# RESURGENCE: Detroit Lions & New Orleans Saints PRIMED to LEAD the Worst-to-First Charge | Any Other Teams?

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Published: 2026-08-24T10:34:03+00:00
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Which NFL teams are primed for a dramatic worst-to-first turnaround in 2026? Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down the most likely contenders, spotlighting the Detroit Lions’ explosive offense, the New Orleans Saints’ promising young core, and the New York Giants’ rebuilt secondary. How big of an impact will players like Tyler Shuck, Malik Nabers, and Alvin Kamara make, and does the Saints’ dynamic roster give them the edge in a wide-open NFC South? The duo evaluates division challenges across the league, from the daunting AFC North to the fiercely competitive NFC West, and debates the ceilings for underdog squads like the Tennessee Titans, Cleveland Browns, and Arizona Cardinals. With candid takes on coaching changes, quarterback battles, and potential roster glow-ups, the Draft Dudes outline the NFL’s most compelling turnaround scenarios—raising the stakes for every franchise eyeing a playoff resurgence.

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