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​First Impressions: The Best and Worst From the NFL’s New Play-Callers

A bevy of new play-callers were hired in 2026. Some have found quick success, others have work to do.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 29

Kyler Murray–led Vikings Offense Is Ready to Roll, Plus Other Week 7 Storylines

Injuries have held Minnesota back. Plus, Lamar Jackson’s recovery from an ankle injury and Mike LaFleur’s Cardinals are making progress.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 22

NFL Week 6 Lessons: It’s Laughable to Say the Rams Were a Super Bowl Favorite

Gilberto Manzano has the answers to what’s wrong with both Los Angeles teams. Plus, J.J. McCarthy’s performance Sunday isn’t a good look for the Vikings.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 19

The Jim Harbaugh–Mike McDaniel–Justin Herbert Marriage Is a Failure So Far

The Chargers made big changes leading into 2026, but so far we’ve seen an endless loop of the same old team.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 27

Five Stats Behind the Chargers’ Shocking Offensive Woes to Start 2026

The Chargers are 0–2 for the first time under Jim Harbaugh, and the offense hasn’t been helping.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 25

NFL Panic Meter: Ranking Every 0–2 Team Based on Desperation

Only 11% of teams have made the playoffs after an 0-2 start.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 21

The NFL’s Latest Offensive Trend Was Hiding in Plain Sight As It Swept the League in Week 1

A simple formation that was routine before the 2010s is back en vogue. And with quarterbacks back under center, we saw record point totals.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 17

The Biggest Question for Every NFL Game In Week 2

What should teams be worried about heading into their second game of the season?

Sports Illustrated · Sep 17

Matt Verderame’s Notes: Five On-Field Storylines That Are Key in Week 2

Tyler Shough’s rise in New Orleans, the Vikings’ blitz-happy defense and the Chargers’ outside running woes are among this week’s top storylines.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 17

Week 1 Lessons: Bears Might Be Better Than Last Year

Chicago recorded 552 yards and 59 points in its opener. Plus, the Chargers are not worth the hype, and the Bills’ offense is better with Joe Brady as head coach.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 14