The NFL schedule was released on Thursday night, which means it is time to debate who is going undefeated en route to the Super Bowl, the next MVP, the next Sam Darnold, and more. Most importantly, however, it is time to look at who has an easy early schedule and might make a good off-season buy. Week 1: pic.twitter.com/esxr5oZ2BK — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 15, 2026 The early season schedule looks favorable for a few teams, including both in the Week 1 matchup between the Lions and Saints. Whose card value could benefit from an early schedule? We are looking for an easy early schedule, primetime games, and offseason upgrades. 1. New Orleans Saints QB Tyler Shough Tyler Shough 1/1 Kaboom | Card Ladder First Four Weeks: @DET, @BAL, LVR, ATL (on MNF) Why He's a Buy: Tyler Shough is coming off an interesting rookie season. Shough lost the preseason camp battle to Spencer Rattler, in what many called a non-competitive fight, before Rattler lost the job midway through the season.…