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Could Aidan Hutchinson win DPOY in 2026-2027?

Will Hutch win DPOY this upcoming season?

By: Jake Rajala

The top NFL player from Michigan on defense had to be Charles Woodson in the early 21st century. After all, he is the only defender to win the Heisman winner.

A former Michigan defensive back came along in 2017 by the name of Jabril Peppers. The difference is that Peppers has 7 career interceptions and Woodson has had four seasons of at least 7 interceptions.

Woodson isn’t the last hope for elite NFL defenders from Michigan. Aidan Hutchinson has really dazzled in his young career thus far. He had 14.5 sacks last season! We all remember Ziggy Ansah. Well, Ziggy had 48 sacks as a Lion. The difference is that it took Ansah eight years and Hutch already has 43 career sacks in half as much time!

Hutch is a flat out bully. He reminds everyone of a former Lions DL by the name of Ndamukong Suh. “Hutch” has been infamous for getting roughing the QB calls. He had a roughing the QB called against his former QB, J.J. McCarthy. It was so weak, that it looked like special treatment that a different former Michigan Wolverine QB would get. Of course, I’m talking about Tom Brady.

With that said, a fascinating question surrounds the “Thor-like figure”: Can he win DPOY in 2026?

Well, he certainly plays the right position. 6 of the past 10 DPOY winners were defensive ends. The Motor City won’t lose its touch if he doesn’t win DPOY in 2026. After all, he is only 25 years old! If he wears red contacts like former Lions defensive end, Kyle Vanden Bosch, then he may step it up a notch and bring home the hardware sooner than expected.

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Is Shedeur Sanders overrated?

Is Sanders overrated right now?

By: Jake Rajala

Shedeur Sanders made the Pro Bowl a season ago. He unleashed more interceptions than touchdowns last season. Jameis Winston once threw 30 interceptions in a season. At least, he threw more touchdowns (33) than ints in the same season.

Not only did Shedeur get a seat in the Pro Bowl, but the Bengals QB2 Joe Flacco made the Pro Bowl! Perhaps you have to be bottom shelf QB on an AFC North team to get a ticket to the Pro Bowl.

I get that Shedeur can sell jerseys. That’s still not an excuse to have him bring down the ship. We all remember a former Browns QB that could sell jerseys, but struggle on the field. Of course, I’m talking about “Johnny Football”.

According to PFSN, the legendary running back LeSean McCoy believes that Sanders will be backing up Deshaun Watson in 2026. McCoy said, “I got a lot of sources and connections over there, players, you know what I’m saying. They say Deshaun Watson looks good over there .. and he’s going to start.”

Sanders was ranked as the 42nd QB (out of 43) QBs. They will likely not get an Otto Graham in their future, but it is clear that Sanders isn’t the answer right now.

Watson can take care of the football and be more consistent than Sanders right now. Let’s not forget that Watson played like a Top-5 QB in a season before. Watson is still only 30 years old. He’s a couple of years younger than Jacoby Brissett, who turned his career around at 32.

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Will Alvin Kamara return to stardom?

Will Kamara return to dazzle?

By: Jake Rajala

Alvin Kamara won offensive rookie of the year in 2017. He looked like the second coming of Reggie Bush. Flash forward to the Christmas game in December of 2020, he ran for six touchdowns. If Sean Payton had to save his life, he could have given Kamara a seventh rushing touchdown in the game.

As of late, Kamara looks like he lost a couple of steps. He has looked like an old Eddie Lacy or a young Trent Richardson. Believe it or not, Kamara unleashed 657 total yards last season. Perhaps Kamara forgot leave his Vegas incident behind him. Somebody should have told him what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas.

It may be that Kamara spent to much time hanging around Taysom Hill in the 2025 offseason. They both look like a shell of their once self. Let it be known that AK had the worst PFF grade among RBs in 2025.

We’ve all seen the news: Travis Etienne has arrived in NOLA. So, does this mean that Kamara should leave? After all, Kamara left Alabama when they had a crowded RB room. Hopefully, Kamara doesn’t turn into the disgruntled way that Adrian Peterson was with the Saints.

The Saints once traded Jimmy Graham and Darren Sproles. Mickey Loomis isn’t scared to think outside the box. It would make sense for the Saints to ship away Kamara for a mid-round pick. I wouldn’t be shocked if the Denver Broncos try to reel in Kamara.

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Will Cam Ward blossom?

Will Cam Ward shine in year two?

By: Jake Rajala

Cam Ward was selected by the Tennessee Titans first overall in 2025. There has been a revolving door of quarterbacks taken early by the Titans. Vince Young was taken third overall, Marcus Mariota was taken second overall, and Jake Locker was taken eighth overall by the Titans. Clearly, the Titans QB position has been cursed after Young was put on Madden.

The Titans finally started to build around their QB (Ward). They brought in Carnell Tate fourth overall. Let it be even known that Tate was picked higher than Julio Jones in his draft (as he was selected sixth overall. He comes from a college that produced Michael Thomas. All Tate needs to stand out is to play with a Hall of Fame QB (also known as Drew Brees). All jokes aside, Carnell should be quite polished.

Ward didn’t play like Warren Moon last season. He led his squad to a 4-13 record. Sure, Joe Flacco and Jacoby Brissett were less successful. Nonetheless, Ward has more tools than most QBs and it’s expected that he wins more than a few games.

The Titans also brought in Wan’Dale Robinson and Calvin Ridley. Robinson recorded 1k yards last season and nobody noticed. He was less popular than the Giants third string QB Russell Wilson. Ridley is 31 years old, so he should have a couple of seasons left in him. They just have to make sure that Ridley stays away from the casino.

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What is the best landing spot for Tyreek Hill?

Best spot for Tyreek Hill

By: Jake Rajala

Tyreek Hill is still a free agent after being cut by the Miami Dolphin. Hill could be faster than Usain Bolt, but that may not result in landing a talented team.

Let’s not forget he was voted as the best overall player not to long ago. Hill didn’t make it on the Madden cover, however. Yet, he still was cursed and took a step back after his most magical season.

Hill can help Patrick Mahomes convert a 3rd and very long in the Super Bowl. It wasn’t the “helmet catch”, but it was still clutch.

I’d love to see him reunite with the Chiefs. We all know K9 joined the Chiefs. With those three, they would have the best QB-RB-WR trio.

Xavier Worthy is arguably just as fast as Hill, but Worthy isn’t as polished as Hill. He loves to step out of bounds before making catches.

Travis Kelce will likely retire after this upcoming season. It would be quite an image to see Hill and Kelce ride off into the sunset together. Hill may not have A-list celebrity as a girlfriend, but he is dating someone well known. Hill is dating Keeta Vaccaro, who is the sister to former NFL stud Kenny Vaccaro.

If Hill doesn’t reunite with the Chiefs, I’d love to see him on a team like Buffalo, Eagles, or Rams. I foresee him signing a hefty three year deal, similar to Mike Evans inking a three year deal.

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Will the Steelers win the AFC North?

Who will win the AFC North?

By: Jake Rajala

It’s official: the four time MVP winner Aaron Rodgers has returned to the Pittsburgh Steelers on a one year deal. He must have been appealing given that “Big Ben” is a couple of years older. If the Steelers brought in a veteran QB that wasn’t Rodgers, their field may implode. Please watch “The Dark Knight Rises” if you don’t understand that pun.

This raises a pivotal question: are the Steelers AFC North favorites with this move? I really believe they are. 2020 was the last time that the Steelers won its division. This is also known as the time that President Joe Biden was president. Pittsburgh is a dominant blue state, so that prior statement may be music to liberals ears.

The Steelers play other “old” studs in the division. Derrick Henry is old for a running back (as he’s 32). Perhaps they can ride off into the nursing home in the near future.

It may not be sunshine and rainbows for the future of the Steelers DL. Cameron Heyward is 37 and T.J. Watt is 31 years old. Watt is coming off a season with 7 sacks, which was his second worse figure. T.J. may need to eat more at the holidays with his family (as J.J.) may hog all the food.

The Ravens have won the AFC North twice and the Bengals have won it twice since 2020. They simply have Top-5 QBs. The issue is that they need to stay healthy.

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Lions vs Patriots in Germany

Lions vs Patriots outlook

By: Jake Rajala

The reigning AFC Champions (who got some help with the Bo Nix injury) New England Patriots square off against a Detroit Lions squad that went on the golf course early last season. They will battle in Munich, Germany in Week 10. The Lions deserved to miss the playoffs, as J.J. McCarthy and the Vikings swept them. Yes, I’m talking about the same Vikings QB that threw less than half touchdowns (11) as the QB (Sam Darnold) that he replaced last season. Darnold threw 25 touchdowns last season.

It shouldn’t be too difficult for the Pats to tear down this wall the Lions defense. They finished 22nd in PPG allowed. They also finished 22nd in takeaways. Those are the two most vital categories. Sure, they had someone by the name of Aidan Hutchinson and he made the Lions a Top 5 defense in sacks. Nonetheless, this didn’t only stop the Vikings from sweeping them, but the Packers also had their way with them, as they swept the Lions. It almost look like Aaron Rodgers was back on the Packers, as he is 19-8 against them.

Beer is quite relevant in Germany. Sadly, beer doesn’t fit in well with the Lions or Patriots. Hopefully, the Buffalo Bills can play drink and break some tables in Germany in 2027.

Dan Campbell (Lions head coach) and Mike Vrabel (Patriots head coach) are two guys that look like they don’t skip chest day. They always have a lot of tenancity. They will have to energize their teams to be prepared physcially and mentally for the overseas game.

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49ers vs Vikings in Mexico City

49ers vs Vikings outlook

By: Jake Rajala

The San Francisco 49ers will take on the Minnesota Vikings in Week 11 in Mexico City. The city is otherwise known as the land of taxis (as it has 140,000 taxis). It’s also the most populated city in North America. To be fair, it’s also not the cleanest city. It makes San Francisco look spotless.

The Vikings have won the prior two games against the 49ers. In 2014, the Vikings QB was Sam Darnold. In 2023, the Vikings QB was none other than Captain Kirk Cousins. Clearly, Darnold is a 49ers killer, whether he’s with the Vikings or Seattle Seahawks. He holds the upper ground, as he’s 2-1 in a Hawks uniform against the 49ers last season. He holds a passer rating of 96.1 against the 49ers. He looks like Vikings legendary QB Fran Tarkenton against the 49ers.

Let it be known that Darnold was once on the dark side. He played with the 49ers in 2023.

It wasn’t a welcome home party for former 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh last season. The Vin Diesel-like figure didn’t have an answer for the creative Seahawks offense ran by Klint Kubiak.

The 49ers menace at QB was Brock Purdy in 2024 and 2023. He wasn’t able to succeed by “handing the ball off”. Those days may have worked with Jimmy G, but the 49ers aren’t well-rounded enough to make that happen now.

I hope the two squads don’t stay in a hostel in the city. However, it may be nice to dabble in the culture a little and get a sandwich for 50 cents.

I recommend learning some Spanish for Starbucks and McDonalds. This way you don’t have to use fingers to point to everything.

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49ers vs Rams: Week 1 in Australia

49ers vs Rams

By: Jake Rajala

Australia is known for a lot of interesting things. First off, they may have the sexiest accents. It sounds like Beethoven when the Australia native Hugh Jackson talks. They are also known to have kangaroos. These kangaroos look like an NFL linebacker. Sadly, they are often killed and eaten.

With that said, some may wonder why I brought up these remarks. Well, there will be a first ever NFL game in Australia in Week 1. It will be the 49ers against the Rams. These two teams are in the same division and they happen to be Super Bowl contenders. It’s like Apollo and Rocky.

Australia also happens to have the best Opera house in the world. I know that may sound like nails on the chalk board to someone like George Kittle or Nick Bosa.

It’s possible.

Heavy populated countries that haven’t hosted a football game can fall in love with the game. 14 million people are football fans in the UK, after its first game in 2007.

This game will take place in a cricket stadium. Of course, that sport is more delicate and it doesn’t come with CTE like football.

It would be fitting if AC/DC, which came from Sydney in 1973, did a half-time show. Perhaps Australia born country singer Keith Urban could kick off the game, too.

People in Australia like espressos as much as me and your average Finland native. Alcohol is also a big deal. It’s the most widely used drug. Don’t tell anyone that drinking is popular, as Matthew Stafford loves to chug beers, and have a good time.

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Should Von Miller return to Denver?

Will Miller return to Denver?

By: Jake Rajala

Von Miller, otherwise known as “Miller Time” is still a free agent. Let it be known that he’s 37 years old. It’s sad that Calais Campbell is 40 years old and he has already signed with a new team.

If the Broncos are going to target pass rushers over the age 35, they should target Sean Payton’s old friend on the Saints, Cameron Jordan. After all, Jordan has never been arrested (twice) like Miller.

Miller wasn’t quite well-rounded. He had a PFF grade of 64.4, which was 66th among edge defenders. The second best OLB on the Broncos had a PFF grade of 66.3.

The last time that Miller recorded double digit sacks was 2018. Hence, this was the same year that Black Panther showed up on the big screen.

The Broncos had the most sacks in the league last season. Miller could rotate in on third down, don’t get me wrong. Nonetheless, he isn’t going to be bullying opposing tackles or even tight ends at 245 pounds. That’s the same size as Colin Simmons, who is 20 years old, and he’s really still at the collegiate level.

In all seriousness, Miller will make the Hall of Fame in the end. He was MVP of the Super Bowl. After all, he played a Panthers QB (Cam Newton) that was scared to jump on the football. Of course, Newton wasn’t leaving it all out there for a Super Bowl ring and shot at getting a gold jacket.

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