100 days to the 2026 NFL season: Predictions, injuries, more - ESPN

We know you're already looking forward to the 2026 NFL season — and it's getting closer and closer. As of June 1, there are officially 100 days until the season opener.

So we're using this opportunity to dig into 100 big things to know. We're hitting on 14 different categories to set up the regular season, which kicks off with a Super Bowl LX rematch on Sept. 9. We will tackle the latest intel, players who could have big years, teams trending up or down, injury updates, bold predictions and more.

Let's start with some offseason buzz as we head into minicamps. (All odds by DraftKings Sportsbook.)

Jump to a section:
Offseason buzz | MVP race | Bold predictions
Best bets | Position battles | Rookies
Key sophomores | Fantasy sleepers
Most improved teams | Least improved teams
Must-watch games | Stat numbers
Injury buzz | Final thoughts

National NFL reporters Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano have updates on offseason storylines that could have a big impact in September and beyond.

Veteran free agents to watch

Some big names are still out there looking for new homes. Will Joey Bosa team up with his brother, Nick, in San Francisco? Is Stefon Diggs going to land somewhere — Kansas City? Las Vegas? Washington? — that could still use a veteran WR? Could Jadeveon Clowney continue his quest to play for every team in the league before he's done? And do the Giants reunite with Odell Beckham Jr.? There's a lot still in play here. — Graziano

Lamar Jackson's contractual future

Baltimore wants to extend Jackson, a free agent in 2028. No major progress has been made yet, and some around the league wonder whether Jackson wants to wait until next offseason to up his value. The quarterback market could move during the 2027 offseason, with