Mark Craig's AFC power rankings, from Patriots to Dolphins

AFC power rankings

Yes, here we go again. And again. And …

If new D-coordinator Steve Spagnuolo can bring even a small boost to that side of the ball, look out, New England.

Ben Roethlisberger and a top-10 defense will have some say in how long Brownsmania lasts once actual games start.

Beware the preseason hype. It tends to fizzle. (See: Vikings, 2018).

Are they deep enough to overcome a preseason packed with bad news?

Love defense's talent and design. A tad skeptical of Marcus Mariota and new O-coordinator Arthur Smith.

New D-coordinator Gregg Williams was counting on Anthony Barr being the pass rusher he still needs in this defense.

The O-line has been revamped, but can old friend Leslie Frazier generate enough of a pass rush on defense?

Last year's No. 1 defense was pilfered. And quarterback Lamar Jackson is still too raw to win consistently.

We'll find out soon if Jacoby Brissett can transition from the NFL's best backup to Andrew Luck's full-time replacement.

Vic Fangio's first crack at being a head coach at 61 comes with too many cracks on offense.

Zac Taylor brings overdue change to Cincinnati's coaching staff. But he lacks the talent for a quick turnaround.

Antonio Brown on a dysfunctional team looking up at K.C. and the Chargers. What could possibly go wrong?