – DB Jalen Ramsey<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0– True blue chip versatile defender with early Pro Bowl talent.<\/p>\n

Frank Coyle is a long time scout with nationwide ties with coaches, scouts and player agents. He is a long time member of the FWAA and voter in College player awards – Heisman, Outland, Nagurski, Lombardi, Thorpe etc for the past 20 years. He writes College Football Mondays weekly during the season. He is a longtime scouting consultant for the Senior Bowl, the nation\u2019s premier postseason All-star game. He does sports radio shows for ESPN, Fox Sports and Sporting News on a year round basis related to College Football especially during the postseason team and All-star Bowl time. He has worked for CBS Sports, NBC Sports, Yahoo and Rivals sports publications and web sites.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

NFL Draft – Compensatory Draft Selections<\/p>\n

The NFL awarded 13 teams a total of 33 compensatory draft selections Friday, which are granted under league rules to teams that lose more or better compensatory free agents than they acquire in the previous year. Compensatory free agents are determined by a formula based on salary, playing time and postseason honors, developed by the NFL Management Council. This year, compensatory picks fall between Rounds 3-6.<\/p>\n

Photo – Safety Karl Joseph – West Virginia<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

The New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49es received the most compensatory picks this year, with 4 each. Beginning in 2017, clubs will be permitted to trade compensatory picks.<\/p>\n

The 2016 NFL Draft will be held April 28-30 in Chicago. There will be 255 total draft selections over 7 rounds. There were two forfeited picks \u2013 Patriots in the 1st round and the Chiefs in the 3rd round.<\/p>\n

Here is a look at this year’s 33 compensatory choices, with the round and overall pick number for each selection:<\/p>\n

NFL Draft – Compensatory Draft Selections<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

3rd Round (4)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nDetroit Lions: (95)
\nNew England Patriots: (96)
\nSeattle Seahawks: (97)
\nDenver Broncos: (98)<\/p>\n

4th Round (9)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nGreen Bay Packers: (131) & (137)
\nBaltimore Ravens: (132) & (134)
\nDallas Cowboys: (135)
\nDenver Broncos: (136)
\nSan Francisco 49ers: (133)
\nCleveland Browns: (138)
\nBuffalo Bills: (139)<\/p>\n

5th Round (6)<\/em><\/strong>
\nArizona Cardinals: (170)
\nSeattle Seahawks: (171)
\nCleveland Browns: (172) & (173)
\nSan Francisco 49ers: (174)
\nSan Diego Chargers: (175)<\/p>\n

6th Round (14)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nNew England Patriots: (208), (214) & (221)
\nBaltimore Ravens: (209)
\nDetroit Lions: (210)
\nSan Francisco 49ers: (211) & (213)
\nDallas Cowboys: (212), (216) & (217)
\nSeattle Seahawks: (215)
\nBuffalo Bills: (218)
\nDenver Broncos: (219)
\nPittsburgh Steelers: (220)<\/p>\n

Frank Coyle is a long time scout with nationwide ties with coaches, scouts and player agents. He is a long time member of the FWAA and voter in College player awards – Heisman, Outland, Nagurski, Lombardi, Thorpe etc for the past 20 years. He writes College Football Mondays weekly during the season. He is a longtime scouting consultant for the Senior Bowl, the nation\u2019s premier postseason All-star game. He does sports radio shows for ESPN, Fox Sports and Sporting News on a year round basis related to College Football especially during the postseason team and All-star Bowl time. He has worked for CBS Sports, NBC Sports, Yahoo and Rivals sports publications and web sites.
\n<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

NFL 2015-2016 Award Winners<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Cam Newton Wins AP League MVP Award
\nJJ Watt Wins 3rd Defensive Player of Year Award<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Photo \u2013 Safety Eric Berry – Chiefs<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

The Broncos win Super Bowl L but the 2015 season was Cam Newton\u2019s time to shine. That continued Saturday night at NFL Honors when he won the MVP with 48 of 50 possible votes.<\/p>\n

Newton and J.J. Watt winning big awards was not a surprise during the award show. Watt had a message for all the people that doubted him along the way.<\/p>\n

“I was a 2-star recruit coming out, and now I have 3 DPOY awards. So… screw all of you guys for doubting me,” Watt said.<\/p>\n

Cam Newton wins AP Offensive Player of the Year<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Hall of Fame Inductees<\/em><\/strong>
\nBrett Favre, Kevin Greene, Marvin Harrison, Orlando Pace, Eddie DeBartolo Jr., Ken Stabler, Tony Dungy and Dick Stanfel were announced as the 2016 Pro Football Hall of Fame class.<\/p>\n

Comeback Player of the Year Eric Berry provided the most resonant moment of the night talking about the times he “felt like I couldn’t do it anymore” during his battle with cancer. He thanked his mom for being there for him during “lonely nights” and you could see how much the award meant to him. The night wrapped up with Anquan Boldin winning the Walter Payton Man of the Year, a worthy choice for one of the league’s class acts of the last decade.<\/p>\n

Here is the full list of 2016 NFL Award Winners:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

AP Most Valuable Player: Cam Newton, QB, Carolina Panthers
\nNFL Rookie of the Year: Jameis Winston, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers<\/p>\n

Players of the Year: Carson Palmer, QB, Arizona Cardinals; Adrian Peterson, RB, Minnesota Vikings<\/p>\n

AP Offensive Rookie of the Year: Todd Gurley, RB, St. Louis Rams
\nAP Defensive Rookie of the Year: Marcus Peters, CB, Kansas City Chiefs<\/p>\n

AP Offensive Player of the Year Cam Newton, QB, Carolina Panthers
\nAP Defensive Player of the Year: J.J. Watt, DE, Houston Texans<\/p>\n

AP Comeback Player of the Year: Eric Berry, S, Kansas City Chiefs
\nService Award: Vincent Jackson, WR, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
\nClutch Performer of the Year: Drew Brees, QB, New Orleans Saints<\/p>\n

AP Coach of the Year: Ron Rivera, Carolina Panthers
\nAP Assistant Coach of the Year: Wade Phillips, Denver Broncos<\/p>\n

Art Rooney Award: Charles Woodson, S, Oakland Raiders
\nDon Shula HS Coach of the Year: Michael Burnett, Tuscarora (Virginia) High School
\n“Greatness on the Road” Award: Antonio Brown, WR, Pittsburgh Steelers<\/p>\n

Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2016:\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nBrett Favre, QB; Kevin Greene, LB; Marvin Harrison, WR; Orlando Pace, OL; Tony Dungy, coach; Ken Stabler, QB; Dick Stanfel, OL; Eddie DeBartolo, owner<\/p>\n

Deacon Jones Award: J.J. Watt, DE, Houston Texans
\nWalter Payton NFL Man of the Year: Anquan Boldin, WR, San Francisco 49ers
\nPerformance Play of the Year: Aaron Rodgers’ stunning Hail Mary vs. Lions
\nNFL.com Fantasy Player of the Year: Antonio Brown, WR, Pittsburgh Steelers<\/p>\n

Frank Coyle is a long time scout with nationwide ties with coaches, scouts and player agents. He is a long time member of the FWAA and voter in College player awards – Heisman, Outland, Nagurski, Lombardi, Thorpe etc for the past 20 years. He writes College Football Mondays weekly during the season. He is a longtime scouting consultant for the Senior Bowl, the nation\u2019s premier postseason All-star game. He does sports radio shows for ESPN, Fox Sports and Sporting News on a year round basis related to College Football especially during the postseason team and All-star Bowl time. He has worked for CBS Sports, NBC Sports, Yahoo and Rivals sports publications and web sites.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

The Titans are ‘On the Clock’
\nBrowns Hold #2 Overall Selection<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

NFL Draft 2016 First Round Order \u2013<\/p>\n

Photo – DE Joey Bosa – Ohio St.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

NFL Draft 2016 Order
\nx – division winner \/ y – playoff berth
\n# Team \/ W-L \/ Opp W-L %<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Tennessee Titans: 3-13 (.492)
\n2. Cleveland Browns: 3-13 (.531)
\n3. San Diego Chargers: 4-12 (.527)
\n4. Dallas Cowboys: 4-12 (.531)
\n5. Jacksonville Jaguars: 5-11 (.473)
\n6. Baltimore Ravens: 5-11 (.508)
\n7. San Francisco 49ers: 5-11 (.539)
\n8. Miami Dolphins: 6-10 (.469)
\n9. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: 6-10 (.484)
\n10. New York Giants: 6-10 (.500)
\n11. Chicago Bears: 6-10 (.547)
\n12. New Orleans Saints: 7-9 (.504)
\n13. Philadelphia Eagles: 7-9 (.508)
\n14. Oakland Raiders: 7-9 (.512)
\n15. St. Louis Rams: 7-9 (.527)
\n16. Detroit Lions: 7-9 (.535)
\n17. Atlanta Falcons: 8-8 (.480)
\n18. Indianapolis Colts: 8-8 (.500)
\n19. Buffalo Bills: 8-8 (.508)
\n20. New York Jets: 10-6 (.441)
\n21 x Washington: 9-7 (.471)
\n22 x Houston: 9-7 (.496)
\n23 y Pittsburgh: 10-6 (.504)
\n24 y Seattle: 10-6 (.520)
\n25 y Green Bay: 10-6 (.531)
\n26 y Kansas City: 11-5 (.496)
\n27 x Minnesota: 11-5 (.504)
\n28 x Cincinnati: 12-4 (.477)
\n29 x New Eng: 12-4 (.473)
\n30 x Denver: 12-4 (.500)
\n31 x Arizona: 13-3 (.477)
\n32 x Carolina: 15-1 (.441)
\nOrder from #21 thru #32 determined by postseason finish<\/p>\n

Frank Coyle is a long time scout with nationwide ties with coaches, scouts and player agents. He is a long time member of the FWAA and voter in College player awards – Heisman, Outland, Nagurski, Lombardi, Thorpe etc for the past 20 years. He writes College Football Mondays weekly during the season. He is a longtime scouting consultant for the Senior Bowl, the nation\u2019s premier postseason All-star game. He does sports radio shows for ESPN, Fox Sports and Sporting News on a year round basis related to College Football especially during the postseason team and All-star Bowl time. He has worked for CBS Sports, NBC Sports, Yahoo and Rivals sports publications and web sites.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

NFL Power Rankings Week 16 \u2013
\nPanthers Remain Unbeaten – Chiefs Pressing Broncos For AFC West Title – NFL Power Poll<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Rookies of the Week –
\nOffensive Player – RB David Johnson – Cardinals<\/em><\/strong>
\nDefensive Player – CB Marcus Peters – Chiefs<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Players of the Week
\nOffensive Player – QB Ryan Fitzpatrick – Jets<\/em><\/strong>
\nDefensive Player – CB Patrick Peterson – Cardinals<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Photo – DE J.J. Watt – Texans<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Team of Week 15 – Redskins
\nMatchup of Week 16 – Packers (10-4) at Cardinals (12-2)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Rank \/ Team \/ Record<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Carolina Panthers (14-0)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Panthers held on vs the GMen and look to finish unblemished.<\/p>\n

2. New England Patriots (12-2)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nPatriots are in position for home playoff games and bye week.<\/p>\n

3. Arizona Cardinals (12-2)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nQB Carson Palmer bombed the Eagles to clinch NFC West title.<\/p>\n

4. Cincinnati Bengals (11-3)<\/em><\/strong>
\nBengals win a big game vs 49ers and travel to Denver looking to clinch AFC North title.<\/p>\n

5. Green Bay Packers (10-4)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nPackers travel to Arizona in what could be a NFC playoff matchup in a few weeks.<\/p>\n

6. Denver Broncos (10-4)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nBroncos\u2019 are limping down the stretch with Chiefs breathing down their back.<\/p>\n

7. Seattle Seahawks (9-5)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Seahawks are coming on strong in hopes to be the top ranked wild card playoff team.
\n8. Pittsburgh Steelers (9-5)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nSteelers\u2019 come off huge victories over the Bengals and Broncos but face rival Ravens this week.<\/p>\n

9. Kansas City Chiefs (9-5)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nChiefs won their 8th game in a row and host the weak Browns in key matchup.<\/p>\n

10. Minnesota Vikings (9-5)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nVikings host the Giants this week in key matchup for their playoff wild card hopes.<\/p>\n

11. New York Jets (9-5)<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Jets are playing well but host their East menace the Patriots with their AFC wild card playoff hopes in the balance.<\/p>\n

12. Washington Redskins (7-7)<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Skins beat the Bills and have a chance to make playoffs with win over the Eagles this Saturday.<\/p>\n

13. Houston Texans (7-7)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nTexans beat the Colts in critical AFC South matchup and must win a big game vs Titans to maintain divisional lead.<\/p>\n

14. New York Giants (6-8)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nGMen came up short in a wild shootout with the Panthers and face long mathematical chances for the playoffs.<\/p>\n

15. Philadelphia Eagles (6-8)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nEagles were bombed by the Falcons and must beat the Redskins to stay alive for the playoffs this week.<\/p>\n

16. Atlanta Falcons (7-7)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nFalcons\u2019 host the Panthers in must win situation for their slim playoff hopes.<\/p>\n

17. Buffalo Bills (6-8)<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Bills came up vs the Skins and saw their playoff hopes end for another season.<\/p>\n

18. Indianapolis Colts (6-8)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Colts lost a tough South game vs the Texans that puts them in deep trouble for postseason.<\/p>\n

19. Oakland Raiders (6-8)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Raiders showed improvement this season, but another postseason watching the playoffs on TV.<\/p>\n

20. Tampa Bay Bucs (6-8)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nBucs have made huge strides this season and will press to reach the .500 mark over final weeks.<\/p>\n

21. St. Louis Rams (6-8)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Rams travel to Seattle for West matchup with only a longshot chance of playoffs.<\/p>\n

22. New Orleans Saints (5-9)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nSaints\u2019 defense has been their albatross once again.<\/p>\n

23. Baltimore Ravens (4-10)<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Ravens will complete a down season, but are capable of turning it around quickly.<\/p>\n

24. Miami Dolphins (5-9)<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Dolphins have a lot off offseason work to get this club to playoff levels.<\/p>\n

25. Dallas Cowboys (4-10)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nCowboys came up short again vs the Jets and play out the string with another non-playoff performance.<\/p>\n

26. Chicago Bears (5-9)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Bears are still a ways from competing for the postseason.<\/p>\n

27. Jacksonville Jaguars (5-9)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Jaguars lost a key game vs Falcons, but have made huge progress this season.<\/p>\n

28. Detroit Lions (5-9)<\/em><\/strong>
\nLions playing out the schedule will major turnover expected this postseason.<\/p>\n

29. San Diego Chargers (4-10)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nChargers are expected to make major changes that could include their QB Philip Rivers.<\/p>\n

30. San Francisco 49ers (4-10)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe 49ers are a shell of recent teams and need a strong draft class to reverse their fortunes.<\/p>\n

31. Cleveland Browns (3-11)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nBrowns made little progress this season and face all the major questions once again this offseason.<\/p>\n

32. Tennessee Titans (3-11)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Titans are not competitive weekly this season and add a strong influx of new talent to get to respectability.<\/p>\n

NFL 2015 Predictions – Packers-Chargers – Super Bowl L Matchup<\/p>\n

Photo – QB Aaron Rodgers – Packers<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

DraftInsiders.com – NFL 2015 Predictions<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Packers Picked as NFL Champion in Super Bowl L<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Offensive Player of the Year \u2013 QB Aaron Rodgers – Packers
\nDefensive Player of the Year \u2013 Ndamukong Shu – Dolphins<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Rookies of the Year<\/em><\/strong>
\nOffense – RB Melvin Gordon – Chargers
\nDefense – DL Leonard Williams – Jets<\/p>\n

NFC<\/em><\/strong>
\nEAST
\nPhiladelphia Eagles – 12-4 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nEagles are among the best in the NFC after strong FA class. They are capable of winning the East and going deep into the playoffs behind veteran QB Sam Bradford.
\nNew York Giants – 10-6 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nGiants can play with anyone on the league, but must stay healthy and play more consistently. They have a potent attack and a young defense that must prove itself in big situations and overcome a few key injuries.
\nDallas Cowboys – 9-7 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nQB Tony Romo operates behind a premier line to utilize Pro Bowl receiver Dez Bryant. They have questions related their ground game that needs to balance this offense. Their defense is average at best and they must prove they can beat playoff caliber offenses.
\nWashington Redskins – 4-12 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nSkins start another new QB this season with RG3 demoted to a backup role. Their defense needs to improve after another subpar performance in 2014. Skins might again struggle to make .500 in a tough balanced division.<\/p>\n

NORTH
\nGreen Bay Packers -11-5 –<\/em><\/strong>
\nAaron Rodgers is still the premier QB in the game, though he will operate this season without veteran wideout Jordy Nelson. They hope to recover from a devastating playoff loss where the defense failed in big situations.
\nDetroit Lions – 10- 6 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nLions should earn a playoff spot behind a potent attack directed by veteran QB Matt Stafford. Their improving veteran defense will miss DT Shu.
\nMinnesota Vikings – 8-8 –<\/em><\/strong>
\nVikes look to premier tailback Adrian Peterson to provide impact for young veteran QB Teddy Bridgewater to continue to improve further in this young attack. Defense has improved steadily over recent seasons.
\nChicago Bears – 6-10 –<\/em><\/strong>
\nBears look to erratic veteran QB Jay Cutler to attack this offense. The defense was one of the worst in this league last season and new additions may be only adequate.<\/p>\n

SOUTH
\nNew Orleans Saints – 11-5 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Saints organization improved their porous defense that gives them the edge in one of the more balanced divisions in football. QB Drew Brees is capable of leading this club to the Show again.
\nAtlanta Falcons – 10-6 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nFalcons are thinking division title after a disastrous past two seasons. They face a very tough schedule that might be the equalizer. Their defense can only improve after a weak 2014 performance.
\nCarolina Panthers – 7-9 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nPanthers look to ride QB Cam Newton to the top of the division, though their roster has made little overall improvement. They face a very tough schedule and will go through some painful growing pains in 2011.
\nTampa Bay Bucs – 5-11 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Bucs begin the Jameis Winston era with him operating a talented young offense that needs time to develop. HC Lovie Smith added young vets for a weak defense that could make big strides this season.<\/p>\n

WEST
\nArizona Cardinals \u2013 11-5 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nCards look to ride the return of vet QB Carson Palmer to rise to the top of the toughest division in the NFL.
\nThey look to new veterans to improve their defense that has lost key front seven starters in recent offseasons.
\nSeattle Seahawks – 10-6 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nSeahawks may be hard pressed to win this divisional title again. QB Russell Wilson directs a strong run oriented offense while their defense still remains among the elite in the game.
\nSt. Louis Rams – 9-7 \u2013<\/em><\/strong>
\nRams look to build off an improved offense directed by new QB Nick Foles. Their defense relies on their dominant front four that makes them dangerous to make the playoffs.
\nSan Francisco 49ers – 5-11 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe 49ers sustained numerous key losses including HC Jim Harbaugh and half their defense. Young QB Colin
\nKaepernick faces a difficult task with new starters in key positions. 49ers may struggle to attain the .500 mark.<\/p>\n

Divisional Champs\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nEagles, Packers, Saints and Cardinals<\/p>\n

Wild Card Clubs<\/em><\/strong>
\nGiants & Seahawks<\/p>\n

NFC Championship
\nPackers beat Saints in wild NFC title game.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

AFC EAST
\nMiami Dolphins – 10-6 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nDolphins will be hard pressed to improve off back to back 7-9 seasons. QB Chad Henne is better than advertised and needs new vet Reggie Bush to become everything Ted Ginn did not become.
\nNew England Patriots – 10-6 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nPats look to premier QB Tom Brady to direct this changing potent offense. The new ground game and receivers could rank them at the top of the league. Their suspect changing defense will determine their final fate in key games.
\nNew York Jets \u2013 6-10 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nJets look to vet QB Ryan Fitzpatrick can direct this offense after a horrible offensive showing in 2014. This defense can rank among the top five in the game.
\nBuffalo Bills – 5-11 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nBills are still rebuilding and will look to their young players to establish themselves as quality NFL players. Their QB position continues to go through turnover and remains a mystery. Their defense ranks among the league\u2019s toughest and continues to improve.<\/p>\n

NORTH
\nCincinnati Bengals – 11-5 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Bengals look to QB Andy Dalton to step up and take this club further in the playoffs after one game exists over his career. Their defense has been the major culprit and rarely improvesd under HC Marvin Lewis.
\nBaltimore Ravens – 10-6 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Ravens will look to veteran QB Joe Flacco to keep this offense among the top scoring attacks in the game.
\nThe defense is still at playoff levels, but must improve in pass coverage to go further in the postseason.
\nPittsburgh Steelers – 8-8 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nBig Ben is coming off an outstanding 2014 performance leading this high powered attack. The Steel defense lost several key starters that will demand young players to step up if they intend to win in this tough division.
\nCleveland Browns – 6-10 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nBrowns continue to rebuild and look to young QB Johnny Manziel to get them to respectability. Their 1-6 finish produced another sub .500 season. Their defense must improve in run defense to make any overall progress.<\/p>\n

SOUTH
\nIndianapolis Colts – 11-5 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nQB Andrew Luck carries this average club and that has dominated this division in recent seasons. This young club needs to improve to go further in the postseason especially their offensive line and ordinary defense. They get a favorable early schedule that should allow them to claim the divisional lead
\nHouston Texans – 9-7 \u2013<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Texans returned to respectability last season behind a dominant performance by DE\/TE JJ Watt. Their average offense looks to veteran QB Brian Hoyer to direct this mediocre attack. Marginal firepower may limit this club in big game situations.
\nTennessee Titans – 6-10 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Titans look to top pick Marcus Mariota to bring this club to respectability. They have problems on both sides of the ball and probably go through difficult growing pains this season.
\nJacksonville Jaguars – 5-11 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nJaguars look for improvement from young QB Blake Bortles and rookie back TJ Yeldon to improve this low ranked attack. Club is probably a year away from challenging .500 mark.<\/p>\n

WEST
\nSan Diego Chargers – 11-5 \u2013<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Chargers are a loaded club with QB Philip Rivers directing a veteran club. They can win the West title behind a young veteran defense that continues to improvebut needs their troubled special teams to improve significantly.
\nDenver Broncos – 10-6 \u2013<\/em><\/strong>
\nBroncos hope to make a run at title in what appears to be Peyton Manning\u2019s final season. They need their defense to recover from their late season collapse last year to retain AFC West rule.
\nKansas City Chiefs – 8-8 \u2013\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nChiefs need their offensive weapons QB Alex Smith and runner Jamaal Charles to step up this season to challenge for the playoffs. They rely on their emerging young defense to continue to improve and rank among the best in the AFC.
\nOakland Raiders – 6-10 \u2013<\/em><\/strong>
\nRaiders look to young QB Derek Carr to benefit from the addition of top pick WR Amari Cooper to open up this attack. They need overall improvement on both sides of the ball to even challenge for a .500 season.<\/p>\n

Divisional Champs\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nDolphins, Bengals, Colts & Chargers<\/p>\n

Wild Card Clubs\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nPatriots & Broncos<\/p>\n

AFC Championship
\nSan Diego over Indianapolis<\/em><\/strong>
\nChargers go to Super Bowl behind veteran QB Philip Rivers<\/p>\n

Super Bowl L Matchup
\nGreen Bay Packers over San Diego Chargers<\/em><\/strong>
\nPackers win a wild Super Bowl showdown with Chargers.<\/p>\n

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Broncos & Cardinals Top NFL Power Rankings<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

NFL Power Rankings Week 9 \u2013
\nBroncos and Cardinals Top AFC & NFC<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Rookies of the Week \u2013
\nOffensive Player \u2013 WR John Brown – Cardinals<\/em><\/strong>
\nDefensive Player \u2013 LB Anthony Barr – Vikings<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Photo \u2013 QB Ben Roethlisberger – Steelers<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Players of the Week
\nOffensive Player – QB Ben Roethlisberger – Steelers<\/em><\/strong>
\nDefensive Player – DE J.J. Watt – Texans<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Team of Week 8 – Cardinals
\nMatchup of Week 9 \u2013 Broncos at Patriots<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Rank \/ Team \/ Record<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Denver Broncos (6-1)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nBroncos\u2019 beat division rival Chargers handily in last one.<\/p>\n

2. Arizona Cardinals (6-1)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nCards took care of the Eagles at home.<\/p>\n

3. Philadelphia Eagles (5-2)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nEagles give up too many big plays.<\/p>\n

4. Seattle Seahawks (4-3)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nWhat happened to all those unbeatable claims.<\/p>\n

5. Indianapolis Colts (5-3)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nColts were slammed by the Steelers 51-34 in last one.<\/p>\n

6. Cincinnati Bengals (4-2-1)<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Bengals beat North arch rival Ravens in key victory last week.<\/p>\n

7. Detroit Lions (6-2)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nLions get a week off after edging out the Falcons across the pond.<\/p>\n

8. San Diego Chargers (5-3)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nChargers have lost two in a row to West rivals the Broncos and Chiefs.
\n9. New England Patriots (6-2)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nPatriots just find a way to win in soft AFC East.<\/p>\n

10. Baltimore Ravens (5-3)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Ravens\u2019 lost a tough one in Cincinnati and travel to Pittsburgh this week.<\/p>\n

11. Green Bay Packers (5-3)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nPackers\u2019 were hot vs Saints and Panthers and get bye week to regroup for playoff push.<\/p>\n

12. Dallas Cowboys (6-2)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nCowboys were whipped by the Redskins with QB Tony Romo hurt in the process.<\/p>\n

13. San Francisco 49ers (4-3)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe 49ers are looking to start a streak with tough NFC matchups over the next month.<\/p>\n

14. Pittsburgh Steelers (5-3)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nSteelers\u2019 bombed the Colts in critical win with arch enemy the Ravens coming in Sunday nite.<\/p>\n

15. Kansas City Chiefs (4-3)<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Chiefs are looking to get a streak going here with Jets coming to town.<\/p>\n

16. Buffalo Bills (5-3)<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe hot and cold Bills\u2019 rest this week with five critical AFC matchups waiting starting in early November.<\/p>\n

17. Miami Dolphins (4-3)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Dolphins get the staggering Chargers at home in key AFC matchup.<\/p>\n

18. New York Giants (3-4)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe GMen are well rested for the Colts Monday nite to start a demanding schedule over the next month of play.<\/p>\n

19. Carolina Panthers (3-4-1)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Panthers are sliding and face the Saints tonight in critical NFC South contest.<\/p>\n

20. Chicago Bears (3-5)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Bears are falling apart and get a week off to regroup before a complete NFC second half schedule.<\/p>\n

21. Houston Texans (4-4)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nTexans are hanging tough and face a in matchup with Eagles coming in Sunday.<\/p>\n

22. New Orleans Saints (3-4)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nSaints face almost a must win situation tonight at Carolina for their playoff hopes.<\/p>\n

23. Cleveland Browns (4-3)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Browns get another soft opponent this week with Bucs coming to town.<\/p>\n

24. Washington Redskins (3-5)<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Skins won their Super Bowl vs Cowboys in last one.<\/p>\n

25. St. Louis Rams (2-5)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Rams are one of the disappointing teams this year and travel to San Fran this week.<\/p>\n

26. Atlanta Falcons (2-6)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nFalcons find ways to lose and face a major shakeup this offseason.<\/p>\n

27. Minnesota Vikings (3-5)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nVikings can only beat the soft clubs. Get the Skins at home on Sunday.<\/p>\n

28. Tennessee Titans (2-6)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Titans are off this week and no one cares.<\/p>\n

29. New York Jets (1-7)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Jets are a total train wreck.<\/p>\n

30. Tampa Bay Bucs (1-6)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nBucs are bottom feeders because they trade top ten picks for 3rd day selections.<\/p>\n

31. Jacksonville Jaguars (1-7)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Jaguars\u2019 are back to reality with loss to the Dolphins.<\/p>\n

32. Oakland Raiders (0-7)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Raiders are after the Lions 0-16 record.<\/p>\n

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