Nov 26, 2025
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After another wild week, we're left with a truly dominant team - the Rams - and a lot of questions.It's time for the power rankings.
Editor's Note: Every week, Chad Graf and Josh Kendall Rey and analyze all 32 teams of first to worst.
After a wild Sunday that featured three overtime games and a pair of spectacular upsets, we're left with a truly dominant team and ... so many questions.The Los Angeles Rams look incredible, but from there the sameness continues.
As we move into Week 13 with NFL games coming up on Thursday, Friday, Sunday and Monday, let's explore the big question for each team.
1. Los Angeles Rams (9-2)
Last week: 2
Sunday: Beat the Buccaneers 34-7
The big question is, can the playoffs begin?
It's not up for debate - the Rams are the best team in the NFL.The only team to crack the top five in both expected points added to play.Matthew Stafford is the frontrunner for MVP as the Rams' best season so far.
BATTLE: at Panthers, Sunday, 1 p.m
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β Chad Graff (@ChadGraff) November 24, 2025
2. Denver Broncos (9-2)
Last week: 4
The big question: Is Bo Nix good enough?
It's simple, but it's important when you think about whether this team can win a major bowl.No one is going to argue with the Broncos' incredible defense.Because of that, Denver doesn't need an offense.But can the knicks make it even over the hump?
Next: Commander, Sunday at 8:20 PM ET
3. Philadelphia Eagles (8-3)
Last week: 1
Sunday: Lost 24-21 to Cowboys
A big question: Can you keep the slaves on?
The Eagles blew a 21-0 lead over the Cowboys, and Sason Barlele didn't get off the ground and the vibes in Philly were bad.But, they are 8-3 and remain one of the most talented rosters in the league.
NEXT: BACAS, Friday, 3 p.m.A
4. New England Patriots (10-2)
Last week: 5
Sunday: Bengals beat 26-20
A big question: Can they overcome injuries?
The Patriots have the best injury odds in the league, helped by their shock start to the season.Until Sunday.Now Rookie has left Tackbell to miss several games, Milton Williams's defense has been injured and left guard Jared Wilson will miss at least one game.Their schedule is still easy, but their depth looks great and will be tested in the coming weeks.
Next: vs. Giants, Monday, 8:15 p.m. ET
5. Seattle Seahawks (8-3)
Last week: 6
Sunday: 24-30
A big question: Can they avoid Ram?
While Sam Darnold looked great against Los Angeles' defense, he threw for 244 yards and two touchdowns (both to Jaxton Smith-Njig) as the Seahawks built a 30-10 lead and cruised to an easy victory.
Nepi Saterusna: vs Viking, Jumapili, 4:05 p.m.butr
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6. Indianapolis Colts (8-3)
Last week: 3
Sunday: The Lord's Prayers 23-20 (OT)
One big question: Daniel Jones isn't going to be a pumpkin... right?
Jones isn't the only reason they lost to the Chiefs on Sunday (Kansas City's talented, limited running game), but that's the Colts' fear.If their running game is such a game, what?Can Jones carry the offense?
Next: vs. Texas, Sunday, 1 p.m. ET
7. Paket Bay Green (7-3-1)
Last week: 10
Sunday: Beat the Vikings 23-6
One big question: Is the offense good enough?
In three games since Tucker Cross suffered a season-ending injury, the tight ends have yet to pass 300 yards.They're very good defensively, but they're Jordan Love and 170 yards from 90 yards.
Next article: -Lions, Thursday, 1 p.m. ET
8. Detroit Lions (7-4)
Last week: 8
Sunday: 34-27 win over Giants (OT).
There is one big question.Has the breach been resolved?
Thanksgiving Thursday's game should be fun with this high-powered Lions offense against a good Packers defense.After a fumble against the Eagles in Week 11, Jahmir Gibbs ran for 219 yards and two touchdowns and added another 45 yards and a touchdown through the air.
Next: vs. Packers, Thursday, 1 p.m. AND
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β Detroit Lions (@Lions) November 24, 2025
9. Buffalo Bills (7-4)
Last week: 7
Thursday: Lost to Textors 23-19
One big question: Will they ever stop racing?
The Texans entered last Thursday's game with the NFL's worst offense (based on success rate).Then Woody Marks blew away the Bills at 4.6 yards per carry as Houston had some problems down the field.The Bills are valid in many areas, but they need to think about their defense before the playoffs.
Next: Steelers, Sunday, 4:25 P.5 P.5M.et
10. Kansas City Chiefs (6-5)
Last week: 16
Sunday: Beat Colts 23-20 (OT)
One big question: Can they fix the running game?
As Mike Sandow noted in his "Pick Six" column, the Chiefs rank last in the NFL in explosive rushing percentage and have just eight carries for 12 yards this season.This has left them heavily reliant on a passing game that has looked stagnant at times.
Next up: at Cowboys, Thursday, 4:30 p.m. ET
11. San Francisco 49ers (8-4)
Last week: 11
Isniinta: Beat Panthers 20-9
I have one big question. No QB competition ... right?
In his second game back from injury, Brook intercepted three passes (all in the first half) and managed just 193 pass yards.The 49ers relied on Christian McCaffrey (for good reason), but they'll need more than the pass.
Next Up: Brown, Sunday, 1 p.m.Et
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β NFL+ (@NFLPlus) November 25, 2025
12. Chicago Bears (8-3)
Last week: 12
Sunday: Steelers 31-28
One big question: Is this sustainable?
Caleb Williams had one of the ugliest games of the season β but he also threw three touchdowns on Sunday.The defense also allowed the Steelers to convert more than half of their first downs, raising legitimate questions about the authenticity of this eight-man team.
NEXT: Friday, 3 p.m.Et
13. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-5)
Last week: 9
Sunday: Lost to Rams 34-7
One big question: What happened to the crime?
Through the first six weeks of the season, Baker Mayfield is an MVP contender and the Bucs offense ranks seventh in expected points added per game over the past six weeks. This unit ranks 28th in that statistic. Will Mayfield play the dotted line this weekend?
Up next: vs. Cardinals, Sunday, 1 p.m.ET
14. Jacksonville Jaguars (7-4)
Last week: 14
Sunday: Defeat Cardinals 27-24 (overtime)
One big question: Is Trevor Lawrence the next guy?
The Jags look much better with Liam Coen in many areas β but not at quarterback.Lawrence ranks 30th in the league in completion percentage, 25th in yards per attempt and 29th in EPA per touchdown.
Next: at Titani, Sunday, 1 p.m.ET
15. Los Angeles Chargers (7-4)
Last week: 15
The big question: Can the O-line find a way out?
It seems unlikely, but if they can find a way to stabilize their top five, this team could be successful.But injuries to Joe Alta and Rashawn Slater may be too much to overcome.
Next: Vs.Raiders, Sunday, 4:25pm ET
16. Baltimore Ravens (6-5)
Last week: 17
yekΕem: Beat Jets 23-10.
One big question: Is Lamar Jackson really healthy?
The Ravens have more to say about Jackson's prospects this season than his health, but the quarterback has been himself over the past 4 hours.In any of those games, he's thrown for 205 yards or 40 rushing yards.
Next: vs. Bengals, Thursday, 8:20 p.m. ET
17. Houston Texans (6-5)
Last week: 19
China: Beat Bill 23-19
One big question: Can the defense carry them?
The Texans called Josh Gyle Tities eight times and forced three turnovers as they continued to look like the best defense in the NFL.But, like the Broncos, is this unit good enough not to carry?
Next: Colts, Sunday, 1 p.m.et
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18. Pittsburgh Steelers (6-5)
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Sunday: Bears lost 31-28
One big question: What is the long-term plan?
Pittsburgh has won nine or 10 games in four straight years, and this one looks like it could go the same way.Is this enough?Does the Steelers brass sit barely above .500 every year?With Pittsburgh's tough schedule to conclude the season, our playoff simulator gives them only a 20 percent chance of making the postseason.
Next: V.Elpsin, Sunday, 4:25 p.m., et al
19. Dallas Cowboys (5-5-1)
Last week: 20
24-21 win over the Eagles on Sunday
One big question: Did Jerry Jones really fix the defense?
It's a small sample, but because the Cowboys traded for defensive end Quinnen Williams, they shut down the running game. (Only 100 rushing yards have been allowed in the last two games.) And there are five sacks, and Sunday's upset of the Eagles puts them on the outside of the playoffs.
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20.Carolina Panthers (6-6)
Last week: 18
Monday: Lost to the 49ers 20-9
One big question: Is Bryce Young the man?
Amazingly, Monday night was Young's 39th NFL start.And now, the hot streak he had to close the 2024 season seems like ancient history.Young was bad against the Niners - 18-for-29 passing for 169 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions - and ranked outside the top 25 in both EPA per play and yards per attempt.
Tergh alone: ββvs Rams, Sondeg, 1 p.m. Et
21. Atlanta Falcons (4-7)
Last week: 25
Sunday: 24-10 win over Saints.
A big question: What changes are coming?
The incredible move in the spring of 2024 to sign Kirk Cousins ββto a massive contract and sign a quarterback who was 24 as a rookie (and then sit him for 15 weeks) looked bad at the time.But now it could look even worse.Will Arthur Blank give general manager Terry Fontenot and coach Raheem Morris another year?
Next: at Jets, Sunday, 1:00 PM ET
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22. Miami Dolphins (4-7)
Last week: 24
One big question: will Mike McDeael last?
It is not often that a team fires his general manager of the mid -season, but retains his coach, like the dolphins.Now they quietly hit successive victories with the saints and jets after that.Is there a chance that McDaniel will return next season?
Next: vs. Holy, Sunday, 1 p.m.Metal seed
23. Minnesota Vikings (4-7)
Last week: 21
Sunday: Lost to the Packers 23-6
Biggest question: What is happening in the world .J.MCCTAThy?
Coach Kevin O'Connell is one of the NFL's biggest proponents that teams typically fail at quarterback, not the other way around.But how can the Vikings continue to play McCarthy when he's clearly unprepared and historically bad?On the other hand, can you bench him for an undrafted rookie?Maybe they won't have to decide on a concession protocol with McCarthy this week.
Next: at Seahawks, Sunday, 4:05 p.m.AND
24. Arizona Cardinals (3-8)
Last week: 22
Sunday: Lost to Jaguars 27-24 (OT)
Another big question: What's going on with Keller Murray?
The Cardinals have until March 22, 2026, to make a decision on Murray, at which time his 2027 salary will be guaranteed.Judging from the way they seem to like Jacoby Brissett running the offense, it seems possible, if unlikely, that there could be a schism between Murray and the team that drafted him with the No. 1 pick.
Next: at Buccaneers, Sunday, 1 p.m.Et
25. Cincinnati Bengals (3-8)
Last week: 23
Sunday: Lost to Patriots 26-20
Big question: Is there any point in bringing back Joe Brough?
The star quarterback looks poised to return on Thanksgiving night, but it appears to be coming during a losing season for the Bengals. Their defense remains abysmal, and Burrow will need to play the table just to make the postseason. According to our playoff simulator, that chance is only 3%.
Next: Ravens Thursday, 8:20 p.m.ET
26. Washington Commanders (3-8)
Last week: 26
One big question: Why bring back Jayden Daniels?
It feels like a Bengal.Both teams are 3-8, have terrible defenses and are about to return star quarterbacks who have battled injuries.Does it matter if Daniels grows at the end of his sophomore year or is healthy for next year?
Saterturnas: VS Broncos, kayaba, soat 8:20 p.m.butr
27. Cleveland Browns (3-8)
Last week: 31
Sunday: Beat Razer 2-10-10
One great question: Could Handriurs Sanciders republish the work?
Coach Kevin Stefanski said Monday the team would move on with Sander after he threw for 209 yards and a touchdown in the Browns' first win in a month.Now, can he do enough to keep the job for the rest of the season?
Up: 49-1, Sunday, 1:00 p.m. Chla
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28.New York Giants (2-10)
Last week: 28
Sunday: Lost to Lions 34-27 (overtime)
One big question: Why did Russell Wilson start?
It seems like last year, but Wilson was actually the Giants' starting Giants for the first three games.After the trade for Jaxson Dart, the offense was clearly improved.And even if they don't want to start the game outside the gate, Jameis Winston showed Sunday that he brings more water to the offense than Wilson.
Next: at Patriots, Monday, 8:15 p.m. ET
29. Love New Orleans (2-9)
Last week: 27
Sunday: Lost to Falcons 24-10
One big question: how do you solve this mess?
Saibs have the worst roster out there, a tough cap situation and a long-term plan on the table.So what's next?Do they draft another QB in 2026?Will they make changes in the front office?Or will they stay the same?
Next: At Dolphins, Sunday, 1:00 pm ET.
30. New York Jets (2-9)
Last week: 29
Sunday: Rooks 1-10 to lose
The big question: What is the QB Plan?
It seemed pretty clear last month that the Jets could use the first round to select a quarterback.But after trading Sauce Gardnener and Quinnen Williams, is it worth building the entire roster first and then going after the QB?Or should they be crying for a quarterback again in April for nothing?
Up: vs.vs.vs.: Sunday, 1:00 p.m.Chla
31 α Las Vegas Raiders (2-9)
Last week: 30
Sunday: lost to browns 24-10
One big question: Who called the shots?
Pete Carroll got his quarterback, but after 11 games he chose Chip, the highest-paid offensive coordinator in the league, employed on Sunday?Tom Brady is in charge?John Spytek?The Raiders' new structure and a lot of things running the show this offseason.
UP NEXT: At Chargers, Sunday, 4:25 p.m
32. Tennessee Titans (1-10)
Last week: 32
Sunday: Lost to Seahawks 30-24
One big question: Is it January already?
No team has done that more than the Titans in the next few weeks, who have to wait until they get their next coach.Well, it's also the #1 unwanted arrival of NO.Select 1 in the second draft.(We give them 47 percent.)
Next game: vs. Jaguars, Sunday, 1 p.m. ET
