Power Rankings Heading Into the 2025 NFL Preseason

It's time to dive into Fan Feed's Power Rankings with training camp on the horizon. The 2025 NFL Draft garnered the second most-watched draft in league history, and the hype train leading into the fall season is certainly more profound than usual. With all the excitement and anticipation of the season, here's how you should evaluate the 32 squads:

1. Philadelphia Eagles 

The Eagles should be the clear-cut favorite to hoist another Lombardi this season, returning ten of eleven starters on the most dynamic offense in the league. Expect Jalen Hurts to take the next step in his deep ball accuracy and arm strength, which will make the Eagles even harder to defend vertically. Vic Fangio has the defense playing at a high level, and that should translate to the 2025 campaign through the additions of Jihaad Campbell and Drew Makuba in the draft, combined with a veteran presence at the EDGE position. 

2. Kansas City Chiefs 

The Chiefs are positioned for a Super Bowl rematch with the Eagles thanks to the timely returns of Hollywood Brown and Rashee Rice, who both saw their 2024 seasons cut short due to injury. Kansas City also bolsters PFF's second-highest graded defense which should be in store for another significant year. Anchored by veteran tackle Chris Jones and one of the best play callers in the game Steve Spagnuolo and his unrelenting blitz packages, this team can win games even when Mahomes is out of sync. 

3. Baltimore Ravens

Baltimore poses the most tangible threat in spoiling an Eagles repeat or a Chiefs revenge tour. While Derrick Henry is no longer in his prime, that backfield remains a nightmare for opposing defensive fronts, and the additions of Malaki Starks and Mike Green Jr. in the draft reinforce an already stout defense. Look for the Ravens to take that next step, and even come out as the number one seed in the AFC this season. 

4. Buffalo Bills 

The Bills remain that ultimate unknown regarding whether they will ever take that next step toward a Super Bowl appearance. Josh Allen has all the intangibles that create matchup problems for any AFC defense; however, the lack of pass-catching on the Bills makes them totally reliant on Allen and his legs to either extend the play or make a play with his feet. Look for the offseason acquisition of Joey Bosa to sure up their defensive front; however, don't expect the Super Bowl breakthrough from the Bills just yet. 

5. Detroit Lions 

The Lions remain a team no one wants to see in the playoffs, especially at Ford Field. Jared Goff continues to have that offense performing at a high level, and the two-headed monster in Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery makes for a high-octane offense that pairs nicely with Amon-Ra St. Brown at wideout. The defense remains a concern for Detroit, which should be bolstered by the timely return of Aidan Hutchinson. Expect Detroit to be playing Philadelphia again in the NFC Championship. 

6. Green Bay Packers

The Packers remain a competent, capable contender with Jordan Love establishing tangible chemistry with his young receiving core and bell cow RB Josh Jacobs. The offense, while some noted regression amongst its wideouts Jayden Reed and Romeo Doubs, has the talent and scheme to contend with any of theoffensive juggernauts in the league. However, defensive questions, particularly with a thin Cornerback room, raise concerns about the Packers ability to stay in games when the offense is not clicking, and may prove elusive in the its quest for an NFC title. 

7. Los Angeles Rams 

Releasing Cooper Kupp is going to end up being a massive blunder by the Rams front office, and even with the offseason signing of Davante Adams, I don't expect much from this Rams team beyond a playoff berth, and while Matt Stafford can still sling it, this team is in store for regression. 

8. Cincinnati Bengals

Joe Burrow will be going on a revenge tour against the league this season. Tee Higgins and Ja'Marr Chase continue to be matchup problems for opposing secondaries, and I believe they are due to make some noise in the AFC, even with concerns on both the offensive and defensive fronts. 

9. Minnesota Vikings

There's no doubt there are lingering questions about Minnesota this offseason with the departure of Sam Darold, and the viability of J.J McCarthy as a starting NFL quarterback. Drafting Donovan Jackson as their starting left guard should also enhance the offensive line so Aaron Jones and Justin Jefferson can operate at peak performance with an untested young QB. 

10. Los Angeles Chargers 

The Justin Herbert playoff hate is frankly warranted at this point. Even with all the talent in the world, he has not been able to utilize that talent effectively enough in the playoffs, unless it's surrendering a 28-0 lead in the Wild Card to Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars. I think Jim Harbaugh brought a needed identity to this Chargers team, and the run-heavy scheme will keep Herbert more upright, allowing him to go through his progressions more effectively. 

11. Washington Commanders 

The Commanders are expected by many experts to be another challenger to the Eagles coming out of the NFC. I happen to think the Commanders outdid their expectations last season, all but guaranteeing major regression in year two under Dan Quinn. Jayden Daniels is a special talent, and they have the pieces surrounding him in Terry McLaurin, I just do not see how this team would outperform an NFC title game appearance with Philly standing firmly in its way. 

12. Houston Texans 

C.J. Stroud continues to make substantial strides in an offense that is tailored to his strengths as a pocket passer. DeMeco Ryans is one of the premier young coaching talents in the game, but Houston just can't seem ever to win the big ones, no matter who's at the helm or under center. The Texans will hang around, and a healthy Tank Dell only bolsters their chances at taking the next step toward an AFC title game. 

13. Tampa Bay Buccaneers 

How the Buccaneers have been as good as they've been continues to elude me. Baker Mayfield has proven he was no bust, and Mike Evans is still a guarantee for 1,000-yard seasons. Yet, it's still not a very exciting team. It certainly helps Tampa Bay's case that they play in the reeling NFC South, where 9-win seasons can earn you a first-round home playoff game. Expect Tampa Bay to once again win the South and ultimately falter in the first round. 

14. Denver Broncos 

Bo Nix has turned many doubters into believers, and I am currently one of them. Nix demonstrated all the intangibles that have translated over to his young NFL career, particularly his accuracy and ability to extend plays with his feet. Frankly, I was surprised by the early success this team had under Sean Payton and anticipated the rebuild in Denver to take far longer. I still don't think this team, even with their young talent, is capable of much more than a divisional round in the AFC. 

15. San Francisco 49ers

The 49ers remain an impossible team to figure out. The season script for the 49ers has seemingly been the same the last several years: undeniable Super Bowl talent that seems to always be plagued by untimely injuries leading to disappointing results. The departure of Deebo Samuel, even after an underwhelming 2025 campaign, is not going to help Brock Purdy, who remains the textbook 'system QB'. This team will live and die by the health of Christian McCaffery, and I do not foresee a formidable future in the Bay. 

16. Pittsburgh Steelers 

Mike Tomlin remains one of the most consistent head coaches in the game. You always know you're going to get a scrappy defense out of his teams. The offseason departures of Justin Field, Russel Wilson, and George Pickens have simply hurt this team. The offensive output was not good with them, and relying on a mediocre veteran in Mason Rudolph and an unproven young talent in Will Howard raises significant questions about the quality of play under center we should expect from this team. 

17. Seattle Seahawks 

Seattle is another head-scratching team. The 2024 offensive output was underwhelming, leading to the departures of Offensive Coordinator Ryan Grubb to Alabama, Geno Smith to Las Vegas, D.K Metcalf to Pittsburgh, and Tyler Lockett to Tennessee. The team will certainly be welcoming new faces on offense with Cooper Kupp, Marquez Valdez-Scantling and Sam Darnold under center, however the identity of the Seahawks has yet to be reestablished after the Legion of Boom, and they will lean on their new veterans to reclaim lost glory in Seattle. 

18. Dallas Cowboys 

The late firing of Mike McCarthy is going to hurt Dallas in the 2025 season. It's not so much the firing of McCarthy that is troublesome for Dallas, but rather waiting until the last day of McCarthy's contract, when the least amount of viable coaching options remained. Brian Schottenheimer has an offensive mind that may pair well with an aging Dak Prescott; however, this team is simply no longer in any sort of Super Bowl contention, and they are likely to be scrapping for 7-8 wins this year.  

19. Miami Dolphins 

What makes the middle tier of the power rankings unique is the fact that many of these teams are simply unknowns. Miami is arguably the greatest unknown, with a head coach in Mike McDaniel who was revered as one of the best minds in the game and almost lost his job due to the dreadful output from his squad. Many of us remain concerned about the long-term viability of Tua Tagovailoa. However, even with a healthy Tua, Tyreek Hill is not getting any younger, and it seems as though the best of this version of the Dolphins is behind us. 

20. Chicago Bears 

The Bears have solidified themselves as a formidable opponent in the loaded NFC North through the hiring of offensive guru Ben Johnson. A successful draft highlighted by Colson Loveland and Luther Burden III will bring needed pass-catching ability to Caleb Williams' arsenal after the departure of veteran Keenan Allen. While it's unlikely they surpass the likes of Detroit, Green Bay, and Minnesota within the division, expect improvement and some competitive games out of this Bears squad. 

21. Atlanta Falcons 

There's no sugarcoating: The Falcons are a mess. The way they handled trading up for Michael Penix after signing Kirk Cousins to a max deal has cost this team vital draft capital. While the defense made substantial progress in the past year through the additions of Jessie Bates III and Mathew Judon, the offense, even with Bijan Robinson and Drake London, has glaring inconsistencies that have not been adequately addressed in the offseason. 

22. Jacksonville Jaguars 

Even at 22 in the power rankings, do not overlook this Jaguars team. I firmly believe drafting Travis Hunter will go down as one of the most impactful selections in the modern draft era. The problem with last year's Jaguars was the inability to keep Trevor Lawrence upright, and a defense that provided little resistance. I expect the arrival of Travis Hunter, paired with a lethal Brian Thomas Jr. to be one of the most dangerous young receiving duos in the game.  The duo will assuredly open up lanes for Travis Etienne out of the backfield to operate both as an elite receiving and running back. I'm not sure the playoffs are a realistic expectation, however, I do believe that a far more competitive team should be expected in Jacksonville. 

23. New England Patriots 

Drake Maye has a significant upside that was revealed early last year after the team made the change from veteran Jacoby Brissett. The challenge for New England remains the absolute gauntlet of a division they play in, which they were accustomed to dominating under the Brady/Belichick regime. I also think the lack of depth at wideout is going to make Maye's job even more challenging in an offense that frequently stalls.  

24. Arizona Cardinals 

It's been sad to see the immense talent of Kyler Murray be muddied by a front office and coaching carousel, however, that is the reality in the desert. While Trey McBride and James Conner pair nicely with Murray, it's hard to see where the upside is with this team outside of Murray. 

25. Indianapolis Colts 

The Colts certainly got themselves in a pickle with Anthony Richardson, taking the most obvious 'project' of the 2024 draft. Richardson remains a project after his rookie season, filled with the same accuracy concerns that plagued his short, yet impactful career at Florida. Jonathan Taylor is still one of the premier backs in the game; however, whenever you enter a season with questions about a quarterback, those questions seemingly never get addressed, and I certainly do not see Richardson as a viable option in Indianapolis. 

26. Carolina Panthers 

Bryce Young showed the league his true colors after being benched in favor of Andy Dalton. Young capitalized on his second chance later in the season, reminding us all of why he was a Heisman Trophy Winner at Alabama and one of the most intelligent QBs we've seen out of his draft class. I think this team has heart, but the talent is not yet there to make strides in the NFC South to hang with Tampa Bay. 

27. Las Vegas Raiders 

You would think I have Raiders Nation higher than 27, considering I am very high on the Pete Carroll Hiring. Acquiring Geno Smith brings a tested veteran presence that is required after the quarterback play from 2024. I just don't think Geno Smith at this stage of his career, with the lack of talent around him, is poised for success in the 2025 season. 

28. Cleveland Browns 

It's hard to say if the Browns had the best or worst draft. It still makes little to no sense drafting both Dillion Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders, no matter the value of taking Shedeur in the fifth round. The problem for Cleveland remains the quality of opponents in the AFC North. I'd be the first to say I believe Shedeur, (or Gabriel for that matter) will have prosperous NFL careers, there's just far too much astray in Cleveland for this team to scrape out four wins or more. 

29. New Orleans Saints 

The Saints made headlines in the draft by selecting Louisville QB Tyler Shough, whose college career has been marred by injury and inconsistency, 40th overall. While the twenty-five-year-old gunslinger has concerns, the team around him has simply eroded. Alvin Kamara is no longer the Alvin Kamara we were all accustomed to. They also lack pass-catching ability outside of Chris Olave, and occasionally Taysom Hill proves equally concerning for a rookie QB who has relatively big shoes to replace with the sudden retirement of Derek Carr. Expect the Saints to be battling out the Panthers for the doormat in the NFC South. 

30. New York Giants  

Russell Wilson, despite all the hate he receives (albeit justified in some cases), was the perfect offseason signing for this reeling Giants team. What has hurt the Giants more than anything is the lack of leadership and egregious quarterbacking play of late, which should be helped by Wilson. Abdul Carter also all but guarantees to solidify one of the best defensive fronts in football. The defense may just do enough to keep the G-Men in games, but the question remains is there enough offensive talent outside of Malik Nabers to salvage one of the worst offenses in football? 

31. Tennessee Titans 

Cam Ward was sensational at Miami, and there's little debate. The former zero-star recruit has certainly panned out better than college scouts forecasted. The Titans attributed far too many of their shortcomings to quarterback play, ultimately making Will Levis the fall guy in an organization with flaws spanning to the very core of its foundation. I simply don't see how plugging Cam Ward into this porous offense, that can't protect the passer or establish the run, will change anything for this team. 

32. New York Jets 

J-E-T-S Just-End-The-Season. Justin Fields was one of the more intriguing offseason additions, and I believe his competitive spirit will elevate the team slightly. However, the body of work in East Rutherford is not satisfactory. While moving on from Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams seems beneficial, especially for cap-related issues, losing that tandem just as they began to reignite their flame from Green Bay is a decision that has this team destined for the worst record in the league.