1. Dallas Cowboys
There’s far too much talent on this team for them not to win the division.
2. Washington Redskins
Things are starting to look better for them. Kirk Cousins looks like a legitimate franchise QB.
3. New York Giants
A big free agent investment on defense puts less pressure on the offense to score 30+ points per game.
4. Philadelphia Eagles
The Chip Kelly era is over. Even most die hard Eagles fans will give them a pass this year to undo everything.
1. Denver Broncos
Their QB play will be about the same as it was last year, but their success hinges on the defensive side and Super Bowl MVP Von Miller.
2. Oakland Raiders
A few more tweaks should have them contending for a Wild Card spot this year.
3. Kansas City Chiefs
They’ll contend for the division title, but Oakland is right up there with them to challenge Denver.
4. San Diego Chargers
They can’t be any worse than last years team. WR Keenan Allen playing all year long will help QB Philip Rivers a lot.
1. Houston Texans
They believe they have found their QB in Brock Osweiler. Now it’s time to go out and prove it.
2. Indianapolis Colts
The Colts success relies on whether Andrew Luck will avoid a repeat of the 2015 debacle.
3. Jacksonville Jaguars
Was last season just a fluke? For Gus Bradley’s job security it better not be.
4. Tennessee Titans
Having two workhorse running backs to go with QB Marcus Mariota is a great start to their rebuilding plan.
1. Pittsburgh Steelers
From top to bottom this is one of the best teams that Mike Tomlin has ever had in Pittsburgh.
2. Cincinnati Bengals
If Andy Dalton can stay healthy for the playoffs, maybe they can make some noise in January.
3. Baltimore Ravens
Keeping key players healthy (namely their QB Joe Flacco) will determine their success this year.
4. Cleveland Browns
With the Cavaliers bringing the city a championship, the Browns have a shining example to follow.
1. New England Patriots
Even with Tom Brady out the first 4 games, winning 12 games still seems doable for them.
2. New York Jets
Bringing in Matt Forte means the Jets offense have another weapon in the passing attack.
3. Buffalo Bills
Tyrod Taylor is being paid like a franchise QB, but is there enough around him to get Buffalo into the playoffs?
4. Miami Dolphins
Adam Gase has been hired to turn around this once proud franchise’s fortunes.
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