Special-teams rankings: Teams 1-10
With training camps approaching, Scouts Inc. ranks the NFL teams 1-32 on special teams.
Originally Published: July 19, 2007
Scouts Inc.
With training camps approaching, Scouts Inc. ranks the NFL teams 1-32 at nine positions. Today's position: Special teams.
1. Chicago Bears
The Bears have Pro Bowlers in place-kicker Robbie Gould, core player Brendon Ayanbadejo and explosive returner Devin Hester. Special-teams coordinator Dave Toub does an excellent job of letting his talented players play to their strengths and not overcomplicating the schemes. The coverage units are solid and keep opponents pinned deep. They will continue to provide the offense with exceptional field position.
1. Chicago BearsThe Bears have Pro Bowlers in place-kicker Robbie Gould, core player Brendon Ayanbadejo and explosive returner Devin Hester. Special-teams coordinator Dave Toub does an excellent job of letting his talented players play to their strengths and not overcomplicating the schemes. The coverage units are solid and keep opponents pinned deep. They will continue to provide the offense with exceptional field position.
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Scouts Inc.: Position rankings
With training camps approaching, Scouts Inc. ranks the NFL teams 1-32 at nine positions.
Monday, July 9: Quarterbacks
Tuesday, July 10: Running backs
Wednesday, July 11: Wide receivers
Thursday, July 12: Tight ends
Friday, July 13: Offensive line
Monday, July 16: Defensive line
Tuesday, July 17: Linebackers
Wednesday, July 18: Defensive backs
Thursday, July 19: Special teams
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