Derwin James and Del'Shawn Phillips of the Chargers received Second-Team All-Pro honors for their performances in the 2025 season, with James recognized for his defensive skills and leadership, and Phillips for his exceptional special teams play, setting franchise records and earning his first All-Pro nod.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 2025 season saw a decline with an 8-9 record, led by quarterback Baker Mayfield who had a standout year with record-breaking performances and significant rushing yards, despite injuries. Teddy Bridgewater and Connor Bazelak served as backups, with the team planning for Mayfield's continuation in 2026 and a decision needed on Bridgewater's future.
Washington Commanders' head coach Dan Quinn and GM Adam Peters discussed plans to rebuild the team with a focus on acquiring young, fast talent, managing quarterback Jayden Daniels' health, addressing tight end and wide receiver depth, and implementing significant changes after a disappointing 2025 season.
The Buffalo Bills finished the 2025 regular season with a 12-5 record, setting team records for the No. 1 rushing offense in yards and touchdowns, and leading the league in pass defense yards allowed, finishing as the sixth seed in the playoffs.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles acknowledged the need for defensive adjustments after a mixed 2025 season, emphasizing evaluation and potential schematic and personnel changes to improve pass rush and overall defense performance for 2026.
The 2025 Jacksonville Jaguars had their most impressive regular season in franchise history, finishing 13-4 and beating multiple playoff teams, setting high expectations for their upcoming playoff game against the Bills, with fans and analysts optimistic about their chances.
The final 2025 NFL power rankings highlight the Seahawks as the top team, with the Patriots, Jaguars, Broncos, and Texans also ranking highly. The rankings reflect team performances, playoff prospects, and key challenges for various teams heading into the postseason.
The article reviews the final grades for AFC teams in the 2025 NFL season, highlighting the fall from grace of the Chiefs and Ravens, and analyzing the season performances, key moments, and offseason outlooks for teams like Cincinnati, Cleveland, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Miami, New York Jets, Tennessee, and others, emphasizing injuries, roster changes, and strategic considerations for rebuilding and future success.
The Baltimore Ravens signed eight players to reserve/future contracts after their season-ending loss to the Steelers, including several practice squad members like Amani Oruwariye and Kaimon Rucker.
Interim Titans coach Mike McCoy expressed gratitude and reflected on his brief tenure leading the team in 2025, acknowledging the support from the organization, players, and fans, while remaining open to future opportunities within the NFL.
Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon expressed confidence in GM Chris Ballard and coach Shane Steichen to improve the team's ability to handle adversity and finish seasons strong after an 8-9 record in 2025, emphasizing the need for urgency and continuity to achieve postseason success.
The Washington Commanders' players shared reflections on their 2025 season, highlighting coaching relationships, personal growth, team resilience, and offseason plans, with praise for coach Kliff Kingsbury and insights into individual and team development.
The Minnesota Vikings finished the 2025 season with a 9-8 record, ending on a high note with a five-game winning streak. The season featured notable tributes to players like Harrison Smith and C.J. Ham, impressive performances from Justin Jefferson, and a strong defensive showing. Despite missing the playoffs, the team showed resilience and set the stage for an active offseason with questions about quarterback health, coaching staff retention, and roster improvements for 2026.
Buffalo Bills running back James Cook III won the 2025 NFL rushing title with 1,621 yards, marking the first Bills player to do so since O.J. Simpson in 1976, and highlighting his significant impact and hard work this season.
The Dallas Cowboys finished their 2025 season with a 7-9-1 record, their first back-to-back losing seasons since 2002, leading to reflections from head coach Brian Schottenheimer and quarterback Dak Prescott on the frustrations and the work needed to improve for the next season.