5 Bold NFL Predictions for the 2021 Season
As the NFL season approaches, here are four bold predictions for the 2021 season, backed by analysis and betting insights:
Washington Football Team Wins NFC East & Cowboys Make Playoffs
- Washington's defense projects to be the NFL's best unit
- Team adds veteran QB leadership and elite receiver speed
- Expect 11-12 wins (current win total is 8.5)
- Cowboys return explosive offense with healthy Dak Prescott
Eagles Finish With League's Worst Record
- New coaching staff showing questionable decision-making
- Limited faith in current QB situation
- Receiver corps dependent on rookies with health concerns
- Defense lacks elite speed
- Over-rotation of skill players remains problematic
Colts Clinch AFC South Early
- Strong roster construction and coaching staff
- Avoided major injuries in preseason
- Natural regression expected from Titans
- Team building and decision-making advantage over division
Bears Make Super Bowl (+3500)
- Strong defensive front seven
- Quality secondary with top-end talent
- Offensive weapons: Allen Robinson, Darnell Mooney, Cole Kmet
- Justin Fields provides explosive playmaking potential
- Offensive line should improve by season's end
- Defense-first approach could succeed with offensive development
Key betting insight: Review futures bets, win totals, and player props before the season to establish baseline expectations and identify value opportunities.
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