The 2017 NFL season is finally upon us. Get ready with theScore's crash course.
Making Headlines
Get caught up on the offseason's predominant narratives:
- Cowboys facing possibility of major regression after Elliott suspension
- Is Beckham's wish to be NFL's highest-paid player realistic?
- Dolphins give Cutler a tailor-made opportunity to fix his reputation
- 0-16? Breaking down the Jets' chances in all 16 games
- Winston, Mariota are offseason's biggest winners
Power Rankings
See how theScore's NFL editors rank the league's 32 teams entering Week 1.
| RANK | TEAM |
|---|---|
| 1 | Patriots |
| 2 | Steelers |
| 3 | Falcons |
| 4-32 | See full list |
Super Bowl Picks
Getting Bold
Awards Predictions
Casting our votes for each of the league's major awards:
- Most Valuable Player
- Rookies of the Year
- Defensive Player of the Year
- Offensive Player of the Year
- Coach of the Year
Breakout or Fakeout?
These players elevated their games in 2016, but is their success sustainable? We debate:
- Can Matt Ryan repeat as MVP?
- Is Jay Ajayi the next superstar tailback?
- Can Terrelle Pryor be a high-end receiver?
- Is Landon Collins an elite defensive back?
- Were Vic Beasley's 15.5 sacks a fluke?
The Future of Football
The NFL is the most popular sports league in North America, but its long-term viability is under severe threat from several angles. It's not too late for the league to prevent its own demise, but there's no time to waste. The NFL will die if it doesn't:
