2011 Kansas City Chiefs

Expectations among fans is high after the Chiefs unexpected division win in 2010.  This year, anything less than a conference title will be a disappointment.  So can they do it?  Let's look at the preseason for clues.  The defense has been the bright spot.  This year they are getting burnt for long pass plays much less often that last.  They really haven't stopped the opponents first team at all.  But that is the bright spot.

The offense has been awful.  The first team hasn't scored a touchdown, even when given field position twice inside their opponents 10 yard line.  They settled for one field goal.  The offensive line has offered the six million dollar man, Matt Cassell, with absolutely no protection.  He has spent more time on his back that an Independence Boulevard hooker.  The KC coach, Todd Haley, and GM, Scott Pioli, both claim they are not concerned and continue to "work the plan".

Did I mention the schedule?  Brutal.  The final 8 games include 5 with 2010 playoff team and the final 4 teams.  Last year's division title team only played 2 teams that made the playoffs.  A powder puff schedule to be sure.  So what will they do this year?  Smart men with a rudimentary knowledge of professional football will pick them to win 4, no more than 6 games in 2011.  Repeat of a division title would be pure fantasy.

I, however, will pick the Kansas City Chiefs to win the Super Bowl in 2011.  I see them winning all 16 games due to a series of miracles.  All bad or missed calls will go in their favor, weather conditions will thwart their opponents game plan, fumbles will bounce their way every time, and opposing players will regularly lose their composure in game situations.  That is how the Chiefs will win 16. A series of miracles is the key to the season.

Indianapolis, New England, Pittsburgh, Green Bay, NY Jets, and Chicago, you are all going down to this years Super Bowl Champions.  San Diego, Oakland and Denver, you have no chance.  This is going to be fun.