NFL Power Rankings Week 18: Where does every NFC team stand?

NFC Power Rankings: Teams that need to do better

NFC teams ranked #12-#9 in the Week 18 Power Rankings of the 2021 NFL season.

#12 - Chicago Bears (6-10)

Last week: #12

Next week: vs. Minnesota Vikings

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields

The Chicago Bears are rising back up the Power Rankings after winning their last two consecutive games. They were as low as 15th in the NFC Power Rankings this season. They are the only team in the NFL with an overall losing record, while also on an active winning streak entering Week 18.

#11 - Seattle Seahawks (6-10)

Last week: #13

Next week: vs. Arizona Cardinals

The Seattle Seahawks improved their spot in the Power Rankings after their biggest offensive performance of the season, scoring 51 points. They are still one of the most disappointing teams of the 2021 NFL season. They had hoped to compete for a Super Bowl, but instead they are in the bottom half of the Power Rankings.

#10 - Atlanta Falcons (7-9)

Last week: #10

Next week: vs. New Orleans Saints

The Atlanta Falcons have bounced up and down the Power Rankings all season. They have been in the NFC Wild Card picture for much of the season. Unfortunately, have been mathematically eliminated from playoff contention. First-time head coach Arthur Smith will look to build off a decent season and make improvements for his second year.

#9 - Minnesota Vikings (7-9)

Last week: #8

Next week: vs. Chicago Bears

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins

The Minnesota Vikings were officially eliminated from the NFC Playoff race when they were defeated by the Green Bay Packers this week. This is the second straight year they will not be a part of the postseason. They will have decisions to make this offseason about the futures of quarterback Kirk Cousins and head coach Mike Zimmer.