NFL Power Rankings Week 14: Where does every NFC team stand?

Power Rankings continue to sort themselves out as the 2021 NFL season plays out. Entering Week 14, just four of the 16 NFC teams are in the same spot as they were last week. All of the other NFC teams have a new place in the Power Rankings based on recent results and overall performance this year.

NFC Power Rankings: Teams struggling the most

NFC teams ranked #16-#13 in the Week 13 Power Rankings of the 2021 NFL season.

#16 - Detroit Lions (1-10-1)

Last week: #16

Next Week: vs. Denver Broncos

The Detroit Lions finally earned their first victory of the season. They defeated the Minnesota Vikings when quarterback Jared Goff threw a touchdown pass as time expired. There are no more winless teams in the NFL.

Even with the win, the Lions still have the worst record in the NFL. That is why they remain in last place in the NFC Power Rankings. Eight of their 12 games this year have been decided by less than ten points, so as they continue to compete, they can win again before the end of the season.

#15 - Chicago Bears (4-8)

Last week: #14

Next Week: vs. Green Bay Packers

After earning a victory on Thanksgiving Day over the Lions, the Chicago Bears went back to their losing ways this week. They have now lost six of their last seven games while dropping back down the Power Rankings.

In all likelihood, head coach Matt Nagy is going to be fired at some point this year. It may not officially happen until after the season, but the Bears will almost definitely have a new head coach for the 2022 NFL season.

#14 - New Orleans Saints (5-7)

Last week: #13

Next Week: vs. New York Jets

The New Orleans Saints have lost their last five consecutive games after starting the season with a solid 5-2 record. They currently have the longest active losing streak in the entire NFL.

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara

The Saints were as high as sixth in the Power Rankings a little over a month ago but now they sit in the bottom three. Their offense has been plagued by injuries this season, including Jameis Winston, Michael Thomas and Alvin Kamara.

#13 - Carolina Panthers (5-7)

Last week: #12

Next Week: vs. Atlanta Falcons

The Carolina Panthers were on a bye last week but still made major headlines when they fired their offensive coordinator Joe Brady. It was a surprising move considering he was one of the hottest names in coaching prior to the start of the season.

The Panthers will look to get Cam Newton rolling in Week 14 and try to climb back up the Power Rankings. He has lost both games since returning as the starting quarterback to replace Sam Darnold.

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NFC Power Rankings: Teams that need to do better

NFC teams ranked #12-#9 in the Week 13 Power Rankings of the 2021 NFL season.

#12 - New York Giants (4-8)

Last week: #10

Next Week: vs. Los Angeles Chargers

Only two teams in the NFC have scored fewer points than the New York Giants this year. Part of the reason is because of various injuries to many of their key offensive players throughout the year.

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones

Adding to their list of injuries is quarterback Daniel Jones. If he were to miss the rest of the season, there is a possibility that he has started his last game with the Giants.

#11 - Seattle Seahawks (4-8)

Last week: #15

Next Week: vs. Houston Texans

The Seattle Seahawks were the lowest they have been all season in the Power Rankings last week. After a crucial victory that may have potentially saved their season, they jumped back up a few spots.

The Seahawks will look to continue their climb back up the Power Rankings when they take on the Houston Texans in Week 14 in a favorable matchup. The Texans are the first team in the NFL to be mathematically eliminated from the playoffs this year.

#10 - Atlanta Falcons (5-7)

Last week: #9

Next Week: vs. Carolina Panthers

The Atlanta Falcons have been one of the most inconsistent teams this year, and their fluctuating spot in the Power Rankings has reflected that. They've been as high as 6th and as low as 15th in the weekly NFC Power Rankings throughout the season.

Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith

The Falcons have the worst points differential in the entire NFC. They have allowed the most points to opposing teams this year while only scoring the fourth fewest number of points in the NFC.

#9 - Minnesota Vikings (5-7)

Last week: #7

Next Week: vs. Pittsburgh Steelers

The Minnesota Vikings suffered the most disappointing loss possible this week. They gave the Detroit Lions their first and only win of the season so far in a division rivalry game.

Defense has been the biggest reason for the Vikings' struggles this season. They are one of only three teams in the NFC to have allowed over 300 points entering Week 14.

NFC Power Rankings: Teams that are close

NFC teams ranked #8-#5 in the Week 13 Power Rankings of the 2021 NFL season.

#8 - Philadelphia Eagles (6-7)

Last week: #11

Next Week: BYE

Minshew Mania returned to the NFL this week, but this time with the Philadelphia Eagles. Gardner Minshew scored a victory for the Eagles in his first start with his new team, replacing the injured Jalen Hurts.

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Gardner Minshew

The Eagles enter their Week 14 bye by sitting just half a game out of a playoff spot. They have a favorable schedule the rest of the way, with three of their final four games being played at home.

#7 - San Francisco 49ers (6-6)

Last week: #6

Next Week: vs. Cincinnati Bengals

The San Francisco 49ers had been surging up the Power Rankings with a three-game winning streak. Unfortunately that ended for them this week when they were upset by Russell Wilson and the desperate Seattle Seahawks.

The 49ers currently hold one of the Wild Card spots in the NFC playoff picture. They will look to bounce back from their loss and climb back up the Power Rankings in a difficult Week 14 matchup with the Cincinnati Bengals.

#6 - Washington Football Team (6-6)

Last week: #8

Next Week: vs. Dallas Cowboys

The Washington Football Team has the longest active winning streak in the NFC. They have won their last four consecutive games and are surging up the Power Rankings.

Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke

Quarterback Taylor Heinicke is proving that he is a competitor. He battled hard during the streak to win three of the four games by a score of less than a touchdown. They were as low as 15th in the NFC Power Rankings a few weeks ago.

#5 - Los Angeles Rams (8-4)

Last week: #5

Next Week: vs. Arizona Cardinals

The Los Angeles Rams ended their three-game losing streak with a much-needed dominant victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars. Matthew Stafford got himself back on track by throwing three touchdowns in the blowout.

The Rams have their most important game of the season in Week 14 against the Arizona Cardinals. It could be their last chance to get back in the race for the top seed in the NFC Playoffs. A win would catapult the Rams higher in the Power Rankings.

NFC Power Rankings: The top teams

NFC teams ranked #4-#1 in the Week 13 Power Rankings of the 2021 NFL season.

#4 - Dallas Cowboys (8-4)

Last week: #4

Next Week: vs. Washington Football Team

The Dallas Cowboys defense stepped up in a big way in their victory over the New Orleans Saints. They registered four interceptions, including another by Trevon Diggs, who leads the NFL in interceptions.

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs

The Dallas Cowboys have remained in the top five in the NFC Power Rankings for almost the entire season. They will look to climb higher as they continue to compete for the top seed in the NFC Playoffs.

#3 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers (9-3)

Last week: #3

Next Week: vs. Buffalo Bills

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are currently on a three-game winning streak following a two-game losing streak. They are the highest scoring team in the NFL this season as their offense continues to dominate.

Tom Brady is the current favorite to win the NFL MVP award this season. He leads the NFL in passing yards and touchdowns. He will try to keep it rolling in Week 14 against one of the best defenses in the NFL, the Buffalo Bills.

#2 - Green Bay Packers (9-3)

Last week: #1

Next Week: vs. Chicago Bears

The Green Bay Packers dropped one spot in the Week 14 Power Rankings. They have remained in the top three of the Power Rankings for almost the entire season so far.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers

Aaron Rodgers has only lost one game since the first week of the season. He is another favorite for the NFL MVP award this year, along with Tom Brady. Rodgers ranks in the top five in the NFL in passer rating and QBR.

#1 - Arizona Cardinals (10-2)

Last week: #2

Next Week: vs. Los Angeles Rams

The Arizona Cardinals are the first team in the NFL this season to reach ten wins. They sit on top of the Power Rankings as they have for the majority of the season. They were happy to welcome back their superstar quarterback this week after missing a month.

Kyler Murray is officially back and he hasn't missed a beat. He was right back to playing as one of the best players in the entire NFL, scoring four touchdowns combined between passing and rushing.