Coaches Survey: Season 3

This season has been filled with great storylines. Great games and blowouts. Struggles and resiliency. We’ve seen teams rise to the occasion and some fall short. Some teams are clearly in a rebuild while other teams are geared to create a dynasty. I have been the man behind the scenes, giving you content. Telling you how I feel about what is going on. But what about the coaches’ opinion? I mean, they are the ones who live the football life. I just write about it. What do they think about what is going on around the league? Well, I got to privately talk to them, and this is what I took from their answers:

Who Will Win The OGCFM Super Bowl In Season 3?

This is what it is all about, right? Winning the big one. Winning the ultimate treasure. Receiving that “well done” at the end of the season can only come in one way. Lifting up the big Lombardi trophy. Now that the playoffs are around the corner, 14 teams have the opportunity to make their dreams come true. 54 players put their blood, sweat, and tears all for this very moment. Win or go home. Who will rise to the occasion? Who will choke? I got to talk to the coaches themselves. And of course, some of them were biased or confident in their own team, but here is the feedback I got. The top 3 votes were:

1. Bengals: The Bengals had the most votes to win the Super Bowl. They end the season at 15-2, and are clearly the top dawgs in the league. They have dominated all season long, and with the Super Bowl on the line, the entire league should be scared of what is coming from this team.

2. Jets. The Jets have struggled recently, but the other coaches still believe that the Jets will be Super Bowl champions at the end of the season. The Jets’ offense has been amazing all season long, and for them to win it all, they will need that trend to continue. Defensively, they will need a lot more. The saying “defense wins championships”, may cause the Jets to get upset and maybe upset early. Nonetheless, this team is a known threat across the league.

3. Panthers. The NFC didn’t receive that many votes, but have no fear because the Panthers are here. The Panthers’ defense is so dominant that, as long as the offense takes care of the ball, the Panthers may roll right to the Super Bowl. And other coaches think the same thing. Although Bryce Young is a rookie, he has shown growth throughout the season and may not need to do much, with the rushing game and defense carrying the team. This team does not have a clear weakness and they may be the ones holding up the trophy at the end of the year.

Honorable Mention: Titans

Who Do You Think Should Win MVP This Season?

1. Will Levis. You read that correctly. Rookie Will Levis is getting all the respect around the league. During the trade season, the Titans picked up Elijah Moore and Jerry Jeudy, who have helped Levis reach new heights. Will Levis has thrown 46 touchdowns with 22 interceptions and almost 5000 yards. He has a completion percentage of 71%. Absolutely amazing. It is clear that he stays in the film room, helping him make smart decisions on the field.
2. Jordan Love. We can’t forget about the love shown towards Jordan Love. He has quietly had one of the best season performances this season. He has not only thrown dots but has taken care of the football. He has thrown 44 touchdowns and only 13 interceptions with 4322 yards. He has a completion percentage of 67%. The Packers are 2nd in the NFC, and a lot of the credit is Jordan Love. He is their franchise player, and the Packers hope he will continue his success come playoff time.
3. Josh Allen. This one is very controversial. Josh Allen has thrown 49 touchdowns and 5250 yards. That is incredible and those numbers itself should easily put him in the MVP conversation. The problem is he has thrown 48 interceptions. 48. The Bills’ offense was a huge reason they had a shot to make the playoffs, but also a huge reason they didn’t. Josh Allen has had statistically his best and worst season this year. He won’t win MVP, but his stats are through the roof.

Honorable Mention: Stefon Diggs- 1765 yards and 24 touchdowns.

What Team Will Make A Massive Jump Season 4?

 There are 31 teams that won’t win the Super Bowl this year, but that does not mean that this year was a failure. Some teams have built a culture and brought in guys that will help them transform their team. Here are the top teams coaches believe have done just that and will make a massive jump next year:

1. Steelers. This team got the most votes by far and there is no doubt why. After firing their head coach and hiring a new one, the Steelers put the league on notice. Their offense is something serious, allowing Najee Harris to show his true potential. Shoutout to Kenny Pickett and George Pickens. A big 3 that will bring madness to the league next season. And don’t forget they have top picks this upcoming draft. Yikes! They ended the streak of the Bengals, sending a message to the AFC North, that next season will be so much different.
2. Texans. Just like the Steelers, the Texans have made some noise. Following a blowout loss on SNYPZTV to the Panthers, it looked like the Texans would continue their struggles like years before. However, they shocked the league by putting up ridiculous performances. Beating the red-hot Cardinals and Jets, making a statement that they are a few pieces away from competing for, dare I say, the Super Bowl. 
3. Bears. The Bears have struggled season in and season out, but coaches believe that this team, with the draft and offseason moves, will make a massive jump next year. Earlier in the season, a trade involving Justin Fields and the Saints got revoked, but it looked like the Bears were trying to get rid of him. Fast forward to today, and the Bears coach has said he is their quarterback for the future. Grabbing Akers and with great draft picks, this team will make some noise next season.

Honorable Mention: Patriots.

What Teams Or Top Teams Do You Consider Frauds?

 Whoa, this one is a stinger. Imagine fighting all season long. Giving your blood, sweat, and tears. Then some guys who were not there come around and say you are frauds and will choke in the playoffs. I don’t know about you, but that would add a little extra motivation to get the job done. Here are the teams coaches consider frauds heading into the playoffs.

1. Bengals. This one is a head-scratcher. What else do they have to prove? They have the best record in the NFL. They have a great offense and a great defense. Yes, they are cocky, and that may rub some the wrong way, but let’s be clear: They handle business every week! I don’t think the league needs the Bengals to have a chip on their shoulder, but they have done it now. It’s about to get really hideous for the league.
2. Cardinals. The Cardinals have defied all odds this season. I have been vocal about my joy in watching this underdog story. Other coaches, however, believe that this story will come to an end very quickly. An anonymous coach has said that they are too young and not ready for the big stage. I don’t agree with that. The Cardinals are young and don’t have much playoff experience, but they have a great coach. A great coach who will prepare them to play their best. I imagine the Cardinals making the NFC Championship game, if not, further.
3. Colts. This one is the most understandable. The Colts have not been the same team we saw in the beginning. Their defense has been below average and their run game has been the focus of opponents. As many other coaches have said, the Colts are expected to be eliminated from the playoffs very quickly. They have too many questions and have not answered any.

Honorable Mention: Saints

How Close Do You Think You Are To A Superbowl?

This was a personal question I asked the coaches. I won’t list them all here, but as expected, there was a mix between answers. Most coaches said they were an off-season or season away. In this league, there are so many good coaches who need one piece to wreak havoc on the league. For the teams at the bottom, they will be on top soon. For the teams on top, don’t sleep. Remember it’s an Any Given Sunday type of league. Those exalted will be humbled. And the humble will be exalted.

Which Team Suprised You The Most This Season?

1. Panthers. The Panthers came into the season with rookie Bryce Young. Clearly, the Panthers found their franchise quarterback, but no one expected them to reach the top this fast. Other coaches could not help but give the Panthers their respect. They have reached the mountain fast, and no one expects them to fall anytime soon.
2. Cardinals. The underdog story. The Cardinals were picked to be one of the worst teams this year. Maybe a poor season away from moving on from Murray, and maybe being in the Caleb Williams sweepstakes. However, from the start, the Cardinals switched the whole narrative. They were here. They were not to be picked on. They would not be circled as a guaranteed win on the schedule. They were here for the same thing all the other 31 teams were here for. That Super Bowl trophy. The Cardinals have put themselves in a great position to do so, and have shocked the league.
3. 49ers. The 49ers were supposed to be on top of the NFC. However, this year was a complete disaster. The only good thing that came out of this season is that they will get a top 5 pick in the upcoming draft.

Honorable Mention: Titans

Who Is The Best Defensive Coach?

Defense wins championships. One of the most annoying things is going into a game and getting absolutely clamped. These coaches have experienced that and these are their top defensive coaches:

1. Colts. This is kind of funny to look at now. The Colts started the season as the best defensive team but have looked horrendous recently. However, if they could go back to their previous form, then they would have a real shot in the playoffs. They have a bend, but don’t break type of defense and will make teams pay for mistakes.
2. Titans. Now this team should be #1 in my opinion. Their defense is terrifying. They have 42 sacks and 38 interceptions on the season. They take out teams’ 1st, 2nd, and 3rd options. So many teams went against them and left wondering how they could hide the holes that were just exposed by the Titans. Run defense: they got it. Pass defense: they got it. For any team going against the Titans in the playoffs, they will have to find a way other than passing and running. What I’m trying to say is that will all be on lockdown. Scary hours for the league.
3. Panthers. As stated before this defense will make you punch a wall. They make the opposing teams’ running backs look like kids. They have the best run defense in the league. They have 39 sacks on the year and 37 interceptions. If you roll into Carolina in the playoffs, good luck getting points on the board.

Honorable Mention: Patriots

Who Is The Best Offensive Coach?

No one wants to see a 7-3 football game. We want to see points on the board. Coaches have tried to gameplan against these coaches, but nothing seemed to work. These are the coaches other coaches have said are hard to stop on defense:

1. Jets. This is interesting because the Jets were without ARod for most of the year. Zach Wilson has led this offense and has done a great job doing it. They have 6348 total yards (4332 passing and 2016 rushing). They always find a way to move the football down the field. With ARod leading the charge now, the Jets offense is a whole lot scarier.
2. Browns. The Browns had the smoothest turnaround this season. They went from one of the most inconsistent offenses to leading the league in offense. They have 7204 total yards (5584 passing and 1422 rushing). This team was already good defensively and now that they can put points on the board, they may upset a lot of teams this playoffs.
3. Bengals. Joe Shiesty and 7/11. What more is there to say? The Bengals have 6595 total yards (5031 passing and 1564 rushing). This Bengals team scores in bunches. Lobs, rushes, rpos, screens, quarterback runs. You name it. They are a headache to play against. Joe Burrow should have been in MVP conversations, but I know he would much rather hold up that Super Bowl MVP. 

Honorable Mention: Packers

Who Has The Most Promising Future?

The truth is that you can’t win them all now, but you can build for the future. These are the teams coaches say have the most promising future:

1. Titans. The scariest thing about the Titans is that they are young. This team won’t just be dominant this season. No, every season they will only get more dominant as they get better every single year. Like I continue to say, it is scary hours for the league.
2. Panthers. Two teams that are both young and on top of the league. The Panthers have a rookie at quarterback! A rookie! This team may be on top of the NFC for years to come, and we may even have a dynasty on our hands.
3. Colts. One of the things people forget when talking about the Colts’ recent struggles is that they are so young. Inconsistencies are a given when a bunch of young guys are leading the group. AR5, Jonathan Taylor, Michael Pitman, and Josh Downs are guys this team is counting on. They are great players, but they still have a lot to learn. They may not get the job done this year, but other coaches are taking notice of them.

Who Is The Cover Athlete of Season 3?

Man! Seeing yourself on a video game has to be amazing. But being on that cover has to be insane. To give this guy all the honor deserved, I will only say the athlete who got the most votes. This guy broke the record in receiving touchdowns with 24. You know who I am talking about. If the season ended today, the cover athlete of Season 1 would be Stefon Diggs. An incredible season by an incredible player. Unfortunately for the league, he still has the playoffs to show out. He is him.

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