We know you're already looking forward to the 2026 NFL season -- and it's getting closer and closer. As of June 1, there are officially 100 days until the season opener.
So we're using this opportunity to dig into 100 big things to know. We're hitting on 14 different categories to set up the regular season, which kicks off with a Super Bowl LX rematch on Sept. 9. We will tackle the latest intel, players who could have big years, teams trending up or down, injury updates, bold predictions and more.
Let's start with some offseason buzz as we head into minicamps. (All odds by DraftKings Sportsbook.)
Jump to a section: Offseason buzz | MVP race | Bold predictions Best bets | Position battles | Rookies Key sophomores | Fantasy sleepers Most improved teams | Least improved teams Must-watch games | Stat numbers Injury buzz | Final thoughts
10 offseason nuggets
National NFL reporters Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano have updates on offseason storylines that could have a big impact in September and beyond.
Veteran free agents to watch
Some big names are still out there looking for new homes. Will Joey Bosa team up with his brother, Nick, in San Francisco? Is Stefon Diggs going to land somewhere -- Kansas City? Las Vegas? Washington? -- that could still use a veteran WR? Could Jadeveon Clowney continue his quest to play for every team in the league before he's done? And do the Giants reunite with Odell Beckham Jr.? There's a lot still in play here. -- Graziano
Lamar Jackson's contractual future
Baltimore wants to extend Jackson, a free agent in 2028. No major progress has been made yet, and some around the league wonder whether Jackson wants to wait until next offseason to up his value. The quarterback market could move during the 2027 offseason, with Drake Maye, Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels eligible for new deals. -- Fowler
A new defense in Buffalo
The focus tends to be on quarterback Josh Allen and the offense in Buffalo, but with former offensive coordinator Joe Brady assuming the head coach role, the bigger question is how the Bills will adjust to a new defense under new coordinator Jim Leonhard. Sean McDermott directed things on that side of the ball for the past nine years. -- Graziano
The George Pickens situation
Pickens signed his $27.3 million franchise tag, which the Cowboys are happy about. But he wants a long-term deal that Dallas won't give right now. Whether Pickens develops a reason to sit out during the offseason or regular season could be something to watch. -- Fowler