The Kansas Metropolis Chiefs and Minnesota Vikings remained undefeated due to their bye week, however it didn’t stop just a few of the opposite groups within the NFL from separating themselves.
The Detroit Lions, Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans picked up key wins and spherical out the highest 5 of this week’s NFL energy rankings. The Lions clobbered the Dallas Cowboys, the Ravens defeated the Washington Commanders and the Texans barnstormed the New England Patriots.
The remainder of the league remains to be attempting to determine its place after the highest 5.
Wanting on the backside, the race for the No. 1 decide appears to be between a handful of groups as properly.
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1. Kansas Metropolis Chiefs (5-0)
Kansas Metropolis Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes fist-bumps followers as he heads off the sector following an NFL soccer recreation towards the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif. The Chiefs received 17-10. (AP Picture/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
The worst statistical stretch of Patrick Mahomes’ profession was rewarded with a 5-0 report and an early bye week to relaxation and are available again higher. The league, particularly the 5 groups Kansas Metropolis has performed to date, blew a window of Mahomes mediocrity to bury the Chiefs. Now there is no assure he’ll proceed to present different groups these alternatives in a marketing campaign for NFL historical past.
Final week: 1
2. Minnesota Vikings (5-0)
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold is launched earlier than an NFL soccer recreation towards the New York Jets, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. (AP Picture/Ian Walton)
It’s nonetheless tough to think about that the Vikings, led by Sam Darnold, are among the many high groups within the league, even with an undefeated report. They’ve an enormous take a look at on Sunday towards the Lions, and we’re going to be taught lots about this crew in that matchup.
Final week: 2
3. Detroit Lions (4-1)
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) celebrates after David Montgomery scored a landing towards the Dallas Cowboys within the first half of an NFL soccer recreation in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Picture/LM Otero)
Dropping Aidan Hutchinson was a large blow for the Lions, however there’s no motive proper now to not name them the highest crew within the NFC. The show they placed on towards the Dallas Cowboys cemented their place among the many league’s elite.
Final week: 4
4. Baltimore Ravens (4-2)
Baltimore Ravens working again Derrick Henry (22) celebrates after scoring in the course of the first half of an NFL soccer recreation towards the Washington Commanders on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Picture/Nick Wass)
One other week, one other week when Derrick Henry finds the top zone. Henry ran wild all around the Commanders, speeding for 132 yards and two touchdowns, whereas large receiver Zay Flowers had a career-high 132 yards receiving within the win. The Ravens protection did a superb job containing the explosive Jayden Daniels and the Commanders offense. Most significantly, the Ravens had been capable of put this recreation away on the finish of the fourth quarter, one thing they’ve struggled to do for a few seasons now.
Final week: 5
5. Houston Texans (5-1)
Houston Texans working again Joe Mixon (28) celebrates after his landing with large receiver Stefon Diggs (1) and heart Juice Scruggs (70) in the course of the second half of an NFL soccer recreation towards the New England Patriots, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Picture/Steven Senne)
C.J. Stroud and firm did an excellent job placing the Patriots behind them – no Nico Collins, no downside. The Texans are probably the greatest groups within the AFC and consistency can be key transferring ahead.
Final week: 3
6. Buffalo Payments (4-2)
Buffalo Payments quarterback Josh Allen (17) celebrates after throwing a landing cross to tight finish Dawson Knox (88) in the course of the first half of an NFL soccer recreation towards the New York Jets in East Rutherford, N.J., Monday, Oct. 14, 2024. (AP Picture/Adam Starvation)
Buffalo is the category of its division with out query however has struggled with consistency by means of the primary six weeks. Loads of time for Josh Allen and Co. to get that discovered although.
Final week: 7
7. Inexperienced Bay Packers (4-2)
Inexperienced Bay Packers large receiver Romeo Doubs (87) celebrates his 20-yard cross reception for a landing with large receivers Christian Watson (9) and Jayden Reed (11) in the course of the second half of an NFL soccer recreation towards the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Inexperienced Bay. (AP Picture/Matt Ludtke)
The Packers had no hassle dismantling the Arizona Cardinals and look like again on observe after just a few ho-hum begins from Jordan Love in his return from harm. They’ve a giant recreation this week towards Houston, although, so we’ll have a greater concept how good this crew actually is after Week 7.
Final week: 8
8. Atlanta Falcons (4-2)
Atlanta Falcons working again Bijan Robinson (7) celebrates after working in a landing within the first half of an NFL soccer recreation towards the Carolina Panthers in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Picture/Jacob Kupferman)
After enjoying nail-biters in 4 of their first 5 video games this season, the Falcons had been lastly capable of put a crew away within the second half. Atlanta maintained a lead for the whole thing of the fourth quarter of final week’s recreation towards the NFC South division rival Carolina Panthers, largely due to the run recreation. Operating backs Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier rushed for a mixed 200 yards, and accounted for a complete of three touchdowns on the day. Nonetheless, the dearth of a cross rush continues to be a obvious concern for the Falcons.
Final week: 9
9. Washington Commanders (4-2)
Washington Commanders large receiver Terry McLaurin (17) celebrates after catching a six-yard landing cross from quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) in the course of the second half of an NFL soccer recreation towards the Ravens on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Picture/Stephanie Scarbrough)
There aren’t any ethical victories within the NFL however this membership got here shut in taking the Ravens, which had been within the AFC Championship recreation final season and appear pointed for a potential return journey, to the ultimate quarter. Oh, and quarterback Jayden Daniels is the Offensive Rookie of the 12 months favourite now.
Final week: 6
10. San Francisco 49ers (3-3)
San Francisco 49ers’ George Kittle (85) reacts after a landing towards the Seattle Seahawks, Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, in Seattle. (AP Picture/Lindsey Wasson)
San Francisco did what they needed to do towards a suspect Seattle crew whose struggles are paramount. George Kittle has dominated the stat sheet, and though Jordan Mason acquired harm, it’s clear Isaac Guerrendo can slot in fairly properly. That is nonetheless their division.
Final week: 12
11. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-2)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers large receiver Chris Godwin, center, is congratulated by quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) and large receiver Sterling Shepard (17) after scoring towards the New Orleans Saints in the course of the first half of an NFL soccer recreation in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Picture/Butch Dill)
Baker Mayfield’s performances this season have made him a legit NFL MVP candidate. Though Mayfield threw three interceptions within the first half in a recreation towards the New Orleans Saints, he ultimately settled down and completed the day with 4 touchdowns. The Buccaneers’ 51-27 rout of the shorthanded Saints improved Tampa Bay’s report to 4-2. With every passing week, it’s turning into clearer that the NFC South will possible be a two-team race, with the Buccaneers and Falcons vying for the division’s high spot.
Final week: 11
12. Pittsburgh Steelers (4-2)
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields (2) runs for a landing towards the Las Vegas Raiders in the course of the second half of an NFL soccer recreation in Las Vegas, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Picture/David Becker)
The Steelers went throughout the nation and took care of enterprise towards the Las Vegas Raiders. The Steelers protection stifled the Raiders offense, whereas the Steelers offense ran wild. Najee Harris ran for over 106 yards and a landing, and Justin Fields added two touchdowns on the bottom himself. Regardless of main the Steelers to a 4-2 report, Mike Tomlin is likely to be trying to make a quarterback change to Russell Wilson for his or her recreation towards the Jets subsequent week.
Final week: 13
13. Chicago Bears (4-2)
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) reacts as he leaves the sector after an NFL soccer recreation at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Picture/Alastair Grant)
The Bears maintain caring for enterprise towards their weak early season schedule and Caleb Williams continues to get increasingly comfy working the offense. Chicago is off this week earlier than a juicy matchup towards the Washington Commanders, a showdown between the No. 1 and No. 2 general picks on this yr’s NFL Draft.
Final week: 16
14. Philadelphia Eagles (3-2)
Philadelphia Eagles large receiver A.J. Brown (11) scores a landing in entrance of Cleveland Browns cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. (23) in the course of the first half of an NFL soccer recreation on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Picture/Matt Rourke)
The return of A.J. Brown after a month-long absence was felt due to his manufacturing and the boldness he provides to the sideline. Coach Nick Sirianni has to harness his feelings a bit bit.
Final week: 14
15. Los Angeles Chargers (3-2)
Los Angeles Chargers working again J.Okay. Dobbins (27) runs with the soccer in the course of the first half of an NFL soccer recreation towards the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Denver. (AP Picture/Geneva Heffernan)
Even when Jim Harbaugh has a near-medical emergency, he can nonetheless coach his tail off. The Chargers got here up with a strong, gritty win towards a Denver crew that had momentum and held off a possible demotion behind a crew that was anticipated to be a lot worse.
Final week: 19
16. Seattle Seahawks (3-3)
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith walks off the sector in the course of the first half of an NFL soccer recreation towards the San Francisco 49ers, Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, in Seattle. (AP Picture/Lindsey Wasson)
That loss to the Giants goes to be the killer on their schedule. Issues usually are not getting any simpler, as they’re in Atlanta this weekend after which host a Payments crew that now has Amari Cooper. They’ve to separate the subsequent two in the event that they need to be a contender.
Final week: 15
17. Dallas Cowboys (3-3)
Nicely, that blowout loss at residence to the Lions was an eye-opener in that it suggests this isn’t a crew maximizing expertise or enjoying collectively. And what’s up with the shortcoming to win at residence?
Final week: 10
18. Cincinnati Bengals (2-4)
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, left, celebrates scoring a landing with tight finish Mike Gesicki (88) in the course of the first half of an NFL soccer recreation towards the New York Giants, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Picture/Frank Franklin II)
It wasn’t fairly, however the Bengals acquired the job carried out. The Bengals completely needed to beat the Giants to maintain any hopes of creating the playoffs alive, they usually did. Joe Burrow was largely held in test by the Giants protection, sans his lengthy landing run within the first quarter. For the primary time this season, the Bengals performed a powerful defensive recreation. Daniel Jones and the Giants offense struggled to get something going, scoring simply seven factors.
Final week: 21
19. Indianapolis Colts (3-3)
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Joe Flacco throws in the course of the first half of an NFL soccer recreation towards the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Picture/John Amis)
The Joe Flacco-led Colts look precisely like a 3-3 crew that’s lacking their beginning quarterback – a bit misplaced and narrowly getting previous unhealthy groups. Indianapolis can be higher when Anthony Richardson will get again to full well being – however when will that be?
Final week: 24
20. Denver Broncos (3-3)
Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix heads off the sector after an NFL soccer recreation towards the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Denver. (AP Picture/Geneva Heffernan)
Denver had momentum with three straight wins, however it wasn’t a real reflection of the place they’re. Bo Nix places a ceiling on this crew, at the least as a rookie.
Final week: 17
21. Arizona Cardinals (2-4)
Inexperienced Bay Packers security Evan Williams (33) stops Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray in the course of the first half of an NFL soccer recreation, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Inexperienced Bay. (AP Picture/Morry Gash)
Simply while you thought the Cardinals may shock folks, their offense put up a dud in Inexperienced Bay whereas the protection was Swiss cheese. They’re very inconsistent, and Marvin Harrison Jr.’s harm doesn’t assist the trigger.
Final week: 20
22. New Orleans Saints (2-4)
New Orleans Saints quarterback Spencer Rattler (18) passes towards the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the course of the first half of an NFL soccer recreation in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Picture/Michael Conroy)
Rookie Spencer Rattler was thrown into the fray after veteran beginning quarterback Derek Carr was compelled to the sideline with an indirect harm. Rattler did present some poise within the second quarter after the Saints fell right into a 17-0 gap within the recreation. Nonetheless, a pair of second-half interceptions didn’t assist issues for New Orleans. Even when Carr does return to the beginning lineup, the Saints will nonetheless want to repair just a few areas on the defensive aspect of the ball in the event that they need to be aggressive this season.
Final week: 18
23. New York Jets (2-4)
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) warms up earlier than an NFL soccer recreation towards the Buffalo Payments in East Rutherford, N.J., Monday, Oct. 14, 2024. (AP Picture/Pamela Smith)
Cause for optimism in Florham Park? A 3-point loss to Buffalo that simply may have been a win and the arrival of Davante Adams. Cause for pessimism? Aaron Rodgers can’t proceed to get hit as a lot as he did on Monday night time.
Final week: 22
24. Miami Dolphins (2-3)
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa talks on the sidelines in the course of the second half of an NFL soccer recreation towards the Tennessee Titans, Monday, Sept. 30, 2024, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Picture/Rebecca Blackwell)
Tua Tagovailoa is eligible to return to follow subsequent week. Will Miami be 3-3 then? It’s potential, with a winnable matchup towards the Colts on Sunday.
Final week: 27
25. Los Angeles Rams (1-4)
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws a cross in the course of the first half of an NFL soccer recreation towards the Inexperienced Bay Packers on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Picture/Ryan Solar)
Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp are nearly right here. They wanted that bye week badly, they usually’re getting a mushy touchdown by internet hosting the Raiders who simply despatched away Davante Adams. Win this weekend, and you’re proper again within the fold.
Final week: 25
26. New York Giants (2-4)
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) escapes from Cincinnati Bengals defensive finish Isaiah Thomas (51) in the course of the first half of an NFL soccer recreation, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Picture/Seth Wenig)
The progress they made, particularly on offense, the previous few weeks was fleeting. The offense took a step again in a disappointing outing at residence towards the Bengals and the kicking of Greg Joseph undoubtedly is an issue.
Final week: 23
27. Las Vegas Raiders (2-4)
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O’Connell (12) passes the ball in the course of the first half of an NFL soccer recreation towards the Pittsburgh Steelers in Las Vegas, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Picture/David Becker)
The Davante Adams commerce makes the Raiders much more than what they had been – a crew that sits across the backside tier of the league from a roster and perspective, and perhaps teaching, too. The Adams commerce makes the roster worse, and does not replicate properly on the teaching’s skill to maintain star gamers targeted and motivated.
Final week: 26
28. Tennessee Titans (1-4)
Tennessee Titans working again Tony Pollard (20) is tackled by Indianapolis Colts’ Zaire Franklin (44) in the course of the second half of an NFL soccer recreation, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Picture/George Walker IV)
The Titans appear to be imploding proper in entrance of everybody. The protection allowed 10 factors within the fourth quarter to the Joe Flacco-led Colts. Will Levis couldn’t do sufficient to get the offense going. In the meantime, Calvin Ridley is complaining about targets.
Final week: 19
29. Jacksonville Jaguars (1-5)
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) leaves the sector after an NFL soccer recreation at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Picture/Ian Walton)
Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars didn’t do sufficient to win in London towards the Chicago Bears. In actual fact, they made the NFC North crew look fairly good. Jacksonville has quite a lot of points and none of them are going to be fastened within the brief time period.
Final week: 28
30. Cleveland Browns (1-5)
Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Nolan Smith Jr. (3) brings down Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) in the course of the second half of an NFL soccer recreation on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Picture/Matt Rourke)
At what level do the Browns make the quarterback change? One other week when the Deshaun Watson-led offense seemed lifeless. The Browns protection and particular groups gave the crew each probability to beat a weak Eagles crew, however they didn’t get sufficient from the offense. To make issues worse for a struggling Browns offense, high large receiver Amari Cooper was traded to the Payments because the Browns are already beginning to construct for the longer term.
Final week: 30
31. New England Patriots (1-5)
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye passes the ball in the course of the second half of an NFL soccer recreation towards the Houston Texans, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Picture/Steven Senne)
The Pats have allowed the second-most sacks of any NFL crew. If Drake Maye has any probability of success, the offensive line goes to wish to enhance.
Final week: 31
32. Carolina Panthers (1-5)
Carolina Panthers quarterback Andy Dalton (14) units again to cross the ball within the first half of an NFL soccer recreation towards the Atlanta Falcons in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. (AP Picture/Jacob Kupferman)
Andy Dalton has been across the NFL for fairly a while now. This previous Sunday, he confirmed as soon as once more why he possible provides the crew a greater probability at being at the least considerably aggressive. Which implies second-year quarterback Bryce Younger will proceed to sit down on the bench — at the least in the interim. However with the Panthers having only one win after six video games, the franchise might want to resolve if getting Younger again on the sector in some unspecified time in the future will in the end be useful because it pertains to his improvement. Carolina may in the end be prepared to maneuver on from the No. 1 decide after lower than two seasons, however this season has turned to determining the crew’s long-term plan.
Final week: 32
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