In the relentless world of the NFL, power rankings going into Week 4 of the 2024 season have sparked debates and discussions among fans and analysts alike. Let’s dive into the rankings and see how teams have stacked up so far (previous rank in parentheses).
At the top of the list are the Kansas City Chiefs (1). Despite not blowing out their opponents, the Chiefs have managed to secure wins with key plays from QB Patrick Mahomes and a solid defense. Pro Bowl TE Travis Kelce may be getting shut down, but the team’s determination on their three-peat mission keeps them at the pinnacle of the rankings.
Moving on to the Minnesota Vikings (3), who have had an impressive start to the season with QB Sam Darnold leading the league in TD passes and a defense that leads in sacks. Coach Kevin O’Connell has been making a strong case for Coach of the Year with quality wins under his belt.
The Detroit Lions (4) have been riding the hot hand of DE Aidan Hutchinson, but they face a tough challenge against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 4. Will the Lions be able to break their six-game losing streak against the Seahawks?
The Philadelphia Eagles (5) have been getting it done on the ground, with RB Saquon Barkley’s electrifying 65-yard TD run standing out as one of the season’s highlights so far.
Despite QB Jordan Love’s knee injury, the Green Bay Packers (6) have surprisingly become the league’s top rushing attack. The Pack’s rushing yards have been a force to be reckoned with through three games.
In a surprising turn of events, QB Aaron Rodgers has found success with the New York Jets (7) after never throwing a TD pass to a first-round wideout during his time in Green Bay. Rodgers managed to do what no other Jets QB has done in 16 years by beating the New England Patriots under the lights.
And rounding out the top 10 are the New Orleans Saints (9), whose slot corner, Alontae Taylor, has been making big plays on defense with 3.5 sacks to his name. The Saints’ offense may get the headlines, but their defense is showing up when it matters.
As the season progresses, these power rankings are sure to shift and evolve. Stay tuned for more exciting NFL action in the weeks to come.
