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Today marks the official start of football season and a prediction is in order. I won't bother with any tedious, meaningless predictions because there's only one prediction that matters, and that's who is going to make it to the big dance. So here are my Super Bowl predictions, with some key points about why these teams have a shot.


The Baltimore Ravens

- 12th hardest schedule which will help them. They have some easy games but there are tough tests, including one with the Jets, two with the Bengals, one with the Saints, one with the Patriots, and two with the Steelers. This schedule won't prevent them from making playoffs, and their tougher games will help them prepare for the post-season.
- Their defense, which is anchored by one of the most feared linebackers in football, speaks for itself. Only 2 teams gave up less yards than they did last year.
- They have an extremely well balanced offense. Joe Flacco is a proven quarterback and now he has some serious weapons at receiver. Derrick Mason, Donte Stallworth, Anquan Boldin and TJ Houshmandzadeh form a scary set of wide receivers. Plus, their running game is effective too. Ray Rice had over 1,300 rushing yards last year, and with the receivers the Ravens have, they'll be very dynamic offensively.
- They have a strong leadership core and players with Super Bowl experience. This goes a long way in the post-season.


The Green Bay Packers

- Aaron Rogers has figured it out. Last year he had a 30/7 TD to Int ratio. In the beginning of last season it was hard to watch him because he got sacked so much, but as time went on he has been able to use his feet more, making him more of a threat.
- Rogers has great receivers around him and Ryan Grant is a pretty effective running back.
- They don't have an overly-tough schedule, but there are certainly some important tests for them including two with the Vikings, one with the Jets, one with the Cowboys, and one with the Patriots.
- Green Bay had one of the best defenses in the league last year - the only team that gave up less yards than them were the Jets.


Super Bowl Champion: Ravens

Now, let it be understood that I don't think these two teams are the best in the league, and yes I do understand that it's sacreligious to bet against the Colts right now. In my opinion however, these two teams are well-tailored for a title run, and if they manage to stay healthy they should both have very good shots at making it to the big dance.



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