As the NFL season approaches, speculation and predictions about each team’s performance are in full swing. Many experts and fans eagerly analyze rosters, coaching changes, and offseason moves to make bold predictions about which teams will succeed and which will falter. However, most of these predictions are made closer to the September opener, when teams have finalized their rosters and have played a few preseason games. While these predictions may have some merit, I prefer to step out of the norm and make my predictions earlier in the offseason.
Some may wonder why I choose to make my predictions earlier when there is still so much uncertainty surrounding the upcoming season. The answer is simple: it allows for a more objective and unbiased analysis. When predictions are made closer to the season, there is a tendency to focus on recent events and hype. This can lead to overestimating the potential of certain teams and players, and underestimating others. By stepping out and making predictions earlier, I am able to take a step back and look at the bigger picture.
Another reason I prefer to make early predictions is that it allows for a deeper analysis of each team. I have more time to study each team’s offseason moves, coaching changes, and draft picks. I can also look at their schedules and assess their strengths and weaknesses. This gives me a clearer understanding of each team’s potential and helps me make more informed predictions.
Moreover, making early predictions also allows for a more accurate assessment of a team’s offseason progress. In the NFL, teams can make significant changes in a short period of time. Early predictions give me a chance to see how teams are developing and if they are meeting expectations. This is especially important for teams that have had a lackluster season in the previous year. By making early predictions, I can gauge if they are making the necessary improvements and if they have the potential to turn things around.
Of course, making predictions early in the offseason comes with some risks. One of the biggest risks is that a team’s performance can change drastically between the offseason and the regular season. Injuries, coaching changes, and other unforeseen circumstances can greatly impact a team’s success. However, I believe that these risks are worth taking for a more accurate and objective prediction.
In addition to being more objective and accurate, making early predictions also adds an element of excitement and anticipation to the offseason. It gives fans something to look forward to and engage in discussions and debates with fellow football enthusiasts. It also adds an extra layer of excitement to the regular season opener, as we get to see if our predictions were on point or completely off.
In conclusion, while most predictions on NFL teams’ regular season records are done closer to the September opener, I prefer to step out of the norm and make my predictions earlier in the offseason. This allows for a more objective and unbiased analysis, a deeper understanding of each team, and a more accurate assessment of their progress. While there are risks involved, the benefits of making early predictions far outweigh them. So let’s step out and make our predictions now, and see how they hold up when the season kicks off.
