BOLD SHOTS: 2026 NFC Predictions ANNOUNCED—Which Teams Will DELIVER NFL’s Biggest Surprises?

From Locked On NFL Scouting with the Draft Dudes - Daily podcast covering NFL and College Football scouting Locked On Podcast Network, Kyle Crabbs, Joe Marino

NFC contenders face bold predictions as Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs lay out daring bets for the 2026 NFL season. Could the Philadelphia Eagles collapse after their Week 10 bye and see Nick Sirianni's tenure end? Will Baker Mayfield go full gunslinger for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and lead the league in interceptions, while the New Orleans Saints surge from worst to first in the NFC South? The discussion spotlights eye-popping propositions, from Brock Purdy chasing 4,000 yards and 30 touchdowns for the San Francisco 49ers to Austin Booker vying for the Chicago Bears’ sack crown. Which teams are primed for record-breaking offense, defensive overhauls, or shocking playoff droughts? The hosts challenge each other's hot takes with stats-driven debate on breakout candidates like Sam LaPorta, Marvin Harrison Jr., and Christian McCaffrey aiming for the elite 1,000–1,000 club at age 30. Who will strike gold with their season forecasts?