NFL 2020: Power Rankings Week 5

#24 Miami Dolphins

Ryan Fitzpatrick didn't look too good against a Seattle Seahawks' defense that has allowed on average 28.6 points to opposing defenses coming into the game against the Dolphins. If he struggles against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 5, we could see rookie Tua Tagovailoa.

#23 Detroit Lions

The Lions almost had a win against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. The game certainly puts the Lions on the watch as an underdog team, as long as quarterback Matthew Stafford stays healthy. They should be able to take down the Jaguars easily, considering their defense has been giving up big points to opposing teams.

#22 Philadelphia Eagles

Philadelphia Eagles v San Francisco 49ers

The Eagles got their first win of the season and jumped to the top of the NFC East with a 1-2-1 record. Carson Wentz still didn't look at his best on the field and the win was mostly due to the lackluster performance by the 49ers and the Eagles' defense showing up for once. It will be asurprise if they are at the top of the division for too long though.

#21 Cincinnati Bengals

Jacksonville Jaguars v Cincinnati Bengals

Rookie Joe Burrow continues to show why he was worth being the first overall pick in the 2020 draft. A few more pieces including a better offensive line and revamp of the defense could make the Bengals a genuine threat within the next few years. But they have a real test in Week 5, as they will face the Baltimore Ravens.

#20 Los Angeles Chargers

Los Angeles Chargers v Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Chargers' head coach Anthony Lynn would be crazy to put Tyrod Taylor in as the starter after what rookie Justin Herbert has shown so far. It was certainly a good game against the Buccaneers, in which the Chargers had the lead through the first half. They play on prime time in Week 5 against the Saints, which should be yet another good game.

#19 Dallas Cowboys

In what seemed like another possible comeback by the Cowboys, the team fell short in a game that Dak Prescott threw 502 yards for. The offense is doing just fine, but the defense was a point shy of allowing the Browns to score 50 points on the team. Cowboys' defensive coordinator Mike Nolan could be on the line right now.

#18 Chicago Bears

After Nick Foles was named the starter, he didn't seem like the savior that the Chicago Bears were looking for against the Colts. He threw just 1 touchdown and one pick for a loss on Sunday. Foles will have to do much more if they want to compete against the Buccaneers in Week 5.

#17 San Francisco 49ers

Several costly mistakes by Niners' Nick Mullens gave the win to the Eagles. He was replaced by C.J. Beathard late in the fourth quarter as they tried for a comeback. Jimmy Garappolo is expected back in Week 5 but if he isn't, it would be interesting to see who head coach Kyle Shanahan picks as their starter.

Edited by Ashwin