Prompt: “Do a deep search of many sources.

Who are the top NFL Teams heading into the 2025 Season, using a current data set?”

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Elite Tier – Championship Contenders

1. Philadelphia Eagles

• Consensus #1 across ESPN, Sharp Football Analysis, NFL FPI, Walter Football, and multiple outlets .
• Defending Super Bowl champions, with internal reports indicating their defense is “miles ahead” of last year .
• ESPN’s FPI gives them the highest championship odds (~12%) among all teams .

2.–5. Chiefs, Bills, Ravens, Lions

• Kansas City Chiefs: Routinely ranked in the top 3–4 by ESPN, Sharp, and Arrowhead Pride—highlighted for offensive line upgrades and WR depth .
• Buffalo Bills: Secure top‑4 placement across ESPN’s post‑draft list and Sharp, commended for major defensive line enhancements .
• Baltimore Ravens: Sharp places them at #2, and PFF/ESPN praise their balanced roster and top-tier playoff chances .
• Detroit Lions: Slotted at #4–5 on ESPN and Sharp, building off a historic 15–2 season

2nd Tier – Strong Championship Hopefuls

• Washington Commodes: Sharp ranks them 6th, and ESPN’s FPI sixth; buzz around QB Jayden Daniels’ development .
• Los Angeles Chargers, Green Bay Packers, Rams, Texans, 49ers, Bengals: Placed 7th–12th by Sharp; all recognized for playoff potential

Rising Sleeper Teams

• San Francisco 49ers: ESPN’s model sees them with the best chance (35.8%) to go from a bottom‑division finisher to winners in 2025, based on a healthy roster and improved depth .
• Denver Broncos, Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Listed in ESPN worst‑to‑first odds (#2 Broncos in AFC West, Bucs strong in NFC South) .

GROK:

Key Points

• Research suggests the top NFL teams heading into the 2025 season are the Philadelphia Eagles, Baltimore Ravens, Kansas City Chiefs, Buffalo Bills, and Detroit Lions, based on recent power rankings.

• Rankings may vary slightly across sources, reflecting different evaluations of offseason moves and draft picks.

• The Los Angeles Rams are also highly ranked in some lists, especially relevant for fans following their performance.

Overview

Heading into the 2025 NFL season, several teams stand out as top contenders based on their performance in 2024, strategic offseason acquisitions, and draft selections. These rankings reflect a consensus from multiple sports analyses, considering factors like team depth, key player additions, and overall roster strength.

Top Teams

The evidence leans toward the following teams as the top contenders:

• Philadelphia Eagles: Super Bowl champions in 2024, with strong draft picks like Jihaad Campbell and depth signings to maintain their edge.

• Baltimore Ravens: Improved their secondary with Chidobe Awuzie and Malaki Starks, making them a formidable force.

• Kansas City Chiefs: Led by Patrick Mahomes, they addressed offensive line needs and remain Super Bowl favorites.

• Buffalo Bills: Bolstered their defense with Joey Bosa, positioning them as playoff threats.

• Detroit Lions: Reinforced their roster with draft picks like Tyleik Williams, maintaining their physical style.

For fans of the Los Angeles Rams, they are ranked highly in some lists, such as 4th by WalterFootball and 7th by ESPN, due to additions like Davante Adams and a healthy Tyler Higbee.

Happy Father’s Day Gentlemen.

What’s on your menu today for this great Holiday.

I picked up a 4lb Picanha yesterday from our local butcher. Brought it home and seasoned it up.
I’m going to be smoking it later.

Something historical today to honor my Grandfather who met Hamp Pool when he played for the Chicago Bears in 1943 when they played in New York against the Giants.

Let’s get this started!

81 days until the 2025 NFL Season kickoff!

The next couple of days are pretty easy…



We miss your leadership on this thread, Dave.

What a terrible tragedy first off, feel so sorry for the families involved.

Also I wouldn't be flying on a Boeing 787 right now. Been sniffing around a bit on the details of what went down and it looks to me like they're either going to find out they have software issues, or they have a software vulnerability that was used to down that plane. Both of which are things that would prevent me from setting foot on that airframe until it's figured out.

One of those dumb MSN lists. Only post if for this gem re: the Rams

It's hard to say which has been their worst first-round pick in the last 10 years when the Rams have had just TWO in this period. Since drafting Jared Goff in 2016, the Rams selected in the first round of the Draft again in 2024, picking Jared Verse. Verse was the Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2024, so it should've been Goff by default. But Goff wasn't a bad player, and his trade to the Lions gave the Rams Matthew Stafford and a Super Bowl ring. Instead of putting Goff purely by lack of options, I choose to tip my hat to Les Snead.

Anyone have more info on Jacksons blood cot issues ? -- the Fatboy

'I've been grinding every single day': Emmanuel Forbes' offseason bulk has helped restore confidence​

Jun 12, 2025 at 02:00 PM

Wyatt Miller
Staff Writer


Emmanuel Forbes Jr. was in a "storm," as Rams head coach Sean McVay put it. In 2024, Forbes was benched and later released by the team that drafted him in the first round less than two years prior, the Washington Commodes.

"Inevitably, in some timeframe, you're going to go through a storm," McVay said. "We talk about it a lot. Hey, you're either in it, you're going to go back into it or you're just coming out of it, and it's usually one of those three things."
Forbes was smack dab in the middle last year. Even after signing with Los Angeles, he barely saw the field apart from an inconsequential Week 18 game. But after an offseason filled with incessant weight-lifting and defensive scheme digestion, Forbes is coming out of the storm.

He entered the league at 6 feet and ¾ inches, 166 pounds, making him the lightest cornerback drafted since 1999 (at least). He's now listed at 180 pounds, having gained significant muscle mass since the Rams' season ended. He credits the Rams' staff for helping him bulk up to a size he's more comfortable playing at and restoring some of his confidence.



"I've been grinding every single day and just getting stronger and getting better," Forbes told theRams.com. "We're going to lift every day and come out here and practice, then go back and do recovery and just take care of my body."

The Rams' strength staff, starting with senior director of strength and conditioning Justin Lovett, have put Forbes through a workout program tailored to help him put on productive weight. He's also been eating better, making sure to consume at least three or four meals a day and drinking lots of water.

Forbes didn't want to give an exact number, but he's gained "a good bit" of weight since last season by adding muscle all over.
"I feel way stronger, way more explosive and it really has helped my game out a lot," Forbes said.
"Justin Lovett and his group do such a great job," McVay said. "Forbes is bulking up, looking good, but I think what's been awesome is, and we talked about this at the very beginning, having an understanding of what we're trying to get done."

Last season, McVay was impressed with Forbes' intentionality as soon as he entered the building in December. He was always keyed into what the Rams were teaching him and the objective of certain actions, both on and off the field.
Now, he's had the opportunity to implement those lessons in a fast-paced practice setting. Forbes said the defensive coaches have helped him get out of his head and get back to playing his brand of football.

"They let me play my game, like, throughout the defense," Forbes said. "So, honestly, not worried about messing up in my head and just going out there and playing freely. So, it's helped me be great."
"It's nice to see how smart he is, see him communicate, and he's done a really nice job," said defensive coordinator Chris Shula.

Forbes has impressed McVay and company by using that increased strength and schematic understanding to make plays during OTAs.
He's caught a couple interceptions during 11-on-11 drills, including one during the first session open to the media when he jumped an out route thrown by Jimmy Garoppolo.
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I'm gonna stick the optimist point of view. I love that the kid is putting in work. 180lbs is a little
light, but doable if he has the cover skills.

Truly hope he has a breakout type season, which for him would be getting on the field
in some sort of package or situational grouping.
He is in the right place and around the right people.

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I don't have the stats in front of me but pre 2019 we had some of the best 1st series scripts in the game and often walked away with points on the first drive. This was before 6-1 and fangio style defenses started to break us down but also when we still had LaFleur as an OC.

I actually think it probably has more to do with LaFleur than teams figuring us out. I don't think we've ever hit the high that was the marriage of McVay and LaFleur on offense though O'Connell was pretty good.

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Colts headed for 30 year Dallas Cowboys drought territory.

I want to send hope, love, and good wishes to LA at the moment and willing a peaceful end to the unrest.

If this post is to close to rules please Delete.
I don't want to discuss the causes or reasons.

I just want to wish all Angelinos a safe, happy day and days to come. With a peaceful end to the unrest and a return to normality.

LOS ANGELES (AP) — All Davante Adams wanted was some stability and certainty, and the three-time All-Pro wide receiver sounds as if he has found it with the Los Angeles Rams.

“It’s been exactly what I needed,” Adams said Tuesday after practice. “Feeling rejuvenated.”

Following three tumultuous losing seasons — which included an in-season trade from the Las Vegas Raiders to the New York Jets last October — Adams didn’t exactly conceal the contrast between his previous two teams and the Rams, who signed him to a two-year contract that could be worth up to $46 million in March.


“But I just feel like this is what I needed, just based off the vibe and the aura of the building,” Adams said. “And everybody’s in a good mood. It’s not like a dark cloud over the building, and I’ve experienced that quite a bit over the last few years, so it’s a glaring difference when you come into a building like this.”

That feeling starts with head coach Sean McVay and quarterback Matthew Stafford, Adams said, and extends throughout the organization in a way he hasn’t seen in a while.

“Kind of feel like Pop Warner, high school, college ball all over again, and that’s exactly what this team feels like in the best way possible,” Adams said. “It feels like a college-type camaraderie just around. I mean, I don’t think I’ve seen a linebacker and a punter talking as much as what I have since I’ve been here, or the kicker and quarterbacks, or whoever it is.”

Adams felt he wasn’t able to build those kinds of relationships during his 11-game stint with the Jets because of the timing of his arrival, so he was determined to do so during a full offseason with his new Rams teammates.


That has included frequent talks with McVay, often during warmups. Their communication reinforced the positive feedback the 32-year-old Adams previously received about the coach who is seven years his senior.

“And you can see why he’s had so much success, and why everybody kind of looks at him and looks to him the way they do in this building,” Adams said. “And before I even got a chance to really kind of get together with a lot of these guys, I’ve heard some of the feelings and sentiments from different players about him, and I don’t think I’ve ever seen any uniformity toward any individual ever in the past before that. And getting to know him now, it just kind of backs it up, you know, football-wise and him as a person. When your leader is that way, and it makes it easy to come to work, it just makes the whole thing a lot more fun.”

In terms of football, Adams has taken notice of how McVay makes his offense so “methodical” in melding the run and pass seamlessly.

The continuity in scheme Adams praises is in contrast to one attribute of Stafford’s approach that has stood out for the six-time 1,000-yard receiver.


“Well, the main thing is, based off a couple (plays) we had today, he don’t care what that coverage says,” Adams said. “If they’re not playing that coverage right, you might get the ball still.”

There were a few instances where Adams was surprised to find himself targeted, which is forcing him to lock in on every play as if the pass will be headed his way. Stafford operates with a different mindset than what Adams had come to expect during his previous 11 seasons in the NFL.

“I’m sure everybody’s heard of those routes where you’re kind of designed to clear out (the defense), or maybe based off a certain coverage, you’ll be eliminated. Uh uh, that ain’t how he roll, and you got to be a dog to do that,” Adams said.

Hey all,

I saw the thread on increased costs for streaming games. I too, have used streaming sites for free. They are ok, but can be a pain with adds, pop ups, etc.

About a year ago I went with this streaming service (my ex got it and liked it so I tried it). I was paying like $300 a month for COX TV and internet.

Now that I have the service I'll likely never change again. Once you read this, if interested, just DM me and I can give you the contact info to sign up.

It's legit, as it requires an AMAZON prime membership which is nothing. It's all on firesticks but once she sets you up, comes loaded with everything and with your local content as well (ABC, CBS, etc.) You also have local channels from all major cities in the US.

The only intial cost is about $75 per firestsick (however many TV's you want to hook up). I did three rooms so about $225.00
After that, I'm paying about $250 A YEAR. Yes, a year. Saving over $3K a year from COX.
Here's the sick part. I get everything. I mean EVERYTHING. All NFL games (Sunday ticket), MLB, NBA, MMA, PPV. Every series, channel, you name it. I have a 24/7 friends channel, Yellowstone, whatever you want, it's on there. Yes, it's streaming so you have to clear cache once in a while and some channels buffer (not often) but for the price and what you get it's pretty unreal to be honest. I may even be able to take a quick video and upload (if the mods want) to show it. All I know is since I got it, I don't have to pay a single dime to watch the RAMS or any other game I want. over 50,000 movies, series, and channels. Pretty insane for the annual cost. And it's a firestick so if you have wifi, you can take it anywhere with you to stream it.

Cheers,

BW

I got this many years ago and love the all black design (Well now its actually grayish from fading). I accidentally got it wet and it wrinkled so I started my search for a replacement. Sucks since I tried looking for this design again and apparently it no longer exists.

It got me thinking since there are always favorite jersey threads to start a favorite hat thread. I was thinking about getting the support the troops design since its green but don't like how big they made the American flag on the side. I love the yellow and blue but black seems to go well with what I am wearing without sticking out too bad.

Would love to sign Jaire Alexander , but I think he is asking too much for a OFT injured cb
Would even take LB Germaine Pratt at right price. Veteran presence in a very young ILB room

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Bonus Stafford to Ferg td pass
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Fuckin idjits.

It would be nice (for Mets fans). His first 57 games weren't that spectacular....48 for 208 (.231), 43 BB (.357 OB%), 9 HR, 27 RBI, .413 SLG%, .770 OPS

Last year through 57 games he was a monster. .312, .412 OB%, .578 SLG% (15 HR, 46 RBI), .990 OPS.....of course that was batting in front of Judge.

The article was written after Wednesday's night game vs the Dodgers and he went 3 for 4 last night, so I guess the author is prophetic!

The UFL conference championship games:

• Sunday, June 8, 2025

• USFL Conference Championship: Michigan Panthers at Birmingham Stallions, 3:00 PM ET (ABC), Protective Stadium, Birmingham, AL

• XFL Conference Championship: DC Defenders at St. Louis Battlehawks, 6:00 PM ET (FOX), The Dome at America’s Center, St. Louis, MO

Notes:

• All times are Eastern Time (ET).

• These matchups feature the top two teams from each conference (USFL: Michigan and Birmingham; XFL: St. Louis and DC), as confirmed by playoff seeding after Week 8 clinching.

• Games can be streamed on ESPN+ (ABC game), FOX Sports App (FOX game), or Fubo. Check theufl.com for updates.

• The winners advance to the UFL Championship Game on June 14, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET (ABC) at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis.