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Tyler (Sacramento, CA): Hey Matt!! I was wondering which rookie this year drafted by the Cowboys will have the biggest impact this season. Thanks!!
Matt Mosley: (12:00 PM ET ) What's this? A Cowboys question? I think Felix Jones will make an immediate impact. Running backs don't usually take as long to adjust to the NFL. Cornerback Mike Jenkins is probably ready to contribute, but he'll have to wait in line behind Pacman Jones.
ray gordon reid brIstol conn 06010: QUESTION TO MATT MOSLEY at 12.10 pm HI MATt CAN GIANTS MAKE IT BACK TO SUPER TAMPA 2009
Matt Mosley: (12:06 PM ET ) Let's get this moving. I only see nine of you guys waiting in line. Ray, the Giants face an uphill battle. Most teams wait until the following season begins to have a Super Bowl hangover. The Giants waited maybe a month. Tom Coughlin likes to use distractions to help create a bond, but the Giants will have to fight through several issues. Jeremy Shockey isn't the type of person who will put his ego aside. He feels like he was treated like an outsider after he was injured. Wha the needs to realize is that EVERY injured player feels like that. The team has to move on without you. And in doing so, a kid named Kevin Boss proved that Shockey might not be as valuable as some of us thought.
Noah (NE): Where do you see the % fall for the backfield of GIANTS? Herd, Jacobs, Bradshaw, even isn't dayne there?
Matt Mosley: (12:07 PM ET ) Jacobs will still be the workhorse, but Bradshaw is one of those backs that can completely take over once the defense is worn down in the fourth quarter. If you're looking for a percentage look for it to be 60 percent Jacobs and 40 percent Bradshaw. Yes, I know they have other backs, but these two are the ones who count.
Ryan (PA): Who do you like in the NFC East? Does jason Taylor bump this skins up a bit?
Matt Mosley: (12:13 PM ET ) Ryan, I think the NFC East is beginning to rival the aforementioned AFC South for supremacy in the league. The Eages were only 8-8 last season, but they were playing good football down the stretch. Anyone who saw them manhandle the Cowboys in December knows what I'm talking about. If Donovan McNabb can stay healthy (and that's a big IF), the Eagles have a legitimate shot to win the division. Right now I have the Giants and Cowboys a little bit ahead of the Commanders and Eagles. And yes, the Taylor trade bumps the Commanders up a few notches in my estimation.
Glenn (Chesapeake, VA): Matt, How do you see the Commanders' WR rotation setting up?
Matt Mosley: (12:17 PM ET ) Glenn, the Chesapeake Bay feast on my ninth birthday is still the best meal I've ever had. In other news, the Commanders finally admitted that they can't sustain an offense with mighty mites. Santana Moss is a dangerous receiver, but I've never seen him as a No. 1. Steve Smith is a relatively small guy who's a No. 1, but he doesn't have a lot of company. Moss will continue to start, but I expect Devin Thomas and Malcolm Kelly to both make immediate impacts. They will help take the pressure off Chris Cooley, who was the team's only option at times last season. Any time you go a couple of months without getting a wide receiver in the end zone, it's a bad thing. I was just a bit surprised the Commanders didn't go after Jordy Nelson of Kansas State because they really liked him a lot.
Os (Jersey): Speaking of WR rotations, is Crayton going to suffice as #2 in Dallas?
Matt Mosley: (12:20 PM ET ) Os: That arrangement worked pretty well in 2007. Of course, it didn't exactly work out in the playoff game against the Giants. I think Crayton has the best hands on the team, but he has to come through in clutch situations. He spit the bit in the playoffs, and the Cowobys can't afford to have that happen again. The only reason Cowboys fans became consumed by the No. 2 receiver is because Jerry Jones led the way. When he couldn't make it happen, he wanted everyone to go back to talking about how Crayton would be a solid option.
Chris (Columbus, OH): Is this McNabb's last chance in Philadelphia? What do you think he will have to accomplish to stay?
Matt Mosley: (12:22 PM ET ) You can sort of write the McNabb "last chance" story every year, so no, I don't think it's his last chance. That said, the organization has to prepare to move forward without him if he suffers another injury. If he's healthy this season, the Eagles have a great shot at getting back in the playoffs.
Glenn (Chesapeake, VA): Thanks Matt! With all of that being said, it normally takes a few years for most WR's not named Randy Moss to make an impact in the league. Who do you think has the best chance to start immediately?
Matt Mosley: (12:23 PM ET ) Glenn: I talked to Vinny Cerrato about this very topic two weeks ago. From what I can tell, he thinks Thomas has the best chance of stepping in immediately. He has the big body, but he also has great speed.
SprungOnSports (Long Island): How do you think Jason Campbell will do in yet another new system?
Matt Mosley: (12:27 PM ET ) SprungOn: It's the question not enough of us are answering right now. It's easy to simply say that Taylor's a great player and move onto the next storyline. But I actually thought he would've been effective in the 3-4 defense that the Parcells Gang brought to South Florida. Contrary to some of the stuff you read, Taylor really enjoyed playing for Nick Saban. He would've gone back to some of that had he remained in Miami. I think he could be more effective as a pass-rushing specialist at this point in his career. Think Charles Haley in the early 90s. But the Commanders will ask him to play the run as well. They better have a plan for getting him off the field because I think we'll see him struggle if he's left on the field 90 percent of the time.
Mike (NJ): Quitely I think the Giants have one of the best o-line's in the league. That being said, can we really expect David Deihl to have another great season protecting the blindside?
Matt Mosley: (12:30 PM ET ) The Giants might not have the most talented bunch, but they play well as a unit. I don't see any reason why Diehl will fade after an excellent season. And now they've locked up Chris Snee, who has quietly become one of the best guards in the league. And don't underestimate the leadership that center Shaun O'Hara brings. I've gotten to know him a little bit and he has a ton of influence in that locker room.
David Fairborn, OH: I think SprungOnSports was asking about Jason Campbell
Matt Mosley: (12:33 PM ET ) Oops!! I have Jason Taylor on the brain because of yesterday's trade. How will Campbell do?
I think he'll love playing in Zorn's system. It's the type of offense he played in his senior season at Auburn. And I don't believe that team lost a game. Zorn has worked with Campbell on taking longer strides and getting lower in the pocket. I really think it's a nice match. So yes, it's tough to learn a bunch of new systems, but you can't use that as an excuse. This is a good system for Campbell. Sorry I didn't answer your original question.
Matt (Philly): Desean Jackson; is he the surprise rookie of the year? I saw him in training camp and he was burning Asante Samuel on a few plays.
Matt Mosley: (12:41 PM ET ) I'm making my annual pilgrimage to Bethlehem in a couple of weeks. Hoping I can find an Inn. I'll let you know what I find out about Jackson. I wouldn't get too excited until the lights come on. The guy is lightning-fast, but he'll have to get off the line of scrimmage against cornerbacks who will try to jam him all the time. The Eagles desperately need him to provide some help in the vertical game, but you should never count on rookie wide receivers, sayeth a wise old scout who works for the Titans.
MW (NY): Matt, who are your sleeper teams for 2008?
Matt Mosley: (12:45 PM ET ) I think the Panthers could make a quick turnaround if Jake Delhomme can come back strong. I think the Eagles are my definite sleeper team from the NFC East, although it's weird to call a traditional powerhouse a sleeper. And look out for my scrappy Texans. An easy team to like.
Also watch out for a rebound year from the Broncos. I'll let Billy Williamson tell you why.
Eric S. (Boston, Ma): Why do you see the Giants ahead of the Commanders at this point. Yes the Giants won the Super Bowl last year, but these teams were extremely even, similar records and they split during the season. The 'Skins added Jason Taylor and a few big WRs while the Giants lost Michael Strahan. It seems to me the 'Skins might have the edge and it is just too easy to say the Giants will be better.
Matt Mosley: (12:48 PM ET ) When did we stop giving teams the benefit of the doubt after they won a Super Bowl. Yes, Michael Strahan retired, but I think is replacement, Justin Tuck, is on the verge of stardom. At least it looked like it in the Super Bowl.
Don't discount the whole "been there" factor for the Giants. It's easy for us to focus on the distractions, but they also had a lot of distractions heading into their Super Bowl season.
I think the Commanders got better on Sunday. But Jason Taylor doesn't put them ahead of the Giants.
Tyler (Sacramento, CA): How is Isiah Stanback coming along?? All I've heard about him since he was drafted is that he has "tons of upside" and "lots of potential" but how long is it going to take him to transition to WR and overtake the #3 spot from Hurd/Austin?
Matt Mosley: (12:50 PM ET ) I've seen Isiah Stanbacks come through Dallas for the past 20 years. The last quarterback-turned-receiver story (Crayton) worked out pretty well for the Cowboys. But just because Stanback has great athleticism, it doesn't mean he'll be a productive player. I'll take a look at him when I arrive in Oxnard next weekend, though.
Robin, independence, ks: what do you think will be the end conclusion with the terry glenn saga?
Matt Mosley: (12:59 PM ET ) I think Glenn will come to his senses and realize this is his best option for taking a run at another Super Bowl. This whole thing has made Jerry Jones look bad because he pumped up Glenn the entire offseason and then basically treated him like he was expendable.
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Tyler (Sacramento, CA): Hey Matt!! I was wondering which rookie this year drafted by the Cowboys will have the biggest impact this season. Thanks!!
ray gordon reid brIstol conn 06010: QUESTION TO MATT MOSLEY at 12.10 pm HI MATt CAN GIANTS MAKE IT BACK TO SUPER TAMPA 2009
Noah (NE): Where do you see the % fall for the backfield of GIANTS? Herd, Jacobs, Bradshaw, even isn't dayne there?
Ryan (PA): Who do you like in the NFC East? Does jason Taylor bump this skins up a bit?
Glenn (Chesapeake, VA): Matt, How do you see the Commanders' WR rotation setting up?
Os (Jersey): Speaking of WR rotations, is Crayton going to suffice as #2 in Dallas?
Chris (Columbus, OH): Is this McNabb's last chance in Philadelphia? What do you think he will have to accomplish to stay?
Glenn (Chesapeake, VA): Thanks Matt! With all of that being said, it normally takes a few years for most WR's not named Randy Moss to make an impact in the league. Who do you think has the best chance to start immediately?
SprungOnSports (Long Island): How do you think Jason Campbell will do in yet another new system?
Mike (NJ): Quitely I think the Giants have one of the best o-line's in the league. That being said, can we really expect David Deihl to have another great season protecting the blindside?
David Fairborn, OH: I think SprungOnSports was asking about Jason Campbell
I think he'll love playing in Zorn's system. It's the type of offense he played in his senior season at Auburn. And I don't believe that team lost a game. Zorn has worked with Campbell on taking longer strides and getting lower in the pocket. I really think it's a nice match. So yes, it's tough to learn a bunch of new systems, but you can't use that as an excuse. This is a good system for Campbell. Sorry I didn't answer your original question.
Matt (Philly): Desean Jackson; is he the surprise rookie of the year? I saw him in training camp and he was burning Asante Samuel on a few plays.
MW (NY): Matt, who are your sleeper teams for 2008?
Also watch out for a rebound year from the Broncos. I'll let Billy Williamson tell you why.
Eric S. (Boston, Ma): Why do you see the Giants ahead of the Commanders at this point. Yes the Giants won the Super Bowl last year, but these teams were extremely even, similar records and they split during the season. The 'Skins added Jason Taylor and a few big WRs while the Giants lost Michael Strahan. It seems to me the 'Skins might have the edge and it is just too easy to say the Giants will be better.
Don't discount the whole "been there" factor for the Giants. It's easy for us to focus on the distractions, but they also had a lot of distractions heading into their Super Bowl season.
I think the Commanders got better on Sunday. But Jason Taylor doesn't put them ahead of the Giants.
Tyler (Sacramento, CA): How is Isiah Stanback coming along?? All I've heard about him since he was drafted is that he has "tons of upside" and "lots of potential" but how long is it going to take him to transition to WR and overtake the #3 spot from Hurd/Austin?
Robin, independence, ks: what do you think will be the end conclusion with the terry glenn saga?
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