The Richard Sherman Podcast - AFC PREDICTIONS: Bills, Chiefs, Ravens, Texans, Broncos, Patriots

The Bills will win the AFC East due to new energy, added weapons, and the Patriots facing a much tougher schedule.

The Patriots will be a more formidable opponent but their record may not improve due to a difficult first-place schedule.

A.J. Brown brings stability and credibility as a proven number one receiver who can be a safety blanket for Drake Maye.

Drake Maye's composure and added weapons suggest the Patriots will be better, though their record may not reflect it due to schedule difficulty.

The Jets and Dolphins have low expectations, with Miami facing a lost year due to dead cap and roster turnover. Malik Willis is a proven commodity who showed he could be better than Jordan Love when called upon.

A healthy Patrick Mahomes makes the Chiefs the clear choice to win the AFC West.

The Broncos' chances depend heavily on whether Jonathan Cooper is available, as his absence would change the team's dynamic. The Chargers could have a dangerous offense under Mike McDaniel if Justin Herbert plays to his capabilities.

Kenneth Walker III provides an explosive running threat the Chiefs haven't had in years, capable of taking over games.

The Chargers could have a record-breaking offense because McDaniel's scheme combined with Herbert's arm talent is unprecedented.

The Ravens will win the AFC North, acknowledging the Rodgers-McCarthy reunion is tempting but sticking with Baltimore.

A fully healthy Joe Burrow gives the Bengals a shot at the division, especially with defensive additions.

The Bengals' defense has been a liability, and without improvement, even elite quarterback play won't secure the division.

Deshaun Watson must start due to his contract, and booing him is counterproductive for fans.

Starting Shedeur Sanders would be more exciting and alleviate the negative momentum surrounding the team.

The Jaguars will win the AFC South due to Trevor Lawrence's development, a strong receiving corps, and an opportunistic defense.

The Texans' dominant defense could carry them to the division title if C.J. Stroud avoids mistakes.

C.J. Stroud's ceiling is elite, but he must overcome playoff struggles and regain confidence to succeed.

Stroud doesn't need to be all-world; he just needs to manage the game and lean on the defense and run game.

The Broncos, Patriots, Chargers, and Jaguars will fill the AFC Wild Card spots.

The Bengals will make the Wild Card instead of the Jaguars, potentially finishing as a top-three seed.