2024 NFL Midseason Report, As we reach the midpoint of the 2024 NFL season, the league landscape has shifted dramatically from preseason expectations. Several teams have emerged as legitimate Super Bowl threats, while former contenders now face difficult questions about their futures.
In this comprehensive 2,800-word midseason analysis, we examine:
✔ Biggest surprises and disappointments
✔ Updated Super Bowl contender tiers
✔ Midseason MVP and award favorites
✔ Teams that should sell at the trade deadline
✔ Second-half predictions for all 32 teams
1. Biggest Surprises of the First Half
1. Chicago Bears (6-2)
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Caleb Williams: 18 TD, 5 INT, 4 game-winning drives
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Defense forcing 2.3 turnovers per game
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Legitimate NFC North title threat
“We’re not surprised. We knew the work we put in.”
—Caleb Williams after Week 8 win
Bears turnaround story at NFL NewsZ
2. Denver Broncos (5-3)
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Bo Nix: 68% completion, 12 TD, 3 INT
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Sean Payton’s defense ranks top-5 in points allowed
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AFC West no longer Chiefs’ birthright
3. Houston Texans (6-2)
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C.J. Stroud: 9.1 YPA, 15 TD, 4 INT
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Stefon Diggs averaging 98 yards per game
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Defense allowing just 18.7 PPG
2. Most Disappointing Teams
1. New York Jets (2-6)
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Aaron Rodgers injury derailed season
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Zach Wilson: 5 TD, 9 INT in relief
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$200M defense underperforming
2. Dallas Cowboys (3-5)
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Dak Prescott: 12 turnovers already
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Run defense allowing 5.1 YPC
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Jerry Jones reportedly “furious”
3. Philadelphia Eagles (4-4)
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Jalen Hurts: 10 turnover-worthy plays
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Secondary allowing 72% completion
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Playoff streak in serious jeopardy
3. Updated Super Bowl Contender Tiers
Elite Favorites
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Baltimore Ravens (7-1)
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Kansas City Chiefs (6-2)
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San Francisco 49ers (6-2)
Dangerous Sleepers
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Chicago Bears
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Houston Texans
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Detroit Lions
Fading Hopes
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Buffalo Bills
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Philadelphia Eagles
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Miami Dolphins
Full contender analysis at NFL NewsZ
4. Midseason Award Favorites
| Award | Leader | Runner-Up |
|---|---|---|
| MVP | Lamar Jackson | C.J. Stroud |
| OPOY | Christian McCaffrey | Tyreek Hill |
| DPOY | Micah Parsons | Myles Garrett |
| OROY | Caleb Williams | Malik Nabers |
| DROY | Dallas Turner | Quinyon Mitchell |
5. Trade Deadline Targets (Teams That Should Sell)
1. New York Giants (2-6)
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Trade Chip: Darren Waller (TE)
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Target Return: 3rd-round pick
2. Las Vegas Raiders (3-5)
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Trade Chip: Maxx Crosby (DE)
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Target Return: 1st + 3rd round picks
3. New Orleans Saints (3-5)
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Trade Chip: Alvin Kamara (RB)
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Target Return: 4th-round pick
6. Second-Half Predictions
AFC Playoff Picture
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Ravens (13-4)
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Chiefs (12-5)
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Texans (11-6)
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Bills (10-7)
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Broncos (10-7)
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Browns (10-7)
NFC Playoff Picture
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49ers (13-4)
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Lions (12-5)
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Bears (11-6)
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Falcons (10-7)
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Packers (10-7)
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Rams (9-8)
7. Key Second-Half Storylines
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Aaron Rodgers’ potential December return 2024 NFL Midseason Report
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Chiefs’ pursuit of WR help at deadline
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Caleb Williams’ rookie record chase
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Lamar Jackson’s MVP repeat bid
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49ers’ revenge tour continues
Read More: NFL Trade Deadline 2024: Complete Guide to Rumors, Targets, and Blockbuster Deals
Final Verdict: Most Unpredictable Season in Years
The 2024 season has delivered:
✅ Rookie QBs altering divisions
Resurgent franchises rising
Traditional powers faltering
Key takeaways:
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AFC runs through Baltimore, not Kansas City
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NFC features unprecedented parity
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Bears/Texans/Broncos are legit contenders
For midseason grades visit NFL NewsZ
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