ESPN Ranks Browns, Rams Among Least Watchable NFL Teams 2025

ESPN's 2025 watchability rankings place the Cleveland Browns as the least watchable NFL team, reflecting skepticism due to their poor 2024 season and ongoing adjustments under coach Kevin Stefanski. The Arizona Cardinals rank slightly higher at 28th, despite having strong coaching and talented players like Budda Baker and James Conner, but lacking overall excitement and big plays. The Los Angeles Rams are rated 27th on watchability, primarily because of uncertainty surrounding quarterback Matthew Stafford's health and pass protection issues, although the team retains core talent and added receiver Davante Adams. Analysts highlight the Rams' pass protection as a critical weakness that affected their 2024 performance and remains a concern going into the season opener against the Houston Texans, who also have pass protection challenges. While some experts predict the Rams may lose their opening game due to these vulnerabilities, others believe the Rams' experience and offensive weapons will help them prevail. Overall, these rankings emphasize that watchability focuses on entertainment factors like big plays and close games rather than just win-loss records, with all three teams facing significant challenges that could impact fan engagement in 2025.