2009-10 AFC predictions

Assuming there aren't any major injuries, here's how I see it....
AFC EAST:
1) Patriots (12-4): Tom Brady is back. Considering this team went 11-5 with Cassel, 12-4 seems logical. The defense loses a lot of key veterans, but the offensive fire power is still there.
2) Dolphins (8-8): The Dolphins aren't going to fool as many teams this season. I like the defense but have questions about the pasing game.
3) Jets (6-10): Anytime you start a rookie, it's more than likely there will be some losses that shouldn't have happened. It's hard to ignore that Jericho Cotchery is the go to guy.
4) Bills (6-10): Youth movement begins here. If Edwards can get the passing game going, they could be an 8-8 team at best.

AFC NORTH:
1) Steelers (11-5): Big Ben simply knows how to win. The defense is the best in the NFL, but the offense needs to learn to be more efficient.
2) Ravens (11-5): The running game is outstanding, the defense is top 5 in the league. If Flacco becomes a superstar, they could win 13.
3) Bengals (6-10): If Carson Palmer returns to form and the defense becomes a Marvin Lewis style defense, the Bengals could surprise some teams.
4) Browns (3-13): I see them as being one of the bottom 5. I have no faith in Quinn and Lewis.

AFC SOUTH:
1) Titans (11-5): The running game and defense are very solid. The additions of some pretty solid recievers make them interesting.
2) Colts (11-5): At times, Manning looked human last season. Defense remains a question mark.
3) Texans (10-6): I see great things in the future from them. The offensive weapons are ridiculous and there are some very talented defensive players here.
4) Jaguars (5-11): Could be a rebuilding year for the Jags. This could be the year they decide if Garrard is the QB they want to move forward with. The D has fallen apart over the past couple of years.

AFC WEST:
1) Chargers: (12-4): Easy schedule, easy division. Could be dangerous/Super Bowl bound if defense and LT stay healthy.
2) Broncos: (7-9): I like Kyle Orton, even if he had a horrible preseason. The running backs have talent too.
3) Chiefs (6-10): 6 wins may be too generous. It will depend upon Cassel's performance.
4) Raiders (3-13): Not there yet.