Building a winning NFL team isn’t just about the talent on the field—it starts at the top. From smart drafting and savvy trades to contract wizardry and culture-building, the best front offices in the league know how to keep their franchises competitive year after year.
Some of these teams are perennial contenders, others have rebuilt from the ground up, but all of them deserve credit for the moves they’ve made. Here are the ten greatest NFL front offices right now.
10. Seattle Seahawks
The Seahawks keep finding ways to stay relevant, even after moving on from franchise icons like Russell Wilson and Bobby Wagner. General manager John Schneider continues to draft well and make solid value moves to keep Seattle in the playoff mix.
9. Philadelphia Eagles
Howie Roseman has built a reputation as one of the boldest GMs in the league, pulling off blockbuster trades and stacking the trenches. Even when the Eagles seem to be retooling, they bounce back quickly and stay dangerous.
8. Cincinnati Bengals
The Bengals front office has quietly turned into one of the smartest in the NFL, especially with their drafting of Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase. They’ve built a talented, balanced roster without overspending, and they’re consistently in the playoff hunt.
7. Los Angeles Rams
Les Snead lives by the “F them picks” philosophy, and while it’s risky, it got the Rams a Super Bowl trophy. The Rams aren’t afraid to go all-in, and even with a shifting roster, they’ve stayed competitive and exciting.
6. San Francisco 49ers
John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan have built a juggernaut by drafting well, developing stars, and never being afraid to swing big. Even with some quarterback drama, they’ve consistently fielded one of the most complete teams in the league.
5. Dallas Cowboys
Say what you want about Jerry Jones, but the Cowboys front office has crushed it in recent drafts and built a roster that’s been in the mix for years. They’ve mastered the art of keeping star players while maintaining cap flexibility.
4. Detroit Lions
Yes, the Lions. GM Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell have completely flipped the culture in Detroit, nailing draft picks and building a team that finally looks ready to win big. It’s one of the most impressive turnarounds in recent memory.
3. Kansas City Chiefs
When you have Patrick Mahomes, life is easier—but credit to GM Brett Veach for surrounding him with talent, even while constantly retooling. The Chiefs have mastered the balance between spending on stars and finding hidden gems through the draft.
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2. Buffalo Bills
The Bills turned into a perennial contender thanks to the steady hand of GM Brandon Beane and head coach Sean McDermott. They drafted and developed Josh Allen into a franchise quarterback and have built one of the most complete rosters in the league, consistently staying in the Super Bowl conversation.
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1. Baltimore Ravens
The Ravens do everything well—drafting, trading, cap management, and maintaining a consistent winning culture. GM Eric DeCosta has seamlessly continued the legacy of Ozzie Newsome, keeping Baltimore among the smartest and most respected front offices in football.
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