
Show Notes
Sheil and The Ringer’s own Diante Lee take an early look at the 2026-27 NFL season and tackle some of the biggest questions surrounding the current state of the most polarizing teams and players in the NFC.
(00:00) Around the NFC with 10 big questions!
(02:05) More likely: Seahawks back in the Super Bowl, or Cardinals get the no. 1 pick in 2027?
(09:37) Three coaches on the hot seat
(17:04) More likely: Giants win the NFC East, or Vikings win the NFC North?
(23:53) The Commanders' 2026 outlook
(31:13) Which three NFC playoff teams won’t be in it next season?
(40:29) Ranking the NFC South QBs
(57:49) Which non-playoff teams will be in the playoffs next season?
(01:00:48) Most likely outcome for the Rams in '26-27
(01:07:12) NFC QBs most likely to win MVP
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Host: Sheil Kapadia
Guest: Diante Lee
Producer: Chris Sutton
Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez
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