Power Ranking All 32 NFL Teams (Post-NFL Draft Edition!)
The most exciting part of the NFL offseason is over. All 32 NFL teams have completed their drafts and now must get to work in getting their rookies ready between now and Week 1.
With the draft in the books, it’s time to dive into our 2024 NFL post-draft power rankings.
Where does your favorite NFL team land in the power rankings after the 2024 draft?
32. Carolina Panthers (32)
Dan Morgan put together a solid first draft in the GM chair with limited picks.
Morgan moved up into the No. 32 spot to snag South Carolina wideout Xavier Legette. Then at No. 46, he got Texas star Jonathan Brooks, the best running back prospect in this year’s class.
Speaking of Longhorns guys, grabbing tight end Ja’Tavion Sanders in the 101 spot was another savvy piece of work by Morgan. Bryce Young must be thrilled?
31. Denver Broncos (31)
Even with limited draft capital, the Broncos hit on three pressing needs with their first three picks: Oregon QB Bo Nix in round one, Utah linebacker Jonah Elliss in round three and Oregon wideout Troy Franklin in round four.
With Russell Wilson and Jerry Jeudy gone, this is clearly a transition year in Mile High City. Patience is a virtue, Bronco fans. Enjoy the Avalanche and Nuggets in the process.
30. Tennessee Titans (26)
The Titans reached for Alabama offensive tackle JC Latham at No. 7, and the second-round selection of T’Vondre Sweat was also surprising considering the Titans already have a top-tier defensive line.
Latham and Sweat need polishing and will make minimal impacts at best as rookies. It’s hard to find anyone from this year’s haul that will make a difference in 2024, and playing in an AFC South division with three playoff contenders means it will be a painful year of rebuilding in Music City.
29. New England Patriots (30)
Good on the Patriots for not overthinking it and taking North Carolina QB Drake Maye at No. 3. The rest of the NFL draft, however, left a lot to be desired from this perspective.
They reached for Washington wideout Ja’Lynn Polk at No. 37 when Texas’ Adonai Mitchell was there for the taking. Taking Tennessee QB Joe Milton III at No. 193 was a head-scratcher considering they already have Maye, Jacoby Brissett, and Bailey Zappe in the quarterback room.
At any rate, year one of the post-Bill Belichick era was always going to be full of growing pains. Like the Broncos and Titans fanbases, the Pats faithful must be patient this year.
28. New York Giants (29)
For chaos sake, we kinda wanted to see the Giants take a QB at No. 6. But you can’t hate on the selection of LSU wideout Malik Nabers at No. 6 overall.
For once, Daniel Jones has a superstar-level receiver to throw the ball too. Nabers should provide an immediate impact and challenge for Offensive Rookie of the Year honors. Defensive backs Tyler Nubin, Andru Phillips and tight end Theo Johnson were also good value picks by GM Joe Schoen.
27. Arizona Cardinals (28)
Taking Marvin Harrison Jr. fourth overall ensures that the Cardinals offense will be a juggernaut for years to come. Can’t wait to see what Kyler Murray does with Marvin Sr.’s son!
Missouri defensive tackle Darius Robinson also fills a void on the d-line, and Florida State RB Trey Benson could easily become the lead RB1 over James Conner. Arizona still has flaws across the board, but they’re sure on the right track after a superb draft by GM Monti Ossenfort.
26. Washington Commanders (25)
Good on the Commanders for keeping it simple and taking the best QB available at No. 2 in Jayden Daniels. The dual-threat QB was always the best option with Caleb Williams off the boad, and he perfectly fits Kliff Kingsbury’s offense.
We also loved the pick of Illinois’ Jer’Zhan Newton in round two, giving Dan Quinn’s D another potential All-Pro pass-rusher. Tight end Ben Sinnott and wideout Luke McCaffey — Christian’s younger brother — could both develop into impact players for Daniels, too.
25. Las Vegas Raiders (23)
Make no mistake, Brock Bowers was a great value pick for Las Vegas at No. 13 — as was Oregon guard Jackson Powers-Johnson at 44.
Our only reason for moving Vegas down two spots? They didn’t get a QB, and it’s hard to be sold on a Gardner Minshew-Aidan O’Connell QB tandem for 2024.
But if Vegas’ master plan is to tank for someone like Carson Beck, Shedeur Sanders or Quinn Ewers next year, then sign us up.
24. Seattle Seahawks (22)
First-round pick Byron Murphy II should immediately improve Seattle’s defensive line and run defense, and Christian Haynes could develop into a solid long-term starter at guard.
Michigan tight end AJ Barner might not be an explosive pass-catcher, but he’s an elite run-blocker who will make this rushing offense even better. The ‘Hawks only drop here because other teams got better in the NFL draft.
23. Minnesota Vikings (27)
The Vikings only had to move up one spot to get the man they wanted all along in Michigan’s JJ McCarthy. Take a bow, GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and head coach Kevin O’Connell.
Even if McCarthy isn’t ready to start in year one, the Vikings have Sam Darnold as their bridge guy. Now they look extra wiser for letting Kirk Cousins walk.
Hate on the trade-up for Dallas Turner at No. 17 all you want, but he fills this team’s last major organizational need at edge-rusher with Danielle Hunter departing.
22. Los Angeles Chargers (24)
The Bolts aced their first two picks in Notre Dame offensive tackle Joe Alt and Georgia wideout Ladd McConkey. We also can’t help but get a little excited about the selection of Jerry Rice’s son, Brenden Rice, at No. 225.
We wanna move the Bolts higher, but too many questions persist on the defensive side of the ball, and we still wish they did a little more at wideout after cutting ties with Keenan Allen and Mike Williams.
21. New Orleans Saints (21)
The Saints got two likely day one starters in Oregon offensive tackle Taliese Fuaga and cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry. We also just loved the pick of South Carolina QB Spencer Rattler at No. 150, giving the team a potential successor to Derek Carr.
The Saints addressed their main needs at the NFL draft. Now let’s see if they can return to the postseason.
20. Indianapolis Colts (20)
First-round pick Laitatu Latu out of UCLA should add plenty more juice to an already terrifying front seven.
One of our favorite picks came in round two when Indy landed Texas wideout Adonai Mitchell with the No. 52 pick. That dude was supposed to be a first-rounder, and now Anthony Richardson is loaded with weapons heading into year two.
19. Los Angeles Rams (17)
Rams GM Les Snead used five of his first six picks on defensive players. Jared Verse will help minimize the damage of Aaron Donald’s retirement, as will his Florida State teammate Braden Friske.
Michigan RB Blake Corum and Miami defensive back Kamren Kinchens were great value picks at No. 83 and 99, respectively. One note: We’re a bit surprised the Rams didn’t try to draft Matt Stafford’s successor here.
18. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (16)
Duke center Graham Barton slots in as the replacement for retired fan favorite Ryan Jensen. Linebacker Chris Braswell and Washington receiver Jalen McMillan felt like unnecessary luxury picks since those aren’t positions of need for Tampa, but grabbing Georgia safety Tykee Smith in round three was a savvy move — especially if Antoine Winfield Jr. ends up leaving next year.
But it has to worry Tampa fans that all three of their division rivals made several big-time moves to close the gap in the NFC South.
17. Chicago Bears (19)
Chicago had just five picks this year, but they found two long-term franchise cornerstones in QB Caleb Williams and wideout Rome Odunze, who were taken first and ninth overall, respectively.
If Williams reaches half his potential as a rookie, the Bears will contend for a playoff spot. Finally, the sun is shining in Windy City again.
16. Atlanta Falcons (15)
The Michael Penix Jr. pick at No. 8 was absolutely baffling considering Atlanta just handed Kirk Cousins $100 million guaranteed. Even if Penix pans out down the road, this pick does nothing to help an Atlanta team in win-now mode.
Though the Falcons got great value with Washington linebacker Bralen Trice at No. 74, they made up for it by reaching BIG TIME for Ruke Orhorhoro. To put it simply, the Falcons’ work at the NFL draft does not push them any closer to playoff contention.
15. Jacksonville Jaguars (18)
LSU wideout Brian Thomas Jr. should be a mega-weapon for Trevor Lawrence.
Defensive linemen Maason Smith and cornerback Jarrian Jones can both be impactful long-term starters on Jacksonville’s young D. The Jags are well-suited to bounce back and return to the playoffs after a miserable finish to 2023.
14. Miami Dolphins (13)
Chop Robinson and Patrick Paul both address organizational needs, but taking RB Jaylen Wright and a pair of receivers in Malik Washington and Tajh Washington was curious considering that Miami is loaded at both those positions.
Would have liked Miami to address cornerback or linebacker in the earlier rounds. Robinson has to be a quality starter from day one if Miami’s rookie class is to help this team return to the postseason.
13. Pittsburgh Steelers (14)
After acing the early stages of the offseason, GM Omar Khan put the cherry on top with a beautiful showing at the NFL draft.
Khan drafted four possible day one starters in Washington OT Troy Fautanu, West Virginia center Zach Frazier, Michigan wideout Roman Wilson and NC State linebacker Payton Wilson.
The Steelers certainly look like a Super Bowl dark horse.
12. Buffalo Bills (12)
At least Buffalo got a new wide receiver in Keon Coleman with the No. 33 pick, but we’re not sure why they traded down with Kansas City — allowing the Chiefs to take the more polished Xavier Worthy.
Brandon Beane’s next two picks, Cole Bishop and DeWayne Carter, were good value selections. But taking Ray Davis with your fourth pick when you already have James Cook at running back? How does that selection help you in the short-term?
11. New York Jets (10)
Penn State offensive tackle Olu Fashanu was the right pick at 11, but he may not see much playing time with Tyron Smith and Morgan Moses occupying the starting OT roles.
Not sure why Joe Douglas took wideout Malachi Corley and two more RBs in Braelon Allen and Isaiah Davis when the Jets are set there as is. But Florida State QB Jordan Travis was a nice pick at No. 171. Might he succeed Aaron Rodgers in Gotham? Stay tuned.
10. Green Bay Packers (9)
The Packers 2024 NFL draft is tough to analyze. Offensive lineman Jordan Morgan was a reach at 25, and taking USC RB Marshawn Lloyd was also surprising with Josh Jacobs and AJ Dillon already in the fold.
That said, linebacker Edgerrin Cooper and safety Javon Bullard were great picks. Not sure how much playing time they’ll see as rookies, but these guys could both be quality long-term starters in Titletown.
9. Dallas Cowboys (11)
Dallas gets the slight bump because they found three guys who could start and produce immediately: Offensive linemen Tyler Guyton and Cooper Beebe and potent edge-rusher Marshawn Kneeland.
That semi-makes up for Jerry Jones’ disappointing inactivity in free agency. Now extend CeeDee Lamb and Micah Parsons already!
8. Cincinnati Bengals (7)
Amarius Mims was a reach at 18, and he won’t see much playing time with Trent Brown and Orlando Brown Jr. already slotted in as the starting OTs. We would have liked more edge-rushers here with Trey Hendrickson requesting a trade, but Kris Jenkins at least solidifies the interior D-line.
Bottom line: A healthy Joe Burrow makes them Super Bowl contenders.
7. Cleveland Browns (8)
The Browns didn’t have a first-round pick, but GM Andrew Berry found great value with his first three picks in Michael Hall Jr., Zak Zinter and Jamari Thrash.
It’s okay if Browns’ rookies don’t see much playing time next year. This team is loaded from top to bottom and ready to win now. It just comes down to Deshaun Watson staying healthy and regaining his Pro Bowl form.
6. Houston Texans (6)
The trade-up for Will Anderson Jr. meant no first-round pick for Houston, but the depth on D was bolstered by the picks of defensive backs Kamari Lassiter and Calen Bullock. Offensive lineman Blake Fisher provides more depth on a stout o-line, too.
Houston already won the offseason with the pickups of Stefon Diggs, Joe Mixon and Danielle Hunter. The NFL draft is just gravy.
5. Baltimore Ravens (4)
The Ravens lost several key pieces in free agency. They remain elite in the secondary, so it was surprising that they used their first-round pick on a boom-or-bust guy in Clemson corner Nate Wiggins.
Drafting a potential Ronnie Stanley succession plan in Roger Rosengarten was a nice move by the front office, though. North Carolina wideout Devontez Walker could be the deep threat Lamar Jackson needs to improve the passing game.
The Ravens are still a bonafide title contender, even if they lost more than they gained this offseason.
4. Philadelphia Eagles (5)
Philly had the second-worst pass D last year. GM Howie Roseman fixed that by somehow landing two of the top three corners in this class, Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean, at No. 22 and No. 40 respectively.
Those two guys will immediately turn Philly’s secondary back into elite form. After a miserable finish to 2023, Nick Sirianni’s group is poised to re-emerge as a Super Bowl contender in 2024.
3. Detroit Lions (3)
The Lions won the draft after trading up via Dallas in the No. 24 spot to select Alabama corner Terrion Arnold, the best DB in this draft.
Having already traded for Carlton Davis, the Lions’ leaky pass D should now be a strength. Detroit still needs more pass-rushers for Aidan Hutchinson, but adding Arnold coupled with the extension news of Amon-Ra St. Brown and Penei Sewell made for a wonderful week in Motor City.
2. San Francisco 49ers (2)
There were plenty of rumors about San Fran potentially trading Brandon Aiyuk or Deebo Samuel, but the NFC champs played it smart and kept the offense in order.
Ricky Pearsall was a reach in round one in the NFL draft, but Florida State corner Renardo Green was a gem of a find in round two. Don’t be surprised if he’s a day one starter.
Bottom line, San Fran is still the team to beat in the NFC.
1. Kansas City Chiefs (1)
The Bills were happy to trade out of the No. 28 spot and allow Kansas City to take Texas wideout Xavier Worthy with that pick. So way to go, league. Another weapon for Patrick Mahomes and the defending champs.
Even without Rashee Rice for an extended period of time, Mahomes has Worthy, Travis Kelce and Marquise Brown as his pass-catching weapons. Congrats to Kansas City on remaining the team to beat following the draft.
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