NFC West Roster Rankings: Post Draft Edition
- Dennis Roberts
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Starter grades only
The NFC West looks like one of the strongest divisions in football heading into the season, with a clear elite roster at the top and competitive depth throughout.
1. Los Angeles Rams - 90 Points
The Rams take the top spot not just in the division, but as one of the most complete rosters in the league. Super Bowl Favourite for sure.
Offense
QB: 9
RB: 7
WR1: 9
WR2: 8
WR3: 2
TE: 7
OL: 9
Defense
DE/EDGE: 8
DT: 7
LB: 5
CB: 7
S: 7
Special Teams
K/P: 5
Why they rank here: Elite offensive balance combined with a strong defensive front makes the Rams the most complete team in the division and the NFL.
2. Seattle Seahawks - 78 Points
Seattle lands second with explosive playmakers and a solid defense. The reigning Super Bowl Champs have some question marks, as well as a new OC could hurt them.
Offense
QB: 7
RB: 7
WR1: 10
WR2: 5
WR3: 4
TE: 5
OL: 5
Defense
DE/EDGE: 6
DT: 7
LB: 5
CB: 7
S: 8
Special Teams
K/P: 7
Why they rank here: An elite WR1 and strong secondary stand out, but inconsistency on the offensive line limits their ceiling.
3. San Francisco 49ers - 75 Points
San Francisco remains competitive with strength in key areas.
Offense
QB: 7
RB: 7
WR1: 7
WR2: 5
WR3: 3
TE: 9
OL: 8
Defense
DE/EDGE: 5
DT: 2
LB: 8
CB: 4
S: 3
Special Teams
K/P: 7
Why they rank here: A dominant tight end and strong offensive line help, but major weaknesses on the defensive interior hold them back.
4. Arizona Cardinals - 63 Points
Arizona rounds out the division with a roster still building toward contention.
Offense
QB: 4
RB: 7
WR1: 5
WR2: 5
WR3: 4
TE: 9
OL: 5
Defense
DE/EDGE: 4
DT: 7
LB: 4
CB: 4
S: 2
Special Teams
K/P: 3
Why they rank here: Strong tight end and a potential solid run game are positives, but overall roster depth and defensive consistency remain issues.
Final NFC West Rankings
Los Angeles Rams - 90
Seattle Seahawks - 78
San Francisco 49ers - 75
Arizona Cardinals - 63
Takeaway
The Rams stand out as the most complete team in the NFL, while Seattle and San Francisco remain forces behind them. Arizona still has work to do to close the gap. Can Seattle continue its run? Or was it just a flash in the pan?
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