NFC Offseason Grades: Giants Shine, Rams Reinforce, and NFC North Disappoints
As the NFL offseason transitions to on-field workouts for the 2026 season, teams have solidified their rosters and front offices are now receiving grades for their recent activities. NFC East Philadelphia Eagles: B- Notable additions include WR Makai Lemon and EDGE Jonathan Greenard. Departures feature WR A.J. Brown, indicating a significant shift in the roster. Dallas Cowboys: A- Major upgrades on defense with S Caleb Downs and EDGE Malachi Lawrence. The Cowboys have also retained WR George Pickens with a franchise tag. Washington Commanders: B+ The addition of LB Sonny Styles and EDGE Odafe Oweh strengthens a defense that struggled last season. New York Giants: A Head coach John Harbaugh's hiring stands out, along with key acquisitions like TE Isaiah Likely and LB Tremaine Edmunds. NFC North Chicago Bears: C A disappointing offseason with more talent leaving, notably WR D.J. Moore. Green Bay Packers: C- Limited improvement with significant losses, including LB Quay Walker. Minnesota Vikings: C The fate rests on QB Kyler Murray, as they face defensive losses. Detroit Lions: C Moves feel more like replacements rather than upgrades, with RB David Montgomery departing. NFC South Carolina Panthers: B+ Strong defensive additions with EDGE Jaelan Phillips and LB Devin Lloyd. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: B Transitioning with key departures like WR Mike Evans, yet refilling the roster effectively. Atlanta Falcons: B- A transformative offseason with the hiring of Matt Ryan as president, but personnel changes are modest. New Orleans Saints: B Weapons like RB Travis Etienne Jr. enhance the offense for QB Tyler Shough. NFC West Seattle Seahawks: C- More talent has exited than entered, notably MVP Kenneth Walker III. Los Angeles Rams: A Acquiring CB Trent McDuffie and addressing weaknesses makes them strong contenders. San Francisco 49ers: B- Key acquisitions like WR Mike Evans aim to bolster the offense after injury struggles. Arizona Cardinals: C- A rebuild is underway, but the draft strategy raises concerns, especially with the selection of RB Jeremiyah Love at No. 3.
Source: CBS Sports - 2026-05-21