2025 NFL Shockers: Who Will Dominate the Super Bowl, Snag MVP, and Top the Draft?

The countdown to the 2025 NFL season is officially on—and trust me, it’s packed with more heat than a fourth-quarter comeback . From deep dives by our savvy NFL scribes to the latest in fantasy football tactics and betting plays, we’ve got it all neatly wrapped up for you. Curious which squad will hoist the Lombardi trophy this year? Or which breakout star will snag that MVP title? Maybe you’re itching to know who might stumble and crash under the bright lights? Well, you’re in the right spot. Our handpicked lineup of NFL analysts—think seasoned reporters like Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein, plus fantasy guru Matt Harmon—is ready to peel back the layers on every storyline. Whether you’re here to scout your next fantasy pick or just soak up the pro-level intel, this preview is your go-to resource. Don’t just take my word for it—bookmark this piece and see who nails the predictions come February. Ready to get all the juicy details? LEARN MORE

The 2025 NFL season is almost here. We’ve loaded up with all sorts of preview content across our NFL writers, fantasy, betting and more. You can find it all in our guide.

But who will end up with the major hardware, from individual awards to the Lombardi trophy? Who will surprise us? And who is destined to disappoint?

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Yahoo Sports’ panel of Senior NFL Reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein; NFL writers Nate Tice, Charles McDonald and Frank Schwab; fantasy expert Matt Harmon; Inside Coverage host Andrew Siciliano; and national columnist Jay Busbee have their say below.

Pocket this for February to shower us with praise. Or good-natured disparagement.

Super Bowl champion | MVP | Coach of the Year | Offensive Player of the Year | Defensive Player of the Year | Offensive Rookie of the Year | Defensive Rookie of the Year | Biggest surprise | Biggest disappointment | Team that picks No. 1 overall

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Super Bowl champion

MVP

Coach of the Year

Offensive Player of the Year

Defensive Player of the Year

Offensive Rookie of the Year

Defensive Rookie of the Year

Biggest surprise

Biggest disappointment

Team that picks No. 1 overall