NFL Power Rankings

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 Tuesday, November 3.

1. Buffalo Bills (6-1)
2. San Francisco 49ers (6-1)
3. Jacksonville Jaguars (5-2)
4. Cincinnati Bengals (5-2)
5. Chicago Bears (6-2)
6. Kansas City Chiefs (5-2)
7. Denver Broncos (6-2)
8. Los Angeles Rams (4-4)
9. New England Patriots (5-3)
10. Green Bay Packers (5-3)
11. Detroit Lions (5-2)
12. Seattle Seahawks (4-4)
13. Pittsburgh Steelers (6-2)
14. Minnesota Vikings (6-1)
15. New York Giants (4-2-1)
16. Houston Texans (2-5)
17. Cleveland Browns (5-3)
18. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (3-5)
19. Dallas Cowboys (3-5)
20. Carolina Panthers (3-4)
21. Washington Commanders (2-4-1)
22. Atlanta Falcons (3-5)
23. Las Vegas Raiders (4-4)
24. New Orleans Saints (2-5)
25. Baltimore Ravens (4-4)
26. Philadelphia Eagles (2-6)
27. Arizona Cardinals (3-5)
28. New York Jets (2-6)
29. Los Angeles Chargers (0-7)
30. Miami Dolphins (1-6)
31. Indianapolis Colts (2-6)
32. Tennessee Titans (1-7)

Riser: Chicago Bears (6-2)

The Bears are starting to look like legitimate NFC contenders after an impressive 34-17 road victory over the Seattle Seahawks on Monday Night Football. Chicago has now won three straight games, including consecutive victories over last season’s Super Bowl participants.

Caleb Williams delivered another strong performance, completing 24 of 34 passes for 247 yards and a touchdown. D’Andre Swift scored three rushing touchdowns, helping Chicago pull away after Seattle cut the deficit to 20-17 in the fourth quarter. The Bears also held the Seahawks to just 252 total yards.

At 6-2, Chicago has established itself as one of the NFC’s biggest surprises. Williams continues to improve under Ben Johnson, while the defense has shown it can make plays against quality opponents. The Bears have earned their rise in the power rankings and look capable of making another playoff run.

Faller: Baltimore Ravens (4-4)

The Ravens suffered an embarrassing 36-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills in Week 8, dropping to 4-4 after entering the season with Super Bowl aspirations. Baltimore’s offense had no answers for Buffalo, managing just 144 total yards while struggling to sustain drives throughout the afternoon.

Lamar Jackson exited the game with a thumb injury that will require surgery, dealing another devastating blow to Baltimore’s season. Tyler Huntley also suffered an injury, forcing rookie Joe Fagnano into action. The Ravens finished with just 68 net passing yards, while their defense surrendered 426 total yards to Josh Allen and the Bills.

Baltimore now faces serious questions about its playoff outlook. Jackson’s season-ending injury leaves the Ravens without their most important player, and the offense looked completely overmatched against Buffalo. With the quarterback situation in disarray and the team sitting at .500, Baltimore is heading in the wrong direction.