Thursday, August 31, 2006
AFC East Preview
AFC East:
New England: Business as usual for the Patriots. They could be challenged this year by a rebuilt Miami squad, but should still take the division. Much like those around him, QB Tom Brady isn't usually flashy but just goes out an wins football games. The New England defense should remain one of the top units in the league, giving the workmanlike offense a chance to win every game. Brady will see a thinner receiving corps this season, but has never had problems spreading the ball around before. His go-to back will be Cory Dillon, who is getting older but can still put up decent numbers. 11-5
Miami: The Dolphins ended last season on a roll, and look to be returning to their winning ways after some lean years. New QB Daunte Culpepper was acquired in a trade with Minnesota and gives Miami a first-rate pivot if he can rebound from a serious knee injury. Second year running back Ronnie Brown will look to build on last year's strong rookie campaign and wont have to contend with the distraction that was Ricky Williams. The Dolphin's defense isn't great, but should be good enough that they can win if the offense carries its weight. A potential darkhorse team. 9-7
Buffalo: After a disastrous 2005 season, the Bills have hired coach Dick Jauron and 80-year old Marv Levy as GM to try to turn around the franchise. The Bills defense is formidable when they are on top of their game, but scoring points will be a major concern. RB Willis McGahee will provide a good ground attack, but young JP Losman will be lining up under centre and will need to mature in a hurry if the Bills are to have a chance, and having Peerless Price, a second tier receiver as his number one target will hardly help his cause. 6-10
New York Jets: In similar fashion to Buffalo, the Jets went into last season with high expectations only to fall on their faces, and now enter this campaign just hoping to avoid the basement. QB Chad Pennington is back to lead the offense after some suggested he could be cut loose by the Jets after suffering a serious shoulder injury last year. The running attack took a blow when Curtis Martin was placed on the physically unable to perform list, meaning he'll be out until at least mid-season. The defense had their struggles last year, but might be better this time around. The coaching staff was also overhauled, with many young coaches brought in who should bring some fresh ideas. 5-11
New England: Business as usual for the Patriots. They could be challenged this year by a rebuilt Miami squad, but should still take the division. Much like those around him, QB Tom Brady isn't usually flashy but just goes out an wins football games. The New England defense should remain one of the top units in the league, giving the workmanlike offense a chance to win every game. Brady will see a thinner receiving corps this season, but has never had problems spreading the ball around before. His go-to back will be Cory Dillon, who is getting older but can still put up decent numbers. 11-5
Miami: The Dolphins ended last season on a roll, and look to be returning to their winning ways after some lean years. New QB Daunte Culpepper was acquired in a trade with Minnesota and gives Miami a first-rate pivot if he can rebound from a serious knee injury. Second year running back Ronnie Brown will look to build on last year's strong rookie campaign and wont have to contend with the distraction that was Ricky Williams. The Dolphin's defense isn't great, but should be good enough that they can win if the offense carries its weight. A potential darkhorse team. 9-7
Buffalo: After a disastrous 2005 season, the Bills have hired coach Dick Jauron and 80-year old Marv Levy as GM to try to turn around the franchise. The Bills defense is formidable when they are on top of their game, but scoring points will be a major concern. RB Willis McGahee will provide a good ground attack, but young JP Losman will be lining up under centre and will need to mature in a hurry if the Bills are to have a chance, and having Peerless Price, a second tier receiver as his number one target will hardly help his cause. 6-10
New York Jets: In similar fashion to Buffalo, the Jets went into last season with high expectations only to fall on their faces, and now enter this campaign just hoping to avoid the basement. QB Chad Pennington is back to lead the offense after some suggested he could be cut loose by the Jets after suffering a serious shoulder injury last year. The running attack took a blow when Curtis Martin was placed on the physically unable to perform list, meaning he'll be out until at least mid-season. The defense had their struggles last year, but might be better this time around. The coaching staff was also overhauled, with many young coaches brought in who should bring some fresh ideas. 5-11
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