NFL teams forecast bold predictions for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 11:18 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
As the 2026 NFL season approaches, predictions for each of the 32 teams are emerging. The Arizona Cardinals are expected to finish last in the NFC West, while the Cincinnati Bengals may win the AFC North, buoyed by standout performances from Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase. Derrick Henry could become the seventh running back to rush over 1,000 yards at age 32, and the Detroit Lions aim to rebound by winning the NFC North. The season kicks off soon following the last preseason game for all teams, setting the stage for these predictions to unfold.
- •Arizona Cardinals predicted to finish last in NFC West.
- •Cincinnati Bengals expected to win AFC North.
- •Derrick Henry may rush over 1,000 yards at 32.
- •Detroit Lions aim for NFC North title after last season.
- •Last preseason games will finalize rosters ahead of kickoff.
- 11:18 PMYahoo Sports — Bold predictions for each of 32 NFL teams for 2026 season
"The 2026 NFL season is less than a month away. A great time to take a stab at some predictions for the upcoming campaign.
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