2013 NFL Preview

Alright football fans, here is my 2013 preview for the upcoming season! Grab those penalty flags because I am sure some of you will be throwing them as you read this.


AFC EAST

New England -- clearly the best team in the division but there is not really any competition for them. The Dolphins may one day reclaim this division but not as long as a man named Brady is still playing.
Miami -- they get this spot by default. The Jets stink and the Bills have a rookie QB.
Buffalo -- Because they are only slightly better than the Jets.
New York -- The Jets are likely the train wreck of the year, although Oakland could also compete for that title as well. At least we'll have Rex Ryan's press conferences.

AFC NORTH

Cincinnati -- Yes, Who Dey! It's the Bengals year to win the division even if it may only take a 10-6 record to do it.
Baltimore -- They won the Super Bowl then lost a lot of veterans to retirement and free agency. They still have the offense to win some games, though.
Pittsburgh -- Another non-playoff year for Pittsburgh with questions at RB and aging safeties.
Cleveland -- If they had a legitimate option at QB, they'd bump Pittsburgh to last in the division.

AFC SOUTH

Houston -- It'll be a close race with the Colts, but the Texans veteran leadership gives them the edge, especially with Ed Reed in that defense.
Indianapolis -- Andrew Luck had a fantastic rookie year, taking Indy to the playoffs. He'll have a chance to do it again, especially if Bradshaw stays healthy.
Tennessee -- The Titans are on their way back to being competitive. They are my sleeper team in the AFC and could surprise some teams who take them lightly.
Jacksonville -- Blaine Gabbert and Chad Henne... any questions?

AFC WEST

Denver -- The talent level isn't even close here. Peyton still got it. The Chiefs made steps, but they aren't there yet.
Kansas City -- The Chiefs may be the most improved team in the NFL. Alex Smith is a competent QB and if Jamaal Charles is healthy, they should challenge for a wild card spot.
San Diego -- The Chargers only get placed higher than the Raiders because they have a veteran quarterback.
Oakland -- This team could also be a train wreck with the Terrelle Pryor era seemingly ready to begin. Will he be Michael Vick or Akili Smith?


NFC EAST

New York -- The Giants will barely win this division. It may come down to week 17 against Washington.
Washington -- RG3 is a fun player to watch and he'll be back in playoffs again this year.
Dallas -- The Cowboys have lots of talent, but unfortunately, other teams have more. And then there's Romo who just can't get over that hump. Despite all that, they are my NFC sleeper team and could switch spaces with either of the teams above.
Philadelphia -- It's a transition year for them with a rookie NFL coach. If Vick can still play a fast game, maybe they surprise some people.

NFC NORTH

Green Bay -- Like New England, they are clearly the best team. This division won't even be close.
Detroit -- The Lions will rebound and be a contender for a wild card playoff spot. A wild card game is not out of the question if the pieces fall right.
Chicago -- Sometime teams just have one of those years. It'll be the Bears in 2013.
Minnesota -- You gotta love AP. But the question is, how long until we see Matt Cassell?

NFC SOUTH

New Orleans -- Atlanta will give them a run for the division. But Dew Brees and the weapons he has gets it done again.
Atlanta -- Matty Ice is paid among the best, now it is time for him to step up and get things done in the playoffs.
Carolina -- Cam Newton is a beast. And the Panthers are building a team which will compete sooner rather than later.
Tampa Bay -- I like the Buccaneers. However, they just don't have what's needed to compete with the rest of the division.

NFC WEST

Seattle -- Russell Wilson will only get better and that defense is still frightening. It'll be close but they edge San Fran.
San Francisco -- Colin Kaepernick is explosive. Vernon Davis is a beast. They will be right in it, fighting all the way with Seattle.
St. Louis -- This is the year Sam Bradford finally starts to show what he can do. The Rams are adding weapons for him. Give them a year or two.
Arizona -- The last dance for Carson Palmer. He'll be able to get Larry Fitzgerald the ball. But what else will they be able to do. Oh, they do have a good defense. Just not good enough to keep the Cards from a dismal season.


Thanks for reading. Have fun cheering for your favorite team this season. And remember, if you cannot be a poet, be the poem.


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