Week 9 NFL Power Rankings
Week 9 NFL Power Rankings
There are no undefeated NFL teams as of November 1. Sunday’s Week 8 action saw the Minnesota Vikings go down against the Detroit Lions, while the Cincinnati Bengals and Dallas Cowboys went to overtime against the Tennessee Titans and Arizona Cardinals. Meanwhile, the Baltimore Ravens (4-4) are in serious trouble after another Lamar Jackson injury. Chaos is here.
Let’s dive into our Week 9 NFL power rankings. As always, we’ll provide updates after Sunday Night Football (Philadelphia Eagles vs Chicago Bears) and Monday Night Football (Chicago Bears vs Seattle Seahawks).
1. Buffalo Bills (1)
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Nov 1, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills running back James Cook III (4) scores a touchdown during the third quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at New Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images
The Buffalo Bills weren’t ever really tested on Sunday after the Lamar Jackson injury. Fans did get to see Josh Allen set the franchise’s all-time touchdown record and become the NFL’s career leader in rushing touchdowns for a quarterback. It’s hard to put too much stock in anything else that happened, but that also means not overreacting to the Bills offense going 4-for-14 on third down. What feels most important for Buffalo (6-1) is that it now feels more squarely in the driver’s seat for the AFC’s No. 1 seed and that coveted first-round bye.
2. San Francisco 49ers (2)
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Oct 25, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan watches his players warm up before their game against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
The San Francisco 49ers (6-1) should be feeling good coming out of the bye. When this team returns to the field in Week 9 against Las Vegas, they could have Deebo Samuel, Mike Evans, and Christian McCaffrey back as part of Kyle Shanahan’s offense. Meanwhile, Raheem Morris will have a new-look defensive line featuring DeForest Buckner and a potentially healthy Nick Bosa. San Francisco has already been a great football team amid a ton of injuries, and the arrow is pointing upward after a well-timed rest period.
3. Detroit Lions (4)
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Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0) reacts after getting a first down, during the second half of the NFL game at Ford Field in Detroit, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026.
Taking down the only undefeated team left remaining has to carry some real weight. The Detroit Lions offense wasn’t perfect on Sunday, but putting up 384 total yards against Minnesota and 13 points in the second half matters. Equally important, Detroit’s defense seems to have turned a corner from one of the worst units in football to being around below-average. This is a big win for Detroit (5-2), but there is some worry about how this team moves forward after Jack Campbell was taken off the field on a backboard with a terrifying injury.
4. Chicago Bears (7)
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Sep 21, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson talks with quarterback Caleb Williams (18) against the Dallas Cowboys during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
The Chicago Bears are all-in. Did Ryan Poles overpay a bit with the Jeffery Simmons trade? Perhaps. What that move does accomplish, however, is provide Dennis Allen’s defense with the thing it needed the most, which can elevate that unit to another level. So, combine an elite offense with an above-average defense and you have a bona fide Super Bowl contender that can beat anyone in the NFL.
5. Denver Broncos (8)
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Nov 1, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos running back Jonah Coleman (20) on the field prior to a game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
The Denver Broncos have their running back. Jonah Coleman’s 51-yard catch-and-run that set up his go-ahead touchdown came just a week after his breakout game. Denver needed someone to provide a spark offensively, and the rookie has done it, putting this unit on his back and delivering a monumental win over the Broncos’ biggest rival. We still have some trepidation with Denver because of Bo Nix, but this defense and the rookie running back are going to keep delivering wins.
6. Seattle Seahawks (5)
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Sep 20, 2026; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Seattle Seahawks running back Jadarian Price (8) runs with the ball in the second half against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
This week could be game-changing for the Seattle Seahawks‘ rushing attack. It started early in Week 8 with the acquisition of left guard Quenton Nelson, plugging a massive hole that had plagued the interior of this offensive line. Seattle is also welcoming back running backs Jadarian Price and Zach Charbonnet on Monday Night Football, so this could once again be the well-balanced offense that we saw in the second half of last season. What prevents Seattle from being viewed as one of the five best NFL teams right now? Sam Darnold.
7. Minnesota Vikings (4)
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Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray (1) runs fr yards before being pushed out of bounds by Detroit Lions edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson (97), during the second half of the NFL game at Ford Field in Detroit, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026.
That feels like a loss that convinces the Minnesota Vikings front office to make an offer that convinces Indianapolis to trade Jonathan Taylor. Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason combined for just 42 rushing yards on 15 carries Sunday, and the inability to run the football effectively played a major role in an offense that went 3-for-10 on third down and reached the red zone just twice on 11 drives. Until that top-flight running back is acquired, the Vikings drop a tier among the best NFL teams right now.
8. Kansas City Chiefs (3)
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Nov 1, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Emmett Johnson (10) reacts with teammates after scoring a touchdown against the Denver Broncos during the second quarter at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
Patrick Mahomes had a chance to win it and put this team back atop the AFC. Three plays from the 1-yard line, all the Kansas City Chiefs needed was someone to step up. Instead, nothing came open on first down, Kenneth Walker got stuffed on 2nd-and-goal, and then a false start wiped out the potential game-winning touchdown before Mahomes took a sack on the final play. The Chiefs offensive line looks like an even bigger issue than the receiving corps.
9. Jacksonville Jaguars (10)
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Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) makes a post after an NFL football matchup at EverBank Stadium, Sunday, November, 1, 2026, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Jaguars won 42-7. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
The Jacksonville Jaguars absolutely decimated a team that waved the white flag on its season before Week 8. You know it’s a blowout when an NFL team puts in its backups, as we saw on Sunday in Jacksonville with Quinn Ewers and Ameer Abdullah getting extensive playing time. There’s nothing critical to take away from this win, but the Jaguars (5-2) will happily take the victory in what almost felt like a second consecutive bye week. While the turnaround in Week 9 is short, the Jaguars are facing a Ravens offense that might be starting a third-string quarterback on Thursday Night Football.
10. Cincinnati Bengals (9)
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Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) throws on the run in the first quarter of the NFL Week 8 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Tennessee Titans at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026.
The Cincinnati Bengals tried to give that game away, turning it over four times and allowing 440 total yards and 36 points. Thankfully for Joe Burrow and Co., they were hosting one of the worst NFL teams in 2026. Getting that win means the Bengals (5-2) are just a single win behind the Steelers for first in the AFC North. While we came out of Sunday with more uncertainty about the Bengals’ chances of making a deep playoff run, this still looks like the best team in the division.
11. New England Patriots (11)
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Nov 1, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) throws a pass during the first quarter against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images
It certainly felt uncomfortable at times for the New England Patriots on Sunday, but that’s another victory for Drake Maye and Co. without A.J. Brown. Maye did enough with his arm and legs, along with two big touchdowns from DeMario Douglas and Kyle Williams, for this Patriots offense to get by in Week 8. Things will be much tougher for New England (5-3) next week against Green Bay, especially if Brown is out.
12. Los Angeles Rams (12)
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Nov 1, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams running back Blake Corum (24) rushes the ball past the Los Angeles Chargers in the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
The Los Angeles Rams won by 15 points on Sunday at home, but Sean McVay will see plenty of areas to improve. After all, the Rams offense going just 3-for-11 on third down and mustering up just 152 net passing yards isn’t often going to be a recipe for victories unless you’re playing a bad team. What matters now is that Los Angeles is back to .500 and it can keep this winning streak going in the weeks to come with the Commanders and Cardinals up next on the schedule. Granted, as we saw once again this week, that Arizona game isn’t a given.
13. Pittsburgh Steelers (17)
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren (30) reacts after scoring a touchdown during the third quarter of an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
The Pittsburgh Steelers‘ route to 6-2, being carried by running back Jaylen Warren and an excellent defense, isn’t going to work against everyone. It is, however, more than enough for Pittsburgh to beat the teams it should, and in a season where there are a lot of mediocre football teams, a winning record is going to happen. The second half of the Steelers schedule features the Ravens (without Lamar Jackson), Eagles (without Jalen Hurts), the Titans, and the Panthers. What Pittsburgh is doing can work against those clubs, and that would mean double-digit wins for Aaron Rodgers and Mike McCarthy in 2026.
14. Green Bay Packers (14)
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Oct 29, 2026; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) reacts against the Carolina Panthers in the second half at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
We’ll start with the good news for the Green Bay Packers. Without Micah Parsons, they are 5-3 and squarely in the mix for a playoff spot in the NFC with Jordan Love playing at an incredibly high level. Love performing like this is all the more impressive considering the Packers have by far the worst rushing offense in the NFL and they lead the league in drops by a significant margin. It’s that complete absence of a consistent ground game (60.6 rushing yards per game and 2.9 yards per carry) that raises significant skepticism regarding Green Bay’s ability to come out of this upcoming three-game stretch (Patriots, Vikings, and Rams) with a winning record.
15. New York Giants (19)
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Oct 18, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh talks on his headset against the New Orleans Saints during the fourth quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
The New York Giants clearly smell blood in the water in the NFC East. During the Week 8 bye, NFL rumors surfaced that New York is interested in All-Pro running back Jonathan Taylor, and head coach John Harbaugh personally made a push to acquire Jeffery Simmons. It’s hard to blame the organization for thinking aggressively. The Giants coaching staff has done an outstanding job turning around the young careers of J.J. McCarthy, Deonte Banks, and maximizing tight end Isaiah Likely. New York has two winnable games (at Eagles and vs. Commanders) coming up, which makes a 6-2-1 mark very achievable and this now looks like the team to beat in the East.
16. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (23)
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Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) calls the snap count from shotgun formation against the Atlanta Falcons during the third quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
In this two-game win streak for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Baker Mayfield has gone 7-for-14 with 64 passing yards and the team has a +46 point differential. No one would call Tampa Bay an elite team, but it has suddenly put itself right back in the hunt for the NFC South. Yes, that’s even factoring in the risk of potential back-to-back losses against the Bears (Sunday Night Football) and Lions (Nov. 22). Todd Bowles is sticking around for the rest of the season and, quite frankly, the Buccaneers should now be co-favorites to win the South.
17. Atlanta Falcons (13)
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Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) hands the ball to running back Bijan Robinson (7) against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Let that performance from Michael Penix Jr. (4 interceptions and 125 net passing yards on 24 dropbacks) be a reminder of why he isn’t the long-term quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons. We can acknowledge miserable weather in Tampa Bay played a huge role in the Falcons’ offense struggling. Unfortunately for Atlanta, its next four games come against the Bengals, Chiefs, Vikings, and Lions. Going from 3-4 to 3-8 in just over a month seems realistic.
18. Cleveland Browns (16)
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Nov 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90) sacks Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) during the second quarter of an NFL game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Two steps forward, one step back for the Cleveland Browns. After close wins over Baltimore and Tennessee, Cleveland got its doors blown off in Pittsburgh in a rematch against the Steelers. Really, outside of Harold Fannin Jr., this looked like the Browns offense that everyone expected to see in 2026. It’s also pretty apparent that Cleveland is incapable of stopping the run. The Browns do, however, have a tendency to beat bad teams, so perhaps they win in New Orleans next week to stay multiple games above .500.
19. Las Vegas Raiders (21)
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Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) gets a pass off as the New York Jets play Las Vegas Raiders in a week 8 NFL football game at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, in East Rutherford, NJ.
Needless to say, the Las Vegas Raiders (4-4) are going to stick to their long-term approach with Fernando Mendoza. Kirk Cousins certainly hadn’t been the problem during the four-game losing streak, but he is the reason (247 passing yards, 4 total touchdowns, and an 89.2 ESPN QBR) it came to an end on Sunday. Las Vegas can enjoy this one on its flight home, because a three-game losing streak (at 49ers, vs. Seahawks, and at Broncos) feels unavoidable.
20. Dallas Cowboys (18)
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Nov 1, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones walks the field during warms ups prior to a game against the Arizona Cardinals at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Truly an embarrassing loss at AT&T Stadium for the Dallas Cowboys. We know this team’s history of issues with Arizona, but allowing 20 points in the fourth quarter and then losing in overtime is unacceptable. The Cowboys offense (37.5 percent third-down conversion rate and 20.1 yards per drive) laid an egg again, and this defense reverted to the league-worst form that we’ve witnessed for most of the year. Dallas has to be headed for another overhaul of this coaching staff, albeit not until after it misses the playoffs again.
21. Carolina Panthers (20)
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Oct 29, 2026; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Karl Brooks (94) pressures Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young (9) during their football game at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Wm. Glasheen USA Today Network via IMAGN Images
It’s all fallen apart so quickly for the Carolina Panthers. Just a few weeks ago, they sat atop the NFC South after winning three of their last four games. Unfortunately, the Panthers offensive line has been decimated by injuries (Ikem Ekwonu, Brady Christensen, Damien Lewis, and Taylor Moton), and quarterback Bryce Young is seeing ghosts. To make matters worse, Carolina is now forced to start backups in the secondary and at edge rusher because of injuries on that side of the football. It’s not going to get any easier in Week 9 against Denver, with three consecutive losses and a 3-5 record feeling imminent.
22. Baltimore Ravens (15)
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Nov 1, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) warms up before the game against the Buffalo Bills at New Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images
The Baltimore Ravens finally get Lamar Jackson back and he potentially suffers a season-ending injury, at a minimum requiring an IR stint, on his first play of Week 8. To make matters worse for Baltimore, backup Snoop Huntley later exited with a toe injury. The Ravens have now lost three consecutive games and, given how bad this offense has looked with its backup quarterbacks, it will be four in a row after facing the Jaguars on Thursday. On the verge of a 4-5 record, the Ravens haven’t hit rock bottom yet, but it’s within range.
23. Arizona Cardinals (25)
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Nov 1, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Gardner Minshew II (15) celebrates with teammates after throwing a touchdown pass against the Dallas Cowboys during the fourth quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Minshew Mania is back. Will it last? No, not a chance. It also still stings to see rookie running back Jeremiyah Love go down with an ankle injury for the third time this year. What the Arizona Cardinals (3-5) can feel great about is the fact that first-year head coach Mike LaFleur has delivered wins over the Chargers, Rams, and Cowboys this season, with the latest the result of an incredible fourth-quarter comeback. If nothing else, the fan base and front office have to feel great about the young coach leading this team into the future.
24. Houston Texans (22)
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Oct 25, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) jogs off the field after a play during the third quarter against the New York Giants at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
The Houston Texans (2-5) cost themselves dearly before the bye with that loss to New York. It’s especially impactful because the upcoming Texans schedule—at Chargers, at Browns, and vs. Colts—is very winnable and could easily thrust them back into the mix for a Wild Card spot in the AFC. Naturally, it’s tough to trust Houston to win three consecutive games considering it has the fourth-worst rushing offense in the NFL (84.7 rush ypg) and its defense is inexplicably allowing 2.29 points per drive (21st). It’s a shame because C.J. Stroud has rebounded this year and looks like a top-10 quarterback again.
25. Philadelphia Eagles (24)
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Oct 26, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (26) looks on from the sideline during the third quarter Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
It feels like the worst thing that could happen for the Philadelphia Eagles‘ long-term future would be a victory on Sunday Night Football. A victory keeps them within striking distance of an awful NFC East and may convince Howie Roseman to pull off a balancing act between buying and selling at the NFL trade deadline. What this Eagles roster needs is the reset button to be hit, with Roseman flipping the likes of Saquon Barkley, Dontayvion Wicks, Dallas Goedert, Landon Dickerson, Moro Ojomo, and Riq Woolen for draft picks. Will that happen? We will find out in the next few weeks.
26. New Orleans Saints (27)
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Oct 25, 2026; Paris, FRA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough (6) and head coach Kellen Moore on the sidelines during the second quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Stade de France Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
The New Orleans Saints are in a fascinating spot coming out of the bye. Sitting at 2-5, a case could be made for the team to operate as sellers at the NFL trade deadline, but there are jobs on the line. Quarterback Tyler Shough is fighting to prove he should be the long-term starter and, given comments by ownership, head coach Kellen Moore’s job isn’t entirely secure. With Jordyn Tyson and Travis Etienne nearing a return, perhaps a win next Sunday against Cleveland suddenly puts contention in the NFC South back on the table.
27. Washington Commanders (28)
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Oct 19, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) looks to pass during the fourth quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images
Here’s where things stand for the Washington Commanders entering their Sunday Night Football matchup in Week 8. Jayden Daniels is still showing those same flashes that made him a superstar as a rookie, but he’s being asked to carry far too much weight for an offense that has Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Terry McLaurin and Laremy Tunsil on injured reserve. Meanwhile, the Commanders front office just saw a top potential trade chip (Daron Payne) go down with a season-ending injury and there’s no one on this Commanders coaching staff who seems worth keeping around in 2027. Despite all that, Daniels and rookie linebacker Sonny Styles might still beat the Eagles on Sunday night.
28. Tennessee Titans (32)
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Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward (1) runs the ball during the 1st quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on November 1, 2026.
The Tennessee Titans (1-7) didn’t get the win on Sunday, but the franchise has to feel great about this career-best performance from Cam Ward. Making it to overtime did have a lot more to do with the Bengals’ turnovers than the Titans getting better. With that said, this week feels like a moral victory given Ward’s performance and the fact that Tennessee’s front office picked up a pair of first-round picks in exchange for Jeffery Simmons.
29. Miami Dolphins (29)
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Nov 1, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis (2) hands off the ball to Miami Dolphins running back Ollie Gordon II (0) during the third quarter against the New England Patriotsat Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images
Back to reality for the Miami Dolphins. Jeff Hafley’s young club did at least play competitively in the first half, leading 13-3 over the Patriots. It eventually became evident what dire straits this Dolphins roster is in, with New England taking complete control in the second half and the Dolphins offense unable to do anything until the late touchdown pass that made it a one-score game. It’s another loss for the Dolphins (1-6), but we continue to feel great about the culture Hafley is building, and the players clearly seem bought-in on his vision.
30. New York Jets (30)
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Nov 1, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn during the second half against the Las Vegas Raiders at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
The New York Jets can again feel pretty good about their future offensively with Braelon Allen (153 scrimmage yards and one touchdown), Adonai Mitchell (142 receiving yards and one touchdown), Garrett Wilson (83 yards on six receptions), and Omar Cooper Jr. Sunday did, of course, provide another example of why Aaron Glenn won’t last here until 2027.
31. Los Angeles Chargers (31)
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Nov 1, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams linebacker Wesley Bailey (47) sacks Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) in the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
The Los Angeles Chargers (0-7) have scored nine touchdowns this season. Even the Dolphins and Titans have found the end zone more frequently than that. We don’t think that Mike McDaniel is a bad play-caller, but the fit with Justin Herbert has been an all-time failure and something has to change. Speaking of, the Chargers front office needs a wake-up call after Sunday, and it should hopefully realize it needs to be a seller at the NFL trade deadline.
32. Indianapolis Colts (26)
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Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) is tackled by Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Josh Hines-Allen (41) during the second quarter of an an NFL football matchup at EverBank Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, in Jacksonville, Fla. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]
The Indianapolis Colts are the worst NFL team right now. Throw the record out of the conversation, this front office is clearly going to be tearing the roster down before the NFL trade deadline and the locker room knows it. Jonathan Taylor is getting traded, Josh Downs is a goner, and others will likely follow them out of Indiana. We’d be shocked if the Colts win another game this season.