Every week of the season, we'll assess the state of each NFL roster with a particular focus on its weaknesses. By the end of the campaign, we'll have built a big board for every team based on its biggest needs and wants. Everything from immediate holes to fill to the offseason player carousel of free agency and the 2024 NFL draft is taken into account.

The weaknesses here are not just knee-jerk reactions to the weekend's games, but more an overarching assessment with both present and future roster-building in mind.

All AFC teams are scouted by Alex Ballentine, and all NFC teams are scouted by Matt Holder.

Some of these players have already been highlighted in more detail, particularly the prospects in our 2024 latest NFL draft trends.

Further analysis of every NFL roster will publish each Monday throughout the regular season.

Arizona Cardinals

The Arizona Cardinals got off to a hot start in Week 1, jumping out to a 17-10 halftime lead against the Bills.

However, the team's lack of talent defensively eventually crept up on them as 24 second-half points by Buffalo caused Arizona to drop the contest.

It feels like that type of performance is what the Cardinals can expect to see this season as they'll be pesky but still a few pieces away from being a contender.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Edge-Rusher
2. Cornerback
3. Offensive Tackle
4. Defensive Tackle
5. Left Guard

Add Now: CB Bradley Roby

The Cardinals defense could use some reinforcements, especially in the secondary where the unit is young. Adding Roby would bring some experience to the position group, and it helps that he's shown the ability to line up at nickel or on the boundary.

2025 Free Agency: CB Charvarius Ward, San Francisco 49ers

On a related note, it wouldn't be surprising to see Arizona considered as a playoff contender in 2025 since the offense has plenty of firepower.

However, the defense will need some upgrades in the offseason. So, while Ward will be 29 years old and might not have a long tenure in the desert given his age, he'd be a good pickup to increase the team's postseason hopes.

The 49er would immediately be the best corner on the Cardinals roster after recording a league-leading 23 passes defended last season. Also, it's a bonus that the club would be stealing him away from a division rival.

2025 NFL Draft: EDGE Jack Sawyer, Ohio State

Even if BJ Ojulari bounces back strong from his injury, Monti Ossenfort should be looking at adding an edge-rusher in the draft. Meanwhile, the Ohio State product ranked 61st on B/R's big board before deciding to return to school last year, so he could end up being a good second-round target in this April's draft.

"As a pass-rusher, Sawyer has the strength to collapse the pocket against weaker tackles and has a decent cross-chop that he uses as a nice inside counter move," the Buckeye's scouting report said. "He also has a good motor to get coverage sacks and will get his hands up to bat passes at the line of scrimmage."

(Previous Week's Selections: EDGE Yannick Ngakoue, EDGE Chase Young, S Rod Moore)

Atlanta Falcons

The Kirk Cousins era got off to a slow start for the Atlanta Falcons.

The veteran quarterback threw for just 155 yards and a touchdown to go along with a couple of interceptions, one that sealed the team's fate with about three minutes to go.

That led to just 10 points and a home loss to Pittsburgh, dropping Atlanta to 0-1 while Tampa Bay and New Orleans took the early lead in the NFC South.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. 2nd Cornerback
2. 2nd Wide Receiver
3. Left Guard
4. Edge-Rusher

Add Now: WR Russell Gage

Gage began his career in Atlanta and had a solid three-year run from 2019 to 2021 with 187 catches for 2,002 yards and nine touchdowns. To start this season, the offense is pretty thin at wide receiver and could use another veteran option as a potential second or third wideout.

Granted, the 28-year-old missed all of last season with an injury and was released by the Ravens at the end of training camp. But it'd be worth it for the Falcons to at least bring him in for a workout or add him to the practice squad to see if Gage can contribute this year.

2025 Free Agency: CB Rasul Douglas, Buffalo Bills

The Dirty Birds' defense could use a cornerback to play on the other side of A.J. Terrell right now, and that need will only heighten when Mike Hughes' contract expires at the end of the year.

Douglas could be a good option seeing as he's coming off a campaign where he logged five interceptions and 14 passes defended while earning an 84.4 coverage grade from Pro Football Focus. Also, the impending free agent turns 30 next August, so he might be willing to take a cheaper deal to play for a contender.

2025 NFL Draft: EDGE Patrick Payton, Florida State

Even when Bralen Trice returns next season, Atlanta will likely be in the market for an edge-rusher in the draft since Matthew Judon's and Lorenzo Carter's contracts are about to expire. So, Payton should be on Fontenot's radar in this year's NFL draft class.

Despite having a wiry frame, the Florida State product has more strength at the point of attack than one might expect. He also shows some impressive athleticism to develop into a quality pass-rusher down the line, and he impacted the passing game in several ways during the 2022 and 2023 seasons, recording 12 sacks and 13 passes defended.

(Previous Week's Selections: CB Ahkello Witherspoon, EDGE Azeez Ojulari, C Parker Brailsford)

Baltimore Ravens

The Ravens came a few inches away from taking out the back-to-back champion Kansas City Chiefs in the season-opener on Thursday night.

All things considered, it was a solid debut for a team that lost three out of five starting offensive linemen and had to revamp their defensive coaching staff.

Things won't get much easier schedule-wise. They get a home game against the Raiders next week, but then it's a road trip to Dallas and a home game against another AFC contender in the Buffalo Bills.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Edge-Rusher
2. Interior Offensive Line
3. Wide Receiver
4. Right Tackle
5. Running Back

Add Now: Edge Yannick Ngakoue

Yannick Ngakoue was featured in this spot in a previous iteration of this piece. The Ravens' depth on the edges has been suspect for much of training camp and the summer. Kyle Van Noy suffered a fractured orbital bone. Now the need for another edge-rusher is approaching dire territory.

The free-agent market is mostly barren, but Yannick Ngakoue remains available. He doesn't do much as a run defender and he struggles to set the edge with his size, but he still has a quick first step and the ability to get after the passer for a team that needs that skill set.

2025 Free Agency: WR Amari Cooper, Cleveland Browns

Isaiah Likely's performance is an exciting development for the Ravens. As Mark Andrews starts to age, they have another dynamic tight end coming into his own. Even Zay Flowers' performance in Week 1 is encouraging as the Ravens looked to feed him the ball. The problem is the rest of the receiving corps.

The Ravens have never had a great receiving corps and some of that might be by design. They are a unique offense with Lamar Jackson at the helm. But it's still worth wondering if having a traditional outside receiver like Amari Cooper could open things up and unlock another layer.

2025 NFL Draft: DL Walter Nolen, Ole Miss

The Ravens have a star in Nnamdi Madubuike, and the defensive interior isn't necessarily a need, but it wouldn't hurt for them to keep building their defensive front through the draft. Michael Pierce is playing an important role as the team's nose tackle and Travis Jones is the heir apparent to that role. Ole Miss defender Walter Nolen would be a good complementary piece to complete the younger core.

Nolen's 6'4", 290-pound frame allows him to line up all over the front, and his violent hands allow him to beat blocks in a variety of ways.

(Previous Week's Selections: RB Jerick McKinnon, Edge Malcolm Koonce, IOL Tyler Booker)

Buffalo Bills

The Bills had major questions about the spine of their defense after losing Micah Hyde and Jordan Poyer in free agency and Matt Milano with an injury. There were also questions about how the offense would operate without Gabe Davis and Stefon Diggs.

If their 34-28 win over the Arizona Cardinals is any indication, the offense is going to be just fine.

Josh Allen didn't have a huge game, as Keon Coleman led all Buffalo receivers with 51 yards, but he was efficient (10.1 yards per attempt).

The defense wasn't as bad as the score indicated, either. It gave up just 270 total yards, and one of the Cardinals' touchdowns was a kickoff return.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Edge-Rusher
2. Wide Receiver
3. Cornerback
4. Linebacker
5. Interior Defensive Line

Add Now: Edge Frank Clark

The Bills are working to replace a lot of talent in the spine of the defense. The safeties are new and Matt Milano suffered an injury that will keep him out for the majority of the season. That only puts more pressure on the team's edge-rushers to get after the quarterback while only rushing four and set a solid edge that turns everything back inside in the run game.

Frank Clark carries injury risk, but so do Dawuane Smoot and Von Miller. Clark's heavy hands fit right in with the Bills M.O. up front and he could add valuable depth as long as he is healthy.

2025 Free Agency: CB Deommodore Lenoir, San Francisco 49ers

The Bills are still waiting for Kaiir Elam to pan out, Rasul Douglas will be a free agent and Christian Benford is the only outside corner with any experience who will definitely be back. It's a spot that is going to need new blood in 2025.

Going after Deommodore Lenoir in free agency would be a good start. He has blossomed into a good starter for the 49ers, giving up a passer rating of 75.2 last season despite being targeted 95 times. He'll only be 25 when hits free agency, which means the Bills could have a long-term duo of Lenoir and Benford.

2025 NFL Draft: S Malaki Starks, Georgia

It's no secret that the Bills secondary is going to miss Jordan Poyer and Micah Hyde at certain points this season. The Bills bid farewell to the aging safety duo and did their best to replace them, but it's going to be a process that likely takes another offseason. Malaki Starks is going to be a special player at the position and would be an ideal draft target.

Here's Cory Giddings on the Bulldogs defender:

"Starks is the best safety in college football," Giddings said. "An elite athlete, Starks is a versatile defender who is a ball hawk in coverage, whether he's working in a deep zone or man coverage. He does a great job of staying in the proper position and attacking the ball in the air."

(Previous Week's Selections: Edge Yannick Ngakoue, IOL Zack Martin, WR Evan Stewart)

Carolina Panthers

New season, same Carolina Panthers.

They were never in their game against New Orleans this weekend as the Saints scored on the first possession of the contest and never looked back en route to their 37-point victory.

That left Bryce Young and Dave Canales looking for answers as the quarterback was especially bad, going 13 for 30 with 161 yards no touchdowns and two interceptions.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Quarterback
2. Tight End
3. Left Tackle
4. Cornerback
5. Edge-Rusher

Add Now: WR Kadarius Toney

Yes, Toney has been a bust through the first four years of his career. But the Panthers need some help at wide receiver and someone who could stick around for the long haul. Diontae Johnson's contract expires at the end of the season while Adam Thielen is in his mid-30s and only signed through 2025.

So, it wouldn't be a bad idea to kick the tires on the former first-round pick to see if he can build some chemistry with Bryce Young. However, the organization will have to move quickly as Toney visited with the Seahawks last Tuesday, per ESPN's Adam Schefter.

2025 Free Agency: CB Asante Samuel Jr., Los Angeles Chargers

Jaycee Horn has struggled to stay on the field during his first three years in the league and will be a free agent after next season. Also, Carolina has a couple of notable corners whose contracts expire in the offseason in Mike Jackson and Tory Hill. So, the position might be a priority for the front office this spring.

Adding Samuel would give the defense a good young corner who has impressive ball skills with 41 combined pass breakups and interceptions through three seasons. Also, he doesn't turn 25 until October and is only a year older than Horn.

2025 NFL Draft: OT Kelvin Banks Jr., Texas

This will be a crucial year for Ikem Ekwonu as he must take strides in pass protection to stick at left tackle. Meanwhile, Dan Morgan should be doing his homework on the offensive tackle prospects in this year's draft class just in case, and the Texas product would be a good player to start with.

"Texas' Kelvin Banks Jr. uses smooth movement skills to mirror effectively on an island," B/R offensive line scout Brandon Thorn said. "Banks is also able to protect at a high level without help, which will help him stick outside in the NFL despite being a little undersized (6'4", 320 lbs).

"Questions do linger about his play strength that will need to get answered this season, but his pass-protecting skills will warrant him to be considered as a top-half-of-the-first-round blocker."

(Previous Week's Selections: No one, RB Javonte Williams, WR Luther Burden III)

Chicago Bears

It wasn't pretty, but the Chicago Bears managed to get the job done at home against the Titans.

Jonathan Owens returned a blocked punt for a touchdown that helped spark the team to overturn a 17-0 deficit along with a Tyrique Stevenson pick-six, as Chicago's defense and special teams combined to outscore its offense.

Caleb Williams was underwhelming in his debut, not even eclipsing 100 passing yards, but he at least didn't turn the ball over to keep the team alive. But the No. 1 overall pick needs to play better moving forward.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Center
2. Offensive Tackle depth
3. Interior Pass Rush
4. 2nd Edge-Rusher
5. 2nd Corner

Add Now: DT Adam Gotsis

The Bears could use some interior pass-rushing help and depth at defensive tackle, which Gotsis can provide. While playing in a rotational role for the Jaguars over the last four seasons, he racked up 5.5 sacks and 26 quarterback hits to be a quality backup behind Gervon Dexter Sr.

2025 Free Agency: WR Tyler Boyd, Tennessee Titans

While Chicago is currently projected to have about $52 million in cap space, per Over The Cap, the organization might be hesitant to re-sign Keenan Allen this offseason. Allen turns 33 in April and will likely be looking for one more big payday. Also, the club spent a first-round pick on Rome Odunze, who would ideally become the offense's WR2 next year.

So, adding a receiver like Boyd to operate out of the slot and be the team's No. 3 WR could be enticing. He shouldn't command a huge contract and has been consistently productive, racking in roughly 60 catches and 700 yards over the last four seasons.

2025 NFL Draft: S Malaki Starks, Georgia

Kevin Byard III and Jaquan Brisker are only signed through 2025, so it would be a smart move for Ryan Poles to get ahead of a need during this year's NFL draft. Meanwhile, the Georgia product is a Swiss Army knife type of player who can impact the game in multiple ways and currently projects as the top prospect at the position.

"Starks is the best safety in college football," B/R's defensive backs scout Cory Giddings said. "An elite athlete, Starks is a versatile defender who is a ball hawk in coverage, whether he's working in a deep zone or man coverage. He does a great job of staying in the proper position and attacking the ball in the air.

"When playing the run, he can look like a heat-seeking missile."

(Previous Week's Selections: OT Cameron Fleming, C Ryan Kelly, IOL Tyler Booker)

Cincinnati Bengals

Yikes. The Bengals could not have gotten off to a worse start.

Not only did the Patriots beat them, but they also managed to gain just 244 total yards to New England's 290. Joe Burrow did not look comfortable pushing the ball downfield, and Ja'Marr Chase was limited to just 62 yards on six receptions.

The defense's inability to stop the run was an issue that reared its head again as the Patriots racked up 170 yards on the ground.

The good news is that the Bengals have rebounded from some bad starts in recent history. This is a definite low point, though.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Cornerback
2. Interior Offensive Line
3. Wide Receiver
4. Interior Defensive Line
5. Edge-Rusher

Add Now: WR Jason Brownlee, New York Jets Practice Squad

The Bengals receiver room was a bit questionable heading into Week 1. Ja'Marr Chase's status was murky and Tee Higgins was a surprise addition to the injury report with a hamstring issue. It highlighted just how close this team is to having Andrei Iosivas working as the team's top target.

It wouldn't be a bad idea for the Bengals to explore other teams' practice squads and see if there's a receiver worth signing. Jason Brownlee has looked good when the Jets have given him preseason action and recently made Chris Trapasso's practice squad power rankings. Signing him to the active roster before the Jets can promote him might be a sneaky-good move.

2025 Free Agency: Edge Baron Browning, Denver Broncos

The Bengals have a potential youth problem at the edge-rusher position. Trey Hendrickson and Sam Hubbard have given the Bengals solid play at the position for a while, but Myles Murphy hasn't shown promise and he's out for a while with a sprained MCL.

Unless Murphy comes back from that injury and shows the potential to become a starter, the Bengals might be in the market for an edge-rusher. It's not a deep class of pass-rushers right now, but Baron Browning has some promise. The converted off-ball linebacker is still developing and will only be 26 if he hits the market next spring.

2025 NFL Draft: DT Tyleik Williams, Ohio State

The Bengals defensive line isn't just due for a re-stock on the outside. They should be looking for long-term answers on the inside too. D.J. Reader left in free agency and B.J. Hill is slated to become a free agent this year. They drafted Kris Jenkins Jr., but it would be a good idea to return to the interior of the line again in next year's draft.

They don't have to look far to find a good talent at the position. Tyleik Williams has the size of a run-stuffing defensive tackle with the burst and hand-fighting skills of a pass-rushing menace in the middle.

(Previous Week's Selections: Edge Carl Lawson, DT Milton Williams, Edge Patrick Payton)

Cleveland Browns

It wasn't a great day for season openers in the state of Ohio. The Cleveland Browns at least lost to a Dallas Cowboys team that is expected to be good this season, but they did so in devastating fashion.

Excitement for the new-look Cleveland offense, with a healthy Deshaun Watson and new offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey, went out the window with the quarterback throwing for just 119 yards on 32 pass attempts and taking six sacks.

The Browns were without starting tackles Jedrick Wills and Jack Conklin, but the offense has a long way to go.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Wide Receiver
2. Running Back
3. Left Tackle
4. Linebacker
5. Cornerback

Add Now: WR Kadarius Toney

There aren't a ton of major concerns with this roster on paper. The tackle situation isn't ideal, but it should be resolved as they get healthier at the position. It is fair to wonder about the depth at receiver. Elijah Moore still needs to prove he's a capable third receiver, and there aren't reliable options behind him.

Kadarius Toney isn't exactly reliable either, but he still makes him an interesting add in the right context. Toney was released by the Chiefs and he hasn't found a home yet. The Browns might just be in a position to take a risk on him.

2025 Free Agency: OT Cam Robinson, Jacksonville Jaguars

The jury is still out on whether Jedrick Wills is going to earn a contract extension by the end of the season. His 2023 campaign was rough and he's just now returning to practice for the first time since he suffered a season-ending knee injury in Week 9 of the 2023 season.

If he doesn't look like a solid starting left tackle by the end of the season, the Browns might have to hit up the free-agent market to find a starter. Cam Robinson has some question marks of his own, but he's going to be one of the only viable options who could actually hit the open market with just one more year on his deal in Jacksonville.

2025 NFL Draft: WR Antwane Wells Jr., Ole Miss

Amari Cooper is set to be a free agent and Jerry Jeudy has proved that he's best used as a No. 2 option. The Browns should continue to take swings on young receivers until they find one capable of becoming a top receiver.

Antwane Wells Jr. is one of several pass-catchers who will be making a case to get picked in the first round. The South Carolina transfer is dangerous with the ball in his hands and has the vertical speed to be a deep threat at the next level.

(Previous Week's Selections: RB Kareem Hunt, WR Rashid Shaheed, OT Emery Jones)

Dallas Cowboys

Dak Prescott became the highest-paid player in NFL history before the start of the Dallas Cowboys' season opener, inking a four-year, $240 million contract extension Sunday morning.

The quarterback then rewarded the club with a strong performance to play a hand in the convincing 16-point victory over the Browns.

Dallas' defense and pass rush were the bigger story in the contest, though, racking up six sacks and 17 QB hits.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Center
2. Left Tackle
3. Running Back
4. Linebacker
5. 2nd Cornerback

Add Now: CB Ahkello Witherspoon

As mentioned last week, the Cowboys could use some experienced help at cornerback with DaRon Bland beginning the season on injured reserve. Meanwhile, it's pretty perplexing that Witherspoon is still available.

He's had injury issues in the past but is coming off a season where he played and started in all of the Rams' games and logged a career-high 14 passes defended. Also, the seven-year pro surrendered a meager 76.7 passer rating when targeted, per PFF.

So, this could be a situation where the stars align given the team's need at cornerback and Witherspoon's starting experience.

2025 Free Agency: DE Clelin Ferrell, Washington Commanders

DeMarcus Lawrence is entering a contract year and turns 33 in April. Dallas also has several other impending free agents, including Zack Martin, so there's a good chance this is Lawrence's last season with the club.

While the hope is that 2024 second-round pick Marshawn Kneeland can step up and replace the veteran in the starting lineup next year, it wouldn't be a bad idea to add Ferrell as an insurance policy and cheaper free agent.

If Kneeland isn't ready, Ferrell can contribute on early downs while the Western Michigan product comes off the bench in passing situations. Worst case, the defense has a veteran backup it can rely on.

2025 NFL Draft: IOL Tyler Booker, Alabama

While he'll likely be putting on a gold jacket in the future, Martin is about to be a 34-year-old free agent. So the Cowboys might want to start thinking about investing in the future of the interior offensive line, and the 6'5" and 352-pound Alabama product would be a good starting point.

"Enter the 6'5", 325-pound Booker, who brings jarring power and physicality to the guard spot," B/R's offensive line scout Brandon Thorn said.

"His middling recovery skills may cap his ceiling as a pro, but there are clear strengths to his game that should translate quickly and with added refinement to his technique could see a similar sort of rise as recent second-round pick O'Cyrus Torrence."

(Previous Week's Selections: CB Xavien Howard, LB Elandon Roberts, RB Ashton Jeanty)

Denver Broncos

The Bo Nix experience might come with some turbulence for the Denver Broncos.

The rookie quarterback struggled mightily in his debut. He ended up throwing for just 138 yards on 42 attempts with two interceptions. Ideally, the Broncos would and could have run the football more, but the running backs combined for 64 yards on 20 carries.

The good news is that the defense kept Denver in the 26-20 loss to the Seahawks with two safeties and an admirable effort against a talented offense.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Safety
2. Cornerback
3. Edge-Rusher
4. Wide Receiver
5. Center

Add Now: IOL Elijah Wilkinson, Atlanta Falcons Practice Squad

Offensive line depth will be crucial for the Broncos with Bo Nix under center this season. It's critical that the rookie has enough protection to develop good habits in his first season, and poor protection can make that impossible.

Elijah Wilkinson didn't make the Cardinals active roster and the Falcons added him to their practice squad. The 29-year-old has made 45 career starts and started his career in Denver. It might be worth bringing him back.

2025 Free Agency: S Jevon Holland, Miami Dolphins

The Broncos already got one of their starting safeties from the Dolphins. They signed Brandon Jones in free agency this offseason. Going back to South Beach to reunite Jones with Jevon Holland would go a long way in bolstering the secondary.

Holland is a rising star at the position and will only be 25 when he hits the open market next season. He would be a long-term solution at one of Denver's biggest needs.

2025 NFL Draft: OT Will Campbell, LSU

It wouldn't be surprising if this is Garett Bolles' last season in Denver. He was the topic of a lot of trade speculation last season and he'll be 33 next season. This is the final year of his contract, and the Broncos are in the middle of a youth movement on offense. That could make left tackle a top priority in the 2025 draft.

LSU's Will Campbell figures to go early at this point. B/R scout Brandon Thorn already sees a lot of Rashawn Slater in his game.

"With excellent play strength, competitive toughness and balance in pass protection, Campbell can overcome middling length to succeed on the left side in a similar vein as Rashawn Slater has with the Los Angeles Chargers," Thorn wrote in the most recent B/R mock draft.

(Previous Week's Selections: CB/S Patrick Peterson, CB Paulson Adebo, DL Nic Scourton)

Detroit Lions

The Detroit Lions managed to get another victory over Matthew Stafford and the Rams, squeaking out a six-point overtime win.

That came on the back of Jameson Williams' best game as a pro, totaling five catches for 121 yards and a touchdown.

If the 23-year-old can keep that up, Detroit will have a great combo of wideouts with him and Amon-Ra St. Brown, increasing the club's Super Bowl hopes.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Cornerback
2. Wide Receiver
3. Offensive Line depth
4. Linebacker
5. Defensive Tackle

Add Now: CB Ahkello Witherspoon

Cornerback has been an issue for the Lions since last season and while the front office took steps to address the position in the offseason, Emmanuel Moseley beginning the year on injured reserve continues to make it a sore spot on the roster.

Witherspoon is the best corner available at this stage as he's coming off a career-high 14 passes defended for the Rams last season. That'd be a welcomed addition to The Motor City and give the team another potential starting option in the secondary.

2025 Free Agency: DT B.J. Hill, Cincinnati Bengals

With Alim McNeil, John Cominsky and Levi Onwuzurike all set to hit the open market in the offseason, Detroit might be looking for some defensive tackle help in free agency. While the priority would be to re-sign McNeil, there's a chance he becomes too expensive and Hill would be a more cost-effective solution.

The 29-year-old who turns 30 in April might be willing to sign a cheaper contract to play for a Super Bowl contender. Also, he's been a solid all-around player throughout his career, and was productive last season with 51 total tackles and 43 pressures, according to Pro Football Focus.

2025 NFL Draft: OL Jonah Savaiinaea, Arizona

Kevin Zeitler will be a 35-year-old free agent this offseason, so Brad Holmes would be wise to explore the guards in this year's draft class. Savaiinaea has lined up at tackle in college but might be best suited on the interior in the NFL, putting the Wildcat on Holmes' radar.

"Arizona's Jonah Savaiinaea is one of the more talented blockers in this class in terms of size (6'5", 336 lbs), power and quickness, signaling a rising prospect as the season plays out," B/R's offensive line scout Brandon Thorn said.

(Previous Week's Selections: DB Jalen Mills, DE Josh Sweat, WR Evan Stewart)

Green Bay Packers

While the Green Bay Packers dropped the season opener to the Eagles in Brazil on Friday night, the bigger loss was Jordan Love going down with a knee injury.

Luckily, the quarterback avoided a major injury, but he will miss some time, which could significantly impact the Packers' playoff aspirations.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Center
2. Linebacker
3. Guard
4. Quarterback
5. Running Back

Add Now: QB Ryan Tannehill

As mentioned above, the Packers are currently down a quarterback, which has the potential to derail their season as Love will be out for three to six weeks. While the team has Malik Willis and Sean Clifford—who is on the practice squad—to turn to, it'd be smart to add a veteran like Tannehill as another option.

That would give the offense an experienced quarterback with over 150 career starts to turn to versus two young players who have combined for three starts, all by Willis during his rookie season two years ago.

2025 Free Agency: CB D.J. Reed, New York Jets

With Eric Stokes' contract about to expire, cornerback currently projects to be one of the biggest offseason needs in Green Bay. Meanwhile, Reed could be in his last year with the Jets seeing as his deal is up at the end of the season and New York has to worry about paying Sauce Gardner.

Also, the soon-to-be 28-year-old has thrived in the CB2 role for the Jets, surrendering just an 85.1 passer rating when targeted last season while earning a 79.5 coverage grade, per Pro Football Focus. That'd likely be a similar situation to what he'd be walking into with the Packers alongside Jaire Alexander.

2025 NFL Draft: OT Aireontae Ersery, Minnesota

While Rasheed Walker did a solid job filling in at left tackle last season, he'll still be under the microscope in 2024 with only two years left on his deal. Brian Gutekunst typically likes to stay a step ahead of his team's needs, so Gutekunst will likely be keeping a close eye on the Golden Gophers this season.

"With his size and budding talent, Ersery is a future NFL starter and has the tools to command a lucrative second contract down the line," The Athletic's Dane Brugler wrote.

"He's not a household name by any means, but the Gophers' left tackle isn't a secret among NFL scouts—and I promise you will start to read/hear his name more and more as we inch closer to the 2025 NFL draft."

(Previous Week's Selections: RB Latavius Murray, C Drew Dallman, DT Kenneth Grant)

Houston Texans

The Houston Texans offense lived up to the hype in the season opener.

Its explosiveness, combined with a strong day from Joe Mixon, helped the Texans narrowly edge the Indianapolis Colts to land the first major blow of this year's AFC South race.

Mixon had 30 carries for 159 yards and a touchdown, while Stroud was an efficient 24-of-32 for 234 yards and two touchdowns.

The bad news was that the offensive line didn't protect its star quarterback well. Stroud took four sacks and 10 additional quarterback hits.

The interior of the offensive line didn't have an answer for DeForest Buckner. He had 1.5 sacks, a tackle for loss and two quarterback hits.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Interior Defensive Line
2. Cornerback
3. Interior Offensive Line
4. Running Back
5. Safety

Add Now: CB Kalen King, Green Bay Packers Practice Squad

The Texans are a little thin at the cornerback position, and that's a scary place to be for a team that has aspirations of contending in the deep AFC. The Texans are relying on their safety room to help out in the slot, but they still don't have a ton of answers at outside cornerback.

Raiding a practice squad of a promising young prospect would be a way to add talent. Kalen King had a lot of draft hype going into the 2023 college football season, but a rough year dropped him to the point that he was drafted in the seventh round and didn't make the team's active roster.

Perhaps the Texans coaching staff could poach him and develop him into someone who could help later in the year.

2025 Free Agency: IOL James Daniels, Pittsburgh Steelers

The Texans are hoping that their young linemen on the interior will take the next step. Shaq Mason is still capable of high-level play when healthy, but Juice Scruggs and Kenyon Green are going to be under the microscope at the center and left guard spots. If either of them struggle this season, the Texans could be looking for their replacement.

Daniels will only be 26 years old when he's a free agent next season, and he's become a dependable interior starter. That's all the Texans need as they look to build an elite offense.

2025 NFL Draft: DT Deone Walker, Kentucky

The Texans defensive interior might be good enough to get by this season, but the room is a blank slate moving forward. Tim Settle is the only defensive tackle in the rotation who is under contract beyond this season.

Deone Walker is an intriguing prospect who could be a foundational piece of the defensive front. He's a unique prospect as a 6'6", 348-pound DL who led the nation in pressures from interior defensive linemen last season, per PFF.

(Previous Week's Selections: C Mason Cole, DT Osa Odighizuwa, CB Tacario Davis)

Indianapolis Colts

The Colts' Week 1 performance was a classic case of good news-bad news.

The good news was that their pass rush looked like the real deal. First-round pick Laiatu Latu didn't get in the box score, but the front had four sacks, 10 quarterback hits and got pressure on 38 percent of the Texans' dropbacks. The offense was also explosive. Anthony Richardson generated two touchdown passes of more than 50 yards and ran for 56 yards.

The bad news is that the pass rush still wasn't enough to limit the Texans offense to the point of winning. Houston drew first blood in the AFC South with a 29-27 win, and Richardson completed 47.3 percent of his passes. The secondary and offensive efficiency have to improve.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Cornerback
2. Safety
3. Tight End
4. Edge-Rusher
5. Linebacker

Add Now: RB Miles Sanders, Carolina Panthers (trade)

Jonathan Taylor might be set for a return to dominance in 2024, but the Colts' depth after him is a little shaky. Trey Sermon has not lived up to the hype, and Tyler Goodson has only shown flashes of being a dangerous runner in the league.

Miles Sanders is not set to be a long-term part of the Panthers' plans and has a history with Shane Steichen going back to his Eagles days. A reunion might benefit all parties involved.

2025 Free Agency: CB Rasul Douglas, Buffalo Bills

The Colts secondary is leaning on many young players who weren't elite prospects to outplay their draft slot. Some of those bets are probably going to pay off, but as any bettor knows, there's a lot of risk in a multi-leg parlay. The Colts could use a veteran who can offer a solid baseline of play at the position.

That's exactly what the Bills have enjoyed since bringing in Rasul Douglas. He has been a bedrock veteran for both the Bills and Packers. He would fit in nicely in that role for the Colts next season.

2025 NFL Draft: TE Luke Lachey, Iowa

The Colts have taken several swings on athletic tight ends in the draft and they've mostly been misses. They could opt to use a higher pick on the position this year and get a more proven prospect in Luke Lachey. The 6'6", 247-pound prospect is the latest in a long line of good tight ends from Iowa. He was on track to be a draft darling last season before suffering a broken leg that cost him most of the season.

He had six catches and 63 yards in the Hawkeyes' season opener. He will only improve his stock as he continues to be involved at Iowa.

(Previous Week's Selections: S Adrian Amos, LB Nick Bolton, CB Shavon Revel)

Jacksonville Jaguars

The Jaguars literally fumbled away a season-opening win against the Miami Dolphins.

According to ESPN Analytics, they had a 92 percent chance of winning when Travis Etienne Jr. fumbled the ball inside the five-yard line in the third quarter. Instead of going up by three scores, they allowed Tyreek Hill to get loose for an 80-yard touchdown that brought the Dolphins within a field goal.

That was emblematic of where the Jaguars were last season: Just short of expectations. There's obviously a lot of season left and there's reason to be encouraged by the defense, but this was a frustrating way to start the campaign, with the Dolphins kicking a game-winning field goal as time expired.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Cornerback
2. Edge-Rusher
3. Wide Receiver
4. Tight End
5. Interior Offensive Line

Add Now: Edge Azeez Ojulari, New York Giants (trade)

The Jaguars are trying to break through in an AFC chock full of explosive offenses. Yet they don't have much pass-rushing depth. Josh Hines-Allen and Travon Walker are good starting options. After that, the well goes dry pretty quickly.

Azeez Ojulari came in at No. 4 on our latest trade block big board. He has struggled to produce recently, but he had eight sacks as a rookie in 2021.

2025 Free Agency: IOL Trey Smith, Kansas City Chiefs

Projecting ahead, there's a good chance the Jaguars look at the interior of their offensive line and realize they are going to have to make some changes. Brandon Scherff is 32 years old and playing on an expiring contract. Mitch Morse is still serviceable, but he's aging. Ezra Cleveland is a fine stop-gap starter, but he's not good enough to pass on an opportunity to upgrade.

Bringing in Trey Smith would be an upgrade. Smith is one of the best guards in the league, and he would go a long way to improving the offensive line and giving the Jaguars a path to taking the next step on offense.

2025 NFL Draft: DT Nazir Stackhouse, Georgia

The interior of the defensive line might not be a first-round need in the 2025 NFL draft, but it's going to be a consideration at some point. The Jags added to their interior with the selection of Maason Smith, but the young players at the end of the depth chart are still projects.

Nazir Stackhouse might be another project, but he's one worth taking. The 6'3", 320-pound defensive tackle can play in multiple fronts and uses his size and leverage well to eat up blocks and stuff the run.

(Previous Week's Selections: CB K'Waun Williams, S Julian Blackmon, CB Denzel Burke)

Kansas City Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs appeared to be fully operational in Week 1 in a 27-20 win over the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday night. That's bad news for the rest of the league.

Xavier Worthy was a difference-maker in his debut with two touchdowns, the defense's biggest problem was keeping Lamar Jackson bottled up, and Rashee Rice picked up right where he left off last season.

There aren't a lot of holes on the Chiefs roster, and we could be in for a year of domination from Kansas City.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Cornerback
2. Interior Defensive Line
3. Safety
4. Left Tackle
5. Wide Receiver

Add Now: None

It's difficult to come up with a player who would reasonably be worth pursuing at this point. The Chiefs' only major injury right now is Marquise "Hollywood" Brown, and the offense got along just fine against the Ravens.

The defensive interior is another spot to watch as the Chiefs moved Chris Jones out to the edge frequently against the Ravens.

2025 Free Agency: S Trevon Moehrig, Las Vegas Raiders

Justin Reid is a free agent next offseason and the Chiefs secondary has been skewing younger. Safety isn't a huge need right now, but it's a position that could look different in 2025. That could include going to free agency to sign a talented player in a market that was not that robust last offseason.

Trevon Moehrig has done some good things with the Las Vegas Raiders. It would be nice for the Chiefs to pry him away from a division rival on a multiyear contract in their reloading secondary.

2025 NFL Draft: DT Dontay Corleone, Cincinnati

For a long time the Chiefs have gotten away with playing interior defensive players that float around league average at best. Chris Jones made up for any deficiencies they might have had. But as Jones plays a more versatile role, it wouldn't hurt for the Chiefs to look into drafting a legitimate nose tackle with upside.

Dontay Corleone is one of a few intriguing options in next year's class. Nicknamed "The Godfather," he's an impressive athlete for a man that comes in at 6'1", 320 pounds.

(Previous Week's Selections: CB Xavien Howard, DT B.J. Hill, S Rod Moore)

Las Vegas Raiders

The expectations weren't high for a Raiders offense that gave the starting quarterback job to Gardner Minshew II ahead of the season, but the output was even worse than expected in a 22-10 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.

Protection was an issue as the signal-caller was sacked four times and the line's run-blocking led to 3.2 yards per carry.

The run defense is a major concern. J.K. Dobbins had 135 yards on 10 carries with a touchdown. The Chargers won comfortably and only threw the ball for 144 yards with Justin Herbert.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Quarterback
2. Offensive Tackle
3. Cornerback
4. Wide Receiver
5. Edge-Rusher

Add Now: Edge Rasheem Green

The Raiders suffered a major blow before they even took their first snap in Week 1. They had to send Malcolm Koonce to the injured reserve with a knee injury that guarantees he'll be out for the first four games but could also be season-ending, per Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.

The injury leaves the Raiders a little thin on the edge and will force Tyree Wilson to play more than expected. It also creates a need for the Raiders to sign another edge-rusher. Rasheem Green is a solid run defender who could at least eat up some snaps.

2025 Free Agency: OT Jedrick Wills Jr., Cleveland Browns

Jedrick Wills Jr. has offered the Browns diminishing returns since a promising rookie campaign. He has battled injuries and inconsistencies that don't make it a sure thing that he'll be back in Cleveland next season.

Wills could still provide value to a team in search of a right tackle. He played on the right side at Alabama and made the switch to the left side after the Browns took him with the first-round pick. The Raiders could be looking to upgrade at the position if Thayer Munford doesn't show he can be the starter. Perhaps a return to his collegiate position could boost Wills' performance.

2025 NFL Draft: CB Shavon Revel, East Carolina

There's hope that the long-term answers at cornerback are already on the roster, but they haven't done enough to take drafting another option off the table. There are too many unknowns with Jakorian Bennett and Decamerion Richardson. Even Jack Jones has only succeeded in a small sample size.

Shavon Revel would give them another young, talented corner to work with. The East Carolina Pirate has a receiver build at 6'3", 193 pounds and plays with good technique to stay in phase with opposing receivers.

(Previous Week's Selections: WR Michael Thomas, RB Najee Harris, QB Carson Beck)

Los Angeles Chargers

The Los Angeles Chargers answered a few questions on Sunday afternoon.

The first is whether J.K. Dobbins could enjoy a career resurgence playing for the other Harbaugh. The answer there was an emphatic "Yes" after he carried the ball for 135 yards on 10 carries.

The other question was how the receiver group was going to shake out. For now, Ladd McConkey looks like the man. He lead the way with seven targets.

The coaching staff has to come away happy with the defense, though. It forced three turnover and limited the Raiders to just 10 points.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Wide Receiver
2. Cornerback
3. Interior Defensive Line
4. Interior Offensive Line
5. Edge-Rusher

Add Now: WR Corey Davis

Another week, another suggestion for the Chargers to add another receiver. Jim Harbaugh is obviously going to run the ball a lot, but this is still a team with Justin Herbert. There's going to be some passing volume. An already thin receiver corps took a big blow with DJ Chark going on injured reserve.

Corey Davis didn't play last season after a surprise retirement, but he's been reinstated in the league. The 29-year-old receiver got a workout with the Buffalo Bills but came away with no contract. The 6'3", 209-pounder can serve in a similar role as Chark would have.

2025 Free Agency: DT Milton Williams, Philadelphia Eagles

There's no doubt that the Chargers will look to build their team from the inside out with the new management team in place. Harbaugh wants to win in the trenches, and that's going to take some reinforcements on both sides of the ball. Milton Williams has been overshadowed on a talented Philadelphia Eagles defensive line, but he's a good run defender who can play multiple alignments.

That's the kind of skill set the Chargers will covet in free agency next offseason.

2025 NFL Draft: RB Omarion Hampton, North Carolina

Harbaugh and general manager Joe Hortiz established this team's identity when they signed tight end Will Dissly and running backs J.K. Dobbins and Gus Edwards with the little free-agency budget they had. All three are only short-term guys, though. Edwards is older for a running back and Dobbins has a serious injury history.

Omarion Hampton is a perfect Harbaugh back. B/R scout Dame Parson broke down his game with a lofty pro comparison:

"Omarion Hampton offers an NFL team a potential three-down running back. He is well-built with an evenly proportionate frame, similar to Cleveland Browns star RB Nick Chubb. Hampton runs with a violent demeanor, seeking to finish runs with physicality. He will run through defenders, pinball off initial contact and churn out yards after contact. Hampton is a high-volume runner who epitomizes the old adage 'gets stronger as the game goes on.' The Tar Heel is a scheme-versatile impact offensive weapon."

(Previous Week's Selections: WR Kadarius Toney, TE Pat Freiermuth, Edge Mykel Williams)

Los Angeles Rams

The Los Angeles Rams' 2024 campaign began the same way the 2023 season ended, with a loss to the Lions in Detroit.

L.A. shouldn't get too discouraged, though, it was a hard-fought overtime battle in which Cooper Kupp had an impressive performance with 14 catches for 110 yards and a score.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Cornerback
2. Safety
3. Linebacker
4. Tight End
5. Offensive Tackle

Add Now: CB Ahkello Witherspoon

The Rams' cornerback room has taken some hits recently, most notably with starter Darious Williams landing on injured reserve this week and thus being out for the first four weeks of the season. So the defense could use a veteran who has familiarity with the coaching staff/system.

Witherspoon was a quality player for the team last year, recording three interceptions, 14 passes defended and a passer rating of 76.7 when targeted (via Pro Football Focus). It feels like this is a natural fit and the best solution to at least get the team through the first month of the campaign.

2025 Free Agency: LB Robert Spillane, Las Vegas Raiders

Los Angeles recently traded away Ernest Jones IV, and Christian Rozeboom's deal is about to expire, meaning the defense will likely be looking for some help on the second level in the offseason.

Failing to agree on a contract extension was the reason Jones was dealt, so if the organization wants to bring in a cost-effective yet productive linebacker, Spillane is a good option.

The 28-year-old who turns 29 in December is a good run defender who racked up 148 total tackles and showed the ability to impact the passing game last season, recording three interceptions, four pass breakups and 3.5 sacks.

2025 NFL Draft: WR Emeka Egbuka, Ohio State

Cooper Kupp will turn 32 years old this offseason and has missed several games due to injuries over the last couple of years. Also, Demarcus Robinson, Tutu Atwell and Tyler Johnson are impending free agents, so Les Snead might want to explore this year's wide receiver class in the draft, and the Buckeye will be hard to ignore.

"Egbuka can line up anywhere in the formation," B/R offensive skill position scout Damian Parson said. "Egbuka is a good route-runner with a strong understanding of leveraging and separating from defensive backs. He is healthy now and expected to have a bounce-back season."

(Previous Week's Selections: LB Zach Cunningham, TE Juwan Johnson, OT Emery Jones)

Miami Dolphins

It wasn't always pretty and the Dolphins cut it close, but they kicked off the season with a 20-17 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. Jason Sanders nailed the 52-yard game-winning field goal as time expired.

The offense reminded the league of just how explosive it could be when it rallied after the defense recovered a fumble inside of its own five to turn around and complete an 80-yard touchdown pass to flip the game.

The combination of Jaylen Waddle and Tyreek Hill are going to be difficult to beat, and the defense put in a strong effort to open the season.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Interior Defensive Line
2. Interior Offensive Line
3. Wide Receiver Depth
4. Tight End
5. Linebacker

Add Now: OL Lucas Niang, Kansas City Chiefs Practice Squad

The Dolphins are once again entering a season in which their offensive line is a question mark. Terron Armstead's availability has been historically shaky, they lost Robert Hunt at guard, they will be leaning on Liam Eichenberg, and they are only carrying three guards on the active roster.

It would be worth considering adding another lineman who could play on the interior. The Kansas City Chiefs played around with moving 2020 third-round pick Lucas Niang inside this summer. The Dolphins could pick up where they left off by poaching him from the Chiefs practice squad.

2025 Free Agency: TE Juwan Johnson, New Orleans Saints

Mike McDaniel is always looking for ways to evolve his offense. It feels like an upgrade at the tight end position might be the next step toward that goal. The Dolphins signed Jonnu Smith this offseason, but he's more of a pass-catching specialist, while Durham Smythe provides the run blocking. The Steelers extended Pat Freiermuth, so the tight end market doesn't have a great option, but Juwan Johnson has improved his blocking as his career has progressed and is a red-zone threat.

2025 NFL Draft: IOL Tate Ratledge, Georgia

The Dolphins' greatest potential lies in its offense. But the offensive line puts a cap on their current potential because they have limited answers against the best defenses they are going to see. Miami made a real investment by drafting Patrick Paul in the last draft. He's now the left tackle in waiting. But continuous investment will be required to build a better offensive line.

Tate Ratledge is the kind of guard who will garner first-round consideration if his form holds up throughout the season. He's the mauling presence on the interior that the Dolphins lost when Robert Hunt left in free agency.

(Previous Week's Selections: DT Carlos Watkins, WR Tutu Atwell, DT Kenneth Grant)

Minnesota Vikings

The Sam Darnold doubters will have to stay silent for at least a week as he was sharp to begin the season opener for the Minnesota Vikings.

The quarterback finished the day an efficient 19 of 24 for 208 yards and two touchdowns in the 28-6 rout of the New York Giants.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Quarterback
2. Interior Pass Rush
3. Guard
4. 3rd Wide Receiver
5. Cornerback

Add Now: CB C.J. Henderson

The Vikings will likely have a tough time competing for a playoff spot this year with journeyman quarterback Sam Darnold under center. So the front office should try to fill the roster with young players to see who can stick around for the long haul.

Especially with Byron Murphy Jr. and Stephon Gilmore set to hit free agency, kicking the tires on a former first-round pick who is only 25 years old wouldn't be a bad idea. Maybe Henderson can reduce the defense's need for a corner in the offseason.

2025 Free Agency: DL Osa Odighizuwa, Dallas Cowboys

With Harrison Phillips, Jerry Tillery and Jonathan Bullard on expiring contracts, Minnesota will be looking for some defensive line help this offseason.

Odighizuwa should be one of the organization's top targets in free agency since he's young and a well-rounded player. For example, Pro Football Focus credited the 26-year-old with 43 total pressures and a 70.2 run defense grade last season.

2025 NFL Draft: CB Will Johnson, Michigan

As mentioned above, the Vikings will likely be in the cornerback market this offseason. The Michigan product should be toward the top of Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's draft board as he's widely regarded as one of the best prospects at the position in this year's draft class.

"Michigan's Will Johnson is arguably college football's top pure cornerback prospect," B/R's defensive backs scout Cory Giddings said. "With his 6'2" frame, he has more than the desired length for the next level.

"He shows versatility to play in both man and zone schemes while displaying top-notch ball skills and playmaking abilities in either system."If all goes well for the Wolverine, he could crack the top five overall."

(Previous Week's Selections: G Mark Glowinski, CB Asante Samuel Jr., IOL Donovan Jackson)

New England Patriots

The Patriots might be patiently waiting to put Drake Maye into the starting lineup, but that doesn't mean they aren't going to try to win games.

The Bengals found out the hard way that the Patriots are capable of putting together a performance that is going to win games.

The defense was able to bottle up Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase, while the offense did just enough to win in Jacoby Brissett's first start of the season.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Edge-Rusher
2. Wide Receiver
3. Interior Offensive Line
4. Left Tackle
5. Interior Defensive Line

Add Now: G Mark Glowinski

The Patriots are in a position where they have to start Jacoby Brissett because the offensive infrastructure isn't good enough to support Drake Maye. That's something that isn't going to get much better this season unless the Patriots start looking for answers.

Mark Glowinski is far from elite, but he's an experienced guard with 96 starts on his resume. With fourth-round pick Layden Robinson starting at right guard, it would make sense to bring in a more experienced veteran to compete for the position.

2025 Free Agency: DT Alim McNeill, Detroit Lions

The Patriots are in a position where they should be looking for as many foundational players as possible through every avenue possible. Alim McNeill will be one of the few free agents who could be a needle-mover in the long term next offseason. He'll be 25 if and when he hits the open market next season.

With Christian Barmore's status unclear after a blood clot diagnosis this summer, the Patriots have a big need on the interior of the defense. McNeill could be one of the most expensive free agents a year from now, but the Patriots are in a position to spend.

2025 NFL Draft: CB Tacario Davis, Arizona

Jonathan Jones is still a good cover corner, but he's 30 years old and playing on an expiring contract. As Kris Knox noted last week, he would make sense as a trade candidate before the deadline.

The Patriots would be wise to target another cornerback who could team up with Christian Gonzalez to give them a young, dynamic cornerback tandem. Tacario Davis is an intriguing prospect whose 6'4", 195-pound frame could make him a capable press corner who can also play the ball in the air like a receiver.

(Previous Week's Selections: Edge Tyus Bowser, WR Amari Cooper, Edge Abdul Carter)

New Orleans Saints

There's no other way to put it: The New Orleans Saints dominated the Panthers in the season opener.

Derek Carr and Rashid Shaheed got the scoring started, connecting on a 59-yard touchdown during the team's first possession.

The quarterback was especially sharp on the day, tossing 19 completions on 23 attempts for 200 yards and three touchdowns with no picks.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Offensive Tackle
2. Left Guard
3. Defensive Tackle
4. Free Safety
5. Nickelback

Add Now: CB Tre Herndon

Recommendations have been made for the Saints to address the offensive line over the past two weeks, so this week's column pivots toward adding some experience and depth to the cornerback room.

Rookies Kool-Aid McKinstry and Rico Payton are listed as the defense's only backup corners, which could be an issue if Marshon Lattimore, Paulson Adebo or Alontae Taylor go down. Herndon has experience covering the boundary and the slot, making him a valuable veteran to turn to in case of an emergency.

2025 Free Agency: EDGE Dayo Odeyingbo, Indianapolis Colts

Cameron Jordan is only signed through 2025 and turns 36 years old next July, so New Orleans could use some youth on at edge-rusher. Granted, Chase Young could be the long-term solution, but he is on a one-year deal.

If Young does walk in the offseason, Odeyingbo could be a good under-the-radar target. He isn't a big name heading into the campaign, but the soon-to-be 25-year-old does have 13 sacks and 28 quarterback hits while only making five starts over the last two years.

2025 NFL Draft: TE Oscar Delp, Georiga

Juwan Johnson is an impending free agent while Foster Moreau and Taysom Hill only have one more season after this one left on their contracts. So tight end could be one of Mickey Loomis' targets in the draft, and Delp will be one of Loomis' top options.

"He is an alignment-versatile player who can make plays from anywhere on the field," The Draft Network's Keith Sanchez wrote. "Delp fits the mold of the new era of NFL tight ends who are athletic flex options and high-volume pass-catchers. However, Delp also adds the element of being a willing in-line blocker."

(Previous Week's Selections: OL Halapoulivaati Vaitai, CB Eric Stokes, EDGE Nic Scourton)

New York Giants

In what is expected to be a pivotal year for Daniel Jones, Sunday's season debut was about as bad of a performance as he could have had.

The Giants quarterback tossed two interceptions with no touchdowns and didn't even crack 200 yards despite attempting 42 passes.

That played a big role in New York's 22-point loss to Minnesota.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Quarterback
2. Cornerback
3. Defensive Tackle
4. Running Back
5. Safety

Add Now: S Rudy Ford

The Giants are young in the secondary as a whole and could use some help at safety. Ford would be a good pickup since he's been a solid player over the last two years, recording grades from Pro Football Focus of 74.6 and 69.9, respectively. He's also been in the league for seven seasons to add some experience to New York's defensive backfield.

2025 Free Agency: G Trey Smith, Kansas City Chiefs

Greg Van Roten is on a one-year deal, leaving the G-Men with a need for a starting right guard moving forward. Meanwhile, Smith will likely be a cap casualty in Kansas City this offseason, especially after Creed Humphrey got a massive contract extension before the start of the season.

That will make the 25-year-old one of the most coveted guards on the open market seeing as he's young and has never recorded a PFF grade below 70 during his three seasons. Joe Schoen should have plenty of cap space to make this pairing happen as the Giants are currently projected to have $30.1 million available, per Over The Cap.

2025 NFL Draft: CB Benjamin Morrison, Notre Dame

New York's defense could use more talent at cornerback opposite Deonte Banks, and the Notre Dame product could help solve that problem.

"Morrison is one of the more technically sound cornerbacks in college football," B/R's defensive backs scout Cory Giddings said. "An aggressive cornerback who likes to press, he does a very good job of getting his hands on and disrupting receivers down the field.

"He has quick feet with little wasted movement when transitioning while also showing top-notch ball skill to make plays on downfield passes."A big year from Morrison can place him in the same conversation as Colorado's Travis Hunter and Michigan's Will Johnson."

(Previous Week's Selections: DT Chris Wormley, QB Dak Prescott, DT Deone Walker)

New York Jets

The Jets fell flat on primetime in a 32-19 loss to the San Francisco 49ers to kick off the season. It's not exactly what the Jets were hoping for with Aaron Rodgers finally getting to play a full game, but it also could have been a product of running into the 49ers buzzsaw.

Rodgers finished with a modest statline of 13-for-21 for 167 yards, a touchdown and an interception. It's not time for Gang Green to panic yet. It might take Rodgers some time to get in a groove with his young talent, but they need to show progress against the the Titans in Week 2.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Safety
2. Interior Defensive Line
3. Wide Receiver Depth
4. Tight End
5. Edge-Rusher

Add Now: Edge Yannick Ngakoue

The Jets' depth along the defensive front took a hit this offseason. They traded John Franklin-Myers, Bryce Huff was signed away, and Quinton Jefferson left for the Cleveland Browns. They traded for Haason Reddick, but he still hasn't reported to the team amid a holdout for a new contract.

The Jets could use at least one more guy who can get after passers if the defense is going to reach its potential. Even if/when Haason Reddick comes back, the Jets probably lost more than they gained at the position. Yannick Ngakoue is still a useful, albeit one-dimensional, edge-rusher who could fill out the room.

2025 Free Agency: WR Chris Godwin, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Assuming Aaron Rodgers still wants to play, 2025 could be a pivotal year in the Rodgers era. If the Jets want to push the chips to the middle of the table, then finding a way to continue investing in the receiver room could be crucial.

Mike Williams is set to become a free agent next season, and his injury history is a bit scary as he'll be 30 years old when he hits the market.Chris Godwin will be 29, but he doesn't have the same injury history, and he would give them a vertical slot weapon.

2025 NFL Draft: DT Kenneth Grant, Michigan

Quinnen Williams sitting in the middle of this defense does a lot to mask the lack of depth on the interior of the defensive line. Williams is one of the best defensive tackles in the game, and the Jets already have him tied up on a long-term deal. Drafting a high-potential interior player to go beside him could take this Jets defensive front to the next level.

Kenneth Grant's draft stock is rising as the 6'3", 339-pounder continues to show alignment versatility and an explosive first step that doesn't make sense given his size. He has a lot of technique work to refine, but the tools are there for him to be special.

(Previous Week's Selections: TE Robert Tonyan, QB Mac Jones, TE Colston Loveland)

Philadelphia Eagles

It was a pretty impressive debut for Saquon Barkley with 132 yards from scrimmage and three total touchdowns to lead the Eagles to victory over the Packers in Brazil on Friday night.

It was also a big win for Philadelphia, as not only did it take down another potential playoff contender, but the team also needed to get off to a strong start after stumbling down the stretch last season.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Right Guard
2. 2nd Cornerback
3. 3rd Wide Receiver
4. Linebacker
5. Safety

Add Now: G Mark Glowinski

Mekhi Becton and Tyler Steen suffered injuries toward the end of training camp, so it might be smart for Philadelphia to bring in another guard as an insurance policy. Granted, both players were left off this week's injury report, but neither of them have much NFL starting experience at guard, so it wouldn't be a bad idea to add someone who does.

Glowinski would be a good option since he has nine years of experience, primarily lining up at right guard, and was with the Giants over the last two years, so he should know the NFC East well.

2025 Free Agency: LB David Long Jr., Miami Dolphins

The Eagles have several impending free agents at linebacker and Nakobe Dean's contract expires after the 2025 campaign. So Howie Roseman will likely be looking for some help on the second level of the defense this offseason.

Long would be a good target partially because he shouldn't break the bank in free agency. He's currently on a two-year, $10 million deal with the Dolphins. Also, the soon-to-be 28-year-old has been a quality run defender recently, recording 113 total tackles (nine TFL) and a 93.4 run defense grade from Pro Football Focus in 2023.

2025 NFL Draft: WR Elic Ayomanor, Stanford

Philadelphia has been looking for a third wide receiver for a couple of years now, and while the hope is that Jahan Dotson could be the solution, Dotson quickly flamed out in Washington. So Roseman and Co. should at least explore what the Stanford product could bring to the team.

"Ayomanor is a true outside wide receiver, listed as 6'2 210 pounds," B/R's offensive skill positions scout Damian Parson said. "Ayomanor is quicker and faster than his frame would suggest. In his career, he aligned on the outside 86% of the time.

"In this wide receiver class for the 2025 NFL Draft, teams needing a perimeter pass catcher must consider Ayomanor. His play strength to fight through contact at the top of his routes and make contested tough grabs down the field are difficult to teach. Ayomanor can play both the X and Z-receiver positions efficiently and effectively."

(Previous Week's Selections: S Jayron Kearse, CB Mike Hilton, EDGE J.T. Tuimoloau)

Pittsburgh Steelers

The Pittsburgh Steelers have won a lot more games than you'd expect over the last few seasons by running the ball, avoiding turnovers and playing solid defense.

They picked up their first victory of the season with that mentality in a 18-10 win over the Atlanta Falcons. Russell Wilson missed the game with a calf injury, but Justin Fields was competent enough to lead the offense to six field goals.

Finishing those drives will be a make-or-break development as the season goes on, but it will also be interesting to see who gets the nod as the starting quarterback if Wilson is healthy in Week 2.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Wide Receiver
2. Quarterback
3. Cornerback
4. Interior Defensive Line
5. Running Back

Add Now: CB Tre Herndon

The Steelers seem to be fine with the depth they have in the secondary, but it's a major bet on their ability to spot and develop young talent. Beanie Bishop Jr. is an undrafted free agent expected to play important snaps as the team's nickel cornerback. They also don't have a lot of depth at the outside cornerback spots with Darius Rush and Cory Trice Jr. serving as the backups to Donte Jackson and Joey Porter Jr.

Tre Herndon stuck in Jacksonville for six seasons and made 34 starts as a corner but still doesn't have a home for the 2024 season.

2025 Free Agency: WR Darius Slayton, New York Giants

It's no secret that the Steelers receiver room is under construction right now. George Pickens has the makings of a superstar receiver and Roman Wilson could fit in as a long-term piece, but there will be more roles that need to be filled within the offense next season.

Darius Slayton is an underrated receiver who has managed to provide solid production in a lot of bad Giants offenses. His speed will make him a useful addition to someone's offense, and the Steelers have to find ways to improve their pass-catching options.

2025 NFL Draft: QB Cam Ward, Miami

The fact that a 35-year-old Russell Wilson beat out Justin Fields for the starting job this summer doesn't bode well for the latter's prospects of being the franchise quarterback. The Steelers have the option to move on from both players this offseason and might to finally take the plunge of drafting a quarterback to complete a young offense that includes George Pickens, Roman Wilson and Pat Freiermuth.

Meanwhile, Cam Ward is starting to show that he needs to be considered among the top quarterbacks in the class.

"The two-time transfer's combination of upper-echelon arm talent, accuracy and off-script playmaking ability would pair well with young playmakers," B/R scout Dame Parson noted in the B/R scouting department's first mock draft of the season.

(Previous Week's Selections: CB Xavien Howard, DT Alim McNeill, CB Benjamin Morrison)

San Francisco 49ers

No Christian McCaffery, no problem for the San Francisco 49ers.

Jordan Mason stole the show on Monday night against the Jets, rushing for 147 yards and a touchdown in San Francisco's dominant win over New York. It's just one week but the defending NFC Champions look like they're picking up right where they left off.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Left Guard
2. Center
3. Offensive Line Depth
4. Linebacker Depth
5. Safety Depth

Add Now: G Max Garcia

Trent Williams returning this week significantly reduces the concern surrounding the 49ers' offensive line. However, the team could still use some reinforcements in the trenches, especially on the interior.

Garcia would be a good addition as he can line up at both guard spots and center. That'd be a valuable backup to have while Jon Feliciano is on injured reserve.

2025 Free Agency: G Robert Jones, Miami Dolphins

With Aaron Banks playing in a contract year and not living up to the billing as a second-round pick so far, San Francisco will likely be looking for some guard help in the offseason.

The problem is the front office is currently projected to begin free agency with a roughly $25 million salary-cap deficit, per Over The Cap.So John Lynch will need to find some cost-effective solutions, and Jones has been a solid but not great player so far to help keep his price tag down.

Also, the Dolphin has been playing in a similar system over the last two years since Mike McDaniel is a Kyle Shanahan protégé.

2025 NFL Draft: DL Howard Cross III, Notre Dame

Maliek Collins will be 30 in April and is only under contract through 2025, while Javon Hargrave turns 32 in February. Also, Kevin Givens is an impending free agent. In other words, the 49ers should be exploring this year's defensive tackle class in the draft, and Cross fits what the organization typically looks for at the position.

While the Notre Dame product is undersized at 6'1" and 288 pounds, he's quick off the ball and can shoot gaps to penetrate the offensive line. Additionally, he has more strength at the point of attack than one might expect.

(Previous Week's Selections: Give in to Trent Williams, CB Rasul Douglas, OT Wyatt Milum)

Seattle Seahawks

The Seattle Seahawks started slow, trailing 13-9 to Denver at halftime, but Kenneth Walker III and the team woke up in the second half as he finished with 103 yards, averaging 5.2 yards per carry, and a touchdown for a comfortable win to begin the season.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Guard
2. Offensive Tackle depth
3. Center
4. Linebacker
5. Cornerback depth

Add Now: CB Desmond King

The Seahawks are a little thin at cornerback and could use another player who can cover the slot in case Devon Witherspoon goes down. That's what makes King a good fit as he's built a seven-year career as a nickelback and is coming off a season where he earned a 76.3 coverage grade from Pro Football Focus.

2025 Free Agency: WR Rondale Moore, Atlanta Falcons

As mentioned last week, there's a chance this could be Tyler Lockett's last season in Seattle given his age and contract situation.

The team would get $17 million of cap relief by letting the soon-to-be 32-year-old go in the offseason, per Over The Cap. However, that would leave the team with a need for some speed out wide and someone who can operate out of the slot.

Moore will be coming off a knee injury that he suffered early in training camp with the Falcons, but the 2021 second-round pick does have 4.3 speed when healthy and has primarily been an inside receiver. The injury also should keep his price tag down which is good for a club that is projected to begin the offseason $17 million in the hole, per OTC.

2025 NFL Draft: IOL Tate Ratledge, Georgia

While Lanken Tomlinson was signed this past offseason and will start for the Seahawks this fall, he's only on a one-year deal and is more of a stopgap solution. The team will need some help on the interior offensive line this spring and adding the Georgia product in the draft will give the club a potential long-term solution.

"Tate Ratledge is an experienced interior offensive lineman with a skill set to play both RG and LG on the next level," The Draft Network's Keith Sanchez wrote. "...Ratledge has a combination of strength, power, athleticism, and IQ, that makes him a skilled interior offensive lineman with a lot of translatable NFL traits."

(Previous Week's Selections: OL Dennis Daley, G Teven Jenkins, WR Tetairoa McMillan)

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Mike Evans did Mike Evans things in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' season opener, catching five passes for 61 yards and two scores in the team's convincing 17-point win over Washington.

That, combined with Atlanta's loss, gives Tampa Bay an early leg up on, arguably, its biggest threat to repeat as NFC South champions.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Guard
2. Cornerback
3. Center
4. 2nd Safety
5. 3rd Wide Receiver

Add Now: CB Patrick Peterson

The Buccaneers have a good chance at defending their NFC South crown this year, but the front office might want to consider adding another veteran starting cornerback option while it's still early in the season. Last week, Ahkello Witherspoon was suggested so this week pivots to Peterson.

The 34-year-old is past his prime, but he still has seven interceptions and 26 passes defended over the last two years to be an effective corner. That'd be a good addition for a team that is hoping to make a playoff run this year.

2025 Free Agency: IOL Nate Herbig, Pittsburgh Steelers

Tampa Bay is only currently projected to have about $1.4 million of cap space available to begin the offseason, per Over The Cap, which makes it difficult to pair the club with impending free agents.

But the team will need some help or depth on the interior offensive line with Ben Bredeson's, Royce Newman's and Robert Hainsey's contracts about to expire. Herbig could at least be a good backup option with the potential to start seeing as he has experience playing both guard spots and center.

2025 NFL Draft: CB Tacario Davis, Arizona

Cornerback might be one of Jason Licht's top draft targets this season since the position group is a current weakness and Zyon McCollum is only signed through 2025. So, keep an eye on Davis this season as the Wildcat fits Licht's profile at the position as a long corner with impressive ball skills.

"Davis is an instinctual corner who utilizes his 6-foot-4 frame to disrupt receivers in all phases of the game, showing to be an impactful defender on the perimeter of the defense," The Draft Network's Keith Sanchez wrote.

"Davis' best reps as a defender come with him in zone coverage. In zone coverage, Davis has multiple alignments and techniques. He can play press, bail, or off-coverage to mix up looks and present a different issue for both the quarterback and receiver."

(Previous Week's Selections: CB Ahkello Witherspoon, CB D.J. Reed, LB Harold Perkins)

Tennessee Titans

The Titans looked like they were in complete control against the Chicago Bears in Week 1 before blowing a 17-3 lead in the second half and falling 24-17 to Caleb Williams in his debut.

Miscues from Will Levis and the special teams unit will need to be cleaned up if Tennessee wants to get back on track against the New York Jets in Week 2.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Interior Defensive Line
   
2. Tight End
3. Running Back
4. Quarterback
5. Wide Receiver

Add Now: WR Chase Claypool

DeAndre Hopkins revealed he's working through a torn MCL. That's not what you want to hear about your 32-year-old wideout before the season has even started. The Titans would be wise to look for another boundary receiver they can add that will help Will Levis come along in 2024.

The pickings are obviously slim on the free-agent market, but Chase Claypool would be worth a shot. His effort and attitude have been questioned in the past, but he might be looking for a final shot at redemption in the league after getting cut by the Buffalo Bills.

2025 Free Agency: DT B.J. Hill, Cincinnati Bengals

The Titans are especially thin at defensive tackle right now. Jeffery Simmons remains an elite player, but the trio of T'Vondre Sweat, Sebastian Joseph-Day and Keondre Coburn are the only other interior defenders on the depth chart. The Titans made a lot of moves to mold this defense over the offseason, but the job isn't done.

Brian Callahan should be familiar with B.J. Hill from their days in Cincinnati. He is approaching the end of his prime, but that should make him a cost-effective addition to the defense next year.

2025 NFL Draft: Edge Abdul Carter, Penn State

The Titans defense will continue to evolve under new defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson. With Brian Callahan just taking over the staff and Wilson getting his first crack at being a defensive coordinator, it would make sense for the Titans to target one of the premier defensive talents in the draft.

Abdul Carter should be in the running by the time the season is over. B/R's Matt Holder believes his transition from linebacker to full-time edge defender should be a smooth one.

"The Penn State product is a project and has primarily lined up at off-ball linebacker, but his movement skills should make the position switch a smooth transition."

(Previous Week's Selections: DL Adam Gotsis, IOL Sam Cosmi, WR Luther Burden III)

Washington Commanders

While Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders didn't have the start to the season they would have liked, it's hard to blame the rookie quarterback too much.

He might have only thrown for 184 yards, but he made plays with his legs recording 88 rushing yards and two scores on the ground for a respectable and encouraging debut.

Biggest Weaknesses:

1. Cornerback
2. Edge-Rusher
3. Wide Receiver
4. Offensive Tackle
5. Tight End

Add Now: CB Patrick Peterson

The Commanders made moves this offseason as if the team is gunning for a playoff push rather than rebuilding with a rookie quarterback. However, the defense is thin and young at cornerback, even after recently adding Michael Davis.

So, picking up another veteran like Peterson wouldn't be a bad idea. He had a solid year in 2023 with 11 passes defended and could at least be a good mentor for guys like Emmanuel Forbes and Mike Sainristil.

2025 Free Agency: WR Mike Williams, New York Jets

Washington has several impending free agents at wide receiver and the offense could use a big contested catch threat to complement Terry McLaurin and Luke McCaffery. That's Williams' strong suit as he excels at coming down with 50/50 balls in the red zone.

Granted, the soon-to-be 30-year-old isn't exactly a spring chicken and has dealt with injury issues in the past. However, he'd be a good pickup if the organization truly is gunning to be a playoff contender while Jayden Daniels is on a rookie contract like it signaled this past offseason.

2025 NFL Draft: EDGE Nic Scourton, Texas A&M

After trading away Montez Sweat and Chase Young last year, the Commanders could use some help on the edge. While the front office added Dorance Armstrong, Clelin Ferrell and Dante Fowler Jr. in the offseason, the latter two are impending free agents. Also, Armstrong has primarily been a rotational pass rusher this far in his career.

Scourton has the size (6'4" and 280 pounds) strength to be an effective run defender at the next level, and that's where he stood out in Texas A&M's first game against Notre Dame. The Aggie also has impressive movement skills for his size to be an effective pass rusher and has already shown a nice spin move along with the ability to turn speed to power as a rusher.

(Previous Week's Selections: OT Donovan Smith, CB Charvarius Ward, EDGE Abdul Carter)