The Ravens have an all-world defense that shouldn't badly miss Rex Ryan and Bart Scott, along with a rising franchise QB in Joe Flacco, but there are just enough question marks to pit them out of the top-echelon of the AFC. Read more »
Jeff Risdon - Football Analysis
2009 Season Preview: Baltimore Ravens
2009 Season Preview: Arizona Cardinals
Lightning rarely strikes twice and this team projects a lot more like the squad that got whipped by New England, Philadelphia and Minnesota last season than the Arizona that went on an inspired playoff run. Read more »
2009 Season Preview: New Orleans Saints
Reggie Bush isn't going to be the running back many want him to be, but he's still one of the most dangerous players in the game. Read more »
2009 Season Preview: Seattle Seahawks
There are a lot of question marks regarding Seattle's health and depth on the offensive line, but a return to the playoffs is possible. Read more »
2009 Season Preview: New York Jets
The 2009 season might not go as planned, but the future is bright for the Jets with Mark Sanchez at quarterback. Read more »
$.10 On Favre, Vick, Crabtree And Much More
Preseason has started, which means the return of real football is right around the corner! We?ve got Favre and Vick coming back, plus violence in Raiders camp and much more. Read more »
2009 Season Preview: Atlanta Falcons
The Falcons are for real, but a tough schedule could keep them from making their second consecutive playoff appearance. Read more »
2009 Season Preview: San Diego Chargers
If their injured stars are healthy, the AFC road to Miami will probably go through San Diego. Read more »
2009 Season Preview: Kansas City Chiefs
The Chiefs are in the middle of a massive rebuild, and they may regret getting rid of Tony Gonzalez. Read more »
2009 Season Preview: Philadelphia Eagles
Many are high on the Eagles heading into the season, but Jeff points out that a lot will have to fall in place for them to piece together another playoff run. Read more »
Hall of Fame Much Bigger Than The Game
Why Jeff Risdon dragged his family to Canton for the Hall of Fame Induction Weekend instead of a nice, cool beach house. Read more »
2009 Season Preview: Indianapolis Colts
If it wasn't for Peyton Manning, the Colts would have a difficult time dealing with an overhauled coaching staff and the loss of Marvin Harrison. Read more »
32 Fearless Predictions For 2009
Jeff Risdon practically dares you to clip-n-save his predictions for the 2009 season, including which teams will make it to the NFL's version of the Final Four. Read more »
2009 Season Preview: Cincinnati Bengals
The return of Carson Palmer and upgrades to the OL should fix the offense, but there are still legit questions. The defense is loaded with young talent, but it must continue to develop and make plays. Read more »
2009 Season Preview: New York Giants
The Giants have some question marks on offense, but their defense has the potential to be special. Read more »
2009 Season Preview: Oakland Raiders
The Raiders are a tough cloud to forecast. There is a great deal of potential here on defense and with JaMarcus Russell and the running backs, but it's tough to give them the benefit of doubt until they prove it. Read more »
2009 Season Preview: Dallas Cowboys
This could very well be another season where the Cowboys surge to a strong start, then try to hang on for dear life as the schedule toughens and the pressure mounts. Read more »
2009 Season Preview: Tampa Bay Buccaneers
No NFC team has a longer shot at the playoffs this season, not even the Lions, than the new look Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Read more »
2009 Season Preview: New England Patriots
This is no worse than the 3rd best team in the NFL on paper and will enjoy an incredibly favorable schedule, which will make them the odds-on favorite to win the Super Bowl come February. Read more »
2009 Season Preview: Chicago Bears
Fans in Chicago are very excited about Jay Cutler, but a weak group of receivers and an aging, often-injured, defense will keep the Bears from the NFC North title. Read more »
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