Season is upon us. how will they do?

[Sydla]

Many people go game by game and try to predict. I like to break the teams into groups:

Divisional Games

Tier I Games - Ravens, Lions, @ 49ers, Texans

Tier II Games - @ Steelers, @ Browns, @ Falcons, Bengals

Tier III Games - Saints, @ Panthers, Bucs

So conservatively:

4-2 in division
1-3 in Tier I
2-2 in Tier II
3-0 in Tier III

That's 10 wins and what I kind of expect. Maybe squeak out 2-2 in those Tier 1 games since three are at home to get to 11 wins. Then again we seem to spit a bad game here or there so maybe the range is 9-11 wins.

I think given the front loaded schedule, there are going to be some growing pains with the OL and Zimmer and the D. Three of their first 7 games are against the Ravens, Lions and 49ers.

 

[Jarntt]

https://cowboyszone.com/threads/pre...-the-2024-cowboys.526631/page-3#post-13689911

 

[Sydla]

https://cowboyszone.com/threads/pre...-the-2024-cowboys.526631/page-3#post-13689911

Not really an exact record predictor. More like a range. LOL.

 

[zrinkill]

We are gonna get destroyed by the 49'rs and lose to the Lions.

The rest are a toss up.

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

Many people go game by game and try to predict. I like to break the teams into groups:

Divisional Games

Tier I Games - Ravens, Lions, @ 49ers, Texans

Tier II Games - @ Steelers, @ Browns, @ Falcons, Bengals

Tier III Games - Saints, @ Panthers, Bucs

So conservatively:

4-2 in division
1-3 in Tier I
2-2 in Tier II
3-0 in Tier III

That's 10 wins and what I kind of expect. Maybe squeak out 2-2 in those Tier 1 games since three are at home to get to 11 wins. Then again we seem to spit a bad game here or there so maybe the range is 9-11 wins.

I think given the front loaded schedule, there are going to be some growing pains with the OL and Zimmer and the D. Three of their first 7 games are against the Ravens, Lions and 49ers.

They better do better than 1-3 against tier 1. At least give us something lol.

 

[TheMarathonContinues]

Not saying it makes up for past sins but it sure would be nice for this team to give us a San Fran win.

 

[Tabascocat]

Not saying it makes up for past sins but it sure would be nice for this team to give us a San Fran win.

Sir, today isn’t April Fool’s Day

 

[thunderpimp91]

Sounds about right to me. I think the talent level of this squad is every bit that of a 10 win team, but do have some fears around a slow start with a lot of rookies starting in addition to a new defensive scheme.

 

[Diehardblues]

Without knowing what impact injuries can have including our opponents injuries and how the team is playing as well as our opponents very difficult to make any future predictions.

Week to week is the only logical way. Now if you want to make predictions for the season without knowing these crucial factors , ok. But I’d imagine any of these factors throughout the season would impact your original thoughts.

Instead I’d suggest focusing on predicting each game which is tough enough on its own in the NFL.

We’re an underdog this Sunday. Not expected to win. But Browns have some key injuries with Chubb’s out and Watson still ailing with his shoulder after surgery. This definitely limits their offense effectiveness . And should make it easier for our defense to defend .

Offensively our greatest matchup and concern is can our Rookie OL defend Garrett and Browns defense. I think that’s where the game can be won or loss. If we can’t establish a ground game and or protect our QB, could be a long afternoon.

I think it will be a tough game. Given their injuries I like our chances better than originally. But I’m leaning toward taking Cleveland giving 2 1/2 points. Good news is if can stay healthy I like our chances of bouncing back next week against the Saints

 

[Joe Realist]

Only 7.5 months until the draft!

 

[Mac_MaloneV1]

There's little logic in how these tiers are constructed, to me, but .500 in Tier II is negative just for the sake of being negative, because Atlanta and Pitt are terrible. You're predicting that they'll lose all but one game that's basically a toss up at this point in 1 and 2. If they split DET and SF like last year, you would essentially have them losing to Bal, Cin, Cle, and Hou - all flawed teams with the same lack of postseason success.

They could go 0-8 in those games for all we know, but there is no logic for this type of prediction.

 

[KJJ]

Some of the games that concern me are against softer teams that might be struggling. The games where practically everyone is picking us to win are the ones you have to watch out for with the Cowboys. We may not be good enough this season to take a game off. If we get off to a rough start, the team is going to have to be focused and ready to play every week or we could miss the playoffs. I’m keeping my expectations pretty low until I see how we start off the season. With the starters not playing in preseason it’s hard to gauge what kind of team you have until the regular season arrives.

 

[shabazz]

Many people go game by game and try to predict. I like to break the teams into groups:

Divisional Games

Tier I Games - Ravens, Lions, @ 49ers, Texans

Tier II Games - @ Steelers, @ Browns, @ Falcons, Bengals

Tier III Games - Saints, @ Panthers, Bucs

So conservatively:

4-2 in division
1-3 in Tier I
2-2 in Tier II
3-0 in Tier III

That's 10 wins and what I kind of expect. Maybe squeak out 2-2 in those Tier 1 games since three are at home to get to 11 wins. Then again we seem to spit a bad game here or there so maybe the range is 9-11 wins.

I think given the front loaded schedule, there are going to be some growing pains with the OL and Zimmer and the D. Three of their first 7 games are against the Ravens, Lions and 49ers.

3-3 in our division....this isn't 2021 anymore
0-4 in Tier 1
2-2 in Tier 2
3-0 in Tier 3......and the Bucs game isn't a gimme

8-9

 

[jazzcat22]

There's little logic in how these tiers are constructed, to me, but .500 in Tier II is negative just for the sake of being negative, because Atlanta and Pitt are terrible. You're predicting that they'll lose all but one game that's basically a toss up at this point in 1 and 2. If they split DET and SF like last year, you would essentially have them losing to Bal, Cin, Cle, and Hou - all flawed teams with the same lack of postseason success.

They could go 0-8 in those games for all we know, but there is no logic for this type of prediction.

Every fan has their own criteria to their logic.
I don’t see anything wrong with it. Even though I may look at a few teams different.

 

[DeaconMoss]

4-4 heading into the Eagles. First of 5 NFCE games down the stretch.

 

[Streifenkarl]

Not saying it makes up for past sins but it sure would be nice for this team to give us a San Fran win.

That wouldn't be just nice. It would be a landslide. Kicking those pesky 49ers arses would be sweeter than sweet.

 

[jazzcat22]

Divisional Games
Tier I Games - Ravens, Lions, @ 49ers, Texans
Tier II Games - @ Steelers, @ Browns, @ Falcons, Bengals
Tier III Games - Saints, @ Panthers, Bucs

I usually split division games 3-3. However Dallas has had success in the division winning more than losing.
l will go 4-2, though it could be 5-1 again. Until we see if Wash or NY actually improved.

Are the Texans really a tier 1, based on the year they had, just one year. Maybe they take a step back. Like the Giants, 2022 a great year, made the playoffs. Not so great last year.
Are the Ravens a tier 1 team as well. I am not ready to say that. If so, then the Bengals can push to be one as well.
They had more success than the Ravens the past few years.

Not so sure Falcons are a tier 2 team. Is Cousins that good to elevate them?
Steelers? Not so sure either, can Wilson elevate them. They been very fortunate the past several years to win.

I predicted 11-6. Could be 12-5 and surprise. But would not be surprised if 10-7. Just too many unknowns.

 

[Mac_MaloneV1]

Every fan has their own criteria to their logic.
I don’t see anything wrong with it. Even though I may look at a few teams different.

There is no logic. It's saying "I think this is a 10-win team" and reverse engineering a way to get there.

 

[PAPPYDOG]

Many people go game by game and try to predict. I like to break the teams into groups:

Divisional Games

Tier I Games - Ravens, Lions, @ 49ers, Texans

Tier II Games - @ Steelers, @ Browns, @ Falcons, Bengals

Tier III Games - Saints, @ Panthers, Bucs

So conservatively:

4-2 in division
1-3 in Tier I
2-2 in Tier II
3-0 in Tier III

That's 10 wins and what I kind of expect. Maybe squeak out 2-2 in those Tier 1 games since three are at home to get to 11 wins. Then again we seem to spit a bad game here or there so maybe the range is 9-11 wins.

I think given the front loaded schedule, there are going to be some growing pains with the OL and Zimmer and the D. Three of their first 7 games are against the Ravens, Lions and 49ers.

And with the #3 pick overall the Cowboys select QB.....................

 

[starfan1]

anywhere between 9-8 and 12-5 is my guess. Ill know more when I see our run D and run game. Im leaning toward 10-7. I also predict the game thread this weekend will be massive.