Eight NFL Teams Take a Big Leap Before the 2026 Draft
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Sports Illustrated names the Saints, Bills, Panthers, Commanders, Steelers, Titans, 49ers and Raiders as the eight most improved teams after the first wave of free agency, crediting younger rosters, added playmakers and defensive upgrades as they head into the 2026 draft, while noting quarterback questions and the need for savvy spending moving forward.
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