The 2025 NFL offseason has been a chaotic blend of blockbuster trades, flashy draft picks, and free-agent bidding wars, but not every team looked like a Super Bowl contender. As training camps approach, some franchises still have more question marks than a pop quiz, and how they handle those unknowns could make or break their season.
From shaky quarterback situations to defensive depth concerns, here are 10 teams entering 2025 with the most to figure out.
San Francisco 49ers
The 49ers are walking a tightrope this year, balancing a roster filled with aging stars like George Kittle, Trent Williams, and Christian McCaffrey. With a thinning supporting cast around Brock Purdy and a looming cap crunch, this could be a make-or-break season for Kyle Shanahan’s crew.
Dallas Cowboys
The Cowboys have never been shy about talking about the Super Bowl, but their roster still has some head-scratching gaps. They’ve got an offensive line and an elite WR1 in CeeDee Lamb, but depth at running back and wide receiver remains a significant concern as they try to keep pace in the NFC East. Trading for George Pickens was huge, but we’ll have to wait to see if it pays off.
New York Giants
The Giants’ quarterback room is more crowded than a subway at rush hour. Russell Wilson is technically the starter, but with Jameis Winston and rookie Jaxson Dart waiting in the wings, Brian Daboll has his hands full figuring out who gives them the best shot at a playoff run.
Cleveland Browns
Cleveland’s quarterback situation feels like a reality show nobody asked for. With Deshaun Watson, Dillon Gabriel, and Shedeur Sanders all vying for snaps, the Browns have more signal-callers than some teams have wide receivers, and it’s anyone’s guess how this will shake out.
Green Bay Packers
After years of ignoring the position, the Packers finally drafted a receiver in the first round. But without a clear WR1 for Jordan Love, this offense could be neutral as it searches for an actual go-to target in a wide-open NFC North.
Minnesota Vikings
The Vikings are in a weird spot where they might be rebuilding and contending simultaneously. With many key players hitting free agency and a cap situation tighter than a kicker’s cleats, this season could define their direction for years.
Miami Dolphins
The Dolphins are walking a fine line between contender and pretender. With Jevon Holland gone and Jalen Ramsey possibly on the way out, the secondary is a huge question mark, putting even more pressure on Tua Tagovailoa and the offense to win shootouts.
Los Angeles Rams
Matthew Stafford’s health is the Rams’ version of the glass slipper in a fairytale – if it shatters, the whole season might go with it. At 38, Stafford’s ability to stay upright could be the difference between a playoff push and a full-on rebuild.
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Detroit Lions
The Lions have a star in Aidan Hutchinson, but the rest of their pass rush is as thin as a punter’s arms. Unless someone steps up to take some heat off Hutchinson, Detroit’s defense could struggle to get off the field on third downs.
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Denver Broncos
The Broncos have a solid defense and a sturdy offensive line, but their backfield is a giant question mark. Rookie RJ Harvey is expected to carry the load, but it could be a long year in the AFC West if he doesn’t hit the ground running.
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