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Image 2 of 40 31. Cleveland (Last year: 4-12): It doesn’t matter who plays quarterback for the Browns. They don’t have the kind of offensive weapons to consistently produce touchdowns. less 31. Cleveland (Last year: 4-12): It doesn’t matter who plays quarterback for the Browns. They don’t have the kind of offensive weapons to consistently produce ... more Photo: Tony Dejak / Associated Press

Image 3 of 40 30. Jacksonville (Last year: 4-12): Veteran Chad Henne opens the season at quarterback, but he can read the handwriting on the wall that says, “Blake Bortles.” less 30. Jacksonville (Last year: 4-12): Veteran Chad Henne opens the season at quarterback, but he can read the handwriting on the wall that says, “Blake ... more Photo: Michael Conroy / Associated Press

Image 4 of 40 29. Tampa Bay (Last year: 4-12): Josh McCown and Lovie Smith have been reunited with the Bucs, who spent millions on a quarterback who started only five games in 2013. less 29. Tampa Bay (Last year: 4-12): Josh McCown and Lovie Smith have been reunited with the Bucs, who spent millions on a quarterback who started only five games in ... more Photo: Phelan M. Ebenhack / Associated Press

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Image 6 of 40 28. Atlanta (Last year: 4-12): If the Falcons experience a season similar to 2013, owner Arthur Blank may run out of patience, and coach Mike Smith could be out of a job. less 28. Atlanta (Last year: 4-12): If the Falcons experience a season similar to 2013, owner Arthur Blank may run out of patience, and coach Mike Smith could be out of a ... more Photo: Kevin C. Cox / Getty Images

Image 7 of 40 <center><b>27. Buffalo (Last year: 6-10): </b> <h3></h3> QB EJ Manuel was mediocre during the preseason. He better improve fast because Kyle Orton will be warming up. <center><b>27. Buffalo (Last year: 6-10): </b> <h3></h3> QB EJ Manuel was mediocre during the preseason. He better improve fast because Kyle Orton will be warming up. Photo: Bill Wippert / Associated Press

Image 8 of 40 26. Washington (Last year: 4-12): Coach Jay Gruden has to make sure his system fits the strengths of Robert Griffin III or the Redskins could have a big-time quarterback controversy. less 26. Washington (Last year: 4-12): Coach Jay Gruden has to make sure his system fits the strengths of Robert Griffin III or the Redskins could have a big-time quarterback ... more Photo: Gail Burton / Associated Press

Image 9 of 40 25. St. Louis (Last year: 7-9): Losing Sam Bradford devastated the passing game for a team that plays in the NFL’s toughest division with Shaun Hill now at quarterback. less 25. St. Louis (Last year: 7-9): Losing Sam Bradford devastated the passing game for a team that plays in the NFL’s toughest division with Shaun Hill now at ... more Photo: Nam Y. Huh / Associated Press

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Image 11 of 40 24. Minnesota (Last year: 5-10-1): Long-time defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer has his first head coaching job, and he’s smart enough to know he better saddle up Adrian Peterson. less 24. Minnesota (Last year: 5-10-1): Long-time defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer has his first head coaching job, and he’s smart enough to know he better saddle up Adrian ... more Photo: Ann Heisenfelt / Associated Press

Image 12 of 40 23. Houston (Last year: 2-14): The NFL’s worst team in 2013 can break a 14-game losing streak if the Texans defeat the Redskins in coach Bill O’Brien’s debut. less 23. Houston (Last year: 2-14): The NFL’s worst team in 2013 can break a 14-game losing streak if the Texans defeat the Redskins in coach Bill O’Brien’s ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 13 of 40 22. Tennessee (Last year: 7-9): If QB Jake Locker stays healthy in the last year of his contract, the Titans have a chance to compete for a wild card in coach Ken Whisenhunt’s first season. less 22. Tennessee (Last year: 7-9): If QB Jake Locker stays healthy in the last year of his contract, the Titans have a chance to compete for a wild card in coach Ken Whisenhunt’s ... more Photo: Scott Cunningham / Getty Images

Image 14 of 40 21. NY Jets (Last year: 8-8): If QB Geno Smith doesn’t make the kind of improvement the coaches expect, don’t be surprised if Rex Ryan pulls the plug and plays Michael Vick. less 21. NY Jets (Last year: 8-8): If QB Geno Smith doesn’t make the kind of improvement the coaches expect, don’t be surprised if Rex Ryan pulls the plug and plays Michael ... more Photo: Frank Franklin II / Associated Press

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Image 16 of 40 20. Miami (Last year: 8-8): There are media reports that coach Joe Philbin is on the hot seat, and if the Dolphins have a losing season, he’ll be fired. less 20. Miami (Last year: 8-8): There are media reports that coach Joe Philbin is on the hot seat, and if the Dolphins have a losing season, he’ll be ... more Photo: Lynne Sladky / Associated Press

Image 17 of 40 19. Dallas (Last year: 8-8): The Cowboys could have the worst defense in team history, which puts even more pressure on Tony Romo to rebound from back surgery. less 19. Dallas (Last year: 8-8): The Cowboys could have the worst defense in team history, which puts even more pressure on Tony Romo to rebound from back ... more Photo: Mike Ehrmann / Getty Images

Image 18 of 40 18. NY Giants (Last year: 7-9): There’s already speculation that coach Tom Coughlin and general manager Jerry Reese will be fired if the Giants have another losing season. less 18. NY Giants (Last year: 7-9): There’s already speculation that coach Tom Coughlin and general manager Jerry Reese will be fired if the Giants have another losing ... more Photo: Jeff Zelevansky / Getty Images

Image 19 of 40 17. Detroit (Last year: 7-9): New coach Jim Caldwell will rely heavily on Matthew Stafford, who’s the only quarterback in franchise history to throw for at least 4,500 yards. less 17. Detroit (Last year: 7-9): New coach Jim Caldwell will rely heavily on Matthew Stafford, who’s the only quarterback in franchise history to throw for at least 4,500 ... more Photo: Bill Wippert / Associated Press

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Image 21 of 40 16. Chicago (Last year: 8-8): With receivers Brandon Marshall and Alshon Jeffrey, Jay Cutler might throw for 5,000 yards if he can remain healthy for an entire season. less 16. Chicago (Last year: 8-8): With receivers Brandon Marshall and Alshon Jeffrey, Jay Cutler might throw for 5,000 yards if he can remain healthy for an entire ... more Photo: Stephen Brashear / Associated Press

Image 22 of 40 15. San Diego (Last year: 9-7): The durable Philip Rivers enters the regular season with 128 consecutive starts, the NFL’s second-longest active streak to Eli Manning’s 151. less 15. San Diego (Last year: 9-7): The durable Philip Rivers enters the regular season with 128 consecutive starts, the NFL’s second-longest active streak to Eli Manning’s ... more Photo: Mathew Sumner / Associated Press

Image 23 of 40 14. Carolina (Last year: 12-4): Last season, the Panthers went from worst to first in the NFC South. Considering personnel departures, could they go from first to worst? less 14. Carolina (Last year: 12-4): Last season, the Panthers went from worst to first in the NFC South. Considering personnel departures, could they go from first to ... more Photo: Stephan Savoia / Associated Press

Image 24 of 40 <center><b>13. Arizona (Last year: 10-6): </b> <h3></h3> Carson Palmer is the only quarterback in NFL history to pass for at least 4,000 yards with three different teams. <center><b>13. Arizona (Last year: 10-6): </b> <h3></h3> Carson Palmer is the only quarterback in NFL history to pass for at least 4,000 yards with three different teams. Photo: Ross D. Franklin / Associated Press

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Image 26 of 40 12. Kansas City (Last year: 11-5): Over the last three seasons, Alex Smith is 30-9-1 (.763) as a starter. He’s thrown 53 touchdown passes and 17 interceptions. less 12. Kansas City (Last year: 11-5): Over the last three seasons, Alex Smith is 30-9-1 (.763) as a starter. He’s thrown 53 touchdown passes and 17 ... more Photo: Charlie Riedel / Associated Press

Image 27 of 40 11. Pittsburgh (Last year: 8-8): Ben Roethlisberger has a 95-47 (.669) regular-season record, but he’s been forced to watch the playoffs on television the last two years. less 11. Pittsburgh (Last year: 8-8): Ben Roethlisberger has a 95-47 (.669) regular-season record, but he’s been forced to watch the playoffs on television the last two ... more Photo: Matt Rourke / Associated Press

Image 28 of 40 10. Indianapolis (Last year: 11-5): It’s no surprise the Colts have won consecutive AFC South titles after drafting Andrew Luck. If he’s healthy, they’re the division favorite. less 10. Indianapolis (Last year: 11-5): It’s no surprise the Colts have won consecutive AFC South titles after drafting Andrew Luck. If he’s healthy, they’re the division ... more Photo: AJ Mast / Associated Press

Image 29 of 40 9. Cincinnati (Last year: 11-5): QB Andy Dalton has a new contract, but he’s still got the demons of three consecutive playoff defeats that must be exorcized this season. less 9. Cincinnati (Last year: 11-5): QB Andy Dalton has a new contract, but he’s still got the demons of three consecutive playoff defeats that must be exorcized this ... more Photo: Norm Hall / Getty Images

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Image 31 of 40 8. Baltimore (Last year: 8-8): With new offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak, Joe Flacco should cut down on his interceptions and the Ravens should return to the playoffs. less 8. Baltimore (Last year: 8-8): With new offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak, Joe Flacco should cut down on his interceptions and the Ravens should return to the ... more Photo: Gail Burton / Associated Press

Image 32 of 40 7. San Francisco (Last year: 12-4): If you’re a 49ers fan, don’t let the turmoil of camp and preseason delude you into thinking they’re anything but a title contender. less 7. San Francisco (Last year: 12-4): If you’re a 49ers fan, don’t let the turmoil of camp and preseason delude you into thinking they’re anything but a title ... more Photo: Nhat V. Meyer / McClatchy-Tribune News Service

Image 33 of 40 6. Green Bay (Last year: 8-7-1): With a healthy Aaron Rodgers this season, the Packers should be good enough to win the division and contend for home-field advantage. less 6. Green Bay (Last year: 8-7-1): With a healthy Aaron Rodgers this season, the Packers should be good enough to win the division and contend for home-field ... more Photo: Morry Gash / Associated Press

Image 34 of 40 5. Philadelphia (Last year: 10-6): If Nick Foles can come close to duplicating last season, Chip Kelly could lead the Eagles to a better record and another division title. less 5. Philadelphia (Last year: 10-6): If Nick Foles can come close to duplicating last season, Chip Kelly could lead the Eagles to a better record and another division ... more Photo: Al Bello / Getty Images

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Image 36 of 40 4. New Orleans (Last year: 11-5): Don’t be surprised if Drew Brees leads the Saints to the best record in the NFC and home-field advantage in the playoffs. less 4. New Orleans (Last year: 11-5): Don’t be surprised if Drew Brees leads the Saints to the best record in the NFC and home-field advantage in the ... more Photo: Chris Graythen / Getty Images

Image 37 of 40 3. New England (Last year: 12-4): What Bill Belichick and Tom Brady accomplished last season was amazing considering all the injuries the Patriots suffered. less 3. New England (Last year: 12-4): What Bill Belichick and Tom Brady accomplished last season was amazing considering all the injuries the Patriots ... more Photo: Jim Rogash / Getty Images

Image 38 of 40 <center><b>2. Denver (Last year: 13-3): </b> <h3></h3> The Broncos are trying to become the first Super Bowl loser to rebound to a championship since the 1972 Dolphins. <center><b>2. Denver (Last year: 13-3): </b> <h3></h3> The Broncos are trying to become the first Super Bowl loser to rebound to a championship since the 1972 Dolphins. Photo: Charlie Riedel / Associated Press

Image 39 of 40 1. Seattle (Last year: 13-3): The defending Super Bowl champions plan to become the first team to win back-to-back titles since the New England Patriots. less 1. Seattle (Last year: 13-3): The defending Super Bowl champions plan to become the first team to win back-to-back titles since the New England ... more Photo: Stephen Brashear / Associated Press