2022 NFL Futures | AFC Playoff Predictions

Since we are amid our NFL Futures series, we wanted to provide you with our favorite playoff picks for the 2022 season. Today we break down our four AFC picks that will win you some cash this fall.

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Baltimore Ravens- YES: -165

If you read our AFC North article HERE, you already know we are All-In on the Baltimore Ravens. The 2021 season was a tumultuous one for the Baltimore Ravens that saw them fall victim to an insurmountable amount of injuries, resulting in their ultimate demise.

Lamar Jackson and the Ravens are about to go 'scorched earth' on the NFL. Not only do I believe the Ravens will make the playoffs, but you might hear more about them in our Conference/Division picks article coming soon!

Cincinnati Bengals- YES: -130

I understand this number. The Cincinnati Bengals have the feel of a fluke. We see teams rise unexpectedly, only to falter the following season.

The Bengals feel different to me. Joe Burrow was coming off of a knee injury a season ago. Why can't he be even better in 2022? Why can't the dynamic duo of Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins take a step forward in 2022? Why is it impossible to see a scenario where the Bengals are better this season?

With the uncertainty surrounding the Cleveland Browns, the Deshaun Watson saga, and a Pittsburgh Steelers team looking for their identity, the Cincinnati Bengals should benefit from a division in transition.

I'm not calling for a Cincinnati Bengals repeat, but back-to-back playoff appearances feel reasonable.

Denver Broncos- YES: -145

I will stand by my stance that Russell Wilson makes an impact on the Denver Broncos. More so than any other player on any other team in the NFL. The Denver Broncos have added piece after piece to this roster and needed someone to guide them. Enter Russell Wilson, who has to be delighted to be surrounded by the likes of Courtland Sutton, Javonte Williams, Jerry Jeudy, and KJ Hamler. 

The AFC West is the Thunderdome of the NFL, but it would be a HUGE disappointment if the Denver Broncos are not in contention come season's end. The Denver Broncos advance to the playoffs--you can take it to the bank.

Indianapolis Colts- YES: -190

The Indianapolis Colts are over the moon to have Matt Ryan under center. Matt Ryan brings a leadership quality that the Colts have lacked since Philip Rivers retired. 

The Colts, like the Broncos, are ready-built to make a playoff run. The Colts are the primary beneficiaries of playing in the worst division in football--the AFC South. The Jacksonville Jaguars and Houston Texans are light years away from contending. The Tennessee Titans feel like a team on the decline. The Indianapolis Colts are the right team, at the right time, to make a run in the AFC. 

SPOILER ALERT: This will not be the last time you see the Indianapolis Colts in our NFL Futures series.