There was a ton of parity in the NFL during the 2025 campaign, and much of that is evidenced in the 12 double-digit win teams. The playoffs also threw us a curveball, as the two Super Bowl teams, Seattle and New England, didn't even make the playoffs the year prior. All in all, from a pure entertainment perspective, 2025 was awesome.
And it really could be more of the same. Some of the league's worst teams from a year ago have gotten better, and there is no guarantee that the double-digit win teams from 2025 remain that way. We could see some even wilder finishes and more shocking division winners this upcoming season.
Based on where the teams stand right now, let's power-rank the 12 double-digit win teams from one year ago for the upcoming season.
Power ranking the 12 double-digit win teams as the 2026 offseason rolls on
12. Pittsburgh Steelers
Yet again, the Pittsburgh Steelers have no clear answer at quarterback, and it's honestly a bit head-shaking from an outsider's perspective. How long can this team continue down this path with patchwork quarterbacks for a year?
The fact that this team is holding out to see what Aaron Rodgers does is an indictment on how poorly-run this team is, period. Pittsburgh could scrape together another 10 wins in 2026 if Rodgers does return, as he and Mike McCarthy, along with a good not great roster make for a 'high floor' type of football team.
11. Los Angeles Chargers
Many have been baffled at the lack of overall aggression along the offensive line this offseason. Los Angeles had a ton of cap space and could have really put a stamp on this unit once and for all. Tyler Biadasz was a solid signing, but Cole Strange and Trevor Penning were underwhelming moves at best.
At this point in time, it really does feel like the Chargers have done enough to reach that 10-11 win mark, but they have not made any sort of move that would make you think they're ready to take that next step.
10. Philadelphia Eagles
Cracking the top-10 here, the Philadelphia Eagles are, like the Steelers and Chargers, one of those 'good not great' teams that, if nothing else, have a high floor. Philly brought in Sean Mannion as the offensive coordinator and will again look different on that side of the ball. With the limitations at quarterback, Saquon Barkley being a year older, and a potential AJ Brown trade still possible, Philly's ceiling might be limited in 2026.
No one would really be all that shocked if the Eagles went 11-6 and made the playoffs. They haven't made any sort of move to indicate they can return to juggernaut status.
9. Houston Texans
Houston overhauled the offensive line a bit with additions of Braden Smith and Wyatt Teller. The defense saw a new face in Reed Blankenship, and the team swung a trade for David Montgomery. Houston is a better team now than they were one month ago, and General Manager Nick Caserio has really done a nice job at building this roster.
However, the elephant in the room as of now is CJ Stroud, who hasn't played all that well the past two seasons after an electric rookie campaign. Stroud is and still could be the one thing holding this team back.
8. San Francisco 49ers
San Francisco has added some solid talent this offseason with Mike Evans, Christian Kirk, Dre Greenlaw, and Osa Odighizuwa. All in all, the other players returning from injuries, coupled with the offseason additions the front office has made, should make for one of the league's best rosters, but health has always been a concern, and there is just no guarantee that this team stays healthy.
7. Chicago Bears
Chicago has had to tweak the defense a bit this offseason, and they also had a surprising hole at center after the Drew Dalman retirement. The Bears won 11 games last year and have gotten better on defense, so there is reason for hope.
But trading DJ Moore was a tough move that simply had to happen, so all in all, the roster is in the same spot talent-wise as it was when the season ended. The Bears figure to bolster the defense in the NFL Draft and could add another weapon on offense.
Given the offseason moves, Chicago has positioned themselves well to build from the breakout 2025 season.
6. Jacksonville Jaguars
Jacksonville lost Travis Etienne and Devin Lloyd in free agency, but the Jags really caught on down the stretch in 2025. It's clear that Liam Coen is cut out to be a head coach, and quarterback Trevor Lawrence ended the year on a hot streak and was an MVP candidate. Given that Coen and Lawrence are both excellent at what they do, the Jags have a strong foundation for success in 2026 and beyond.
5. Buffalo Bills
The Buffalo Bills have made some notable changes this offseason. Parting with Sean McDermott and elevating Joe Brady to the head coaching role was their first major move. Buffalo bolstered the offense by trading for DJ Moore and added Geno Stone and CJ Gardner-Johnson into the secondary.
Given that this team has been near the top of the NFL hierarchy for years, and the fact that Josh Allen is still in his prime, it'd take a lot for the Buffalo Bills to not win a ton of games. There has been a lot of change, but sometimes, change is for the better.
4. New England Patriots
Taking advantage of a wildly easy schedule in 2025, the New England Patriots made it to the Super Bowl but got blown out by Seattle. While some are predicting a regression in 2026, which is possible, there is very much a chance that the Pats can regress in the win column but still largely look like a better team.
They've added some pieces to the offense this offseason, signing Alijah Vera-Tucker and Romeo Doubs, and could still have an AJ Brown trade up their sleeve here later in the year. Mike Vrabel and Josh McDaniels, their head coach and offensive coordinator, are both some of the best in their respective roles, and Drake Maye is a superstar, so a top-4 ranking is appropriate.
3. Denver Broncos
Coming within one game of the Super Bowl in 2025, the Denver Broncos lost Bo Nix to a broken ankle in the Divisional Round in one of the more shocking things we've seen in recent NFL history. Denver adeed Jaylen Waddle in a mega-trade this offseason and already have one of the best rosters in the league.
The Broncos should again be a top team in the NFL. They sport an elite coaching staff, ascending quarterback, and a flat-out loaded roster. What more could you ask for?
2. Los Angeles Rams
The Los Angeles Rams have already fixed their biggest issue, which was at cornerback. They took a pair of former Kansas City Chiefs by trading for Trent McDuffie and signing Jaylen Watson. All of a sudden, the Rams roster doesn't really have an obvious weakness at the moment.
For the longest time, it did seem like the Rams were going to close the deal on the NFC West title, but a shaky ending to the season handed that to the Seattle Seahawks. Los Angeles is clearly hoping that does not happen here in 2026.
1. Seattle Seahawks
The Seattle Seahawks take the top spot here. Seattle went 14-3 during the regular season and won it all. They sported one of the more balanced rosters in the NFL, finishing as the 3rd-ranked scoring offense and 1st-ranked scoring defense.
While the Seahawks haven't been all that aggressive in free agency, they were able to retain Rashid Shaheed and Josh Jobe, and got an extension done for Jaxon Smith-Njigba. It's clear that the Seahawks want to try and run it back with many of the same players.
As of now, this team does not have a notable hole and could be in a position to repeat in 2026.