Below are the 3GML players (and teams) of those who made the NFL's Top 100 List!
100. Joey Bosa (DE) New York Jets (1)
97. David DeCastro (G) Miami Dolphins (1)
96. Damon Harrison (DT) New England Patriots (1)
94. Dont'a Hightower (LB) Buffalo Bills (1)
87. Travis Frederick (C) New York Jets (2)
68. Geno Atkins (DT) Buffalo Bills (2)
64. Casey Hayward (CB) Buffalo Bills (3)
58. Zack Martin (G) New York Jets (3)
53. Amari Cooper (WR) Buffalo Bills (4)
46. Michael Bennett (DE) New England Patriots (2)
43. Marshal Yanda (G) New York Jets (4)
40. Vic Beasley (DE) New York Jets (5)
39. Bobby Wagner (LB) Miami Dolphins (2)
36. Tyreek Hill (WR) New York Jets (6)
34. Kam Chancellor (S) New York Jets (7)
30. Earl Thomas (S) New York Jets (8)
25. Joe Thomas (T) New England Patriots (3)
15. Aaron Donald (DT) New York Jets (9)
14. Dak Prescott (QB) New England Patriots (4)
12. David Johnson (HB) New York Jets (10)
11. Derek Carr (QB) New York Jets (11)
6. Aaron Rodgers (QB) Buffalo Bills (5)
5. Khalil Mack (DE) Miami Dolphins (3)
4. Antonio Brown (WR) Atlanta Falcons (5)
3. Julio Jones (WR) New England Patriots (5)
Total By Teams:
New York Jets - 11
Buffalo Bills - 5
New England Patriots - 5
Miami Dolphins - 3
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Friday, June 23, 2017
3GML Position Group Rankings: Safeties
Throughout the summer, 3GML beat writers from across the country will be breaking down the position groups for each of the seven 3GML franchises. The assigned point values will assist with our 2017 3GML pre-season rankings and projections!
SAFETIES
BUFFALO BILLS
2017 Safeties: Adrian Amos (82) & Su'a Cravens (77) [or Budda Baker (Rookie) over Amos]
Breakdown: With the selection of Budda Baker, look for the Bills to utilize these versatile youngsters in their defensive backfield all over the field. Like their cornerback position, the Bills are well setup for the future.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 8
MIAMI DOLPHINS
2017 Safeties: Karl Joseph (82) & Jamal Adams (Rookie)
Breakdown: If Jamal Adams turns into the player most think he can, lookout. The team also went out and traded for Karl Joseph remaking this entire safety tandem. Look for a lot of safety blitzes from this duo.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 7
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
2017 Safeties: Tre Boston (80) & Morgan Burnett (85)
Breakdown: The signing of Tre Boston as a late free agent was huge for the savvy Patriots. Morgan Burnett is also a real playmaker for the back end of Bill Belichick's defensive unit.
Writer #1: 9
Writer #2: 8
NEW YORK JETS
2017 Safeties: Earl Thomas (94) & Kam Chancellor (95)
Breakdown: The Legion of Boom will continue their reign together as they reunite in the Gotham City after two seasons apart. The duo will look to bring a long-awaited championship back to NY's 'other' NFL team.
Writer #1: 10
Writer #2: 10
FINAL 3GML POINTS (LEAGUE RANKING)
New York Jets: 173
Buffalo Bills: 160
New England Patriots: 155
Miami Dolphins: 152
3GML Position Group Rankings: Cornerbacks
Throughout the summer, 3GML beat writers from across the country will be breaking down the position groups for each of the seven 3GML franchises. The assigned point values will assist with our 2017 3GML pre-season rankings and projections!
CORNERBACKS
BUFFALO BILLS
2017 Top 3 CBs: Casey Hayward (86), Brian Poole (76), & James Bradberry (81)
Breakdown: This is a young and promising group that could be listed as a 10 based on future outlook alone. Casey Hayward was the steal of free agency a year ago. Brian Poole and James Bradberry are a testament to the scouting department in Buffalo nabbing these prospects and turning them into legitimate DBs.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 8
MIAMI DOLPHINS
2017 Top 3 CBs: Jason Verrett (85), Byron Jones (85), & Desmond King (Rookie)
Breakdown: This could be one of the best groups in the 3GML depending on how rookie Desmond King develops. The Miami defense may lead the league again this year.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 8
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
2017 Top 3 CBs: Logan Ryan (85), DJ Hayden (73), & Prince Amukamara (81)
Breakdown: DJ Hayden should see a growth spurt this season with Logan Ryan and Prince Amukamara guiding him. The Patriots draft well and will look to continue to build their defense moving forward, but this group is solid.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 8
NEW YORK JETS
2017 Top 3 CBs: Desmond Trufant (89), Jalen Ramsey (85), & Kevin Johnson (80)
Breakdown: The Jets front office hit a home run with their first draft pick last year by selecting Jalen Ramsey out of Florida State. Desmond Trufant is one of the elite corners in the game - The University of Washington product will have plenty of opportunities to make plays with the wealth of defensive talent Todd Bowles and company have collected.
Writer #1: 10
Writer #2: 10
CURRENT 3GML POINTS (LEAGUE RANKING)
New York Jets: 153
Buffalo Bills: 144
New England Patriots: 138
Miami Dolphins: 137
Tomorrow: Safety breakdown...
Wednesday, June 21, 2017
3GML Position Group Rankings: Linebackers
Throughout the
summer, 3GML beat writers from across the country will be breaking down the
position groups for each of the seven 3GML franchises. The assigned point
values will assist with our 2017 3GML pre-season rankings and projections!
LINEBACKERS
BUFFALO BILLS
2017 Top 3
LBs: Shaq Thompson (83), Dont'a Hightower (87),
& Preston Brown (74)
Breakdown: Buffalo's defensive coordinator had to be doing backflips over the off-season acquisitions of Shaq Thompson (trade from Carolina) and Dont'a Hightower (free agent). When the team jettisoned Luke Kuechly, it looked as if the team may have been considering a tanking, but the GM had a plan and used the Kuechly 'picks' to get the top pick in the draft (to select Myles Garrett).
Writer #1: 9
Writer #2: 9
MIAMI DOLPHINS
2017 Top 4
LBs: Markus Golden (81), Bobby Wagner (92), Eric
Kendricks (80), Reggie Ragland (73)
Breakdown: Bobby Wagner is a top LB in the league and leads this strong unit. Eric Kendricks and Markus Golden are solid in their own right. We don't know what they'll get from Reggie Ragland yet due to his injury, but he is a 1st round talent. This team loves the blitz and it's pretty much guaranteed at least one of these guys is blitzing on every play. The defensive coordinators job will be like preparing for a game of black jack where the house hits 21 every time.
Writer #1: 9
Writer #2: 9
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
2017 Top 3
LBs: Gerald Hodges (82), Reuben Foster (Rookie),
& Danny Trevathan (84)
Breakdown: This team looked weak at LB a week before the draft. Two moves later they've turned it into a position of strength. Drafting Reuben Foster and signing Gerald Hodges (a sneaky good move) completely remade the second level of this defense.
Writer #1: 9
Writer #2: 9
NEW YORK JETS
2017 Top 4
LBs: Brandon Marshall (87), Zach Brown (85), Myles
Jack (75), Shane Ray (79)
Breakdown: Ugh. Are we still talking about the Jets defense? How do they have this much talent? Someone at the commissioners office was asleep approving all these trades. ]Myles Jack is their weak link if you can call him that. Adding Zach Brown was another great move by this salary savvy GM.
Writer #1: 9
Writer #2: 9
CURRENT 3GML POINTS (LEAGUE RANKING)
New
York Jets: 133
Buffalo Bills: 128
New
England Patriots: 122
Miami
Dolphins: 121
Tomorrow: Corner breakdown...
Monday, June 19, 2017
3GML Position Group Rankings: Defensive Line
Throughout the summer, 3GML beat writers from across the country will be breaking down the position groups for each of the seven 3GML franchises. The assigned point values will assist with our 2017 3GML pre-season rankings and projections!
DEFENSIVE LINE
BUFFALO BILLS
2017 DT: Geno Atkins (91) & Malik McDowell (Rookie)
2017 DE/EDGE: Myles Garrett (Rookie) & Andre Branch (77)
Breakdown: If all goes according to plan, this unit could easily be ranked a '10' as early as next season. Myles Garrett is an all-world talent (similar to Jadeveon Clowney coming out of South Carolina). Work-ethic concerns aside, Malik McDowell (out of Michigan State) was a Top 5 who fell into the Bills laps. McDowell should learn from the All-World Geno Atkins and become a great player in the league.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 9
MIAMI DOLPHINS
2017 DT: Leonard Williams (86) & Jarran Reed (72)
2017 DE/EDGE: Khalil Mack (98) & Danielle Hunter (83)
Breakdown: A very strong unit up front. Khalil Mack is probably one of the top three defensive players in the NFL, so he makes this team's rating pretty strong. The Dolphins like to run complicated blitzes so having these guys up front only adds to challenge of opposing offensive lines.
Writer #1: 9
Writer #2: 9
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
2017 DT: Damon Harrison (88) & Nick Fairley (79)
2017 DE/EDGE: Brooks Reed (76) & Michael Bennett (90)
Breakdown: The unheralded Brooks Reed is an all-motor player who compliments top talents Damon "Snacks" Harrison and Michael Bennett well. Bennett is the 'face' of the Patriots defensive unit who brings a nasty edge to the AFC East.
Writer #1: 9
Writer #2: 9
NEW YORK JETS
2017 DT: Aaron Donald (98) & Dontari Poe (79)
2017 DE/EDGE: Joey Bosa (87) & Vic Beasley (82)
Breakdown: How did this team end up with Joey Bosa AND Aaron Donald? Jiminy Christmas! That's not even the end of it. Vic Beasley lead the league in sacks last year and Dontari Poe was one of the best DTs available in free agency. Good luck running for more than 50 yards a game against this unit.
Writer #1: 10
Writer #2: 10
CURRENT 3GML POINTS (LEAGUE RANKING)
New York Jets: 115
Buffalo Bills: 109
New England Patriots: 104
Miami Dolphins: 103
Tomorrow: Linebacker breakdown...
DEFENSIVE LINE
BUFFALO BILLS
2017 DT: Geno Atkins (91) & Malik McDowell (Rookie)
2017 DE/EDGE: Myles Garrett (Rookie) & Andre Branch (77)
Breakdown: If all goes according to plan, this unit could easily be ranked a '10' as early as next season. Myles Garrett is an all-world talent (similar to Jadeveon Clowney coming out of South Carolina). Work-ethic concerns aside, Malik McDowell (out of Michigan State) was a Top 5 who fell into the Bills laps. McDowell should learn from the All-World Geno Atkins and become a great player in the league.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 9
MIAMI DOLPHINS
2017 DT: Leonard Williams (86) & Jarran Reed (72)
2017 DE/EDGE: Khalil Mack (98) & Danielle Hunter (83)
Breakdown: A very strong unit up front. Khalil Mack is probably one of the top three defensive players in the NFL, so he makes this team's rating pretty strong. The Dolphins like to run complicated blitzes so having these guys up front only adds to challenge of opposing offensive lines.
Writer #1: 9
Writer #2: 9
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
2017 DT: Damon Harrison (88) & Nick Fairley (79)
2017 DE/EDGE: Brooks Reed (76) & Michael Bennett (90)
Breakdown: The unheralded Brooks Reed is an all-motor player who compliments top talents Damon "Snacks" Harrison and Michael Bennett well. Bennett is the 'face' of the Patriots defensive unit who brings a nasty edge to the AFC East.
Writer #1: 9
Writer #2: 9
NEW YORK JETS
2017 DT: Aaron Donald (98) & Dontari Poe (79)
2017 DE/EDGE: Joey Bosa (87) & Vic Beasley (82)
Breakdown: How did this team end up with Joey Bosa AND Aaron Donald? Jiminy Christmas! That's not even the end of it. Vic Beasley lead the league in sacks last year and Dontari Poe was one of the best DTs available in free agency. Good luck running for more than 50 yards a game against this unit.
Writer #1: 10
Writer #2: 10
CURRENT 3GML POINTS (LEAGUE RANKING)
New York Jets: 115
Buffalo Bills: 109
New England Patriots: 104
Miami Dolphins: 103
Tomorrow: Linebacker breakdown...
Friday, June 16, 2017
3GML Position Group Rankings: Special Teams
Throughout the summer, 3GML beat writers from across the country will be breaking down the position groups for each of the seven 3GML franchises. The assigned point values will assist with our 2017 3GML pre-season rankings and projections!
SPECIAL TEAMS
BUFFALO BILLS
2017 Special Teams Contributors: K Chris Boswell (82), P Colton Schmidt (73), RET Travis Benjamin (92)
Breakdown: The team jettisoned last year's 3GML kicker of the year, Dan Carpenter, who made it a habit of hitting 45+ yard game-winners late in the regular season. With the entire NFL now gunning for the Bills, their margin of error should shrink, putting a higher emphasis on field position and special teams play.
Writer #1: 3
Writer #2: 2
MIAMI DOLPHINS
2017 Special Teams Contributors: K Justin Tucker (87), P Marquette King (85), RET Cordarrelle Patterson (96)
Breakdown: Best special teams unit in the 3GML. The addition of Marquette King just made a team that prides itself on winning the field position game even more dangerous. What will be interesting is if Justin Tucker can recover from his devastating performance in the AFC divisional round (missed PAT and FG).
Writer #1: 4
Writer #2: 5
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
2017 Special Teams Contributors: K Dan Bailey (84), P Matt Darr (78), RET Dion Lewis (81)
Breakdown: On the whole, the word that comes to mind when describing that Pats' special teams unit, is average. Nothing here to worry about, but nothing to celebrate either.
Writer #1: 2
Writer #2: 2
NEW YORK JETS
2017 Special Teams Contributors: K Nick Folk (78), P Austin Rehkow (Rookie), RET Tyreek Hill (94)
Breakdown: Tyreek Hill will be a nightmare for teams to tackle, but it is hard to get excited about Nick Folk or Austin Rehkow. Although special teams are important, with the depth of talent for the Jets, if Todd Bowles can get this unit to be average, they will still be the best team (on paper) on the league.
Writer #1: 3
Writer #2: 2
CURRENT 3GML POINTS (LEAGUE RANKING)
New York Jets: 95
Buffalo Bills: 92
New England Patriots: 86
Miami Dolphins: 85
Tomorrow: Defensive Line breakdown...
SPECIAL TEAMS
BUFFALO BILLS
2017 Special Teams Contributors: K Chris Boswell (82), P Colton Schmidt (73), RET Travis Benjamin (92)
Breakdown: The team jettisoned last year's 3GML kicker of the year, Dan Carpenter, who made it a habit of hitting 45+ yard game-winners late in the regular season. With the entire NFL now gunning for the Bills, their margin of error should shrink, putting a higher emphasis on field position and special teams play.
Writer #1: 3
Writer #2: 2
MIAMI DOLPHINS
2017 Special Teams Contributors: K Justin Tucker (87), P Marquette King (85), RET Cordarrelle Patterson (96)
Breakdown: Best special teams unit in the 3GML. The addition of Marquette King just made a team that prides itself on winning the field position game even more dangerous. What will be interesting is if Justin Tucker can recover from his devastating performance in the AFC divisional round (missed PAT and FG).
Writer #1: 4
Writer #2: 5
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
2017 Special Teams Contributors: K Dan Bailey (84), P Matt Darr (78), RET Dion Lewis (81)
Breakdown: On the whole, the word that comes to mind when describing that Pats' special teams unit, is average. Nothing here to worry about, but nothing to celebrate either.
Writer #1: 2
Writer #2: 2
NEW YORK JETS
2017 Special Teams Contributors: K Nick Folk (78), P Austin Rehkow (Rookie), RET Tyreek Hill (94)
Breakdown: Tyreek Hill will be a nightmare for teams to tackle, but it is hard to get excited about Nick Folk or Austin Rehkow. Although special teams are important, with the depth of talent for the Jets, if Todd Bowles can get this unit to be average, they will still be the best team (on paper) on the league.
Writer #1: 3
Writer #2: 2
CURRENT 3GML POINTS (LEAGUE RANKING)
New York Jets: 95
Buffalo Bills: 92
New England Patriots: 86
Miami Dolphins: 85
Tomorrow: Defensive Line breakdown...
Thursday, June 15, 2017
3GML Position Group Rankings: OL
Throughout the summer, 3GML beat writers from across the country will be breaking down the position groups for each of the seven 3GML franchises. The assigned point values will assist with our 2017 3GML pre-season rankings and projections!
OL
BUFFALO BILLS
2017 OL: LT Jake Matthews (77), LG Josh Sitton (89), C Dan Feeney (Rookie), RG TJ Lang (87), RT Mitchell Schwartz (80)
Breakdown: An under-appreciated group anchored by former Packers Josh Sitton and TJ Lang. Aaron Rodgers is annually one of the least sacked quarterbacks in the NFL. Look for this unit to continue their strong play during the 2017 campaign.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 8
MIAMI DOLPHINS
2017 OL: LT Lane Johnson (89), LG Trai Turner (82), C Cody Whitehair (85), RG David DeCastro (87), RT Morgan Moses (85)
Breakdown: Another great line. It doesn't quite have as much top end talent as the Jets, but as last season was evident, they will make it pretty easy for whichever running back is behind them (and that was with Lane Johnson missing most of the season for PEDs). The Cody Whitehair trade allowed for this line to get younger and save money for keeping talent in Miami.
Writer #1: 9
Writer #2: 9
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
2017 OL: LT Joe Thomas (91), LG Andrew Norwell (84), C Ben Jones (83), RG Josh Kline (80), RT Marcus Gilbert (88)
Breakdown: A sneaky solid O-line here. Joe Thomas obviously is the all-pro standout among this bunch, but the Patriots have done a nice job assembling the rest of this group. All these guys have experience and other than Thomas are either in their prime or heading into it.
Writer #1: 9
Writer #2: 9
NEW YORK JETS
2017 OL: LT Marshal Yanda (96), LG Zack Martin (92), C Travis Frederick (92), RG Greg Mancz (83), RT Brandon Scherff (85)
Breakdown: Hands down the best line in the 3GML. This is a bona fide Pro-Bowl starting 5. Yanda, Martin, and Frederick are all in the discussion for best at their position in the NFL, while Mancz and Scherff would be serious upgrades for most teams. This line should put fear in defensive front sevens and be a nightmare for game planning defensive coordinators.
Writer #1: 10
Writer #2: 9
CURRENT 3GML POINTS (LEAGUE RANKING)
New York Jets: 90
Buffalo Bills: 87
New England Patriots: 82
Miami Dolphins: 76
Tomorrow: Special Teams breakdown...
OL
BUFFALO BILLS
2017 OL: LT Jake Matthews (77), LG Josh Sitton (89), C Dan Feeney (Rookie), RG TJ Lang (87), RT Mitchell Schwartz (80)
Breakdown: An under-appreciated group anchored by former Packers Josh Sitton and TJ Lang. Aaron Rodgers is annually one of the least sacked quarterbacks in the NFL. Look for this unit to continue their strong play during the 2017 campaign.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 8
MIAMI DOLPHINS
2017 OL: LT Lane Johnson (89), LG Trai Turner (82), C Cody Whitehair (85), RG David DeCastro (87), RT Morgan Moses (85)
Breakdown: Another great line. It doesn't quite have as much top end talent as the Jets, but as last season was evident, they will make it pretty easy for whichever running back is behind them (and that was with Lane Johnson missing most of the season for PEDs). The Cody Whitehair trade allowed for this line to get younger and save money for keeping talent in Miami.
Writer #1: 9
Writer #2: 9
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
2017 OL: LT Joe Thomas (91), LG Andrew Norwell (84), C Ben Jones (83), RG Josh Kline (80), RT Marcus Gilbert (88)
Breakdown: A sneaky solid O-line here. Joe Thomas obviously is the all-pro standout among this bunch, but the Patriots have done a nice job assembling the rest of this group. All these guys have experience and other than Thomas are either in their prime or heading into it.
Writer #1: 9
Writer #2: 9
NEW YORK JETS
2017 OL: LT Marshal Yanda (96), LG Zack Martin (92), C Travis Frederick (92), RG Greg Mancz (83), RT Brandon Scherff (85)
Breakdown: Hands down the best line in the 3GML. This is a bona fide Pro-Bowl starting 5. Yanda, Martin, and Frederick are all in the discussion for best at their position in the NFL, while Mancz and Scherff would be serious upgrades for most teams. This line should put fear in defensive front sevens and be a nightmare for game planning defensive coordinators.
Writer #1: 10
Writer #2: 9
CURRENT 3GML POINTS (LEAGUE RANKING)
New York Jets: 90
Buffalo Bills: 87
New England Patriots: 82
Miami Dolphins: 76
Tomorrow: Special Teams breakdown...
Wednesday, June 14, 2017
3GML Position Group Rankings: WR/TE
Throughout the summer, 3GML beat writers from across the country will be breaking down the position groups for each of the seven 3GML franchises. The assigned point values will assist with our 2017 3GML pre-season rankings and projections!
WR/TE
BUFFALO BILLS
2017 WRs: Amari Cooper (84), Jeremy Maclin (84), & Travis Benjamin (80)
2017 TEs: Hunter Henry (81)
Breakdown: Amari Cooper may be criminally underrated at this point. With the addition of Jeremy Maclin, Aaron Rodgers will have plenty of weapons at his disposal during the 2017 campaign. Acquiring Hunter Henry in the offseason may have been a 'steal-of-the-century' - Henry looks like the real deal.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 8
MIAMI DOLPHINS
2017 WRs: Keenan Allen (89), Jordan Matthews (81), & Cordarrelle Patterson (78)
2017 TEs: Clive Walford (75)
Breakdown: Keenan Allen at the top of this core group is a huge upgrade. Is it possible the Dolphins will actually air it out a little next season? It would be great to see something else at tight end but with as little as this team throws, Walford will do.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 8
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
2017 WRs: Julio Jones (98), Donte Moncrief (79), & JJ Nelson (73)
2017 TEs: Jared Cook (85)
Breakdown: Julio Jones is a pure game-changer. If he is not double-teamed, your team will pay. Donte Moncrief and JJ Nelson are solid contributors & Jared Cook was a nice addition to the puzzle. However, without Jones, this group's ranking may have been much lower.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 8
NEW YORK JETS
2017 WRs: Brandin Cooks (86), Jamison Crowder (81), & Tyreek Hill (81)
2017 TEs: OJ Howard (Rookie)
Breakdown: The Jets have the same type of player at all three WR positions. They are are speedy slot receivers that lack size. This may become an issue if there is no big target to throw to late in games. However, if the Jets can get these guys in space, look out. OJ Howard was a great draft pick that may help with the aforementioned concern.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 8
CURRENT 3GML POINTS (LEAGUE RANKING)
Buffalo Bills: 71
New York Jets: 71
New England Patriots: 64
Miami Dolphins: 58
Tomorrow: OL breakdown...
WR/TE
BUFFALO BILLS
2017 WRs: Amari Cooper (84), Jeremy Maclin (84), & Travis Benjamin (80)
2017 TEs: Hunter Henry (81)
Breakdown: Amari Cooper may be criminally underrated at this point. With the addition of Jeremy Maclin, Aaron Rodgers will have plenty of weapons at his disposal during the 2017 campaign. Acquiring Hunter Henry in the offseason may have been a 'steal-of-the-century' - Henry looks like the real deal.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 8
MIAMI DOLPHINS
2017 WRs: Keenan Allen (89), Jordan Matthews (81), & Cordarrelle Patterson (78)
2017 TEs: Clive Walford (75)
Breakdown: Keenan Allen at the top of this core group is a huge upgrade. Is it possible the Dolphins will actually air it out a little next season? It would be great to see something else at tight end but with as little as this team throws, Walford will do.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 8
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
2017 WRs: Julio Jones (98), Donte Moncrief (79), & JJ Nelson (73)
2017 TEs: Jared Cook (85)
Breakdown: Julio Jones is a pure game-changer. If he is not double-teamed, your team will pay. Donte Moncrief and JJ Nelson are solid contributors & Jared Cook was a nice addition to the puzzle. However, without Jones, this group's ranking may have been much lower.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 8
NEW YORK JETS
2017 WRs: Brandin Cooks (86), Jamison Crowder (81), & Tyreek Hill (81)
2017 TEs: OJ Howard (Rookie)
Breakdown: The Jets have the same type of player at all three WR positions. They are are speedy slot receivers that lack size. This may become an issue if there is no big target to throw to late in games. However, if the Jets can get these guys in space, look out. OJ Howard was a great draft pick that may help with the aforementioned concern.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 8
CURRENT 3GML POINTS (LEAGUE RANKING)
Buffalo Bills: 71
New York Jets: 71
New England Patriots: 64
Miami Dolphins: 58
Tomorrow: OL breakdown...
Tuesday, June 13, 2017
3GML Position Group Rankings: RB
Throughout the summer, 3GML beat writers from across the country will be breaking down the position groups for each of the seven 3GML franchises. The assigned point values will assist with our 2017 3GML pre-season rankings and projections!
RUNNING BACK
BUFFALO BILLS
2017 Lead Back(s): Todd Gurley II (82) & James White (80)
Breakdown: Todd Gurley found more attention focused on him following his 2015 MVP campaign during what was (by his lofty standards) a down season. Gurley would surely offer that he's happy holding the 2016 Lombardi trophy instead of the wearing the league MVP crown. With James White set to fill in admirably as a nice change-of-pace pack, look for Gurley to continue to take advantage of deep coverages (the Rodgers-effect) and to finish with another 1,200+ yard season.
Depth: Kenneth Dixon was a nice addition for depth at the position, but the team will need to find a 4-game replacement as the RB is set to serve a 4-game drug suspension to start 2017.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 7
MIAMI DOLPHINS
2017 Lead Back(s): Eddie Lacy (84), Latavius Murray (83) & Duke Johnson Jr. (80)
Breakdown: It's hard to count out the Dolphins running game. This team is the definition of ground and pound. Due to the nature of their offense, the Dolphins will lean on three backs to carry the load. The complimentary nature of Lacy, Murray, and Johnson should lead to defensive front sevens being worn out by the 4th quarter. One would imagine that they will each have their own packages in the Dolphins offense and, as long as each is OK with ten carries a game, look for more of the same success from this squad.
Depth: D'onta Foreman & James Conner add some great depth. Conner will likely play Fullback to start but is a back of the future. Foreman was a great pickup and with Conner, will likely feature heavily in upcoming seasons.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 8
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
2017 Lead Back(s): Jonathan Stewart (85) & Dion Lewis (81)
Breakdown: With the selection of Alvin Kamara, the Patriots chose their back of the future who may turn into their year one lead back. Jonathan Stewart is 'long in the tooth' and Dion Lewis is not an every down back. Look for Kamara to end the season with the most Patriots touches.
Depth: The team may look to add a fourth back to the mix once the pre-season rolls around.
Writer #1: 7
Writer #2: 7
NEW YORK JETS
2017 Lead Back(s): David Johnson (90) & Jordan Howard (82)
Breakdown: The Jets probably have the most versatile back in Johnson. He is capable of 2,000 yards rushing and 1,000 yards receiving if everything goes right. Their offensive line only makes this backfield more dangerous. Howard was a steal and only adds to this 3GML favorite.
Depth: Paul Perkins, Dalvin Cook, & Jamaal Charles are all capable in their own right. Perkins is a bruiser and Cook could be one of the best backs in the league before you know it. If Charles can regain a fraction of his old self, look for another weapon out of the backfield.
Writer #1: 9
Writer #2: 10
CURRENT 3GML POINTS (LEAGUE RANKING)
Buffalo Bills: 55
New York Jets: 55
New England Patriots: 48
Miami Dolphins: 42
Tomorrow: WR/TE breakdown...
RUNNING BACK
BUFFALO BILLS
2017 Lead Back(s): Todd Gurley II (82) & James White (80)
Breakdown: Todd Gurley found more attention focused on him following his 2015 MVP campaign during what was (by his lofty standards) a down season. Gurley would surely offer that he's happy holding the 2016 Lombardi trophy instead of the wearing the league MVP crown. With James White set to fill in admirably as a nice change-of-pace pack, look for Gurley to continue to take advantage of deep coverages (the Rodgers-effect) and to finish with another 1,200+ yard season.
Depth: Kenneth Dixon was a nice addition for depth at the position, but the team will need to find a 4-game replacement as the RB is set to serve a 4-game drug suspension to start 2017.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 7
MIAMI DOLPHINS
2017 Lead Back(s): Eddie Lacy (84), Latavius Murray (83) & Duke Johnson Jr. (80)
Breakdown: It's hard to count out the Dolphins running game. This team is the definition of ground and pound. Due to the nature of their offense, the Dolphins will lean on three backs to carry the load. The complimentary nature of Lacy, Murray, and Johnson should lead to defensive front sevens being worn out by the 4th quarter. One would imagine that they will each have their own packages in the Dolphins offense and, as long as each is OK with ten carries a game, look for more of the same success from this squad.
Depth: D'onta Foreman & James Conner add some great depth. Conner will likely play Fullback to start but is a back of the future. Foreman was a great pickup and with Conner, will likely feature heavily in upcoming seasons.
Writer #1: 8
Writer #2: 8
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
2017 Lead Back(s): Jonathan Stewart (85) & Dion Lewis (81)
Breakdown: With the selection of Alvin Kamara, the Patriots chose their back of the future who may turn into their year one lead back. Jonathan Stewart is 'long in the tooth' and Dion Lewis is not an every down back. Look for Kamara to end the season with the most Patriots touches.
Depth: The team may look to add a fourth back to the mix once the pre-season rolls around.
Writer #1: 7
Writer #2: 7
NEW YORK JETS
2017 Lead Back(s): David Johnson (90) & Jordan Howard (82)
Breakdown: The Jets probably have the most versatile back in Johnson. He is capable of 2,000 yards rushing and 1,000 yards receiving if everything goes right. Their offensive line only makes this backfield more dangerous. Howard was a steal and only adds to this 3GML favorite.
Depth: Paul Perkins, Dalvin Cook, & Jamaal Charles are all capable in their own right. Perkins is a bruiser and Cook could be one of the best backs in the league before you know it. If Charles can regain a fraction of his old self, look for another weapon out of the backfield.
Writer #1: 9
Writer #2: 10
CURRENT 3GML POINTS (LEAGUE RANKING)
Buffalo Bills: 55
New York Jets: 55
New England Patriots: 48
Miami Dolphins: 42
Tomorrow: WR/TE breakdown...
Monday, June 12, 2017
3GML Position Group Rankings: QB
Throughout the summer, 3GML beat writers from across the country will be breaking down the position groups for each of the seven 3GML franchises. The assigned point values will assist with our 2017 3GML pre-season rankings and projections!
QUARTERBACK
BUFFALO BILLS
2017 Starter: Aaron Rodgers (97)
Breakdown: With all due respect to Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers is arguably still the best and most talented quarterback in the NFL. Coming off his 2nd Super Bowl win (taking the Buffalo Bills where they had never gone before!), Rodgers should ride help his team avoid a Super Bowl hangover and will be in the 3GML's MVP discussion all season long.
Future: With undrafted free agent Jerod Evans as the team's lone backup plan if Rodgers were to miss any playing time, the Bills future rests solely on the back of #12.
Writer #1: 20
Writer #2: 20
MIAMI DOLPHINS
2017 Starter: Teddy Bridgewater (80)
Breakdown: The Miami Dolphins may as well join the Raiders in Las Vegas because they are making a huge gamble with Bridgewater. Before he was injured, he looked as though he may lead the Vikings to the promised land for years to come. One "snap" during workouts changed all that. No one really knows the timetable for his return and how serious his injury is, but the Dolphins training staff must have been encouraged by what they saw. If healthy, his mobility may be a fraction of what it once was, taking away a huge portion of his game. There's promise here but Dolphins are playing craps.
Future: The future may be now if Bridgewater can't play. Jacoby Brissett played admirably last season, but we all know how the one dimensional the Dolphins were with him at the helm. He's not the reason to be excited; Josh Dobbs is. Scouts liked his upside coming into the draft and he could legitimately be the starter in 2 years.
Writer #1: 14
Writer #2: 12
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
2017 Starter: Dak Prescott (85)
Breakdown: What an incredible 2016 Season. Prescott led the Cowboys to a 14-2 record before being moved to New England. This kid can play. His TD/INT ratio was 23/4 and he'll look to get better. What remains to be seen though, is whether the sophomore slump hit this year? Not many rookies are expected to learn 2 systems in 2 years, but if anyone can, it's Prescott. Even if he takes a step back, he will remain a fantastic option for the Patriots for years to come.
Future: The future is Prescott. He has only 1 year under his belt and a bright future ahead.
Writer #1: 18
Writer #2: 16
NEW YORK JETS
2017 Starter: Derek Carr (88)
Breakdown: Carr is a true leader who will look to push this talented Jets team over the top while giving the AFC East their 3rd consecutive Super Bowl title. Despite's Carr's injury last year as a member of the Oakland Raiders, the 4th year pro will look to raise his game towards 'elite' status in 2017.
Future: Carr is the present and the future. The addition of rookie Nate Peterman (from PITT) solidifies the QB room as one of the league's best for the next decade.
Writer #1: 18
Writer #2: 18
CURRENT 3GML POINTS (LEAGUE RANKING)
Buffalo Bills: 40
New York Jets: 36
New England Patriots: 34
Miami Dolphins: 26
Tomorrow: RB breakdown...
QUARTERBACK
BUFFALO BILLS
2017 Starter: Aaron Rodgers (97)
Breakdown: With all due respect to Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers is arguably still the best and most talented quarterback in the NFL. Coming off his 2nd Super Bowl win (taking the Buffalo Bills where they had never gone before!), Rodgers should ride help his team avoid a Super Bowl hangover and will be in the 3GML's MVP discussion all season long.
Future: With undrafted free agent Jerod Evans as the team's lone backup plan if Rodgers were to miss any playing time, the Bills future rests solely on the back of #12.
Writer #1: 20
Writer #2: 20
MIAMI DOLPHINS
2017 Starter: Teddy Bridgewater (80)
Breakdown: The Miami Dolphins may as well join the Raiders in Las Vegas because they are making a huge gamble with Bridgewater. Before he was injured, he looked as though he may lead the Vikings to the promised land for years to come. One "snap" during workouts changed all that. No one really knows the timetable for his return and how serious his injury is, but the Dolphins training staff must have been encouraged by what they saw. If healthy, his mobility may be a fraction of what it once was, taking away a huge portion of his game. There's promise here but Dolphins are playing craps.
Future: The future may be now if Bridgewater can't play. Jacoby Brissett played admirably last season, but we all know how the one dimensional the Dolphins were with him at the helm. He's not the reason to be excited; Josh Dobbs is. Scouts liked his upside coming into the draft and he could legitimately be the starter in 2 years.
Writer #1: 14
Writer #2: 12
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
2017 Starter: Dak Prescott (85)
Breakdown: What an incredible 2016 Season. Prescott led the Cowboys to a 14-2 record before being moved to New England. This kid can play. His TD/INT ratio was 23/4 and he'll look to get better. What remains to be seen though, is whether the sophomore slump hit this year? Not many rookies are expected to learn 2 systems in 2 years, but if anyone can, it's Prescott. Even if he takes a step back, he will remain a fantastic option for the Patriots for years to come.
Future: The future is Prescott. He has only 1 year under his belt and a bright future ahead.
Writer #1: 18
Writer #2: 16
NEW YORK JETS
2017 Starter: Derek Carr (88)
Breakdown: Carr is a true leader who will look to push this talented Jets team over the top while giving the AFC East their 3rd consecutive Super Bowl title. Despite's Carr's injury last year as a member of the Oakland Raiders, the 4th year pro will look to raise his game towards 'elite' status in 2017.
Future: Carr is the present and the future. The addition of rookie Nate Peterman (from PITT) solidifies the QB room as one of the league's best for the next decade.
Writer #1: 18
Writer #2: 18
CURRENT 3GML POINTS (LEAGUE RANKING)
Buffalo Bills: 40
New York Jets: 36
New England Patriots: 34
Miami Dolphins: 26
Tomorrow: RB breakdown...
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