The article evaluates the NFL teams four weeks into the 2025 season, categorizing them into five tiers based on their performance and potential.
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Tier 5: Draft – Teams like the Panthers, Saints, Jets, and Titans are struggling significantly, with poor performances indicating they are unlikely to improve.
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Tier 4: Probably Bad – The Raiders, Dolphins, and Giants show limited competency. The Raiders are on a losing streak, while the Dolphins and Giants face challenges on offense.
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Tier 3: Probably Frisky – This tier includes a mix of teams like the Cardinals, Ravens, and Cowboys that have both strengths and weaknesses. They are considered average, with potential for better performance but not enough evidence to determine if they are good or bad.
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Tier 2: Probably Good – Teams such as the Chiefs, Chargers, and Buccaneers have shown talent and a decent start, but have notable flaws, particularly on defense or due to injuries.
- Tier 1: Inner Circle (for now) – The Eagles and Bills are at the top, remaining undefeated. The Lions, Packers, and Rams also show promise, but their standings depend on how well they can maintain their performance moving forward.
Overall, while teams have shown early trends, the season is still young, and there is potential for significant changes as the games continue.
