It's never too early to kick off our 2025 NFL Power Rankings. After the Philadelphia Eagles beat the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, we are already looking ahead to next season.
Forget that free agency doesn't start for another month or that the NFL draft is more than two months away. Let's take a look at every team and preview what the offseason has in store.
In addition to our way-too-early rankings, our NFL Nation reporters offer up three words to describe this offseason for every team. Six teams have new head coaches (and New Orleans will soon be the seventh), other teams need to find a quarterback, and a few have several key free agents they must make a decision on.
Our power panel of more than 80 writers, editors and TV personalities evaluates how NFL teams stack up against one another, ranking them from 1 to 32.
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1. Kansas City Chiefs
2024 record: 15-2
Describe this offseason in three words: Draft must count
Yes, the Chiefs lost in Super Bowl LIX, but they still have a loaded roster. General manager Brett Veach said "our free agency will be our draft" in the offseason with regard to key player acquisition because of a tight salary cap situation and a long list of the Chiefs' own potential free agents that they would like to re-sign. Kansas City will have four picks in the first three rounds, having acquired an additional pick early in Round 3 by trading cornerback L'Jarius Sneed to the Titans last offseason. -- Adam Teicher
2. Buffalo Bills
2024 record: 13-4
Describe this offseason in three words: Add a difference-maker
Coach Sean McDermott said in his season-ending news conference that teams need two or three players on either side of the ball who are "difference-makers." He wasn't saying the Bills don't have those players, but there's no doubt that an infusion of top talent would help the Bills' goal of reaching the Super Bowl. The primary need for that appears to be on the defense, such as a pass rusher, but there are also needs at wide receiver and outside cornerback. -- Alaina Getzenberg
3. Detroit Lions
2024 record: 15-2
Describe this offseason in three words: Adjust and improve
In the aftermath of the loss to the Commanders, coach Dan Campbell's star-studded staff took a major hit and will have to adjust in a short window to compete for a Super Bowl. For offensive coordinator, the Lions brought back John Morton, who was the Broncos' passing game coordinator the previous two seasons. They also promoted linebackers coach Kelvin Sheppard to defensive coordinator.
Detroit still lost other key assistants, as former DC Aaron Glenn hired away passing game coordinator Tanner Engstrand to the Jets. And former OC Ben Johnson took receivers coach Antwaan Randle El and assistant QB coach J.T. Barrett to the Bears. -- Eric Woodyard
Dan Orlovsky joins "The Pat McAfee Show" to react to news of John Morton joining the Lions as their new offensive coordinator.
4. Philadelphia Eagles
2024 record: 14-3
Describe this offseason in three words: Continue hitting bull's-eye
General manager Howie Roseman has had a very good batting average in recent offseasons, as evidenced by the Eagles' Super Bowl-winning roster. The additions of running back Saquon Barkley and linebacker Zack Baun in free agency, as well as the drafting of cornerbacks Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean in 2024, speak to his hot hand. Roseman has a few key decisions in front of him, including whether to re-sign Baun to a lucrative contract. But the main goal is to continue the sound roster decisions, supporting the current nucleus and extending the team's title-contending window. -- Tim McManus
5. Baltimore Ravens
2024 record: 12-5
Describe this offseason in three words: Offensive line again
This offseason, two of Baltimore's top free agents represent the left side of its offensive line: tackle Ronnie Stanley and guard Patrick Mekari. But the Ravens are confident they can retool their blockers in front of quarterback Lamar Jackson and will do so by going younger. This past season, Baltimore replaced three starters on its line and finished No. 1 in offense. "We'll look at potentially bringing back our guys. We'll look at the draft. We'll look at free agency. We'll overturn every rock to find as many good offensive linemen as we can," general manager Eric DeCosta said. -- Jamison Hensley
6. Washington Commanders
2024 record: 12-5
Describe this offseason in three words: Keep on building
Washington nailed the 2024 offseason by hiring general manager Adam Peters, coach Dan Quinn and drafting quarterback Jayden Daniels. The foundation has been set for many years thanks to this trio. But the Commanders also can't ignore the work that needs to be done. Their 2024 success was unexpected and the roster still needs work for the team to become a consistent contender. They Commanders have around $80 million in cap space available and seven draft picks. They need to fortify both lines (the run game remains an issue on both sides of the ball), find another playmaker on offense and add another corner on defense. -- John Keim
7. Green Bay Packers
2024 record: 11-6
Describe this offseason in three words: Improve from within
The Packers aren't likely to go out and get a No. 1 receiver or acquire a star pass rusher, but they're not likely to lose much either. Their only free agents among 2024 starters are center Josh Myers and kicker Brandon McManus. So it will be up to coach Matt LaFleur and his staff to get players to make significant jumps during the offseason and into training camp. -- Rob Demovsky
8. Los Angeles Chargers
2024 record: 11-6
Describe this offseason in three words: Help Justin Herbert
Herbert had the worst game of his career in the Chargers' wild-card loss to the Texans, but coach Jim Harbaugh attributed Herbert's struggles to coaching and the team's offensive line. Houston pressured Herbert on half of his dropbacks, and wide receiver Ladd McConkey was the lone pass catcher with over 16 yards. Harbaugh's comments and the performance point to the Chargers looking to help Herbert this offseason. They are projected to have $63 million in salary cap space this offseason, which could lead to upgrades on the team's interior offensive line and receiving corps to help their star quarterback. -- Kris Rhim
9. Cincinnati Bengals
2024 record: 9-8
Describe this offseason in three words: Big contract extensions?
It's cut-and-dried for Cincinnati. The Bengals need to determine whether it's worth doling out major deals for two of their stars, wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase and defensive end Trey Hendrickson. On top of that, Cincinnati must find out if it can stomach a new contract for receiver Tee Higgins, who played 2024 on the franchise tag. The Bengals are projected to have $46.6 million in cap space, but they still need to figure out which veterans need to be replaced, a process that could also open up some cap room. -- Ben Baby
10. Minnesota Vikings
2024 record: 14-3
Describe this offseason in three words: Sign free agents
The Vikings' poor draft performance over the past few seasons has left them with few internal options as they evaluate a roster with nearly two dozen pending free agents. And with a projected four picks in the 2025 draft, general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah will dip heavily into the market to fill his roster. Some of the approach will depend on whether the Vikings spend the money to re-sign quarterback Sam Darnold or if they move forward with J.J. McCarthy. Regardless of their cap situation, the Vikings will need an influx of free agents. -- Kevin Seifert
11. Houston Texans
2024 record: 10-7
Describe this offseason in three words: Elevating C.J. Stroud
After throwing for 4,108 yards (eighth in the NFL) and 23 touchdowns (13th) in 2023, Stroud finished this season with 3,727 passing yards (15th) and 20 passing touchdowns (tied for 15th). This offseason is about putting him in a position to surpass his rookie totals. The Texans fired offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik and hired former Rams passing game coordinator and tight ends coach Nick Caley to get a system better suited for Stroud and others. The next step is fixing an offensive line that gave up 52 sacks on Stroud. -- DJ Bien-Aime
12. Los Angeles Rams
2024 record: 10-7
Describe this offseason in three words: Quick clarity needed
The Rams are coming off back-to-back playoff appearances, but their offense could look very different next season. After their playoff loss to the Eagles, quarterback Matthew Stafford said he would take time to figure out his NFL future. Stafford, 37, is one of two players whom general manager Les Snead called "weight-bearing walls" for this Rams team. The other is receiver Cooper Kupp, who said he planned to play next season but was informed "the team will be seeking a trade immediately." And while Sean McVay didn't offer a specific timeline for Stafford's decision, the head coach said he hopes to have clarity "sooner than later." -- Sarah Barshop
Dan Orlovsky, Dan Graziano and Louis Riddick discuss possible landing spots for Cooper Kupp after he confirmed on social media that the Rams are looking to trade him.
13. San Francisco 49ers
2024 record: 6-11
Describe this offseason in three words: Brock Purdy's payday
The 49ers have plenty of important business to handle, and they already started by bringing back defensive coordinator Robert Saleh. The rest of their decisions hinge on when and how much they pay Purdy, who is eligible for a contract extension for the first time. There's little doubt Purdy will cash in, but if that deal doesn't come together quickly, it complicates matters. The Niners have roughly two dozen players scheduled for free agency, and they need to spend resources to bolster both lines. Getting Purdy signed quickly would go a long way in setting the stage for an important offseason. -- Nick Wagoner
14. Denver Broncos
2024 record: 10-7
Describe this offseason in three words: Learn your lesson
Coach Sean Payton routinely fielded one of the oldest teams in the league with New Orleans, which led to a constant wrestle with dead money against the salary cap. In his two years with the Broncos, they have shown the same kick-the-can-down-the-road mentality with the cap. But on the field, their young, homegrown players have performed (four of the team's five All-Pros were their own draft picks). And with quarterback Bo Nix on a rookie deal, the Broncos have a window to keep building through drafts. Their dilemma is that short-term fixes are more likely to stress their cap flexibility and lead to long-term frustrations. -- Jeff Legwold
15. Seattle Seahawks
2024 record: 10-7
Describe this offseason in three words: Whom to pay?
Now that they've hired Klint Kubiak as offensive coordinator, the focus of the Seahawks' offseason will turn to their long list of contract questions. Fifteen of their starters are either pending free agents (Ernest Jones IV, Jarran Reed, Laken Tomlinson), veterans who will want new deals (Geno Smith, DK Metcalf), 2022 draft picks who are eligible for extensions (Charles Cross, Boye Mafe, Kenneth Walker III, Abraham Lucas, Coby Bryant, Riq Woolen) or highly paid players who could conceivably be cut (Dre'Mont Jones, Tyler Lockett, Uchenna Nwosu, Noah Fant).
Seattle is already roughly $31 million over the cap (per Roster Management System), so this offseason will bring more tough decisions than usual. -- Brady Henderson
16. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
2024 record: 10-7
Describe this offseason in three words: Improve the defense
With the offensive coordinator situation solidified (Josh Grizzard), the Bucs really need to shore up their defense. They've had only three double-digit sack edge rushers since 2005 and none since 2021. They also had only seven interceptions in 2024 after almost double that in 2024 (13). They gave up an average of 22.6 points in 2024, which is middle of the pack and not necessarily bad, but they're trying to go from playoff contender to Super Bowl winner. -- Jenna Laine
17. Pittsburgh Steelers
2024 record: 10-7
Describe this offseason in three words: Pick a quarterback
Yet again, the Steelers enter an offseason with uncertainty at the most important position. Team owner/president Art Rooney II said he prefers to sign either Justin Fields or Russell Wilson to a multiyear deal, but the team would also evaluate quarterbacks in the 2025 or 2026 draft. The QB decision will affect the rest of the roster construction. Can the team afford to pay a top-tier wide receiver? Will it use the first-round pick to bolster the defensive line? It all starts with the decision at quarterback. -- Brooke Pryor
18. Dallas Cowboys
2024 record: 7-10
Describe this offseason in three words: All about Jerry
Brian Schottenheimer is the seventh different coach hired by owner and general manager Jerry Jones since the Cowboys' last Super Bowl in 1996. It's time for Jerry and Stephen Jones to do more to support Schottenheimer with a roster that can contend for a Super Bowl, which means using free agency more than they have even if it's not via top-of-the-market signings. The disillusionment of Cowboys fans has never been higher, and Jerry has to do something to show he is committed to ending the 29-year drought as soon as possible. -- Todd Archer
19. Atlanta Falcons
2024 record: 8-9
Describe this offseason in three words: Fix the defense
That was the Falcons' mantra after signing quarterback Kirk Cousins last offseason. But they ended up drafting another quarterback, Michael Penix Jr., with the No. 8 pick, and he was the only rookie who had a major impact. Atlanta acquired edge rusher Matthew Judon and safety Justin Simmons, who are now free agents, but its defense was lackluster enough that it fired first-year coordinator Jimmy Lake. Defense must be the priority though free agency and the draft -- Atlanta has the 15th overall pick -- after it ranked 31st with 31 sacks in 2024. -- Marc Raimondi
20. Miami Dolphins
2024 record: 8-9
Describe this offseason in three words: Change the culture
After a disappointing 2024 season, multiple players and coach Mike McDaniel spoke to a teamwide need for accountability. McDaniel said several players were fined numerous times for being late to meetings, and he would have to find more effective punitive measures in the future. This is behavior unbecoming of a team with championship aspirations. As general manager Chris Grier constructs the 2025 roster, he must ensure the correct leaders are in place to foster a culture of accountability on a team that could make dramatic changes if it misses the playoffs for a second consecutive season. -- Marcel Louis-Jacques
21. Arizona Cardinals
2024 record: 8-9
Describe this offseason in three words: Plug the holes
The Cardinals saw last season that they're capable of putting together winning football and sustaining it, albeit for a short amount of time. The playoffs were within reach in November, but a late-season drop-off depleted those hopes. If they can plug the holes on offense and defense, starting with help on the edge rush, the postseason can be a legitimate possibility in 2025. In addition to another pass rusher, Arizona could use another receiving target, top-tier cornerback and more help on the defensive line. -- Josh Weinfuss
22. Chicago Bears
2024 record: 5-12
Describe this offseason in three words: Build the O-line
To create similar success to what he designed in Detroit, new Bears coach Ben Johnson said he'll "calibrate" an offense around quarterback Caleb Williams. That starts with adding offensive linemen to better protect Williams, who was sacked a league-high 68 times. Three of Chicago's primary starters -- Teven Jenkins, Coleman Shelton and Matt Pryor -- are free agents. With the No. 10 pick and a projected $74.8 million in cap space, adding up front is general manager Ryan Poles' top priority. -- Courtney Cronin
New Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson joins Stephen A. Smith on "First Take" to discuss how he plans to take the franchise forward.
23. Indianapolis Colts
2024 record: 8-9
Describe this offseason in three words: Change in philosophy?
The Colts, under general manager Chris Ballard, have adhered stringently to a philosophy of using free agency sparingly and relying almost exclusively on draft picks. But a possible overreliance on that approach has resulted in the Colts missing the playoffs in each of the past four seasons. Ballard has suggested he'll deviate from that approach this offseason, but it remains to be seen how aggressive Indianapolis will be in reshaping its roster. The hiring of veteran defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo, specifically, might require a few changes on defense. -- Stephen Holder
24. New England Patriots
2024 record: 4-13
Describe this offseason in three words: Vrabel's verified vision
First-year coach Mike Vrabel will be the primary decision-maker in building the team in his vision, as the Patriots targeted him to help spark a turnaround. The Patriots are coming off back-to-back 4-13 seasons under former head coaches Bill Belichick and Jerod Mayo. Vrabel said the presence of rookie Drake Maye, a "young dynamic quarterback," was one of the top reasons he was interested in the job, and now the goal is to put pieces around him. -- Mike Reiss
25. Carolina Panthers
2024 record: 5-12
Describe this offseason in three words: Stable but needy
For the first time in three years, the Panthers didn't make a change at head coach or general manager, which is key for a team that has been in constant turmoil. But there still are plenty of needs, from finding quarterback Bryce Young a dynamic receiver to upgrading a defense that finished last in total defense and run defense. The latter probably will be the highest priority. -- David Newton
26. Jacksonville Jaguars
2024 record: 4-13
Describe this offseason in three words: All about Trevor
Owner Shad Khan said his No. 1 priority in a head coach was a young, offense-minded coach who could get quarterback Trevor Lawrence to play consistently at a high level. He picked 39-year-old Liam Coen because of the Coen's work with Baker Mayfield, who set career highs in passing yards (4,500), touchdowns (41) and completion percentage (71.4%) with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. An under-the-radar issue for Lawrence was his poor play outside the pocket. Per ESPN Research, he completed only 4 of 20 passes and his 2.3 QBR on throws outside the pocket ranked last in 2024 (Mayfield was fifth at 80.2). -- Michael DiRocco
27. New Orleans Saints
2024 record: 5-12
Describe this offseason in three words: A big turnover
The Saints are poised to hire Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore, prompting the biggest turnover of their coaching staff since the Sean Payton era. They were the last team left standing in the coaching search with Moore and the Eagles in the Super Bowl. Many of the assistants, including offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, linebackers coach Michael Hodges and quarterbacks coach Andrew Janocko, have left for other jobs. The Saints coaching staff will look vastly different than it did a year ago. -- Katherine Terrell
28. Las Vegas Raiders
2024 record: 4-13
Describe this offseason in three words: Hitting reset ... again
The Raiders have a new coach in Pete Carroll and a new general manager in John Spytek, which means they have had a combined 12 coaches and GMs (counting interims) since announcing their move from Oakland to Las Vegas in 2017. Owner Mark Davis said his efforts to "build" hit a roadblock following the resignation of Jon Gruden in 2021. "I think we've got the infrastructure now in this organization to move into the future," Davis said. -- Paul Gutierrez
29. New York Jets
2024 record: 5-12
Describe this offseason in three words: Who replaces Rodgers?
The Jets' QB search will dominate the offseason storylines. The team is on the verge of parting ways with Aaron Rodgers, who reportedly was informed last week the Jets don't want him back in 2025. This doesn't come as a surprise, as new coach Aaron Glenn was likely to start fresh at quarterback. The question is, who replaces Rodgers? Holdover Tyrod Taylor is the early favorite, but there's a good chance they bring in a starting-caliber veteran. -- Rich Cimini
30. Cleveland Browns
2024 record: 3-14
Describe this offseason in three words: Quarterback or bust
The Browns have plenty of needs to address, but none more paramount than quarterback. With the all-in move for Deshaun Watson, who could sit out part of the 2025 season after reinjuring his Achilles, and only one other quarterback under contract (Dorian Thompson-Robinson), it's imperative they stabilize the position in the coming months. Cleveland holds the No. 2 pick in the draft, which could be used on one of the top prospects. It could also look toward a lackluster free agent class for a solution. -- Daniel Oyefusi
Adam Schefter joins "The Pat McAfee Show" to talk about Myles Garrett's stunning trade request from the Cleveland Browns.
31. New York Giants
2024 record: 3-14
Describe this offseason in three words: Get a quarterback
It's the Giants' No. 1 priority this offseason by a wide margin. They need to find a solution for both next season and the future. The draft, free agency, trade, everything is on the table, according to owner John Mara. Considering the plan all along was to get a quarterback in the draft if Daniel Jones didn't pan out, it's a good bet the Giants will land one of the draft's top options with the third overall pick. -- Jordan Raanan
32. Tennessee Titans
2024 record: 3-14
Describe this offseason in three words: Find a QB
The Titans took a swing on Will Levis as their franchise quarterback. It didn't work. Now they must turn to a free agent or use the No. 1 pick in the draft on one of the top QBs. They could pursue a hybrid approach by signing a bridge quarterback and drafting someone who could learn behind the veteran. But that situation requires a special player who will allow their eventual replacement to take over. New general manager Mike Borgonzi saw it play out successfully through the Chiefs' Alex Smith and Patrick Mahomes. Pulling off another successful quarterback selection process could restore the Titans to respectability. -- Turron Davenport