1) Giants- Why do I put them here? It's simple. They are the super bowl champs. Are the Patriots super bowl champs? No, so until next year the Giants are #1.<o:p></o:p>
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2) Patriots- They didn't go 18-1 for nothing. They had a great team, maybe one of the greatest ever. Their defense is aging, and that could be a problem for them.<o:p></o:p>
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3) Colts- They never have a bad year. With Peyton Manning at QB, how could you? Harrison and Freeney will be returning from injuries. If they stay healthy, they could make a serious run at the super bowl. Could we see a Manning 3-peat? Maybe.<o:p></o:p>
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4) Packers-I'm not entirely sure where to place the Packers because their rankigns depend on Brett Favre's retirement. Brett Favre=4, no Brett Favre way <4.<o:p></o:p>
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5) Romo is still developing and TO is just a fantastic reciever. I think trading Marion Barber would be a mistake, but who knows. Whatever the case, this team will come back as one of the best in the NFC.
6) Jaguars- I'm going with the Jaguars here. Them and the Chargers are pretty tight though. So why the Jaguars here? Well I believe that Garrard will only get better, they have a tough defense, and they have a monstorous running game. Why not the chargers? Rivers hasn't proven to me yet that he is a legit starting QB. He makes too many mistakes.<o:p></o:p>
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7) Chargers- See above
8) Seahawks- If they can find a way to revive that running game they have had in years past, they could be serious competition in the NFC, and even the NFL.
9) Steelers- When you look at this team on paper, you wonder why they don't do better in games? If they can develop some more team chemistry, they could have one of the best teams in the NFL.
10) Browns- Wow, where did they come from? Jamal Lewis did have a good year, but he is past his better years, and his age will start to show. Also their pass defense is horrendous. Expect this young team to take a couple more years before becoming elite.
11) Eagles- Just like the steelers, they have a great team on paper. They have been plagued by injuries though. Brian Westbrook is a top 5 back, and with this team healthy they can be great.
12) Saints- They will come marching in. Something in me wants to put them higher, but my better judgement says no. They showed after their 0-4 start what team the nation expected them to be. If they can start off playing like they did mid-late season, than they could be tough.
13) Redskins- Wow, this coaching situation is a disaster. Why would a team higher the Offensive and Defensive coordinators before hiring a head coach? Good thing they have talent.
14) Buccaneers- Jeff Garcia is not getting any younger. They could have one more run to the wild card-round of the playoffs, but that's about it.
15) Panthers- Am I crazy? Of course not. When Jake Delhomme is healthy this is team is great. But the thing is we dont often see Delhomme healthy.
16) Vikings- Adrian Peterson is a monster. Imagine if they got a passing game going. That's a scary thought...... Wait, I just remembered their QB is Tavaris Jackson. They're not going anywhere for now.
17) Bears- With a set QB and healthy defense this team is very solid. The thing is they have Kyle Orton, Brian Griese, and Rex Grossman to choose from.
18) Titans- Vince Young can't do it all. He really just has no talent around him on this team. This team could be alot higher if they got him a playmaker.
19) Broncos- Cutler showed flashes of brillience this year. They must fix their run defense this off-season or they will stay right here.
20) Rams- One of the best offenses in the NFL, but one of the worst defenses. With Bulger and Steven Jackson healthy they might just be able to carry this team without the help of defense.
21) Texans- Matt Schaub was a good-pickup. They must get a solid runningback though. Thier defense played much better than in years past.
22) Bengals- A lot like the Rams, their offense is exceptional, while their defense doesn't know how to tackle. All this Chad Johnson trrade talk is creating a distraction, and it will be best for this team when it ends.
23) Cardinals- With one of the best WR tandems in the league, this team could be great. They must fix their defense, and get Edgerrin James back on track.
24) Ravens- Who will be their QB? Your guess is as good as mine. They will probably go QB in the draft and get someone like Woodson, Brohm, or Ryan. They have a fantasic defense and that is a huge plus.
25) Chiefs- Larry Johnson is one of the best RB's in the league, but the chiefs O-line does not let him showcase his skill. Brodie Croyle is a huge ? and if the chiefs get Jake Long in the draft, it would fill a huge need.
26) Bills- Who will be the Qb. Is it Losman or Edwards? They must make up their mind of they want this team to go places. Marshawn Lynch is a monster.
27) Lions- Their is really not a lot of upside to this team. They have a aging QB, no running game, no O-line, and a average defense. They must improve their O-line if they want to contend.
28) 49ers- This Qb situation is just awful. Alex Smith is obviously not the QB of the future. At least they have a bright spot in Frank Gore.
29) Jets- N