Pregame
The ESPN pre-game show just finished talking about the "best team in the AFC". The conclusions I draw are that they are all flawed, injuries have made a big difference, and the best team may not end up with the top seed (or even a bye).
I hate listening to Chris Berman. Please never let him near a baseball commentator's booth ever again. That being said, he made a comment I very much agree with. No matter how flawed the Patriots defense is, and that Pittsburgh, Baltimore, or Houston may be a better team; the Patriots may end up with the #1 seed in the AFC. Reason: the schedule is the easiest in the NFL from here on out.
I have a post called, "NFL Predictions" that I have not published. Part if it is predicting the playoff seeds. Here is the AFC prediction;
1. New England Patriots
2. Baltimore Ravens
3. Houston Texans
4. Oakland Raiders
5. Pittsburgh Steelers
6. NY Jets