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State of the 2022 Buffalo Bills: Can Josh Allen and Co. push through to Super Bowl?

Josh Allen and Sean McDermott have lifted Buffalo to the upper echelon of the NFL. Now, it's Super Bowl or bust. Adam Rank explores the state of the 2022 Bills.

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State of the 2022 Miami Dolphins: Pressure on Tua Tagovailoa to prove he's QB of the future

With better weapons on the field and first-year head coach Mike McDaniel on the sideline, will Tua Tagovailoa prove he is Miami's quarterback of the future? Adam Rank checks in on the state of the Dolphins heading into the 2022 NFL season.

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State of the 2022 New England Patriots: Can Mac Jones, Bill Belichick get to playoffs again?

Mac Jones and Bill Belichick ended New England's brief playoff absence last season. Can the duo return to the postseason in 2022? Adam Rank digs into the state of the Patriots.

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State of the 2022 New York Jets: Robert Saleh, Zach Wilson hitting crucial Year 2 with offseason optimism

The 2021 season did not go as planned for rookie quarterback Zach Wilson and rookie head coach Robert Saleh. But on the heels of a sparkling offseason, is Gang Green poised to break through in 2022? Adam Rank explores the state of the New York Jets.

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson takes part in drills at the NFL football team's headquarters Monday, June 6, 2022, in Centennial, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

State of the 2022 Denver Broncos: Russell Wilson puts postseason in reach again

Denver last reached the playoffs in 2015 -- but returning to the postseason should be the floor with Russell Wilson in town. Adam Rank dives into the state of the 2022 Broncos.
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert participates in drills during an NFL football practice at the Chargers practice facility in Costa Mesa, Calif., Monday, May 23, 2022. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

State of the 2022 Los Angeles Chargers: Can Justin Herbert, Brandon Staley lead playoff push?

Justin Herbert and Brandon Staley barely missed the playoffs last season. Are they ready to break into the postseason this time around? Adam Rank checks in on the state of the Los Angeles Chargers.
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State of the 2022 Las Vegas Raiders: With Davante Adams aboard, can Derek Carr make MVP push?

With Davante Adams and Josh McDaniels in town, is Derek Carr ready to make an MVP push in Las Vegas? Adam Rank explores the state of the Raiders in 2022.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes watches a drill during the NFL football team's organized team activities Thursday, June 9, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

State of the 2022 Kansas City Chiefs: Even without Tyreek Hill, it's title or bust for Patrick Mahomes

How much does Tyreek Hill's move to Miami impact Kansas City's expectations in 2022? Not much at all! In this edition of State of the Franchise, Adam Rank says the Chiefs remain squarely in "title or bust" mode.
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State of the 2022 Tennessee Titans: A.J. Brown's gone, but don't overlook this Derrick Henry-led bunch

Tennessee's 2021 season came to a highly disappointing conclusion. Then A.J. Brown relocated to Philadelphia. Gloom and doom in Nashville? No chance! Adam Rank explains why you cannot overlook the Titans in this edition of his State of the Franchise series.
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State of the 2022 Jacksonville Jaguars: Doug Pederson era begins after transformative offseason

It's been a transformative offseason in Jacksonville. How will the Doug Pederson era begin? And can he develop Trevor Lawrence? Adam Rank checks in on the Jaguars ahead of the 2022 NFL season.
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State of the 2022 Indianapolis Colts: Pressure on Frank Reich, Matt Ryan to deliver deep playoff run

Will Matt Ryan get the Colts back to the playoffs -- and make a run -- after the team's disappointing finish to last season? Adam Rank checks in on the state of the win-now Colts heading into the 2022 season.
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State of the 2022 Houston Texans: Will Davis Mills prove he's the type of QB Lovie Smith can win with?

Is Davis Mills exactly the kind of quarterback who can win with Lovie Smith's approach? Adam Rank gets up to speed on the Houston Texans heading into the 2022 NFL season.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson takes part in drills at the NFL football team's practice facility, Tuesday, June 14, 2022, in Owings Mills, Md. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)

State of the 2022 Baltimore Ravens: Can Lamar Jackson spearhead a bounce-back campaign?

How will the Ravens respond to missing the playoffs for the first time since Lamar Jackson became the team's QB1? Adam Rank checks in on the state of the franchise heading into the 2022 season.
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) and wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) during the NFL Super Bowl 56 football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Feb. 13, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. The Rams defeated the Bengals, 23-20. (Ryan Kang via AP)

State of the 2022 Cincinnati Bengals: How will Joe Burrow and Co. follow up Super Bowl run?

Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase are coming off an astounding run to Super Bowl LVI. What do the Bengals have in store for a follow-up? Adam Rank takes stock of Cincinnati heading into the 2022 NFL season.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin watches the team warm up during an NFL football practice, Tuesday, May 31, 2022, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)

State of the 2022 Pittsburgh Steelers: Can Mike Tomlin avoid first losing season without Big Ben?

Mike Tomlin has never posted a losing season as Pittsburgh head coach. Can he keep the streak alive without Ben Roethlisberger? Adam Rank digs into the state of the Steelers heading into the 2022 NFL season.
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State of the 2022 Cleveland Browns: Beyond Deshaun Watson, core is loaded with talent

The acquisition of Deshaun Watson was a consequential move -- but the Browns' roster is anchored by plenty of talented players. Adam Rank catches up with Cleveland heading into the 2022 NFL season.
New Orleans Saints head coach Dennis Allen walks on the field during warmups at the start of an NFL football practice in Metairie, La., Thursday, June 2, 2022. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

State of the 2022 New Orleans Saints: Can Dennis Allen keep the good times rolling?

Dennis Allen stepped into the shoes of Sean Payton this offseason. Can the new head coach keep New Orleans on a winning path? Adam Rank checks in on the Saints heading into the 2022 NFL season.
Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule talks with quarterback Sam Darnold during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)

State of the 2022 Carolina Panthers: Time for Matt Rhule to make some real progress

After a pair of five-win seasons, Matt Rhule MUST produce results in Carolina. And will he finally get the most out of the quarterback position? Adam Rank checks in on the Panthers heading into the 2022 NFL season.
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State of the 2022 Atlanta Falcons: Marcus Mariota or Desmond Ridder the answer at quarterback?

Do the Falcons have their next long-term starter at quarterback after trading away Matt Ryan? Adam Rank checks in on the state of the franchise entering the 2022 NFL season.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws the ball during an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (Kevin Sabitus via AP)

State of the 2022 Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Tom Brady's return keeps Super Bowl well within reach

Tom Brady's decision not to retire after all means the stakes remain high for Tampa Bay. Adam Rank delves into the state of the Buccaneers heading into the 2022 NFL season.
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass at the NFL football team's practice facility in Lake Forest, Ill., Wednesday, May 17, 2022. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

State of the 2022 Chicago Bears: Justin Fields, new regime provide hope

Are people sleeping on the Bears' potential heading into Year 2 for quarterback Justin Fields? Adam Rank checks in on the state of the franchise entering the 2022 NFL season.
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell watches during an NFL football practice in Allen Park, Mich., Wednesday, June 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

State of the 2022 Detroit Lions: Will team break through in Year 2 under Dan Campbell?

Are the Lions set to break through after an encouraging finish to the 2021 campaign? Adam Rank explores the state of the Detroit franchise heading into the 2022 NFL season.
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) and wide receiver Davante Adams (17) walk off the field after an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Monday, Sept. 20, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski)

State of the 2022 Green Bay Packers: Aaron Rodgers and Co. still title contenders without Davante Adams

Aaron Rodgers is fresh off his second straight MVP season, but in the wake of Davante Adams' departure to Las Vegas, is Green Bay still a top contender? Adam Rank checks in on the state of the Packers in 2022.
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins passes during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Monday, Dec. 20, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

State of the 2022 Minnesota Vikings: Can Kevin O'Connell get more out of Kirk Cousins?

Will first-time head coach Kevin O'Connell coax better play out of veteran QB Kirk Cousins in Minnesota? Adam Rank checks in on the state of the Vikings in 2022.
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