NFL predictions reassessed as teams progress through season
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Last updated Oct 14, 2026
As of October 14, analysis from ESPN reevaluates bold NFL predictions made during the preseason, including expectations for Jordan Love and Isaiah Likely. The examination focuses on which forecasts remain viable and which appear increasingly unlikely after five weeks of play. The insights aim to provide clarity on the changing dynamics within the league as the season unfolds.
- •Review covers predictions for all NFL teams.
- •Focus includes player performance forecasts like Jordan Love's MVP candidacy.
- •Continual updates help reflect teams' progress this season.
- •Analysis highlights which predictions may need reconsideration.
- 12:14 PMESPN — Reevaluating 32 bold NFL predictions, five weeks in: Which are on target, and which need a do-over?
"In the preseason, we made bold predictions for every NFL team, from Jordan Love's MVP case to Isaiah Likely's catch total. Which ones are on track? Which seem unlikely?
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