NFL Power Rankings: Sizing up each team after the draft
NFL Power Rankings are selected by a panel of theScore's football editors.
This week, we look at where each team stands following the 2025 NFL Draft.
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1. Philadelphia Eagles
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The Eagles picked up the best linebacker in the draft in Jihaad Campbell, only elevating their defense's status as one of the league's best. Philadelphia also filled the voids left by Darius Slay and C.J. Gardner-Johnson in the draft, adding Andrew Mukuba and Mac McWilliams, respectively.
2. Kansas City Chiefs
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The Chiefs had a need at offensive line after it fell apart in the Super Bowl. Adding first-round pick Josh Simmons fixes that problem, and selecting wide receiver Jalen Royals later on gives Patrick Mahomes another target.
3. Buffalo Bills
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It's clear Sean McDermott was trying to replenish a defense that tailed off last year early in the draft. The Bills will need Maxwell Hairston to pan out better than Kaiir Elam, the last first-round cornerback they took.
4. Baltimore Ravens
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Malaki Starks is now the third defensive back the Ravens have selected in the last four first rounds as they slowly but surely rebuild their secondary. Baltimore has all the ingredients of a Super Bowl contender.
5. Detroit Lions
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The Lions lost both coordinators, but they're returning one of the NFL's top rosters. Their draft class is underwhelming on paper, headlined by defensive tackle Tyleik Williams. However, Dan Campbell deserves the benefit of the doubt to continue the team's success.
6. Washington Commanders
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General manager Adam Peters made it a priority this offseason to shore up Jayden Daniels' protection. He traded for Laremy Tunsil and drafted Josh Conerly Jr. with a first-round pick. If Daniels can replicate his 2024 success, the Commanders are poised to compete with the Eagles for a division crown.
7. Minnesota Vikings
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The Vikings made the most of the few draft picks they had. First-round offensive lineman Donovan Jackson polishes off a revamped interior offensive line, while Tai Felton is another receiver in the mix. Acquiring Sam Howell from the Seahawks also provides some much-needed insurance to the quarterback room.
8. Los Angeles Rams
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The Rams are set to make another run at an NFC title. Adding Davante Adams will provide juice to an offense that lacked playmakers outside of Puka Nacua last season, and second-round tight end Terrance Ferguson could help as well.
9. Green Bay Packers
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The Packers drafted weapons for Jordan Love, selecting Matthew Golden and Savion Williams in the first and third rounds, respectively. Outside of a question mark at cornerback, the Packers' roster is among the NFL's best.
10. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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We're not sure how the Bucs will get all their receivers on the field at the same time, but there's nothing negative to say about adding a player with Emeka Egbuka's talent. Cornerbacks Benjamin Morrison and Jacob Parrish were excellent value on Day 2. It's clear Tampa Bay improved its roster after the draft.
11. Los Angeles Chargers
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Jim Harbaugh is going to get his wish for a smashmouth football team. First, he signed Najee Harris as a free agent. Then, he drafted North Carolina tailback Omarion Hampton in the first round. Fear not for Justin Herbert, who also got a new weapon in Tre Harris on Day 2.
12. Denver Broncos
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If opposing offenses thought they had it tough going against Pat Surtain, they're not ready for what could be coming with cornerback Jahdae Barron alongside him. Sean Payton also finally got his dynamic running back in RJ Harvey. The Broncos followed some nice moves in free agency with some more in the draft.
13. Houston Texans
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C.J. Stroud has to be thrilled with Houston drafting Iowa State receivers Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel. The Texans are a threat to make a run in the AFC if their offensive line can protect the young quarterback.
14. Chicago Bears
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Ben Johnson got his version of Sam LaPorta in Colston Loveland in the first round. The big-play tight end should bring a new element to Chicago's offense, while second-round wideout Luther Burden is a project the Bears just couldn't afford to pass up.
15. Cincinnati Bengals
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There's also a lot of potential reward in the Bengals' draft class, but there's also a lot of risk. They used their top pick on edge rusher Shemar Stewart, adding a raw player to a win-now roster.
16. San Francisco 49ers
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Defense, defense, defense. The 49ers' defense finished 29th in points allowed last season. So, naturally, they spent their first five picks on that side of the ball, including their first on edge rusher Mykel Williams.
17. Seattle Seahawks
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The Seahawks drafted three offensive linemen, including first-rounder Grey Zabel, to help fortify a unit that struggled last season. Nick Emmanwori and Elijah Arroyo provide dynamic athletes on offense and defense, respectively. But will those picks be enough to change Seattle's fortune?
18. Dallas Cowboys
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Solidifying the offensive line was among Dallas' top priorities entering draft weekend. Whether Tyler Booker becomes the latest gem of the Cowboys' O-line is to be seen. Micah Parsons got a running mate in Donovan Ezeiruaku, but CeeDee Lamb is still missing his tag-team partner.
19. Arizona Cardinals
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The Cardinals used the draft to continue revamping a middle-of-the-road defense. Walter Nolen and Will Johnson could be the faces of Arizona's defense for years to come, but taking only one offensive lineman was puzzling.
20. Las Vegas Raiders
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Ashton Jeanty possesses the talent to emerge in the Offensive Rookie of the Year race. GM John Spytek provided Geno Smith with a dynamic runner and a promising pair of wideouts to bolster the Raiders' supporting cast.
21. Jacksonville Jaguars
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Travis Hunter, welcome to Jacksonville. The Jaguars made the splash of the draft by trading up for the two-way star and are ready to move forward with a new head coach and GM. Hunter and Brian Thomas Jr. will be a nightmare for opposing defenses.
22. Atlanta Falcons
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Atlanta double-dipped at edge rusher after perennially struggling to find a solution to its pass-rushing woes. Time will tell if the Falcons overpaid or landed a bargain to acquire James Pearce Jr. to pair with Jalon Walker.
23. Carolina Panthers
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The Panthers needed to address their porous defense but delayed that opportunity in the first round for wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan, a potential game-changer for the rapidly improving Bryce Young. They came back to defense on Day 2, stamping a successful draft.
24. New England Patriots
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The Patriots went into the draft intending to make Drake Maye's life easier, and boy, did they ever. Not only did they find his potential long-term blind-side protector in Will Campbell, but they also provided him with big-play running back TreVeyon Henderson and speedy receiver Kyle Williams.
25. Pittsburgh Steelers
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The Steelers had a solid draft, but their first quarterback pick came in the sixth round. Aaron Rodgers better walk through that door, because if he doesn't, this situation will be very bleak.
26. Miami Dolphins
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Jalen Ramsey wants out, Tyreek Hill could detonate at any moment, and Tua Tagovailoa is always a hit away from an extended absence. The Dolphins focused on the trenches in the draft, and that was probably wise, but this team is still in trouble.
27. New York Giants
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The Giants figure to have a talented supporting cast ready to compete after drafting pass-rusher Abdul Carter and running back Cam Skattebo. The team's success, or lack thereof, will boil down to the quarterback position.
28. Indianapolis Colts
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All eyes will be on Anthony Richardson in 2025. The young signal-caller will compete with Daniel Jones for the starting job, and Richardson's development will dictate how the Colts' season goes.
29. Tennessee Titans
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Tennessee selected its potential franchise quarterback, Cam Ward, first overall, but the roster lacks talent around him. The Titans are still in a rebuild, especially on offense.
30. Cleveland Browns
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The Browns put together an interesting draft class, highlighted by a potential all-time steal in Shedeur Sanders. But it's hard to rank Cleveland higher until we know what the plan is at quarterback.
31. New York Jets
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The Jets might've found some pieces in Armand Membou, Mason Taylor, and Azareye'h Thomas, but the road to contention is still long and winding for a team short on needle-movers.
32. New Orleans Saints
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The Saints have major question marks. For instance, if Derek Carr misses time with his shoulder injury, is Tyler Shough - the team's second-round pick who turns 26 in September - the right guy to lead this team?