For the past number of years, the New England Patriots have been one of the best and most consistent in the AFC. Since Tom Brady and Bill Belichick took over, the Patriots have been a model of consistency.
Last season, the Patriots did fall short of their goal to win the Super Bowl. However, they still had a great season as AFC Champions. In the playoffs last year, the Patriots weren’t really tested by the Tennessee Titans. However, the Jacksonville Jaguars did give them a run for their money in the AFC Championship Game.
Compared to the NFC, the AFC will once again likely be the weaker of the two conferences.