When it comes to this division there are really only two things to pay attention to, the Indianapolis Colts and the Tennessee Titans.
1. Tennessee Titans
The Titans are the divisions defending champions and despite the loss of star DT Albert Haynesworth, they will repeat. With a strong running game centered around second year back Chris Johnson, the Titans offense will be able to put up a few points this year. As a result their loss of Haynesworth on defense will be made up with some offensive production.
2. Houston Texans
This year is supposed to be "the year" for the relatively new franchise. The offense will be strong with Andre Johnson and Steve Slaton, but don't look for them to put up a ton of points, as Matt Schaub may struggle under center. The important thing to watch out for is their defense. Mario Williams and DeMeco Ryans will center what looks to be a defense that could be stingy when it comes to giving up points. I don't think this will be their year for the playoffs, but they will come pretty close.
3. Indianapolis Colts
I know what many of you are thinking, but this might be the year that the rose final falls off the bud for the Colts. Despite having perhaps the second best quarterback in the league, a lack luster receiving core and an aging safety will be their weakness. It wont take more than a year for the former Super Bowl champs to rebound though, providing they have a strong draft.
4. Jacksonville Jaguars
There really isn't much to say about this team, other than the fact that their owner doesn't think any of their games will be on TV. If the owner isn't even optimistic what hope does this team have? They don't have an even remotely good receiving core and their only real offensive weapon is Maurice Jones-Drew. It may be a few years before this team is competing for the playoffs again.
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