Which team do you consider the favorite in the AFC....going into 2012?

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Apr 30, 2012 8:34 AM
At least at this point, after free agency and the draft.

Houston is looking strong for 2012.

New England and Baltimore met in the AFC Championship last year and both could very well make it there again.

Pittsburgh has an aging defense but they have may bolstered their offensive line.

Cincinnati may continue to emerge after a good draft.

Denver added a guy named Manning.

Jets will be fascinating but will they be improved?
Apr 30, 2012 8:34am
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Apr 30, 2012 8:37 AM
My choice isn't up there, nice fail Non.
Apr 30, 2012 8:37am
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Apr 30, 2012 8:43 AM
Patriots
Apr 30, 2012 8:43am
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Apr 30, 2012 8:45 AM
Legit question.

Only 10 options for the poll.
Apr 30, 2012 8:45am
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Apr 30, 2012 8:49 AM
Miami isn't up there?
Apr 30, 2012 8:49am
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Apr 30, 2012 8:50 AM
Non;1157430 wrote:Pittsburgh has an aging defense but they have may bolstered their offensive line.
Pittsburgh will rape the competition this year.

/original'd
Apr 30, 2012 8:50am
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Apr 30, 2012 8:57 AM
Non;1157442 wrote:Legit question.

Only 10 options for the poll.
Should have put an other then. No reason to put the broncos up there.
Apr 30, 2012 8:57am
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Apr 30, 2012 9:21 AM
Manning will have them in the playoffs. 10-6 or something like that.
Apr 30, 2012 9:21am
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Apr 30, 2012 9:47 AM
The Bills? I know they just added to their D but is Fitzpatrick really going to lead them there?
Apr 30, 2012 9:47am
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Apr 30, 2012 10:00 AM
N.E. 'cause they got Gonzo.
Apr 30, 2012 10:00am
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Apr 30, 2012 10:11 AM
Favorite? Patriots.
Apr 30, 2012 10:11am
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Apr 30, 2012 10:21 AM
said_aouita;1157515 wrote:N.E. 'cause they got Gonzo.
if he even makes the team - he looks like a bobble head on the field with the massive helmet he wears
Apr 30, 2012 10:21am
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Apr 30, 2012 10:36 AM
Proily New England.
Apr 30, 2012 10:36am
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Apr 30, 2012 10:38 AM
Patriots.
Apr 30, 2012 10:38am
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Apr 30, 2012 10:49 AM
I'll say AFC Championship

Pittsburgh at Houston

Steelers win
Apr 30, 2012 10:49am
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Apr 30, 2012 11:01 AM
I was high on Houston last year, and honestly think if Schaub was playing, they would have pushed for the AFC title. I will go with them this year.
Apr 30, 2012 11:01am
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Apr 30, 2012 11:11 AM
Non;1157579 wrote:I'll say AFC Championship

Pittsburgh at Houston

Steelers win
Color me shocked. :rolleyes:
Apr 30, 2012 11:11am
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Apr 30, 2012 11:20 AM
I don't think the Steelers will have as good a year as what people think...they'll be ok, maybe a 9-7 record. I think Baltimore and Cincy could give them problems. The Pats will be tough, I'm not buying the Jets.
Apr 30, 2012 11:20am
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Apr 30, 2012 11:23 AM
zach24oz;1157505 wrote:The Bills? I know they just added to their D but is Fitzpatrick really going to lead them there?
He was solid till he got hurt.
Apr 30, 2012 11:23am
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Apr 30, 2012 11:31 AM
I'll take the safe bet and say NE again.

The AFC North will be a battle. Cincy and Pittsburgh, both had great drafts. I'm not sure on Baltimore....didn't really read into it. My gut feeling tells me the Steelers will bounce back with a better season than last year, but their schedule is no cake walk.
Apr 30, 2012 11:31am
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Apr 30, 2012 11:49 AM
Houston
Apr 30, 2012 11:49am
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Apr 30, 2012 12:22 PM
Automatik;1157634 wrote:My gut feeling tells me the Steelers will bounce back with a better season than last year, but their schedule is no cake walk.
That scares me more than anything. A lot of big games and primetime games.

Here's what I like:
- Todd Haley is a passionate guy and he's out to prove himself. And he has a lot to work with. I think that's going to prove to be a good hire in year one.
- DeCastro will instantly improve the offensive line. It may improve more depending on Adams but it will already be better. A better running game means more balance, means more opportunities for our explosive receivers, means the defense will be fresher.
Apr 30, 2012 12:22pm
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Apr 30, 2012 12:27 PM
Browns! Season of Dreams!!! /sarcasm.
Apr 30, 2012 12:27pm
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Apr 30, 2012 12:36 PM
like_that;1157604 wrote:I was high on Houston last year, and honestly think if Schaub was playing, they would have pushed for the AFC title. I will go with them this year.
Agreed.
Voted for New England though.
Apr 30, 2012 12:36pm
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Apr 30, 2012 12:39 PM
Houston. Most complete team offensively. Easy division again makes them 5-1. 6-0 realistic shot and 4-2 at worst. So they have inside track for homefield.

Defense isnt as good as Baltimores or Jets etc. But it is very good and can make plays.
Apr 30, 2012 12:39pm