Above all else, parity makes the NFL one of the best sports leagues in the world. Every year, at least one team goes from worst to first in its division, exceeding expectations and pushing its way into the postseason.
With that parity comes surprising twists and turns throughout the campaign, making the art of predicting which teams and players will succeed on any given Sunday, let alone in a given season, all the more difficult.
The Game Day staff members (Frank Ammirante, John Arlia, Garrett Chorpenning, David Kaestle, and Rich Migliorisi) aren’t shying away from the challenge and have submitted their predictions for the Super Bowl winner, conference champions, and division winners. Plus, they make their calls on the players who will win MVP, Offensive Player of the Year (OPOY), Defensive Player of the Year (DPOY), Offensive Rookie of the Year (OROY), Defensive Rookie of the Year (DROY), Comeback Player of the Year, and Coach of the Year.
These awards and more are presented at the annual NFL Honors event. The date and time of next year’s event have yet to be announced, but based on past scheduling, the 14th Annual NFL Honors will take place on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025.
Below, our experts provide their predictions for the upcoming 2024 NFL season.
NFL Season Predictions 2024-25
| TGD | Super Bowl | AFC Winner | NFC Winner | AFCE Winner | AFCN Winner | AFCS Winner | AFCW Winner | NFCE Winner | NFCN Winner | NFCS Winner | NFCW Winner | MVP | OPOY | DPOY | OROY | DROY | Comeback | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frank Ammirante | Eagles | Jets | Eagles | Jets | Bengals | Texans | Chiefs | Eagles | Lions | Falcons | 49ers | C.J. Stroud | Bijan Robinson | Micah Parsons | Caleb Williams | Jared Verse | Aaron Rodgers | Jim Harbaugh |
| John Arlia | Chiefs | Chiefs | Lions | Jets | Bengals | Texans | Chiefs | Eagles | Lions | Falcons | 49ers | Joe Burrow | Ja'Marr Chase | Micah Parsons | Marvin Harrison Jr. | Jared Verse | Aaron Rodgers | Jim Harbaugh |
| Garrett Chorpenning | Chiefs | Chiefs | Cowboys | Bills | Steelers | Texans | Chiefs | Cowboys | Lions | Falcons | 49ers | C.J. Stroud | CeeDee Lamb | T.J. Watt | Caleb Williams | Terrion Arnold | Anthony Richardson | Raheem Morris |
| David Kaestle | Chiefs | Chiefs | Packers | Bills | Bengals | Texans | Chiefs | Eagles | Packers | Buccaneers | 49ers | Joe Burrow | Bijan Robinson | Aidan Hutchinson | Malik Nabers | Dallas Turner | Aaron Rodgers | DeMeco Ryans |
| Rich Migliorisi | Eagles | Bengals | Eagles | Jets | Bengals | Texans | Chiefs | Eagles | Lions | Saints | 49ers | Joe Burrow | Ja'Marr Chase | Micah Parsons | Marvin Harrison Jr. | Jared Verse | Aaron Rodgers | Zac Taylor |
The Kansas City Chiefs secured three of five votes to win Super Bowl 59, which would cement a historic three-peat. Ja’Marr Chase and Bijan Robinson were popular choices for Offensive Player of the Year, while Micah Parsons was the majority’s choice to win Defensive Player of the Year.
Regarding the league’s newcomers, opinion on the Offensive Rookie of the Year race was split between Caleb Williams, Marvin Harrison Jr., and Malik Nabers. We reached more of a consensus on Defensive Rookie of the Year, with Rams linebacker Jared Verse getting three nods for the honor.
AFC quarterbacks C.J. Stroud and Joe Burrow earned all the votes for NFL MVP, while Aaron Rodgers dominated the Comeback Player of the Year Award predictions.
There was little consensus for Coach of the Year, but Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh edged out a narrow lead by snagging two predictions in his return to the league.
Super Bowl 59 Winner Predictions
- Frank Ammirante: Philadelphia Eagles
- John Arlia: Kansas City Chiefs
- Garrett Chorpenning: Kansas City Chiefs
- David Kaestle: Kansas City Chiefs
- Rich Migliorisi: Philadelphia Eagles
Super Bowl 59 Winner: Kansas City Chiefs (+500)
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No NFL team has ever pulled off the three-peat, but it feels like the Chiefs have as good a chance as any to become the first. Patrick Mahomes and Co. looked vulnerable at times last season, but when it mattered most, they pulled through and delivered against the stiffest competition.
The Chiefs enter the year as favorites in the Super Bowl odds, and as long as Mahomes still has a handful of weapons around him, you can count on KC to be in the conversation. Having a stout defense helps, too. — GARRETT CHORPENNING
NFL Conference Winner Predictions 2024-2025
AFC Champion Predictions
- Frank Ammirante: New York Jets
- John Arlia: Kansas City Chiefs
- Garrett Chorpenning: Kansas City Chiefs
- David Kaestle: Kansas City Chiefs
- Rich Migliorisi: Cincinnati Bengals
AFC Winner: New York Jets (+1100)
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The Jets have an elite defense but have been held back by poor quarterback play and a porous offensive line. Aaron Rodgers’ return and the additions of Tyron Smith and Morgan Moses up front should address those issues.
Add in an easy schedule, and it’s wheels up for the Jets. — FRANK AMMIRANTE
NFC Champion Predictions
- Frank Ammirante: Philadelphia Eagles
- John Arlia: Detroit Lions
- Garrett Chorpenning: Dallas Cowboys
- David Kaestle: Green Bay Packers
- Rich Migliorisi: Philadelphia Eagles
NFC Winner: Philadelphia Eagles (+700)
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The Eagles stumbled toward the end of last season and Jalen Hurts seemingly took a step back, but if the offensive line can withstand the loss of Jason Kelce, this team is stacked with talent.
Despite sending Haason Reddick to the Jets, the defense has added some legit talent over the past couple of seasons, and I expect it to show out much more in 2024.
Every team has its questions and flaws, but Philly ranks third in the NFC championship odds and has all the makings of a Super Bowl contender. — RICH MIGLIORISI
NFL Division Winner Predictions 2024-2025
AFC East Winner Predictions
- Frank Ammirante: New York Jets
- John Arlia: New York Jets
- Garrett Chorpenning: Buffalo Bills
- David Kaestle: Buffalo Bills
- Rich Migliorisi: New York Jets
AFC East Winner: New York Jets (+180)
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The Jets’ last AFC East title came in 2002, so there’s reason for skepticism here.
However, New York has assembled one of the most talented rosters in the NFL and should improve significantly as long as Aaron Rodgers returns to form following his Achilles injury.
Plus, the defending division champion Bills have legitimate concerns at wide receiver, and Miami has had to retool its offensive line in front of injury-prone QB Tua Tagovailoa. — JOHN ARLIA
AFC North Winner Predictions
- Frank Ammirante: Cincinnati Bengals
- John Arlia: Cincinnati Bengals
- Garrett Chorpenning: Pittsburgh Steelers
- David Kaestle: Cincinnati Bengals
- Rich Migliorisi: Cincinnati Bengals
AFC North Winner: Cincinnati Bengals (+145)
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The Bengals may have lost Joe Mixon, but the more important Joe, quarterback Joe Burrow, is back, healthy, and poised for a Comeback Player of the Year award and another run at a Super Bowl.
With Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins forming one of the best wide receiver duos in the NFL, the Bengals have a great chance to reclaim the toughest division in football.
Deshaun Watson and the Browns haven’t been convincing, who knows what the Steelers will look like with Russell Wilson under center, and the Ravens haven’t been able to win this division against a healthy Burrow since he came into the league. — DAVID KAESTLE
AFC South Winner Predictions
- Frank Ammirante: Houston Texans
- John Arlia: Houston Texans
- Garrett Chorpenning: Houston Texans
- David Kaestle: Houston Texans
- Rich Migliorisi: Houston Texans
AFC South Winner: Houston Texans (+105)
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After C.J. Stroud took the NFL by storm as a rookie, the Texans decided to go all-in this offseason.
Houston became the first team in NFL history to add players who had recorded 10 sacks (Danielle Hunter), 1,000 rushing yards (Joe Mixon), and 100 receptions (Stefon Diggs) the previous season.
Unsurprisingly, DeMeco Ryans’ squad is favored to capture a second straight division title. — JOHN ARLIA
AFC West Winner Predictions
- Frank Ammirante: Kansas City Chiefs
- John Arlia: Kansas City Chiefs
- Garrett Chorpenning: Kansas City Chiefs
- David Kaestle: Kansas City Chiefs
- Rich Migliorisi: Kansas City Chiefs
AFC West Winner: Kansas City Chiefs (-230)
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The Chiefs have the best quarterback in the NFL in Patrick Mahomes, so taking them to win the AFC West is a no-brainer. The team significantly improved their receiving core this offseason, signing Marquise Brown and selecting Xavier Worthy in the first round.
We could see huge numbers from Mahomes. — FRANK AMMIRANTE
NFC East Winner Predictions
- Frank Ammirante: Philadelphia Eagles
- John Arlia: Philadelphia Eagles
- Garrett Chorpenning: Dallas Cowboys
- David Kaestle: Philadelphia Eagles
- Rich Migliorisi: Philadelphia Eagles
NFC East Winner: Philadelphia Eagles (-105)
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The NFC East has not had a repeat champion since 2003-04, when the Philadelphia Eagles won their third consecutive division title.
Neither the Giants nor the Commanders are seen as legitimate threats to compete for the NFC East crown this season, and Dallas won this division last year. Therefore, following the trend, it should be Philly’s division in 2024.
Even without that trend, Dallas got worse over the offseason, losing starting RB Tony Pollard, All-Pro tackle Tyron Smith, center Tyler Biadasz, and defensive linemen Johnathan Hankins and Dante Fowler Jr..
Plus, the Cowboys are dealing with contract disputes and distractions around their three best players: QB Dak Prescott, WR CeeDee Lamb, and linebacker Micah Parsons. If Philly doesn’t take hold of the NFC East in 2024, heads should roll. — DAVID KAESTLE
NFC North Winner Predictions
- Frank Ammirante: Detroit Lions
- John Arlia: Detroit Lions
- Garrett Chorpenning: Detroit Lions
- David Kaestle: Green Bay Packers
- Rich Migliorisi: Detroit Lions
NFC North Winner: Detroit Lions (+135)
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The Lions tied the 49ers and Cowboys for an NFC-best 12 wins in 2023, and despite improvements in Green Bay and Chicago, it feels like Detroit is just getting started.
This offense remains phenomenal, and I’m particularly excited to see what Jahmyr Gibbs accomplishes in Year 2. The 22-year-old back scored 11 touchdowns during the regular season — all of which came after Week 6. — GARRETT CHORPENNING
NFC South Winner Predictions
- Frank Ammirante: Atlanta Falcons
- John Arlia: Atlanta Falcons
- Garrett Chorpenning: Atlanta Falcons
- David Kaestle: Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Rich Migliorisi: New Orleans Saints
NFC South Winner: Atlanta Falcons (-120)
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The Falcons have been held back by erratic quarterback play and horrendous play-calling. Kirk Cousins replaces Desmond Ridder, so that’s a huge win, while Zac Robinson (formerly of the Rams) calls plays instead of Arthur Smith.
Look for Atlanta to finally properly utilize its talented young offensive players. — FRANK AMMIRANTE
NFC West Winner Predictions
- Frank Ammirante: San Francisco 49ers
- John Arlia: San Francisco 49ers
- Garrett Chorpenning: San Francisco 49ers
- David Kaestle: San Francisco 49ers
- Rich Migliorisi: San Francisco 49ers
NFC West Winner: San Francisco 49ers (-195)
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When it comes to the NFC West, there isn’t much standing in the way of the Niners and a division title.
And even if there was a legit threat in the West, the 49ers have the talent to go toe-to-toe with anyone in the NFL. — RICH MIGLIORISI
NFL Award Predictions 2025
NFL MVP Predictions
- Frank Ammirante: C.J. Stroud
- John Arlia: Joe Burrow
- Garrett Chorpenning: C.J. Stroud
- David Kaestle: Joe Burrow
- Rich Migliorisi: Joe Burrow
NFL MVP Winner: Joe Burrow, QB, Cincinnati Bengals (+900)
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Burrow has played two full seasons in his four-year career. In those two healthy campaigns, he has two division titles, a Comeback Player of the Year Award, a Super Bowl appearance, and a fourth-place finish in MVP voting.
After another injury plagued year in 2023, Burrow has plenty to prove. He enters the season fourth in the NFL MVP odds, behind Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes, who both have supporting cast questions, and sophomore sensation C.J. Stroud.
Since college, Burrow has been a guy you should never count out, and it feels like he’s in store for a huge year that reminds everyone just how good he can be. Winning the AFC North over 2024 NFL MVP Lamar Jackson will go a long way in helping him securing the nod. — DAVID KAESTLE
NFL Offensive Player of the Year Prediction
- Frank Ammirante: Bijan Robinson
- John Arlia: Ja’Marr Chase
- Garrett Chorpenning: CeeDee Lamb
- David Kaestle: Bijan Robinson
- Rich Migliorisi: Ja’Marr Chase
NFL OPOY Winner: CeeDee Lamb, WR, Dallas Cowboys (+900)
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Lamb finished third in Offensive Player of the Year voting in 2023, logging 135 receptions, 1,749 receiving yards, and 14 total touchdowns. His 14 rushing attempts were a career-high, and the pair of touchdowns they produced could signal additional usage in that role moving forward.
Getting Lamb more involved in the ground game — while maintaining his standing as one of the league’s premier deep-ball threats — could be key to unlocking his full offensive potential. With Dallas looking particularly thin at RB, this could be a massive year for Lamb. — GARRETT CHORPENNING
NFL Defensive Player of the Year Predictions
- Frank Ammirante: Micah Parsons
- John Arlia: Micah Parsons
- Garrett Chorpenning: T.J. Watt
- David Kaestle: Aidan Hutchinson
- Rich Migliorisi: Micah Parsons
NFL DPOY Winner: Micah Parsons, EDGE, Dallas Cowboys (+550)
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Parsons is the preseason favorite to win Defensive Player of the Year honors, and it feels like he has finally paid his dues.
Last year, the Cowboys’ standout linebacker finished third in DPOY voting behind Myles Garrett and T.J. Watt. In his previous two seasons, Parsons was the runner-up to Watt and Nick Bosa.
The 25-year-old is the best defensive player in the NFL never to have won this award, but that should change sooner rather than later. — JOHN ARLIA
NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Predictions
- Frank Ammirante: Caleb Williams
- John Arlia: Marvin Harrison Jr.
- Garrett Chorpenning: Caleb Williams
- David Kaestle: Malik Nabers
- Rich Migliorisi: Marvin Harrison Jr.
NFL OROY Winner: Caleb Williams, QB, Chicago Bears (+135)
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Williams is a sizable favorite to win Offensive Rookie of the Year, and rightfully so, in my eyes. It can be hard to be optimistic about the Bears, but the prospect of a Moore-Allen-Odunze receiving corps — with D’Andre Swift in the backfield — is intriguing.
It remains to be seen if Williams will produce at the pro level, but his college numbers are tantalizing (93 TD, 14 INT in 37 games), and Chicago has set him up for success. He’s got a chance to be special, and he can be a high-impact player as early as Week 1. — GARRETT CHORPENNING
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NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year Predictions
- Frank Ammirante: Jared Verse
- John Arlia: Jared Verse
- Garrett Chorpenning: Terrion Arnold
- David Kaestle: Dallas Turner
- Rich Migliorisi: Jared Verse
NFL DROY Winner: Jared Verse, LB, Los Angeles Rams (+1100)
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The Defensive Rookie of the Year race looks wide open, as there weren’t many consensus blue-chip prospects in what was a relatively weak draft class for defenders.
With that in mind, backing a guy with an opportunity to make an instant impact makes a lot of sense.
Rams rookie Jared Verse will be tasked with plugging some of the gaping void left by Aaron Donald’s retirement. If he can make an impact in the run game and rush the passer — he had nine sacks last year at FSU — he could build a strong narrative with the voters. — JOHN ARLIA
NFL Comeback Player of the Year Predictions
- Frank Ammirante: Aaron Rodgers
- John Arlia: Aaron Rodgers
- Garrett Chorpenning: Anthony Richardson
- David Kaestle: Aaron Rodgers
- Rich Migliorisi: Aaron Rodgers
NFL Comeback Player Winner: Aaron Rodgers, QB, New York Jets (+125)
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If healthy, this seems like a layup.
I don’t expect MVP numbers, but any reasonable bounceback that includes the Jets being a winning football team is going to snowball quickly to crown Rodgers as Comeback Player of the Year. — RICH MIGLIORISI
NFL Coach of the Year Predictions
- Frank Ammirante: Jim Harbaugh
- John Arlia: Jim Harbaugh
- Garrett Chorpenning: Raheem Morris
- David Kaestle: DeMeco Ryans
- Rich Migliorisi: Zac Taylor
NFL Coach of the Year Winner: Jim Harbaugh, Los Angeles Chargers (+950)
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Jim Harbaugh returns to the NFL to try to bring the Chargers back to the playoffs. Expectations are tempered considering Los Angeles’ lack of talent on offense surrounding Justin Herbert.
If Harbaugh can develop an efficient and more balanced offense, the Chargers could sneak in as a wild card, putting Harbaugh firmly in contention for this award. — FRANK AMMIRANTE
