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NFL’s bad teams in 2021 have a shot in 2022: Who will go from worst to first?

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The sweetness in regards to the begin of the NFL common season is that each workforce has the identical file and the probabilities of a dream season are nonetheless on the desk.

The desires can flip into nightmares instantly. 

Those that had their hopes shattered final season want to flip it round and get again to the postseason.

The eight groups who completed final of their respective divisions final season had been the Baltimore Ravens, Carolina Panthers, Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions, Jacksonville Jaguars, New York Giants, New York Jets and Seattle Seahawks.

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Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) calls out a play throughout a recreation towards the Cleveland Browns Aug. 12, 2022, at TIAA Financial institution Area in Jacksonville, Fla.
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Geoff Clark, OutKick’s sports activities betting professional, advised Fox Information Digital he believed the Jaguars have the perfect shot at going from worst to first and successful the AFC South. The Jaguars are +750 to win the division, in line with FOX Guess.

“The obvious reply is the Jacksonville Jaguars. Trevor Lawrence is a stud, and his rookie season was a throwaway 12 months contemplating Jacksonville’s head teaching turmoil. The Jaguars employed a head coach with confirmed success and a Tremendous Bowl title in Doug Pederson,” Clark mentioned. 

“Additionally, Jacksonville’s entrance workplace acquired mad expertise to place round Lawrence, capitalizing on his rookie contract. To not point out 2021 first-round choice and Clemson teammate working again Travis Etienne must be wholesome coming into 2022.

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“The ultimate motive Jacksonville seems like a promising ‘worst-to-first’ contender is the AFC South: The Jaguars’ division is definitely the softest within the NFL. The Tennessee Titans might regress after successful a bunch of coin-flip contests in 2021 and parting methods with star broad receiver A.J. Brown this offseason. 

“The Indianapolis Colts have a brand new beginning quarterback for the fifth consecutive season and are not at all a lock for the division or AFC playoffs. And the Houston Texans are a dumpster hearth with one of many least gifted rosters within the league.”

Based on FOX Guess, the Ravens have the perfect shot at going from worst to first at +145. Baltimore completed 8-9 final season in a tightly packed AFC North.

If the workforce is more healthy than final 12 months, the Ravens may very well be a superb wager to win the division, Clark mentioned.

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Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens pitches the ball Dec. 5, 2021, at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh.

Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens pitches the ball Dec. 5, 2021, at Heinz Area in Pittsburgh.
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“I would not hate taking … the Baltimore Ravens to win the AFC North at +145 as a result of they will truly area an expert workforce this season,” Clark advised Fox Information Digital. “The Ravens had by far probably the most video games misplaced to damage and COVID in 2021. Baltimore began the 12 months 8-3, and Lamar Jackson was an MVP candidate as much as that time. However, Baltimore’s season successfully ended as soon as Lamar acquired injured in a Week 13 recreation versus the Cleveland Browns.

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“Nevertheless, the Ravens get again former All-Professional left deal with Ronnie Staley and chosen middle Tyler Linderbaum with the No. 25 total decide within the 2022 NFL Draft. So Baltimore’s offensive line must be a prime 10 unit and open up working lanes for Lamar and RB J.Okay. Dobbins. 

“Lastly, the Ravens misplaced two elite cornerbacks in 2021 — Marlon Humphrey and Marcus Peters — and added first-round security Kyle Hamilton to an already stacked secondary. Lamar wants higher broad receivers, however Baltimore’s run recreation will probably be sick, and the protection has a prime 5 ceiling.”

Learn beneath for the least more likely to more than likely to win their respective divisions.

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New York Jets

Joe Flacco (19) of the New York Jets in action against the Miami Dolphins at MetLife Stadium Nov. 21, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J.

Joe Flacco (19) of the New York Jets in motion towards the Miami Dolphins at MetLife Stadium Nov. 21, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J.
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Odds to win AFC East: +2000

2021 file: 4-13

Seattle Seahawks

Geno Smith (7) of the Seattle Seahawks in action during a preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium Aug. 13, 2022, in Pittsburgh.

Geno Smith (7) of the Seattle Seahawks in motion throughout a preseason recreation towards the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium Aug. 13, 2022, in Pittsburgh.
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Odds to win NFC West: +1400

2021 file: 7-10

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Carolina Panthers

Odds to win NFC South: +1000

2021 file: 5-12

Detroit Lions

Odds to win NFC North: +900

2021 file: 3-13-1

New York Giants

Saquon Barkley (26) of the New York Giants runs a route during a preseason game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium Aug. 11, 2022, in Foxborough, Mass.

Saquon Barkley (26) of the New York Giants runs a route throughout a preseason recreation towards the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium Aug. 11, 2022, in Foxborough, Mass.
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Odds to win NFC East: +800

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2021 file: 4-13

Jacksonville Jaguars

Odds to win AFC South: +750

2021 file: 3-14

Denver Broncos

Russell Wilson (3) of the Denver Broncos celebrates a touchdown by Kendall Hinton against the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter at Empower Field At Mile High Aug. 13, 2022, in Denver.

Russell Wilson (3) of the Denver Broncos celebrates a landing by Kendall Hinton towards the Dallas Cowboys through the second quarter at Empower Area At Mile Excessive Aug. 13, 2022, in Denver.
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Odds to win AFC West: +275

2021 file: 7-10

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Baltimore Ravens

Odds to win AFC North: +145

2021 file: 8-9

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NFL world rushes to defense of Teddy Bridgewater after star QB suspended from high school coaching job

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Teddy Bridgewater, a former NFL star quarterback who was coaching football at his high school alma mater, revealed on Sunday he was suspended weeks before the season begins.

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The discipline came as Bridgewater was accused of proving impermissible benefits to his players at Miami Northwestern Senior High School. The quarterback confirmed the suspension in a post on Facebook.

Detroit Lions quarterback Teddy Bridgewater runs off the field in 2023. (Junfu Han/USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)

“Damn people done caused all this confusion. Got a phone call tonight and it’s no real investigation going on.. I told you I have to be an employee to be investigated. Now the paperwork thing still stands but there was no investigation… We SELF REPORTED..” he wrote on social media.

“(Associate head coach Verne Louis) and his Admnistrative homeboys want me gone apparently and tried to hire one of my dawgs like bro wasn’t gone lace me up… The suspension came from MNW and it’s impossible to suspend someone who doesn’t work for you. So if im suspended from MNW im free to go to another school of my choice but IM NOT GOING ANYWHERE.

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“And if it comes down to it, I will volunteer from the bleachers like I used to in 2018 and 2019 when no one had a problem.

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Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (10) throws a pass during warmups before the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Ford Field on Oct 30, 2023. (Lon Horwedel/USA TODAY Sports)

“This my last post about this bs.”

Fox News Digital reached out to Miami Northwestern High School. The Florida High School Athletics Association told Rivals it was gathering more information about the suspension.

Earlier this month, Bridgewater wrote on Facebook that he covered all expenses last season from Uber rides to meals. He asked for monetary donations for his training camp on social media to help cover some of the expenses this time around.

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The NFL world came out in defense of Bridgewater.

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Miami Northwestern’s Teddy Bridgewater raises the state trophy following the team’s win over Raines in the Class 3A championship on Dec. 14, 2024. (Chet Peterman/Special to The Post/USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)

Bridgewater was a one-time Pro Bowler in 10 years in the NFL. After he coached the high school to a state title, he signed a deal with the Detroit Lions to finish out the season and back up Jared Goff.

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MLB Draft: Landon Hodge of Crespi goes to the White Sox in the fourth round

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Landon Hodge, the Mission League player of the year from Crespi, was selected with the first pick of the fourth round by the Chicago White Sox in Monday’s MLB amateur draft. The catcher is an LSU commit.

Day 2 involved rounds four through 20. Pitcher Riley Kelly from Tustin High and UC Irvine went to the Rockies with the 107th pick. Shortstop Colin Yeaman from Saugus and UC Irvine was a fourth-round pick (No. 124) of the Orioles. Pitcher Sean Youngerman, who attended Chaminade, Westmont College and Oklahoma State, went to the Phillies at No. 131.

Outfielder Josiah Hartshorn from Orange Lutheran went to the Cubs in the sixth round (No. 181). USC pitcher Caden Hunter was a sixth-round pick (No. 184) by the Orioles.

In the eighth round (No. 237), Tampa Bay took former Burroughs and Fresno State pitcher Aidan Cremarosa. Outfielder Nick Dumesnil from Huntington Beach and Cal Baptist went to the Tigers are No. 249.

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In the ninth round (No. 279), the Tigers selected pitcher Trevor Heishman, who helped St. John Bosco win the Southern Section Division 1 title.

In the 10th round, former Sierra Canyon and UC Irvine closer Max Martin win to the Royals at No. 308.

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President Donald Trump made an appearance at the Club World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Sunday – one year after an assassination attempt during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania.

Trump was on hand for the match between Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain. He was seen in a box high above the playing field. He was accompanied by his wife, first lady Melania Trump, and FIFA president Gianni Infantino and his wife Leena Al Ashqar.

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump attend the Club World Cup final soccer match at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, Sunday, July 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

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Trump and the FIFA executive have strengthened their relationship since he took office. He established the White House Task Force for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will take place in North America. He named Andrew Giuliani the executive director of the task force.

The president participated in the trophy presentation and handed out awards to the players and referees after Chelsea won the match, 3-0.

Expected to be one of the largest international sporting events, the World Cup’s host cities are anticipating nearly half a million visitors with a potential economic impact of up to $480 million that will benefit the tourism, hospitality and retail industries. 

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Fireworks are seen over Met Life Stadium before the Club World Cup final soccer match between Chelsea and PSG, Sunday, July 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

The international tournament, spanning North America, will begin in June 2026 and is the first World Cup in more than two decades to take place in multiple countries. The majority of games will take place in the U.S. in Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Houston, Dallas, Kansas City, Atlanta, Miami, Boston, Philadelphia and East Rutherford, New Jersey. 

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Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain are two of the top clubs in European soccer. Chelsea competes in the English Premier League in Britain while Paris Saint-Germain plays in Ligue 1 in France.

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President Donald Trump talks to first lady Melania Trump before the Club World Cup final soccer match between Chelsea and PSG, Sunday, July 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Chelsea defeated Fluminense 2-0 to earn the berth into the final. Paris Saint-Germain topped Real Madrid, 4-0.

Fox News’ Paulina Dedaj contributed to this report.

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