25 bold predictions for the 2025 NFL offseason

Watson has two years remaining on his assured contract, but it surely’s clear the Browns want to maneuver on in some capability. He is struggled in his first three seasons with the crew, and Cleveland may very well be headed for a right away rebuild. Even with the key cap implications, the Browns may very well be set to chop their quarterback.

New GM Mike Borgonzi has some fascinating selections to make this offseason, with the Titans having loads of cap area and the primary general draft alternative. It does not seem Will Levis is the long-term resolution at quarterback, however the crew may very well be making a mistake in the event that they draft from a weak quarterback class this yr. Alternatively, the crew might bear a gradual and regular rebuild, beginning with the addition of two-way star Travis Hunter out of Colorado.

Minnesota has 2024 first-round choose J.J. McCarthy coming back from knee surgical procedure subsequent season, however Darnold’s breakout season supplies them a troublesome choice. The crew might franchise and commerce Darnold or just maintain him for not less than another season. Regardless of Darnold’s struggles late within the yr, will probably be powerful for the Vikings to maneuver on.

Mack is a probable future Corridor of Famer, however the Chargers may not be capable of re-sign him this offseason. Groups will nonetheless line up for a participant with Mack’s expertise and pedigree, and he is a pure match as a College of Buffalo alum because the Payments probably lose Von Miller. 

The offensive line was KC’s most vital concern for a lot of 2024, they usually lastly addressed left sort out by shifting All-Professional guard Joe Thuney exterior. That is not a long-term resolution, however Ravens star Stanley could be an awesome match as a free agent to guard Patrick Mahomes’ blindside.

Diggs had a disappointing 2024 season on account of damage, and may very well be a free agent discount after two down years. The prospect of taking part in together with his youthful brother, Dallas cornerback Trevon Diggs, may very well be sufficient to entice Diggs to maneuver throughout the state as he tries to rehab his worth.

Dallas clearly made a mistake once they did not tackle working again adequately within the offseason. Harris is the kind of energy runner that the crew has coveted within the move, and may very well be an awesome match to enrich a now much less cellular Dak Prescott.

Carr had a transparent love for the Raiders group earlier than he was launched by Josh McDaniels. Now with Pete Carroll in cost, the crew is available in the market for a quarterback and will take a look at bringing Carr again with the Saints needing cap aid.

Garrett has demanded a commerce out of Cleveland, and there ought to be loads of fascinating suitors. Because the Lions attempt to win now earlier than their Tremendous Bowl window closes, it is a good time so as to add Garrett reverse star Aidan Hutchinson.

Lawrence made a number of Professional Bowls in Dallas when Quinn was defensive coordinator however performed solely 4 video games in 2024. He may very well be a free agent discount, and Quinn might make the most of him in Washington.

Hill added hypothesis that he wished out of Miami together with his postseason feedback. It stays to be seen if he was severe, but it surely’s clear Hill was pissed off with the quarterback play in Miami throughout 2024. The decline may need began in 2024, although 31 different groups ought to nonetheless have curiosity in his elite playmaking means.

McCarthy successfully had a red-shirt yr after lacking his rookie season on account of damage and may need misplaced the beginning job in Minnesota after Sam Darnold’s positive season. If Minnesota retains Darnold, they may look to money in on their 2024 first-rounder. The Jets are among the many groups determined for a quarterback with a weak 2025 draft class after the Aaron Rodgers debacle.

Richardson has struggled throwing the ball in his two seasons, and it stays to be seen if the Colts see him as an answer. It is seemingly they’ll not less than add competitors within the offseason, and Fields may very well be a robust match as a cellular quarterback with an identical ability set. 

Metcalf’s struggles in 2024 may very well be a sign that he is breaking down, so it would not be a shock to see the crew put him on the commerce block with a brand new offense. New head coach Pete Carroll has a historical past with Metcalf, and the Raiders might use one other weapon after buying and selling Davante Adams final season.

Whereas Hopkins wasn’t extremely productive in 2024 with the Titans and Chiefs, he clearly has good soccer left. He’d be a positive chief and weapon for the Pats, additionally reuniting with former Titans head coach Mike Vrabel.

It stays to be seen if Rodgers will retire this offseason, however he most likely could not resist one other beginning alternative within the highlight. The Giants are determined to win now after retaining Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen, and Rodgers could not even need to promote actual property to go from the Jets to Giants.

The Rams have positioned Kupp on the commerce block, and a number of other groups ought to be regardless of his quickness slowing on account of age. Chicago may very well be on the high of the listing with new head coach Ben Johnson, particularly if the crew is unable to re-sign Keenan Allen.

Hunt was a difference-maker for the Chiefs in 2024 as a complementary again who was wonderful in brief yardage. That function would make him a pleasant match for the Bears, and he would even have the chance to reunite with Eric Bieniemy.

Samuel has usually been talked about on the commerce block in San Francisco, and this might lastly be the yr he is moved with the 49ers sporting loads of wideout depth. Miami might use extra offensive weapons, and Samuel would stay in the identical offense as former 49ers assistant Mike McDaniel.

Higgins is arguably the highest free agent accessible, and loads of groups new receiver assist. The extensive receiver depth is missing in LA for Justin Herbert, and the Chargers have extra flexibility this offseason after making some powerful selections final offseason.

Hubbard had a down yr with the Bengals in 2024, and may very well be a commerce candidate in a brand new Cincy protection. Nonetheless, a number of groups could be joyful to commerce for him, together with the Colts after hiring his former defensive coordinator.

Mathieu hasn’t damaged down as rapidly because the Chiefs thought once they transfer on from him after 2021, and the crew may very well be available in the market for a security with Justin Reid headed towards free company. The Chiefs have some security expertise behind Reid, however Mathieu would match as a less expensive veteran chief in his return.

Payton’s love for Hill is well-documented, and the Saints might lastly be pressured to maneuver on from the utility man on account of cap points. Denver is a pure match, permitting Payton so as to add one other weapon for Bo Nix.

The Steelers have struggled to exchange Ben Roethlisberger, placing out with the additions of Kenny Pickett, Russell Wilson, and Justin Fields. That does not imply they need to cease swinging, and Sanders exhibits huge upside after a productive two seasons at Colorado. Pittsburgh enters the draft with the twenty first choose, and would seemingly must commerce up for Sanders.

Buffalo ultimately changed Stefon Diggs veteran presence in 2024 with Amari Cooper, and they’d do properly to search out one other confirmed wideout to help Josh Allen and the offense. Allen is a pleasant match on the draw back of his profession, displaying off surehandedness and veteran management for a crew with Tremendous Bowl aspirations.