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AFC PREDICTIONS: How Many NEW Division Winners? Who CLAIMS the No. 1 Seed in 2026?

Houston Texans leapfrog the AFC South, but can C.J. Stroud sustain their rise against improved division rivals? Jaw-dropping AFC predictions see the Denver Broncos and Cincinnati Bengals as division winners, while traditional powerhouses like the Kansas City Chiefs and Miami Dolphins face major doubts. Upset alert: both hosts place the Browns and Raiders near the bottom, with the Jets and Dolphins tumbling among disappointing AFC East finishes.

Kyle Crabbs and Joe Marino break down every AFC division’s pecking order and playoff scenarios, spotlighting quarterback questions, coaching shifts…

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