Known as "The Greatest Show on Turf," the Rams scored 540 points in 16 games, averaging 33.8 points per game. Kurt Warner threw for 4,830 yards and 36 touchdowns, while Marshall Faulk totaled over 2,100 scrimmage yards and 26 touchdowns. Despite their explosive offense, the Rams finished 10-6 and were upset by the Saints in the Wild Card round.
The Falcons lit up the scoreboard with 540 points in 16 games, averaging 33.8 points per game. Led by MVP Matt Ryan, who threw for 4,944 yards and 38 touchdowns, and Julio Jones, the offense was a well-oiled machine. Atlanta finished 11-5 and reached Super Bowl LI, but they infamously blew a 28-3 lead to the Patriots in a heartbreaking overtime loss.
The Redskins scored 541 points in 16 games, averaging 33.8 points per game, with Joe Theismann at quarterback and John Riggins powering the ground game. They finished the season 14-2 and reached Super Bowl XVIII but were defeated by the Raiders. Their offense set a then-NFL record and remains one of the most balanced and productive units in league history.
The Saints’ offense under Drew Brees scored 547 points in 16 games, averaging 34.2 points per game. Brees set a then-NFL record with 5,476 passing yards and 46 touchdowns. With weapons like Jimmy Graham and Darren Sproles, New Orleans finished 13-3 but lost to the 49ers in an epic Divisional Round matchup. This team showcased Sean Payton’s creative offensive schemes at their peak.
With Randy Moss, Cris Carter, and Randall Cunningham, the Vikings scored 556 points in 16 games, averaging 34.8 points per game. Moss broke rookie records with 17 touchdown receptions, and the team finished 15-1. However, their season ended in heartbreak with a missed field goal and an overtime loss to the Falcons in the NFC Championship, overshadowing their offensive brilliance.
The Patriots tallied 557 points in 16 games, averaging 34.8 points per game. Tom Brady was at the helm of this high-octane offense, throwing for 4,827 yards and 34 touchdowns. With a balanced attack featuring Wes Welker and Rob Gronkowski, New England finished 12-4 but lost in the AFC Championship Game to the Ravens. This team cemented Brady’s reputation as an all-time great.
The Packers scored 560 points in 16 games, averaging 35.0 points per game, en route to a 15-1 record. Aaron Rodgers, in his MVP season, threw for 4,643 yards and 45 touchdowns. Despite their historic offense, Green Bay’s season ended in disappointment, losing to the Giants in the Divisional Round. The 2011 Packers were an offensive juggernaut with an elite passing attack.
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs makes a catch for a touchdown against the Green Bay Packers during the first half at Ford Field in Detroit on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024.
Patrick Mahomes led the Chiefs to 565 points in 16 games, averaging 35.3 points per game, during his MVP campaign. Mahomes threw for 5,097 yards and 50 touchdowns, and Tyreek Hill and Travis Kelce were key contributors. The Chiefs finished 12-4 but lost a nail-biting AFC Championship to the Patriots in overtime. This season marked the start of Kansas City's dominant offensive era under Mahomes.
The 2007 Patriots became the first team to score 589 points in 16 games, averaging 36.8 points per game, during their historic 16-0 regular season. Tom Brady threw for a record 50 touchdown passes, with Randy Moss catching 23 of them. Though they dominated the regular season, the Patriots suffered a shocking defeat to the Giants in Super Bowl XLII, ending their bid for a perfect year.
The 2013 Denver Broncos scored an NFL-record 606 points across 16 games, averaging an astounding 37.9 points per game. Led by Peyton Manning, who threw for 5,477 yards and 55 touchdowns, the Broncos' offense was unstoppable. They finished 13-3, but their high-powered attack fell short in Super Bowl XLVIII, where they were dominated by the Seahawks. This remains the gold standard for single-season offensive production.
