The NFL is notoriously difficult to predict, and last season was no different, with seven of the eight division winners changing from 2024. Two of the Super Bowl favorites from the previous season, the Baltimore Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs, missed the play-offs entirely, while two outsiders, the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots, made it to the Super Bowl, with the Seahawks winning their first NFL championship in 12 years. As the 2026 season begins, experts are offering their predictions for the upcoming season. Rob Staton believes the NFC will be a battle between the Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks, picking the Rams to win the Super Bowl, facing the Buffalo Bills with quarterback Josh Allen finally reaching the big game. Hugh Ferris thinks the Bills will make it to the Super Bowl but will lose, while also suggesting that the 2026 Bills will not be much different from recent seasons despite an underwhelming head coach hire. Haydn Parry believes the Bills can convert Allen's talent and make it to the Super Bowl, while also noting that Joe Brady's promotion to head coach might be the missing ingredient. Joe Bradshaw thinks the Rams are primed to repeat their Super Bowl victory at SoFi Stadium, and that Allen is overdue for a trip to the NFL's biggest game, even if it ends in defeat. David Brindle expects the Denver Broncos to use the loss of Bo Nix to injury in the previous season's play-offs as motivation to go further this season, while also acknowledging the consensus predictions for the Rams in the Super Bowl. Ben Collins offers leftfield picks, suggesting the Los Angeles Chargers might get to play in the Super Bowl in their own stadium, with former Rams quarterback Jared Goff leading Detroit to victory. For the NFL's MVP, Rob Staton picks Josh Allen, believing that with an offensive-minded head coach, everything will be geared toward him having a big season. Hugh Ferris suggests Justin Herbert of the Chargers, noting that the hiring of Mike McDaniel as offensive coordinator might change things. Haydn Parry thinks Dak Prescott has the ability and weapons to have an outstanding season, while Joe Bradshaw believes that if the Bills make the Super Bowl, Josh Allen will be the obvious candidate for his second MVP award. David Brindle thinks Jahmyr Gibbs could be a non-quarterback MVP candidate, while Ben Collins believes Joe Burrow could win the award if he stays fit and the Bengals make a deep play-off run. For the coach of the year, Rob Staton considers Joe Brady if he helps Josh Allen reach MVP status, but also picks DeMeco Ryans, believing the Houston Texans will lead on defense. Hugh Ferris thinks Joe Brady could get the nod if the Bills reach the Super Bowl, while Haydn Parry favors John Harbaugh, believing the Giants have potential with Jaxson Dart. Joe Bradshaw thinks Sean McVay could win the award as he steers the Rams to their third Super Bowl title. David Brindle suggests Sean Payton could win his second award, 20 years after winning it with New Orleans, and Ben Collins thinks Dan Campbell could be the coach of the year after getting the Lions roaring again. For the NFL rookie to watch, Rob Staton suggests Caleb Downs, the safety in Dallas, while Hugh Ferris thinks De'Zhaun Stribling could fill a gap for the 49ers. Haydn Parry thinks Carnell Tate, the fourth overall pick by Tennessee, could adapt well. Joe Bradshaw believes De'Zhaun Stribling could have plenty of work this season, and David Brindle thinks Jadarian Price could become a top running back for the Seahawks. Ben Collins suggests Sonny Styles could have a big impact at linebacker for the Washington Commanders. For the NFL's surprise package, Rob Staton thinks the Las Vegas Raiders could show signs of growth with Klint Kubiak as head coach, while Hugh Ferris thinks the New York teams could rise to be mediocre. Haydn Parry thinks Fernando Mendoza could make progress with the Raiders, and Joe Bradshaw thinks the Los Angeles Chargers, despite consecutive 11-win seasons, could be a surprise package with new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. David Brindle thinks the Cincinnati Bengals could reach the Super Bowl if they stay healthy, and Ben Collins thinks the Atlanta Falcons could get back in play-off contention under Kevin Stefanski. For the NFL's worst record, Rob Staton thinks the Cleveland Browns are a shambles, with Deshaun Watson's situation a mess. Hugh Ferris again predicts the Browns will have the worst record, citing Watson's potential impact. Haydn Parry thinks the Miami Dolphins are in a race to the bottom with the Arizona Cardinals. Joe Bradshaw thinks the Browns have huge questions at quarterback with Watson booed by his own fans. David Brindle thinks the Miami Dolphins' rebuild is under way, and Ben Collins thinks the Dolphins' roster is short on talent after letting go of Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill.