Several NFC teams have a reason to feel optimistic this coming NFL season. Some of these teams fell just short of making the playoffs, while others fell just short in the playoffs.
Regardless, these are the most promising teams in the NFC that have a chance to make some noise in the upcoming season.
The Carolina Panthers came out of nowhere last year to not only win their division but also make the playoffs and almost knock off the Los Angeles Rams. We finally saw Bryce Young emerge as the leader of this team and look like the Bryce Young we saw at Alabama. The defense also stepped up at times, but it was the Panthers' offense that carried this team, and it would not be shocking if they win this division again and make some noise.
Now, I know people say this every year, but this really could be the year for the Cowboys. Jerry Jones has finally loosened the purse strings and gone after a few players in free agency and through trades. Jones came to his senses and realized the Cowboys will not win a Super Bowl with just a great offense. If they can stay healthy, the Cowboys may actually make a serious run this year.
The team that everyone needs to keep an eye on is the Chicago Bears. The Bears are a dangerous team behind Caleb Williams, and like Bryce Young, the former Heisman winner, he has finally proved that he is the real deal. The wild playoff run they had last year had everyone taking notice that you cannot sleep on these new Monsters of the Midway. They are in a tough division with some very good teams, but don't be surprised if they end up on top.