NFL 2010 Preseason Predictions: AFC Playoff Preview

September 12, 2010   ·   MJ Kasprzak   ·   Jump to comments

Much like Thursday's NFC predictions, these will predict the seeds of the AFC and how those matchups will play out. As stated in the aforementioned article, the AFC is expected to produce the 2010 NFL champion.
Indianapolis Colts: The defending AFC champion not only has probably the best passing game thanks to Peyton Manning, but an easier schedule than any contender other than the San Diego Chargers. Moreover, their above average defense from last season should be better with the return of Bob Sanders, even if it is unlikely he will stay healthy for the whole season, and their running game should improve. San Diego Chargers: The only reason the Chargers are in the playoffs is they are in the worst division in football. Having lost their best defensive player (now that Shawne Merriman has been exposed for only a solid starter without the aid of performance enhancing drugs) in Antonio Cromartie and traded away their best wide receiver in Vincent Jackson, they will need first-round ...

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