1. Eagles (7-1, last week No. 2): A.J. Brown emerges as a strong contender for the MVP title, solidifying the team’s position.
2. Jaguars (6-2, No. 3): Get ready for a thrilling San Francisco showdown, a preview of a potential Super Bowl matchup, following their bye week.
3. Dolphins (6-2, No. 4): Witness the NFL’s greatest export as Germany hosts an epic clash between two top-five teams.
4. Ravens (6-2, No. 6): Unquestionably the best team in the NFL’s strongest division.
5. Chiefs (6-2, No. 1): Can the Chiefs find additional reliable options in the passing game after Travis Kelce?
6. 49ers (5-3, No. 5): Remember that impressive victory over the Cowboys? Feels like ages ago.
7. Cowboys (5-2, No. 7): Quietly building the most formidable home-field advantage in the league.
8. Lions (6-2, No. 8): With a manageable schedule, the elusive No. 1 seed is not out of reach.
9. Seahawks (5-2, No. 9): The true identity of the Seahawks will be revealed on Thanksgiving when they face the formidable 49ers at home.
10. Bills (5-3, No. 12): An exciting challenge awaits them in Cincinnati, where they’ll have their hands full.
11. Bengals (4-3, No. 18): Brace yourself, because here come the Bengals.
12. Jets (4-3, No. 16): Winning is all that matters, regardless of how it’s achieved.
13. Steelers (4-3, No. 10): A team that displays both victories and defeats but remains competitive for a playoff spot.
14. Browns (4-3, No. 11): If the Deshaun Watson trade had paid off, the Browns might already be on their way to the Super Bowl.
15. Falcons (4-4, No. 13): To have a shot at the playoffs, they must embrace the thrilling and unpredictable nature of the Heineke rollercoaster ride.
16. Vikings (4-4, No. 17): Will the devastating loss of Kirk Cousins ignite a fire in others or lead to surrender?
17. Texans (3-4, No. 14): Mastering the art of winning the games they should is key for the Texans’ success.
18. Buccaneers (3-4, No. 15): Baker Mayfield is giving it his all to propel this team into contention.
19. Saints (4-4, No. 25): Consistency will be the deciding factor in their quest for division supremacy.
20. Colts (3-5, No. 19): Gardner Minshew has an opportunity to shine, but he needs to make the most of it.
21. Chargers (3-4, No. 22): Finally finding their rhythm, can the Chargers keep up the momentum?
22. Titans (3-4, No. 26): A promising quarterback has emerged, signaling a bright present and future for the team.
23. Broncos (3-5, No. 30): Though a tough journey lies ahead, the team is gradually building momentum towards playoff contention.
24. Rams (3-5, No. 20): Matthew Stafford displayed remarkable resilience as he held things together for as long as possible.
25. Commanders (3-5, No. 23): The new ownership group is counting down to the reset button.
26. Raiders (3-5, No. 21): The situation keeps deteriorating for the Raiders.
27. Packers (2-5, No. 27): It’s premature to give up on Jordan Love, but evaluating whether he’s the solution is a priority.
28. Bears (2-6, No. 24): Clearly, the Bears were not prepared for the prime-time spotlight.
29. Giants (2-6, No. 29): Winning with a QB3 is a rarity in the NFL.
30. Panthers (1-6, No. 32): Though it’s a start, it feels like this season may already be over for the Panthers.
31. Patriots (2-6, No. 28): Currently sitting at the bottom of the AFC standings, the Patriots face an uphill battle.
32. Cardinals (1-7, No. 31): Their perseverance is admirable, but it hasn’t translated into victories.
