Caleb Williams and Trevor Lawrence are both under pressure to exceed last season's performances. Williams, the No. 1 overall pick, struggled as a rookie but has a revamped Chicago Bears offense, featuring a strong offensive line and a promising tight end. Lawrence, meanwhile, must navigate high expectations after signing a lucrative extension, and he will benefit from a talented receiving corps as he aims to reclaim his previous form.

Other players looking to bounce back include Rhamondre Stevenson, Kyle Pitts, and Brandon Aiyuk. Stevenson aims to recover from a disappointing season plagued by fumbles, while Pitts struggles to meet the lofty expectations of a top-five draft pick. Aiyuk, after a stellar 2023 season, needs to prove he can maintain that success amid a tightening Super Bowl window for the San Francisco 49ers.