They might not use the word "rebuild," because doing so would create the perception that they don't believe they can compete right now.

But regardless of how they spin it, somewhere between five and 10 NFL franchises are typically in rebuilding mode.

Right now, I see six clear-cut rebuilds. This is how I rate those ongoing jobs as we prepare for the 2017 season.

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I didn't include the Tennessee Titans and Tampa Bay Buccaneers because they've already been rebuilt. Both have well-supported franchise quarterbacks and are coming off winning seasons, and both are expected to make playoff runs in 2017.