Deshaun Watson begins as a backup. He takes over the starting job. He puts up insane numbers—then tears an ACL. You think the Texans' QB—one of dozens of stars who missed major time in 2017—won't come back stronger? His past says to think again.

With days to go until kickoff, the year's first Power Rankings tried to block out the hype that has built over the last eight months.

Looking at the contract situations—and likely resolutions—of the four stars who still haven't reported to their teams

Lost in the frenzy surrounding true freshman Tua Tagovailoa in the aftermath of the national championship game was the true freshman who caught his title-clinching pass.

By adding Saquon Barkley to the mix and getting back a healthy Odell Beckham Jr., New York's offense will be difficult to stop, especially with new head coach Pat Shurmur calling the shots.

No NFL team has been responsible for more preseason betting action than the Browns.

The Saints were one all-time fluke play from having the opportunity to play for a Super Bowl appearance last season.