NFL Betting Predictions for Super Bowl XLVII AFC Division
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The NFL is nearing its peak and NFL bettors all over the world are flocking to sports betting websites. It is now time to answer the big question: "Who will win Super Bowl XLVII?" I make a NFL betting prediction for every season because I am an avid sports bettor and want to help novice bettors. Here's my NFL betting prediction for AFC Division this season, including the predicted record.
New England Patriots
Predicted Record: 13-3
New England brings back most of the old cast, but adding Brandon Lloyd and beefing up the offensive-line depth was huge this offseason. The Patriots are still considered favorites with Bill Belichick and Tom Brady.
Buffalo Bills
Predicted record: 9-7
Although the Bills made some big moves with Mario Williams signing and Stevie Johnson staying in town, there are still questions about their offense. Can the offensive tackles protect quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick--and can the aforementioned Fitzpatrick consistently deliver a good football over a 17-week season? If he can, the Bills are a playoff contender.
New York Jets
Predicted record: 6-10
A predicted drop-off is coming in New York, and not even Tim Tebow can save them. The Jets' problems are along the offensive line and in their inability to rush the passer from outside the tackle box. These problems, along with a difficult schedule, will cause the Jets to decline in 2012.
Miami Dolphins
Predicted Record: 3-13
It will be determined who plays quarterback, which will impact the Dolphins record. If Matt Moore is the starter, the record could be much improved. If it's rookie Ryan Tannehill back there, expect many bumps in the road. The Dolphins got worse at receiver in the offseason, and will struggle to score points in Year 1.
Cincinnati Bengals
Predicted record: 11-5
The Bengals bring back their core group from an improbable run in 2011. Add in a full offseason for Andy Dalton and A.J. Green to improve, plus a better interior offensive line, and Cincinnati has the look of a major player in the NFL.
Baltimore Ravens
Predicted record: 10-6
The key to their season is how well Terrell Suggs' injury affects the Ravens. Courtney Upshaw was their first draft pick. She will replace Terrell Suggs's injured shoulder. But the defense could see a major dropoff without the reigning Defensive Player of the Year in the lineup. The offense is solid again, and Joe Flacco can get the Ravens to Super Bowl.
Pittsburgh Steelers
Predicted Record: 8-8
Don't be surprised--this has been coming for some time now. The Steelers secondary, offensive line and run game are all concerns on paper at this point in the summer. Although the defense is younger, they are less experienced this year and rely on more raw players to replace established veterans.
Cleveland Browns
Predicted Record: 3-13
Cleveland is again, or still, going through a rebuilding phase. This time, it is with Brandon Weeden at quarterback and Trent Richardson at running back. Although the Browns appear to be on the right track in this division, the AFC's most difficult division is still a tough one.
Houston Texans
Predicted record: 12-4
The Texans have a chance to be the AFC's best if they can stay healthy. Losing Mario Williams won't hurt as much as losing Eric Winston did, but the schedule is relatively easy, and the offense is good enough to put up big points opposite their shutout-quality defense.
Tennessee Titans
Predicted record: 9-7
The Titans are close, but not quite ready to enter the playoff picture. Jake Locker is a refreshing breath of air at quarterback and Kendall Wright should have an enormous season opposite Kenny Britt.
Once the Titans defense matures, especially at cornerback, watch out.
Indianapolis Colts
Predicted record: 5-11
Luck won't be able to work any miracles in Indy this year, but the Colts will be improved thanks to the tough-nosed approach of new head coach Chuck Pagano and their determination to build a hard-hitting defense on every down. Luck's first season will be a success as he leads the Colts to an improved record and flashes the ability that had him called the best draft prospect of all time.
Jacksonville Jaguars
Predicted Record: 2-14
The early favorite to hold the No. 1 overall pick in the 2013 NFL draft, the Jacksonville Jaguars need a lot of help. Blaine Gabbert will not finish the season as the team’s starting quarterback. Chad Henne will, but not before the record is irreparable. The Jaguars will be two steps behind in 2012 due to a lack of talent at receiver, and a decline in defense.
http://newyorkceramicsandglassfair.com/where-to-play-roulette/ Kansas City Chiefs
Predicted Record: 10-6
Kansas City welcomes back Matt Cassel, Jamaal Charles, Tony Moeaki and Eric Berry after they missed considerable time in 2011 to injury. With these four back, plus big free-agent signings in Eric Winston, Kevin Boss, Stanford Routt and Peyton Hillis, expect the Chiefs to be an elite AFC team and the absolute team to put on your NFL betting in the AFC.
Denver Broncos
Predicted Record: 9-7
Peyton Manning will make a difference in Denver, but there are still too many holes for the Broncos to get completely over the hump in the West. The Broncos' receivers will be more prominent, but there will still be a problem with the defensive backfield.
http://portal9journal.org/how-to-beat-the-casino-with-playing-casino-games/ San Diego Chargers
Predicted Record: 8-8
Although the Chargers will have lower expectations this year, the result will be the same. Philip Rivers is an elite quarterback, but his play at times in 2011 didn't back it up. Even with Eddie Royal's and Robert Meachem arriving in town, Vincent Jackson's loss will be a huge blow. However, the big question mark is on defense, where San Diego has struggled with consistency and will again in 2012.
Oakland Raiders
Predicted record: 6-10
New owner. New coach. Same Raiders. Oakland made improvements to its roster, but it was still too weak to compete in the loaded AFC West.
New England Patriots
Predicted Record: 13-3
New England brings back most of the old cast, but adding Brandon Lloyd and beefing up the offensive-line depth was huge this offseason. The Patriots are still considered favorites with Bill Belichick and Tom Brady.
Buffalo Bills
Predicted record: 9-7
Although the Bills made some big moves with Mario Williams signing and Stevie Johnson staying in town, there are still questions about their offense. Can the offensive tackles protect quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick--and can the aforementioned Fitzpatrick consistently deliver a good football over a 17-week season? If he can, the Bills are a playoff contender.
New York Jets
Predicted record: 6-10
A predicted drop-off is coming in New York, and not even Tim Tebow can save them. The Jets' problems are along the offensive line and in their inability to rush the passer from outside the tackle box. These problems, along with a difficult schedule, will cause the Jets to decline in 2012.
Miami Dolphins
Predicted Record: 3-13
It will be determined who plays quarterback, which will impact the Dolphins record. If Matt Moore is the starter, the record could be much improved. If it's rookie Ryan Tannehill back there, expect many bumps in the road. The Dolphins got worse at receiver in the offseason, and will struggle to score points in Year 1.
Cincinnati Bengals
Predicted record: 11-5
The Bengals bring back their core group from an improbable run in 2011. Add in a full offseason for Andy Dalton and A.J. Green to improve, plus a better interior offensive line, and Cincinnati has the look of a major player in the NFL.
Baltimore Ravens
Predicted record: 10-6
The key to their season is how well Terrell Suggs' injury affects the Ravens. Courtney Upshaw was their first draft pick. She will replace Terrell Suggs's injured shoulder. But the defense could see a major dropoff without the reigning Defensive Player of the Year in the lineup. The offense is solid again, and Joe Flacco can get the Ravens to Super Bowl.
Pittsburgh Steelers
Predicted Record: 8-8
Don't be surprised--this has been coming for some time now. The Steelers secondary, offensive line and run game are all concerns on paper at this point in the summer. Although the defense is younger, they are less experienced this year and rely on more raw players to replace established veterans.
Cleveland Browns
Predicted Record: 3-13
Cleveland is again, or still, going through a rebuilding phase. This time, it is with Brandon Weeden at quarterback and Trent Richardson at running back. Although the Browns appear to be on the right track in this division, the AFC's most difficult division is still a tough one.
Houston Texans
Predicted record: 12-4
The Texans have a chance to be the AFC's best if they can stay healthy. Losing Mario Williams won't hurt as much as losing Eric Winston did, but the schedule is relatively easy, and the offense is good enough to put up big points opposite their shutout-quality defense.
Tennessee Titans
Predicted record: 9-7
The Titans are close, but not quite ready to enter the playoff picture. Jake Locker is a refreshing breath of air at quarterback and Kendall Wright should have an enormous season opposite Kenny Britt.
Once the Titans defense matures, especially at cornerback, watch out.
Indianapolis Colts
Predicted record: 5-11
Luck won't be able to work any miracles in Indy this year, but the Colts will be improved thanks to the tough-nosed approach of new head coach Chuck Pagano and their determination to build a hard-hitting defense on every down. Luck's first season will be a success as he leads the Colts to an improved record and flashes the ability that had him called the best draft prospect of all time.
Jacksonville Jaguars
Predicted Record: 2-14
The early favorite to hold the No. 1 overall pick in the 2013 NFL draft, the Jacksonville Jaguars need a lot of help. Blaine Gabbert will not finish the season as the team’s starting quarterback. Chad Henne will, but not before the record is irreparable. The Jaguars will be two steps behind in 2012 due to a lack of talent at receiver, and a decline in defense.
http://newyorkceramicsandglassfair.com/where-to-play-roulette/ Kansas City Chiefs
Predicted Record: 10-6
Kansas City welcomes back Matt Cassel, Jamaal Charles, Tony Moeaki and Eric Berry after they missed considerable time in 2011 to injury. With these four back, plus big free-agent signings in Eric Winston, Kevin Boss, Stanford Routt and Peyton Hillis, expect the Chiefs to be an elite AFC team and the absolute team to put on your NFL betting in the AFC.
Denver Broncos
Predicted Record: 9-7
Peyton Manning will make a difference in Denver, but there are still too many holes for the Broncos to get completely over the hump in the West. The Broncos' receivers will be more prominent, but there will still be a problem with the defensive backfield.
http://portal9journal.org/how-to-beat-the-casino-with-playing-casino-games/ San Diego Chargers
Predicted Record: 8-8
Although the Chargers will have lower expectations this year, the result will be the same. Philip Rivers is an elite quarterback, but his play at times in 2011 didn't back it up. Even with Eddie Royal's and Robert Meachem arriving in town, Vincent Jackson's loss will be a huge blow. However, the big question mark is on defense, where San Diego has struggled with consistency and will again in 2012.
Oakland Raiders
Predicted record: 6-10
New owner. New coach. Same Raiders. Oakland made improvements to its roster, but it was still too weak to compete in the loaded AFC West.
