NFL 2026 Predictions: Who will reach Super Bowl? Who will win NFL MVP?
BBC Sport explores who might emerge victorious in the upcoming NFL season.
Who will reach the Super Bowl?
- Rob Staton: I predict a repeat performance from the NFC with the Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks battling it out. My pick for the winner? The Rams. Only two teams have successfully repeated as Super Bowl champions since the turn of the century, making this an intriguing clash. I foresee them facing the Buffalo Bills.
- Hugh Ferris: The Buffalo Bills, despite some weaknesses, might finally make it to the big game under head coach Joe Brady. However, they may fall short, but it's them I'm backing to reach the Super Bowl.
- Haydn Parry: The Buffalo Bills have the talent, and Joe Brady's appointment as head coach could be the key. In the NFC, the Rams seem most likely to make a strong run.
- Joe Bradshaw: The Los Angeles Rams, with a strong roster and home-field advantage, are primed to repeat as Super Bowl champions. As for the AFC, it's time for Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen to shine and lead his team to victory.
- David Brindle: After a disappointing end to last season, the Denver Broncos will be motivated to go further, but it's hard to go against the consensus—the Rams are the strong contenders.
- Ben Collins: A bold prediction: the Los Angeles Chargers, playing at their own stadium, could surprise everyone, and Jared Goff leading the Detroit Lions to victory would be a fascinating left-field pick.
Who will be the NFL's MVP?
- Jahmyr Gibbs (Detroit Lions): With David Montgomery's departure, Gibbs is set for a bigger role, making him a strong candidate for the MVP.