NFL Power Rankings 2021: Top 10 teams ahead of Week 15
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Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady have their respective teams at the top of the NFC.
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San Francisco 49ers’ George Kittle is tackled by Bengals’ Ricardo Allen Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Cincinnati.
(AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Record: 7-6
Week 14 result: 26-23 win over Bengals
Outlook: Niners quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo completed 27 of 41 passes for 296 yards with two touchdowns and tight end George Kittle came down with 13 receptions for 151 yards and one score. Garoppolo threw a 12-yard TD to wideout Brandon Aiyuk in overtime for the victory.
9. Tennessee Titans
Tennessee Titans linebacker Derick Roberson celebrates a sack on Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Nashville.
(AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
Record: 9-4
Week 14 result: 20-0 win over Jaguars
Outlook: The Titans came away with their first home shutout since 2000. Tennessee intercepted Jags quarterback Trevor Lawrence four times in the victory. Next, the Titans will take on the Steelers in Pittsburgh.
8. Dallas Cowboys
Head coach Mike McCarthy of the Dallas Cowboys looks on during the second half against the New England Patriots on Oct. 17, 2021, in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
(Maddie Malhotra/Getty Images)
Record: 9-4
Week 14 result: 27-20 win over Washington
Outlook: Rookie sensation Micah Parsons sacked Washington quarterback Taylor Heinicke twice and had a forced fumble that was returned for a touchdown. The Cowboys led 24-0 at one point before Washington made a late-game comeback that fell just short. The Cowboys will visit the Giants in New York next.
7. Los Angeles Chargers
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert throws against the New York Giants Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Inglewood, California.
(AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
Record: 8-5
Week 14 result: 37-21 win over Giants
Outlook: Quarterback Justin Herbert made headlines with his 60-yard touchdown pass in the big win over New York. He completed 23 of 31 passes for 275 yards and three touchdowns. Next up, a monster showdown with the Chiefs.
6. Arizona Cardinals
Arizona Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury walks on the field before the Oct. 3, 2021, game against the Los Angeles Rams in Inglewood, California.
(AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)
Record: 10-3
Week 14 result: 30-23 loss to Rams
Outlook: Quarterback Kyler Murray threw two interceptions and was sacked three times by Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald. Next, the Cardinals will travel to Detroit to face the Lions.
5. Los Angeles Rams
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp celebrates his touchdown catch against the Cardinals Monday, Dec. 13, 2021, in Glendale, Arizona.
(AP Photo/Ralph Freso)
Record: 9-4
Week 14 result: 30-23 win over Cardinals
Outlook: Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford completed 23 of 30 passes for 287 yards and three touchdowns and wideout Cooper Kupp hauled in 13 receptions for 123 yards and one score. All-Pro Aaron Donald had three sacks in the game.
4. Kansas City Chiefs
Darrel Williams celebrates with his Kansas City Chiefs teammate Patrick Mahomes after scoring a touchdown against the Raiders on Nov.14, 2021, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
(Chris Unger/Getty Images)
Record: 9-4
Week 14 result: 48-9 win over Raiders
Outlook: The Chiefs have won eight of their last nine against the Raiders, and outscored them 89-23 in both games this season. Kansas City is sizzling hot, and it will take its six-game winning streak into Los Angeles to take on the Chargers in a key AFC West matchup.
3. New England Patriots
Head coach Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots reacts during the second quarter against the Buffalo Bills on Dec. 6, 2021, in Orchard Park, New York.
(Bryan M. Bennett/Getty Images)
Record: 9-4
Week 14 result: Bye
Outlook: The Patriots will come off their bye and put their seven-game winning streak up against the Colts in Indianapolis on Saturday.
2. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady runs the ball for a first down against the Buffalo Bills on Dec. 12, 2021, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.
Record: 10-3
Week 14 result: 33-27 win over Bills
Outlook: New team, same result. Tom Brady improved to 33-3 in his career against the Bills after the overtime win. He passed for 363 yards and had three total touchdowns. The Bucs will host the Saints next.
1. Green Bay Packers
Packers’ Davante Adams celebrates his touchdown catch against the Chicago Bears Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
Record: 10-3
Week 14 result: 45-30 win over Bears
Outlook: The Packers remain in the top spot. They are clearly the class of the NFL. Next up, a date with the Ravens in Baltimore.
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