Thursday, August 31, 2006
AFC West Preview
AFC West:
Denver: The AFC West could be the most competitive and entertaining division in football this year. But the Broncos always find away to come out on top, and there's no reason they can't do the same this year. The Denver defense struggled mightily against the pass last year, but have made some improvements in that area. On offense QB Jake Plummer will have Rod Smith and Javon Walker to throw to, in what could become a dangerous one-two punch. It is unclear who the feature RB will be, but whether it's Mike Bell, Tatum Bell, or Ron Dayne, the Broncos will find a way to get 1000 yards out of him. The Broncos are nearly unbeatable at Mile High Stadium (9-0 last year until Pittsburgh dismantled them in the AFC title game), which always makes them a contender. 11-5
San Diego: The Chargers narrowly missed the post-season last year, and will be hungry to get back there this season. The defense is a bit of a question mark, but LB Shawn Mirriman could terrorize opposing quarterbacks with his pass rushing abilities. The biggest off-season change was definately replacing pro-bowl QB Drew Brees with untested Philip Rivers. Rivers has loads of potential, might not be able to replace Brees' abilities this year. LaDainian Toimlinson, who could be the NFL's top rusher this season, and is great at catching passes out of the backfield as well, will be the Charger's main offensive weapon, and will give them a chance at victory every Sunday. 10-6
Kansas City: The Chiefs come into this season much like they have the last few: as one of the NFL's enigmas. The offense is one of the best in the league. RB Priest Holmes could be facing retirement after a neck injury suffered last year, but Larry Johnson is a more than adequate replacement, and barring injury he should crack 1500 yards rushing with 20+ touchdowns. QB Trent Green quietly goes out and passes for over 4000 yards every season. Kick returner Dante Hall is the league's best as well. This should make the Chiefs a formidable foe, but they've missed the playoffs each of the last two years thanks to a lousy defense. The D will be benefitted by newcomer Ty Law at cornerback, but will still hold the Chiefs back. 9-7
Oakland: New coach Art Shell, who coached the Raiders in the early 90s, replaces Norv Turner. He has a difficult task ahead of him. The Raiders defense is average at best, which doesn't bode well considering they must face the fearsome offensive attacks of their three division rival twice apiece. The offense boasts a great receiving corps with Randy Moss, Doug Gabriel, and Ronald Curry. (Joey Porter's status is uncertain after he requested a trade). RB LaMont Jordan is also talented, but the key question is whether or not the offensive line can open up holes for him, or protect new QB Aaron Brooks well enough to enable him to utilize his receivers. 5-11
Denver: The AFC West could be the most competitive and entertaining division in football this year. But the Broncos always find away to come out on top, and there's no reason they can't do the same this year. The Denver defense struggled mightily against the pass last year, but have made some improvements in that area. On offense QB Jake Plummer will have Rod Smith and Javon Walker to throw to, in what could become a dangerous one-two punch. It is unclear who the feature RB will be, but whether it's Mike Bell, Tatum Bell, or Ron Dayne, the Broncos will find a way to get 1000 yards out of him. The Broncos are nearly unbeatable at Mile High Stadium (9-0 last year until Pittsburgh dismantled them in the AFC title game), which always makes them a contender. 11-5
San Diego: The Chargers narrowly missed the post-season last year, and will be hungry to get back there this season. The defense is a bit of a question mark, but LB Shawn Mirriman could terrorize opposing quarterbacks with his pass rushing abilities. The biggest off-season change was definately replacing pro-bowl QB Drew Brees with untested Philip Rivers. Rivers has loads of potential, might not be able to replace Brees' abilities this year. LaDainian Toimlinson, who could be the NFL's top rusher this season, and is great at catching passes out of the backfield as well, will be the Charger's main offensive weapon, and will give them a chance at victory every Sunday. 10-6
Kansas City: The Chiefs come into this season much like they have the last few: as one of the NFL's enigmas. The offense is one of the best in the league. RB Priest Holmes could be facing retirement after a neck injury suffered last year, but Larry Johnson is a more than adequate replacement, and barring injury he should crack 1500 yards rushing with 20+ touchdowns. QB Trent Green quietly goes out and passes for over 4000 yards every season. Kick returner Dante Hall is the league's best as well. This should make the Chiefs a formidable foe, but they've missed the playoffs each of the last two years thanks to a lousy defense. The D will be benefitted by newcomer Ty Law at cornerback, but will still hold the Chiefs back. 9-7
Oakland: New coach Art Shell, who coached the Raiders in the early 90s, replaces Norv Turner. He has a difficult task ahead of him. The Raiders defense is average at best, which doesn't bode well considering they must face the fearsome offensive attacks of their three division rival twice apiece. The offense boasts a great receiving corps with Randy Moss, Doug Gabriel, and Ronald Curry. (Joey Porter's status is uncertain after he requested a trade). RB LaMont Jordan is also talented, but the key question is whether or not the offensive line can open up holes for him, or protect new QB Aaron Brooks well enough to enable him to utilize his receivers. 5-11
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