Big AFC Predictions for the 2024-25 Season
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This podcast dives into predictions for the upcoming NFL season, focusing on the AFC. The hosts begin by discussing the AFC East, where the New York Jets are favored to win the division due to the arrival of Aaron Rodgers. They then move on to the AFC North, where the Baltimore Ravens are predicted to win, despite the loss of key defensive players. The AFC South is expected to be won by the Houston Texans, with their new quarterback, CJ Stroud, leading the way. The Kansas City Chiefs are unanimously predicted to win the AFC West, with their strong offense and defense. The hosts then move on to their wild card predictions, with Deontay Lee selecting the Miami Dolphins, Steven Ruiz selecting the Cincinnati Bengals and New York Jets, and Shield Cupati selecting the Jacksonville Jaguars. They then discuss their playoff matchups and Super Bowl predictions, with Steven Ruiz predicting the Texans to win the AFC Championship and face the Green Bay Packers in the Super Bowl, Deontay Lee predicting the Ravens to win the AFC Championship and face the Detroit Lions in the Super Bowl, and Shield Cupati predicting the Bengals to win the AFC Championship and face the Green Bay Packers in the Super Bowl.
Outlines
AFC East, North, South, and West Predictions
The podcast begins with predictions for the AFC East, North, South, and West divisions. The hosts discuss the favorites to win each division, highlighting key players and factors that will influence their success.
AFC Wild Card Predictions
The hosts discuss their predictions for the AFC Wild Card teams, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each team and their potential for a playoff run.
AFC Playoff Matchups and Super Bowl Predictions
The hosts discuss their predictions for the AFC playoff matchups and Super Bowl winners, highlighting the key factors that will determine the outcome of each game.
Keywords
CJ Stroud
CJ Stroud is the quarterback for the Houston Texans. He is a highly touted prospect who is expected to have a successful NFL career.
Lamar Jackson
Lamar Jackson is the quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens. He is a dynamic dual-threat quarterback who has won an MVP award and led the Ravens to the playoffs multiple times.
Aaron Rodgers
Aaron Rodgers is the quarterback for the New York Jets. He is a four-time MVP and Super Bowl champion who is known for his exceptional arm talent and leadership.
Joe Burrow
Joe Burrow is the quarterback for the Cincinnati Bengals. He is a young and talented quarterback who has led the Bengals to the Super Bowl and is considered one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL.
Patrick Mahomes
Patrick Mahomes is the quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs. He is a two-time Super Bowl champion and two-time MVP who is widely considered one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time.
Offensive DVOA
Offensive DVOA (Defense-adjusted Value Over Average) is a statistical measure that evaluates the efficiency of an offense compared to the average NFL offense.
Defensive DVOA
Defensive DVOA (Defense-adjusted Value Over Average) is a statistical measure that evaluates the efficiency of a defense compared to the average NFL defense.
EPA (Expected Points Added)
EPA (Expected Points Added) is a statistical measure that evaluates the impact of a play on the outcome of a game.
Q&A
What are the key factors that will determine the success of the New York Jets this season?
The Jets' success hinges on the health of Aaron Rodgers and the performance of their offensive line. If Rodgers can stay healthy and the offensive line can provide adequate protection, the Jets have the potential to be a very competitive team.
What are the biggest strengths and weaknesses of the Baltimore Ravens?
The Ravens' biggest strength is their offense, led by Lamar Jackson. Their defense is also very good, but they have lost some key players and have questions about their depth.
What are the key factors that will determine the success of the Houston Texans this season?
The Texans' success hinges on the development of CJ Stroud and the performance of their defense. If Stroud can live up to his potential and the defense can continue to improve, the Texans have the potential to be a playoff team.
What are the biggest challenges facing the Kansas City Chiefs this season?
The Chiefs' biggest challenge is maintaining their dominance in the AFC West. They will face stiff competition from the Chargers, who are expected to be a more competitive team this season.
What are the key factors that will determine the success of the Miami Dolphins this season?
The Dolphins' success hinges on the health of their key offensive players, including Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill, and Jaylen Waddle. They also need to improve their offensive line and their defense.
Show Notes
Sheil, Steven, and Diante reconvene to debate and analyze their picks for the division winners of the AFC conference. They then share their individual playoff brackets and use their expertise to determine which team will represent the American Football Conference in Super Bowl LIX (33:58 ). They end the pod with their picks for next season’s NFL champion (55:06 ).
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Hosts: Sheil Kapadia, Steven Ruiz, and Diante Lee
Producer: Chris Sutton
Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins
Social: Kiera Givens and Eduardo Ocampo
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