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2016 NFL predictions: Super Bowl XLXI and more

By Matt Verderame

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Nov 22, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) warms up prior to the game against the Green Bay Packers at TCF Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 22, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) warms up prior to the game against the Green Bay Packers at TCF Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports /

JJ: Vikings. I really like what I saw from this team in 2015 as they ran their way to a division title. Adrian Peterson is as good as ever and Teddy Bridgewater is proving to be the awesome game manager we all thought he’d be who can make the big throws when he needs to. Plus, the defense is fantastic, which is no surprise seeing as Mike Zimmer is the head coach. The Vikings should make it two in a row in 2016.

MV: Packers. With Jordy Nelson back in the fold and Aaron Rodgers desperate for revenge, it is tough to see Green Bay getting second place again. Plus, the Packers will now have an easier schedule than the Vikings, which could make all the difference. Look for Green Bay to rebound in a big way and take down the North.

MD: Packers. Sure, the Minnesota Vikings had a great season in 2015 and they should absolutely be commended for it. That being said, the Green Bay Packers had a down season and still nearly won the division. A fresh start for the Green Bay Packers, a couple of pieces added to the puzzle and the Packers will be contending again.

JH: Vikings. This is such a chic pick, but it’s the right one. Teddy Bridgewater is only getting better and Adrian Peterson is still a hog. But that Mike Zimmer defense continues to be one of the best units in all of football — and it’s not even fully matured yet. They’ll add more defensive studs in the offseason which will further complete a defense that might end up being the most feared in all of football in 2016.

JB: Vikings. Teddy B is another year older and actually has a few more playmakers besides Adrian Peterson. Really, though, this team is all about defense. Mike Zimmer is the real deal, and it’s a dead heat between him and John Fox as to who’s the division’s best coach (sorry, not sorry, Mike McCarthy). Look out for the ground and pound – assuming Peterson holds up.

PA: Packers. Green Bay had its struggles this year and the Vikes are exciting but Teddy Bridgewater is not Aaron Rodgers. Look for Green Bay to regroup this offseason and find the pieces they need to once again dominate the North.

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