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2026-08-30

2026 NFL Preview: Houston Texans Lean on Elite Defense as C.J. Stroud Faces January Test

The Texans enter 2026 with C.J. Stroud facing a January test, Will Anderson Jr., Danielle Hunter, Jadeveon Clowney, and Matt Burke leading an elite defense, and the AFC South in reach.

2026-08-29

2026 NFL Preview: Titans Build Around Cam Ward, Carnell Tate, and Robert Saleh

The Titans enter 2026 with Cam Ward in Year 2, Carnell Tate, Wan'Dale Robinson, Tony Pollard, and a Robert Saleh defense rebuilt around Jeffery Simmons, Jermaine Johnson, and the AFC South climb.

2026-08-26

2026 NFL Preview: Browns Start Deshaun Watson, Wait on Shedeur Sanders After Myles Garrett Trade

The Browns enter 2026 with Deshaun Watson starting, Shedeur Sanders waiting, Jared Verse replacing Myles Garrett, Quinshon Judkins leading the run game, and Todd Monken rebuilding in the AFC North.

2026-08-25

2026 NFL Preview: Cincinnati Bengals Running Out of Excuses With Burrow, Chase, and Dexter Lawrence

The Bengals enter 2026 with Joe Burrow healthy, Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins back, Zac Taylor under pressure, and an AFC North defense rebuilt around Dexter Lawrence, Boye Mafe, Jonathan Allen, and Kyle Dugger.

2026-08-24

2026 NFL Preview: Steelers Give Aaron Rodgers One Last Run with Mike McCarthy

The Steelers enter 2026 with Aaron Rodgers in his final NFL season, Mike McCarthy back with his old quarterback, DK Metcalf replacing George Pickens, T.J. Watt in Patrick Graham's defense, and AFC North pressure.

2026-08-21

2026 NFL Preview: Baltimore Ravens Have a Chip on Their Shoulder and Lamar Jackson Healthy

The Ravens enter 2026 with Lamar Jackson healthy, Derrick Henry and Zay Flowers leading Declan Doyle's new offense, Trey Hendrickson boosting the pass rush, and AFC North title expectations.

2026-08-20

2026 NFL Preview: Patriots Chase Super Bowl Return With Drake Maye and A.J. Brown

The Patriots enter 2026 after a 14-3 AFC title season with Drake Maye, A.J. Brown, Romeo Doubs, Josh McDaniels, Mike Vrabel, and a defense trying to finish the job after Super Bowl LX.

2026-08-20

2026 NFL Preview: New York Jets Reset Around Geno Smith, Garrett Wilson, and David Bailey

The Jets enter 2026 with Geno Smith, Garrett Wilson, first-round picks David Bailey, Kenyon Sadiq, and Omar Cooper Jr., plus Minkah Fitzpatrick and Demario Davis leading Aaron Glenn's Year 2 reset.

2026-08-19

2026 NFL Preview: Miami Dolphins Reset Around Jeff Hafley and Malik Willis

The Dolphins enter 2026 after releasing Tua Tagovailoa, trading Jaylen Waddle, moving on from Tyreek Hill, hiring Jeff Hafley, and pairing Malik Willis with Bobby Slowik in a full rebuild.

2026-08-18

2026 NFL Preview: Buffalo Bills, Josh Allen Chase Super Bowl Window

The Bills enter 2026 with Josh Allen, new head coach Joe Brady, DJ Moore joining the offense, Jim Leonhard installing a 3-4 defense, and Patrick Mahomes' ACL/LCL recovery reshaping the AFC race.

2026-08-17

2026 NFL Preview: New York Giants Start John Harbaugh Era With Jaxson Dart

The Giants enter 2026 with John Harbaugh, Jaxson Dart in Year 2, Malik Nabers working back from ACL surgery, Brian Burns and Abdul Carter leading the rush, and Arvell Reese joining the defense.

2026-08-15

2026 NFL Preview: Philadelphia Eagles Defend NFC East Without A.J. Brown

The Eagles enter 2026 with Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley, DeVonta Smith, Makai Lemon, Sean Mannion, and an elite defense trying to defend the NFC East after trading A.J. Brown.

2026-08-14

2026 NFL Preview: Dallas Cowboys Rebuild Defense After Micah Parsons Trade

The Cowboys enter 2026 with Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, Caleb Downs, Rashan Gary, Quinnen Williams, and Christian Parker trying to end a two-year playoff drought.

2026-08-13

2026 NFL Preview: Washington Commanders Need Jayden Daniels Healthy After Tunsil Injury

The Commanders enter 2026 with Jayden Daniels healthy, Stefon Diggs joining Terry McLaurin, Sonny Styles drafted at No. 7, new coordinators, and Laremy Tunsil's torn triceps reshaping the season.

2026-08-12

2026 NFL Preview: Carolina Panthers Build Around Bryce Young and Tetairoa McMillan

The Panthers enter 2026 as defending NFC South champions with Bryce Young in Year 3 under Dave Canales, Tetairoa McMillan coming off OROY, Jalen Coker extended, and Jaelan Phillips leading a rebuilt defense.

2026-08-11

2026 NFL Preview: New Orleans Saints Build Around Tyler Shough and Chris Olave

The Saints enter 2026 with Tyler Shough as the full-season starter, Chris Olave leading the offense, Jordyn Tyson arriving at No. 8, Travis Etienne joining Alvin Kamara, and Cameron Jordan back for one final run.

2026-08-10

2026 NFL Preview: Atlanta Falcons Build Around Tua, Bijan Robinson, and Drake London

The Falcons enter 2026 with Tua Tagovailoa favored at QB, Bijan Robinson on a record deal, Drake London and Kyle Pitts extended, and Kevin Stefanski chasing an NFC South repeat.

2026-08-07

2026 NFL Preview: Tampa Bay Buccaneers Face Baker Mayfield, Vita Vea Pressure

The Buccaneers enter 2026 with Baker Mayfield in a contract year, Mike Evans in San Francisco, Lavonte David retired, Zac Robinson calling plays, and Vita Vea in a contract standoff.

2026-08-06

2026 NFL Preview: Detroit Lions Look to Rebound Behind Jared Goff and Aidan Hutchinson

The Detroit Lions enter 2026 trying to rebound from a 9-8 miss with Jared Goff, Aidan Hutchinson, Drew Petzing, Isiah Pacheco, and a rebuilt defense leading the push.

2026-08-05

2026 NFL Preview: Green Bay Packers, Jordan Love Chase NFC North With Micah Parsons Injured

The Green Bay Packers enter 2026 with Jordan Love, Christian Watson, Matthew Golden, new DC Jonathan Gannon, and Micah Parsons targeting an October return from ACL surgery.

2026-08-04

2026 NFL Preview: Minnesota Vikings QB Battle Shapes Playoff Push

The Minnesota Vikings enter 2026 with Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy competing for the starting job, while Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, Jauan Jennings, and Dallas Turner give Kevin O'Connell a playoff-caliber roster.

2026-08-03

2026 NFL Preview: Chicago Bears, Caleb Williams Face Prove-It Season

The Chicago Bears enter 2026 after an 11-6 NFC North title season, but Caleb Williams' accuracy, DJ Moore's departure, and defensive turnover will decide whether Ben Johnson's team can repeat.

2026-08-01

2026 NFL Preview: Arizona Cardinals Begin Mike LaFleur Era After Kyler Murray

The Arizona Cardinals enter 2026 with Mike LaFleur, Jacoby Brissett, Carson Beck, Trey McBride, Marvin Harrison Jr., and No. 3 pick Jeremiyah Love leading a full rebuild.

2026-07-31

2026 NFL Preview: San Francisco 49ers Bet on Brock Purdy, McCaffrey, and a Rebuilt Receiver Room

The San Francisco 49ers enter 2026 with Brock Purdy on a $265 million extension, Christian McCaffrey still driving the offense, Deebo Samuel back, Mike Evans added, and an NFC West race loaded with Seahawks and Rams pressure.

2026-07-29

2026 NFL Preview: Los Angeles Rams Go All-In for Super Bowl LXI at SoFi

The Los Angeles Rams enter 2026 with Matthew Stafford coming off an MVP season, Puka Nacua and Davante Adams leading an elite offense, and Myles Garrett, Trent McDuffie, and Jaylen Watson added to a defense chasing Super Bowl LXI at SoFi Stadium.

2026-07-28

2026 NFL Preview: Seattle Seahawks Defend Super Bowl Title Without Kenneth Walker

The Seattle Seahawks enter the 2026 NFL season as defending Super Bowl champions, but Kenneth Walker III is gone, Klint Kubiak left, and Sam Darnold, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Jadarian Price, and Mike Macdonald must lead the repeat push.

2026-06-11

NFL Offseason 2026 Roundup: Rams Add Myles Garrett, Bears Eye Indiana, Mahomes Gets $500M Deal

The 2026 NFL offseason brought Myles Garrett to the Rams, Bears stadium drama in Indiana, Patrick Mahomes' $500M Chiefs deal, and major coaching changes.

2026-05-14

2026 NFL Schedule Release: Please Stop Predicting Team Records

Every May, the NFL schedule drops and the internet immediately tells you exactly how every team will finish. Here is why those predictions are mostly meaningless and what the schedule release is actually good for.

2026-04-27

Why NFL Draft Grades the Day After Are Meaningless

Every April, analysts hand out NFL Draft grades before players take a single snap. Here is why those instant grades tell you almost nothing.

2026-04-24

Miami Dolphins 2026 NFL Draft Round 1 Recap: Kadyn Proctor, Chris Johnson, and Fan Reaction

Miami's Round 1 is in the books. The Dolphins land Kadyn Proctor and Chris Johnson, and fans already have strong opinions on both picks.

2026-04-22

Miami Dolphins 2026 NFL Draft Preview: What Miami Should Do at Picks 11 and 30

Miami Dolphins 2026 NFL Draft: picks 11 and 30, biggest needs, and the Round 1 plan that gives this rebuild an actual foundation. Grier, Tua, and McDaniel are gone.

2026-04-21

2026 NFL Mock Draft: Top 5 Picks, Sleeper QB, and One Prospect Who Could Fall

Our 2026 NFL Mock Draft: top 5 picks, a sleeper QB to watch, and one prospect who could slide on draft night. The 2026 NFL Draft begins April 23 in Pittsburgh.

2026-04-15

Dianna Russini Lost Her Job. Mike Vrabel Lost Nothing. That's a Problem.

Dianna Russini resigned from The Athletic after photos with Patriots coach Mike Vrabel surfaced. He called it laughable and went back to work. Why is only one of them paying a price?