NFL Teams That Missed Super Bowl 2026

The 2025 NFL season was marked by unexpected outcomes, with the Buffalo Bills and Philadelphia Eagles both underperforming despite high preseason expectations. The Bills lost a close overtime game against the Denver Broncos in the AFC Divisional Playoffs, leading to significant coaching changes, while the Eagles’ offense faltered, resulting in a playoff exit. Teams like the Ravens, Chiefs, Packers, and Lions also faced challenges that hindered their success. In a surprising turn, the previously underestimated Patriots and Seahawks both made it to the Super Bowl, defying their low preseason odds.

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