{"id":16441,"date":"2024-12-17T16:10:35","date_gmt":"2024-12-17T16:10:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usdailys.com\/?p=16441"},"modified":"2024-12-17T16:10:35","modified_gmt":"2024-12-17T16:10:35","slug":"ranking-all-32-nfl-teams-after-week-15-games","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usdailys.com\/?p=16441","title":{"rendered":"Ranking All 32 NFL Teams After Week 15 Games"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Here we go, folks. We\u2019ve got three regular-season weeks remaining. Four wide-open division title battles, some tight wild-card races, and a mess of a top-10 draft order that could look a LOT different in three weeks\u2019 time.<\/p>\n

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Buckle up and enjoy the chaos as we dive into our Week 15 edition of the 2024\u00a0NFL power rankings<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Which teams are at the top of the NFL rankings after week 15?<\/h2>\n

32. New York Giants (32)<\/h2>\n
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LANDOVER, MARYLAND \u2013 NOVEMBER 19: A New York Giants helmet sits on the bench before the start of the Giants and Washington Commanders game at FedExField on November 19, 2023 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Was anyone really shocked by a blowout loss to Baltimore? Course not.<\/p>\n

We know Big Blue fans are sick of hearing this, but let us repeat one more time: Every loss pushes you closer to the first-overall pick. And believe us, you guys really need Shedeur Sanders.<\/p>\n

31. Las Vegas Raiders (31)<\/h2>\n
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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS \u2013 OCTOBER 22: A detail of a Las Vegas Raiders helmet prior to the game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on October 22, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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The Raiders kept it close against a slumping Atlanta Falcons team on Monday Night, but the visitors did just a little more on offense to squeak out a 15-9 victory.<\/p>\n

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Losers of 10 straight, the Raiders are still in a position to guarantee themselves one of Shedeur Sanders or Travis Hunter. Either would be a good consolation prize in this forgettable season!!!<\/p>\n

30. Tennessee Titans (30)<\/h2>\n
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CLEVELAND, OH \u2013 OCTOBER 22: A player rests on a Tennessee Titans helmet before the game against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on October 22, 2017 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Titans\u2019 defense kept it close against the visiting Cincinnati Bengals, but four back-breaking turnovers by Will Levis were too much to overcome. Tennessee put Mason Rudolph in for the unraveling Levis, but it was too little too late.<\/p>\n

The 3-and-11 Titans will definitely have a new QB next year, so the good news is this loss puts them closer to a top-three\u00a0NFL<\/a>\u00a0draft pick. Honestly, what else is there to celebrate about this stale team?<\/p>\n

29. Jacksonville Jaguars (29)<\/h2>\n
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KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI \u2013 JANUARY 21: A Jacksonville Jaguars helmet rests on a heater prior to the AFC Divisional Playoff game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on January 21, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jason Hanna\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Mac Jones kept pace with\u00a0Aaron Rodgers<\/a>\u00a0for most of the game, but it was the four-time MVP who made those pivotal extra few plays to help the New York Jets escape with a win in a battle of two bottom-feeders.<\/p>\n

Though they\u2019ve lost six of their last seven, five of those games were decided by a single score. At least there\u2019s a bit of pride, something the Giants and Raiders could sure learn.<\/p>\n

28. New England Patriots (27)<\/h2>\n
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FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS \u2013 SEPTEMBER 25: A view of New England Patriots helmets on the bench before the game between the Baltimore Ravens and the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on September 25, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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The lack of game-changing talent in New England was obvious in a 30-17 loss to the Arizona Cardinals. At the end of the day, Drake Maye just doesn\u2019t have game-breakers like the weapons Kyler Murray has.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s encouraging that Maye looks like a franchise QB. But man, can they please go get this guy some playmakers in the offseason?<\/p>\n

27. Cleveland Browns (26)<\/h2>\n
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CLEVELAND, OHIO \u2013 NOVEMBER 05: A detail view of a Cleveland Browns helmet before the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Cleveland Browns Stadium on November 05, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Two weeks after a 497-day outing in a near upset of the Broncos, Jameis Winston throws two picks against Pittsburgh and three in an uninspiring 21-7 home loss to the defending champion Chiefs.<\/p>\n

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To make matters worse, star running back Nick Chubb suffered a broken foot in the loss. A pending free sent, Chubb likely played his last snap in Cleveland \u2014 and it wasn\u2019t exactly the best way to send him off.<\/p>\n

26. Chicago Bears (25)<\/h2>\n
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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS \u2013 SEPTEMBER 25: A detail of a Chicago Bears helmet prior to the game against the Houston Texans at Soldier Field on September 25, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Death, taxes, and another uninspiring effort by the Bears.<\/p>\n

May as well have forfeited Monday\u2019s game in Minnesota instead of letting the Vikings outclass them from start to finish. Caleb Williams was held back by inept play-calling, and the Chicago defense made Sam Darnold look like Josh Allen in a 30-12 blowout.<\/p>\n

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Congrats to the Bears on clinching a fourth straight season of double-digit losses! At least they\u2019re consistent?<\/p>\n

25. Carolina Panthers (24)<\/h2>\n
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CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA \u2013 NOVEMBER 05: A detail view of a Carolina Panthers helmet before the game between the Indianapolis Colts and Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 05, 2023 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Eakin Howard\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Bryce Young reverted to bad habits in a sloppy 30-14 home loss at the hands of the Dallas Cowboys. He had just 219 yards passing, one touchdown, and two picks. Not encouraging, considering they faced a woeful Cowboy defense that lost Micah Parsons for the year\u2026.<\/p>\n

Anyway, the Panthers finish the 2024 NFL season against three mediocre defensive units in Arizona, Tampa Bay, and Atlanta. Good opportunities here for Young to finish strong.<\/p>\n

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24. New York Jets (28)<\/h2>\n
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FLORHAM PARK, NEW JERSEY \u2013 JUNE 11: New York Jets helmets are shown during New York Jets Mandatory Minicamp at Atlantic Health Jets Training Center on June 11, 2024 in Florham Park, New Jersey. (Photo by Luke Hales\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Make no mistake, this season has been a disaster in Gotham. But it had to feel good for vintage Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams to return, and to finally pick up win No. 4 this year.<\/p>\n

Adams had nine catches for 198 yards and two touchdowns. Rodgers had 289 yards, and three TD passes with no picks. We know the Jags aren\u2019t world-beaters, but in a season full of lows, the Jets will take a W when they can get \u2018em.<\/p>\n

With the Rams next on the schedule, there\u2019s a chance to play spoiler and shake up the playoff picture\u2026<\/p>\n

23. New Orleans Saints (22)<\/h2>\n
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CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA \u2013 SEPTEMBER 19: A New Orleans Saints helmet on the bench before the game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on September 19, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Saints have no shame in losing to a superior Washington team by one point\u2026considering they went with second-stringer Jake Haener before benching him in favor of unproven rookie Spencer Rattler.<\/p>\n

Darren Rizzi\u2019s boys came to play. They only lost by a single point after a failed two-point conversion on the game\u2019s final play. Believe us, these guys are ready to play spoiler against the Packers and Bucs, their Week 16 and 18 opponents, respectively.<\/p>\n

22. Dallas Cowboys (23)<\/h2>\n
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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA \u2013 NOVEMBER 05: Dallas Cowboys helmets are seen against the Philadelphia Eaglesat Lincoln Financial Field on November 05, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Strange but true: The Cowboys have a better record with Cooper Rush \u2014 3-and-3 \u2014 than they did with Dak Prescott at 3-and-5. That\u2019s not 10 touchdowns and three picks this year for Rush, so is it crazy to suggest that other QB-needy NFL teams would be wise to give\u00a0Jerry Jones<\/a>\u00a0a call in the offseason?<\/p>\n

Or if Rush finishes the season strong \u2014 with three playoff teams on the schedule, no less \u2014 does Dallas consider moving on from Dak Prescott? Honest question!<\/p>\n

21. San Francisco 49ers (18)<\/h2>\n
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JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA \u2013 NOVEMBER 21: A San Francisco 49ers helmet on the bench during the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at TIAA Bank Field on November 21, 2021 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you still had faith in the 49ers, now\u2019s a good time to give up.<\/p>\n

They showed little fight on offense in a disappointing 12-6 home loss to the Rams on Thursday night. Now, at 6-and-8, it\u2019s all but over for Kyle Shanahan\u2019s group. May as well rest some of your banged-up starters and focus on next year.<\/p>\n

20. Miami Dolphins (17)<\/h2>\n
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BALTIMORE, MARYLAND \u2013 SEPTEMBER 18: A detailed view of a Miami Dolphins helmet before a game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on September 18, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Dolphins put up a stinker in Houston, falling 20-12 thanks to another inexplicably quiet day from Tyreek Hill and another awful day for Tua Tagovailoa against a playoff team.<\/p>\n

So that\u2019s it for the Dolphins. At 6-and-8, they\u2019re not getting into the playoffs. This forgettable and wasted season really can\u2019t end soon enough. And Mike McDaniel may need a strong finish to save his job.<\/p>\n

19. Indianapolis Colts (16)<\/h2>\n
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BALTIMORE, MARYLAND \u2013 SEPTEMBER 24: Indianapolis Colts helmets sit on the bench before the start of the Colts and Baltimore Ravens game at M&T Bank Stadium on September 24, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Jonathan Taylor is pulling a DeSean Jackson. A pick-six on a double-pass play thrown by wideout Adonai Mitchell? Man, the 2024 Colts have been hard to watch at their lowest.<\/p>\n

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Sunday in Denver was a must-win for Indy. They gave the game away on a silver platter with five turnovers and eight stupid penalties. Considering that Indy was better with Gardner Minshew last year than Anthony Richardson this year, is it safe to say that this NFL team may want to re-evaluate the quarterback position?<\/p>\n

18. Cincinnati Bengals (21)<\/h2>\n
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LANDOVER, MARYLAND \u2013 AUGUST 26: A Cincinnati Bengals helmet sits on the grass before the start of a preseason game between the Bengals and Washington Commanderat FedExField on August 26, 2023 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Give Joe Burrow\u2019s boss credit. They\u2019re not going away quietly.<\/p>\n

A 37-burger against Tennessee was enough to keep the Bengals\u2019 slim playoff chances alive. Hey, it counts for something.<\/p>\n

Cincy must win out and have Denver lose out to make the playoffs. Highly unlikely, but at least they haven\u2019t quit on Zac Taylor. That bodes well for his chances to return in 2025\u2026<\/p>\n

17. Atlanta Falcons (20)<\/h2>\n
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA \u2013 SEPTEMBER 17: Isaiah Prince #75 of the Atlanta Falcons helmet on the sides lines during the third quarter in the game against the Green Bay Packers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 17, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Not at all pretty. The Falcons barely beat the AFC\u2019s worst team despite fielding far more talent on both sides of the ball. But considering Atlanta had lost four in a row, does it really matter how they win?<\/p>\n

The Falcons own the tiebreaker on the Bucs, but they\u2019re still one game behind the division. Atlanta basically has to win out and hope Tampa loses to either Dallas, Carolina, or New Orleans to claim the NFC South. NOT impossible, but help is needed\u2026<\/p>\n

16. Arizona Cardinals (19)<\/h2>\n
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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS \u2013 DECEMBER 24: A detail view of an Arizona Cardinals helmet before the game between the Chicago Bears and the Arizona Cardinals at Soldier Field on December 24, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Kyler Murray\u2019s Cardinals made easy work of the visiting Patriots, saving their NFL season in the process and moving back to .500.<\/p>\n

Arizona has to win out to have any hope at the NFC West division crown. Seattle also has to lose two of their final three since they own the head-to-head tiebreaker on the Cardinals.<\/p>\n

Never say never. Crazier things have happened!<\/p>\n

15. Seattle Seahawks (11)<\/h2>\n
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RENTON, WASHINGTON \u2013 FEBRUARY 01: A general view of the press conference stage, microphone, backdrop and Seattle Seahawks helmet after Mike Macdonald spoke to media after he was announced as the new Seattle Seahawks head coach at Virginia Mason Athletic Center on February 01, 2024 in Renton, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Life comes at you fast in the NFL. The \u2018Hawks were once atop the NFC West as winners of four straight. Now, their playoff hopes are borderline on life support.<\/p>\n

The Hawks were outclassed on all sides of the ball by Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers in an ugly 30-13 prime-time loss at home. Even before Geno Smith left with an injury, the Hawks never really stood a chance since their defense slept through most of the game.<\/p>\n

Now the Rams are atop the NFC West. They have an easier remaining schedule than the Seahawks, and the two teams meet again in Week 18. Seattle realistically has to win out to win that division now. Good luck.<\/p>\n

14. Los Angeles Chargers (10)<\/h2>\n
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GLENDALE, ARIZONA \u2013 AUGUST 08: Los Angeles Chargers helmets on the bench prior to the start of the NFL preseason game the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on August 08, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Ralph Freso\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Not sure if any team was more disappointing to watch in Week 15 than the Bolts. They\u2019re supposed to have the league\u2019s best defense, but they failed to even stop a nosebleed in a 40-17 beatdown defeat at the hands of the visiting Bucs.<\/p>\n

With Denver and Baltimore also losing, the Bolts fall down to the No. 7 seed in the AFC. That likely means visiting Buffalo in the wild-card round instead of a more favorable matchup like Pittsburgh or Houston.<\/p>\n

Oh, but it\u2019d totally be a Chargers thing to lose out and miss the NFL playoffs. Show us what your team is made of, Jim Harbaugh!<\/p>\n

13. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (15)<\/h2>\n
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GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN \u2013 DECEMBER 17: A detailed view of Tampa Bay Buccaneers helmets seen on the sideline prior to a game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on December 17, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Buccaneers defeated the Packers 34-20. (Photo by Stacy Revere\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Remember when the Bucs were dead? Chris Godwin was done for the year, and Mike Evans was out multiple weeks? Good times.<\/p>\n

Baker Mayfield, Bucky Irving, and Evans just won\u2019t be stopped. The Bucs annihilated a lights-out Chargers defense in Week 15\u2019s blowout win \u2014 their fourth straight outing with 26-plus points.<\/p>\n

Dallas, Carolina, and New Orleans are Tampa\u2019s final three games on the schedule. Just gotta beat those three below-500 NFL teams, and the division is theirs!<\/p>\n

12. Los Angeles Rams (14)<\/h2>\n
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GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN \u2013 DECEMBER 19: A detailed view of a Los Angeles Rams helmet prior to a game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on December 19, 2022 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers defeated the Rams 24-12. (Photo by Stacy Revere\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

What a week for the Rams. They took down the rival 49ers in a must-win Thursday nighter for both teams \u2014 only to watch the Seahawks get crushed by the Packers on Sunday Night Football.<\/p>\n

So, the division is now in the Rams\u2019 hands. A Week 18 win over Seattle clinches the season series sweep and tiebreaker. So the Rams just need to beat the Jets OR Cardinals and then Seattle in Week 18 to win the division.<\/p>\n

Shouldn\u2019t be too hard, right\u2026.?<\/p>\n

11. Houston Texans (13)<\/h2>\n
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HOUSTON, TEXAS \u2013 SEPTEMBER 11: A detail of a Uvalde Strong decal on a Houston Texans helmet prior to the game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on September 11, 2022 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Sunday\u2019s sloppy but somewhat eventful win over the Dolphins clinched a second straight division crown for the Texans. Who saw them locking it up by Week 15? The luxury of playing in the AFC South, we suppose.<\/p>\n

Odds are that Houston will finish as the No. 4 seed, though they have a slim shot of beating out the AFC North winner for the third seed. Either way, Houston fans can mostly relax until CJ Stroud and company host their Wild Card Game in three weeks.<\/p>\n

10. Washington Commanders (12)<\/h2>\n
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LANDOVER, MARYLAND \u2013 DECEMBER 31: A detailed view of a Washington Commanders helmet prior to a game against the San Francisco 49ers at FedExField on December 31, 2023 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Greg Fiume\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Commanders barely\u00a0avoided<\/a>\u00a0a stunning upset at the hands of the Saints, making a potential season-saving stop on the two-point conversion attempt to seal the 20-19 victory.<\/p>\n

Seattle\u2019s loss has Washington one game clear of the NFC\u2019s last wild-card spot with three weeks to go. With the red-hot Eagles coming to town on Sunday, Jayden Daniels and company must bring their A-Game. The type of effort we saw in New Orleans will not be enough against Nick Sirianni\u2019s group.<\/p>\n

9. Baltimore Ravens (9)<\/h2>\n
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BALTIMORE, MARYLAND \u2013 DECEMBER 31: A detailed view of a Baltimore Ravens helmet is seen prior to a game against the Miami Dolphins at M&T Bank Stadium on December 31, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Olszewski\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Ravens cake-walked their way to victory over the Giants to officially clinch a third straight winning season.\u00a0 All they need now is one victory over their final three weeks to clinch an NFL playoff spot.<\/p>\n

With Pittsburgh losing on Sunday, the Ravens are just one game out of first in the AFC North. Beat the Steelers at home this week, and we\u2019ve got a two-way tie with two weeks to go! Giddy up!<\/p>\n

8. Denver Broncos (8)<\/h2>\n
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JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA \u2013 SEPTEMBER 19: A detailed view of a Denver Broncos helmet during the game between the Denver Broncos and the Jacksonville Jaguars at TIAA Bank Field on September 19, 2021 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

One of the two painful streaks is finally over. After beating the Colts on Sunday, the Broncos clinched their first winning season since 2016.<\/p>\n

Like Baltimore, the Broncos need just one more win to clinch a playoff berth that would end a nine-year drought. And trust us, nobody wants to play Bo Nix or that stingy Denver D in that postseason.<\/p>\n

7. Pittsburgh Steelers (6)<\/h2>\n
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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA \u2013 DECEMBER 16: A Pittsburgh Steelers helmet sits on the field prior to a game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on December 16, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Steelers didn\u2019t have much of a chance against a deeper and healthier Eagles team on Sunday. Not without George Pickens against this Philly secondary.<\/p>\n

Still, Sunday\u2019s 14-point loss to Philadelphia was still tough to swallow. Now the pressure\u2019s really on, with a road game in Baltimore next on the schedule.<\/p>\n

On the bright side, welcome back to the NFL playoffs, Pittsburgh.<\/p>\n

6. Green Bay Packers (7)<\/h2>\n
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GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN \u2013 OCTOBER 29: A detail of a Green Bay Packers helmet against the Minnesota Vikings during the second quarter at Lambeau Field on October 29, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Michael Reaves\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A phenomenal all-around performance by Jordan Love\u2019s Packers in Emerald City on Sunday night. The Packers manhandled the Seahawks in a tough environment to clinch, surprisingly, their first season of double-digit wins since 2021.<\/p>\n

The NFC North isn\u2019t in reach, but there\u2019s nobody these guys can\u2019t beat. You think a division winner like the Rams or Bucs wants to face these guys in January? No chance.<\/p>\n

5. Buffalo Bills (5)<\/h2>\n
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BALTIMORE, MARYLAND \u2013 OCTOBER 02: A Buffalo Bills helmet sits on the field before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on October 02, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Is there a more fun team right now than the Bills? One week after a 45-42 road loss to the Rams, they came into Motor City and beat the Detroit Lions 48-42. It\u2019s like playing backyard football where anything goes.<\/p>\n

Josh Allen put another stamp on his MVP case with 362 passing yards and four total touchdowns against the NFC\u2019s best team. With the Patriots times two and the Jets remaining on the Bills\u2019 schedule, Allen has a clear-cut path to his first MVP award.<\/p>\n

4. Minnesota Vikings (4)<\/h2>\n
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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS \u2013 OCTOBER 15: A detail of a Minnesota Vikings helmet prior to the game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on October 15, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

As expected, the Vikings made easy work of the NFC North rival Bears on Monday night to pick up their seventh straight win. And with the Lions losing to Buffalo, Minny is now tied for the division lead and top record in the conference.<\/p>\n

REMEMBER\u2026Minny and Detroit square off in Motor City in Week 18. Think there might be something at take, then?<\/p>\n

3. Detroit Lions (1)<\/h2>\n
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GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN \u2013 JANUARY 08: A detailed view of a Detroit Lions helmet prior to a game between the Green Bay Packers and the Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field on January 08, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Lions defeated the Packers 20-16. (Photo by Stacy Revere\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Lions suddenly look vulnerable. With injuries mounting on defense, it was only a matter of time until they suffered their second loss of the NFL season. This time, the Buffalo Bills sliced up a piece of humble pie.<\/p>\n

Most of us can agree that Detroit\u2019s the team to beat in the NFC at full strength. But with a bunch of injured bodies on defense, a trip to the Super Bowl doesn\u2019t feel as strong compared to a couple of weeks ago.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s back to the drawing board and ensuring they don\u2019t lose their hold on the NFC North, nor the conference\u2019s top seed.<\/p>\n

2. Philadelphia Eagles (3)<\/h2>\n
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TEMPE, ARIZONA \u2013 FEBRUARY 09: A detailed view of a Philadelphia Eagles helmet lays on the field in a practice session prior to Super Bowl LVII at Arizona Cardinals Training Center on February 09, 2023 in Tempe, Arizona. The Kansas City Chiefs play the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LVII on February 12, 2023 at State Farm Stadium. (Photo by Rob Carr\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Hey, look! Another masterclass by the league\u2019s hottest team, now winners of 10 straight.<\/p>\n

Philly\u2019s defense was lights-out in the battle of Pennsylvania, limiting Russell Wilson\u2019s group to 13 points. That\u2019s now six straight games of Vic Fangio\u2019s defense, allowing 20 or fewer points, by the way.<\/p>\n

Saquon Barkley had a pedestrian day, and the Eagles still won by double-digits. With the Lions losing, it was a practically perfect week for Nick Sirianni\u2019s group. Three weeks left in the 2024 NFL season, but only one first-round bye in the NFC. Suppose the Eagles get it; good luck to the rest of the NFC.<\/p>\n

1. Kansas City Chiefs (1)<\/h2>\n
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MIAMI, FLORIDA \u2013 FEBRUARY 02: Details of Kansas City Chiefs helmet before Super Bowl LIV at Hard Rock Stadium on February 02, 2020 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Maddie Meyer\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The defending champs regain the top spot by virtue of being the only team with a single loss.<\/p>\n

It wasn\u2019t exactly pretty, but the Chiefs snuck past the Browns 21-7 on the road to inch closer to the AFC\u2019s top seed. Patrick Mahomes avoided the worst-case scenario with an ankle sprain, but if he misses multiple weeks, the race for the No. 1 seed becomes interesting.<\/p>\n

But as long as Mahomes is healthy come the postseason, Kansas City remains the team to beat in the AFC.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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