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As the 2026 NFL season reaches the four-week mark, patterns are beginning to emerge about how each team will perform. A critical factor in team success is offensive efficiency on a down-to-down basis, though as the data reveals, a high-powered offense is not always a prerequisite for winning.
This analysis focuses on each team's offensive play success rate, which measures how frequently a team stays on schedule by gaining the necessary yards relative to the down. The following teams have been the least efficient offensively in the league this year.
Miami Dolphins (0-4) - 37.8%
The Dolphins sit at the bottom of the league in successful play percentage, with only 37.8% of their offensive snaps qualifying as successful. This inefficiency is reflected in their scoring output, as they average just 11.5 points per game and remain winless. Three of their four losses have been by two or more scores.
Minnesota Vikings (4-0) - 40.2%
Despite their perfect record, the Vikings have struggled to stay on schedule offensively. Minnesota exploded for 39 points in their season-opening win over the Green Bay Packers, but in their three subsequent victories, they have averaged only 15.6 points per game. Each of those three wins was decided by a single score.
Washington Commanders (1-3) - 41.9%
The Commanders' ranking here may be partly attributed to the Week 2 loss of quarterback Jayden Daniels, who is expected to return this week. However, their highest-scoring game of the season occurred with Marcus Mariota starting under center. Washington averages 22 points per game, suggesting they can score more consistently than other teams on this list, offering more hope for a turnaround than the Dolphins.
Green Bay Packers (2-2) - 42.1%
The Packers have also found themselves among the least efficient offenses, though their .500 record indicates they have managed to win despite these struggles.
Philadelphia Eagles (2-2) - 42.6%
Rounding out the list are the Eagles, who have similarly grappled with offensive consistency but remain at .500.
This article originally appeared on Touchdown Wire: Which NFL teams have been the least successful on offense in 2026?
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