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NFL tier rankings assess Super Bowl chances for all 32 teams

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 11:37 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

NFL tier rankings assess Super Bowl chances for all 32 teams

Summary

As NFL preseason activities commence, a tier ranking of Super Bowl chances for all 32 teams has been released. Teams are categorized as having no chance, being pretenders, contenders, or favorites based on their current status. The New York Jets, Miami Dolphins, and Tennessee Titans are in the 'no chance' category in the AFC, while the Denver Broncos and Buffalo Bills are labeled as favorites. In the NFC, the Arizona Cardinals, New York Giants, and Atlanta Falcons also fall into the 'no chance' category, with the Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Rams recognized as favorites. Teams will continue to assess their prospects as training camps progress.

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Key Details

•NFL preseason is currently underway with teams evaluating players.
•Teams categorized as no chance include the Jets, Dolphins, and Titans.
•Favorites in the AFC are the Broncos and Bills.
•Cardinals, Giants, and Falcons are in the no chance group in the NFC.
•Lions and Rams are seen as favorites in the NFC rankings.

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What they're saying

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There are 32 teams in the NFL but only two will make it to the Super Bowl. Where does each team fit in an unofficial tier ranking of each?
— Yahoo Sports

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