Last year's NFL preseason win projections were wildly inaccurate. Teams like the Eagles and Cowboys, initially predicted to have similar records, ended up with a seven-win difference. Similarly, the Buccaneers and Saints, and the Jets and Bills, showed significant discrepancies between projections and final results. The Browns had the worst record (3-14), while the Vikings surprisingly won 14 games. The 49ers' fall from Super Bowl contender to last place highlights the league's inherent unpredictability and parity.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.