Barnwell predicts the NFL playoff field: 14 teams that will make the postseason, plus a Super Bowl pick
Historical playoff retention averages imply only eight of the previous 14 playoff teams should be expected to return, guiding constrained 2025 playoff-team projections.
Who has a shot at the championship? Predictions for 2025-26 NBA conference and Finals winners
The Cleveland Cavaliers are the projected Eastern Conference champions, with the New York Knicks the primary challenger despite Cleveland's injury concerns.