Let's move into the South, and we'll start in the AFC.
After flopping in Minnesota last season following his exit from the Giants, Daniel Jones has been named the starting QB for Indianapolis, sending 3rd year signal caller Anthony Richardson to the bench. There was a reason the Giants dumped "Danny Dimes", and it's because of his regression. Trevor Lawrence may finally have the game-breaker he's needed in Travis Hunter (Colorado), and that could jet propel Jacksonville to the playoffs. Hunter is a 2-way player, the kind the NFL hasn't seen since the days of Hunter's college coach, Deion Sanders, back in the day.
Tennessee has given up on Will Levis after 2 seasons, demoting him to 2nd string to make room for rookie Cam Ward (Miami). Levis, though, should see some time, anyway. Houston, on the other hand, remains the team to beat, although the Titans & Jaguars may have something to say about that.
Projected order of finish:
1. Houston.
2. Jacksonville.
3. Tennessee.
4. Indianapolis.
Moving on to the NFC:
Carolina sent receiver Adam Thielen back to Minnesota, as we documented last time, but they need to shore up the receiving corps for Bryce Young. 2nd year QB Spencer Rattler has the inside track on being the man in New Orleans, but anyone that saw him in college knows he can be erratic at the most inopportune times. Why not let Taysom Hill be the starter, and be done with it?
Baker Mayfield has enjoyed a resurgence in Tampa Bay, but while a division title is in sight, getting beyond the conference title game is still a problem. Atlanta? Uh, no, thanks.
Projected order of finish:
1. Tampa Bay.
2. New Orleans.
3. Carolina.
4. Atlanta.
Of course, I could be wrong. We conclude our series with the West on Tuesday.
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