The 2025 NFL draft is already history, and the rookies are starting their minicamps with their new teams. The Titans selected quarterback Cam Ward with the first pick, the Packers chose wide receiver Matthew Golden at pick 23, and the Eagles reinforced their linebacker corps with Jihaad Campbell.
Now that the main free agency and draft have concluded, Alofoke Deportes presents a re-evaluation of the 32 teams.
In addition to this post-draft list, Alofoke Deportes reporters have chosen the position that has improved the most for the team they cover. These changes are not specifically related to the draft, but also to the free agent signings that could lead to significant improvements in 2025.
Our panel of over 80 writers, editors, and television personalities evaluates how NFL teams compare to each other, ranking them from 1 to 32.
NFL Team Rankings
- Kansas City Chiefs
- Philadelphia Eagles
- Buffalo Bills
- Detroit Lions
- Baltimore Ravens
- Washington Commanders
- Los Angeles Rams
- Green Bay Packers
- Minnesota Vikings
- Cincinnati Bengals
- Los Angeles Chargers
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Houston Texans
- Denver Broncos
- San Francisco 49ers
Analysis of the teams
1. Kansas City Chiefs
Most improved position: Wide receiver.
The Chiefs are counting on the return of two key receivers who missed much of last season due to injuries. Rashee Rice led the league with 24 receptions in the first three games before a season-ending knee injury, while Hollywood Brown only played in two regular season games due to injury. Rice and Brown will combine with Xavier Worthy to give the Chiefs a potent receiving group. With the selection of Jalen Royals in the fourth round, Kansas City also added speed and run-after-the-catch ability on the outside. — Adam Teicher
2. Philadelphia Eagles
Most improved position: Defensive midfielder.
The Eagles lost a lot of talent on defense this offseason with the departures of defensive ends Josh Sweat and Brandon Graham, cornerback Darius Slay Jr., safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson, and defensive tackle Milton Williams. The story was different at the linebacker position, as they re-signed Zack Baun to a lucrative contract, drafted Jihaad Campbell in the first round, and then added Smael Mondon Jr. in the fifth. Nakobe Dean is still recovering from a torn patellar tendon, but Philadelphia will have plenty of options at the linebacker position once he’s healthy. — Tim McManus
3. Buffalo Bills
Most improved position: Defensive line.
There isn’t an area the Bills have addressed more thoroughly this offseason than the defensive line. They drafted three players for the unit (T.J. Sanders, Landon Jackson and Deone Walker), even after adding Joey Bosa, Michael Hoecht and Larry Ogunjobi in free agency. The team also signed Greg Rousseau to a four-year contract extension. By bringing in young and veteran players, the Bills have revamped a 2024 group that was part of the worst pass defense and third-down defense (44% conversion rate) of Sean McDermott’s eight years. — Alaina Getzenberg
4. Detroit Lions
Most improved position: Offensive line.
Over the past three seasons, the offensive line has been one of the strongest units on the roster. However, after losing veteran guard Kevin Zeitler to the Titans in free agency, Lions general manager Brad Holmes used draft picks to keep that unit rolling. He selected versatile offensive linemen Tate Ratledge and Miles Frazier, who will be coached at different positions so they can reinforce the offensive line. Those rookies will also learn from veterans like Graham Glasgow, who has thrived in the NFL due to his positional versatility. — Eric Woodyard
5. Baltimore Ravens
Most improved position: Pass defense.
The Ravens’ first two draft selections were defensive players who ranked among Mel Kiper Jr.’s top 25 prospects: safety Malaki Starks and defensive end Mike Green. Both will have an immediate impact on a Baltimore pass defense that allowed 244.1 yards per game in 2024, the franchise’s third-worst in the last 25 seasons. Baltimore believes Starks’ speed will reduce explosive plays, while Green’s explosiveness will disrupt quarterbacks. This combination should help finish games for the Ravens, who allowed the most fourth-quarter touchdown passes last season. — Jamison Hensley
6. Washington Commanders
Most improved position: Offensive line.
Although other areas could improve, the line has definitely improved. Washington traded for five-time Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil and selected tackle Josh Conerly Jr. in the first round. Those moves allow them to move 2024 third-round pick Brandon Coleman, who started 15 games, including all three postseason games. Coleman could end up playing guard, which would give Washington a talented front once right guard Sam Cosmi returns from an ACL tear. Washington was determined to protect its biggest asset, quarterback Jayden Daniels, while also boosting the running game. — John Keim
7. Los Angeles Rams
Most improved position: Wide receiver.
The Rams made a significant change to their receiving corps, signing Davante Adams and releasing Cooper Kupp after they couldn’t find a trade for him. They also re-signed wide receiver Tutu Atwell in free agency. Although Adams’ 85 receptions for 1,063 yards (for the Jets and Raiders) last season were the fewest since 2019, his 59 receiving touchdowns over the past five years lead the NFL. With Adams and Puka Nacua, the Rams didn’t feel they had to draft a receiver early. They took a seventh-round gamble with Konata Mumpfield from Pitt. — Sarah Barshop
8. Green Bay Packers
Most improved position: Wide receiver.
Sure, the Packers have a handful of rookie receivers, and general manager Brian Gutekunst has said in the past that it’s one of the most difficult positions to make an immediate impact. Still, Green Bay invested two of their first three draft picks at the position, taking Matthew Golden at No. 23 and Savion Williams at No. 87. After the draft, Gutekunst said: “I didn’t think I’d be here talking about taking two receivers.” But with Christian Watson likely out until November with a torn ACL, the Packers needed to make those selections. They also signed Mecole Hardman in free agency, but he’s not guaranteed a roster spot. — Rob Demovsky
9. Minnesota Vikings
Most improved position: Interior offensive line.
The Vikings revamped three positions on their interior offensive line, committing $106 million in free agency to sign center Ryan Kelly and right guard Will Fries. They used their first draft pick on Donovan Jackson, who will likely be their new left guard. The area was a significant need for improvement. Their centers and guards ranked in the bottom 10 last season in block win rate. In 2025, the Vikings will likely have three first-round picks (Jackson, Kelly, and left tackle Christian Darrisaw) and a second-round pick (right tackle Brian O’Neill) in their starting lineup. — Kevin Seifert
10. Cincinnati Bengals
Most improved position: Runner.
There isn’t much to choose from given the Bengals’ lack of splashy moves in the offseason. The big spending went toward maintaining strength at the wide receiver position (Tee Higgins, Ja’Marr Chase). But by bringing back Samaje Perine and selecting Tahj Brooks, Cincinnati should have an improved backfield group behind Chase Brown, who will be the featured player. — Ben Baby
11. Los Angeles Chargers
Most improved position: Runner.
Dominant ground games have been a staple of Jim Harbaugh-coached teams, but last season’s backfield of J.K. Dobbins and Gus Edwards was disappointing. The Chargers ran for 110.7 yards per game, the fewest in a season by any NFL or FBS team coached by Harbaugh (Stanford, 49ers and Michigan). The Chargers improved at the position, signing Najee Harris and selecting Omarion Hampton in the first round. Harris and Hampton should give the Chargers the ground game Harbaugh envisioned when he arrived in Los Angeles. — Kris Rhim
12. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Most Improved Position: Pressure on the quarterback.
This is a close call between the edge rushers and the cornerbacks, but let’s give the nod to the pass rush here. The Bucs signed a low-risk, potentially high-reward free agent in Haason Reddick, who has produced double-digit sacks in all but one season since becoming an elite full-time pass rusher in 2020. On Day 3 of the draft, they selected speedy defensive end David Walker and powerful Elijah Roberts. Walker recorded 31 sacks and 191 tackles at Central Arkansas. Roberts had 17.5 sacks in two seasons at SMU, and the 278-pounder can line up on the edge or inside. — Jenna Laine
13. Houston Texans
Most improved position: Secondary.
The Texans brought in safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson, who is a ball hawk with six interceptions in two of the last three seasons. He brings a competitive attitude that can only elevate a talented secondary that has All-Pro cornerback Derek Stingley Jr., cornerback Kamari Lassiter, nickelback Jalen Pitre, and safety Calen Bullock. Houston’s 2024 unit combined for 14 interceptions and ranked sixth in passing yards allowed. Gardner-Johnson could turn this promising unit into the best in the league. — DJ Bien-Aime
14. Denver Broncos
Most improved position: Secondary.
It’s hard to believe that one of the league’s best secondary units has gotten even better, but it has. One of the Broncos’ biggest free-agent signings was safety Talanoa Hufanga, who was an All-Pro in 2022 for the 49ers. And one of the best value draft picks was the selection of cornerback Jahdae Barron at pick 20. This new group gives defensive coordinator Vance Joseph a variety of coverage options, and makes it more difficult for opposing quarterbacks to simply avoid Defensive Player of the Year Pat Surtain II. — Jeff Legwold
15. San Francisco 49ers
Most improved position: Defensive line.
The 49ers didn’t spend much in free agency, but the defensive line should regain its former dominance if their draft picks pan out. San Francisco used picks on defensive end Mykel Williams at No. 11 and two defensive tackles (Alfred Collins at No. 43 and CJ West at No. 113). All three could be starters in September after the Niners parted ways with elite pass rusher Leonard Floyd along with tackles Javon Hargrave and Maliek Collins in March. That trio of rookies joins mainstays…
