NFL Rewind Week 14

It was another rough day for Buehler and the Cowboys
as another last second  FG was ruined by a TO/

Instant Recap:

As the regular season winds down, the two story lines are the Green Bay Packers and Tim Tebow, and both keep finding ways to win. In Green Bay it was a 46-16 beat down of the Raiders, but the Packers lost star WR Greg Jennings for the remainder of the regular season. Meanwhile in Denver, down 10 with only minutes to go Tim Tebow led another comeback, capped off in Overtime by a Matt Prater 51 Yard Field Goal to win it. Around the league we saw the Colts drop to 0-13, the Patriots nearly lose to Washington, but the storyline there was instead NE Offensive Coordinator Bill O'Brien went off on Tom Brady after an INT. The 49ers dropped to 10-3 after a disappointing loss to the Cardinals, and in Dallas they were once again "iced" in the end this time by the opposing team. Another great week of football, and the playoffs haven't even started yet.

"Say What" Stats:

15: TD Receptions by Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski this season. A new NFL Record for TE's

27: Interceptions by the Packers Defense. 9 more then the 2nd best team (Detroit Lions)
7:  Interceptions by Chargers S Eric Weddle, tied for most this year. He had 2 all of last season

6:  Straight wins by Broncos QB Tim Tebow. Once again, thanks to a last minute comeback

136: Rushing Yards by the Packers Sunday against the Raiders. The most they have had all season.

MVP Race:

Aaron Rodgers GB (vs. OAK): 17/30 281 Pass Yards 2 TD's 1 INT 96.7 QB Rating
2011 Season: 305/438 4,125 Pass Yards 39 TD's 6 INT's 123.3 QB Rating, 2 Rush TD's

Tom Brady NE (@ WAS): 22/37 357 Pass Yards 3 TD's 1 INT 107.6 QB Rating
2011 Total: 328/496 4,273 Pass Yards 33 TD's 11 INT's 106.0 QB Rating

Drew Brees NO (@ TEN): 36/47 337 Pass Yards 2 TD's 0 INT's 110.0 QB Rating
2011 Total: 385/543 4,368 Pass Yards 32 TD's 11 INT's 105.9 QB Rating

LeSean McCoy PHI (@ MIA): 27 Carries 38 Yards (1.4 YPC) 2 TD's, 3 Catches 33 Yards
2011 Total: 242 Carries 1,172 Yards (4.8 YPC) 14 TD's, 45 Catches 310 Yards 3 TD's

Defensive Player of the Week

Jason Pierre-Paul DE, NYG: 8 Tackles (6 Solo) 2 Sacks, 2 FF, 1 FG Block

Pierre Paul may proved himself on Sunday
Night forcing 2 turnovers, and blocking a FG

Jason Pierre-Paul is making a name for himself in this league, not just as one of the best young DE's in the game, but arguably one of the best DE's in the game and he is only 22 Years Old. On Sunday Night in a Prime time division rivalry against the Cowboys Pierre Paul proved to be a monster. He sacked Tony Romo twice, one resulting in a Safety, then later in the game he forced a Felix Jones fumble inside their own 20 to set up a Giants score. If that wasn't enough after Cowboys K David Buehler made a FG to tie the game but was nullified by a Giants TO. Pierre Paul leaped through the pile and tipped it just enough so the next one fell short, and the Giants won. Jason Pierre Paul your Defensive Player of the Week.

Top Plays of the Week:

Michael Robinson Blocked Punt Return TD

Eric Walden 22 yard Fumble Return TD
Rob Gronkowski 50 Yard Catch

"Now Hiring"

Miami Dolphins:

Dream Scenario: Jeff Fisher, Titans HC '94-'10
-The Miami Dolphins are in the market for a new Head Coach after missing out last year on Jim Harbaugh, then having to see Tony Sporano coach another year. Now Tony Sporano is gone, and there will be a intense search for the next coach. If the Dolphins could have their way they would have JEff Fisher. Fisher served as coach in Tennessee before being ousted just last year. With a year off from coachign Fisher will be itching to get back into the Coaching Reighns, and his defensive specialties will be a nice fit for the Dolphins.
Realistic Option: Greg Olson, OC TB "06-Present
-While Fisher is one of the bigger names out there, and a good defensive coordinator, it may be an offensive coordinator that gets the job. A few miles down the road the Dolphins may look to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers assistant Greg Olson, who has done a nice job developing guys like Josh Freeman, LeGarrete Blount and Mike Williams. The Dolphins can start fresh at QB in the 2012 NFL Draft, which means Olson can have his own QB, to turn this Dolphins team around.

Kansas City Chiefs:

Dream Scenario: Brian Billick, HC BAL '99-'07
-While Brian Billick may not be the top name on the market, he is one of the most solid options out there. Billick can bring a defensive presence to Kansas City and work with their young secondary and LB's just as he did in Baltimore. He has won a Super Bowl and has success in the Post Season which helps his resume stand out. If Kansas City wants to win the AFC West, Billick may be the ebst option.
Realistic Option: Gregg Williams, DC '09-Present


Jacksonville Jaguars:

Dream Scenario: Bill Cowher, Steelers HC '92-'06
-Of all the coaching candidates out there, Bill Cowher has to be the one. A simple resume that speaks for itself 149 Wins, Super Bowl ring, 2 AFC Championships, and a great teacher of the game. In Jacksonville, Cowher would bring a strong defense both to the defense, but in the Front Office. He could help teach the younger guys the ways of the game, and he will get along with the new Owner well. If the Jaguars can lure Bill Cowher to Jacksonville, it would be a great hire.
Realistic Scenario: Perry Fewell, DC NYG '10-Present
-Fewell has only been the Giants Defensive Coordinator for 2 seasons, but that doesn't mean he can't be a realistic candidate for the Jaguars coaching job. Fewells defense has shown the ability to rush the passer, which is something the Jaguars really aren't good at (22nd in rushing the QB). Fewell would get the chance to work with his own scheme, and finally give the Jaguars the Pass Rush they finally need.

Suck for Luck Sweepstakes

-There is no question about it, the Indianapolis Colts are the worst team in the NFL, and will be drafting Andrew Luck 1st Overall. He is a rare QB Prospect who can come in right away and help lift the spirits of the franchise that selects him. His ability to run when he needs to, make the accurate pass,his knowledge of the game, and ability to make bad WR's look good is rare in rookie QB's. The only problem, the Colts will have a healthy Peyton Manning in 2012, so which of the 2 QB's do they trade for a Kings Ransom.

Andrew Luck didn't win the Heisman but there should be no doubt
he is the No.1 Draft Pick in 2012

Once the Colts draft Andrew Luck however, that is where the real problem starts. All reports indicate that come Training Camp, Peyton Manning will be healthy and ready to go. Now with any other rookie QB that is fine, just let the young QB learn from the bench. Luck is different though, he has the ability to start right away, and he will want to start right away. It is highly unlikely that the Colts will keep both so it will come down to which QB will they get more for. My guess is Andrew Luck will be traded, most likely to the Browns for multiple 1st round picks. It is going to be a interesting storyline when the draft comes around, and one EVERYONE will be keeping an eye on.

RG3 already has the Heisman, now he wants to prove
he can be the best QB Prospect

Draft Prospects to watch:

Robert Griffin III QB, Baylor:
Height: 6'2 Weight: 220 Class: Junior
Bowl Game: Alamo Bowl, December 29th
What to watch for:
-Pocket Presence
-Mid-Deep Ball Accuracy
-4th Quarter Play

Melvin Ingram DE, South Carolina:
Height: 6'2 Weight: 276 Class: Senior
Bowl Game: Capital One Bowl, January 2nd
What to watch for:
-Pass Rush Skills
-Coverage Skills
-Motor

LaMichael James RB, Oregon:
Height: 5'9 Weight: 185  Class: Junior
Bowl Game: Rose Bowl, January 2nd
What to watch for:
-Ability in Open Space
-Hands
-Ball Security/Toughness