As the NFL season edges closer, the endless flow of predictions from fans, analysts, and sports writers continues to ramp up with speculation ranging from Super Bowl favorites to potential breakout teams. The Buffalo Bills have consistently been at the center of these discussions due to their notable moves in the offseason and recent performances.
The Bills, under the leadership of quarterback Josh Allen, remain a focal point in Super Bowl conversations. Allen’s prime years add to the optimism around the team, despite some voices of doubt suggesting that Buffalo’s chance at a championship might be slipping away.
Enthusiasm for the Bills is particularly high among CBS Sports NFL writers, as evidenced by their recent predictions for the upcoming season. A panel consisting of six writers shared their insights, forecasting not only division winners but also wild card seedings and potential Super Bowl outcomes.
In these projections, four out of the six experts anticipate the Bills winning the AFC East. However, they are also expected to be a strong wild card contender, a scenario that wouldn’t grant them a home playoff game in the first round.
Among the CBS Sports writers, Will Brinson stands out with his bullish view on Buffalo’s prospects. Not only does Brinson predict a fifth consecutive AFC East title for the Bills, but he also sees them clinching their first-ever Super Bowl trophy by defeating the Los Angeles Rams—a team they’ll face in Week 14, hinting at a possible Super Bowl preview.
Brinson’s optimism isn’t an isolated case. Pete Prisco also predicts a Super Bowl appearance for the Bills, although he has them falling short against the Green Bay Packers, a scenario that could be difficult for the devoted Buffalo fans to digest, given their history of Super Bowl heartbreaks.
Despite the high expectations and the spotlight on their potential, the road to the Super Bowl remains formidable for the Bills. They may not resemble last year’s squad, but this could also mean they have fresh tactics and a rejuvenated roster ready to surprise opponents.
As the 2024 season looms, the narrative around the Buffalo Bills oscillates between caution and confidence. What remains clear is that with a talent like Josh Allen on board, and strategic enhancements from the offseason, the Bills cannot be underestimated in their quest for NFL supremacy.