NFL AFC Conference Preview

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With Cushing, DeMeco Ryans, and former Pro Bowler Cato June, the Texans could have a fearsome Linebacker corps.

Runner up: Tyson Jackson, Robert Ayers

Coach Of The Year: Mike Tomlin, Steelers

He's only been here two seasons, and could end up giving Pittsburgh two Super Bowl victories. Definitely a huge accomplishment. 

Runner up: Jim Caldwell, Jeff Fisher, Bill Belichick

COACHING FORECAST:

On The Hot Seat

There's two main coaches on the Hot Seat for me. Gary Kubiak, Houston is one of them. The Texans still don't have a playoff victory. If he doesn't produce this year, I'd fire him if they ever want to move up in the world.

Another is Norv Turner, San Diego. He's underachieved. True, he has some playoff wins, but they just can't seem to get past the Wildcard. I blame Turner. True, Tomlinson is on the decline but every year I expect good things to come. They have such potential. And with that kinda talent, there's only one person to blame. The Coach.

Easiest Debut: Todd Haley, Chiefs

The Chiefs are going nowhere fast, but how hard can it be to improve? Win three games and you'll be a hero. Especially in a week division like the AFC West.

Hardest Debut: Josh McDaniels, Broncos. Jim Caldwell, Colts

McDaniels handled the Cutler event poorly. He'll have a tough time following two-time Super Bowl champion Mike Shanahan. 

Caldwell also will have big shoes to fill. He may have only won one Super Bowl, but Tony Dungy was an amazing coach, and an amazing person. He led the team to a lot of playoff victories, and the players all loved that guy. Good luck Caldwell, you'll need it.

Coach Most Missed: Tony Dungy, Colts

As said before, people loved this guy. The team, the fans, even I'm gonna miss him even though I don't care for the Colts. It was more then great coaching with Dungy. 

Key Addition: Mike Nolan, Broncos

The new defensive coordinator, he has to fix a broken unit that, had it been good last season, could've prevented the termination of Shanahan, and Cutler leaving.

FREE AGENCY RECAP

Best Signing: Bart Scott, LB, Jets

Ryan knows Scott well, and he should prove to be a key addition to a rebuilding offense.

Best Re-Signing: Nnamdi Asomugha, CB, Raiders

If the Raiders will ever come around, they needed to hang on the only quality defensive player on the roster.

Biggest Question: Tank Johnson, DT, Bengals

So they finally clear the team of players with character issues, and this is who they sign? 

Riskiest Signing: Terrell Owens, WR, Bills

Without a doubt, TO has some issues. He has talent of course, but his off the field reputation could catch up to him. The Bills may have made a bad move, but only time will tell.

Best Overhaul: Broncos

The defense needs some work, and they sure improved it. Signing Linebacker Andra Davis, Safeties Brian Dawkins and Renaldo Hill, and Cornerback Andre Goodman will be great additions to a rebuilding defense.

SCHEDULE PREVIEW

Toughest Schedule: Miami Dolphins

Miami faces a full plate this year as their opposition posts a .601 win percentage. The schedule includes games against Atlanta, the Colts, and on the road to San Diego, finishing off with Pittsburgh.

Easiest Schedule: Pittsburgh Steelers

Sure they're defending champs, but really. The two Cleveland and Cincinnati games are a given, they'll beat the Ravens at least once, and with the Lions, Chiefs, and Raiders there that's like half a season of gimmies. 

Easiest Run: Baltimore Ravens

They also play Oakland and Detroit, and only the Steelers have made the playoffs among their opposition.

Hardest Run: Buffalo Bills

If TO and co. somehow look good coming into December, they won't come January. They play Atlanta, New England, and Indianapolis to finish off the season.

There ya go, the NFC and AFC season previews. I personally am very excited and can't wait to see what happens. It promises to be a great one!

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