g-dawg Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 http://www.atlantafalcons.com/media-lounge/videos/Falcons-Among-Top-Three-Teams-to-Watch-in-2015/10b191a2-f69f-41ba-8ea6-0f17df6f763fCharley Casserly - Falcons part starts at 4:11Defense has hurt FalconsSchedule is easier this yearw/ Matt Ryan and Julio - chance to win every gameBeasley will absolutely help the passrushJustin Durant really good LBAdrian Clayborn will help in the passrush rotationShanahan's scheme and Tevin Coleman will get running game goingrun ball better, with zone scheme - big playsbetter passrush - better defenseCollins, CB from LSU will help as wellDan Quinn is very good football coach, excellent motivator,dynamicmore than anything, increased talent level on defense - aggressive scheme and Beasley will help in passrush Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g-dawg Posted May 22, 2015 Author Share Posted May 22, 2015 I think I agree w/ Charley on Giants and Rams as well - I like all those teams to be improved. Watch out for Rams if Gurley is ready to start the season - that defense w/ Gurley in running game and at least a decent QB in Nick Foles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falconidae Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 Giants just lost their LT for at least half a year, didn't they?Agree with his assessment of the Falcons, really excited to see what they look like in OTAs and TC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtlantaFanatic Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 I think our defense got significantly better this year.The ONLY position where I can even say we probably got worse is FS. Got WAY better at both OLB positions.Got better at DEGot better at DT (assuming Jarret can contribute. We at least didn't get worse and it wasn't a position of weakness for us)Got better at CBAlready had a good SS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lornoth Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 Casserly seems to say good things about us often. Agree on the Rams though definitely. They've been beating those powerhouses in their division for years now. Now they have an upgraded QB in Foles and if Gurley's going? They could win that division. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert_Falcon Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 I think I agree w/ Charley on Giants and Rams as well - I like all those teams to be improved. Watch out for Rams if Gurley is ready to start the season - that defense w/ Gurley in running game and at least a decent QB in Nick Foles."Decent" I think I under selling it. On Offense the have some talent and their D is awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Negatorris Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 The Rams went 8-8 in the best division in football with career backup QBs. The Falcons would have no doubt went 0-16. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lornoth Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 The Rams went 8-8 in the best division in football with career backup QBs. The Falcons would have no doubt went 0-16.We did beat a division rival of theirs, remember. Give us credit; 1-15, maybe even 2-14. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sponge Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 We did beat a division rival of theirs, remember. Give us credit; 1-15, maybe even 2-14. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g-dawg Posted May 22, 2015 Author Share Posted May 22, 2015 "Decent" I think I under selling it. On Offense the have some talent and their D is awesome.you think saying Rams offense is "decent" is underselling them? really? outside of Gurley, who is even average on the offense. The defense is elite but 1/2 a football team does not earn you anything more than decent - we have seen that with our Falcons the last two years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KRUNKuno Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 We couldve easily been a playoff team last year had it not been for 2-3 boneheaded game management decisions by our former coach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Negatorris Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 We did beat a division rival of theirs, remember. Give us credit; 1-15, maybe even 2-14.My scenario was implying we didnt have a franchise QB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PokerSteve Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 I think Casserly is right about the Falcons, but I don't see why there would be a serious problem for anybody/everybody else who follows the Atlanta Falcons to reach the same conclusion. We were just a couple of bonehead HC decisions from 8-8 last year. We've updated and upgraded almost every position on the roster, and then went beyond that by hiring one of the most dynamic and promising young defensive gurus in the league for a HC, and then to top that, we dumped Dimitroff from the lead role in scouting and the draft. Our new OC is one of the best and brightest and has proven his talent in establishing a strong running game every place he's been.This team should win around 10 or 11 games this regular season. But even better, I think they will be strong contenders to go deep in the play-offs, whether they get there as a division winner or wildcard team. By season's end, barring injury, this team should be rolling like a freight train on offense and wreaking some serious havoc on defense. So, while I commend Mr. Casserly for his views, I hardly think he had to delve too deeply into his crystal ball to make this prediction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Dog Named Brian Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 Casserly is one of my favorites on NFL Network, he's unfortunately a part of a very very small pool of good analysts on their show. Of course, the same can be said for ESPN, Fox Sports, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lornoth Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 My scenario was implying we didnt have a franchise QB.Oh I see, I read your post wrong. Yeah without Ryan we don't win a thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwifalcon Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 If it happens and we improve alot you can bet the naysayers on here won't point to coaching or improved drafting of talent but youcan bet your bottom $$$$ the weak schedule will be front and center before anything else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Dog Named Brian Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 If it happens and we improve alot you can bet the naysayers on here won't point to coaching or improved drafting of talent but youcan bet your bottom $$$$ the weak schedule will be front and center before anything else.It amazes me the lengths some of our 'fans' go to in order to discredit the team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwifalcon Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 It amazes me the lengths some of our 'fans' go to in order to discredit the teamIts unfortunate fact in this neck of the woods.I put it down to the history of this team and the inept way its been run which has translated over the years to consistent failiure and like a disease that is hard to cure its spread to alot of our fans minds aswell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Dog Named Brian Posted May 22, 2015 Share Posted May 22, 2015 Its unfortunate fact in this neck of the woods.I put it down to the history of this team and the inept way its been run which has translated over the years to consistent failiure and like a disease that is hard to cure its spread to alot of our fans minds aswell.Only thing that's going to change that is a little more time. We're making all the right moves for the most part, we're getting there. Matty will have a Super Bowl ring or two with the Falcons when it's all said and done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draftnut57 Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 http://www.atlantafalcons.com/media-lounge/videos/Falcons-Among-Top-Three-Teams-to-Watch-in-2015/10b191a2-f69f-41ba-8ea6-0f17df6f763fCharley Casserly - Falcons part starts at 4:11Defense has hurt FalconsSchedule is easier this yearw/ Matt Ryan and Julio - chance to win every gameBeasley will absolutely help the passrushJustin Durant really good LBAdrian Clayborn will help in the passrush rotationShanahan's scheme and Tevin Coleman will get running game goingrun ball better, with zone scheme - big playsbetter passrush - better defenseCollins, CB from LSU will help as wellDan Quinn is very good football coach, excellent motivator,dynamicmore than anything, increased talent level on defense - aggressive scheme and Beasley will help in passrushHe is just repeating what I've been saying Since the hire of Quinn ,, Then our Awesome draft...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falconidae Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 I think Casserly is right about the Falcons, but I don't see why there would be a serious problem for anybody/everybody else who follows the Atlanta Falcons to reach the same conclusion. We were just a couple of bonehead HC decisions from 8-8 last year. We've updated and upgraded almost every position on the roster, and then went beyond that by hiring one of the most dynamic and promising young defensive gurus in the league for a HC, and then to top that, we dumped Dimitroff from the lead role in scouting and the draft. Our new OC is one of the best and brightest and has proven his talent in establishing a strong running game every place he's been.This team should win around 10 or 11 games this regular season. But even better, I think they will be strong contenders to go deep in the play-offs, whether they get there as a division winner or wildcard team. By season's end, barring injury, this team should be rolling like a freight train on offense and wreaking some serious havoc on defense. So, while I commend Mr. Casserly for his views, I hardly think he had to delve too deeply into his crystal ball to make this prediction.Dam, it's like I hacked into your account. I'm always optimistic, but makes me feel good when someone who isn't agrees with me.I think this team may be a lot of fun to watch in the playoffs, Ryan may finally have a run game and a defense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egoprime II Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 We have a Pro Bowl QB, which instantly adds some wins for us....if we can keep him upright, which ZBS-type linemen unfortunately are not known to do. One thing I never see mentioned, is...IS our Run D improved? We think so, we -hope- so...but no one talks about it. How useful are our pass rushers and big play offense, if the other team simply runs the ball down our teams' throats? We need marked improvement from both our lines this year, will we get it? Jury's out, folks... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tl;dr Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 It comes down to the OL. If the OL has improved, the sky is the limit for this offense. Throw in what should be an improved pass rush and run defense, and I think we win the South this year. Can this team win a road playoff game in Green Bay or Seattle? I have no idea. If the OL plays well, Ryan has shown time and time again that he will pick you apart. Solid OL play and winning in Seattle or Green Bay is very possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vandy Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 He is just repeating what I've been saying Since the hire of Quinn ,, Then our Awesome draft......So Charley stalks our boards? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldskooler Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 If it happens and we improve alot you can bet the naysayers on here won't point to coaching or improved drafting of talent but youcan bet your bottom $$$$ the weak schedule will be front and center before anything else.Except that the schedule isn't guaranteed to be "easy". Every year, there is churn in the good/bad teams.Except the Dolphins, who seem to have been perpetually mired in mediocrity since Marino's last few years. 7-9 wins seemingly like clockwork almost every season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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