Jacksonville Jaguars
The Jacksonville Jaguars' #7 ranking appears surprisingly high given their historically inconsistent performance, though an 11-4 record certainly justifies playoff contention status. While the ranking suggests they've been competitive this season, the lack of "major wins" indicates they may have padded their record against weaker opponents rather than proving themselves against elite competition, which could explain why they rank behind teams like Denver (12-3) despite similar records to San Francisco and Los Angeles. The Jaguars' primary weakness appears to be their strength of schedule and quality wins, as evidenced by having no notable victories to highlight despite their strong record. Their ranking suggests they have solid fundamentals and consistency but lack the signature performances that would elevate them to true contender status. To maintain their playoff position and potentially climb higher, Jacksonville needs to secure meaningful victories against top-tier opponents in their remaining games and demonstrate they can compete with elite teams rather than just capitalizing on a favorable schedule. A strong finish against quality opposition would validate their ranking and build crucial momentum heading into the postseason.
| Rank | Team | Record | Rating | Point Diff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #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 |
| #8 |
Los Angeles Chargers
|
11-4 | 82.76 | +48 |
| #9 |
Green Bay Packers
|
9-5 | 78.70 | +61 |