The latest edition of the Pick Six newsletter dives into comprehensive predictions for the 2026 NFL season. After an exhaustive Labor Day weekend, expert John Breech shares insights on playoff contenders, Super Bowl favorites, and teams likely to struggle.

AFC Predictions:

• Bills: 11-6
• Patriots: 9-8
• Jets: 6-11
• Dolphins: 2-15
• Ravens: 12-5
• Bengals: 11-6
• Steelers: 9-8
• Browns: 5-12
• Texans: 11-6
• Jaguars: 8-9
• Colts: 7-10
• Titans: 3-14
• Broncos: 12-5
• Chiefs: 10-7
• Chargers: 9-8
• Raiders: 5-12

NFC Predictions:

• Cowboys: 10-7
• Eagles: 9-8
• Giants: 8-9
• Commanders: 7-10
• Lions: 12-5
• Packers: 11-6
• Bears: 10-7
• Vikings: 10-7
• Saints: 8-9
• Buccaneers: 7-10
• Falcons: 6-11
• Panthers: 6-11
• Rams: 14-3
• Seahawks: 12-5
• 49ers: 10-7
• Cardinals: 3-14

The Atlanta Falcons named Tua Tagovailoa as their starting quarterback for the season opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Despite a shaky training camp and being the sixth different Week 1 starter in six years, Tua's potential is buoyed by a talented supporting cast including Bijan Robinson, Drake London, and Kyle Pitts.

With the Falcons facing QB uncertainties, the pressure is on Tua to perform. If he falters, the team may look to Michael Penix Jr., who is recovering from an ACL injury.

Additionally, the NFL has made significant changes to the Hall of Fame voting process following the snubbing of Bill Belichick, and Roger Goodell received a contract extension, ensuring his leadership through 2031.

As the season approaches, predictions and expert insights continue to shape expectations for teams and players alike.