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With the Philadelphia Eagles’ 40-22 win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 59 on Sunday, the 2024 NFL season is officially over. Now it’s time to turn the page to 2025.
But before we even get to the draft and free agency, here’s a way-too-early look at where all 32 teams stack up entering next season. Regular-season unit rankings (by FTN Fantasy’s DVOA), notable pending unrestricted free agents and projected draft picks (via Tankathon) are included.
1. Philadelphia Eagles
How 2024 ended: 14-3, Super Bowl champion
Unit rankings: No. 13 offense, No. 1 defense
Notable free agents: LB Zack Baun, G Mekhi Becton, EDGE Josh Sweat, DT Milton Williams, EDGE Brandon Graham, RB Kenneth Gainwell
Draft picks: Nos. 32, 64, 96, 129, 162, 166, 169
The Eagles left little doubt that they’re the best team in the league with a dominant Super Bowl victory over the two-time defending champs. With Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley and A.J. Brown returning on offense and Vic Fangio remaining as defensive coordinator to lead a unit that just embarrassed Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid, there’s a good chance that Philadelphia hoists the Lombardi Trophy again next year. Baun, Becton, Sweat and Williams might have become too expensive to keep after their respective performances this season, but that shouldn’t be too much of a problem for a team that consistently finds talented players in the draft and free agency. This could be the beginning of a new dynasty.
2. Ravens
How 2024 ended: 12-5 regular season, AFC divisional round loss
Unit rankings: No. 1 offense, No. 6 defense
Notable free agents: LT Ronnie Stanley, OL Patrick Mekari, CB Brandon Stephens, FB Patrick Ricard, WR Nelson Agholor, CB Tre’Davious White, LB Malik Harrison
Draft picks (projected compensatory selections marked with *): Nos. 27, 59, 91, 128, 136*, 176*, 178*, 185, 205, 213*, 245
Maybe 2025 is finally the year that Lamar Jackson and company win that elusive title. With relatively few holes to fill on the roster, the return of running back Derrick Henry and the retention of coordinators Todd Monken and Zach Orr, the Ravens should once again be in Super Bowl contention behind their MVP-caliber quarterback. How aggressive they are this offseason when it comes to seeking upgrades (perhaps trading for a wide receiver like Cooper Kupp, Deebo Samuel or DK Metcalf or a pass rusher like Jadeveon Clowney) and retaining expensive veterans (such as cornerback Marlon Humphrey and tight end Mark Andrews) will ultimately determine Baltimore’s ceiling. But as long as the Ravens keep putting a solid roster around him, it seems like only a matter of time before Jackson gets over the hump in the postseason.
3. Kansas City Chiefs
How 2024 ended: 15-2, Super Bowl loss
Unit rankings: No. 8 offense, No. 12 defense
Notable free agents: G Trey Smith, S Justin Reid, LB Nick Bolton, WR Marquise Brown, WR DeAndre Hopkins, RB Kareem Hunt, WR JuJu Smith-Schuster, EDGE Charles Omenihu, DT Tershawn Wharton
Draft picks: Nos. 31, 63, 66, 95, 132, 256
With dreams of the NFL’s first three-peat crushed pretty much by halftime Sunday, the Chiefs will have a long offseason to stew over delivering their worst performance of the season at the worst possible time. With several key contributors entering free agency and tight end Travis Kelce undecided about returning, Kansas City’s roster could look much different next year. Mahomes and Reid will enter every season as championship contenders as long as they’re together, but this is the first time since a 31-9 loss to Tom Brady and the Buccaneers in Super Bowl 55 that the Chiefs face questions about how they’ll bounce back, especially on the offensive line.
4. Buffalo Bills
How 2024 ended: 13-4, AFC championship game loss
Unit rankings: No. 2 offense, No. 11 defense
Notable free agents: WR Amari Cooper, CB Rasul Douglas, S Damar Hamlin, DT Austin Johnson, WR Mack Hollins, FB Reggie Gilliam, RB Ty Johnson
Draft picks: Nos. 30, 56, 62, 108, 131, 171*, 175*, 179, 206, 208
What will the next iteration of the Bills look like after yet another playoff defeat against Kansas City? Von Miller could be a salary cap casualty after a relatively disappointing stint in Buffalo, opening the door for more pass rush help, while the search continues for another playmaker to complement reigning NFL Most Valuable Player Josh Allen and running back James Cook. It might be time for the Bills to make another big swing (Myles Garrett? Cooper Kupp? Deebo Samuel?) to try and vanquish the rival Chiefs.
5. Detroit Lions
How 2024 ended: 15-2, NFC divisional round loss
Unit rankings: No. 3 offense, No. 5 defense
Notable free agents: G Kevin Zeitler, CB Carlton Davis, EDGE Marcus Davenport, DT Levi Onwuzurike, WR Tim Patrick, OT Dan Skipper, CB Emmanuel Moseley, CB Ifeatu Melifonwu
Draft picks: Nos. 28, 60, 101*, 132, 198, 227, 230, 246
With the return of star pass rusher Aidan Hutchinson and better health next season, the young and talented Lions are expected to once again compete for a Super Bowl title. But after losing coordinators Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn to head coaching opportunities, it might be a bumpy ride. There’s also some added anxiety about whether quarterback Jared Goff is the long-term answer after a disappointing postseason performance. Keeping the team on track and in the hunt for the NFC’s top seed again will be coach Dan Campell’s toughest test yet.
6. San Francisco 49ers
How 2024 ended: 6-11
Unit rankings: No. 9 offense, No. 13 defense
Notable free agents: DT Javon Hargrave, CB Charvarius Ward, LB Dre Greenlaw, S Talanoa Hufanga, CB Isaac Yiadom
Draft picks: Nos. 11, 43, 75, 99*, 112, 138*, 139*, 189, 228, 232, 255*
Brock Purdy has cemented himself as the quarterback of the future. The only question is how much he’s worth. While an extension appears likely, the 49ers can wait another year if they want to make some win-now moves while Purdy is still cheap. Left tackle Trent Williams and tight end George Kittle aren’t getting any younger, but there’s still plenty of talent in the building led by a coach in Kyle Shanahan who has a proven track record of success. The return of Robert Saleh as defensive coordinator should help stabilize that unit, too.
7. Washington Commanders
How 2024 ended: 12-5, NFC championship game loss
Unit rankings: No. 6 offense, No. 23 defense
Notable free agents: LB Bobby Wagner, S Jeremy Chinn, TE Zach Ertz, CB Benjamin St-Juste, CB Noah Igbinoghene, EDGE Dante Fowler Jr., WR Olamide Zaccheaus, WR Dyami Brown, WR Noah Brown, EDGE Clelin Ferrell, P Tress Way, K Zane Gonzalez, QB Marcus Mariota
Draft picks: Nos. 29, 61, 79, 148, 207, 238, 249
Led by the selection of star quarterback Jayden Daniels and some shroud veteran signings, the Commanders have nailed the rebuild under coach Dan Quinn and general manager Adam Peters. But a lot of those veterans are hitting the open market again, creating some holes across the roster. Keeping offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury for another year should help Daniels thrive, though it’s clear that the Offensive Rookie of the Year needs some help along the offensive line and at wide receiver opposite Terry McLaurin. This offseason will be just as important as last year’s in shaping the direction of the franchise.
8. Green Bay Packers
How 2024 ended: 11-6, NFC wild-card round loss
Unit rankings: No. 4 offense, No. 7 defense
Notable free agents: C Josh Myers, RB A.J. Dillon, CB Eric Stokes, LB Isaiah McDuffie, LB Eric Wilson, K Brandon McManus
Draft picks: Nos. 23, 54, 87, 123, 160, 200, 239, 251*
The Packers have been consistently good under coach Matt LaFleur, who is still seeking a postseason breakthrough. GM Brian Gutekunst has put together some strong drafts over the years to fill out a talented young roster, but Green Bay has routinely failed to find a true difference-maker in the first round and will be without Christian Watson (torn ACL) for most of the season. Perhaps an aggressive trade (Garrett? Maxx Crosby?) or a splashy free agent signing (Tee Higgins? Chris Godwin?) could help the offense take the next step behind quarterback Jordan Love or help secure an impact pass rusher they’ve long been seeking.
9. Minnesota Vikings
How 2024 ended: 14-3, NFC wild-card round loss
Unit rankings: No. 15 offense, No. 2 defense
Notable free agents: QB Sam Darnold, LT Cam Robinson, CB Byron Murphy, S Cam Bynum, S Harrison Smith, CB Stephon Gilmore, RB Aaron Jones, QB Daniel Jones, G Dalton Risner, CB Shaquill Griffin, EDGE Patrick Jones II
Draft picks: Nos. 24, 97*, 140, 161
A dream season for quarterback Sam Darnold ended with two poor performances, perhaps signaling that the Vikings should pivot to 2024 first-round pick J.J. McCarthy. Whoever ends up under center will have a strong supporting cast, led by one of the top wide receiver duos in the league in Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison, and reigning Coach of the Year Kevin O’Connell. Brian Flores remains the defensive coordinator, which is crucial for a unit that faces a lot of turnover and could use an infusion of young talent.
10. Los Angeles Rams
How 2024 ended: 10-7, NFC divisional round loss
Unit rankings: No. 10 offense, No. 26 defense
Notable free agents: LT Alaric Jackson, WR Demarcus Robinson, LT Joseph Noteboom, EDGE Michael Hoecht, CB Ahkello Witherspoon, WR Tutu Atwell, DT Bobby Brown III, LB Christian Rozeboom
Draft picks: Nos. 26, 90, 100*, 126, 203, 204
All signs point to quarterback Matthew Stafford returning next season, but wide receiver Cooper Kupp is likely on his way out. That would put even more pressure on Puka Nacua to stay healthy after showing flashes of brilliance in his first two injury-hampered seasons. Chris Shula has helped build an ascending defense and a healthy Stafford with coach Sean McVay is always a threat, but the Rams have to once again thread the needle in the draft and free agency to keep this roster in Super Bowl contention.
11. Cincinnati Bengals
How 2024 ended: 9-8
Unit rankings: No. 5 offense, No. 27 defense
Notable free agents: WR Tee Higgins, DT B.J. Hill, CB Mike Hilton, RT Trent Brown, EDGE Joseph Ossai, LB Akeem Davis-Gaither, TE Mike Gesicki, RB Khalil Herbert
Draft picks: Nos. 17, 49, 81, 118, 154, 195
It can’t get any worse than last year, right? The Bengals are counting on new defensive coordinator Al Golden to help transform a unit that held back one of the best offenses in the league. But even the offense has question marks, most notably in the form of Tee Higgins’ looming free agency. While Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase are good enough to keep Cincinnati in the playoff hunt every year, there’s plenty of work to do this offseason and beyond to build a more complete team around them.
12. Denver Broncos
How 2024 ended: 10-7, AFC wild-card round loss
Unit rankings: No. 16 offense, No. 4 defense
Notable free agents: DT D.J. Jones, RB Javonte Williams, LB Cody Barton, CB Ja’Quan McMillian, LB Justin Strnad, FB Michael Burton
Draft picks: Nos. 20, 51, 85, 121, 193, 199, 209
Coach Sean Payton reminded everyone why the Broncos traded for him in the first place, helping quarterback Bo Nix put together a solid rookie season and pushing Denver back into the playoffs for the first time since they won the Super Bowl with Peyton Manning. The defense was perhaps even more impressive, with cornerback Pat Surtain II winning Defensive Player of the Year honors to anchor a unit that also led the league in sacks. It’s tough to compete with the Chiefs in the AFC West, but the Broncos’ outlook is bright.
13. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
How 2024 ended: 10-7, NFC wild-card round loss
Unit rankings: No. 7 offense, No. 16 defense
Notable free agents: WR Chris Godwin, LB Lavonte David, EDGE Joe Tryon-Shoyinka, EDGE Anthony Nelson, DT Greg Gaines, G Ben Bredeson, LB K.J. Britt, WR Sterling Shepard
Draft picks: Nos. 19, 53, 84, 120, 158, 237
14. Houston Texans
How 2024 ended: 10-7, AFC divisional round loss
Unit rankings: No. 26 offense, No. 3 defense
Notable free agents: WR Stefon Diggs, WR Robert Woods, DT Folorunso Fatukasi, S Eric Murray, G Kendrick Green
Draft picks: Nos. 25, 58, 89, 127, 167, 243
15. Los Angeles Chargers
How 2024 ended: 11-6, AFC wild-card round loss
Unit rankings: No. 12 offense, No. 9 defense
Notable free agents: EDGE Khalil Mack, CB Asante Samuel Jr., RB J.K. Dobbins, DT Morgan Fox, CB Kristian Fulton, C Bradley Bozeman, CB Elijah Molden, WR Josh Palmer, DT Poona Ford, LB Denzel Perryman, DT Teair Tart
Draft picks: Nos. 22, 55, 86, 124, 159, 177*, 183, 201, 215*, 220, 253*
16. Seattle Seahawks
How 2024 ended: 10-7
Unit rankings: No. 18 offense, No. 10 defense
Notable free agents: LB Ernest Jones, DT Jarran Reed, G Laken Tomlinson, CB Josh Jobe, DT Johnathan Hankins
Draft picks: Nos. 18, 50, 82, 137*, 173*, 187, 212*, 236
17. Pittsburgh Steelers
How 2024 ended: 10-7, AFC wild-card round loss
Unit rankings: No. 19 offense, No. 8 defense
Notable free agents: QB Russell Wilson, QB Justin Fields, RB Najee Harris, LT Dan Moore Jr., CB Donte Jackson, LB Elandon Roberts
Draft picks: Nos. 21, 52, 83, 122, 163, 225, 231, 247
18. Arizona Cardinals
How 2024 ended: 8-9
Unit rankings: No. 11 offense, No. 14 defense
Notable free agents: LB Kyzir White, C Evan Brown, RT Kelvin Beachum, EDGE L.J. Collier, EDGE Baron Browning, WR Zay Jones, K Matt Prater, DT Roy Lopez
Draft picks: Nos. 16, 47, 78, 114, 153
19. Dallas Cowboys
How 2024 ended: 7-10
Unit rankings: No. 25 offense, No. 24 defense
Notable free agents: G Zack Martin, EDGE Demarcus Lawrence, LB Eric Kendricks, WR Brandin Cooks, CB Jourdan Lewis, DT Osa Odighizuwa, RB Rico Dowdle
Draft picks: Nos. 12, 44, 76, 150, 170*, 172*, 174*, 190, 211*, 250
20. Chicago Bears
How 2024 ended: 5-12
Unit rankings: No. 27 offense, No. 22 defense
Notable free agents: WR Keenan Allen, G Teven Jenkins, C Coleman Shelton, G Matt Pryor, EDGE Darrell Taylor
Draft picks: Nos. 10, 39, 41, 72, 149, 197, 235, 242
21. Miami Dolphins
How 2024 ended: 8-9
Unit rankings: No. 22 offense, No. 19 defense
Notable free agents: S Jevon Holland, DT Calais Campbell, LB Tyrel Dodson, DE Emmanuel Ogbah, G Robert Jones, C Liam Eichenberg, S Jordan Poyer
Draft picks: Nos. 13, 48, 98*, 115, 135*, 151, 156, 226, 233, 252*
22. Jacksonville Jaguars
How 2024 ended: 4-13
Unit rankings: No. 17 offense, No. 31 defense
Notable free agents: S Andre Cisco, G Brandon Scherff, QB Mac Jones
Draft picks: Nos. 5, 36, 70, 88, 106, 125, 143, 184, 196, 223
23. Atlanta Falcons
How 2024 ended: 8-9
Unit rankings: No. 14 offense, No. 29 defense
Notable free agents: EDGE Matt Judon, S Justin Simmons, WR Rondale Moore, EDGE Lorenzo Carter, CB Mike Hughes, CB Dee Alford, C Drew Dalman
Draft picks: Nos. 15, 46, 117, 244
24. New England Patriots
How 2024 ended: 4-13
Unit rankings: No. 30 offense, No. 30 defense
Notable free agents: CB Jonathan Jones, QB Jacoby Brissett, EDGE Deatrich Wise, RT Chukwuma Okorafor, TE Austin Hooper, K Joey Slye
Draft picks: Nos. 4, 38, 69, 77, 105, 145, 219, 222, 240
25. Carolina Panthers
How 2024 ended: 5-12
Unit rankings: No. 24 offense, No. 32 defense
Notable free agents: S Xavier Woods, CB Michael Jackson Sr., WR David Moore, TE Tommy Tremble, S Jordan Fuller, CB Caleb Farley
Draft picks: Nos. 8, 57, 74, 110, 113, 141, 147, 164, 229
26. Indianapolis Colts
How 2024 ended: 8-9
Unit rankings: No. 20 offense, No. 15 defense
Notable free agents: C Ryan Kelly, G Mark Glowinski, S Julian Blackmon, LB E.J. Speed, EDGE Dayo Odeyingbo, TE Kylen Granson, TE Mo Alie-Cox, QB Joe Flacco
Draft picks: Nos. 14, 45, 80, 116, 152, 191, 234
27. Las Vegas Raiders
How 2024 ended: 4-13
Unit rankings: No. 29 offense, No. 18 defense
Notable free agents: S Trevon Moehrig, EDGE Malcolm Koonce, LB Robert Spillane, DT Adam Butler, LB Divine Deablo, CB Nate Hobbs, RB Alexander Mattison
Draft picks: Nos. 6, 37, 68, 73, 107, 144, 182, 214*, 218*, 224
28. New York Jets
How 2024 ended: 5-12
Unit rankings: No. 21 offense, No. 20 defense
Notable free agents: EDGE Haason Reddick, CB D.J. Reed, DT Javon Kinlaw, TE Tyler Conklin, LT Tyron Smith, RT Morgan Moses, S Chuck Clark
Draft picks: Nos. 7, 42, 92, 109, 146, 157, 188, 210
29. New Orleans Saints
How 2024 ended: 5-12
Unit rankings: No. 23 offense, No. 21 defense
Notable free agents: EDGE Chase Young, TE Juwan Johnson, WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling, CB Paulson Adebo, EDGE Payton Turner, LB Willie Gay Jr., S Will Harris, G Lucas Patrick
Draft picks: Nos. 9, 40, 71, 93, 111, 130, 186, 254*
30. Tennessee Titans
How 2024 ended: 3-14
Unit rankings: No. 31 offense, No. 17 defense
Notable free agents: LB Jerome Baker, S Quandre Diggs, RT Dillon Radunz, WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, WR Tyler Boyd, DT Sebastian Joseph-Day, K Nick Folk, QB Mason Rudolph
Draft picks: Nos. 1, 35, 102, 119, 142, 169, 180, 241
31. Cleveland Browns
How 2024 ended: 3-14
Unit rankings: No. 32 offense, No. 25 defense
Notable free agents: RB Nick Chubb, WR Elijah Moore, LT Jedrick Wills, QB Jameis Winston, LB Devin Bush, RT Germain Ifedi
Draft picks: Nos. 2, 33, 67, 94, 103, 165, 181, 194, 202, 216*, 217*, 257*
32. New York Giants
How 2024 ended: 3-14
Unit rankings: No. 28 offense, No. 28 defense
Notable free agents: WR Darius Slayton, G Greg Van Roten, S Jason Pinnock, CB Adoree’ Jackson, EDGE Azeez Ojulari, QB Drew Lock, LB Isaiah Simmons
Draft picks: Nos. 3, 34, 65, 104, 134*, 155, 221, 248
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