Predicting the NFL’s Bottom Dwellers: Which Teams Will Finish Last in Each Division?

As the NFL season approaches, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement and optimism that comes with a new year. But let’s be realistic – someone has to finish last in each division. In this article, we’ll take a hard look at the teams that are likely to struggle the most in 2024.

The road to the playoffs won’t be easy for these teams

AFC East: New England Patriots

The Patriots are in a world of trouble. Without a surefire starter at quarterback and having undergone significant coaching staff changes, they’re the only team in the AFC East that doesn’t look like a playoff contender. link text here projects the Patriots to finish with a dismal 4-13 record, behind the Miami Dolphins (11-6), New York Jets (10-7), and Buffalo Bills (9-8).

The Patriots have a lot of work to do if they want to compete in the AFC East

AFC North: Cleveland Browns

The Browns made the playoffs last year, but it’s hard to see them repeating that success in 2024. With a quarterback who’s struggled on the field and with injuries, it’s difficult to predict them making the postseason again. Cincinnati Bengals (11-6), Baltimore Ravens (10-7), and Pittsburgh Steelers (9-8) all look more promising than the Browns (8-9).

The Browns need to overcome their quarterback woes if they want to succeed

AFC South: Tennessee Titans

The Titans are a team with a lot of questions marks, making it hard to believe they’ll be much better than last year despite their offseason acquisitions. Houston Texans (12-5), Indianapolis Colts (9-8), and Jacksonville Jaguars (8-9) all look more cohesive than the Titans (5-12).

The Titans need to answer some tough questions if they want to compete in the AFC South

AFC West: Denver Broncos

While the Las Vegas Raiders have a questionable quarterback situation, at least they have a top-10 scoring defense from last year. The Broncos (6-11), on the other hand, don’t have much going for them. Kansas City Chiefs (11-6), Los Angeles Chargers (9-8), and Las Vegas Raiders (8-9) are all more likely to make the playoffs than Denver.

The Broncos need to find some answers on defense if they want to compete in the AFC West

NFC East: New York Giants

The Giants are in a tough spot. With no clear way to score points in 2024, they’re likely to finish last in the NFC East. Philadelphia Eagles (12-5), Dallas Cowboys (8-9), and Washington Commanders (7-10) all look more promising than the Giants (4-13).

The Giants need to figure out their offense if they want to compete in the NFC East

NFC North: Minnesota Vikings

The Vikings won’t finish last overall, but they’re not looking great in a stacked NFC North. Detroit Lions (13-4), Green Bay Packers (10-7), and Chicago Bears (10-7) are all more likely to make the playoffs than the Vikings (8-9).

The Vikings need to overcome their division rivals if they want to succeed

NFC South: Carolina Panthers

The NFC South is one of the weakest divisions in the NFL, but the Panthers (3-14) are still in a world of trouble. Atlanta Falcons (9-8), Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8-9), and New Orleans Saints (7-10) all look more promising than the Panthers.

The Panthers need to rebuild from the ground up if they want to compete in the NFC South

NFC West: Arizona Cardinals

In the NFC West, the San Francisco 49ers (11-6) and Los Angeles Rams (9-8) are a step ahead of the Seattle Seahawks (7-10) and Arizona Cardinals (6-11).

The Cardinals need to find some consistency if they want to compete in the NFC West

These are the teams that are likely to finish last in each division in 2024. Of course, a lot can change between now and the start of the season, but as of now, these teams are the most likely to struggle.