2017 NFL preseason rankings: No. 11 New York Giants
During the second half of last season, the Giants defense surrendered an NFC-low 15.0 points per game and tied for third with 16 takeaways.
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2017 NFL preseason rankings: No. 12 Carolina Panthers
The Panthers look like a wild-card team at best.
2017 NFL preseason rankings: No. 13 Denver Broncos
Denver's defense gives them a shot. But Trevor Siemian at quarterback?
2017 NFL preseason rankings: No. 14 Miami Dolphins
The Dolphins won't compete with New England, but they have playoff talent.
2017 NFL preseason rankings: No. 15 Dallas Cowboys
In a highly competitive NFC East, the Cowboys are likely to slide in 2017.
2017 NFL preseason rankings: No. 16 Houston Texans
Will J.J. Watt returning to a stellar defense overcome quarterback and offensive line issues in Houston?
2017 NFL preseason rankings: No. 17 Indianapolis Colts
If the Colts have success this year, it will likely depend on their defense.
2017 NFL preseason rankings: No. 18 Philadelphia Eagles
Carson Wentz was one of the worst quarterbacks in the NFL for the majority of his rookie season.
2017 NFL preseason rankings: No. 19 Minnesota Vikings
Can Sam Bradford stay healthy and productive for another full season?
2017 NFL preseason rankings: No. 20 New Orleans Saints
Drew Brees has passed for 5,000-plus yards in five separate seasons.