We’re still in the offseason, so it’s time to update our 2026 NFL Power Rankings.
It’s a good idea to check in on the hierarchy of NFL teams as the playoff picture gets finalized.
With that in mind, let’s get right into my NFL Power Rankings.
2026 NFL Power Rankings
Please note that all 2026 NFL odds are courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook and are current as of Thursday, September 17.
- Buffalo Bills
- Baltimore Ravens
- Kansas City Chiefs
- San Francisco 49ers
- Los Angeles Rams
- Seattle Seahawks
- Philadelphia Eagles
- Cincinnati Bengals
- Jacksonville Jaguars
- Chicago Bears
- Houston Texans
- Pittsburgh Steelers
- Minnesota Vikings
- Denver Broncos
- New England Patriots
- Green Bay Packers
- New York Giants
- Dallas Cowboys
- Detroit Lions
- Los Angeles Chargers
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Las Vegas Raiders
- Arizona Cardinals
- Washington Commanders
- Indianapolis Colts
- New Orleans Saints
- Carolina Panthers
- New York Jets
- Atlanta Falcons
- Tennessee Titans
- Cleveland Browns
- Miami Dolphins
Chicago Bears: The Bears made one of the biggest statements of Week 1, exploding for 59 points and 552 total yards against Carolina. Caleb Williams looked completely comfortable in Year 2 of Ben Johnson’s offense, while D’Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai both topped 100 rushing yards. Chicago’s defense still has questions after allowing 37 points, but this suddenly looks like one of the NFL’s most explosive offenses.
New York Giants: The Giants looked much sharper than expected in their 28-20 win over Dallas. Jaxson Dart threw three touchdowns without an interception, Malik Nabers made an immediate impact in his return, and Cam Skattebo helped give the offense balance on the ground. There were still some sloppy moments, but New York looked much more dangerous under John Harbaugh than it did last season.
