The AFC North

The Bungles

If Pittsburgh Steelers fans really cared about what the rest of the country felt about their team, I wonder how they feel now that no one wants their starting quarterback to win another game, more or less play in one?

Baltimore Ravens -- 12-4
First and foremost, let's not forget that Anquan Boldin is now a Raven. He's a really nice addition to an offense featuring Derrick Mason, Ray Rice and Todd Heap. Also, they addressed their aging defense by drafting Terrance Cody and Sergio Kindle. Granted, they've got their issues (fatness, narcolepsy), but they probably won't need to start or anything, but those are two pretty sweet run stopper and speed rusher to bring in periodically. Love the Ravens.


Cincinnati Bengals -- 11-5
If Carson Palmer is protected and healthy, he has little excuse for not doing well. As long as everyone can stay out of jail. They signed Terrell Owens and Antonio Bryant. Drafted Jordan Shipley, Dez Briscoe and Jermaine Gresham. To be honest, it'll be tough not to want to watch the Bengals this season.


Pittsburgh Steelers -- 8-8
Bad karma, good coach. I think the offense kills them. They weren't exactly the 1983 San Diego Chargers to begin with. They lost their biggest big-play receiver (Santonio Holmes), their starting left tackle (to injury) and their running back corps is a tad thinner. Plus, their quarterback is a rapist.


Cleveland Browns -- 3-13
Starting quarterback: Jake Delhomme. I mean, he sucked with a world-class receiver and a brilliant running game and good coach.




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