2026 NFL Season Predictions: Cowboys offense only 14th? Bears defense last?
Summary
Bill Barnwell and Dan Pazuda discuss the 2026 FTN Football Almanac, analyzing surprising projections for the Houston Texans, Detroit Lions, Arizona Cardinals, and Dallas Cowboys. They debate the sustainability of Houston’s defense and offense, express concern over Detroit’s secondary injuries, and argue that Arizona is not as bad as public perception suggests. The episode also covers optimism for the Cowboys’ offensive improvement and the projected rise of the Bills and Patriots defenses.
Topics discussed
Intro and guest introduction: Dan Orlovsky
The FTN Almanac release and surprising predictions
Houston Texans: Top 10 offense projection
Detroit Lions: Secondary concerns and schedule
Arizona Cardinals: Not historically bad
Dallas Cowboys: Offensive line and DVOA
Patriots and Bills: Defensive improvements
Chicago Bears: Worst defense projection
Player projections and closing thoughts
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