Wednesday, September 9, 2009

NFL Preview: AFC NORTH

The defending champs and the hard-hitting Ravens will dominate again. The only question is, who will finish in first?

1. Pittsburgh Steelers (14-2): The champs open the season tomorrow night against the Titans. They will win and cruise most of the season through their schedule, splitting with the Ravens and losing to the Chargers, even though SD will have to travel to Pittsburgh. This will get them the #1 seed, a bye and a nice shot at a repeat.

2. Baltimore Ravens (12-4): The Ravens suffer from one problem- they play in the same division as the Steelers. Other than that, they are golden. I think their defense will continue to dominate despite losing Rex Ryan and Bart Scott. Jameel McClain can fill his void, and Haloti Ngata will be a household name by December. Breakout years for Flacco and Rice too.

3. Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals (4-12): Honestly, I couldn't find 4 wins for both of these team, and wanted to put 3-13 for both. But that futility is only reserved for special occasions (like the Rams and Chiefs). Either way, there will be no joy in Ohio.

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