Seahawks Reign Supreme After Super Bowl LX Win: Final 2025 NFL Power Rankings Breakdown
The 2025 NFL season is in the books, and there’s no debate left to be had - the Seattle Seahawks are your Super Bowl champions and the league’s top team. Their 29-13 win over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX wasn’t just convincing, it was commanding. And truth be told, the score doesn’t even fully capture just how dominant Seattle was on football’s biggest stage.
This wasn’t the Legion of Boom 2.0 - let’s not get ahead of ourselves. The “Dark Side” defense didn’t deliver a historic beatdown like Seattle did to Denver back in Super Bowl XLVIII.
But they didn’t need to. This version of the Seahawks played fast, physical, and smart, and when it mattered most, they overwhelmed a Patriots team that had been surging all postseason.
Now, the road ahead won’t be easy. Just ask the Eagles, who spent much of this season trying to recapture their 2024 magic.
Seattle’s already facing some offseason turnover, with offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak off to take the head coaching job in Las Vegas. And key players - including emerging star wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba - are due for new contracts.
Those are challenges for another day. For now, the Seahawks can bask in the glow of a title and the top spot in our final 2025 NFL power rankings.
Let’s dive into where every team stands after a wild, unpredictable, and unforgettable season.
Final 2025 NFL Power Rankings
1. Seattle Seahawks (17-3)
Sam Darnold. Super Bowl champion.
Let that sink in. The former No. 3 overall pick beat his 2018 draft classmates to a ring, and he did it by playing within himself and letting Seattle’s defense and run game set the tone.
The “Dark Side” defense might not be legendary just yet, but they were the best unit in football when it mattered most.
2. Los Angeles Rams (14-6)
The NFC Championship might’ve been the real Super Bowl. The Rams had the talent - and the defense - to win it all, but special teams haunted them all year and bit them again late.
Still, with this core, they’ll be right back in the mix.
3. Denver Broncos (15-4)
No Bo Nix in the AFC Championship, and that might’ve been the difference. Denver had the defense, the run game, and the swagger to go the distance.
If Nix is healthy in 2026, they’ll be a serious threat to take the next step.
4. New England Patriots (17-4)
They made it to the Super Bowl, but the moment looked a little too big for rookie QB Drake Maye. The future is still bright, but he’ll need to grow from a shaky playoff run if the Pats want to stay on top in the AFC.
5. Houston Texans (13-6)
Missing Nico Collins in the Divisional Round stung. This team has the pieces - a rising QB, young playmakers, and a defense that’s still improving.
With a few tweaks, they could be elite next season.
6. Chicago Bears (12-7)
Don’t sleep on Chicago. They’ve got a young, balanced roster and a defense that can turn games.
Heading into 2026, they’re a top-three team in the NFC conversation.
7. Buffalo Bills (13-6)
They had a golden opportunity with no Mahomes, no Lamar Jackson in the playoff field. But they couldn’t capitalize.
Now it’s Joe Brady’s turn to lead as head coach - and that could be the spark Josh Allen needs.
8. Jacksonville Jaguars (13-5)
The defense carried them all year, but they couldn’t stop Josh Allen in the Wild Card round. Still, this was a big step forward for the Jags, and they’ll be back in the hunt.
9. San Francisco 49ers (13-6)
Kyle Shanahan and company coached their tails off. Even in a loaded NFC, the Niners remain one of the most well-rounded, well-coached teams in the league.
10. Los Angeles Chargers (11-7)
Injuries to both starting tackles were brutal, but reinforcements are on the way. With Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater healthy and Mike McDaniel calling plays, the Chargers’ offense could take off.
11. Green Bay Packers (9-8-1)
Losing Micah Parsons to a torn ACL was a major setback. But with Jordan Love continuing to grow and a young core around him, the Packers will be back in the playoff mix next year.
12. Philadelphia Eagles (11-7)
A major shakeup on the offensive staff puts Philly at a crossroads. They’ve got the talent to bounce back, but 2026 could go either way depending on how quickly the new system clicks.
13. Pittsburgh Steelers (10-8)
The Mike Tomlin era comes to a close. With it, the league’s longest streak of non-losing seasons could be in jeopardy.
A new chapter begins in Pittsburgh - and it won’t be easy.
14. Detroit Lions (9-8)
Injuries and inconsistency held them back, but this team still has bite. With a few smart offseason moves and better health, they’ll be right back in the playoff picture.
15. Carolina Panthers (8-10)
The defense is legit. The run game is solid.
The only thing missing? Consistent quarterback play.
If Bryce Young can take the next step, the Panthers could surprise in 2026.
16. Baltimore Ravens (8-9)
A disappointing season ends the John Harbaugh era. But with Jesse Minter taking over and a talented roster still in place, Baltimore could rebound quickly.
17. Minnesota Vikings (9-8)
Watching Sam Darnold hoist the Lombardi had to sting for Kevin O’Connell. The Vikings were close, but quarterback play remains the question mark.
18. Indianapolis Colts (8-9)
It’s now or never for GM Chris Ballard and HC Shane Steichen. The pieces are there, but they need to put it all together in 2026 or risk a full reset.
19. New Orleans Saints (6-11)
Tyler Shough looks like the real deal under center. If he continues to develop, the Saints could be a sleeper in the NFC South.
20. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8-9)
Todd Bowles enters 2026 with one of the hottest seats in the league. The Bucs have talent, but they need more consistency - especially on defense.
21. Atlanta Falcons (8-9)
They nailed their offseason coaching hires. If Michael Penix Jr. can elevate his play, the Falcons could make a serious jump.
22. Dallas Cowboys (7-9-1)
The offense was explosive, but the defense couldn’t hold up its end. If they can find balance, Dallas could challenge for the NFC East crown again.
23. Cincinnati Bengals (6-11)
Simple math here: if Joe Burrow plays 13 or more games in 2026, the Bengals are a playoff team. That’s how much he means to this franchise.
24. Miami Dolphins (7-10)
New head coach Jeff Hafley has his work cut out for him. First order of business?
Figure out the quarterback situation. Could Quinn Ewers be the answer?
25. Kansas City Chiefs (6-11)
Seeing the Chiefs this low feels surreal. But with Patrick Mahomes rehabbing a torn ACL, 2025 was always going to be tough.
Expect a fierce bounce-back in 2026 - Mahomes will be on a mission.
26. Washington Commanders (5-12)
Dan Quinn takes over and has a clear mandate: get younger, get faster, and help Jayden Daniels develop into a franchise quarterback.
27. Cleveland Browns (5-12)
Todd Monken steps into a tough situation. The Browns need a reset in multiple areas - and a little luck wouldn’t hurt either.
28. Tennessee Titans (3-14)
Cam Ward showed flashes, and now he’ll get Brian Daboll as his offensive coordinator. That pairing could be exactly what Tennessee needs to get back on track.
29. Arizona Cardinals (3-14)
Mike LaFleur might’ve been the best under-the-radar hire of the cycle. The Cardinals are rebuilding, but they’ve got a coach who can grow with them.
30. New York Giants (4-13)
Don’t expect the Giants to stay in the basement. John Harbaugh brings instant credibility and structure - and that alone should lift this team out of the league’s bottom tier.
The 2025 season gave us plenty to talk about - breakout stars, surprise contenders, and a few dramatic coaching changes. But more than anything, it gave us a clear champion. The Seahawks earned their crown, and they’ll head into 2026 with a target on their back and a roster built to defend it.
Let the offseason begin.