With week 10 coming to an end, we rank every NFL team going into week 11.
32. Carolina Panthers (2-7)
The Panthers suffered their second straight loss but this one was domination. When the first half was over the Carolina Panthers had fewer total yards than the Bengals had points. They also allowed 464 total yards. PJ Walker got benched for Baker Mayfield after going 3/10 with 9 yards so the QB controversy is still alive in Carolina.
31. Houston Texans (1-6-1)
What separates the Texans from the Panthers is that they kept it close against the best team in the NFL. They were expected to get obliterated by the undefeated Philadelphia Eagles, and they held their own for the first half. Damion PIerce did good and kept them alive in the first half but the Eagles did what everyone expected them to do in the second half and went on a 15-3 run to close a win.
30. Pittsburgh Steelers (2-6)
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 2-6 and still going through a QB controversy. TJ Watt is still injured and they still remain bottom half in almost every major category. And their last game being a 35-13 loss to Philly before the bye week doesn’t help them either.
29. Las Vegas Raiders (2-6)
The Raiders have lost three games when winning by three or more scores. In their most recent week, they were up 17-0 against the Jacksonville Jaguars with 4:54 left in the second quarter. They then continued to lose 27-20 to the Jags. The Raiders remain horrible when on the road going 0-5 this season. Offensively they did well statistically with 150 yards and two touchdowns but they need dramatic changes defensively in order to turn it around.
28. Green Bay Packers (3-6)
The Aaron Rodgers era for the Green Bay Packers is nearly over. Aaron Rodgers just threw three interceptions to one of the worst defenses in the NFL the Detroit Lions. Aaron Jones and AJ Dillon were unable to get anything on the ground. Defensively they did good but the Packer’s inability to find a receiver has been haunting them so far.
27. Indianapolis Colts (3-5-1)
The Colts this year have gotten 14.7 PPG which is last in the NFL and the game against the Patriots is no exception. Granted Bill Belichick is historically known for dominating rookie quarterbacks. The Colts are bottom 5 in nearly every offensive category and the QB switch to Sam Ehlinger has not been helping.
26. Atlanta Falcons (4-5)
The Falcons have been showing to be an actually solid team in the NFL holding their own against the Chargers. They put up 201 rushing yards in the 20-17 loss. However, they allowed Austin Ekeler to run and catch for a touchdown. The falcons are somehow doing well offensively but defensively they need to get it together.
25. Jacksonville Jaguars (3-6)
The Jacksonville Jaguars got a 17-point comeback against the Las Vegas Raiders but they have not been winning with the game against the Raiders being their first win since week 3 so they have still been struggling to figure things out. Travis Etienne has been good but Trevor Lawerence has been average so far.
24. Detroit Lions (2-6)
They started off with the best offense in PPG through the first four weeks but have declined dramatically ever since. They are currently averaging 12 PPG and the game against the Packers is no exception. Unable to get anything going offensively, it was the defense that shut down Aaron Rodgers forcing him to throw three interceptions and containing AJ Dillon and Aaron Jones.
23. Denver Broncos (3-5)
They’re 3-5 with a top-5 defense and a bottom-5 offense despite trading for future hall-of-famer Russell Wilson. He showed some promise in the week 8 win against the Jacksonville Jaguars but overall he hasn’t been what we expected all year.
22. Chicago Bears (3-6)
The Bears played an amazing game against the Dolphins but Tua remains undefeated this season. They got up 28-17 but Tua and his receivers went to work. Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle had a combined 230 yards and two touchdowns. Justin Fields however is showing how he can be a solid quarterback, especially on the ground with 180 rushing yards. Chase Claypool struggled to get 2 catches for 13 yards in 6 targets but hopefully, he can develop chemistry with Fields as well.
21. Cleveland Browns (3-5)
Off the bye, they play the Miami Dolphins in what should be a good game. Nick Chubb continued to prove himself as one of the best backs in the league with 841 yards and 10 touchdowns leading the Browns with a top-5 rushing attack. Brissett has been serviceable but with them 3-5 and just 3 weeks left till Watson’s return they should turn it around late in the season.
20. New Orleans Saints (3-6)
This team has a bottom 5 defense despite having amazing defenders like Cameron Jordan, Marshon Lattimore, and Tyrann Mathieu. How the defense isn’t good shocks me and the game against the Ravens when they allowed 320 yards and 27 points of offense was no exception. The offense is really inconsistent and the defense needs help yet they are still somehow winning some games.
19. Washington Commanders (4-5)
Their 3 game-winning streaks finally ended in a narrow loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Taylor Heinicke had 150 yards 2 touchdowns and an interception. However, one major thing the Commanders are doing is falling behind. The NFC East has been really competitive each team being 6-2 or above other than the Commanders as they sit at 4-5. Not to mention the 49ers getting Christian McCaffrey so it’s going to be a really tough uphill climb for them this season.
18. Arizona Cardinals (3-6)
The Cardinals fall to Geno Smith and the Seattle Seahawks but to be fair a lot of other teams have too. The reason why they are this high up despite being 3-6 is one player: DeAndre Hopkins. The Cardinals the first 6 weeks didn’t have Hopkins thus starting off 2-4 Now that they do have him their offense should most likely be way more functional. We have also seen DeAndre Hopkins return to his old form.
17. Los Angeles Rams (3-5)
The Rams are only 17th right now because of the ring they won. Despite being 3-5 they still have some potential to bounce back but the Seahawks and 49ers with the addition of McCaffrey are pulling away. They just lost to the Buccaneers off a game-winning drive and got swept by the 49ers. Other than Cooper Kupp maintaining his top 3 WR form the Rams have not looked good.
16. Los Angeles Chargers (5-3)
Moving on to another team in LA the Chargers coming off a narrow win to the Atlanta Falcons. They have won 4 of their last 5 games but they have mostly been close games to below-average teams. If they can fix the rushing defense which is shockingly bad despite having Khalil Mack and Joey Bosa they can be conference championship contenders.
15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-5)
Tom Brady coming off a game-winning drive in the 16-13 win against the Rams which was their first win since October 9th. Tom Brady threw for 280 yards and a touchdown but other than that it was a very defensive game. Mike Evans has been in a slump this year and this game was no exception with only 5 catches for forty yards.
14. New England Patriots (5-4)
It was expected for Bill Belichick to do what he’s best at. Bully rookie quarterbacks and this 26-3 blowout was no exception. Sam Ehlinger had a completion percentage of 51.7 and just 100 yards with an interception. Bill Belichick outsmarted and outplayed the Colts as the defense made it easy for the offense. Joshua Uche and Matt Judon both got 3 sacks and Belichick’s history against rookie QBs is preserved with this blowout.
13. Cincinnati Bengals (5-4)
The Bengals have won three of their last four games and the domination against Carolina just kept the streak alive. Joe Mixon had 5 touchdowns that game and the Bengals were up 35-0 at halftime. Forcing PJ Walker to throw one less interception than completions and containing the run game to just 3.5 YPC this was the biggest win of the week and the biggest for the Bengals this year.
12. Tennessee Titans (5-3)
Before the game against the Chiefs, the Titans have won their last 5 games putting them at top of the uncompetitive AFC South. They forced the Chiefs to overtime and Derrick Henry continues to do what he does best: run people over. He had 115 yards and 2 touchdowns in just 17 carries and they forced the Chiefs to overtime which is an impressive thing to do. However, the quarterback controversy still lives on and if the Titans continue to have a one-dimensional offense then I doubt I’ll be able to put them any higher.
11. New York Giants (6-2)
The New York Giants are one of the most surprising teams in the NFL but they have been more injured than ever. Sure they just went to the bye losing 13-27 to the Seattle Seahawks but they just went on a four-game winning streak some of those teams being really good. We know Brian DaBoll is amazing but the main question is can the team be good other than Saquon Barkley we haven’t been seeing any breakout player we would have seen for a team with a record like theirs.
10. Baltimore Ravens (6-3)
Beating the Saints in typical Ravens fashion. Dominate on defense, run the ball a lot and pass to tight ends. Their leading receiver is Isiah Likely the backup tight end for the Ravens who had 1 reception for 24 yards and 1 touchdown. Kenyan Drake was the workhorse that game with 24 carries 93 yards and two touchdowns. Defensively Justin Houston got 2.5 sacks and an interception.
9. Seattle Seahawks (6-3)
Seattle Seahawks are on a four-game winning streak and Geno Smith winning Offensive Player of the month their offense has been electrifying. Geno Smith had 275 yards two touchdowns and one interception and Kenneth Walker’s mid-season breakout is only making that offense better. Defensively they have been able to hold them enough for Geno to work his magic and the Seahawks have been looking amazing as of now.
8. New York Jets (6-3)
The Jets have won 5 of their last 6 and we couldn’t forget there upset with the Bills. Sauce Gardner is proving to be a potentially unanimous Defensive Rookie of the Year as he contained Stefon Diggs quite well. The Wilson-to-Wilson connection has only been getting stronger as Garrett Wilson had 8 receptions for 92 yards. They beat the Bills and thus making the AFC East a lot more competitive.
7. San Francisco 49ers (4-4)
Despite the 49ers being 4-4 they have so much potential with that offense. With Deebo gone CMC is proving to be amazing as always and is continuing to be healthy. Jimmy Garoppolo is enough for them to win and George Kittle is returning back to being a top 5 tight end in the NFL. Nick Bosa is also making his case for Defensive Player of the Year and when Deebo comes back this team can be nearly unstoppable.
6. Minnesota Vikings (7-1)
They struggled against the Commanders but they remain to keep their winning streak and bump it up to 6. Justin Jefferson continues to be the amazing receiver we all know he is with 115 yards and a touchdown and TJ Hockenson helping the offense out as Adam Thielen declines. The Vikings have proved coaching is all they needed as of right now but we need to see how they perform against another good team to properly judge them.
5. Dallas Cowboys (6-2)
They went 4-1 with Cooper Rush but Dak showed why he was better as they dropped 49 points against the Bears heading into the bye. The pass rush remains incredible as they lead the league in sacks and make the work for the secondary a little bit easier. Michael Gallup and Dalton Schultz are back along with Zeke hopefully coming back soon leading to a fully healthy and scary offense in Dallas. The defense is insane and with that offense, they will be hard to beat.
4. Miami Dolphins (6-3)
The Dolphins remained undefeated with Tua and that scary injury has yet to affect him this week as he had 302 yards and 3 touchdowns. Waddle and Hill remain the best WR duo in the league and Jeff Wilson was productive with 51 yards off 9 carries. The defense was not a disappointment. It showed how good Justin Fields’ potential is. Fields are crazy fast and as a D-Lineman it can be incredibly hard to contain him.
3. Buffalo Bills (6-2)
Yes, the Bills lost to the Jets. Stefon Diggs got locked up by Sauce. Josh Allen got contained in the passing game but the thing is: everyone has their off games. It’s hard to be perfect which is why only one team in the league right now is and no one has done it in a full season since 1972. I do think the Bills can easily bounce back but two division losses is not good, especially for the tight race in the AFC East.
2. Kansas City Chiefs (6-2)
They won in overtime in a sketchy win. They were unable to lock up Derrick Henry but they did lock up Malik Willis. It’s really hard however to have your NFL Debut as a starter in primetime against one of the best teams in the NFL. Mahomes threw the ball 68 times and had 509 total yards. Travis Kelce did amazing as usual and Juju Smith Schuster has been proving to be a solid WR1.
1. Philadelphia Eagles (8-0)
The Eagles still have yet to lose a game. Jalen Hurts is still proving to be well in the MVP Race. Everything that you thought last week about Philly still remains the same. They are still dominant. Yes, they were tied to the Texans at the half but they bounced back with a 15-3 run in the second half. Hargrave had a 3 sack game. Godert and Brown combined for 160 yards and a touchdown. The Eagles remain unstoppable and that is why they are number one this week in my Power Rankings.
Ishan Parikh
