NFL Power Rankings | Week 1 2024

Week 17 has concluded.

There are some interesting end-of-year storylines to take into account, so if you’re interested in some Super Bowl plays, head on over to our Super Bowl odds.

Here are my NFL power rankings for Week 18.

2024 NFL Power Rankings

Please note that all 2024 NFL odds are courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook and are current as of Monday, July 15 at 5 p.m. ET.

32. New England Patriots

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+25000)

The Patriots are in a rebuilding year with a new era ushered in by head coach Jerrod Mayo and rookie quarterback Drake Maye. This team has the lowest win total (4.5) for good reason. It’s going to take some time to get back on track in New England.

31. Denver Broncos

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+30000)

The Broncos are higher than the Patriots because they have an experienced head coach in Sean Payton. Perhaps this offense will look better with a quarterback that is a better fit for Payton’s scheme in rookie Bo Nix.

30. Carolina Panthers

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+25000)

Look for a much better season in Year 2 for Bryce Young, as he now has a legit top target in Diontae Johnson along with a quarterback-whisperer in head coach Dave Canales. The former Bucs’ offensive coordinator helped guide Baker Mayfield to a career year.

29. Minnesota Vikings

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+8000)

This year is about developing rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy for the Vikings. I get the feeling that they’ll be worse than expected, especially with Sam Darnold under center in the early going. This defense probably overachieved last year and now lost Danielle Hunter.

28. New York Giants

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+15000)

The Giants likely aren’t as bad as they looked last year. Let’s not forget that they’re one year removed from a playoff appearance. With that said, while Daniel Jones should be helped by a stud rookie wideout in Malik Nabers, it’s hard to rank the G-Men any higher than this.

27. Tennessee Titans

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+15000)

The Titans had a terrific offseason, bringing in Calvin Ridley, Tony Pollard, and L’Jarius Sneed. I like how they’re surrounding Will Levis with a lot of talent to put him in a position to succeed. However, it’s tough to see much more than six wins from a roster that is still underwhelming.

26. Washington Commanders

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+12000)

The Commanders are on the right track with Jayden Daniels under center, but this roster is still littered with holes and question marks. I could see a surprising eight-win season at best, but it’s tough to see a scenario where the Commanders make the playoffs.

25. Las Vegas Raiders

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+10000)

The Raiders have a low-key good collection of weapons on offense with Brock Bowers joining Davante Adams and Jakobi Meyers. The defensive line is dangerous with Maxx Crosby and now Christian Wilkins. This team is likely held back by quarterback play with Aidan O’Connell and Gardner Minshew.

24. Arizona Cardinals

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+10000)

You have to love bringing in Marvin Harrison Jr. to go along with Trey McBride, but there are still holes throughout this Cardinals roster, especially on defense. Kyler Murray will need to be at top form to get Arizona back in the playoffs this season.

23. New Orleans Saints

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+10000)

The Saints are stuck in the middle, good enough to win eight games but not bad enough to get a higher draft pick. I’m expecting a big season from Chris Olave now that New Orleans has a new offensive coordinator in Klint Kubiak. The Saints will need Taliese Fuaga to help out the offensive line.

22. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+8000)

The Bucs are coming off a surprise season that saw them get to the NFC Divisional Round, but I’m predicting that they’ll be held back by the loss of Dave Canales, who has done wonders for Baker Mayfield and Geno Smith in the last two seasons. Tampa looks similar to the Saints — stuck in the middle.

21. Indianapolis Colts

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+6500)

The Colts have an excellent offensive line and running game led by a stud coach in Shane Steichen. If Anthony Richardson builds on what he showed in a small sample as a rookie, the Colts could surprise some teams. For now, we’ll have to temper our expectations.

20. Seattle Seahawks

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+6500)

I love bringing in Mike Macdonald as head coach and Ryan Grubb as offensive coordinator, but I’m ranking the Seahawks a bit lower due to question marks on the offensive line. This team needs to protect Geno Smith at all costs because pass protection was an issue last season.

19. Pittsburgh Steelers

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+5000)

The Steelers should have a terrific running game behind an improved offensive line. It’s a good setup for Russell Wilson, who can still function as an effective game manager while taking some shots downfield to George Pickens. Pittsburgh has a high floor but low ceiling among the middle-of-the-pack group.

18. Los Angeles Chargers

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+4500)

New head coach Jim Harbaugh will make the Chargers more balanced behind an improved offensive line. We could see a more efficient season from Justin Herbert. The question is, can the defense be good enough to allow Harbaugh to sustain a more run-heavy philosophy?

17. Miami Dolphins

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+2200)

I’m low on the Dolphins because they lost Christian Wilkins up front and Vic Fangio at defensive coordinator. This team will need Jalen Ramsey and company to form a strong secondary, or we could see them in a lot of shootouts this year. Miami looks like the third-best team in the AFC East.

16. Cleveland Browns

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+4000)

The Browns have a terrific defense and excellent offensive line. This team just needs Deshaun Watson to at least come close to his previous form. The former Texans’ quarterback has really struggled in Cleveland. But I’m pretty bullish on this team due to a strong supporting cast.

15. Jacksonville Jaguars

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+5000)

The Jaguars could surprise if Trevor Lawrence can stay healthy. Bringing in Gabe Davis and Brian Thomas Jr. is an upgrade over Calvin Ridley and Zay Jones. There are a lot of pieces on offense here — it wouldn’t surprise me to see the Jags challenge the Texans for the division.

14. Atlanta Falcons

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+3000)

The Falcons are likely to win the NFC South behind a stacked offense that gets a big upgrade at playcaller (Zac Robinson) and quarterback (Kirk Cousins). While there are still concerns on defense, the Falcons should score a lot of points this season.

13. Chicago Bears

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+3500)

I know the Bears just picked first overall in the draft, but this team has a terrific supporting cast for Caleb Williams, who gets to throw to DJ Moore, Keenan Allen, and Rome Odunze. Chicago could hit the ground running this year — especially if their defense maintains improvements shown after acquiring Montez Sweat.

12. Los Angeles Rams

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+3000)

I know the Rams lost Aaron Donald to retirement, but this team was impressive last season. Matthew Stafford is surrounded by an improved offensive line along with an assortment of weapons on offense. Sean McVay’s crew has the experience to make some noise as a dark horse.

11. Green Bay Packers

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+1900)

Looks like the Packers found another franchise quarterback in Jordan Love. This team has a stacked receiving core and improving defense. We could see them ascend to contenders if Love keeps improving. For now, I’ll keep my expectations in check and rank them at 11.

10. Houston Texans

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+1600)

The Texans have a stacked offense led by C.J. Stroud, Nico Collins, Stefon Diggs, and Tank Dell. My concern is their question marks on the offensive line and pass defense. Like the Packers, Houston can jump to Super Bowl contenders if Stroud plays at top form.

9. Dallas Cowboys

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+1900)

The Cowboys had a quiet offseason, but this is still an elite passing attack with Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb. The offensive line remains stout and the defense is loaded with playmakers like Micah Parsons. The real question is, can Dallas finally get it done in the playoffs?

8. Cincinnati Bengals

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+1300)

The Bengals are back as contenders with a healthy Joe Burrow, but don’t underestimate the loss of defensive tackle D.J. Reader, who went to the Lions in the offseason. Cincinnati seems to have regressed a bit on defense, which is why they are just outside of the top five at 8th overall.

7. Buffalo Bills

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+1500)

The Bills lost Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis, but Josh Allen should still thrive in a more balanced attack, spreading it around to Dalton Kincaid, Curtis Samuel, Keon Coleman, and Khalil Shakir. Buffalo is healthier on defense, which will help a lot after that unit was completely depleted in the playoffs.

6. New York Jets

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+2000)

Here you have the best value pick to win Super Bowl 59. PFF recently ranked position groups across the NFL. The Jets ranked 5th in offensive line, 1st in defensive line, 1st at linebacker, and 1st in the secondary. This is a loaded defense with improved pass protection. Aaron Rodgers just needs to stay healthy — I think he’s in store for a comeback year.

5. Philadelphia Eagles

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+1500)

The biggest improvement for the Eagles is in coaching, bringing in Kellen Moore at offensive coordinator and Vic Fangio to run the defense. I also think that Jalen Hurts was held back by injury down the stretch last season. Look for the Eagles to get back as one of the juggernauts in the NFC this season.

4. Detroit Lions

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+1200)

The Lions have continuity on offense with Ben Johnson staying on as playcaller. I also loved what they did on defense in bringing in D.J. Reader along with a nice pick in the draft in Terrion Arnold. Detroit just went to the NFC Championship and look even better this season.

3. Baltimore Ravens

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+1000)

The Ravens abandoned the run in the AFC Championship, which cost them the game against the Chiefs. So they brought in Derrick Henry to avoid making that mistake again. This team remains stacked on all levels of the ball. They just have to get it done in the playoffs.

2. San Francisco 49ers

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+600)

I expect Brandon Aiyuk to remain with the 49ers, so there’s no need to worry about a drop-off at wide receiver. The Niners still have a hyper-efficient offense, they just need Brock Purdy to continue to improve as a passer. This is still one of the Super Bowl favorites.

1. Kansas City Chiefs

• Super Bowl 59 Odds: (+500)

I’ve learned to stop doubting the Chiefs with Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid. While they lost L’Jarius Sneed, the defense remains stout, led by Chris Jones and Trent McDuffie. Love what Kansas City did on offense bringing in Xavier Worthy and Hollywood Brown. Look for a huge year from Mahomes.