The NFC South is dumb, but now it’s actually getting good
There’s no question that the NFC South has always been weird. It’s football’s most chaotic division, occupied by four teams often more intent on beating themselves than each other. Only in the NFC South could we see things like the Falcons’ 28-3 Super Bowl collapse, Cam Newton not diving on the ball, or four consecutive […]
The NFC South, known for its chaotic nature, has traditionally been a division of teams more focused on self-destruction than competing against each other. The division has seen numerous instances of teams' collapses, such as the Falcons' Super Bowl fiasco and Cam Newton's failure to dive on the ball. For the majority of the 2020s, the NFC South was a source of amusement due to its poor performance, often hovering around .500.
However, it seems the tide may be turning, with the division now showcasing intriguing football. This change is attributed to the resurgence of individual excellence, particularly with the performance of the division's quarterbacks. Top teams like the Falcons, Saints, Panthers, and Buccaneers have seen improvement, with standout players emerging in Bryce Young, Tyler Shough, Bijan Robinson, and Drake London.
The Buccaneers, though currently in a mess, have the potential to turn things around quickly. Despite the rivalry between the Falcons and Saints, the upcoming Monday Night Football game between the two teams holds significant importance for the division's future. The division's stability now relies on the continued success of Young and Shough for the Falcons, the development of Shough for the Buccaneers, and the search for the right quarterback for the Panthers.
If these developments continue, the NFC South might finally see the long-term stability it has been yearning for.
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