Predicting the NFL Playoffs: Will the Colts Reach the Super Bowl?

Dec 22, 2013; Baltimore, MD, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) pressured by the New England Patriots defense at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-USA TODAY Sports

AFC North: Baltimore Ravens

The Ravens had a tough time trying to defend their Super Bowl title last season. The loss of Ray Lewis, Ed Reed, Anquan Boldin and other key starters, coupled with injuries really hampered Baltimore’s season. The Steve Smith addition and a healthy Dennis Pitta will take pressure off Torrey Smith, and quarterback Joe Flacco.

I’m expecting better chemistry out of the Ravens defense this season, and look for Ray Rice to get the running game back on track leaving last season (and this offseason) behind him.