Bleacher Report ranks NFC South as NFL's weakest division for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 4:55 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Bleacher Report has listed the NFC South as the NFL's weakest division ahead of the 2026 season, placing it last in their preseason rankings. The ranking is based on last season's performance and offseason moves, reflecting that no team in this division had a winning record in 2025. Despite this, there are reasons for optimism with teams like Atlanta, New Orleans, Carolina, and Tampa Bay hoping for improved quarterback play and overall competitiveness. Tampa Bay faces challenges with notable losses, including Lavonte David's retirement and Mike Evans’ departure. Bleacher Report suggests the division may still see a competitive race this season, though questions remain about each team's potential.
- •NFC South ranked last among NFL divisions by Bleacher Report.
- •No team had a winning record in 2025.
- •Atlanta adds coach Kevin Stefanski and QB Tua Tagovailoa.
- •New Orleans builds around young QB Tyler Shough.
- •Tampa Bay loses key players Lavonte David and Mike Evans.
- 4:55 PMYahoo Sports — Bleacher Report lists the NFC South as the worst division in the NFL
"Bleacher Report ranked the NFC South as the NFL's weakest division entering the 2026 season despite expecting another close race.
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