AFC North Roster Rankings: Post-Draft Edition
- Dennis Roberts
- 6 days ago
- 2 min read
Starters only (Max Score 130)
After the draft, here’s how the rosters shape up based on starter grades across key positions.
1. Baltimore Ravens - 87 Points
Offense
QB: 9
RB: 8
WR1: 7
WR2: 5
WR3: 3
TE: 7
OL: 6
Defense
DE/EDGE: 7
DT: 7
LB: 7
CB: 6
S: 9
Special Teams
K/P: 6
Why they rank here: The Ravens are the most complete team in the division. Lamar Jackson provides elite quarterback play, a strong run game, and one of the league’s best safety groups give them the edge despite a lack of elite wide receiver depth.
T-2. Cincinnati Bengals - 81 Points
Cincinnati’s elite passing game keeps them near the top. With a much improved defensive starting unit, they can be a contender in the AFC this year.
Offense
QB: 9
RB: 5
WR1: 10
WR2: 8
WR3: 4
TE: 6
OL: 5
Defense
DE/EDGE: 6
DT: 7
LB: 3
CB: 6
S: 7
Special Teams
K/P: 7
Why they rank here: The Bengals have the division’s best receiver room, but questions at linebacker and along the offensive line limit their overall score.
T-2. Pittsburgh Steelers - 81 Points
The Steelers defense keeps them interesting in the North powerhouse. The QB ranking is assuming Aaron Rodgers resigns for this season. Otherwise it would drop to a 4-5.
Offense
QB: 6
RB: 6
WR1: 7
WR2: 6
WR3: 5
TE: 6
OL: 5
Defense
DE/EDGE: 8
DT: 8
LB: 4
CB: 7
S: 6
Special Teams
K/P: 7
Why they rank here: Pittsburgh’s defensive front is among the best in football, but quarterback prevents them from challenging Baltimore for the top spot.
4. Cleveland Browns - 77 Points
Cleveland’s defense carries the roster grade.
Offense
QB: 5
RB: 5
WR1: 5
WR2: 5
WR3: 4
TE: 7
OL: 6
Defense
DE/EDGE: 9
DT: 6
LB: 7
CB: 6
S: 6
Special Teams
K/P: 6
Why they rank here: The Browns have an elite pass rush, but average quarterback and receiver grades drag them to the bottom of the division. There's still a lot of work to be done in Cleveland going forward.
Final AFC North Rankings
Baltimore Ravens - 87
Cincinnati Bengals - 81
Pittsburgh Steelers - 81
Cleveland Browns - 77
Takeaway
Baltimore looks like the most complete team in the AFC North entering the season, while Cincinnati and Pittsburgh remain close behind them. Cleveland’s defense keeps them competitive, but offensive questions remain.
Did the Ravens deserve the top spot, or are the Bengals the team to beat in the AFC North?
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