In this edition of The First Read, Jeffri Chadiha surveys the entire 14-team playoff field, ranking them based on their likelihood to win Super Bowl LX. Plus, a final top-five ranking in the MVP race.

Pictured: Dylan Beavers (left) and Carter Jensen Illustration: Dan Goldfarb / The Athletic; Justine Willard, Randy Litzinger / Getty Images When I rank prospects every offseason here at The Athletic, ...

Even the most unexpected triumphs usually have a precursor. J.J. Spaun’s U.S. Open victory was one of the surprises of 2025, but the groundwork was already being laid at the Sony Open in Hawaii months ...