NFL: Early Predictions For The AFC

Buffalo Bills

There's no doubting the Bills are on the rise, but will it be enough this season in a strengthened AFC East? New head coach Rex Ryan is constructing a monstrous defence, and with WR Percy Harvin, TE Charles Clay and star running back LeSean McCoy all signing up for Buffalo, they've got some weapons too. But in one off-season, the Bills couldn't solve all of their problems, mainly their QB position. Their 2013 first round draft pick E.J. Manuel has failed to deliver, while the unconvincing Kyle Orton announced his retirement, leaving the Bills with a hole to fill. They opted for an ageing Matt Cassel. He looks set to be the starter, but it feels a bit like throwing a lawnmower engine into a Ferrari. The potential is there, the shell is there, but there might not be enough 'oomph' to skyrocket the Bills this year. 2015 Record: 9-7 (3rd in AFC East)
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