Our analysts ranked all 32 NFL offenses, and we used those choices to create consensus rankings. Below are Derek Brown’s NFL Offense Rankings, complete with notes about several of his selections.
- Matthew Freedman’s NFL Offense Rankings
- Andrew Erickson’s NFL Offense Rankings
- Pat Fitzmaurice’s NFL Offense Rankings
Previously, our analysts took a look at NFL head coaches and their staffs, the most overrated and underrated players, the top rookies, the top breakout candidates, the safest pick on each NFL team, and more:
- Most Overrated Player on Each Team
- Most Underrated Player on Each Team
- Top Rookie on Each NFL Team
- Top Breakout Candidates on Each NFL Team
- Safest Pick on Each NFL Team
- NFL Head Coach & Staff Consensus Rankings
- Biggest Question for Each NFL Team
Derek Brown’s NFL Offense Rankings
RANK | TEAM |
1 | Buffalo Bills |
2 | Los Angeles Chargers |
3 | Cincinnati Bengals |
4 | Los Angeles Rams |
5 | Kansas City Chiefs |
6 | Denver Broncos |
7 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers |
8 | San Francisco 49ers |
9 | Dallas Cowboys |
10 | Philadelphia Eagles |
11 | Minnesota Vikings |
12 | Las Vegas Raiders |
13 | Baltimore Ravens |
14 | Green Bay Packers |
15 | Miami Dolphins |
16 | Arizona Cardinals |
17 | Detroit Lions |
18 | Indianapolis Colts |
19 | New England Patriots |
20 | New York Jets |
21 | New Orleans Saints |
22 | Pittsburgh Steelers |
23 | Carolina Panthers |
24 | New York Giants |
25 | Washington Commanders |
26 | Tennessee Titans |
27 | Cleveland Browns |
28 | Atlanta Falcons |
29 | Seattle Seahawks |
30 | Jacksonville Jaguars |
31 | Chicago Bears |
32 | Houston Texans |
2. Los Angeles Chargers
Justin Herbert is directing a high-octane offense in Los Angeles again in 2022. Last season the Chargers were fifth in points per game and second in red-zone scoring attempts per game, and there’s no reason to think that changes. The aerial attack remains headlined by Keenan Allen, Mike Williams, and Austin Ekeler, with solid tertiary pieces around them. With Isaiah Spiller and Gerald Everett added to the cupboard this offseason, its wheels up for the Bolts.
8. San Francisco 49ers
Trey Lance will add a different dynamic to this stout offense. Lance’s scrambling ability and strong arm will provide playmaking opportunities that Jimmy Garoppolo could never. Last season the 49ers finished sixth in EPA per play and 12th in offensive success rate. Adding Lance to a talented cast including George Kittle, Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk, and Elijah Mitchell equals scoreboard fireworks in 2022.
9. Dallas Cowboys
Pick an offensive category. I can promise you the Dallas Cowboys were near the top of the list in everyone. In 2021 Dallas ranked first in points per game, second in points per play, seventh in EPA and success rate per play, and sixth in total plays. While the team lost Amari Cooper and Michael Gallup could be slow out the gate, this roster still has plenty of firepower to repeat those mouthwatering numbers this year.
10. Philadelphia Eagles
As much as people love to shade Jalen Hurts, he led an offense that was 12th in EPA and points per play last year. With the continued ascension of Hurts and DeVonta Smith coupled with the addition of A.J. Brown, this offense can achieve even greater things this season.
15. Miami Dolphins
The Miami Dolphins’ have athleticism and explosive playmakers for days in this offense. Care to try and win a foot race in the open field with Tyreek Hill or Jaylen Waddle? I figured not. With blocking help now upfront, all Tua Tagovailoa has to do is play point guard in South Beach, and this team will have no issues putting up points and blowing past consensus expectations.
23. Carolina Panthers
Good things can happen when you have D.J. Moore and Christian McCaffrey leading the way for your offense. Is Baker Mayfield an elite quarterback? No. Is he in a different area code of quarterback play from Sam Darnold? Absolutely. If McCaffrey can stay healthy and Mayfield can be the short-term answer the team needs, they could revisit the 23.8 points per game they averaged through the first six games last year. That would have ranked 16th in NFL if they had kept up that pace all season.
24. New York Giants
Yes, the Giants were putrid last season, ranking 31st in points per game. The 2022 season is the dawning of a new era for Giants’ football. Brain Daboll will author a better offensive system than Jason Garrett. The offensive line will be the best that Daniel Jones and Saquon Barkley have ever played with. If Kadarius Toney and Wan’Dale Robinson can step up in a big way, this group will open some eyes.
Other Analyst NFL Offense Rankings
- Matthew Freedman’s NFL Offense Rankings
- Andrew Erickson’s NFL Offense Rankings
- Joe Pisapia’s NFL Offense Rankings
- Pat Fitzmaurice’s NFL Offense Rankings
Derek Brown’s 2022 Redraft Fantasy Football Rankings
ADP – Average Draft Position
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