An annual set of preseason surprise predictions identifies one potential unexpected outcome for each of the 32 NFL teams ahead of the 2025 season. The concept accepts inherent unpredictability while using training-camp reporting to surface possible stat leaders, under-the-radar teams, award candidates, sleeper players and position groups that could over- or under-perform. Reactions will vary depending on how closely fans follow specific teams. The Dallas Cowboys currently face a stalled contract situation with edge rusher Micah Parsons, increasing the likelihood that Parsons might not play in the opener unless he agrees to the team's terms.
It's an odd concept, of course, because if we could predict these things then they shouldn't really be surprises. But the idea is to collect some of the information I've been gathering around the league throughout training camp and present a potential surprise that may or may not have been on your radar as a fan. We hit potential stat leaders, under-the-radar teams, award candidates, sleeper players to watch and position groups that might look better (or worse) than expected.
The Cowboys' season begins a week from Thursday in Philadelphia, and as the days dwindle, it looks less likely that Parsons will show up and play. Don't expect a last-minute Hail Mary like the deal Dallas did with QB Dak Prescott on the morning of last season's opener. Prescott was practicing, and the two sides had been talking. This thing seems a lot more frosty, and Jones appears dug in.
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