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Australian basketball fans could be the beneficiaries of the NBAs one-and-done policy, should Adelaide import Terrance Ferguson emerge as the trend-setter for star youngsters seeking an alternative route to the worlds best league.The controversial one-and-done scheme requires NBA draftees to be at least one year removed from high school, with many opting to undertake a year of college.Ferguson, 18, has taken a different route, choosing instead to sign with the NBLs 36ers ahead of entering the 2017 NBA draft in June.It means that unlike all those young basketballers who arent getting paid while attending college, Ferguson is earning a healthy wage while continuing his basketball development.A lot of them are like, man, I should have done what you did, Ferguson told New York Times.The schools make a lot from you. The coaches make a lot from you.But youre really getting nothing from it, just the basketball experience, the college experience.Education is obviously important. But what are you really getting out of it if you only go for one year?The Texans sentiments reflect those of Australian No.1 draft pick Ben Simmons, who told the recently-aired documentary One and Done of his disdain for study during his one and only year at Louisiana State University.Im going to the NBA next season ... its not going to help me, said Simmons, whos missing the start of the NBA season with Philadelphia due to a serious foot injury.I have to be getting better everyday ... Im not worried about my oceanography class. I cant get a degree in two semesters, so whats the point?Ferguson, a high school basketball sensation who is tipped to go in the top 25 of the draft, says he is enjoying his time in Adelaide.The guard is averaging 17.46 minutes and 6.7 points in seven games NBL games for the second-last placed 36ers this season.He had more than just this opportunity to go overseas, said Rachelle Holdman, Fergusons mother who also moved to Adelaide.But this was just the most logical because of the language and the culture not being so different.Its just so new that I think a lot of kids dont know about this option.But Im already hearing from other parents.With the NBL allowing teams three imports on their rosters instead of two as of this season, Ferguson could blaze a trail for other young Americans, with the 36ers revealing they have been asked by rivals teams how they went about recruiting him.I told them, No, I aint doing that, said coach Joey Wright.They said, What do you mean? 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The Eagles traded a slew of picks to select Wentz at No. 2 in the draft, but he was slated to be the No. 3 quarterback long before injuring his ribs in the preseason opener.The Eagles should be rebuilding under new coach Doug Pederson, but every team is a contender in this weak division. Bradford has looked sharp in Pedersons offense and the defense is vastly improved under defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz.Kirk Cousins had a breakout year to lead the Redskins to a division title in 2015. But no team has repeated in the East since the Eagles won four straight from 2001-04.The Giants wont have Tom Coughlin on the sideline for the first time since 2003. Offensive coordinator Ben McAdoo replaced him, so Eli Manning, Odell Beckham Jr. and Co. will have continuity. A revamped defense could help New York end its four-year playoff drought.Heres some things to know about the NFC East:GIGANTIC GIANT: Defensive end Olivier Vernon, a major free-agent addition, was dominant in the preseason. 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Norman better walk his talk after criticizing Beckham, Bradford and others.GANG GREEN: There hasnt been this much excitement surrounding the Eagles defense since Jim Johnson was calling the shots. Schwartz is the most accomplished defensive coordinator in Philadelphia since Johnson passed away. His defense was outstanding in the preseason, wreaking havoc and forcing turnovers. It wont be easy to maintain that success when the games count, but theyre on the right track. Defensive end Fletcher Cox got paid to be an elite player and should thrive in Schwartzs system. Linebacker Jordan Hicks returns after an injury shortened his promising rookie season. Safety Malcolm Jenkins has developed into one of the best at his position.DOOM IN BIG D: Romos latest injury is a big setback for the Cowboys, who were hoping to go from first-to-worst-to-first. But Prescott seems like an upgrade from Brandon Weeden and Matt Cassel. He also has a better supporting cast. The real problem for Dallas will be stopping other teams. Starters DeMarcus Lawrence and Randy Gregory are suspended for the first four games and Rolando McClain will miss the first 10 games of the regular season.PREDICTED ORDER OF FINISH: Giants, Redskins, Eagles, Cowboys.---AP NFL website: www.pro32.ap.org---Follow Rob Maaddi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AP-RobMaaddi ' ' '