Ranking The AFC Defenses: 9-16

Houston Texans Defense
Dwight Freeney
Christopher Hanewinckel USA TODAY Sports

12. San Diego Chargers

The Bolts are relying on a collection of veterans on defense, and with that there’s a chance for disappointment. Jarret Johnson and Dwight Freeney are on the back end of their careers, while Manti Te’o and Melvin Ingram need to continue to progress. The secondary was the weak link a year ago, and the team addressed the need with first-round pick Jason Verrett and the former Chief, Flowers.

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