NFL power rankings: Where 49ers stand after big win vs. Seahawks

NFL power rankings: Where 49ers stand after big win vs. Seahawks initially appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area

There are ranges to the NFL hierarchy. There are true Tremendous Bowl contenders after which there are pretenders.

After which there’s the Dallas Cowboys.

It was a litmus take a look at week for a few of the league’s high groups, and whereas some proved themselves to be a worthy competitor, others, just like the aforementioned group, stunk up the joint in opposition to a formidable foe.

Here is the place the 49ers and the remainder of the league stand heading into Week 7:

32. Tennessee Titans (Final week: 32)

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I do not know what else to say about Will Levis at this level. They’re in tank mode, that is for certain.

31. Carolina Panthers (Final week: 31)

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Extra watchable soccer from Andy Dalton, and for that, I admire him.

30. New England Patriots (Final week: 30)

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The offensive ceiling undoubtedly is greater with rookie quarterback Drake Maye, and he must be beginning, however they should stay with the turnovers.

29. Jacksonville Jaguars (Final week: 27)

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Have mercy on the poor Brits and cease sending the Jags to London. This cannot be good for diplomacy.

28. New York Giants (Final week: 28)

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Daniel Jones is so again. Oh, not in a great way. He is again to being himself. Which is dangerous. Don’t be concerned, he’ll cook dinner once more at some random level within the season.

27. Miami Dolphins (Final week: 29)

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They cannot do a lot of something offensively and this downward spiral has no finish in sight so long as Tua Tagovailoa stays out.

26. Las Vegas Raiders (Final week: 26)

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Come on, embrace the tank. you need to. Go draft your self a quarterback.

25. Cleveland Browns (Final week: 25)

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I might have copy-pasted the identical blurb about this offense being unwatchable in every of the primary six weeks and it could have been appropriate every time. Would you blame me if I did so transferring ahead?

24. Los Angeles Rams (Final week: 24)

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Cooper Kupp might return subsequent week and Puka Nacua will not be far behind him. They should keep wholesome in the event that they hope to show their season round.

23. Denver Broncos (Final week: 22)

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The dangerous Bo Nix video games are actually actually onerous to observe. The final two weeks may need been a mirage.

22. Arizona Cardinals (Final week: 21)

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There has not been a extra hot-and-cold offense within the league this season than Arizona’s. No miraculous second-half comeback this week.

21. Indianapolis Colts (Final week: 23)

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Joe Flacco, even at 39 years outdated, is able to doing all of it together with his arm at instances, however this offense wants Jonathan Taylor to fireside on all cylinders.

20. New Orleans Saints (Final week: 17)

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Spencer Rattler, in all probability at greatest, is a reliable backup. The offense would possibly have the ability to tread water for a pair weeks nevertheless it’s not like Derek Carr will take it to a a lot greater stage when he returns.

19. Cincinnati Bengals (Final week: 19)

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After scoring 38, 34 and 33 factors in every of the final three weeks, Joe Burrow and the high-powered Bengals offense scored 10 factors in 58 minutes in opposition to the Giants earlier than a last-minute landing. They only cannot make it simple on themselves.

18. New York Jets (Final week: 18)

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The Aaron Rodgers Hail Mary is a factor of magnificence. The reference to Garrett Wilson is beginning to blossom, however there have been too many pricey errors.

17. Los Angeles Chargers (Final week: 20)

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Justin Herbert and his assortment of ragtag dudes with humorous names proceed to search out methods to win. Good quarterbacks all the time will do, however possibly look so as to add a real No. 1 receiver earlier than the commerce deadline?

16. Seattle Seahawks (Final week: 14)

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The league as soon as wrote off Geno Smith. Two years in the past he famously didn’t “write again.” The NFL simply hit his inbox once more with a “Hey! Circling again right here :)”

15. Chicago Bears (Final week: 16)

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Caleb Williams and the offense are taking off earlier than our very eyes, however their 4 wins are in opposition to the Titans, Rams, Panthers and Jags. Let’s examine if they will grasp with the large boys earlier than overreacting.

14. Dallas Cowboys (Final week: 9)

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It is the identical track and dance yearly. They are a good staff till they give the impression of being incompetent. Oh, however then they’re good once more. Oh, nevermind the playoffs are right here. Again to incompetence. Certain, they could win double-digit video games once more this 12 months, however they don’t seem to be a severe group.

13. Inexperienced Bay Packers (Final week: 15)

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It hasn’t been fairly, however Jordan Love has come out firing for the reason that damage. He missed two video games and nonetheless would possibly lead the league in touchdowns this season.

12. San Francisco 49ers (Final week: 13)

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There was a second when it appeared like one other humiliating second-half collapse to a division opponent was unfolding, however they lastly figured out how to stop the bleeding. Brock Purdy continues to personal Seattle, and identical to that, San Francisco is again in enterprise.

11. Atlanta Falcons (Final week: 11)

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Hey, a Bijan Robinson recreation! We knew one was coming eventfully. Try this extra and take the load off Kirk Cousins’ shoulders.

10. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Final week: 12)

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One of many league’s most balanced offenses definitely appeared the half in a whooping of the Saints. Baker Mayfield did his greatest Jameis Winston impression by throwing for over 300 yards with 4 touchdowns and three interceptions.

9. Pittsburgh Steelers (Final week: 10)

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Even with Russell Wilson lurking over his shoulder, Justin Fields continues to play fairly effectively. If it ain’t broke, do not repair it.

8. Washington Commanders (Final week: 8)

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The NFL is a copycat league, and whereas Jayden Daniels performed comparatively effectively, he isn’t fairly Lamar Jackson … but.

7. Philadelphia Eagles (Final week: 7)

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It wasn’t an offensive explosion by any means, nevertheless it’s clear how vital A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith are to this offense.

6. Buffalo Payments (Final week: 6)

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Josh Allen performed effectively, however this offense simply is not as intimidating correctly with out an alpha receiver. They had been lucky the Jets made just a few too many errors.

5. Baltimore Ravens (Final week: 5)

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The battle of Lamar Jackson vs. Lamar Jackson Jr. lived as much as the hype, nevertheless it’s clear there nonetheless solely is one true Lamar Jackson. And Derrick Henry.

4. Houston Texans (Final week: 4)

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Joe Mixon and a reliable operating recreation is the key sauce that makes this offense so harmful. Full steam forward in Houston.

3. Minnesota Vikings (Final week: 2)

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Sam Darnold is coming again right down to Earth however they’re nonetheless discovering methods to win with their elite protection.

2. Detroit Lions (Final week: 3)

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They’re who we thought they had been: Actually freaking good and worthy of all of the preseason hype. Jared Goff has taken his recreation to an entire completely different stage, however the Aidan Hutchinson damage is a devastating blow.

1. Kansas Metropolis Chiefs (Final week: 1)

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No Rahsee Rice, no Isiah Pacheco … no downside? Whereas Travis Kelce is not what he was, Patrick Mahomes can drive feed ‘ol dependable each time he must. An enormous take a look at developing in opposition to a 49ers staff looking for revenge.

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