The AFC South is the epitome of why the NFL is so popular.
For two consecutive years, the Jaguars were picking first in the draft. One season later, they’re division champs and hosting a playoff game, rallying from a 27–0 deficit against the Chargers to win. Now, Jacksonville appears ready to roll toward another AFC South crown while trying to take its place among the best teams in the sport.
Looking at the division, the Jaguars are the heavy favorites. They’re the only team with a star quarterback (Trevor Lawrence) and a coach (Doug Pederson) who has won a Super Bowl, while the Texans and Colts are both working with first-year duos at those spots. Jacksonville also has a litany of playmakers, including receivers Calvin Ridley and Christian Kirk, tight end Evan Engram and running back Travis Etienne. The offense should be enough on its own to get Jacksonville back into the postseason.
