The Week 11 NFL power rankings feature the Los Angeles Rams, Philadelphia Eagles, New England Patriots, Seattle Seahawks, and Indianapolis Colts as the top five teams, each making a strong case for their position.
Los Angeles Rams: The Rams sit at number one with a 7-2 record and MVP-caliber quarterback Matthew Stafford, who has been delivering clutch performances. Their fierce defense and offensive consistency, highlighted in recent ESPN and Sports Illustrated analyses, show they are peaking at the right time, making them a formidable Super Bowl contender.Philadelphia Eagles: The Eagles are second, buoyed by a dominant defense. Their trade for Jaelan Phillips has paid immediate dividends, pushing them into one of the league’s best defensive units, despite some offensive struggles after their bye week. Their resilience was evident in their near shutout of the Green Bay Packers.New England Patriots: The Patriots have shaken off skepticism about their schedule strength, beating solid teams like the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Thanks to a strong defense and the emergence of quarterback Drake Maye, they are true contenders in the AFC and continue to ride an impressive 8-2 record.Indianapolis Colts: The Colts have a resume worthy of their spot, powered by Jonathan Taylor’s outstanding performances, including multiple 200-yard rushing games and being a favorite for Offensive Player of the Year. Despite some regression in quarterback Daniel Jones’s form, the Colts have maintained a strong 8-2 record.Seattle Seahawks: The Seahawks rank fourth, with arguably the best defense and offense in the league. Their dominant 35-0 halftime lead over the Arizona Cardinals underscores their balance and strength. Their 7-2 record sets up a highly anticipated showdown with the Rams.
6. Detroit Lions
7. Denver Broncos
8. Buffalo Bills
9. Los Angeles Chargers
10. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
11. Kansas City Chiefs
12. San Francisco 49ers
13. Green Bay Packers
14. Chicago Bears
15. Pittsburgh Steelers
17. Baltimore Ravens
20. Houston Texans
21. Atlanta Falcons
22. Dallas Cowboys
23. Arizona Cardinals
24. Miami Dolphins
26. Washington Commanders
27. Cleveland Browns
28. New York Giants
29. New York Jets
30. New Orleans Saints
31. Tennessee Titans
32. Las Vegas Raiders
This ranking reflects a season filled with surprises, with teams like the Rams and Patriots climbing powerfully, and strong defenses playing a critical role in the NFC and AFC races as the playoffs approach​