
Josh Fathollahi observes that while the 49ers have made the necessary roster moves heading into Year 3 under Kyle Shanahan, the team's eventual record likely rests on Jimmy Garoppolo.

Jim Coventry concludes his three-article series with defensive backs, and coming in at third in the rankings is Keanu Neal.

Peter Schoenke sifts through the first year of Kirk Cousins in Minnesota to see where it all went wrong.

Neil Parker inspects how the Rams have fared in the wake of a disappointing Super Bowl loss, with Todd Gurley's health hanging over it all.

Erik Siegrist dives into the Cowboys' standoff with Ezekiel Elliott and upcoming decisions with expiring contracts.

Jeff Erickson investigates the changing of the guard from Marvin Lewis to Zac Taylor in Cincinnati. However, A.J. Green's health is again a question mark.

Alex Rikleen devises a ranking system that gives a truer picture of a player's worth. Season totals say Derrick Henry was the 13th-best fantasy RB last season. He wasn't.

Dan Marcus notes what can be a recipe for success for the Titans, assuming Marcus Mariota can stay healthy.

Rick Kinigson contemplates how the Steelers will fare without superstars Antonio Brown and Le'Veon Bell.

Peter Schoenke analyzes the quick turnaround made by the Colts in 2018 with Andrew Luck back in the saddle, and how that success can be sustained.

Jim Coventry considers Mitchell Trubisky's development, backfield tinkering and the Bears' fearsome front seven.

Eric Caturia hones in on the effect of Kliff Kingsbury and Kyler Murray on the Cardinals' fortunes, both in the short and long term.

Sure, Philip Rivers is a very consistent passer, but the lack of rushing gains "is a real handicap", according to Liss. Joe counters with a more optimistic view.