Six teams that will return to NFL playoffs in ’10
Article By mflorio.tsn on 16th June, 2010
Every year at this time, the so-called experts begin to map out their predictions for the playoffs. Typically, we pencil in the teams that made it the prior year, nudging out a couple of teams that have lost several key players and penciling in a couple of teams perceived to be on the rise.
Can Philip Rivers finally get the Chargers to the Super Bowl this year? Reality paints a far different picture. Historically, the turnover rate hovers in the neighborhood of 50 percent, with half of the 12-team field getting bounced in favor of teams that didn't make it to the most recent tournament.
The challenge comes from trying to figure out the six of the dozen that won't make it back — and the six of the 20 non-playoff teams who'll crash the party.
So in Part 1 of what has become an annual slow-period series, let's consider the six 2009 playoff teams most likely to get back next year, if we assume that six of them won't. Part 2: Six teams that won't return to the playoffs.
Baltimore Ravens Quietly, the Ravens have built a solid contender in only two years of the John Harbaugh regime. This year, they've beefed up the roster with the addition of receiver Anquan Boldin, linebacker Sergio Kindle, and defensive tackle Terrence Cody. Meanwhile, quarterback Joe Flacco continues to develop, and running back Ray Rice has his sights set on a 2,000-yard rushing-and-receiving season.
With plenty of talented veterans still patrolling the defensive side of the ball and one of the best young offensive lines in the game, the Ravens have laid the foundation for a perennial powerhouse.
The key to the Ravens winning a Super Bowl will be winning their division. In 2008 and 2009, the Ravens went 0-5 against teams that captured the AFC North crown. If they can take care of business against the Steelers, Bengals, and Browns, the Ravens could finally play a playoff game or two at home, and maybe earn a bye.
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Can Philip Rivers finally get the Chargers to the Super Bowl this year? Reality paints a far different picture. Historically, the turnover rate hovers in the neighborhood of 50 percent, with half of the 12-team field getting bounced in favor of teams that didn't make it to the most recent tournament.
The challenge comes from trying to figure out the six of the dozen that won't make it back — and the six of the 20 non-playoff teams who'll crash the party.
So in Part 1 of what has become an annual slow-period series, let's consider the six 2009 playoff teams most likely to get back next year, if we assume that six of them won't. Part 2: Six teams that won't return to the playoffs.
Baltimore Ravens Quietly, the Ravens have built a solid contender in only two years of the John Harbaugh regime. This year, they've beefed up the roster with the addition of receiver Anquan Boldin, linebacker Sergio Kindle, and defensive tackle Terrence Cody. Meanwhile, quarterback Joe Flacco continues to develop, and running back Ray Rice has his sights set on a 2,000-yard rushing-and-receiving season.
With plenty of talented veterans still patrolling the defensive side of the ball and one of the best young offensive lines in the game, the Ravens have laid the foundation for a perennial powerhouse.
The key to the Ravens winning a Super Bowl will be winning their division. In 2008 and 2009, the Ravens went 0-5 against teams that captured the AFC North crown. If they can take care of business against the Steelers, Bengals, and Browns, the Ravens could finally play a playoff game or two at home, and maybe earn a bye.
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