The 2025/26 NFL season kicks off this week with no shortage of intrigue-blockbuster trades, new quarterback eras, and familiar contenders all jostling for position in a league that feels as wide open as ever. We have you covered with our NFL season preview and best futures bets below.
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2025/26 NFL Season Preview & Betting Tips
NFC
Green Bay Packers
NFC Champion ($7.00) Super Bowl Champion ($13)
The Packers enter 2025/26 looking like legitimate NFC favorites after a bold offseason move: trading for Micah Parsons. Pairing the league’s most disruptive defensive player with Rashan Gary gives Green Bay a terrifying pass rush that can swing playoff games on its own. Add in a strong secondary, and suddenly the Packers’ defense isn’t just solid—it’s championship-caliber. That upgrade directly addresses their biggest weakness in recent years and gives them the kind of unit that can slow down the Eagles, Lions, or 49ers in January.
On offense, Jordan Love has proven he’s more than just Aaron Rodgers’ successor—he’s the franchise’s future. Surrounded by a young, explosive receiving corps and guided by Matt LaFleur’s steady hand, Love has the poise and firepower to win shootouts if needed. With continuity on offense and a game-breaking new weapon on defense, the Packers have the balance, upside, and star power to make a serious Super Bowl run.
Philadelphia Eagles
NFC Champion ($4.60) Super Bowl Champion ($8.00)
The Eagles still boast one of the deepest, most physical rosters in the NFL, built around an elite offensive line that gives Jalen Hurts time to dictate games. With A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith forming one of the league’s best receiving duos, plus a punishing run game, Philadelphia has the balance to adapt to any opponent. Hurts’ dual-threat ability remains a nightmare for defenses, and when the offense is rolling, few teams can match their scoring punch.
On defense, the Eagles doubled down on youth and speed, retooling their secondary while keeping a ferocious front anchored by Jalen Carter. That pass rush is capable of wrecking playoff games, and their physical identity still travels in January. Add in big-game experience from a roster that’s been deep in the postseason before, and Philadelphia has both the star power and the know-how to make another run at the Lombardi Trophy.
Packers OR Eagles to win NFC
$2.75
AFC
Buffalo Bills
AFC Champion ($4.40) Super Bowl Champion ($7.50)
The Bills remain firmly in the championship window thanks to Josh Allen, who continues to be one of the NFL’s most unstoppable forces. His ability to combine big-play passing with bruising runs gives Buffalo an offensive ceiling few teams can match, and the arrival of new weapons around him helps offset the loss of Stefon Diggs. With a retooled offensive line and a more balanced approach in the backfield, the Bills finally look capable of taking pressure off Allen and sustaining drives deep into January.
Defensively, Buffalo is still loaded with experience and playmakers. They lose Von Miller but add Joey Bosa, and the emergence of younger pass rushers keep the front seven dangerous. A healthy Tre’Davious White and versatile safeties give them the secondary depth to slow down the AFC’s elite quarterbacks. The Bills have knocked on the door for several years, if they stay healthy and Allen hits his postseason stride, there’s no reason they can’t finally break through and lift the Lombardi Trophy.
Baltimore Ravens
AFC Champion ($4.40) Super Bowl Champion ($7.50)
The Ravens enter the 2025/26 season with a roster built to win now, led by Lamar Jackson at the peak of his powers. Fresh off an MVP-caliber year, Jackson has fully mastered Todd Monken’s offense, blending his electric running ability with improved efficiency as a passer. Surrounded by a more dynamic receiving corps, a healthy Mark Andrews, and one of the league’s best offensive lines, Baltimore can control games on the ground or air it out when needed. That versatility makes them one of the toughest offenses to scheme against.
Defensively, the Ravens remain true to their identity: fast, physical, and opportunistic. Roquan Smith anchors a front seven that’s stout against the run and disruptive in passing situations, while Kyle Hamilton has emerged as a game-changing presence in the secondary. Add in the leadership of John Harbaugh, who consistently has this team prepared for the postseason, and Baltimore has the talent, coaching, and experience to finally get over the hump and bring another Lombardi back to Charm City.
Bills OR Ravens to win AFC
$2.20
Team Wins Over/Unders
Detroit Lions Over 9.5 Wins ($1.74)
The Lions won 15 games last year and return with the same recipe for success: a dominant offensive line, Jared Goff steering a balanced attack with Amon-Ra St. Brown and a strong backfield, plus a young defense led by Aidan Hutchinson that keeps improving. With Dan Campbell’s culture of toughness and belief firmly in place, Detroit is well positioned to hit 10+ wins again in 2025.
New Orleans Saints Under 4.5 Wins ($2.00)
The Saints look like a candidate for a rough season, with an aging roster, shaky offensive line, and no clear long-term answer at quarterback. The defense has lost some of its bite, and without consistent playmakers stepping up on offense, they could easily find themselves overmatched most weeks. In a tough NFC South, New Orleans may struggle to scrape together more than four wins.
New England Patriots Over 8.5 Wins ($2.00)
The Patriots have quietly built a roster that can grind out wins with a strong defense, a tough offensive line, and an improved running game. If their young quarterback play stabilizes and the new weapons on offense provide just enough spark, New England’s coaching and discipline can keep them competitive most weeks, giving them a real shot at reaching 9+ wins.
Kansas City Chiefs Under 11.5 Wins ($1.71)
The Chiefs could slip to 10 wins or fewer if their offensive line struggles to protect Patrick Mahomes and the receiving corps continues to lack a true, reliable No. 1 target. Even with Mahomes’ brilliance, inconsistent weapons around him and a defense that can be hot and cold may leave Kansas City vulnerable in a loaded AFC where every slip-up counts.
Player Props
Josh Allen MVP ($6.50)
Josh Allen has the perfect mix of stats and storyline to win MVP, he’s the centerpiece of Buffalo’s offense, capable of putting up huge passing numbers while adding game-breaking production on the ground. If the Bills finish near the top of the AFC and Allen keeps the turnovers down while piling up highlight-reel plays, his dual-threat dominance makes him a front-runner for the award.
Most Passing TDs - Joe Burrow ($5.25)
Most Passing YDs - Dak Prescott ($8.00)
Most Receiving TDs - Ja’Marr Chase ($7.00)
Most Receiving YDs - CeeDee Lamb ($16)
Most Rushing TDs - Derrick Henry ($5.75)
Most Rushing YDs - Bijan Robinson ($8.00)
