With free agency and the draft in the rearview, the NFL offseason is now mostly in the books. Some teams significantly improved their chances to compete next season, while others took a back seat, leaving the offseason with more questions than when they entered.
How did your team fare as we get closer to the start of the 2025 season? We break down each team’s free agency moves, draft class, coaching changes, and more in our NFL offseason grades.
Use this table of contents to jump to your favorite team:
Arizona Cardinals Offseason Grade: B+
Notable Additions: EDGE Josh Sweat, QB Jacoby Brissett, DT Calais Campbell, Dalvin Tomlinson; EDGE L.J. Collier (re-signed), OT Kelvin Beachum (re-signed), LB Baron Browning (re-signed), CB Will Johnson, DL Walter Nolen III, EDGE Jordan Burch, LB Cody Simon
Notable Departures: Kyzir White and Will Hernandez (pending free agents)
The 2024 season was a tale of two sides of the ball for the Arizona Cardinals. On one hand, they fielded an elite offensive unit, ranking fifth in our Offense+ metric. On the other hand, the Cardinals’ defense finished 27th in our Defense+ metric. That can’t sit right with Jonathan Gannon, who is a defensive-minded head coach.
The front office made it a point to upgrade on the defensive side of the ball in the offseason. It started by landing PFSN’s top-ranked free agent — edge rusher Josh Sweat, who recorded 8.0 sacks and a 14.1% pressure rate last season with the Eagles. The Super Bowl champion provides an important boost to a pass rush that has ranked in the bottom 10 in each of Gannon’s first two seasons as head coach.
Arizona further bolstered the defensive front in free agency, reuniting with Calais Campbell and also signing Dalvin Tomlinson. Their first-round pick, Walter Nolen III, has tons of upside, and he gets to grow into a potential star while learning from a pair of vets. The Cardinals’ 2025 draft class also featured former Michigan star cornerback Will Johnson, who slid due to injury concerns but was considered by many as the top corner in the class.
The biggest area of need for the offense was the interior of the offensive line, as the unit is solid at the tackle positions. Arizona has been quiet on that front this offseason, leaving some questions heading into the new season. Otherwise, the Cardinals significantly improved their defense, putting themselves in a position to improve on their 8-9 record in 2024.
Atlanta Falcons Offseason Grade: B
Notable Additions: LB Divine Deablo, EDGE Leonard Floyd, S Jordan Fuller, CB Mike Hughes (re-signed), LB Jalon Walker, EDGE James Pearce Jr., S Xavier Watts, S Billy Bowman Jr.
Notable Departures: C Drew Dalman, DT Grady Jarrett
The Atlanta Falcons didn’t have much room to add to their roster through free agency, especially given Kirk Cousins’ contract. As such, it was no surprise to see Atlanta let Drew Dalman walk on a lucrative three-year deal, while franchise stalwart Grady Jarrett was released to save cap room.
Dalman’s departure leaves a hole at center, though the Falcons can retain restricted free agent Ryan Neuzil (who started eight games in place of an injured Dalman in 2024).
The loss of Jarrett also leaves a hole on the interior defensive line, but the Falcons are hoping Ruke Orhorhoro can take the next step in his development. It should help that Atlanta’s improved the rest of the defense around him.
The front office attacked that side of the ball heavily, adding Leonard Floyd in free agency and Jalon Walker, James Pearce Jr., and Xavier Watts through the draft. Each of the rookies could play their way into a starting role by the end of camp.
Atlanta’s defense struggled throughout last season (29th in Defense+), especially when it came to rushing the passer. The unit ranked 30th in the NFL in pressure rate (28.5%) and 31st in sacks (31). The additions of Floyd, Walker, and Pearce should provide a boost to a group desperately needing production off the edge.
Though the Falcons came away with a strong draft class, they will need those picks to pan out to be a playoff contender in 2025, considering they were relatively quiet during the free agency period.
Baltimore Ravens Offseason Grade: A
Notable Additions: WR DeAndre Hopkins, CB Chidobe Awuzie, OT Ronnie Stanley (re-signed), S Malaki Starks, EDGE Mike Green, OL Emery Jones Jr., LB Teddye Buchanan, K Tyler Loop
Notable Departures: K Justin Tucker, OL Patrick Mekari, S Marcus Williams, CB Brandon Stephens, CB Arthur Maulet, DT Michael Pierce
The Baltimore Ravens enter the 2025 season as the No. 1 team in PFSN’s power rankings, and their offseason moves only solidified their place at the top.
Arguably, the most important move they made was re-signing left tackle Ronnie Stanley. Baltimore’s offensive line ranked second in PFSN’s OL+ metric last season, so getting the two-time Pro Bowler back anchors the unit for the upcoming season. They did lose the ultimate utility guy in Patrick Mekari, but drafting a versatile lineman in Emery Jones Jr. should mitigate any concerns.
General manager Eric DeCosta delivered another strong NFL Draft class. Former Georgia star safety Malaki Starks was a steal late in Round 1, and putting him next to All-Pro Kyle Hamilton creates a formidable young duo on the back end. This pick became even more important after Ar’Darius Washington suffered a torn Achilles.
Mike Green gives the Ravens more juice in the pass rushing department, joining Odafe Oweh and Kyle Van Noy, both of whom had double-digit sacks in 2024.
The Ravens were relatively quiet in free agency, but they brought in wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins and cornerback Chidobe Awuzie. Hopkins might not be the splash fans hoped for at receiver, but he was affordable and has shown he can still make plays when called upon. Awuzie is another veteran who adds depth to the cornerback room after the team moved on from Brandon Stephens and Arthur Maulet.
This offseason also marked the end of an era, as Baltimore cut ties with five-time All-Pro kicker Justin Tucker. They drafted his replacement in Tyler Loop, who set multiple school records at Arizona.
Buffalo Bills Offseason Grade: B
Notable Additions: EDGE Joey Bosa, WR Joshua Palmer, EDGE Michael Hoecht, DT Larry Ogunjobi, CB Dane Jackson, S Damar Hamlin (re-signed), RB Ty Johnson (re-signed), CB Maxwell Hairston, DT T.J. Sanders, EDGE Landon Jackson, DT Deone Walker, CB Jordan Hancock, CB Dorian Strong
Notable Departures: EDGE Von Miller, WR Mack Hollins, CB Kaiir Elam (trade)
The Buffalo Bills’ biggest move this offseason was tearing up the final four years of Josh Allen’s deal and paying him $55 million per year, with a record-setting $250 million in guaranteed money. Of course, Allen isn’t an addition, but getting him for less than the top quarterback contract is a win.
General manager Brandon Beane and the front office also awarded cornerback Christian Benford, edge rusher Gregory Rousseau, and linebacker Terrel Bernard. All three have emerged as foundational pieces for Buffalo’s defense.
Outside of taking care of their own, the Bills also made a splash by signing five-time Pro Bowler Joey Bosa. The longtime Chargers star should provide a significant boost to a defense that finished tied for 18th in sacks (39) and 23rd in pressure rate (32.5%). Buffalo also attacked their defensive front in the draft, adding a long and athletic edge rusher in Landon Jackson, as well as SEC defensive tackles T.J. Sanders and Deone Walker.
Beane also loaded up on cornerbacks in the draft, including first-rounder Maxwell Hairston. Buffalo had their depth tested in the AFC Championship Game after Benford went down, so adding more talent was a necessity.
The Bills didn’t do much to improve their wide receiver room, though. Joshua Palmer wasn’t an exciting move, but he could be a vertical threat for Allen and add some competition after the loss of Mack Hollins.
Carolina Panthers Offseason Grade: B+
Notable Additions: S Tre’von Moehrig, DT Tershawn Wharton, DT Bobby Brown III, EDGE Patrick Jones II, RB Rico Dowdle, WR Tetairoa McMillan, EDGE Nic Scourton, EDGE Princely Umanmielen, RB Trevor Etienne, S Lathan Ransom, DT Cam Jackson, WR Jimmy Horn Jr., TE Mitchell Evans
Notable Departures: LB Shaq Thompson, S Jordan Fuller, RB Miles Sanders, S Xavier Woods
Despite being one of the worst teams in the NFL, the Carolina Panthers carried some momentum into the offseason after winning two of their final three games last season. And they’ve seemingly improved on both sides of the ball heading into 2025.
After getting benched early in the season, quarterback Bryce Young bounced back and showed flashes of why the team drafted him in the first place. Dan Morgan and Dave Canales want to make sure they at least put their young signal-caller in a position to succeed, and they landed him a potential No. 1 receiver in Arizona’s Tetairoa McMillan.
They also moved on from Miles Sanders, but Rico Dowdle should be an upgrade at running back alongside Chuba Hubbard.
Defensively, the Panthers were terrible in 2024, finishing last in Defense+. Their final grade of 53.5 is the second-worst in the metric’s history, ahead of only the 2020 Lions. Tre’von Moehrig brings playmaking ability to the secondary while Tershawn Wharton and Bobby Brown III give Derrick Brown some help on the defensive line.
Rookie edge rushers Nic Scourton and Princely Umanmielen could potentially add some pop to a group that only recorded 32 sacks (29th in the NFL) and a 25.1% pressure rate (32nd).
The Panthers still have a long way to go, but they set themselves up to take a step forward with their offseason moves.
Chicago Bears Offseason Grade: A-
Notable Additions: G Joe Thuney (trade), G Jonah Jackson (trade), C Drew Dalman, DT Grady Jarrett, DE Dayo Odeyingbo, TE Colston Loveland, WR Luther Burden III, OT Ozzy Trapilo, DT Shemar Turner, CB Zah Frazier
Notable Departures: DE DeMarcus Walker, C Coleman Shelton
The biggest change the Chicago Bears made this offseason was at head coach. Chicago fired Matt Eberflus midseason, and now they’ve replaced him with a familiar face — former Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson. Poaching the offensive mastermind from their NFC North foes was a great move. Ushering in this new era couldn’t come at a better time, as Chicago is hoping to see improvement from last year’s No. 1 overall pick, Caleb Williams.
Johnson is one of the league’s top play-callers, and his presence could help maximize Williams’ potential in the NFL. General manager Ryan Poles also made it a priority to set his young quarterback up for success. The Bears’ offensive line finished last season as a middle-of-the-pack unit (14th in OL+), but Poles added three new starters on the interior, which should help elevate this offense.
Chicago also added a couple of big-time offensive playmakers through the draft in tight end Colston Loveland and wide receiver Luther Burden III. Loveland has the tools to be an instant upgrade over Cole Kmet. Johnson worked his magic with Sam LaPorta in Detroit, and it would be unsurprising to see him have similar success with the explosive Loveland.
Burden is also a dynamic weapon who could be a nice complement to DJ Moore and Rome Odunze.
The Bears’ defense faltered down the stretch in 2024, but they were strong for most of the year. The secondary has the potential to be elite, but Chicago was unimpressive against the run, ranking 29th in yards per rush (4.8) and 21st in rush success rate (59.8%). Adding Grady Jarrett and Shemar Turner to the fold beefs up their front.
Cincinnati Bengals Offseason Grade: C+
Notable Additions: WR Tee Higgins (re-signed), DT Tedarrell Slaton, RB Samaje Perine, TE Mike Gesicki (re-signed), EDGE Shemar Stewart, LB Demetrius Knight Jr., G Dylan Fairchild, LB Barrett Carter
Notable Departures: DT Sheldon Rankins, G Alex Cappa
The Cincinnati Bengals were pretty quiet during free agency and left the period with question marks at several positions. However, they were able to extend both Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Getting deals done with their star wide receiver tandem maintains continuity for Joe Burrow and the offense and eliminates that potential distraction.
Cincinnati does have another contract dispute with All-Pro edge rusher Trey Hendrickson, though. The two sides haven’t been able to get on the same page regarding a long-term deal, which is not good for the Bengals, as Hendrickson carried their pass-rushing efforts in 2024 (17.5 sacks). They did select Texas A&M Shemar Stewart in the first round, but even though he’s a physical specimen, his lack of production is concerning.
The Bengals also drafted a pair of promising linebackers in Demetrius Knight Jr. and Barrett Carter, but that seems like a bet for the future, with starters Logan Wilson and Germaine Pratt still in the building.
Where the Bengals could see a more immediate impact from this draft class is on the interior offensive line. Dylan Fairchild is a high-IQ prospect known for his physicality and aggression. He’s a powerful and technically sound offensive lineman who offers positional versatility.
Cincinnati boasts an elite offense that can score with anyone, but their ability to compete in the AFC will hinge on whether or not they can take a step forward defensively in 2025. Unfortunately, they haven’t done much to silence those concerns.
Cleveland Browns Offseason Grade: B
Notable Additions: QB Kenny Pickett (trade), QB Joe Flacco, OT Cornelius Lucas, DT Maliek Collins, LB Devin Bush (re-signed), DT Mason Graham, LB Carson Schwesinger, RB Quinshon Judkins, RB Dylan Sampson, QB Shedeur Sanders, QB Dillon Gabriel, TE Harold Fannin Jr.
Notable Departures: S Juan Thornhill, DT Dalvin Tomlinson, RB Nick Chubb (free agent)
The Cleveland Browns have had quite the offseason, particularly after a drama-filled 2025 NFL Draft. All eyes will be on the quarterback position in Cleveland, where five players are in the mix, including rookies Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders.
Getting Sanders in the fifth round is a steal. He has the most upside of any quarterback on the roster moving forward, and if he claims the starting job at some point, he will lead a Browns offense that has a much stronger complement of weapons than it ended the 2024 season with.
A backfield duo of Quinshon Judkins and Dylan Sampson can replace an injury-prone Nick Chubb. Harold Fannin Jr. joined David Njoku in the TE room and brings some pass-catching juice to take pressure off Jerry Jeudy.
Defensively, Cleveland dodged a potential Myles Garrett debacle after he requested a trade. Retaining him is an obvious win. Andrew Berry also landed two potential Day 1 starters through the draft in defensive tackle Mason Graham and linebacker Carson Schwesinger. Those moves should make a top-10 unit even stronger, but there’s still too much dysfunction to be too optimistic on the offensive side of the ball.
The Browns come in at No. 32 in our NFL power rankings, and the schedule release did little to push them from the bottom. In fact, it may have cemented their status despite New Orleans’ recent tumbles.
Dallas Cowboys Offseason Grade: B-
Notable Additions: WR George Pickens (trade), RB Javonte Williams, RB Miles Sanders, DT Solomon Thomas, DE Payton Turner, DE Dante Fowler Jr., DT Osa Odighizuwa (re-sign), CB Kaiir Elam (trade), LB Kenneth Murray Jr. (trade), G Tyler Booker, EDGE Donovan Ezeiruaku, CB Shavon Revel Jr., RB Jaydon Blue
Notable Departures: CB Jourdan Lewis, DE DeMarcus Lawrence, OT Chuma Edoga, RB Rico Dowdle, WR Brandin Cooks
The Dallas Cowboys have officially moved on from Mike McCarthy after five seasons, and now the Brian Schottenheimer era begins. After letting several top head coaching candidates come off the board, Jerry Jones and company settled for an internal hire, which was an interesting decision. Only time will tell if it was the right one.
In typical Cowboys fashion, the front office didn’t do a ton in free agency, though they were a bit more active compared to last offseason. Their most notable signings include running back Javonte Williams and edge rusher Dante Fowler Jr. — moves that could help offset the losses of Rico Dowdle and DeMarcus Lawrence.
Losing Jourdan Lewis was also notable, as he’s been one of the better slot corners in football. The team re-signed defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa, who has shown promise.
Dallas made up for an unspectacular free agency with a rock-solid draft class, including Tyler Booker, Donovan Ezeiruaku, and Shavon Revel Jr., all of whom could become starters in 2025 or soon after. Jaydon Blue also has the potential to overtake veterans Williams and Miles Sanders in the backfield.
The Cowboys’ biggest offseason splash was acquiring George Pickens from the Steelers. They’ve long been looking for a capable receiving threat opposite CeeDee Lamb, and this move forms a lethal duo for Dak Prescott. Dallas is betting on talent above all else here.
Denver Broncos Offseason Grade: B+
Notable Additions: S Talanoa Hufanga, LB Dre Greenlaw, TE Evan Engram, DT D.J. Jones (re-signed), CB Jahdae Barron, RB RJ Harvey, WR Pat Bryant, EDGE Sai’vion Jones
Notable Departures: LB Cody Barton, RB Javonte Williams
The Denver Broncos, who shocked a lot of people and made the playoffs in 2024, have had themselves a solid offseason. Losing Cody Barton, the team’s leader in defensive snaps in 2024, could hurt. However, the Broncos made up for that by signing Dre Greenlaw. While Greenlaw’s durability is far more questionable than Barton’s, he also brings a higher ceiling.
Greenlaw’s fellow ex-49ers teammate, Talanoa Hufanga, is an interesting gamble on a three-year deal. His physicality can add a different element that allows Denver to play more three-safety packages, but he’s also missed half the games over the last two seasons with injuries.
The Broncos finished with the highest mark in Defense+ a season ago (90.6, A-), but those additions, plus re-signing D.J. Jones and drafting Jahdae Barron, should ensure this unit stays elite.
Offensively, there could be more stability around second-year quarterback Bo Nix. The Oregon product had his doubters, but Denver averaged 25.0 points per game with him under center.
The ground attack left much to be desired, but Sean Payton is excited about RJ Harvey, who ran for 1,577 yards and 22 touchdowns for UCF last season. The Broncos also added Evan Engram — a proven weapon who gives this offense some pop at the tight end position.
The Broncos enter the 2025 season as a complete football team — one ready to give opponents fits on both sides of the ball.
Detroit Lions Offseason Grade: B-
Notable Additions: CB D.J. Reed, DT Levi Onwuzurike (re-signed), DT Tyleik Williams, G Tate Ratledge, WR Isaac TeSlaa, G Miles Frazier
Notable Departures: CB Carlton Davis III, EDGE Za’Darius Smith, S Will Harris, G Kevin Zeitler
The most notable changes to come from the Detroit Lions’ offseason were the departures of coordinators Ben Johnson (Bears) and Aaron Glenn (Jets), who left for their first head coaching gigs. It will be interesting to see how those losses impact a Lions team that was dominant on both sides of the ball during the regular season. They posted the best Offense+ grade in the NFL and finished fifth in Defense+.
Detroit also lost some key contributors, including cornerback Carlton Davis III, edge rusher Za’Darius Smith, and guard Kevin Zeitler. General manager Brad Holmes found potential replacements for Davis and Zeitler in D.J. Reed and second-round pick Tate Ratledge. However, they still need to get Aidan Hutchinson some pass-rushing help, especially with him coming off a season-ending leg injury.
Re-signing Levi Onwuzurike was a good move, and drafting Tyleik Williams ensures one of the NFL’s best run defenses (65.3% rush success rate; third) is deep heading into 2025.
The Isaac TeSlaa selection in the draft was an underrated pick. He’s a natural talent who needs to expand his route tree, but he’s a high-level athlete with great size and run-after-catch ability. With some development, he has the tools to become a WR3 in the Lions’ offense.
Green Bay Packers Offseason Grade: C
Notable Additions: CB Nate Hobbs, G Aaron Banks, WR Matthew Golden, WR Savion Williams, OT Anthony Belton, EDGE Barryn Sorrell, EDGE Collin Oliver
Notable Departures: DT Tedarrell Slaton, CB Eric Stokes, C Josh Myers
The Green Bay Packers are coming off an 11-6 campaign, and they’re sitting at ninth in PFSN’s power rankings. However, they did very little to get better this offseason.
The front office handed out a pair of four-year deals to Nate Hobbs and Aaron Banks, both of whom have been nice starters but far from stars. Availability has also been a question mark for both. Hobbs has missed 16 games over the last three seasons, while Banks has missed seven in that same span.
The Packers are banking on Hobbs to help improve their pass defense, which ranked 20th in pass defense success rate. Jaire Alexander’s situation is still an elephant in the room, as his future still appears very uncertain.
Green Bay’s 2025 draft class wasn’t anything to write home about either. Landing Texas wide receiver Matthew Golden at No. 23 overall was an absolute steal, and he has the potential to become a true No. 1 option for a team that notoriously lacks one. Still, the rest of their haul was underwhelming. The Anthony Belton pick felt like a reach, and they waited until the fourth round to address their need for pass rushers.
The Packers got bounced in the Wild Card Round last season. Considering how competitive the NFC North was, it’s disappointing to see what they came away from this offseason with.
Houston Texans Offseason Grade: C+
Notable Additions: WR Christian Kirk (trade), S C.J. Gardner-Johnson (trade), G Ed Ingram (trade), LT Cam Robinson, DT Sheldon Rankins, WR Braxton Berrios, G Laken Tomlinson, DT Mario Edwards Jr. (re-signed), WR Jayden Higgins, WR Jaylin Noel, OL Aireontae Ersery, RB Woody Marks, CB Jaylin Smith, S Jaylen Reed
Notable Departures: LT Laremy Tunsil (trade), G Kenyon Green (trade), S Eric Murray, WR Stefon Diggs
The offseason started a bit rocky for the Houston Texans, as their biggest weakness became even worse. They had the 31st-ranked offensive line in our rankings in 2024, ahead of only the Patriots, which played a major role in C.J. Stroud’s sophomore slump. Houston responded by trading away left tackle Laremy Tunsil, who allowed the second-lowest pressure rate at the position but also a league-leading 17 penalties.
While the Texans got good value from Washington for Tunsil, current starting left tackle Cam Robinson is a massive downgrade. They also swapped guard Kenyon Green for safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson, though they signed veteran Laken Tomlinson and made a trade with the Vikings for Ed Ingram.
Houston got the better player in the deal, but they weakened an already weak unit while adding to a secondary filled with talent. Christian Kirk may have been the Texans’ best addition this offseason because they got him for next to nothing.
The Texans’ draft class saved the front office from getting a much lower grade here. Second-round pick Aireontae Ersery is a mountain of a man, and he has starting upside in the NFL, which would be huge given the team’s offensive line woes. They selected a pair of productive Iowa State wide receivers in Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel — as Stefon Diggs is gone and Tank Dell is expected to miss a chunk of the upcoming season.
Houston also inked contract extensions for superstar cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. and versatile safety Jalen Pitre. Both are foundational pieces of the secondary, so it was smart to lock them down long term.
Indianapolis Colts Offseason Grade: C
Notable Additions: S Camryn Bynum, CB Charvarius Ward, QB Daniel Jones, TE Tyler Warren, EDGE JT Tuimoloau, CB Justin Walley, RB DJ Giddens, OT Jalen Travis
Notable Departures: C Ryan Kelly, G Will Fries, DE Dayo Odeyingbo
The Indianapolis Colts were one of the worst teams at defending deep passes last season, so landing Camryn Bynum in free agency was a good get. However, paying him $15 million per year doesn’t exactly scream value. Still, he’ll only be 27 at the start of next season and could ultimately give the Colts their money’s worth.
Charvarius Ward could provide the Colts with an elite outside cornerback, especially if he can bounce back to his 2023 form after a challenging 2024 season.
The offensive line took a hit, losing two starters to the Vikings in center Ryan Kelly and guard Will Fries. That hurts, considering the unit took a back last season after years of being elite. Luckily, Indianapolis drafted Tanor Bortolini and Matt Goncalves in 2024, so successors were in place, but they have less depth up front now.
The Colts’ 2025 draft class does feature some potential difference-makers. Penn State’s Tyler Warren is an elite weapon who can operate as a Swiss Army knife for the offense. The tight end position in Indy has lacked juice since Jack Doyle’s retirement, and Warren is arguably the best in this year’s class.
Indianapolis struggled to generate a consistent pass rush in 2024, ranking 25th in sacks (36) and 28th in pressure rate (29.1%). JT Tuimoloau gives them a steady edge rusher with three-down upside. Coupled with Samson Ebukam’s return after missing all of 2024 and a potential second-year leap from Laiatu Latu, the Colts could take a leap from last year’s lackluster production.
Jacksonville Jaguars Offseason Grade: B
Notable Additions: G Patrick Mekari, CB Jourdan Lewis, S Eric Murray, WR Dyami Brown, EDGE Emmanuel Ogbah, CB/WR Travis Hunter, OL Wyatt Milum, RB Bhayshul Tuten, CB Caleb Ransaw
Notable Departures: WR Christian Kirk (trade), TE Evan Engram, CB Ronald Darby, S Andre Cisco
The Jacksonville Jaguars made wholesale changes this offseason at the top, bringing in a new general manager (James Gladstone) and head coach (Liam Coen). The changes were much needed after a disappointing 4-13 season under Doug Pederson.
The biggest on-field addition for Jacksonville came when Gladstone and Company traded up in the draft to select Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter with the No. 2 overall pick. They paid a steep price to pull it off, but Hunter is a generational talent with rare two-way ability. This type of player doesn’t come around often, and he could easily deliver returns. The rest of the draft was less flashy but effective.
The Jaguars were big spenders early in free agency, most notably landing cornerback Jourdan Lewis, safety Eric Murray, and offensive lineman Patrick Mekari. Lewis is one of the better nickel corners in the game, and he and Murray should claim starting roles in the secondary. Mekari is a utility offensive lineman whose versatility should be a welcome addition for a unit that ranked 23rd in run-block win rate in 2024.
Jacksonville lost some offensive production after parting ways with Christian Kirk and Evan Engram. They’re hoping Hunter can hit the ground running right away and take some pressure off Brian Thomas Jr.
Kansas City Chiefs Offseason Grade: B
Notable Additions: OT Jaylon Moore, CB Kristian Fulton, DT Jerry Tillery, WR Hollywood Brown (re-signed), DE Charles Omenihu (re-signed), RB Kareem Hunt (re-signed), OT Josh Simmons, WR Jalen Royals, DT Omarr Norman-Lott, CB Nohl Williams
Notable Departures: G Joe Thuney (trade), S Justin Reid, DT Tershawn Wharton, WR DeAndre Hopkins
The Kansas City Chiefs did most of their work early in free agency, locking up Jaylon Moore to a two-year deal to be their left tackle. It was an intriguing move for a player who has flashed his ability but has not been a full-time starter in his career. The front office addressed the team’s most pressing need, but the jury is still out on whether or not Moore is the right replacement.
The Chiefs retained a bunch of their own free agents, including franchise tagging Trey Smith and re-signing Hollywood Brown and Nick Bolton. They traded away a big piece of their offensive line in Joe Thuney, though. It will be interesting to see if Kingsley Suamataia can step into the starting role at left guard. Losing Justin Reid and his veteran leadership could hurt, but Jalen Hicks appears ready for a larger role at safety.
Brett Veach and the front office had a strong showing in the 2025 NFL Draft. Getting Josh Simmons with the final pick of Round 1 was quite the coup. He fell due to injury concerns from a torn patellar tendon, but the Chiefs could afford to gamble on him. The talent is undeniable. Defensive tackle Omarr Norman-Lott and wide receiver Jalen Royals could each make tangible contributions in Year 1.
Despite the standout draft class, the lingering questions on the offensive line prevent Kansas City from getting too high a grade.
Las Vegas Raiders Offseason Grade: C
Notable Additions: QB Geno Smith (trade), G Alex Cappa, S Jeremy Chinn, CB Eric Stokes, RB Raheem Mostert, LB Devin White, LB Elandon Roberts, RB Ashton Jeanty, WR Jack Bech, WR Dont’e Thornton Jr., CB Darien Porter, OL Charles Grant, OT Caleb Rogers
Notable Departures: LB Robert Spillane, LB Divine Deablo, CB Nate Hobbs, CB Jack Jones, S Tre’von Moehrig, G Andre James, RB Alexander Mattison, QB Gardner Minshew II
After a 4-13 record in Antonio Pierce’s lone full season as head coach, the Las Vegas Raiders made a change, replacing him with Super Bowl-winning coach Pete Carroll. They also brought in a new general manager in John Spytek, signaling a new era for the rebuilding franchise.
The Raiders’ offense was plagued by lackluster quarterback play, so the front office reunited Carroll with his former Seahawks signal-caller, Geno Smith. The veteran’s QB+ grades have not been higher than a C+ in his time in Seattle, so he doesn’t come with a high ceiling. Still, he’s a solid quarterback and is certainly an upgrade over last year.
Adding Alex Cappa gives them a starting guard option after they released Andre James, but at best, that feels like a neutral pair of moves rather than an upgrade on an offensive line that ranked 22nd last year. Jeremy Chinn was another nice addition, but considering what they lost on defense, it is another move that is a net negative and does not improve a defense that ranked 21st last year.
The Raiders did put together a solid draft class, though, led by Ashton Jeanty. Their running backs combined for just 1,120 yards last season — the lowest total by any team since 2020. Jeanty provides an immediate boost and long-term stability at the position. Cornerback Darien Porter comes with plenty of upside, but he’ll be asked to do a lot with the losses of Nate Hobbs and Jack Jones.
Los Angeles Chargers Offseason Grade: C+
Notable Additions: CB Donte Jackson, RB Najee Harris, CB Benjamin St-Juste, C Bradley Bozeman (re-signed), LB Denzel Perryman (re-signed), DT Teair Tart (re-signed), WR Mike Williams, G Mekhi Becton, TE Tyler Conklin, DL Da’Shawn Hand, RB Omarion Hampton, WR Tre Harris, WR KeAndre Lambert-Smith, TE Oronde Gadsden II, EDGE Kyle Kennard, DT Jamaree Caldwell
Notable Departures: EDGE Joey Bosa, WR Joshua Palmer, DL Poona Ford, DL Morgan Fox, CB Kristian Fulton
After making the playoffs in Jim Harbaugh’s first season as head coach, there’s plenty of excitement around the Los Angeles Chargers for 2025 and beyond. However, you have to wonder if they did enough this offseason to maximize their winning window.
Re-signing Teair Tart and Khalil Mack were smart moves, especially considering they would release Joey Bosa and lose Poona Ford and Morgan Fox to free agency. After finishing fourth in Defense+, the Chargers have to replace multiple starters on their defensive front. That puts pressure on rookies Kyle Kennard and Jamaree Caldwell to step up early in their careers.
Where Los Angeles could take a step forward is on the offensive side of the ball. They averaged 4.1 yards per carry (24th in the NFL) and 2.67 yards after contact per rush (27th) last season. With the additions of Omarion Hampton and Najee Harris, the Chargers’ ground game could be much more powerful and resemble what we expect from a Harbaugh and Greg Roman-coached team.
Tre Harris, KeAndre Lambert-Smith, and Oronde Gadsden II are intriguing playmakers who could join Ladd McConkey as weapons for Justin Herbert. The offense should be much improved in 2025, but there are doubts about whether the defense will be elite again.
Los Angeles Rams Offseason Grade: B+
Notable Additions: WR Davante Adams, QB Matthew Stafford (extended), DL Poona Ford, C Coleman Shelton, CB Ahkello Witherspoon (re-signed), LB Nate Landman, LB Chris Paul Jr., TE Terrance Ferguson, DT Ty Hamilton, EDGE Josaiah Stewart, RB Jarquez Hunter
Notable Departures: G Jonah Jackson (trade), WR Cooper Kupp, WR Demarcus Robinson, EDGE Michael Hoecht, DT Bobby Brown III, ILB Christian Rozeboom
Matthew Stafford’s future with the Los Angeles Rams was up in the air heading into the offseason. Rumors swirled, but the team ultimately retained its veteran quarterback. His extension sends a win-now message to their roster and to the rest of the league. They backed up that messaging by bringing in Davante Adams to replace Cooper Kupp, a move that gives this offense more upside than it showed a season ago.
Adding Poona Ford wasn’t a flashy move, but his presence should help improve a defense that ranked 23rd in rush defense success rate in 2024. Despite losing Michael Hoecht, the Rams still have a formidable defensive front, led by Jared Verse, Kobie Turner, and Byron Young.
Los Angeles’ 2025 draft class wasn’t overly impressive, but tight end Terrance Ferguson is an interesting prospect. Sean McVay loves to get his tight ends involved, and Ferguson is an elite athlete with exciting potential in their scheme. Chris Paul Jr. has the upside of a starting linebacker at some point early in his career.
The Rams didn’t do much to address the cornerback position, though, outside of retaining Ahkello Witherspoon. That’s a bit concerning for a unit that struggled with inconsistency against the pass for much of last season.
Miami Dolphins Offseason Grade: D+
Notable Additions: QB Zach Wilson, G James Daniels, WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, S Ifeatu Melifonwu, S Ashtyn Davis, LB K.J. Britt, RB Alexander Mattison, LB Tyrell Dodson (re-signed), G Jonah Savaiinaea, DT Kenneth Grant, DT Jordan Phillips, CB Jason Marshall Jr., QB Quinn Ewers
Notable Departures: S Jevón Holland, WR Braxton Berrios, CB Kendall Fuller, RB Raheem Mostert, LB Anthony Walker, OT Terron Armstead
The Miami Dolphins’ 8-9 record was a disappointment, but injuries played a role in their struggles. With that being said, the team doesn’t appear to be in much better shape heading into the new season than it was entering the offseason.
With a healthy Tua Tagovailoa, this offense has the potential to rebound in 2025. However, given his injury history, one would expect Miami to have a better contingency plan at backup quarterback than Zach Wilson and a rookie Quinn Ewers. With their difficult cap situation, the Dolphins weren’t able to do much in free agency in general. However, signing James Daniels and Nick Westbrook-Ikhine were positive moves.
In the draft, the Dolphins focused on getting stronger in the trenches, landing two potential Year 1 starters in guard Jonah Savaiinaea and defensive tackle Kenneth Grant. Jordan Phillips is raw, but he could help bolster a rather weak interior defensive line at some point. The rest of the class comes with question marks around how much they can contribute early on.
Miami faced a good bit of turnover this offseason, losing several key contributors, including Jevón Holland, Raheem Mostert, and Terron Armstead. The Jalen Ramsey situation is still lingering, and how Chris Grier handles that situation could alter this grade.
Minnesota Vikings Offseason Grade: B+
Notable Additions: DT Jonathan Allen, DT Javon Hargrave, C Ryan Kelly, G Will Fries, CB Isaiah Rodgers, RB Aaron Jones (re-signed), CB Byron Murphy Jr. (re-signed), S Harrison Smith (re-signed), RB Jordan Mason (trade), G Donovan Jackson, WR Tai Felton, LB Kobe King, DL Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins
Notable Departures: QB Sam Darnold, S Camryn Bynum, EDGE Patrick Jones II, QB Daniel Jones, OT Cam Robinson, C Garrett Bradbury, G Ed Ingram (trade)
After a disappointing end to the 2024 campaign, the Minnesota Vikings made some big moves this offseason, most notably moving on from Sam Darnold and passing on Aaron Rodgers despite the swirling rumors. Darnold enjoyed a revival under Kevin O’Connell, but it’s J.J. McCarthy’s time after missing his entire rookie season.
Kwesi Adofo-Mensah made smart moves to help ensure his young quarterback is set up for success in 2025. He bolstered the interior of the offensive line, bringing in former Colts starters Ryan Kelly and Will Fries.
With Christian Darrisaw, Brian O’Neill, and rookie Donovan Jackson, the ninth-ranked offensive line last season could be an elite unit in 2025. Minnesota also re-signed Aaron Jones and traded for Jordan Mason, solidifying the run game.
Defensively, losing safety Camryn Bynum could hurt, but they retained Harrison Smith and Byron Murphy Jr. Minnesota bolstered its interior defensive line depth as well, signing Jonathan Allen to a three-year deal and scooping up Javon Hargrave after he was released by the 49ers.
The Vikings’ coaching staff also remained intact after winning 14 games in 2024, which is impressive.
New England Patriots Offseason Grade: A-
Notable Additions: CB Carlton Davis III, DT Milton Williams, WR Stefon Diggs, EDGE Harold Landry III, EDGE K’Lavon Chaisson, OT Morgan Moses, C Garrett Bradbury, LB Robert Spillane, WR Mack Hollins, OT Will Campbell, WR Kyle Williams, RB TreVeyon Henderson, C Jared Wilson, EDGE Bradyn Swinson, DT Joshua Farmer
Notable Departures: DT Davon Godchaux, CB Jonathan Jones, DE Deatrich Wise Jr., C David Andrews, LB Ja’Whaun Bentley
The New England Patriots are undoubtedly one of the winners of the NFL offseason. First and foremost, they moved on from Jerod Mayo after one season as head coach, replacing him with another familiar face in Mike Vrabel. He’s a former Coach of the Year and has multiple playoff appearances under his belt from his tenure with Tennessee. Josh McDaniels also returns as offensive coordinator, which could bode well for Drake Maye’s development.
The front office was active in free agency, adding talent at all three levels of the defense. New England finished the year ranked 30th in Defense+, but the combination of Harold Landry III, Milton Williams, Robert Spillane, and Carlton Davis III gives this defense a very different look from what we saw in 2024. Davis and Christian Gonzalez form one of the strongest cornerback duos in the league.
Offensively, the Patriots may have paid a hefty price for Stefon Diggs ($23 million per year), but the four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver fills a need and could be a go-to target for Maye. Eliot Wolf also shone in the draft, coming away with a haul of players who could contribute early on in their careers.
Will Campbell upgrades an offensive line that ranked last in run block win rate and 31st in pass block win rate. TreVeyon Henderson is an incredibly versatile back who strengthens the ground game alongside Rhamondre Stevenson and Antonio Gibson. Kyle Williams joins a deep receiving corps, but his playmaking ability could earn him early snaps.
The Patriots are 23rd in our current power rankings, but there’s upside for more after an incredibly strong offseason.
New Orleans Saints Offseason Grade: D
Notable Additions: S Justin Reid, WR Brandin Cooks, DT Davon Godchaux (trade), DE Chase Young (re-signed), TE Juwan Johnson (re-signed), OT Kelvin Banks Jr., QB Tyler Shough, DT Vernon Broughton, S Jonas Sanker, LB Danny Stutsman, RB Devin Neal
Notable Departures: CB Paulson Adebo, DE Payton Turner, WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling, QB Derek Carr (retired)
Having enjoyed success as an offensive coordinator, including for the Super Bowl champions, Philadelphia, Kellen Moore has finally landed his first NFL head coaching gig. It appears to be a good move for the New Orleans Saints, who finished 22nd in Offense+ last season. However, it’s hard to be optimistic about their chances in 2025 after Derek Carr’s retirement.
There were questions about Carr’s future in New Orleans, but he at least offered stability as a proven veteran. His retirement leaves rookie Tyler Shough (26 years old), Spencer Rattler, and Jake Haener as the only quarterbacks on the roster. Even with Alvin Kamara, a decent receiving corps that now includes Brandin Cooks, and the addition of Kelvin Banks Jr. at left tackle, this offense has a pretty low ceiling.
The Saints also lost Paulson Adebo to free agency, which leaves more questions than answers at the cornerback position after they traded Marshon Lattimore last season. Elsewhere on defense, they re-signed Chase Young and brought in Davon Godchaux to help improve their porous run defense. Justin Reid was a good pickup for the secondary. Danny Stutsman also had the physical tools to make an impact in Year 1.
There’s not a ton to be excited about for the Saints heading into 2025. In fact, there’s reason to believe this team could take a step back.
New York Giants Offseason Grade: B
Notable Additions: QB Russell Wilson, CB Paulson Adebo, S Jevón Holland, QB Jameis Winston, DT Roy Robertson-Harris, DL Chauncey Golston, WR Darius Slayton (re-signed), P Jamie Gillan (re-signed), QB Tommy DeVito (re-signed), G Greg Van Roten (re-signed), EDGE Abdul Carter, QB Jaxson Dart, RB Cam Skattebo, OL Marcus Mbow, DT Darius Alexander
Notable Departures: OLB Azeez Ojulari
The biggest question for the New York Giants heading into the offseason was what they would do at the quarterback position, which has been a revolving door of sorts.
After missing out on Matthew Stafford and Geno Smith, New York settled on fellow veterans Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston. Neither should be considered a difference-maker, but either could be a good bridge quarterback to eventually turn the reins over to first-round pick, Jaxson Dart.
Other than Wilson and Winston, Joe Schoen and company were relatively quiet on the offensive front in free agency, besides re-signing Darius Slayton. They actively addressed the defensive side of the ball, though. Paulson Adebo and Jevón Holland give them young high-upside defensive backs who should start in 2025.
The Giants came away with a promising draft class, led by Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter. The trio of Carter, Brian Burns, and Kayvon Thibodeaux could be a nightmare for opposing quarterbacks.
Darius Alexander helps bolster the interior of the defensive line alongside Dexter Lawrence II and Roy Robertson-Harris. Marcus Mbow is an offensive lineman whose versatility is his greatest strength. Cam Skattebo solidifies the rushing attack after Tyrone Tracy Jr.’s impressive rookie season.
When looking back at the 2025 draft class and the offseason as a whole, we’ll judge it by what becomes of Dart and whether or not he can establish himself as the quarterback of the future.
New York Jets Offseason Grade: B+
Notable Additions: QB Justin Fields, LB Jamien Sherwood (re-signed), CB Brandon Stephens, S Andre Cisco, OT Chukwuma Okorafor, C Josh Myers, LB Jamin Davis, WR Josh Reynolds, DT Derrick Nnadi, DL Byron Cowart, OT Armand Membou, TE Mason Taylor, WR Arian Smith, CB Azareye’h Thomas
Notable Departures: QB Aaron Rodgers, WR Davante Adams, DE Haason Reddick, CB D.J. Reed, DT Javon Kinlaw, OT Morgan Moses, LB C.J. Mosley, TE Tyler Conklin
The drama-filled Aaron Rodgers era is officially over for the New York Jets. The franchise has a new leader in former Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn. Bringing in Glenn is a smart move, not only because he starred for the Jets during his playing career but also because he has the goods to turn this defense around after a decline in 2024 (15th in Defense+ metric). Glenn led Detroit’s defense to a top-five finish.
New York also has a new quarterback in Justin Fields, who has been a polarizing player since entering the league. The jury is still out on whether or not Fields can be a long-term starter in the NFL, but he’s going to have every opportunity to prove himself with the Jets, as he won’t face much competition from the rest of the QB room. The team also gambled on him as QB1 for $40 million over two years.
Outside of Rodgers, the Jets lost some other big names in the offseason, including Davante Adams, D.J. Reed, Haason Reddick, Morgan Moses, and C.J. Mosley. Newcomers Andre Cisco, Brandon Stephens, Josh Reynolds, and Derrick Nnadi could make an impact, though.
New general manager Darren Mougey had his work cut out for him heading into the draft, but he did a fine job. Armand Membou gives New York a talented young bookend duo to build around on the offensive line. Mason Taylor and Arian Smith add some much-needed pass-catching juice to help take some of the pressure off Garrett Wilson.
Philadelphia Eagles Offseason Grade: B
Notable Additions: QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson (trade), G Kenyon Green (trade), RB A.J. Dillon, DE Azeez Ojulari, DE Josh Uche, CB Adoree’ Jackson, LB Jihaad Campbell, DT Ty Robinson, S Andrew Mukuba
Notable Departures: EDGE Josh Sweat, DT Milton Williams, G Mekhi Becton, CB Darius Slay Jr., CB Isaiah Rodgers, RB Kenneth Gainwell, QB Kenny Pickett (trade), S C.J. Gardner-Johnson (trade)
After winning the Super Bowl, the Philadelphia Eagles have officially gone from the hunter to the hunted. Naturally, their loaded roster took a noticeable hit this offseason. That turnover included saying goodbye to key contributors like Josh Sweat, Darius Slay Jr., Milton Williams, Mekhi Becton, and C.J. Gardner-Johnson.
Philadelphia didn’t recoup nearly as much as it lost during free agency. Azeez Ojulari and Josh Uche offer depth on the edge, while A.J. Dillon could be solid behind Saquon Barkley and a strong offensive line. The Eagles also re-signed All-Pro Zack Baun after a breakout year.
Despite what they lost, Howie Roseman, who’s known as one of the savviest general managers in the business, put together an impressive 2025 draft class. The cream of the crop is former Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell, who slid due to injury concerns but has transcendent upside. Pairing him with Baun could be absolutely scary.
Rookie Ty Robinson is well-built, and his growth as an interior pass rusher could get him into the rotation behind Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis.
The Eagles took some hits this offseason, but they also gave a few licks back. Surely, they didn’t expect the road to a repeat wouldn’t be one that’s easily traveled.
Pittsburgh Steelers Offseason Grade: B-
Notable Additions: WR DK Metcalf (trade), RB Kenneth Gainwell, CB Darius Slay Jr., QB Mason Rudolph, WR Robert Woods, LB Malik Harrison, S Juan Thornhill, DL Derrick Harmon, RB Kaleb Johnson, QB Will Howard, EDGE Jack Sawyer
Notable Departures: WR George Pickens (trade), QB Justin Fields, QB Russell Wilson, RB Najee Harris, OT Dan Moore Jr., G James Daniels, DT Larry Ogunjobi, CB Donte Jackson, WR Mike Williams
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ offseason grade is still incomplete at the moment, as the Aaron Rodgers situation remains uncertain. There is a glaring hole at the quarterback position, and Pittsburgh has been content up to this point to wait on the four-time MVP. Going into the new season with either Mason Rudolph or Will Howard would dampen expectations significantly.
The Steelers’ biggest splash this offseason was acquiring two-time Pro Bowler DK Metcalf from the Seahawks. He and George Pickens were supposed to form a lethal wide receiver duo, but things took a turn. Pittsburgh ended up shipping Pickens to Dallas for a 2026 third-round pick and a 2027 fifth-rounder. While that’s good compensation, it leaves the offense with limited talent and depth at wideout.
Though the Steelers moved on from Najee Harris in free agency, their ground game could still be formidable in 2025, thanks to the addition of former Iowa standout Kaleb Johnson. He has excellent vision and instincts and will ease the burden on Jaylen Warren, who hasn’t proven he can handle a lead back’s workload.
Two moves in particular stand out on the defensive side. Derrick Harmon injects talent into the Steelers’ interior defensive line. He has upside as a run defender, but he’s already violent and polished as a pass rusher. Darius Slay Jr.’s arrival should help a pass defense that ranked 23rd in pass defense success rate in 2024 (42.7%).
San Francisco 49ers Offseason Grade: D
Notable Additions: WR Demarcus Robinson, QB Mac Jones, TE Luke Farrell, CB Tre Brown, S Jason Pinnock, EDGE Mykel Williams, LB Nick Martin, DT C.J. West, DT Alfred Collins, WR Jordan Watkins, RB Jordan James
Notable Departures: WR Deebo Samuel Sr. (trade), RB Jordan Mason (trade), OT Jaylon Moore, G Aaron Banks, S Talanoa Hufanga, CB Charvarius Ward, LB Dre Greenlaw, DT Javon Hargrave, DT Maliek Collins, DE Leonard Floyd
The highlight of the San Francisco 49ers’ offseason is the long-awaited Brock Purdy contract extension. John Lynch and the front office awarded 2022’s Mr. Irrelevant with a new five-year, $265 million deal.
Locking up their quarterback long term was one of the few bright spots for San Francisco. The front office allowed a lot of veteran talent to leave through free agency and trades, including Deebo Samuel Sr., Charvarius Ward, and Dre Greenlaw. With so many holes to fill, the Niners didn’t come away from free agency with nearly enough, Tre Brown and Demarcus Robinson being the highlights.
The 49ers’ 2025 draft class had its highs and lows. Mykel Williams was a polarizing prospect as he possesses elite physical traits, but his college production didn’t match. C.J. West and Alfred Collins could help fill the void left by Maliek Collins and Javon Hargrave, but they’ll have their work cut out to improve a defense that ranked 28th in EPA per rush and 25th in run defense success rate.
San Francisco did bring back Robert Saleh as defensive coordinator, which could be a positive. Unfortunately, he won’t have the same level of talent across the board as when he was last there.
Seattle Seahawks Offseason Grade: C+
Notable Additions: QB Sam Darnold, WR Cooper Kupp, WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling, DE DeMarcus Lawrence, OL Zabel Grey, S Nick Emmanwori, QB Jalen Milroe, DT Rylie Mills, WR Tory Horton, TE Elijah Arroyo
Notable Departures: QB Geno Smith (trade), WR DK Metcalf (trade), WR Tyler Lockett, DE Dre’Mont Jones, S Rayshawn Jenkins, G Laken Tomlinson
Coming off an upstart first season under Mike Macdonald, the Seattle Seahawks had a respectable offseason. The defensive-minded coach tabbed Klint Kubiak to replace Ryan Grubb as offensive coordinator to bring a more balanced approach. The personnel will look a bit different from when he was hired, though.
The Seahawks traded Geno Smith to the Raiders and replaced him with Sam Darnold. Under Kevin O’Connell, Darnold revived his career in Minnesota. He’s a slight upgrade over Smith in terms of QB+ from last season, having ranked 12th compared to Smith’s 15th-place finish. Darnold comes with a lot more risk than Smith, but he also comes with a higher ceiling with the right pieces.
Darnold won’t have DK Metcalf at his disposal after the team traded him to the Steelers. They also moved on from Tyler Lockett. However, the Seahawks did sign Cooper Kupp, a player they’re very familiar with from playing him twice a year as a member of the Rams. A healthy Kupp paired with Jaxon Smith-Njigba creates a dynamic tandem at wide receiver.
Grabbing Grey Zabel in the first round will also help support Darnold, as the offensive line wasn’t as solid on the interior.
Defensively, adding veteran pass rusher DeMarcus Lawrence reinforces a strength, as the Seahawks generated pressure without blitzing at the third-highest rate of any defense (36.5%) in 2024. They may have overpaid for him, though, as Lawrence projects as a rotational edge rusher at this stage of his career. Nick Emmanwori adds some juice on the back end of a defense that finished sixth in Defense+.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Offseason Grade: B+
Notable Additions: WR Chris Godwin, EDGE Haason Reddick, LB Anthony Walker, G Ben Bredeson (re-signed), OLB Anthony Nelson (re-signed), DT Greg Gaines (re-signed), WR Emeka Egbuka, WR Tez Johnson, CB Benjamin Morrison, CB Jacob Parrish, EDGE David Walker, EDGE Elijah Roberts
Notable Departures: LB K.J. Britt
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have to be feeling pretty good about their offseason. Offensive coordinator Liam Coen was their only significant departure, as he left to become the head coach of the Jaguars. Todd Bowles chose to promote from within, though, naming passing game coordinator Josh Grizzard the new OC.
Tampa Bay elected to re-sign 29-year-old Chris Godwin to a three-year deal to post another top-five offensive season. Of course, the dislocated ankle that ended his 2024 season early looms, but he’s an established weapon in a dangerous receiving corps. If he’s not ready, the Bucs added another explosive wideout in Emeka Egbuka through the draft.
Tampa Bay’s 2025 draft class also features Benjamin Morrison, a player who was trending toward a first-round grade before an ACL tear. He is an NFL-ready player who should benefit from the solid infrastructure that this franchise has. He and Jacob Parrish should improve a secondary that lacked depth last season.
Haason Reddick has struggled to live up to expectations since being the 13th overall pick in 2017, but an offensive-oriented team taking a one-year flier, even at $14 million, is a logical move with much more potential reward than risk.
Tennessee Titans Offseason Grade: B+
Notable Additions: OT Dan Moore Jr., G Kevin Zeitler, LB Cody Barton, S Xavier Woods, WR Tyler Lockett, WR Van Jefferson, DL Dre’Mont Jones, OLB Lorenzo Carter, QB Cam Ward, WR Chimere Dike, WR Elic Ayomanor, G Jackson Slater, S Kevin Winston Jr., TE Gunnar Helm, EDGE Oluwafemi Oladejo
Notable Departures: EDGE Harold Landry III, WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, LB Kenneth Murray Jr. (trade)
The Tennessee Titans are preparing to usher in the Cam Ward era. After swinging and missing on Will Levis in the 2023 draft, the front office hopes this year’s No. 1 overall pick can be the franchise cornerstone at quarterback that it’s been longing for.
The Titans opened up on Day 3 of the draft by taking three straight pass-catchers to support their young quarterback. Elic Ayomanor stands out because he combines size, speed, and explosiveness. He will look to carve out a role in a wide receiver room that also features Calvin Ridley and free-agent addition Tyler Lockett.
Tennessee’s biggest moves in free agency were on the offensive line, signing Dan Moore Jr. and Kevin Zeitler. Moore’s arrival allows JC Latham to play his more natural right tackle position, while Zeitler should form a strong guard tandem with Peter Skoronski. Suddenly, last year’s 28th-ranked offensive line by PFSN’s rankings looks like a potential strength. That should bode well for Ward in his first NFL season.
On the defensive side of the ball, the Titans parted ways with edge rusher Harold Landry III and linebacker Kenneth Murray Jr. The addition of Cody Barton shouldn’t be overlooked, though, after leading the Broncos in defensive snaps in 2024.
Washington Commanders Offseason Grade: A-
Notable Additions: WR Deebo Samuel Sr. (trade), LT Laremy Tunsil (trade), DT Javon Kinlaw, DE Deatrich Wise Jr., CB Jonathan Jones, S Will Harris, LB Bobby Wagner (re-signed), TE Zach Ertz (re-signed), WR Noah Brown (re-signed), CB Noah Igbinoghene (re-signed), K Matt Gay, CB Trey Amos, OT Josh Conerly Jr., WR Jaylin Lane
Notable Departures: DT Jonathan Allen, WR Dyami Brown, S Jeremy Chinn, OT Cornelius Lucas, CB Benjamin St-Juste, DE Dante Fowler Jr.
The Washington Commanders shocked a lot of people last season, advancing all the way to the NFC Championship Game. The front office followed it up with a strong showing in the offseason.
Washington pulled off two trades that could help shift the landscape in the NFC. Landing Deebo Samuel Sr. from San Francisco was a big get. While he hasn’t delivered elite production in the past couple of seasons, his game should mesh well with Jayden Daniels’ strengths. Samuel and Terry McLaurin should be a dynamic 1-2 punch at receiver.
The Laremy Tunsil trade gives them yet another way to ensure that Year 2 of Daniels is as effective, if not more so, than Year 1. Rookie Josh Conerly Jr. also offers versatility in the trenches.
The Commanders did lose some key contributors, most notably on the defensive side of the ball, with Jonathan Allen, Jeremy Chinn, and Dante Fowler Jr. However, they were able to replace them with the likes of Javon Kinlaw, Deatrich Wise Jr., and Will Harris. Jonathan Jones and 2025 draft pick Trey Amos should also help improve the back end, which played better down the stretch last season.
Washington also took care of its own, retaining Bobby Wagner, Zach Ertz, Noah Brown, and Noah Igbinoghene. The Commanders re-tooled and are ready to run it back.