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Power rankings and record predictions

By Matt Verderame

Oct 26, 2015; Glendale, AZ, USA; Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (11) against the Baltimore Ravens at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 26, 2015; Glendale, AZ, USA; Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (11) against the Baltimore Ravens at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /
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6. Seattle Seahawks

Seattle is a Super Bowl contender once more, something it’s been since drafting Russell Wilson back in 2012. Wilson is perhaps the most underrated quarterback in football despite winning a Super Bowl and reaching another, and now has a bevy of weapons at his disposal.

The receivers in Seattle will lead the way with Marshawn Lynch retiring after the 2015 season. While Thomas Rawls is a good option, it will be up to Tyler Lockett, Doug Baldwin, and the re-signed Jermaine Kearse to keep the offense moving. Factor in the return of tight end Jimmy Graham, and we should see the transformation of this unit.

The only issue keeping the Seahawks from the top spot in these rankings is a brutal offensive line. Seattle allowed the sixth-most sacks with 46 last season, despite having a scrambling, mobile quarterback in Wilson. The line doesn’t look to be much better after the departures of Russell Okung and J.R. Sweezy.

If Seattle can figure out a way to improve or scheme around the line, it remains a threat to win its second Super Bowl in four seasons. With an elite defense, anything is possible in the Emerald City.

Record prediction: 11-5

Next: No. 5 Kansas City Chiefs