John McClain's 2019 NFL power rankings: Week 7
1. New England (6-0) | Last week: 1
The AFC’s only undefeated team has played one team with a winning record. Their easy schedule continues at the Jets.
2. New Orleans (5-1) | Last week: 2
The Saints have won four in a row since Teddy Bridgewater replaced the injured Drew Brees. Their defense is playing great.
3. Seattle (5-1) | | Last week: 4
Russell Wilson is playing better than any quarterback in the league. He’s considered the early favorite to win the MVP award.
4. Green Bay (5-1) | Last week: 5
The Packers rallied to beat Detroit on Monday night to remain one game in first place in the NFC North. Next up is Oakland.
5. San Francisco (5-0) | Last week: 6
The 49ers’ road victory over the Rams kept them unbeaten and in first place in the NFC West entering their game at Washington.
6. Houston (4-2) | Last week: 13
With back-to-back victories over Atlanta and Kansas City, the Texans are headed for an AFC South showdown at Indianapolis.
7. Buffalo (4-1) | Last week: 7
After getting the weekend off because of their open date, the Bills couldn’t return against an easier opponent than Miami.
8. Kansas City (4-2) | Last week: 3
The Chiefs have lost consecutive home games to the Colts and Texans. Going on the road to play Denver might be good for them.
9. Baltimore (4-2) | Last week: 9
With an offense ignited by Lamar Jackson, the Ravens are on a pace to set a league record for yards rushing in a season.
10. Carolina (4-2) | Last week: 11
Kyle Allen has been a revelation in place of the injured Cam Newton. Christian McCaffrey is a legitimate MVP candidate.
11. Indianapolis (3-2) | Last week: 10
Before their open date, the Colts won at Kansas City. They should be well-rested for their home game against the Texans.
12. Minnesota (4-2) | Last week: 16
The Vikings have won two games in a row. Kirk Cousins has been outstanding. They host Detroit in an important NFC North game.
13. Oakland (3-2) | Last week: 15
Jon Gruden has led the Raiders to consecutive victories over the Colts and Bears. They return from their open date at Green Bay.
14. L.A. Rams (3-3) | Last week: 8
The Rams have a three-game losing streak that puts them in third place in the NFC West going into their game at Atlanta.
15. Philadelphia (3-3) | Last week: 12
Coach Doug Pederson has guaranteed a victory over the Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. The winner owns first place in the NFC East.
16. Dallas (3-3) | Last week: 14
After winning their first three, the Cowboys have a three-game losing streak going into their home game against the Eagles.
17. Chicago (3-2) | Last week: 17
After losing to Oakland in London, the Bears had their open date. They return with a home game against red-hot New Orleans.
18. Detroit (2-2-1) | Last week: 18
The Lions have lost close games to Kansas City and Green Bay. They play an NFC North game at Ford Field against Minnesota.
19. Denver (2-4)| Last week: 25
After their 0-4 start, the Broncos have won two consecutive games under new coach Vic Fangio and entertain the Chiefs.
20. Arizona (2-3-1) | Last week: 26
The Cardinals have won two in a row but remain in last place in the NFC West going into their road game against the Giants.
21. Pittsburgh (2-4) | Last week: 27
The Steelers’ road victory over the Chargers with a third-string quarterback was the ideal way to enter their bye week.
22. Cleveland (2-4) | Last week: 19
The Browns are a disappointment entering their open date. Baker Mayfield hasn’t thrown more than one touchdown pass in a game.
23. Tennessee (2-4) | Last week: 20
The Titans have lost four of five games. Marcus Mariota was replaced by Ryan Tannehill at Denver. Both were terrible.
24. L.A. Chargers (2-4) | Last week: 21
The Chargers were 12-4 in 2018 but a disappointment this season. They’ll try to recover from the Pittsburgh loss at Tennessee.
25. Jacksonville (2-4) | Last week: 22
Rookie quarterback Gardner Minshew is coming off his first bad game. He should be able to bounce back at winless Cincinnati.
26. N.Y. Giants (2-4) | Last week: 23
After losing to the Patriots, the Giants get Arizona and a battle of rookie quarterbacks: Daniel Jones vs. Kyler Murray.
27. N.Y. Jets (1-4) | Last week: 31
Sam Darnold’s return was just what the Jets needed. Their victory over Dallas precedes a home game against New England.
29. Washington (1-5) | Last week: 30
The one-point victory at Miami in their first game under interim coach Bill Callahan won’t inspire them to defeat the 49ers.
30. Tampa Bay (2-4) | Last week: 24
One week after the Bucs thought Jameis Winston had finally turned a corner, he had six turnovers, including five interceptions.
31. Cincinnati (0-6) | Last week: 29
If the Bengals can’t defeat Jacksonville at home, who can they beat? They’ve come close so far but fallen short every time.
32. Miami (0-5) | Last week: 32
The Dolphins are the worst of the worst in the NFL, and they got that distinction the old-fashioned way: They earned it.
Note: They say tickets to the Dolphins games are cheaper than the local Zoo
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