Denver Broncos
The Denver Broncos' #5 ranking with a 12-3 record is justified by their excellent win percentage and strong overall performance, though the lack of notable marquee wins against top-tier opponents may be keeping them from a higher position. Their 12-3 record demonstrates remarkable consistency throughout the season, suggesting they have solid fundamentals and coaching, but the absence of signature victories raises questions about how they'd fare against elite competition in the playoffs. The Broncos' key strength appears to be their ability to consistently win games they should win, avoiding the trap losses that derail other teams' seasons, though their schedule strength and quality of opposition remain unclear without more detailed win analysis. To maintain or improve their playoff positioning, Denver needs to prove themselves against higher-ranked teams and demonstrate they can win in different styles of games - whether that's high-scoring shootouts or defensive battles - to show they're truly ready for postseason competition where margin for error is minimal.
| Rank | Team | Record | Rating | Point Diff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #3 |
Buffalo Bills
|
11-4 | 91.27 | +90 |
| #4 |
Los Angeles Rams
|
11-4 | 90.08 | +158 |
| #5 |
Denver Broncos
|
12-3 | 89.25 | +67 |
| #6 |
San Francisco 49ers
|
11-4 | 84.27 | +72 |
| #7 |
Jacksonville Jaguars
|
11-4 | 83.21 | +98 |