NFL Super Bowl predictions: who are the favorites to win the Lombardi Trophy this season?

The Buffalo Bills are 6-1 and led by Josh Allen are in first place in the AFC East. They were Super Bowl favorites in the preseason and nothing has changed in that regard since. They acquired running back Nyheim Hines at the trade deadline to complement their already potent offense. Analysts and fans largely agree that they have the best roster in the NFL right now.

Many NFL experts believe Buffalo will win the Super Bowl this year. They also believe Josh Allen and head coach Sean McDermott will be recognized after having outstanding seasons.

Why are the Buffalo Bills predicted to be Super Bowl winners?

Green Bay Packers v Buffalo Bills

On Sunday night, the Buffalo Bills defeated the Green Bay Packers 27-17. It was a contest that wasn't as competitive as the scoreline implies. With a record of 6-1, their lone blip was a close road defeat to the Miami Dolphins. They have a point difference of +105, which is far and away the best in the NFL.

Quarterback Josh Allen commands the number-two offense in the NFL, behind the Kansas City Chiefs. Allen is a duel-threat quarterback who has shown he can prevail in the most crucial situations. The Bills have the top-ranked defensive unit in the NFL, which underlines their dominance.

Indeed, the Bills are the most probable team to win the Super Bowl based solely on projections. But there is still a lot of football to be played, and anything can happen.

Predicted challengers for the Super Bowl

Philadelphia Eagles v Houston Texans

Even though the Bills are the favorites, several other franchises could win the Lombardi Trophy this season. The Philadelphia Eagles are the only undefeated side in the NFL with a 8-0 record and the Kansas City Chiefs lead the AFC West at 5-2. They round out the top three favorites for the Super Bowl.

Following their rocky beginnings to the campaign, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Green Bay Packers have seen their odds decline. However, other teams, like the Minnesota Vikings, are rising due to their success thus far.

Buffalo Bills playoff history

Buffalo have historically had a tough time, but the oddsmakers believe their moment has come. The franchise has participated in four Super Bowls (1991, 1992, 1993 and 1994), but are yet to win.

The Bills missed the playoffs for a very long time, from 1999 to 2017. However, the tide has turned. Last season, Buffalo lost to the Kansas City Chiefs in the Divisional round.

The New York Jets will welcome the Bills in Week 9 and Buffalo are expected to win. This game will be crucial in the fight for the AFC East crown as the Jets currently hold the second spot. It will be interesting to see if Josh Allen can lead the franchise to Lombardi gold this season.