10 NFL Front Offices That Keep Doubling Down on Bad Ideas

Some teams learn from their mistakes. Others look those mistakes in the eye, shake their hand, and offer them a contract extension.

These front offices just can’t help themselves—they chase bad ideas like they’re limited-time offers. Let’s count down the teams most committed to doing the same wrong thing over and over again.

10. Indianapolis Colts

Indianapolis Colts
Flickr

They spent years playing quarterback roulette and then acted shocked when the ball landed on “nope.” The obsession with veteran retreads finally ended, but then they went ahead and signed Daniel Jones. Oh boy. 

9. New Orleans Saints

New Orleans Saints
Flickr

They keep pretending the Drew Brees era never ended and building like a Super Bowl is right around the corner. Instead, it’s just more cap gymnastics and a quarterback room that makes you sigh.

8. New England Patriots

New England Patriots
Wikipedia

They’ve tried to recreate the Brady magic off of vibes alone. Turns out it’s pretty hard to be a good football team without a once in a generation player and a legendary coach. 

7. Carolina Panthers

Carolina Panthers
Flickr

They trade future picks like candy and then act surprised when they’re stuck rebuilding with no tools. Hiring a new coach every 14 months doesn’t exactly scream stability either.

6. Arizona Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals
Flickr

They gave their quarterback a massive contract, then blamed everyone else when it didn’t work. Their rebuilds start before the previous ones even end.

5. Tennessee Titans

Chicago Bears vs Tennessee Titans 11-09-08
Openverse

They keep pretending the window is still open and drafting quarterbacks like they’re throwing darts in the dark. Nothing says commitment to mediocrity like running it back with a slightly worse version of last year.

4. New York Giants

New York Giants
Wikipedia

They paid Daniel Jones like a franchise quarterback and had to pay the consequences. The offensive strategy seems to be “hope our defense saves us” followed by silence.

3. Chicago Bears

Chicago Bears
Flickr

They keep drafting quarterbacks high and surrounding them with chaos. No amount of cap space can fix a team that refuses to learn what offensive line play is.

Read More: Ranking All 32 NFL Fan Bases By How Much They Trust Their Front Office

2. New York Jets

New York Jets
Flickr

Every year it’s a different plan, the same disaster. Whether it’s signing past-their-prime stars or ignoring the offensive line, they stay committed to the bit.

Read More: Ranking the 10 Best Front Offices in the NFL

1. Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta Falcons
Flickr

This team drafts skill players like they’re assembling a fantasy roster but forgets quarterbacks are kind of important. Then they pay a boat load for Kirk Cousins and draft Michael Penix Jr? We’re confused too.

Read More: The 10 Most Incompetent Front Offices in the NFL, Ranked

Related Articles
Oct 19, 1997; Oakland, CA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) in action against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Peter Brouillet-USA TODAY NETWORK
13 Quarterbacks Who Played Like They Were Possessed
These QBs turned into absolute maniacs when the lights came on, like they were channeling some kind of...
Read More
Mar 30, 1995; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Michael Jordan (45) talks with forward Scottie Pippen (33) after a timeout from the game against the Boston Celtics at Chicago Stadium. The Bulls beat the Celtics 100-82. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-Imagn Images
The 30 Coolest NBA Duos of All Time
These NBA pairs brought energy, swagger, and star power every time they shared the floor.
Read More
Oct 28, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) runs the ball against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
The 15 Most Awkward Runners in NFL History
Whether it was stiff limbs or a complete lack of coordination, these 15 players made you do a double-take...
Read More
Payne Stewart
12 Golf Greats Who’d Be Totally Exposed on Modern Courses
Whether it’s the equipment, the competition, or the course design, these golf greats would have a rough...
Read More
Oct 29, 2000; Tampa, FL, USA; FILE PHOTO; Minnesota Vikings receiver (80) Cris Carter in action against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Photo by Paul Chapman-USA TODAY Sports
20 NFL Players Who Changed Teams and Instantly Leveled Up
From forgotten backups to franchise cornerstones, these 20 players proved that sometimes all it takes...
Read More
Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz (34) tosses the pine tar rag before hitting in the fourth inning against the Cleveland Indians during game three of the 2016 ALDS playoff baseball series at Fenway Park.
14 MLB Players With Animalistic Strength
From legendary home run kings to modern-day powerhouses, this list celebrates 14 MLB players whose strength...
Read More

As an Amazon Associate, The Quick Report earns from qualifying purchases.

Part of the Castaway Studios media network.