Fearless Forecast
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Jason La CanforaQuite simply, this is as complete a team as there will be in the league.
Prediction: 12-4, first in NFC South -
Steve WycheThe defense seems poised to get back to its opportunistic ways with more beef on the defensive line to pressure quarterbacks. An improved running game will open up the passing game more and make an already unpredictable offense even scarier.
Prediction: 11-5, first in NFC South -
Pat KirwanThey left unfinished business on the field last year and really came to camp with a great focus and more weapons on defense.
Prediction: 11-5, first in NFC South -
Bucky BrooksSean Payton's re-energized offense faces a soft early season schedule that could result in significant lead over their counterparts.
Prediction: 13-3, first in NFC South -
Elliot HarrisonTHE forgotten team of 2011. The defense might falter without some of its 2010 components, but there were some nice unheralded additions in the offseason. The offense is the best in football ... and I trust Drew Brees more than Matt Ryan.
Prediction: 11-5, first in NFC South
On the hot seat
Sean Payton replaces Reggie Bush with a multi-purpose weapon with better running skills. How he opts to utilize Sproles' versatility could add another dimension to the Saints' offense.
