NFL2026Team PreviewsJaylen Waddle Makes Denver More Dangerous
After nearly winning an AFC title, the Broncos traded for Jaylen Waddle with the hopes that’s the final piece toward the Super Bowl.
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NFL2026Team PreviewsCan Caleb Williams Lead the Bears on a Super Bowl Run?
Following a breakthrough first season under Ben Johnson and a rejuvenated Caleb Williams, the Chicago Bears are aiming for more than a division title in 2026.
NFL2026Team PreviewsCan Bryce Young’s Improvement Continue?
Carolina rode a Bryce Young emergence and the Offensive Rookie of the Year to a surprising division title, and now the question is whether that magic can continue.
NFL2026Team PreviewsCousins Is the Bridge, Fernando Mendoza Is the Future
Coming off a disastrous 3-14 season, the Raiders hired Klint Kubiak, drafted Fernando Mendoza No. 1, and are starting Kirk Cousins while the rebuild takes shape.
NFL2026Team PreviewsIs Tyler Shough the Real Deal or a Mirage?
The Saints are building their season around Tyler Shough, hoping that his strong finish to 2025 will carry over into 2026.
NFL2026Team PreviewsThe Dolphins Are In Full Rebuild Mode
With Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill, and Jaylen Waddle all out the door and a new coach-GM pairing running the show, Miami's 2026 season is less about wins and more about finding out who Malik Willis and this roster actually are.
NFL2026Team PreviewsThe Steelers Are Betting It All on Aaron Rodgers’ Last Ride
After Mike Tomlin's stunning resignation, Mike McCarthy takes over a Steelers team that just won the AFC North, and everything still hinges on whether 42-year-old Aaron Rodgers has one more good season left.
NFL2026Team PreviewsCan the Champs Repeat With a Retooled Defense?
Sam Darnold and Jaxon Smith-Njigba have the reigning champs ready to repeat, but changes in the defense and backfield questions make this repeat bid anything but a formality.
NFL2026Team PreviewsIs Cam Ward Ready For the Year 2 Leap?
After another 3-14 record that saw a midseason coaching change, the Titans are calling on Robert Saleh to provide stability around Cam Ward so the young QB can thrive.
NFL2026Team PreviewsCommanders Season is All About Jayden Daniels Staying Healthy
The Commanders spent the offseason fixing everything around Jayden Daniels, but it ultimately comes down to whether he can remain healthy.
NFL2026Team PreviewsIt's a Make or Break Season For the Packers
Green Bay went all-in to land Micah Parsons a year ago and now must prove a stacked roster can finally get Jordan Love and the Packers deep into the playoffs.
NFL2026Team PreviewsIt's a New Era In Cleveland Without Myles Garrett
The Myles Garrett era is over, and new head coach Todd Monken inherits a wide-open quarterback competition that will define the fate of the 2026 Browns.
NFL2026Team PreviewsCan a Rebuilt Defense Get Dallas Back to the Playoffs?
After consecutive losing seasons, the Cowboys overhauled their defense with a new coordinator, a trade and two first-round picks – hoping this will help unlock a playoff berth.
NFL2026Team PreviewsCan Jacksonville Prove Last Year Wasn't a Fluke?
Coming off a division title, the Jaguars need Trevor Lawrence to sustain his late-season form and a healthy Travis Hunter to prove last year wasn’t an accident.
NFL2026Team PreviewsIs this the Year San Francisco's Injury Luck Turns?
With Brock Purdy locked up long-term and Mike Evans added to a loaded offense, the 49ers are hoping better health finally delivers the title Kyle Shanahan’s team has chased for years.
NFL2026Team PreviewsCan Mike McDaniel Finally Unlock Justin Herbert
After consecutive early playoff exits without a win, the Chargers hired Mike McDaniel to revamp the offense and take Justin Herbert to a new level.
NFL2026Team PreviewsLions Are Primed For a Bounce Back Season
After a last-place finish, the Lions are counting on a healthy Aidan Hutchinson and a larger workload from Jahmyr Gibbs to get them back to the top of the NFC North.
NFL2026Team PreviewsPatriots Are Betting On AJ Brown
After a stunning turnaround season and a Super Bowl appearance, the Patriots traded for A.J. Brown to give Drake Maye a true No. 1 wideout as New England chases its first title since the Brady era.
NFL2026Team PreviewsCan Tampa Bay Reclaim the NFC South Without Mike Evans?
With the Mike Evans era over, the Buccaneers are counting on a healthy Baker Mayfield and a breakout season from Emeka Egbuka to reclaim the NFC South.