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Emmitt on the Brink. The premise: Coming off a Super Bowl victory, the Patriots open the 2013 season with a blowout win. Unfortunately, they get into trouble for Spygate II. As punishment, Roger Goodell orders the Patriots to fire Bill Belichick and replace him with Emmitt Smith. Three years later, the Patriots beat the Bears…

Strengths: Elite run blocker Powerful drive blocker Great at pulling Hits blocks on second level of defense Mobile and athletic Intelligent Great technique with hand placement Textbook knee bend Rock-solid pass protector Proven leader; passion for the game Winner at collegiate level Durable, experienced 3-year starter Weaknesses: Was not challenged by good group of pass-rushers…

Strengths: Speed Ability to force fumbles Quick get off Agility to move around tackles Repertoire of moves Shedding blocks when pass rushing Versatility to rush from either side Athletic Can drop into coverage Hard worker in weight room Durable, experienced 3-year starter Weaknesses: Strength at the point of attack Ability to stop a drive block…

Strengths: Straight-line speed Quickness to the hole Vision Shiftiness Mobile with scrambling ability Quality size Solid hands Receiving ability Durable Weaknesses: Runs too upright Not very powerful Will need work on pass protection Summary: Miller had an excellent red-shirt sophomore season and was the most consistent weapon for Miami. In 2011, Miller averaged 5.6 yards…

Emmitt on the Brink. The premise: Coming off a Super Bowl victory, the Patriots open the 2013 season with a blowout win. Unfortunately, they get into trouble for Spygate II. As punishment, Roger Goodell orders the Patriots to fire Bill Belichick and replace him with Emmitt Smith. Three years later, the Patriots beat the Bears…