The NFL Draft dust has settled, and free agency has simmered down from a roaring fire to a few glowing embers. We've entered the quiet part of the offseason—schedule leaks, low-key trade rumors, and some well-deserved rest for veterans and rookies alike. But don't let the calm fool you: coaches, executives, and players are still hard at work. Whether it's patching the holes that sank their 2025 season or reinforcing the strengths that made last fall a success, every team has a to-do list before the 2026 campaign kicks off.
Not all fixes carry the same urgency. The Seattle Seahawks and Tennessee Titans, for example, face very different challenges as the new season approaches. But no team is without a flaw worth addressing. Let's break down the biggest offseason weakness for all 32 NFL teams, from "they're cooked" to "it'll be fine."
Arizona Cardinals: Need for Speed (and Protection)
The Cardinals faced the league's second-lowest blitz rate last season but still posted the fourth-highest pressure rate. That's a recipe for disaster, and it starts with uneven quarterback play. Whether it was Kyler Murray or Jacoby Brissett under center, the offense struggled to get the ball out quickly. Arizona had one of the highest times to throw in the league, and while Trey McBride remains a reliable safety valve and Michael Wilson saved plenty of fantasy rosters, the wideout corps needs more firepower. Finding receivers who can win early and often will be key to keeping the pocket clean and the offense moving.
Atlanta Falcons: Quarterback Depth and Wideout Woes
The Falcons' quarterback room is set, but it's a fragile one. A banged-up Michael Penix Jr. and a diminished Tua Tagovailoa are the top two options—workable, but far from ideal. The bigger concern? The wide receiver corps has only one reliable presence to lift that duo. Drake London remains a star, but beyond him, there's a glaring lack of proven playmakers. If Atlanta wants to keep its offense competitive, it needs to add depth and talent at receiver to ease the burden on its quarterbacks.