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Published on 08/16/2007 at Thu Aug 16 14:21.



Quick Hit – Seven Bold NFL Predictions for 2007

Posted Thu Aug 16th by

I just came across this article, where freelance sports writer Eric Anderson makes seven bold predictions for all things NFL this year. It was quite a good read – especially if you’re a Broncos fan, as Denver is his favorite to win it all. Who am I to argue?

On his 7-item list, #4 is interesting, as it regards Travis Henry elevating the Broncos running game to elite status again.

4) TRAVIS JOINS THE MILE HIGH CLUB

Ladies and gentlemen, meet the next great Denver RB.

In Tennessee, Henry was part of an offense that was usually behind, usually throwing and usually facing at least eight in the box. And he still managed to put up over 1,200 yards and 7 TDs.

Travis, welcome to running back paradise.

Over the years, in any season where he has started 13 games or more, the diminutive Volunteers alumnus has posted 1,400, 1,300, and 1,200-plus seasons, respectively. Now he moves into a system that has turned guys like Olandis Gary, Mike Anderson, and Reuben Droughns into 1,000-yard rushers.

Of all the offseason moves in the NFL, Henry joining the Broncos will prove to be the most significant. A 1,600-yard, 15 TD season is anything but improbable.

I agree with his last sentence especially – Henry joining the Broncos was the winner League-wide in my book, too.

Anderson continues with his seven points, naming Rex Grossman a Pro Bowler, with which I don’t necessarily disagree. He started out an undoubted Pro Bowler last year. There really isn’t the same type of competition at quarterback in the NFC that you’ll find in the AFC. Then he gets to the real juicy one… his Super Bowl prediction, complete with a Final Four.

1) AND THE WINNER IS…

Come on, what would a predictions column be without revealing my Super Bowl champion? But I’ll do you one better. How about this year’s final four (hey, I’m nothing if not a giver)…

AFC title game: Denver 27, New England 21
NFC title game: Philadelphia 24, Chicago 17

Most teams dream of a shutdown corner. Than there’s the Denver Broncos who have two after plucking Dre Bly from his NFL purgatory in Detroit.

I really like the makeup of this Denver team. I mean, really like. We’re talking the kind of like as in if I was in seventh grade and the Broncos passed me a note that said “Will you go out with me?” I’d mark that “YES” checkbox faster than you can say Clearasil.

Behind the rifle arm and the absolute fearlessness of household-name-to-be Jay Cutler, the legs of the aforementioned Mr. Henry and a disgustingly nasty defense, Mike Shanahan leads the Broncs back to the big game for the first time since 1999 … and to their first title since that car salesman John Elway was at the helm.

SUPER BOWL XLII: Denver 23, Philadelphia 21

So there you have it. Seven strong prognostications for the upcoming season. Thanks for sticking with me through it.

Broncos over the Patriots in the AFC Championship… seems like the exact kind of prediction I had in mind myself…

Anderson finishes his piece in perfect fashion, and I will do the same.

If you agree with me, consider yourself blessed with other-worldly intelligence. If you disagree, you’re either new to this game … or a Chargers fan.