The new cast of Dancing with the Stars was announced today and there
are already a few couples that are being dubbed as the early favorites.
While there's an eclectic mix of energetic, intriguing couples, there
are a few pairings that show promise already.

Here are our top 3 early favorites to win the new season of Dancing
with the Stars:

1. Mario and Karina Smirnoff - R&B singer, Mario has been paired with
Mario Lopez's on-and-off girlfriend Karina Smirnoff and we think this
is a pair made in heaven. Karina's energy and charisma is sure to whip
Mario into shape real fast. This couple is our top pick this season.

2. Monica Seles and Jonathon Roberts - Coming in a close second on our
list of favorites is tennis player Monica Seles, who has been paired
alongside the incredible Jonathon Roberts. Monica's athletic abilities
are sure to give her an upper hand in this competition - but will it
be enough to win?

3. Jason Taylor and Edyta - Our last pick to win this year goes to NFL
player Jason Taylor who was lucky enough to be paired with the
incredibly talented Edyta. Edyta is the only pro dancer to compete in
all six seasons and deserves to take the title this year. Can Jason
dance his way to the finals with Edyta? Guess we'll have to wait and see.

The new season of Dancing with the Stars premieres March 17 but you
can catch a sneak peak of the new cast on Thursday's (February 21)
episode of Oprah.