5 NFL teams who could exceed expectations in the 2022-23 season
The 2021-22 NFL season went down as one of the most exciting in recent memory. Many teams exceeded fans' expectations with their performances during the campaign. For example, most fans expected the Cincinnati Bengals to finish last in the AFC North, but not only did they win their division, but they also went all the way to the Super Bowl.
Teams who had poor showings in 2021 will be hoping for a fairytale season like Cincinnati’s this year. While every team has a chance of improving from the previous year, not every team will actually do so.
With that said, here are five NFL teams who could overperform in 2022-23:
#1 New York Jets
Most fans across the NFL expect the New York Jets to be much better in 2022 than they were in 2021. Last year, with rookie Zach Wilson at quarterback, they could only muster four wins, finishing last in the AFC East.
However, Wilson, along with head coach Robert Saleh, are going into their second year and will have used 2021 as a steep learning curve. They also had one of the best drafts, picking up Sauce Gardner, Garrett Wilson and Jermaine Johnson in the first round. They will all likely be Day 1 starters. Additionally, they'll be able to rely on tight end C.J. Uzomah as well as edge rusher Carl Lawson.
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#2 Denver Broncos
The Denver Broncos are also tipped to improve in 2022, and that is mostly due to the trade that saw them acquire Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson during the offseason.
Wilson is an obvious upgrade from former Broncos starters Teddy Bridgewater and Drew Lock. He'll be aided by a stacked roster that includes wide receiver talent such as Courtland Sutton, Jerry Jeudy and Tim Patrick.
They also have dual-threat running backs in Javonte Williams and Melvin Gordon, as well as a solid defensive core. The roster might just be able to compete in a loaded AFC West, now that they have Wilson at quarterback.
Blockbuster: After weeks of negotiations, in one of the largest trades in NFL history, the Seattle Seahawks and Denver Broncos have agreed to terms for a deal involving Super-Bowl winning QB Russell Wilson, sources tell ESPN.
Trade is pending a physical and Wilson’s approval. https://t.co/oRFDV8Ehyx