The Colts' hopes of competing in the AFC South may rest on the shoulders of Jonathan Taylor. We discuss whether Indianapolis can build its offence around its star running back, if Daniel Jones can recapture the form he showed before injury cut his season short, and what it will take for the Colts to make a genuine push in 2026.

The Titans begin a new chapter under Robert Saleh, with hopes that a fresh voice and a new culture can reignite the franchise. We discuss whether Tennessee, with Cam Ward under centre, has the talent to climb back into contention in the AFC South, and if Saleh can accelerate the rebuild sooner than many expect.

The Bears enter 2026 with renewed optimism as Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams look to build on a promising first season together. We discuss whether Chicago has finally found its long-term answers at head coach and quarterback, and whether improvements on defence can turn an exciting young team into a genuine contender in the NFC North.

The Packers enter 2026 with a dramatically reshaped roster and plenty of new faces needing to make an immediate impact. We discuss whether Green Bay has enough talent to challenge in a competitive NFC North, the importance of Micah Parsons' return from a serious knee injury, and whether Jordan Love can elevate his game when the offence needs him to carry a heavier workload.

After transforming the Lions into one of the NFL's elite teams, Dan Campbell now faces the biggest challenge of his tenure. We debate whether Detroit has already missed its championship window, or if the talent and culture they've built are strong enough to overcome setbacks and make another serious run at the Lombardi Trophy in 2026.

The Vikings enter 2026 with a talented roster but a defining question at quarterback. We debate the battle between JJ McCarthy and Kyler Murray, whether Minnesota can challenge for the NFC North if Murray wins the job, and if the organisation has put itself under pressure after letting Daniel Jones and Sam Darnold leave only to see them thrive elsewhere.

With a revamped offense and Aaron Rodgers reunited with Mike McCarthy, the Steelers are firmly in win-now mode. We debate whether Pittsburgh has finally assembled a roster capable of making one last championship run—and if they fall short, where the franchise turns next without a long-term answer at quarterback.

The Ravens have no shortage of talent, but can new head coach Jesse Minter mould their defence into one of the NFL's elite units? We examine what Baltimore needs to get the very best out of Lamar Jackson and whether young offensive coordinator Declan Doyle, fresh from working alongside Ben Johnson, can help take this team back into championship contention.

Joe Burrow has made no secret of his belief that the Bengals are ready to contend, but can Cincinnati finally turn potential into results? We discuss whether the defence has improved enough to complement one of the NFL's elite quarterbacks, or if the Bengals are still one key piece short of becoming a complete championship roster.

The Browns deserve credit for rebuilding their roster through smart drafting and trades, even after losing Myles Garrett. But with Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders battling for the starting job, we ask whether uncertainty at quarterback will undermine an otherwise promising team—and leave Cleveland with too much ground to make up in the AFC North.