Washington Post: The Dominant AFC
by Brandon on Nov 4, 2010 12:56 PM CDT
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PrintI've been writing lately about the apparent dominance of the AFC compared to the NFC. I took a closer look at this topic and explained why the AFC is better in 500 words or less for the Washington Post.com, but I did point out some green shoots in the NFC:
Despite the AFC's dominance, there are signs of life in the NFC. The Saints are hoping the return of Reggie Bush from injury can provide a boost to Drew Brees and their formerly dominant offense. The Packers have built through the draft like the Patriots and Colts, but injuries have held them back this season. The Falcons are built around young QB Matt Ryan who should only get better. The Rams and Lions had the top two picks in last April's draft, and while QB Sam Bradford has brought the Rams back to a .500 record, DT Ndamukong Suh has already become a dominant defensive player. That said, the NFC still has a ways to go.
The only great NFC team I didn't mention was the Giants. Their good, but they didn't fit into my formula because they build through the draft and overpay for free agents (see S Antrel Rolle). They're an interesting mix of philosophies that have come together to form a pretty good team.
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This is interesting...
because just last year we were discussing just how the NFC had become the powerhouse conference again with the Vikings, Saints, Packers, Cowboys, etc. all seeming to be on the cusp of greatness. My how quickly things changed!
AFC vs. NFC, what does it matter . . .
I don’t understand the point of the constant comparisions of conferences? It’s not like we’re talking about college football, where perception is very important to your ranking. In the NFL, everything is decided on the field.
And speaking of on the field, the past 3 Super Bowls have featured:
An erratic, underperforming NFC Giants team beating the best regular season team in the history of the NFL.
A historically bad NFC Cardinals franchise, with a 9-7 record, nearly beating an established, winning Steelers team.
A historically bad NFC Saints franchise, coming off and 8-8 season, beating the winningest team of the decade.
So yeah, I just can’t get exicted about conference comparisons, because when it’s all on the line, inferior teams from inferior conferences seem to be bringing their A-game.
Yes, and . . .
I think everyone can agree the SEC is better than the AFC and NFC combined
by I voted for Kodos on Nov 6, 2010 1:02 AM CDT up reply actions
Understand the thinking that AFC is stronger than NFC… But just last weekend didn’t 2 of the top AFC teams just lose to 2 of the top NFC teams? Kinda hard to make that claim now, isn’t it?!!
You've been Stroh'd!!!
Actually
It’s even better – two of the top AFC teams lost to two struggling, underperforming NFC teams.
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