2014 AFC SOUTH PREVIEW

Hey ya'll! That's what they say in the South, right? Anyway, here's the preview of the AFC South.

Houston Texans

Pros: The defense is still good, likely better with the addition of Jadeveon Clowney. They just locked up J.J. Watt for the next few years. That's also good.

Cons: The offense is murky. Ryan Mallett is an unknown as a starter (I assume he's starting, why else would they trade for him AFTER the preseason ended?).

Overall: Really, as unfair as it is, quarterback will be the deciding factor whether the Texans are good or not. The defense will likely be dominant, but I don't think the Texans are going to pull a 2013 Chiefs and make the playoffs after their last dismal season.

Predicted Record: 6-10, 3rd

Indianapolis Colts

Pros: The Andrew Luck led passing attack is phenomenal.

Cons: Almost every other aspect of the team is mediocre at best. The defense wishes it was just mediocre.

Overall: The Colts haven't skipped a beat since moving on from Peyton Manning. If anything, they're the same team as always. They have a remarkably talented quarterback capable of propping up a below average team. Coupled with their weak division, don't be surprised to see the Colts as a top-four seed in the playoffs.

Predicted Record: 11-5, 1st

Jacksonville Jaguars

Pros: Blake Bortles looked great in the preseason and will start... eventually. Overall, the Jaguars seem pointed in the right direction under Gus Bradly and David Caldwell.

Cons: The team is still pretty crappy, unfortunately for Jaguars fans.

Overall: I actually think the Jaguars will be one of the surprise teams of the season. Granted, that surprise will likely lead to only five or six wins, but compared to where the Jaguars have been the last few years, that's an incredible improvement.

Predicted Record: 6-10, 2nd

Tennessee Titans

Pros: Oh, hell. This again. Look, I'll be upfront- I have absolutely no clue how the Titans are going to do. Nor do I particularly care. They are the beige walls of football.


Cons: Looking at the roster, it doesn't look good. Granted I thought they'd be 2-14 last year, but this year they really look uninspiring.

Overall: Jesus, I'm still writing about the Titans. God help me.

Predicted Record: 4-12, 4th

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Next up, the NFC South! See you then.