Using Forbes’ 2022 NFL valuations, we can see a clear list of the most valuable NFL franchises in the league. Now, with the recent sale of the Denver Broncos, we can expect to see some movement in the coming year, but this is still a good snapshot of where things currently stand.
NFL Franchise Values In 2022
Which franchises are valued among the most expensive, and who sits closer to the bottom? The percentage of increase is based on the numbers provided from the year prior. Keep in mind, 2020-2021 was the year most impacted by COVID-19, so some of the increases need to be taken with a grain of salt. Comparing the current state of the league to that during the pandemic will obviously represent impressive percentage increases.
All values according to Forbes.
- 32) Cincinnati Bengals
Value: $3 billion | 32% increase - 31) Detroit Lions
Value: $3.05 billion | 27% increase - 30) Arizona Cardinals
Value: $3.27 billion | 23% increase - 29) Buffalo Bills
Value: $3.4 billion | 50% increase - 28) Jacksonville Jaguars
Value: $3.475 billion | 24% increase - 27) Tennessee Titans
Value: $3.5 billion | 33% increase - 26) New Orleans Saints
Value: $3.575 billion | 27% increase - 25) Carolina Panthers
Value: $3.6 billion | 24% increase - 24) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Value: $3.675 billion | 25% increase - 23) Kansas City Chiefs
Value: $3.7 billion | 26% increase - 22) Indianapolis Colts
Value: $3.8 billion | 17% increase - 21) Cleveland Browns
Value: $3.85 billion | 48% increase - 20) Los Angeles Chargers
Value: $3.875 billion | 33% increase - 19) Baltimore Ravens
Value: $3.9 billion | 15% increase - 18) Minnesota Vikings
Value: $3.925 billion | 17% increase - 17) Pittsburgh Steelers
Value: $3.975 billion | 16% increase - 16) Atlanta Falcons
Value: $4 billion | 25% increase - 15) Green Bay Packers
Value: $4.25 billion | 22% increase - 14) Seattle Seahawks
Value: $4.5 billion | 29% increase - 13) Miami Dolphins
Value: $4.6 billion | 35% increase - 12) Denver Broncos
Value: $4.65 billion | 24% increase - 11) Houston Texans
Value: $4.7 billion | 27% increase - 10) Philadelphia Eagles
Value: $4.9 billion | 29% increase - 9) Las Vegas Raiders
Value: $5.1 billion | 49% increase - 8) San Francisco 49ers
Value: $5.2 billion | 25% increase - 7) New York Jets
Value: $5.4 billion | 33% increase - 6) Washington Commanders
Value: $5.6 billion | 33% increase - 5) Chicago Bears
Value: $5.8 billion | 42% increase - 4) New York Giants
Value: $6 billion | 24% increase - 3) Los Angeles Rams
Value: $6.2 billion | 29% increase - 2) New England Patriots
Value: $6.4 billion | 28% increase - 1) Dallas Cowboys
Value: $8 billion | 23% increase
Dallas Cowboys Franchise Valued the Most at $8 billion
The Cowboys continue to pace the field at the top of Forbes’ list of the most valuable NFL franchises. They actually increased the gap between themselves and the Patriots in second from $1.5 billion to $1.6 billion in 2022. Dallas has now sat atop this list for 14 consecutive seasons.
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The Cowboys’ continued growth demonstrates that NFL franchise values can continue to grow even as teams lack playoff success. This year, the Cowboys were once again eliminated in the Divisional Round by the San Francisco 49ers. Luckily, the team was at least able to notch one playoff win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before bowing out.
The Bills and Raiders Saw the Most Growth
With a 50% increase, the Buffalo Bills were able to get out of the basement of NFL franchise values and went from ranking 32nd to 29th. Winning tends to help the value of NFL franchises, and the Bills had an exceptional season.
The Raiders continue to see growth after moving their franchise from Oakland to Las Vegas. This year, they saw a 49% increase. With rumors of a potential Aaron Rodgers signing in the future, expect the Raiders’ popularity to skyrocket if they can find success with a high-profile QB.
Which NFL Franchise Has the Lowest Value?
There is a new team sitting at the bottom when it comes to NFL franchise values. After the Bengals took the bottom spot in 2020, the Bills took over in 2021.
Unfortunately for Cincinnati, even after making their way to the Super Bowl, they now find themselves once again as the franchise with the lowest value. Luckily, they still saw a 32% increase from 2021.