NFC West = NFL's Best Division?

       

          We've heard the sports media brainwash fans into believing the NFC West has been the weakest division for years. The division has participated in three NFC Championships and two Super Bowls since 2005. Seattle Seahawks versus Pittsburgh Steelers in 2005 proved to be a shame as the referees completely botched what was the Seahawks first time participating in the Super Bowl. Then in 2010 the Steelers and Cardinals put together possibly the best Super Bowl performances in NFL history.  Those who criticized the history and tradition of the NFC West since 2002 is sadly mistaken. This is the division of the 5x Super Bowl Champion 49ers and the St. Louis Rams "Greatest Show on Turf" historic football teams led by All Pro legends and NFL Hall of Famers. 

            Now let's take the history bundle it up and package it with the now, take a deep look at the NFC West and you will find the NFL's hardest hitting division. Yes, the Steelers and Ravens rule the defense of the recent past but those days are diminishing and the 49ers, Seahawks and Cardinals represent the new wave of NFL defense. Cardinals defensive "Red Storm" is loaded with talent ask Tom Brady and the fans in New England how many New York Giants Super Bowl flashbacks they had in week two as Darnell Dockett was breathing down Brady's neck. Have a conversation with Jerry Jones and Tony Romo about how the Cowboys only managed 7pts in their week two trip to the Great Northwest. Challenge the Seahawks uniquely built secondary and find out why their called the "Legion of Boom". Travel North to Wisconsin and find out what the cheeseheads think of the San Francisco 49ers after week one "They Are Who We Thought They Were". Patrick Willis led the NFL's best defense versus the potent offensive weapons of Aaron Rodgers Green Bay Packers and left a trail of melted Velveeta at Lambeau Field. 

            You heard of East Coast versus West Coast bias in the media and the NFL well here's the truth. 49ers, Seahawks, and Cardinals have three f the best and most gifted defenses in the NFL. Don't think for one second teams from the NFC South, NFC North and NFC East are going to come West of the Mississippi River and blow out candles at CandleStick Park, march into Arizona and steal water out of the dessert or visit Seattle and quiet the 12th Man. New Orleans Saints quest for a Super Bowl repeat died in Seattle 2011 buried beneath the rubble of the greatest NFL run in history and the Saints haven't recovered. The New York football Giants played the real 2012 Super Bowl in San Francisco and still thank St. Francis for a overtime miracle fumble. Like Cam Newton (2011), Robert Griffin III suffered his first NFL lost to a NFC West team falling to the St. Louis Rams in week two after plowing through the Drew Brees and the Saints in week one. 

            In the NFC West if you want to play in a shootout play the Rams besides that welcome to the new "Red and Blue Division". Welcome to the NFC West last one out turn the lights off, or you will be leaving in a casket your choice. Come hard or don't come at all it's a new season.

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Peyton Manning Enters Free Agency

The Indianapolis Colts and Jim Irsay answered the $28 million dollar question regarding Peyton Manning deciding to release Peyton from the Colts.  Releasing Peyton was one of the toughest decisions in Colts history. Peyton and the Colts convincingly came to a mutual agreement to move in separate directions. Addressing the media Peyton showed signs of emotion discussing his appreciation for the fans in Indianapolis and the Colts organization.

The next question for Peyton Manning is where he will play next? During the press conference Peyton announced that he had not thought about a destination for next season but was confident of his availability to play. Many rumors have circled with players tweeting and campaigning for Peyton to play in various locations.  From Seattle Washington to Miami Florida NFL franchises are competing for the #1 free agent in NFL history. The top NFL teams seeking the services of the all-time great and future Hall of Fame Quarterback include the Miami Dolphins, Arizona Cardinals, Seattle Seahawks and Kansas City Chiefs.

What about the NY Jets? Eli Manning, Peyton’s brother plays in New Jersey for the NY Giants and both Manning’s competing in the same city is not attractive. The thought process has to be for Peyton to play in his own market away from competing with Eli.

Questions regarding the Redskins, the real problem could be Mike Shanahan in Washington. Will Shanahan be comfortable with scraping the Redskins current offense and relinquishing control? Second do the Redskins want to go after Robert Griffin III and cement the future of the franchise? Watching the Redskins and how they handled the issue with Donovan McNabb should lead Peyton to possibly believe the Redskins are not a good fit.

Kansas City Chiefs are very intriguing; the Chiefs have the cap room and coaching staff that will allow Peyton Manning to flourish. The Chiefs have many offensive weapons running back Jamaal Charles is returning after suffering a season ending injury last season. The Chiefs also have weapons at the wide receiver position Dwayne Bowe, Jonathan Baldwin and Steve Breaston are reliable offensive weapons who could explode with the addition of Peyton Manning. Steve Breaston is one of the best slot receivers in the NFL and having big weapons at the outside wide receiver position is something Peyton can utilize. Historic Arrowhead would be a good place for Peyton to consider over the next week or two.

Seattle Seahawks and Pete Carroll have the pocket book of Paul Allen along with the cap space to make a huge splash after Peyton in free agency. Pete Carroll and John Schneider were the first NFL team to contact Peyton Manning after his release in Indianapolis. The 12^th Man in the Northwest represents the loudest crowd in the NFL providing a huge advantage for Peyton Manning to win in the future. In Seattle Peyton Manning would have an entire media market that stretches from Northern California into Vancouver Canada. Seahawks have the cap space to include Reggie Wayne to making the situation comfortable for Peyton. Peyton will also have the ability to have control most of the offense with Marshawn Lynch at his disposal. “Beast Mode” and Peyton together in Century Link (C-Link) together is a site the Seahawks fans are dreaming of tonight.

Arizona Cardinals winner of 7 out of their last 9 regular season games in 2011 are looking like a prime spot for the Hall of Fame Quarterback. Cardinals have cap room and are not as strapped to Kevin Kolb as many would think. Releasing Kevin Kolb for a healthy Peyton would not be a major decision for Ken Whisenhunt and the Cards front office. Arizona will make a hard push at Peyton and the opportunity for Larry Fitzgerald to catch Sunday, Monday and Thursday night footballs from Peyton should scare the entire NFL. If Peyton is healthy and signs in Arizona expect Reggie Wayne to follow creating a tandem of Fitzgerald and Wayne at wide receiver. The fans in Arizona are rabid feasting Cardinals who can be just as loud as the fans in Seattle. Southwest media market of 1.881 million and the Arizona weather will provide Peyton with a good home.

Miami Dolphins might be the favorite landing spot for Peyton next season. Reggie Wayne is eager to keep Peyton from charting a plane out of Florida. Reggie Wayne might be the biggest selling point here in Miami. Peyton and Wayne have been working out in South Florida. When Peyton departed Indianapolis after his last press conference as a Colt he flew back to Florida. This is a big sign that Peyton feels comfortable in South Beach. Peyton also has a home in the Miami area. On the football side of things the sun has not shine brighter in Miami since the days of Dan Marino. Reggie Bush has turned into a every down back and Brandon Marshall is a NFL top 5 wide receiver. If the only knock against Miami is the fact Tom Brady plays in the same division think again. Peyton never backs away from Tom when it comes to competition.

Outside of Seattle and Arizona the biggest decision for Peyton might be rather to compete against his brother Eli or his arch nemesis Brady. Over the next week or two rumors will continue to swirl until Peyton picks his final NFL destination. What team do you think Peyton will sign with?


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