25. Green Bay Packers
The Green Bay Packers looked great against what we thought was a strong Seattle Seahawks team. Aaron Rodgers continues to be one of the best players in the entire NFL. However, it’s safe to say that the Packers secondary wasn’t truly tested in this game.
Last year, it was the secondary that shouldered most of the blame for their loss in the NFC Championship game.
More from With the First Pick
- 2024 NFL Draft: Prospect Viewing Guide for Week 0
- 2024 NFL Draft: All Eyes On NFL Draft Defensive Prospects
- Player Spotlight: USC Safety Calen Bullock
- 2024 Senior Bowl Watchlist Announced
- 2024 NFL Draft: Florida State is Loaded with Prospect in 2023
26. New York Giants
New York looked completely overmatched in their game against the Dallas Cowboys. The long-standing offensive line problems continue to be an issue. However, it’s important to not over react to a game where Odell Beckham Jr. was out of the lineup.
The Giants offense looks a lot different with him on the field. New York’s defense remains a strong unit capable of winning games on their own.
27. Buffalo Bills (via KC)
The Bills are hoping that the Kansas City Chiefs performance against the New England Patriots was a fluke. Otherwise, last year’s trade that netted the Chiefs Patrick Mahomes III is less valuable. The one positive is that they also received a 3rd round pick in last year’s draft.
28. Pittsburgh Steelers
Pittsburgh’s offense didn’t look great against the Cleveland Browns. However, that could be them just working off some rust and getting Le’Veon Bell back in action. The positive from that game is that the defense looked pretty good.
They might have finally found a long-term replacement for James Harrison in rookie T.J. Watt.