NFL Predictions for 2025 Season: Who Will Rise and Fall?

New York, NY — With the start of the 2025 NFL season just days away, analysts are making bold predictions for how each team will perform this year. Fans are eager to see how these forecasts pan out and whether any teams will surprise or disappoint.

The Buffalo Bills are projected to finish first in the AFC East, with a record of 13-4, while the Miami Dolphins are predicted to struggle at 7-10. In the same division, the New England Patriots are seen as playoff contenders, thanks in part to new head coach Mike Vrabel, known for building strong defenses. Many analysts believe the Patriots could be a tough contender, leveraging their easy schedule.

In the AFC North, the Baltimore Ravens are expected to lead with a 12-5 record, but analysts believe the Cincinnati Bengals will closely follow at 11-6, making the division highly competitive. As for the AFC South, the Houston Texans are projected to win the division at 9-8, while the Jacksonville Jaguars could struggle with a 7-10 record. A notable prediction is that Daniel Jones will win more games than Trevor Lawrence, putting pressure on Lawrence to perform.

The AFC West sees the Kansas City Chiefs at the top with a forecast of 12-5, while the Denver Broncos are expected to do well with a record of 10-7. The Los Angeles Chargers and Las Vegas Raiders could end their seasons at 8-9 and 7-10, respectively.

In the NFC East, the Philadelphia Eagles are favorites to repeat as division champions, a feat not accomplished in the NFC East since 2004. Analysts expect the Eagles to sail through the season at 12-5, while the Dallas Cowboys could finish at 8-9.

The NFC North sees the Green Bay Packers predicted to edge out the Detroit Lions with an 11-6 record, while the Minnesota Vikings may struggle this year with uncertainties at quarterback.

In the NFC South, Baker Mayfield is poised for a big season, potentially leading the league in passing yards after a prolific 2024 season. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are expected to top the division at 10-7, with the New Orleans Saints bringing up the rear at 3-14.

As for the NFC West, the San Francisco 49ers are seen as a dominant team, potentially clinching the division title with a 13-4 record. Analysts are making bold claims that Brock Purdy could win MVP this season, highlighting the 49ers’ potential as a Super Bowl contender.

In playoff predictions, the 49ers are expected to face the Ravens in Super Bowl LX, with a narrow victory forecasted for the 49ers at 27-24. As the season unfolds, only time will tell if these predictions hold true.