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As we ramp up to the start of the 2024 NFL season, we are spending a whole lot of time previewing a whole lot of things, trying to give you an idea of what to expect over the next few months. As part of that effort, we are taking a look at the positional strength of each division, ranking each of the four teams by which of them has the best quarterback, running backs, wide receivers, tight ends, offensive line, interior defenders, edge rushers, linebackers, cornerbacks, safeties and coaches.
In this space, we’re going to take a look at the NFC West, which should be one of the best divisions in the league this year.
Quarterback
Rams: Matthew Stafford49ers: Brock PurdyCardinals: Kyler MurraySeahawks: Geno Smith
After Stafford occupying the top spot, it was pretty difficult to parse the rest of this division. Purdy has the best track record, but it’s very short and obviously owed at least in part to his supporting cast and coaching staff. Murray is probably the most talented but he’s coming back from a major injury and has had trouble staying healthy through entire seasons. And Smith has essentially one good season and one where he was slightly above-average, even if we know the talent is there.
Running back
49ers: Christian McCaffrey, Jordan MasonSeahawks: Kenneth Walker III, Zach CharbonnetRams: Kyren Williams, Blake CorumCardinals: James Conner, Trey Benson
CMC is the best running back in the league, so it was easy to put him first. Then it became about what you value most: Walker’s explosiveness? Williams’ versatility? Conner’s hard-charging style? And how much do you weigh the second running back on each team’s roster? We ultimately went in order of what we view as the talent level of the starter, while factoring in whether the backup nudged things across the line.
Wide receiver
49ers: Brandon Aiyuk, Deebo Samuel, Jauan Jennings, Ricky PearsallRams: Puka Nacua, Cooper Kupp, Demarcus…
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Author : Jared Dubin
Publish date : 2024-08-29 16:18:54
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