The start of training camp sparks hope for the fan bases of all 32 NFL teams, especially those who missed the playoffs the year prior. "I do believe, when Mahomes has protection and a semi-solid run game, he’s a playoff quarterback. Those additions, plus some potential luck, lead Cowherd to think that the Giants will make the postseason as a wild-card team. Detroit LionsThe Detroit Lions enter the 2026 season with one of the easiest schedules in the NFL. … They’re already good at running back, wide receiver, quarterback, O-line; they’ve shuffled in some players.