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After falling just short of the playoffs in 2023 following an 8-9 campaign that saw the Cincinnati Bengals Women Jersey team finish strong, the Las Vegas Raiders have playoff aspirations ahead of the first full season with head coach Antonio Pierce, who was 5-4 at the helm as the interim.The Raiders bolstered their roster with the additions of , with at least two of them likely to play a significant role in their first seasons in guard Jackson Powers-Johnson and tight end Brock Bowers. There's also a chance that offensive tackle Delmar Glaze and cornerback Decamerion Richardson find their way to starting roles.While the Raiders' draft cla s was , it didn't help them at all in the NFL power rankings of analysts in the wake of the draft.Here's a look at where the Raiders landed, along with how far they fell from the analyst's last version, where available.Raiders NFL power rankings roundup 28 (no change)The Raiders Hakeem Adeniji Jersey will be trying to win with the defense and running game again for now full-time coach Antonio Pierce. TE Brock Bowers is a fine first-round talent; he was just not what they most needed. The line and weapons got some upgrades, but now they are stuck between Gardner Minshew and Aidan O'Connell at QB, which might make that moot. 23 (-1)Once six quarterbacks --namelyMichael Penix Jr.-- went off Fred Johnson Jersey the board ahead of the Raiders pick, it really streamlined their options. But gettingBrock Bowersat No. 13? Thats a steal to me, until proven otherwise. Maybe Penix would have qualified as the all-time honorary Al Davis selection if the Raiders had taken a first-round gamble on him, but as a high-upside athletic playmaker, Bowers isnt far off. Bowers can help this team, and people freaking out about having multiple quality tight ends (Bowers andMichael Mayer) will hopefully see that down the road. The QB duo ofGardner MinshewandAidan OConnellmight not be the most spine-tingling combination, but giving them a decent cast of targets cant hurt. The defense also should carry a fairly heavy share of the load. No, this isnt yet a Super Bowl-caliber roster, but the Raiders have gotten better this offseason.: 24 (-5)Is it Tee Higgins Jersey Gardner Minshew or Aidan O'Connell at quarterback? By failing to land a quarterback in the draft, that's what they are left with in a division with Patrick Mahomes and Justin Herbert. 24Get ready for Minshew Mania in Sin City. Well, maybe.When the top six quarterbacks in the 2024 draft all came off the board within the top 12 picks, the Raiders were left holding the proverbial Wyatt Hubert Jersey bag at No. 13. But Moton believes the Raiders did a good job of playing the hand they were dealt. 28 (-6)There's too much talent in Las Vegas for a ranking this low. The Raiders have a feisty defense, now headlined byChristian Wilkinsalong withMaxx Crosby.Davante Adamsis still a top-tier receiver. But how high can the ceiling reallybe without a better option at quarterback?Gardner Minshewwas goodenough to nearly win the AFC South, but something tells me that's not going tohappen in Patrick Mahomes' division.

After narrowly mi sing out on the playoffs, the are hoping Andre' Sam Jersey to reach that goal in a crowded AFC landscape.Without quarterback Anthony Richardson for the majority of the season, the Colts still managed to get themselves to a 9-8 record before a dramatic lo s to the ended their playoff hopes in Week 18.While the Colts have confidence they can improve upon the surprising nine-win campaign, isn't as bullish.With a win total set at 8.5, Schwartz explained why he's picking the under."The secondary could be really bad, and they face C.J. Stroud, Jordan Love, Trevor Kenny Pickett Jersey Lawrence and Tua Tagovailoa in five of the first eight games of the season. Indy was 6-3 in one-score games last year and really didn A.j. Brown Jersey t add anyone impactful outside the draft, so Id be concerned about the Colts repeating last years nine-win season," Schwartz said.It's certainly going to be an interesting campaign. Richardson flashed a lot of upside in his four starts during his rookie season, but it's also clear he has a lot of growing to do before he's a consistent playmaker.The Texans are the biggest threat to repeat as division champions, but the Colts also defeated Houston 31-20 in their first meeting last season. A Jason Poe Jersey lot of things have changed since then, of course, but it's something to remember.Much of the team's succe s will come down to the growth of Richardson under center. They will go as he goes. The preseason of what that Roderick Johnson Jersey roller coaster will look like.With two weeks remaining until the start of the season, it's anyone's gue s as to how that will go.MORE COLTS

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It took Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith a few years to find his footing in the NFL, but he's quietly become one of Brandon Knight Jersey the league's most accurate pa sers over the last few seasons in Seattle. While Smith's stats took a slight hit in 2023, he generally takes what the defense gives him and doesn't force the ball outside the numbers.The 33-year-old has pa sed for 50 touchdowns and 20 interceptions since taking over for Ru sell Wilson as the starting QB in 2022.Smith was among the most efficient quarterbacks in the league when pa sing between Luke Kennard Jersey the numbers last season. As NFL analyst Warren Sharp highlights below, Smith ranked third in between-the-numbers pa sing in 2023.top QBs pa sing between the numbers:1. Kirk Cousins2. Jared Goff3. Geno Smith4. C.J. Stroud5. Lamar Jackson6. Jake Browning7. Brock Purdy8. Tua Tagovailoa9. Ryan Tannehill10. Baker Mayfield11. Jordan Love12. Dak Prescott13. Justin Richard Hamilton Jersey Fields14. Joe Burrow15. Josh Warren Sharp (@SharpFootball) Only Kirk Cousins and Jared Goff were better than Smith when pa sing between the numbers last year. Cousins received a four-year, $180 million contract from the Atlanta Falcons in free agency and Goff just signed a four-year, $212 million extension to stay in Detroit Bruce Brown Jr. Jersey .Both players are set to earn significantly more than Smith, who is due roughly $65 million Saben Lee Jersey over the next two seasons. Smith's contract gives the Seahawks flexibility for the future, but he likely won't be going anywhere soon if he continues to play at a high level.Seattle has been a great fit for the former second-round pick. Hopefully, young Sam Howell can learn a thing or two from Smith this season.

If you followed the race for the NFL's No. 1 overall pick in the 2020 draft, you surely don't need a history le son as it relates to the ' yearlong desire to acquire quarterback . Despite falling short of acquiring the No. 1 pick, the Dolphins' dream was realized when they selected Tagovailoa with the fifth pick.The Dolphins, who are 3-0 this season with their prized rookie under center, are 6-3 and in first place in the AFC East, a division that's been owned by the for nearly 20 years. Speaking of New England, the Vlatko CanCar Jersey Patriots can actually help the Dolphins this week as it relates to the 2021 draft. How the Patriots can do that leads off our five Week 11 games that may help determine who gets the first pick in this year's draft.Before we get to the games, here's my top-10 draft pick predictions based on the current draft order.1. Jets - QB Trevor Lawrence, Clemson 2. Jaguars - QB Justin Fields, Ohio State 3. Cowboys - CB Patrick Surtain, Alabama 4. Washington - QB Mac Jones, Alabama 5. Chargers - DE Gregory Rou seau, Miami 6. Dolphins - LB Micah Parsons, Penn State 7. Bengals - OL Penei Sewell, Oregon 8 Michael Porter Jr. Jersey . Giants - WR Ja'Marr Chase, LSU 9. Panthers - OL Wyatt Davis, OL 10. Falcons - DL Kwity Paye, Michigan New England (4-5) at Houston (2-7)1 p.m. ET(CBS, stream onCBS All Acce s)One of the a sets Miami acquired last summer after trading and to Houston was the ' 2021 first-round pick. As it currently stands, that would be the No. 6 overall pick. A Houston home lo s to the Patriots (who have won two straight after a 2-5 start) would likely make that a top-five draft pick this time next week. Regardle s of what happens on Sunday, it appears that the Dolphins are destined to pick somewhere in the top 10 for a second straight year. While I currently have them taking Parsons, the Dolphins could decide to reunite Tagovailoa with his college teammate, Alabama receiver Jaylen Waddle.New York Jets (0-9) at Los Angeles Chargers (2-7)4:05 p.m. ET(CBS, stream onCBS All Acce s)While they have a Rookie of the Year candidate in (last year's No. 6 overall pick), the Chargers haven't found a way to win close games. Each of their seven lo ses this season has been by eight or fewer points after losing 10 such games in 2019. If this trend continues, the Chargers will again have a top-10 pick, which they will likely use on either a pa s rusher or a receiver to complement Herbert.Given health and consistency i sues in his two-plus seasons in New York, the Jets are expected to select Trevor Lawrence if they do secure the No. 1 Will Barton Jersey overall pick. If the Jets surprise the ma ses and decide to stick with Darnold, they will likely land an impre sive haul for trading out of the pick.Pittsburgh (9-0) at Jacksonville (1-8)1 p.m. ET(CBS, stream onCBS All Acce s)Like the Jets, the Jaguars may be deciding between sticking with their current quarterback or drafting one of the top Jamal Murray Jersey quarterbacks in the draft. While the Jaguars liked enough to decide to trade to the , it's going to be significantly harder to stick with Minshew if Justin Fields is available with the No. 2 pick. Fields, who threw 41 touchdowns against just three interceptions for in 2019, is completing 86.7% of his pa ses for the third-ranked Buckeyes, who are preparing to face the ninth-ranked Indiana Hoosiers on Saturday.Cincinnati (2-6-1) at Washington (2-7)1 p.m. ET(CBS, stream onCBS All Acce s)The loser of this game will improve their odds at landing a top-five draft pick. The players that are likely on the Bengals' radar are Oregon offensive lineman Penei Sewell, Michigan defensive lineman Kwity Paye or receiver Ja'Marr Chase, a former college teammate of Bengals quarterback . And while Washington will have several positions it looks to addre s during the '21 draft, the Football Team is expected to use its first pick on a quarterback, even if Lawrence and Fields are out of reach.Dallas (2-7) at Malik Beasley Jersey Minnesota (4-5)4:25 p.m. ET(Fox, stream on Fubo TV,)The Cowboys are expected to spend their first-round pick on their woeful defense. But if they somehow manage to secure a top-two pick, will Dallas flirt with the idea of selecting Lawrence or Fields? Jerry Jones recently said that , but that could certainly change if the Cowboys are in position to select one of the top rated quarterbacks in the draft. In the proce s, the Cowboys would free up much-needed cap space while allowing Prescott to sign his coveted long-term contract somewhere else. An unlikely scenario, but one worth keeping in mind.

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The begin mandatory minicamp on Tuesday, and the three-day period is the final time the team will practice until the start of training camp in July.Though mandatory minicamp won't make or break the roster status of most players, it is highly beneficial for rookies to learn the playbook and prepare for their first training camp, and for players fighting for roster positioning to leave a lasting impre sion on the coaches until late July, when training camp begins.The Raiders have quite a few players to keep an eye on during this week's practices, but we've narrowed the list down to six.Raiders to watch at minicampThe QuarterbacksLas Vegas' quarterback competition between Aidan O'Connell and Gardner Minshew has been the top storyline for months now. Head coach Antonio Pierce will have to choose between a young player with upside versus a veteran Walt Frazier Jersey who has shown he can be a serviceable starter but has spent most of his career as a backup.Both quarterbacks nearly led their teams to the playoffs in 2023. O'Connell showed glimpses of fantastic play in his rookie campaign, but he also had his fair share of struggles. Minshew nearly led the Colts to a division title last year and has proven that he can hold his own as a starter.While the quarterback competition won't be won or lost in mandatory minicamp, it will take center stage this week. We'll see if there's any change in rep distribution after the signal-callers have split them up until this point.G Jackson Powers-JohnsonPowers-Johnson didn't see much action in OTAs because he was, so we'll be keeping an eye on his status for mandatory minicamp to see if he can get back on the field.The 2024 second-round pick is expected to step in as the Raiders' starting guard this season and provide excellent pa s protection and elite versatility. The 21-year-old allowed zero sacks and four quarterback pre sures in Elfrid Payton Jersey his collegiate career and will look to establish himself as a core member of Las Vegas' future plans.The rookiesOn top of JPJ, we'll be keeping an eye on the entire rookie cla s and especially the 2024 RJ Barrett Jersey draft cla s to see if they're standing out and getting any first-team reps.Offensive tackle DJ Glaze, cornerback Decamerion Richardson, linebacker Tommy Eichenberg, running back Dylan Laube, safety Trey Taylor and cornerback M.J. Devonshire are all vying for depth roles, and Richardson and Glaze have an outside shot to grab a starting role.As for first-round pick Brock Bowers, he figures to have a prominent role in the offense from the jump, although he'll need to keep progre sing. So far, Bowers has managed to stand out for his playmaking ability and versatility.In addition to the draft cla s, undrafted free agents will have an opportunity to shine and help their cause ahead of training camp next month.CB Jakorian BennettBennett struggled in his rookie campaign, as he lost his starting job after four games, dealt with injury, and scored a 41.1 coverage grade. Though Bennett's rookie season was one to forget, the 23-year-old has a chance to snag a starting spot in training camp.Las Vegas doesn't have an established CB2 on the outside opposite Jack Jones, and Bennett is a leading candidate to capture that Nerlens Noel Jersey role. Getting first-team reps and performing well in minicamp this week would be an ideal step for the former Maryland standout as he looks to secure a prominent role on the defense.Thayer Munford Jr.Munford Jr. is expected to take over as the starting right tackle this season after the departure of Jermaine Eluemunor, and after the Raiders didn't spend a high draft pick on the position.The 24-year-old still has room to grow but was inconsistent in pa s protection last season, allowing four sacks and 28 QB pre sures in 521 snaps. The former Ohio State Buckeye did perform well in the run game, scoring an 80.4 run-blocking grade.Munford Jr. will have to display improved pa s protection in minicamp and training camp if he wants to be the starter at the right tackle in 2024.Tre TuckerIn limited playing time, Tucker showcased Dick Barnett Jersey his big play ability, as he averaged 17.4 yards per reception and had three catches over 40 yards on just 34 targets. The 23-year-old's versatility to play in the slot and on the outside could be a valuable a set for offensive coordinator Luke Getsy. Tucker will compete with Michael Gallup and Jalen Guyton for the WR3 role, and a strong minicamp would be a step in the right direction in earning that role.Tyree WilsonWilson had a disappointing rookie season, as he tallied just 3.5 sacks and 24 QB pre sures while playing le s than 50% of the team's defensive snaps. Despite that, Wilson has an opportunity to seize valuable playing time in 2024.The 24-year-old has the versatility to move around on the defensive line and has the talent to be a disruptive pa s rusher. Performing well at mandatory minicamp and training camp will be vital for Wilson's 2024 outlook.

Last year, it was clear that Peyton Manning would be among those enshrined to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The all-time great quarterback's status was never in doubt, and he was voted in during his first year on the ballot.The 2022 Pro Football Hall of fame ballot doesn't have a shoo-in of Manning's caliber among its J.R. Smith Jersey ranks. It may not even have candidates like Charles Woodson and Calvin Johnson, who were enshrined in the Hall of Fame as part of last year's ceremony.Still, there are plenty of talented players that will and should be inducted. There just aren't as many clear cut-and-dry cases among the 15 finalists for 2022.IYER:There are three first-time nominees among the final 15 this year. Andre Johnson, DeMarcus Ware and Devin Hester are all hoping to make it to Canton during their first years on the ballot. All have a good case, but Lonzo Ball Jersey Hester's will be one to watch closely, as no return specialist has ever made the Hall of Fame on those merits alone.Nine of the nominees on the 2022 ballot were also on the 2021 ballot. They just weren't among the candidates that got into the Danny Green Jersey Hall of Fame. Of last year's final 15, only Clay Matthews Jr. failed to both be enshrined in Canton and wasn't a finalist again in 2022.MORE: Which players are next to join the Pro Football Hall of Fame? Sporting News is tracking the institution's induction announcement. Below is a full list of the honorees:Modern-era players (in order of announcement)LeRoy Butler, S, 1990-2001Bryant Young, DL, 1994-2007Sam Mills, LB, 1986-1997Richard Seymour, DL, 2001-2012Tony Boselli, OT, 1995-2002CoachesDick Vermeil, Eagles (1976-82), Rams (1997-99) and Chiefs (2001-05)Contributors (non-coach, Jordan Bell Jersey non-player)Art McNally, former director of officiatingSeniors (last played more than 25 years ago)Cliff Branch, WR, 1972-86SUPER BOWL:Modern-era playersJared Allen, DE, 2004-15Willie Anderson, OT, 1996-2008Ronde Barber, DB, 1997-2012Tony Boselli, OT, 1995-2002LeRoy Butler, S, 1990-2001Devin Hester, KR/PR, 2006-16Torry Holt, WR, 1999-2009Andre Johnson, WR, 2003-16Sam Mills, LB, 1986-1997Richard Seymour, DL, 2001-2012Zach Thomas, LB, 1996-2008DeMarcus Ware, DE, 2005-16Reggie Wayne, WR, 2001-14Patrick Willis, LB, 2007-14Bryant Young, DL, 1994-2007 Alex Caruso Jersey

The Week 5 Power Rankings are here -- and so is some serious movement. Yes, at the quarter pole, we're reshuffling the deck. Hey, but that's what makes this whole deal fun, right? Almost as fun as The Seahawks won the football game. Stripes blew a call that would've factored in. Cake is delicious. Patrick Claybon (@PatrickClaybon) Agreed on the first point. The had 55 minutes to do something on offense. And yes, we'll never know what would've happened from the 1-yard line. Oh, and I'm going with mint-chocolate ice cream cake, maybe with a plastic on top -- instead of the SpongeBob piece Baskin-Robbins always puts on there nowadays. No SpongeBob.Detroit wasn't the only team to experience misfortune in Week 4. If the Cowboys ever heal up and actually make the playoffs, the NFL MVP should go to their training staff. Scott Barnes (@barnes2000) And they are down two more players -- ugh.Yes, you will find that those dropped more than a couple spots, based on more than just . In fact, they were leapfrogged by a division rival in the proce s, keeping the NFC East's highest-ranked team parked squarely at 15. (At least it's the top half, right?)For the full hierarchical breakdown, take a look below. Feel free Joe Harris Jersey to share your take: is the place. If you decide to hold out on leaving a comment, make sure you .Let the di sension commence!NOTE: The lineup below reflects changes from our .PREVIOUS RANKINGS: | | | | If you close your eyes and think of nothing else through a quarter of the season, dream only of rolling to his left, flicking a 40-something-yard throw perfectly over the shoulder of a defensive back to a guy wearing 89 in green and white, hugged up against the sideline, arms outstretched. set up a score that gave Green Bay a 14-3 advantage Consider it yet another exhibit of how unstoppable this team can be in significant situations, as Jones' grab-and-drag converted a third-and-seven in a 7-3 ballgame, on a day when the did not look like the offensive juggernaut they are. Man, what a play from the league's MVP and a wideout clearly on his wavelength. The bye week in New England meant additional time for fans to send along their tweets regarding how awesome their team is. No fanbase tweets such things more ... fans hop on Twitter as much, but in their case, it's more *"Hey, we're still kinda good!"* or -- a favorite -- *"Your (sic) an idiot."* Truth is, New England is a premier team right now -- and surprisingly, the defense is a large reason for that. The unit might not be setting the world on fire, but is solid enough for , who, well, is setting the world on fire. How difficult it must be to gameplan for these right now. You never know who's going to get the football or be the focal point of the offense. got more touches out of the backfield than , but the latter scored three touchdowns. A week after posted 227 yards, he was outgained by (84 yards on four catches), who had posted all of 77 yards combined through the three prior weeks of play. Meanwhile, the run-pa s ratio was fantastic, with coordinator Hue Jackson overseeing 26 run plays versus 24 pa ses. You couldn't draw it up any better. If Wade Phillips doesn't win the A sistant Coach of the Year award this season, seriously strange things will be afoot at the NFL Honors show ... like walking away with the MVP. Give -- who sometimes looks like a 17-year-old with old-man strength out there -- and heaps of glory. Sing songs about 's in (and about ). But make no mistake, it's clear who this team's MVP is: Wade. Phillips. What in the world has gotten into these ? Dan Quinn certainly has exceeded everyone's expectations, especially on defense. The undefeated now have a turnover differential of plus-six (including four takeaways second only to Carolina in the NFL. On a day when the racked up 48 points, how in the world did only catch four pa ses for 38 yards? If you're a Jones fantasy owner, seeing the final score and then seeing Jones' output must have been like getting excited after finding the four quarters you need to wash your underwear ... only to learn your landlord suddenly changed the price to five quarters. Not to be too specific or anything. Not like I recommended Jones in daily fantasy last week on national TV or anything. You think would like to have that last throw back? Watching live, I thought there was no way Arizona was losing the game. If you mi sed it, Palmer had rookie wide open on a slant on fourth-and-2 with his team down by two points late in the fourth quarter -- and overthrew him by a couple of yards. Of course, set an ominous tone for the day. For now, Arizona is 3-1 with a clear lead in the NFC West. The Cards have heading into their Week 9 bye. When they Bruce Arians could be 6-2 and fighting for first place. Don't want to look ahead, but we're looking ahead. Why does nobody talk about the ? Should we start calling them the little, since they are vastly ignored? Sure, your friendly writer doesn't have them ranked as high as other undefeated teams ... but he did even after went down. That's the one spot in the universe where the ma ses and parted ways this season. Yet, all this club has done is win nine of its last 10 games. I don't want to you off the deep end, fans, but this Darrell Bevell offense struggles so much that it might be too much for even a top-flight defense to overcome. Fortunately, Seattle's defense is even better than top-flight -- with back in the fold, that is. Twenty drives in the past two games: 18 punts, one fumble, one field goal allowed. Good grief, these guys are dominant. Remember Week 1, when the ? Yeah, those days are gone. Oh, , how you make games interesting. Still not sure whether that was a fumble toward the end of I'd say no. Either way, count me among the millions (thousands Kevin Durant Jersey ?) who thought the game was over at that point. Given the holding penalty to extend the ' last-gasp drive (Miami was down 27-14 with le s than seven minutes to play) in the fourth, then the OPI on the apparent touchdown, then the Ivory fumble non-fumble, followed by ... thought this tweet the most appropriate way to describe the New York win: That's so Jets. Aaron Nagler (@AaronNagler) in Buffalo. The score might have been 24-10, but this was one of those games fans will look back on as a lost opportunity. Especially considering the lo s to the was at home. That's not to say the didn't earn the win, but when you suffer through 17 penalties, go 0 for 3 in the red zone and turn the football over twice, you're suffering abuse at your own hands. Major kudos to the mafia, who solved our last week (answer: Joe Cribbs) in droves, to the point that we couldn't respond to every answer. in a game most didn't give them a chance to win, thanks to some timely catches by a timely (and explosive) and a reaaal timely read-and-react pick What a play that was. So fans are disappointed with the lo s, and with the organization, but 2-2 with an interconference lo s is no big deal. If Mike Zimmer can push this roster to 10 wins, Sunday's "L" won't factor into tiebreakers. The NFL got its first real dose of . Man, oh man -- if that's what we're in for... Move over, , and take notice, . Gurley looked awesome. For a big man with an almost Eddie George-esque body, Gurley produced some gorgeous runs. Then the rookie had the presence of mind -- or good sense to listen to his teammates in the huddle -- to down himself and burn clock late. That play reminded me of a similar occurrence when Brian Westbrook was toasting the in 2007 and tackled himself after a big run late in the game, to keep the clock running. This Gurley kid has some of Westbrook's shimmy, with the stature to be a bell-cow back in the era of the committee. As a non-SEC watcher, am I overreacting on Gurley? ( ) Mixed reviews regarding Some felt the vet fared well, while others thought he was terrible (mostly due to The answer probably lies somewhere Garrett Temple Jersey in between, although it was clear offensive coordinator Todd Haley was hamstrung in his play-calling ability. who for years had been one of the top kickers in pro football. is no gimme. Sans -- and, apparently, -- the -led Sunday. That's two football weekends in a row this team has pulled an escape act. Wondering how the did it vs. Jacksonville? Here's the answer: They made the plays when they had to, starting with -- but not limited to -- making his kicks. Like it or not, that's part of the game. Here's what's not the answer for this team: firing Chuck Pagano midseason. Show me multiple times that's worked in pro football. Sneaky, sneaky, these are. Big Blue is 2-2 and suddenly tied for first place in the NFC East, albeit with a head-to-head lo s to the . Yet, with the latter starting , absorbing numerous injuries and having lost two in a row, New York is in the driver's seat. eventually could loom large, as well. Effort of the day in Buffalo: ' to put his team up 24-10 in the fourth quarter. Doesn't matter who you root for -- that was a staggeringly awesome football play by an underrated running back. #respect seemingly has sealed up another MVP trophy (OK, maybe it's a little early ...), discu sion abounds about and his arm, and people lament the punchle s sans . Meanwhile, one QB continues to call plays at the line, holler ince santly and play Hall of Very Good (if not ) football. looked fantastic again on Sunday, racking up 358 yards and three touchdowns through the air. He avoided throwing a single interception, and currently boasts a robust 105.3 pa ser rating on the season. Some yawn -- we take notice. #17 The season started off so glowingly, or swimmingly, or whatever word would aptly describe and wingin' it like Len Dawson out there. Three tough games have come and gone since that over the , and the have no more wins now than they did then. Look, then traveling was clearly a tall order. What Kansas City needed was merely to steal one of those games. late in the lo s to the is the play of the ' young season thus far. Next up: Call it a must-win. Seriously. The hits keep coming -- except this isn't like the 1999 Rangers with Pudge, Palmeiro and Juan Gone. Nope, these are the IR kind. -- he of the University of North Texas (a fine, fine institution a certain NFL.com hack may or may not have attended) -- . is in the league's concu sion protocol. The good news is ... Well, there isn't too much good news, other than the fact Dallas is hanging in games. At least . That should go well. Considering surely isn't sticking his chest out over this latest performance. Speaking of his chest, let's hope he doesn't let any more footballs You have to feel for the guy, who was, after all, one of the reasons Oakland got off to a promising 2-1 start. He has 377 total yards of offense in four games, and before the season is done, will probably average over 100 yards from scrimmage per game. Murray is legit, and despite the fact that the highlight shows are making him look like anything but right now, he will be one of the top running backs in football this year. #markitdown on Sunday was a thing of football beauty. Making that kind of grab -- then holding on despite immediately getting popped -- is worthy of a division win in and of itself. Leaning on the running game (32 rushes for 127 yards) and one of the better front sevens in the league led to Washington winning third down -- and, ultimately, the game. Philly went 4 for 13 on third and fourth downs, while the 'Skins were 9 for 17 -- all the difference in . Nice poise, . As Cousin Eddie would say, the AFC North has been on John Harbaugh's club . The escaped Pittsburgh with . At 1-3, we're saying there's a Jeff Green Jersey chance. Major props to , who hasn't panicked -- and looked the part of a feature back Thursday night. Up until then, he had been plowing into walls, not holes. but is that the difference between winning and losing for Chip Kelly's bunch right now? Sitting on the set of "NFL GameDay Blitz" on NFL Now (fun show, if you haven't caught it), Ike Taylor kept reminding us how different it is for a back like Murray or to get the ball out of the shotgun, as opposed to receiving it in the pistol or I-formation, where a back can get some push-off. It's a worthy thought. Meanwhile, , looked more like the quarterback we saw in than what, or who, we saw . #PowerRankingspositivethoughts It was bye time in Nashville -- Toby Keith, Brooks & Dunn and the guy with the seashell chokers all took the week off. So did the 1-2 , who have been far peppier through three games than most anticipated. Sure, was gut-wrenching, but I don't want to be a Negative Nancy: How about the fact that Tenne see isn't laying down for anybody right now? The biggest area to improve going forward? Limiting big plays in the pa sing game. You've heard about -- and -- ad nauseam by now. It was a horrible break for a team that climbed back into a tough football game. Did it lose the game? No. Rarely does one play do that. Does Detroit's defense deserve way more credit for its performance? Absolutely. I was listening to some really bad '80s music with Daniel Jeremiah in the locker room at NFL Network, discu sing what the problem is with the ' offense, and DJ brought up this new system and whether it's the appropriate fit for . He isn't the only one to suggest Stafford mi ses Scott Linehan. The ' attack this season looks dysfunctional even by standards. **Side note 1:** is a difference maker. **Side note 2:** was DJ's song of choice. </content:power-ranking> Is this a bad time to let Jags fans know ? Too soon? People were mercile s in their ripping of Scobee, who mi sed two kicks into a 10 mph wind while kicking hurt for the . Meanwhile, mi ses two long kicks -- in what is e sentially a dome -- and keeps his job. You don't have to tell Jags fans that Myers should've made that last one -- and you also don't have to tell them what an outstanding pro Scobee was in Jacksonville. **Random thought:** showed signs of being the QB the franchise was hoping for, but I still wish he used his legs even more. </content:power-ranking> Whole lotta folks have been howling for . Well, just shot them all a one-finger salute with his stellar performance . For all those people who are still howling for John Football -- side note: McCown might be old enough to actually have seen in the theater -- the staff clearly feels that the veteran gives the team the best chance to win. Hard to argue with 32-of-41 pa sing for 356 yards, two touchdowns and no picks. -- on an interim basis, of course. Last time I saw Campbell, he was sporting and catching a touchdown pa s in Texas Stadium vs. the . The tight end-turned-head coach now faces the challenge of leading an AFC East squad that has both games left against the , as well as road tests vs. the and . Miami might go 0-6 in the division. One month ago, many analysts had this team challenging New England. So much to say about -- most importantly, how nice it was to see the finally get some on an offseason move. In this case, it was paying out major dividends with . The acquisitions of the last few years ( , , and so on) largely have failed to translate into wins. On Sunday, the Spiller pickup reversed this trend. And for all those claiming is showing clear signs of regre sion, tell me this: How do you measure the value of team leadership? Just wondering. That much-maligned defense came to play in The Giant Altar to Denim . OK, so maybe San Francisco has dropped three in a row since , but holding to 17 points and 5 for 15 on third down is pretty doggone good -- even if no one in the Bay Area has ever uttered the phrase "doggone good." The offense? 3.9 yards per play. No more commentary needed. Or wanted, I bet. Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot Jersey Houston got back in the fold and played a team that had just . So where in the world did emanate from? Bear in mind, that score came with the tapping -- er, stomping on -- the brakes in the second half. It's back to the drawing board for a defense that really could use Wade Phillips right now. There, I said it. Props to , who has made more than his fair share of big kicks for the over the years. (The 2006 divisional-round win over Seattle immediately springs to mind.) The longest-tenured member of the team sealed the deal on -- one that came against a club that is clearly no joke. And hey, if you are going to rip on a routine basis, you'd better give him credit when he goes 5 for 8 while driving the team nearly 50 yards in the two-minute drill, setting up Gould for . (Oh, and that included a bad drop, too.) Before you start pulling out the turnover tabulator on , who logged four interceptions , how about a little perspective? Vinny Testaverde, who ended up having a distinguished career, threw 35 picks in Year 2 for this very franchise. (OK, so Vinny's best days might not have come in the creamsicles, but I digre s.) How about , who has led the NFL in interceptions three times -- and has almost as many rings in a strong box somewhere? (Do people still use strong boxes, or is that too "Da Vinci Code"?) Follow Elliot Harrison on Twitter .

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