The 2025 NFL season is still months away, but sportsbooks have already set expectations for which teams will run the league. Based on early win total projections, three familiar tough contenders, Buffalo Bills, Kansas City Chiefs, and Baltimore Ravens, are ready to dominate the regular season.
Buffalo, Kansas City, And Baltimore Set The Pace

Kansas City, led by Patrick Mahomes and head coach Andy Reid, remains the gold standard in the AFC. The Chiefs have reached six consecutive AFC Championship Games, and with their offensive firepower, another deep playoff run seems inevitable. Despite offseason roster tweaks, oddsmakers trust Mahomes to keep Kansas City among the elite.
Baltimore rounds out the trio of projected top teams. Lamar Jackson, fresh off another strong campaign, has led the Ravens to consistent success, with the team ranking among the AFC’s best in recent years. Their defense, combined with Jackson’s dual-threat ability, makes Baltimore a formidable contender once again.
