Who is going to win the AFC North? Each team already has at least one loss during preseason... Predictions and why?
Ravens: Lost to Giants
Steelers: Lost to Packers
Browns: Lost to Lions
Bengals: Lost to both Lions and Saints
2007-08-23 06:53:03 · 18 answers · asked by theewokprincess 5 in Sports ➔ Football (American)
Preseason records mean nothing so I wouldn't put too much stock in that.
To answer the question: I believe it will come down to the Steelers & Ravens for the division.
I live here in Cincy and the Bengals have alot of issues that they have not addressed in the offseason.
2007-08-23 07:25:43 · answer #1 · answered by mr_cj_jr 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
You can't put much stock in the win/loss record of games where the starters are sitting by the second quarter.
It's hard to say who'll take the division because the teams are fairly even. I'll go with Cincy if their o-line can still hold up with the loss Steinbach and assuming nobody violates their parole.
I'll pick the Browns as the surprise team based on their significant off-season upgrades on the offense and the return of most of the player who sat out with injuries last year. They'll take second with a shot at the wild card. Plus their first team defense has yet to allow a touchdown in the preseason that was not the direct result of a turnover.
The Steelers will finish last because they were overachievers when they won the Super Bowl, and won't have that kind of success for awhile without Cowher. Plus I hate them the most.
2007-08-23 15:01:47 · answer #2 · answered by Vegas Matt 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Preseason doesn't mean much though. In the end I think the Ravens win the AFC North. I'm a Steelers fan but still my money is on the Ravens.
2007-08-23 14:52:32 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Preseason football doesn't mean anything.
The Bengals will win because they don't have the problem players any more and Carson Palmer is the best QB in the division. They also have Ocho Cinco and Whosyourmama.
The Steelers have a new coach and they lost some key players.
The Ravens getting old. Steve McNair is on the decline.
The Browns are the Browns.
2007-08-23 14:04:54 · answer #4 · answered by nrnetman 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
This is a very good question and a tough division to pick. I think the Ravens will win with their D and the acquisition of McGahee. The Steelers will be better this year though and Cincy has a great offense so it will be close. I think all 3 of those teams could make the playoffs no matter who wins the division.
2007-08-23 15:05:25 · answer #5 · answered by ben34 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As all football fans know preseason means nothing. But to get to your question, this is going to be a fun thing to watch. You have three really good teams in that division. I have to go with the Bengals. To much talent on that team.
2007-08-27 11:16:54 · answer #6 · answered by robertlnngr 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is a great question. I expect Cincinnati to win easily in Atlanta on Monday, as meaningless as it may be. Pre season is irrelevant, particularly with the four teams in this division.
Now to answer your question, Cincinnati and Baltimore will be the top two, while Pittsburgh and Cleveland will be the bottom two at seasons end, much like last year. Baltimore repeating a 13-3 season is highly unlikely, though, and the Bengals hope to avoid an end of season melt down to eventually make the playoffs.
2007-08-23 14:08:50 · answer #7 · answered by nflhandicapper 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The bengals if they can get their act together and preseason means nothing since most starters only play the first quarter or so and a lot of the time sit the bench.
2007-08-23 14:58:21 · answer #8 · answered by haf 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Bengals will win the division
Ravens will take a wildcard
Bengals have an easier schedule and an offense more than good enough to cover for their defense.
Ravens have an excellent defense but I'm not too impressed by their offense
2007-08-23 14:05:24 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
Pre-season doesn't mean much of anything. I like the Ravens chances because of their defense which is critical to winning games over the long haul.
2007-08-23 14:02:29 · answer #10 · answered by Zinger 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋