In these NFL power rankings entering the 2026 season, their range is narrow: Third in the AFC South. 19th at best and 23rd at worst. Starters remaining healthy is mandatory for a chance to make the playoffs.

The Seahawks are being overshadowed by a rival in their own division. Plus, Conor’s actual Super Bowl pick clocks in at No. 3.

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) celebrates a touchdown against Washington Commanders scored by wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) during the first half at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md. on Sunday, November 9, 2025.

Plus, the Falcons have named their Week 1 starting quarterback

Despite that, folks in the media are still very confident in this unit to be able to produce and be one of the best in the NFL. NFL Media's Gennaro Filice ranked the top 10 defenses in the NFL heading into Week 1.

The 2026 NFL season is finally here. Week 1 begins tonight as the New England Patriots face the reigning Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks in a rematch of Super Bowl LX. Prior to Week 1, Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield made headlines by signing a three-year,