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The 2021 NFL season recently concluded, so it's time to start looking ahead to the 2022 season.
Many things will likely change during the offseason, but it's never too early to make some predictions. Here are five way too early bold predictions for the upcoming 2022 NFL season.
Bold predictions for the 2022 NFL season
#1 - Dallas Cowboys win Super Bowl LVII
The Dallas Cowboys were one of the most consistently solid teams throughout the 2021 season, recording a 12-5 record. They finished the year with the top-ranked offense and a defense greatly improved from the season before.
They are returning the majority of their key players and staff, so they can realistically improve even further next year.
#2 - Josh Allen will win the 2022 NFL MVP award
Josh Allen is one of the most dynamic players in football. He recorded 4,407 passing yards last season, the 8th most in the league. He also contributed 763 rushing yards, the third most among all quarterbacks.
The Buffalo Bills dual threat quarterback has a great chance of winning at least one NFL MVP in his career, with the first possibly coming next year.
Bold predictions prior to the 2022 NFL season
Here are five way too early predictions that could occur in the 2022 NFL season.
#3 - Derrick Henry rushes for 2,000 yards again
Derrick Henry eclipsed the 2,000 yard rushing mark in the 2020 season and was well on his way to doing it again in the 2021 season before suffering a foot injury.
Despite appearing in just eight games, he has recorded 937 rushing yards, the 9th most among all players. He will bounce back strong in the 2022 season as long as he remains healthy.
#4 - Doug Pederson wins the Coach of the Year award
The Jaguars' experiment with Urban Meyer as their head coach didn't work out at all, lasting less than one full season. They finished with a 3-14 record last year, the worst in the entire league.
Head coach Doug Pederson found a ton of success with the Philadelphia Eagles, where he won a Super Bowl with a back-up quarterback. He will come in and look to turn things around in Jacksonville while working closely with young quarterback Trevor Lawrence.
#5 - The Seattle Seahawks win the NFC West division
The loaded NFC West is one of the best overall divisions. Three of the four teams made the playoffs in the 2021 season, including the Super Bowl LVI champion Los Angeles Rams, with the Seahawks finishing in last place.
There are a ton of rumors that Russell Wilson could be seeking a trade this offseason. This prediction has him remaining with the Seahawks and turning in a huge season while helping the Seahawks go from last to first in the NFC West.
