NFL Power Rankings Before Free Agency: Can Eagles remain atop NFC?

Two members of the NFC East land in the ‘slightly above awful’ tier.

24. Washington Commanders

It’s hard to believe in the Commanders, but they’re getting better… slowly.

23. New Orleans Saints

Derek Carr elevates this team, but are they good enough to win the NFC South?

22. Tennessee Titans

The Titans confuse us. Heck, the Titans might confuse the Titans, but we’re certain we can’t argue them any higher. At least that’s the case for now.

21. Cleveland Browns

Welcome to the first full year of the Deshaun Watson experience. We can’t promise the Browns will be good, but we can promise they’ll be entertaining. Unfortunately, if you’re a fan, they may be so for the wrong reasons.

20. Los Angeles Rams

The Rams are old. The Rams don’t really have any draft picks. The Rams have serious contractual issues. Let’s move on.

19. Carolina Panthers

We’re calling it. The Carolina Panthers have always been scrappy, and now, a good defensive team appears to be in a position to finally get its quarterback.

18. New England Patriots

Who would have thunk? Bill Belichick now coaches the worst team in the AFC East.

17. New York Jets

Put an asterisk beside the New York Jets. If they land Aaron Rodgers, you may see some movement here.