Josh Frey publishes 2026 NFL standings and playoff bracket predictions

Analyst Josh Frey released his 2026 NFL season outlook, forecasting division standings and a final playoff bracket. The projections show the Buffalo Bills leading the AFC East at 11-6, while the Baltimore Ravens are picked to top the AFC North with a 12-5 record. Following a 2025 campaign that saw the New England Patriots reach the Super Bowl, Frey suggests a tougher schedule this year could lead to a 10-7 finish for the team. Personnel changes include the New York Jets signing Geno Smith and the Miami Dolphins moving on from Tyreek Hill. Coaching shifts are noted across the league, with Mike Tomlin out in Pittsburgh and John Harbaugh no longer with Baltimore. These predictions serve as an early assessment of team trajectories before the season settles into its rhythm.

• 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Josh Frey’s 2026 NFL Standings + Playoff Predictions