Quick Hit AFC Preview
AFC EAST
1. New England Patriots – It’s pretty simple – if Brady and Moss both stay healthy, no AFC East team will come within 4 games of the Pats. After dealing Richard Seymour to Oakland, it’s clear that getting younger on defense is a priority. But if you can put up 40 plus a game, does it really matter? Projected Record: 12-4
2. New York Jets – The 2009 Jets will be a poor man’s version of the 2008 Ravens. Play close, ugly games with a rookie quarterback and see how each week shakes out. Sexy Rexy has already called out opposing players and put the Patriots on notice - how could you not want to play for this guy? Projected Record: 8-8
3. Miami Dolphins – A team very similar to the Falcons - won a lot of close games in 2008 with a 4th place schedule. Not only do the ‘Fins have to play the NFC South this season, but sprinkle in games against the Titans, Chargers and the Super Bowl Champs. Sparano is one hell of a coach, but the talent in South Beach is average at best. Projected Record: 8-8
4. Buffalo Bills – One of three teams this preseason that’s already canned their OC. Their offense was putrid in August and even though they get T.O. back to start the regular season, they lose Beast Mode for the first three games. Oh, and they play the Patriots Week 1. Yuck. Projected Record: 6-10
