NFL Power Rankings: Where teams stand after free agency
NFL Power Rankings are selected by a panel of theScore's football editors.
This week, we evaluate how teams look following the opening wave of free agency.
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1. Philadelphia Eagles
Philadelphia lost players such as Milton Williams and Josh Sweat, but the core of the team is still intact. Young players from recent drafts should step into the positions of players who departed in free agency.
2. Kansas City Chiefs
The Chiefs didn't make any major splashes in free agency, but they didn't necessarily need to. Re-signing Nick Bolton helps keep their defensive core together, while franchise tagging Trey Smith keeps one of the club's best offensive linemen under contract.
3. Buffalo Bills
Buffalo invested in the front seven rather than upgrades in the secondary. Keeping Josh Allen happy has been top of mind with both the reigning MVP and Khalil Shakir receiving lucrative extensions.
4. Detroit Lions
Detroit didn't make a ton of acquisitions during the first few days of free agency, but the Lions are set up for success after picking up corner D.J. Reed on a reasonable deal while returning the bulk of last year's 15-2 team.
5. Baltimore Ravens
The Ravens got a great bargain by keeping left tackle Ronnie Stanley off the market at $20 million per year. That'll be huge for the run and pass game. DeAndre Hopkins' best days are long behind him, but hopefully he helps their vertical attack.
6. Washington Commanders
Washington is all-in on another Super Bowl run after making the NFC Championship Game. General manager Adam Peters has been proactive in free agency, adding talent to the roster by acquiring players such as Deebo Samuel and Laremy Tunsil.
7. Minnesota Vikings
Aaron Jones, Ryan Kelly, Will Fries, Byron Murphy, Harrison Smith, Jonathan Allen, and Javon Hargrave are all key signings for a franchise that appears ready to roll with J.J. McCarthy as QB1 in 2025.
8. Los Angeles Rams
The Rams replaced one star receiver with another, releasing Cooper Kupp after signing Davante Adams. But Los Angeles' biggest move was agreeing to a restructured deal with Matthew Stafford after the two sides explored the possibility of a trade.
9. Green Bay Packers
Aaron Banks' four-year, $77-million deal was bigger than expected, especially for a franchise that has historically been averse to spending big in free agency. However, the club has been more willing to pay up in recent years, and players like Josh Jacobs and Xavier McKinney have provided immediate returns.
10. Cincinnati Bengals
The Bengals' front office actually got it done. Signing Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins to massive four-year extensions means we're turning a blind eye to any other moves this offseason or lack thereof.
11. Los Angeles Chargers
A durable Najee Harris replaces the oft-injured J.K. Dobbins in the run game. A good quarterback in Justin Herbert and a great coach in Jim Harbaugh can help continue the team's upward momentum.
12. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Tampa Bay takes care of its own better than any other team in football. Just look at wide receiver Chris Godwin, who re-signed despite reportedly receiving more lucrative offers elsewhere.
13. Denver Broncos
The Broncos signed Evan Engram, Talanoa Hufanga, and Dre Greenlaw to fill holes on an ascending team. Denver may be able to steal the Chiefs' AFC West crown if Sean Payton and Bo Nix can build on last year's success.
14. Chicago Bears
The Bears upgraded their offensive line via trades and free agency to completely revamp a unit that allowed the most sacks in the NFL last year. Chicago could be a threat in 2025 with Grady Jarrett and Dayo Odeyingbo joining the defense and Ben Johnson running the offense.
15. Houston Texans
Houston added some defensive talent, but it still has clear holes on the offensive line. Trading Tunsil doesn't help a pass protection unit that forced C.J. Stroud to deal with a lot of pressure in 2024.
16. Arizona Cardinals
Arizona's marquee move was adding edge rusher Josh Sweat, who's coming off a career-best performance in the Super Bowl. The Cardinals will expect more consistency from him, but he should benefit from his relationship with head coach Jonathan Gannon, as they worked together during their time with the Eagles.
17. Seattle Seahawks
The Seahawks have reshaped their roster dramatically in head coach Mike Macdonald's second offseason in charge. Enter Sam Darnold, Kupp, and DeMarcus Lawrence as Seattle bids farewell to Geno Smith, DK Metcalf, and Tyler Lockett.
18. Dallas Cowboys
Jerry Jones restructured Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb's contracts to free up cap space this offseason, but he hasn't filled the roster with dependable players. It's been an underwhelming last couple of months for Dallas.
19. Pittsburgh Steelers
A home-run swing by the Steelers fetched them Metcalf, who will be paired alongside George Pickens. But the franchise is still hoping to sign Aaron Rodgers. Perhaps Pittsburgh should have gotten its priorities straight first.
20. San Francisco 49ers
San Francisco still has blue-chip players at key positions, but the 49ers will be severely weakened after an offseason exodus that included Deebo Samuel, Charvarius Ward, and Dre Greenlaw.
21. Atlanta Falcons
The Falcons parted ways with longtime cornerstone Grady Jarrett but brought in the consistent Leonard Floyd, who will join a pass rush that can use all the help it can get. Kirk Cousins remains on the roster as Atlanta figures out how to move the league's most expensive backup.
22. Miami Dolphins
Zach Wilson's arrival provides the Dolphins with an insurance policy behind Tua Tagovailoa. Acquiring Ashtyn Davis is a step toward shoring up Miami's secondary after Jevon Holland's departure.
23. Las Vegas Raiders
The addition of Smith finally gives the Raiders a true starting quarterback after seasons of uncertainty. Despite additions on offense and Maxx Crosby's extension, it'll still be an uphill battle for Las Vegas in an extremely competitive AFC West.
24. Indianapolis Colts
Indianapolis will head into training camp with Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones battling for the starting job. But the team is hoping Richardson can take a leap forward, become the franchise guy, and lead Indy back to the playoffs.
25. Jacksonville Jaguars
New general manager James Gladstone purged the roster of mistakes made by the previous regime. But it could take another offseason for Trevor Lawrence and Jacksonville to be contenders again.
26. New England Patriots
New England splurged on pass-rushers Milton Williams and Harold Landry to begin Mike Vrabel's tenure. Landing playmakers to work alongside Drake Maye remains a priority.
27. Carolina Panthers
Carolina invested heavily in its defense, extending corner Jaycee Horn to a record deal while adding safety Tre'von Moehrig and defensive tackle Tershawn Wharton. But the Panthers haven't added much help on offense for quarterback Bryce Young. Doing so should be a priority in April's draft.
28. New Orleans Saints
The Saints are in purgatory, continuing to kick the can down the road on their aging veterans. New Orleans is sticking with Derek Carr in 2025 out of necessity as the team navigates the league's worst salary-cap situation.
29. New York Jets
Swapping Aaron Rodgers for Justin Fields provides some clarity under center. The Jets' new regime is opting to fill voids on the roster with under-the-radar acquisitions.
30. Cleveland Browns
The front office convinced Myles Garrett to stay, but it took $160 million over four years. That's one problem dealt with. The next is avoiding the possibility of Kenny Pickett being QB1 to open 2025.
31. New York Giants
It's still unclear who will be the starting quarterback next season, but New York bolstered its defense with the additions of Jevon Holland and Paulson Adebo.
32. Tennessee Titans
Tennessee has a tough decision to make with the No. 1 overall pick in April's draft. Whoever it selects will join a roster that lacks talent, and the franchise will likely be in contention for the top selection again in 2026.