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State of the 2021 Buffalo Bills: Josh Allen's team ready to take next step?

After coming so close to the Super Bowl last season, are the Bills poised to get back to the title game for the first time in nearly 30 years? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise heading into the 2021 NFL season.

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State of the 2021 Miami Dolphins: Will Tua Tagovailoa step up in Year 2?

Miami won 10 games in 2020, but missed the playoffs. Are the Tua Tagovailoa-led Dolphins ready to get over the hump in 2021? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise.

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State of the 2021 New England Patriots: Bounce-back year for Cam Newton and Co.?

After a flurry of offseason activity, are the Patriots ready to return to their winning ways? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise entering the 2021 campaign.

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State of the 2021 New York Jets: Robert Saleh, Zach Wilson bring fresh buzz

Are the Jets on the right track after hiring Robert Saleh and drafting Zach Wilson? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise heading into the 2021 NFL season.

Denver Broncos head och Vic Fangio takes part in a drill at an NFL organized training activity session at the team's headquarters Tuesday, June 1, 2021, in Englewood, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

State of the 2021 Denver Broncos: Pivotal season ahead for Vic Fangio

Vic Fangio's third year as Denver's head coach feels like a pivotal season. Will the Broncos again fall flat? Or will they get back to the playoffs for the first time since their run to the Super Bowl 50 title? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise.
Los Angeles Chargers free safety Derwin James (33) celebrates with defensive end Joey Bosa (99) during an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018, in Carson, Calif. The Chargers defeated the Cardinals, 45-10. (Ryan Kang via AP)

State of the 2021 Los Angeles Chargers: Can Brandon Staley lift talented roster into NFL playoffs?

Brandon Staley switched Los Angeles teams this offseason, taking over as head coach of the Chargers. Can his Bolts stay healthy enough to get back to the playoffs in 2021? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise.
Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden during an NFL football practice Tuesday, June 15, 2021, in Henderson, Nev. (AP Photo/John Locher)

State of the 2021 Las Vegas Raiders: Jon Gruden must make playoff push

The Raiders are still looking for their first playoff trip since Jon Gruden's return to the helm in 2018. Just how much does this season mean to the coach? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) and head coach Andy Reid bump fists after an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Monday, Sept. 28, 2020, in Baltimore. The Chiefs won 34-20. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)

State of the 2021 Kansas City Chiefs: Lombardi or bust for Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes and Co.

Are the Kansas City Chiefs poised to end a third straight season on Super Bowl Sunday? Will Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes hoist the Lombardi Trophy once again? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise.
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State of the 2021 Tennessee Titans: Will Julio Jones put this team over the top in the AFC?

Tennessee has emerged as a unique force to be reckoned under Mike Vrabel. Will the addition of Julio Jones put this team over the top in the AFC? Adam Rank explores the state of the Titans.
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) talks with head coach Urban Meyer during an NFL football rookie minicamp, Saturday, May 15, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

State of the 2021 Jacksonville Jaguars: Optimism reigns with arrivals of Trevor Lawrence, Urban Meyer

Will the Jaguars enjoy a quick turnaround under Urban Meyer with first overall pick Trevor Lawrence at the helm of the offense? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise heading into the 2021 NFL season.
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz (2) talks with head coach Frank Reich during NFL football practice, Thursday, May 20, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

State of the 2021 Indianapolis Colts: Success weighs on Carson Wentz's shoulders

Can Frank Reich help Carson Wentz regain his MVP-caliber form? And will the Colts find postseason success? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise ahead of the 2021 season.
Dec 14, 2020; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Ravens assistant coach David Culley during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports

State of the 2021 Houston Texans: Question marks abound as David Culley era begins

Adam Rank examines the state of the Texans entering the 2021 season and sees a lot of uncertainty for a team starting over under new head coach David Culley.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson works out during the team's NFL football training, Tuesday, June 15, 2021, in Owings Mills, Md. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

State of the 2021 Baltimore Ravens: It's time for Lamar Jackson and Co. to hit Super Bowl Sunday

The Lamar Jackson-led Ravens have been one of the NFL's most exciting teams of late. Is this the year when Baltimore returns to the Super Bowl? Adam Rank examines the state of the franchise.
Cincinnati Bengals Joe Burrow looks to pass during an NFL football camp practice in Cincinnati, Tuesday, May 25, 2021. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)

State of the 2021 Cincinnati Bengals: Is turnaround led by Joe Burrow imminent?

After adding more help for Joe Burrow in the offseason, are the Bengals on the verge of a breakthrough? Adam Rank examines the state of the franchise heading into the 2021 campaign.
General manager and executive vice president of football operations Andrew Berry, left, and head coach Kevin Stafanski watch during an NFL football rookie minicamp at the team's training camp facility, Friday, May 14, 2021, in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)

State of the 2021 Cleveland Browns: Can Kevin Stefanski keep good times rolling?

Andrew Berry and Kevin Stefanski have Cleveland positioned as a potential AFC heavyweight. Can the Browns live up to sky-high expectations? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise.
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State of the 2021 Pittsburgh Steelers: Does Ben Roethlisberger have one last Super Bowl run in him?

Could this be the final season of the Ben Roethlisberger era in Pittsburgh? Can the 39-year-old deliver the Steelers a seventh Super Bowl title? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise.
Los Angeles Rams' Matthew Stafford talks with head coach Sean McVay after an NFL football practice in Thousand Oaks, Calif., Thursday, May 27, 2021. (AP Photo/Kelvin Kuo)

State of the 2021 Los Angeles Rams: Sean McVay, Matthew Stafford should be eyeing Lombardi Trophy

Sean McVay and Co. welcomed Matthew Stafford to Los Angeles this offseason, leaving no room for excuses in 2021. Can the Rams get back to the Super Bowl? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise.
Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, right, talks to quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020 in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Seahawks defeated the Dolphins 31-23.(AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

State of the 2021 Seattle Seahawks: Will Russell Wilson drama remain in the rearview?

This offseason in Seattle began with serious drama on the Russell Wilson front, but the superstar quarterback says he's "ready to roll" with the Seahawks in 2021. Is this a temporary reconciliation? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise.
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) passes against the Los Angeles Rams during the second half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

State of the 2021 Arizona Cardinals: Kyler Murray and Co. must learn to close

Kyler Murray and the Cardinals started hot -- then fizzled down the stretch in 2020. Can they finish strong in 2021? Adam Rank explores the state of the Cardinals.
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan coaches from the sidelines during an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. The 49ers defeated the Cardinals, 28-25. (Ryan Kang via AP)

State of the 2021 San Francisco 49ers: Super Bowl or bust in Kyle Shanahan's fifth season

After an injury-riddled 2020 season, the San Francisco 49ers are back with a roster that appears loaded on paper. Can Kyle Shanahan get them back to the Super Bowl? Adam Rank examines the state of the franchise ahead of the 2021 campaign.
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) during the NFL football team's rookie minicamp Friday, May, 14, 2021, in Lake Forest Ill. (AP Photo/David Banks, Pool)

State of the 2021 Chicago Bears: Can Justin Fields halt the never-ending search for a quarterback?

Is Chicago's never-ending search for a quarterback ... over? Could Justin Fields truly be The Guy? And how does the rest of the roster look heading into the 2021 NFL season? Adam Rank explores the state of the Bears.
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State of the 2021 Detroit Lions: Dan Campbell era begins with promise after transformative offseason

It's been a transformative offseason in Detroit, with Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes taking the reins. How will this new era begin? Adam Rank addresses the state of the Lions ahead of the 2021 NFL season.
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State of the 2021 Green Bay Packers: Aaron Rodgers dilemma has franchise at a crossroads

Will Aaron Rodgers and the Packers put aside their differences and make another run at the Lombardi Trophy? Or will Jordan Love have to grow up quick? Adam Rank explores the state of the Green Bay franchise heading into the 2021 NFL season.
Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer walks on the field before an NFL divisional playoff football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

State of the 2021 Minnesota Vikings: Time for Mike Zimmer's crew to strike

Can Mike Zimmer and the Vikings push the Packers for the NFC North title, regardless of Aaron Rodgers' status? Adam Rank takes stock of where Minnesota stands heading toward the 2021 season.