Dallas Desperados
No arguing the fact that Dallas started last season 15-1. The problem is that when crunch time came, they folded like a tent. Clint Dolezel talked of how tough training camp was this season, mentioning how most guys fought for their job. With Josh Bush and Anthony Armstrong bulking up a great receiving corps, look for the Desperados to make another spectacular run.
Philadelphia Soul
Talk about upgrading a receiving corps. Just the addition of Chris Jackson make the Soul instant division contenders. And in case you didn't know, Jackson and current signal caller Tony Graziani hooked up 117 times in 2003 while both were with the L.A. Avengers for 48 scores. Philly has a legit shot for the first time in the Bon Jovi world.
Columbus Destroyers
Arena Bowl runners up last season, however unlikely it was, the Destroyers proved everyone wrong. This season, they won't come as a surprise, because most intelligent Arena Football guys think they will struggle. And they will. Former Buckeye QB Justin Zwick is back in the league, but Perry Patterson will get the nod opening day.
Cleveland Gladiators
That's right, fans. Cleveland is back. But this time the name doesn't "rock". But the quarterback does. Cleveland head coach Mike Wilhoit coaxed Raymond Philyaw into reuniting with him in Ohio and starting the franchise over. Andy McCullough and Cornelius Bonner give Philyaw great targets to hit. I'm worried about the defense.
New York Dragons
The Dragons don't have Yankees money. Heck, they ain't got Mets money. Therefore the team suffers every season. With a herd of former af2 vets including both 2007 Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year, QB Ryan Vena and DB Levy Brown, the Dragons hope the class of the af2 will help with the struggles the Dragons have known recently.
SOUTHERN DIVISION
Georgia Force
In a watered-down Southern division this season, Georgia looks to be the favorite, despite losing two top receivers to free agency. However, Troy Bergeron returns with nobody with any arena experience to help. Chris Greisen will have to man up to win this season.
New Orleans VooDoo
The VooDoo traded for Chris Horn from the Philadelphia Soul and in turn received a deep threat that Steve Bellisari can use. Along with receiver James Jordan, the VooDoo will have a great offense, but can the inexperience in the defensive backfield be overcome before the season gets out of hand?
Tampa Bay Storm
Who would have ever thought that the next two teams would be in the bottom of their divisions? The Storm with quarterback Brett Dietz have a long way to come this season. Lawrence Samuels and Sedrick Robinson should provide good targets for Deitz, but the offensive line is a question as well as a backup quarterback.
Orlando Predators
First, I must say that it is funny that Shane Stafford made the trek across I-4 just to play for his old team's arch rival. Stafford has a lot to live up to this season, and I don't see much for the Preds. Kenny McEntyre is back in a Preds uniform after a season in KC, but that's not going to make the secondary worth paying to watch. No receivers that stand out. The defensive line is just average. I hope that Jay Gruden turns it around, but I don't see it this year.
ARENA BOWL CHAMPIONS: Dallas Desperados
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