What happened: NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky revised his midseason projections, identifying the Jacksonville Jaguars and Pittsburgh Steelers as trending upward while lowering expectations for the Dallas Cowboys. The adjustments follow midseason evaluations across all three franchises.
Why it matters: Jacksonville gained momentum after a 33-10 victory at Baltimore, while Pittsburgh established a 6-2 mark heading into November. Dallas remains under close evaluation in the NFC playoff race despite securing a 27-23 road victory against Indianapolis.
What to watch: Jacksonville and Pittsburgh will look to maintain their divisional positioning, while Dallas aims to build consistency entering the second half of the season.