Los Angeles Chargers
The Los Angeles Chargers' #8 ranking with an 11-4 record appears justified given their strong overall performance, though the absence of "major wins" suggests they may lack signature victories against top-tier opponents that would elevate them higher in the power rankings. While their 11-4 record demonstrates consistent execution and likely strong play from key players like Justin Herbert, their ranking behind teams with similar or even worse records (compared to the 9-5 Packers) indicates potential concerns about strength of schedule or close wins against weaker competition. The Chargers' primary strength appears to be their ability to win games consistently, but their weakness may lie in failing to dominate against quality opponents or struggling in high-profile matchups that would establish them as legitimate contenders. To maintain their playoff position and potentially climb the rankings, Los Angeles needs to secure at least one statement victory against a top opponent while avoiding any costly late-season losses that could undermine their strong regular season record and playoff seeding.
| Rank | Team | Record | Rating | Point Diff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #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 |
| #10 |
Houston Texans
|
10-5 | 76.22 | +97 |