Super Bowl contenders: are the NFL’s unbeaten teams as perfect as they seem?

The Guardian Sport · 10/22/2026, 8:30:10 AM

The early standouts have emerged. But even the best teams have flaws that can be exposed by their opponents Who would have thought the 49ers would be here after a rough old offseason? Head coach Kyle Shanahan’s participation in training camp was limited due to a serious car crash , team owner Jed York’s visit to an Ohio trailer park did not end well , and one player after another endured serious injuries. Despite all this, San Francisco are full of positive vibes. They are top of a tough division and their immense defense, led by the intensity of players such as safety Malik Mustapha and Fred Warner, is complemented by an equally impressive offense. Continue reading...