Today’s NFL newsletter highlights the potential end of the league’s longest playoff droughts, with the Jets, Falcons, Panthers, Bears, Colts, and Saints all vying for postseason spots, especially the Falcons, Bears, and Colts, who are seen as top contenders due to recent improvements.

In addition to playoff race updates, the newsletter discusses NFL uniform rankings, with the Dolphins' 1972 throwback jersey named the best, followed by the Eagles' Kelly green and the Broncos' orange crush uniforms.

Other NFL news includes Patrick Mahomes seeking advice from Tom Brady, Kansas extending an offer to fund a new Chiefs stadium, the passing of former Cowboys tight end Pettis Norman, and Chase Claypool planning an NFL comeback.

Netflix’s 'Quarterback' season 2 has been released, offering behind-the-scenes insights into quarterbacks Joe Burrow, Kirk Cousins, and Jared Goff during their 2024 seasons, including Burrow’s experience with a home burglary and Cousins’ free agency decisions.

Rookie running back rankings for 2025 highlight Ashton Jeanty, TreVeyon Henderson, and R.J. Harvey as the most productive rookies, with detailed analysis of their skills and roles in their respective teams.

The newsletter also features a ranking of NFL uniforms, with the Dolphins’ 1972 throwback jersey rated the best among 21 uniforms, followed by the Eagles’ Kelly green and Broncos’ orange crush.

Asante Samuel Jr. remains a free agent after neck surgery, with potential landing spots including the Cardinals, Vikings, and Raiders, though he likely won’t join the Dolphins due to his father’s criticism of the franchise.