The Kansas City Chiefs enter the 2026 season attempting to prove that one disastrous year did not end the NFL’s defining modern dynasty. Kansas City finished 6-11 in 2025, placed third in the AFC West and missed the playoffs for the first time since Patrick Mahomes became the starting quarterback. The result ended streaks of […]
The Denver Broncos enter the 2026 season facing expectations that would have appeared unrealistic only two years ago. Denver won 14 regular-season games in 2025, captured the AFC West and earned the conference’s No. 1 seed. The Broncos defeated Buffalo in overtime in the divisional round before losing to New England in the AFC Championship […]
The New York Giants enter the 2026 season beginning a new era under John Harbaugh. New York finished 4-13 in 2025, but rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart provided the franchise with a legitimate source of optimism. Dart won several games after entering the starting lineup, produced 22 total touchdowns through his first 11 starts and closed […]
The Dallas Cowboys enter the 2026 season attempting to convert one of the NFL’s most productive offenses into a complete playoff team. Dallas finished 7-9-1 in Brian Schottenheimer’s first season as head coach. The Cowboys frequently produced high-level offense, but defensive inconsistency, injuries and an inability to close several competitive games kept them outside the […]
The Washington Commanders enter the 2026 season attempting to recapture the trajectory that made them one of the NFL’s fastest-rising teams two years ago. Washington fell to 5-12 in 2025 after injuries affected Jayden Daniels, Terry McLaurin, the offensive line, defensive front and secondary. Daniels missed several games and was held out for the final […]
The Minnesota Vikings enter the 2026 season attempting to rebound from a disappointing 8-9 campaign without abandoning the young quarterback and roster-development plan they began two years ago. Minnesota’s 2025 season was undermined by quarterback instability and extensive offensive-line injuries. J.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz and Max Brosmer all started games, while the Vikings used 26 […]
The Green Bay Packers enter the 2026 season as a legitimate NFC contender whose final 2025 record did not fully reflect the quality of its best football. Green Bay finished 9-7-1, placed second in the NFC North and secured the conference’s seventh playoff seed. The Packers then led Chicago 21-3 at halftime in the wild-card […]
The Las Vegas Raiders enter the 2026 season beginning a new era after finishing 3-14 with a minus-191 point differential in 2025. Las Vegas ranked near the bottom of the NFL offensively, scored only 241 points and received inconsistent quarterback play throughout the season. The Raiders nevertheless retained several legitimate building blocks in Maxx Crosby, […]
The Miami Dolphins enter the 2026 season beginning a new competitive cycle rather than attempting to preserve the previous one. Jeff Hafley has replaced Mike McDaniel as head coach, with Bobby Slowik coordinating the offense and Sean Duggan overseeing the defense. Miami also has a new general manager in Jon-Eric Sullivan and will start someone […]
The Los Angeles Chargers enter the 2026 season as an established playoff team still searching for proof that they can become a championship team. Los Angeles finished 11-6 in 2025, reaching the postseason for the second consecutive year under Jim Harbaugh. The season ended with a wild-card loss at New England, extending the franchise’s playoff […]