Steelers Rise, Yet Still Underwhelm in 2025 Playmaker Rankings

Steelers Rise, Yet Still Underwhelm in 2025 Playmaker Rankings

While certain aspects of the Pittsburgh Steelers‘ offense will remain the same, much will be different entering the 2025 season. Not only is Aaron Rodgers in at quarterback, but each of his skill positions has witnessed a change.Thus, it’s more than just Rodgers that will swing the outcome of this year. Pittsburgh’s running backs, wide receivers and tight ends will all be pivotal pieces. Figuring out where those collections of talent stack up is…

49ers playmakers take a hit: Why ESPN dropped them to No. 4 in 2025

For the past two years, the San Francisco 49ers ranked No. 1 in ESPN's annual NFL playmaker rankings, compiled by analyst Bill Barnwell. However, after a turbulent offseason and key roster changes, the team enters the 2025 season with a revamped offensive identity—and a lower ranking. Barnwell dropped the 49ers to No. 4 on his latest list, with the Philadelphia Eagles, Detroit Lions, and Cincinnati Bengals overtaking them. The decline follows th…