Predicting each AFC East team's record for the 2019 NFL season

Tom Brady and Bill Belichick are looking to secure another AFC East division title, while Sam Darnold is looking to avoid the 'sophomore slumps' this season.

The Bills made sure to help out Josh Allen by adding more offensive weapons and several upgrades to their offensive line. Meanwhile, Miami gets a major upgrade at quarterback with Josh Rosen now at the helm.

The AFC East may not have been the most exciting division in seasons past but based on the upgrades made by all four teams this offseason, it certainly looks like it could be one of the more intriguing divisions heading into the 2019 season.

Here's how I believe each AFC team will fare, record-wise, in 2019.

#1 New England Patriots: 12-4

Three words: Brady and Belichick. Need I say more? Probably not. But for the sake of this article, I'll go into more detail. The Patriots didn't add a ton of players during free agency, but their approach to the offseason has resulted in winning six Super Bowls, so I've got no reason to criticize their organization's methods.

As long as Brady and Belichick are at the helm, the Patriots will be frontrunners for AFC East division title and probably another Super Bowl, too. I do like the addition of N'Keal Harry, who's a big-bodied receiver that can certainly go up and get it. Former Eagles and Seahawks pass rusher Michael Bennett should bring a solid veteran presence to New England's young group of pass rushers, too.

The only true issue I have with New England's roster is their linebackers. But I don't see that being too much of an issue, considering Belichick still runs the show. He'll be sure to get the best out of each linebacker that sees action during the regular season. Until Brady and Belichick retire, they'll continue to be the favorites to win the AFC East each season. Plain and simple.

#2 New York Jets: 9-7

I might have whiffed on the Jets' record prediction last season, but I love the additions the franchise has made during the offseason. Trading for 2-time Pro Bowl guard Kelechi Osemele should help reduce the number of hits/sacks that Sam Darnold takes this upcoming season (The Jets ranked 19th in sacks allowed last season with 30).

However, as much as I like the Osemele trade, he certainly can't solve all their holes along the offensive line. The Jets' front seven is one that really caught my attention last season. That defensive front only improved by adding 4-time Pro Bowl linebacker C.J. Mosley. He's a phenomenal acquisition whose production and versatility make him one of the best linebackers in the entire league. Mosley and Avery Williamson should make a great duo at the linebacker position this season.

Don't forget about the 303-pound, one man wrecking crew that is Quinnen Williams, whom the Jets selected with the 3rd overall in the 2019 NFL Draft. He's sure to make his presence felt on Sundays with his unique ability to both stuff the run and get after the quarterback. Williams is going to pair nicely with Leonard Williams, Henry Anderson and Steve McLendon.

I haven't even mentioned the additions of star running back Le'Veon Bell and slot receiver Jamison Crowder, both of whom bring unique abilities that'll greatly benefit Darnold in his sophomore season. For these reasons, I can see the Jets being a borderline playoff team by more than doubling their wins from 2018 (four), with nine in 2019.

#3 Buffalo Bills: 8-8

Yes, you're seeing this correctly. I ACTUALLY have the Bills finishing with eight wins in 2019. Why? Well, there are many methods behind my 'madness' as you may call it. Firstly, GM Brandon Beane did a fantastic job addressing the holes on the offensive line during this past offseason. Adding former Chiefs' center Mitch Morse and drafting former Oklahoma tackle Cody Ford should certainly help reduce the amount of hits/sacks Josh Allen takes in 2019.

Now, don't misconstrue what I'm saying here. Ford and Morse aren't able to solve all the Bills' offensive line troubles. But they'll both be key to the Bills' success in 2019 nonetheless. Secondly, adding slot receiver Cole Beasley, speedster John Brown, and Seth Roberts only adds to Allen's arsenal of weaponry, thus potentially allowing him to be more productive this season.

Overall, I like the direction Buffalo is headed. The defense doesn't concern me, it's the offense that does. I'm still not sold on Allen being the long-term solution at quarterback. We'll have to see if the new additions on offense can allow him to be more dynamic and productive in 2019.

Last season, the Bills scored a mediocre 16.9 points per game (ranking 30th), while accumulating an eye-rolling 298.6 total yards per game (ranking 30th) and 174.6 total passing yards per game (ranking 31st). If Allen and his new arsenal of weapons can avoid a disastrous season offensively, I see no reason why this new and improved Bills team can't garner eight wins in 2019.

#4 Miami Dolphins: 6-10

I'm not sure if there's a worse roster in the entire NFL, and that's putting it nicely. Overall, Miami seems to be in a full rebuilding mode, as they have many holes throughout their entire team. I do like the addition of Josh Rosen, who'll get a fresh start with the Dolphins this season.

Firstly, I have major concerns with Miami's offensive line, though. By my calculations, it isn't drastically better than Arizona's. And, as far as I'm concerned, the only offensive line position the Dolphins have solidified is their left tackle with Laremy Tunsil. Rookie Michael Deiter and Jordan Mills are solid additions, but they won't resolve all of Miami's offensive line struggles.

Don't get me wrong, the Dolphins have some nice pieces on both sides of the ball. Xavien Howard, whom they just signed to a five-year, $76 million dollar extension recently, is an elite corner who recorded seven interceptions last season. Minkah Fitzpatrick is an intriguing player heading into his second season, too. Meanwhile, Kenny Stills, DeVante Parker, and Albert Wilson are a more dynamic group of receivers than what Rosen had to work with during his short stint in Arizona.

Some might even argue that Kenyan Drake is a better running back than David Johnson. Regardless, it certainly takes more than just a couple of solid players on both sides of the ball to create a formidable team. There's just too many questions surrounding the Dolphins right now, which is why I can't see them winning more than six games in 2019.

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