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2009 NFL Preview: AFC North

 
Let's take a trip up to the AFC North, where the Super Bowl champions preside. The Pittsburgh Steelers and the Baltimore Ravens have created one of the most prolific rivalries in football. Last season these two teams proved to be some of the best in the AFC. On the other hand, those Browns and Bengals can't seem to make it out of the cellar. Once in a blue moon, one of these teams actually make a competitive push and own a winning record. The Bengals haven't been able to produce a winning season since 2005, while the Browns were a little more recent, producing a winning season in 2007. This season doesn't seem to be showing any change in results, as the Steelers and Ravens are expected to be one and two once again.  1. Pittsburgh Steelers The Super Bowl champs are looking strong again this season, and will be on a quest to not only defend their world title, but also defend their second consecutive division crown as well. Big Ben (assuming no more motorcycle ... (link)

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