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2008 NFL team previews

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Updated: September 3, 2008, 7:13 PM EDT

NFC EAST
AFC EAST
Three of the four teams made the playoffs last season, including the defending Super Bowl champion Giants. Add in a last-place team some think could contend for a Super Bowl. Welcome to the NFL's toughest division.

TEAM-BY-TEAM PREVIEWS:

  • Cowboys: Jerry's put his stamp on Cowboys

  • Giants: Are they legit or a fluke?

  • Eagles: If healthy, look out for McNabb

  • Redskins: Hiding in the shadows

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    For the Patriots to go 16-0 last season, it sure didn't hurt residing in such a weak division in 2007. Guess what Pats: This season should be tougher as all three teams are on the rebound in the league's most improved division.

    TEAM-BY-TEAM PREVIEWS:

  • Bills: Buffalo smelling the playoffs

  • Dolphins: Rebuilding, the Tuna way

  • Patriots: Perfection, Part II?

  • Jets: Brett Favre's final stand

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    NFC NORTH
    AFC NORTH
    This division fields two legit NFC contenders, and one other two years removed from a Super Bowl appearance. But in a division where Jon Kitna is the most experienced starting, perhaps in no other division is quarterback such a question mark.

    TEAM-BY-TEAM PREVIEWS:

  • Bears: Fans wondering about Angelo's offense

  • Lions: Will Matt Millen finally win?

  • Packers: A lot riding on Aaron Rodgers

  • Vikings: No Favre, so Jackson's the guy

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    The Steelers have a new worthy division foe, but this Ohio team does not include a wacky wide receiver with Spanish numerals for a name. Instead, Cleveland's Braylon Edwards could be the best WR in the division.

    TEAM-BY-TEAM PREVIEWS:

  • Ravens: Harbaugh brings fresh air

  • Bengals: Can Ocho Cinco stay down?

  • Browns: The trendy division pick

  • Steelers: Where's the beef up front?

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    NFC SOUTH
    AFC SOUTH
    In the brief history of this division, no NFC South team has ever repeated as division champion. Tampa Bay coach Jon Gruden loves a challenge, and his Bucs will get one from a couple comeback contenders.

    TEAM-BY-TEAM PREVIEWS:

  • Falcons: Arthur Blank starts from scratch

  • Panthers: A real threat with Jake back

  • Saints: Even more weapons for Brees

  • Bucs: Chucky goes for two in a row

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    The Colts have won five straight AFC South titles with the Jaguars nipping at their heels nearly every season. But heading into '08, there's a feeling in J-ville that the Colts may be ripe for the picking.

    TEAM-BY-TEAM PREVIEWS:

  • Texans: Super Mario leads strong defense

  • Colts: Showing signs of wear and tear

  • Jaguars: Optimism running high

  • Titans: Pivotal year for Vince Young

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    NFC WEST
    AFC WEST
    Every summer folks fall in love with the Arizona Cardinals, but every fall they disappoint ... often in gruesome fashion. Now with Kurt Warner starting over their QB of the future, are the Cards poised to challenge Seattle for the division crown?

    TEAM-BY-TEAM PREVIEWS:

  • Cardinals: Is Leinart a lost cause?

  • 49ers: The Niners offense get "Martz"-ed

  • Rams: Healthy Bulger and Jackson helps

  • Seahawks: Sporting huge "west coast" chip

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    Records, awards and endorsements are great. But it wasn't enough to wipe the sting of another tough playoff loss to the Patriots. This year LaDainian Tomlinson's Chargers will settle for a Super Bowl and nothing less.

    TEAM-BY-TEAM PREVIEWS:

  • Broncos: This is Cutler's team now

  • Chiefs: Construction takes time

  • Raiders: Talented on paper, with baggage

  • Chargers: Desperately seeking Super Bowl

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    Those of you touting the Titans must not be watching Vince Young very closely. He looks like he'll do anything to avoid a hit. Including throwing some of the worst looking passes ever seen.


    9/5/2008 20:43:00 PM(Report inappropriate content)

    Colts WIN SUPERBOWL, future headlines incase anybody was wondering!

    HAASCNCHAASCNC
    9/5/2008 16:58:00 PM(Report inappropriate content)

    Kingsford...2 NFC teams in the Super Bowl huh??? Ya didn't put much thought into that one...did ya?<br /><br />Cowboys vs Chargers OR Vikings vs Jaguars

    sum1spalsum1spal
    9/4/2008 15:44:00 PM(Report inappropriate content)

    kingsford killers<br />9/4/2008<br />1:03 PM (report inappropriate content)<br /><br />I think the super bowl will be Packers vs Eagles<br /> <br /><br />DUMBARSE ! ! !

    JAKELEG3JAKELEG3
    9/4/2008 13:38:00 PM(Report inappropriate content)

    I think the super bowl will be Packers vs Eagles

    kingsford_killerskingsford_killers
    9/4/2008 13:03:00 PM(Report inappropriate content)

    people are sheep. always following. I for one am a leader. just as I did last year, I will predict the Superbowl and it's winner;<br /><br />Titans over Saints, 24-20<br /><br />Thank you and goodnight...

    OneShotKill55OneShotKill55
    9/4/2008 12:30:00 PM(Report inappropriate content)

    The Cowboys have been hyped up BIGTIME this year. BUT I don't think it will shock anybody if they end up in the super bowl this year! <br /><br />Dallas vs Jags in Tampa

    RyNoRyNo
    9/4/2008 12:01:00 PM(Report inappropriate content)

    me personally i would like to see the rematch between the patriots and the giants only this time nobody cheats like the giants did and then see who wins fair game

    vikingsfan55041vikingsfan55041
    9/4/2008 11:15:00 AM(Report inappropriate content)

    Dallas Cowboys. They haven't won a post season game in a decade and they are gonna challenge. Ha <br />Cowgirls suck

    rjmrcsdrjmrcsd
    9/4/2008 11:06:00 AM(Report inappropriate content)

    Well tarnation, Go I thought Carl liked the Giants.

    1Grizzlie1Grizzlie
    9/4/2008 10:40:00 AM(Report inappropriate content)

    cowboys in the super bowl.<br />thats a great prediction-<br />the cowboys are always in the mix.....until the playoffs. dallas sucks and the post season streak will continue.

    pac-ten_elitistpac-ten_elitist
    9/4/2008 10:24:00 AM(Report inappropriate content)

    RASKAL2221..<br /><br />SOUNDS LIKE YOU GOT IT FIGURED OUT..I GUESS WE SHOULD JUST PLAY THE SB NOW SINCE NO OTHER TEAM HAS A CHANCE.....<br /><br />OR... MAYBE WE SHOULD WAIT AND LET THE SEASON PLAY OUT...I AM SURE IT WILL BE ALOT DIFFRENT THEN EVERYONE HAS PREDICTED... I MEAN ALOT....<br /><br />GOOD LUCK...I HOPE THE LET DOWN DOES NOT HURT THAT MUCH...

    OLDSCHOOLSTEELEROLDSCHOOLSTEELER
    9/4/2008 10:20:00 AM(Report inappropriate content)

    It's too bad they don't rate the pre-game festivities in each teams parking lot because the Bears would win the Super Bowl. Of course they need to get loaded to walk into Soldier Field and watch their team play....

    TruBluColtsFanTruBluColtsFan
    9/4/2008 9:37:00 AM(Report inappropriate content)

    its going 2 be, CHARGERS/COWBOYS in the sb.

    raskal2221raskal2221
    9/4/2008 8:44:00 AM(Report inappropriate content)

    To fanofootball.That would be so COOL!Eli vs Peyton,it could happen.How about Packers/Jets?


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    9/4/2008 7:56:00 AM(Report inappropriate content)

    Yeah, you think he still has nightmares of that game edouble or what?

    BlueisdacolorBlueisdacolor
    9/4/2008 7:27:00 AM(Report inappropriate content)

    wow...fanofootball must no jack schite

    cubzsukgobrewcrewcubzsukgobrewcrew
    9/4/2008 5:11:00 AM(Report inappropriate content)

    It's finally here!! Football season is back!!!!!<br />Better O (the whiner is gone)+ Better D (despite retirements and injuries) + strong special teams + Spagnola coaching the D = Manning vs Manning in Super Bowl XLIII with Eli taking home the Lombardi back to back and Ahmad Bradshaw winning the MVP.

    fanofootballfanofootball
    9/4/2008 4:46:00 AM(Report inappropriate content)

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