falcons

I know Michael Vick had a lot of nagging injuries that he quietly played through last season, but I am seriously beginning to have my doubts about whether or not he can lead the Falcons – or any team – to a Super Bowl championship.Vick can make the most astounding play you’ve ever seen one minute and follow that up with one that leaves you scratching your head in wonder the next. If Vick doesn’t learn how to operate an NFL offense from the pocket on a consistent basis, he could end up in the same boat as another supremely talented African-American quarterback who let his God-given talents go to waste (Randall Cunningham).
Atlanta wisely held on to backup Matt Schaub although they were inundated with offers for the talented second-stringer. If Vick goes down with another injury, which his style of play almost assuredly guarantees, Schaub can step in and be effective.love the elusive Warrick Dunn, who at 31-years-old, had the best season of his career last season by rushing for over 1,400 yards. However, I’m not sure if Atlanta made a wise choice by trading Dunn’s stable mate, T.J. Duckett, who provided the power to go along with Dunn’s speed.
Fullback Justin Griffith is an excellent lead blocker for Dunn and decent receiver out of the backfield. The Falcons are hoping that youngster, Jerious Norwood can replace Duckett without missing a beat, but until I see it, I’m going to remain skeptical. Unproven youngsters Roddy White and Michael Jenkins will start for Atlanta, which has been looking for competent wide receivers forever. Both players are young, fast and talented, but until I see that talent translate into on-field performance, I’m going to reserve judgment.