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NFL power rankings: Where the reloaded 49ers sit after bye week originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area
For some teams, it’s time to start booking those off-season flights to Cancun.
Yes, I’m talking to you, the New Orleans Saints, the Miami Dolphins and the Dallas Cowboys. You can try to change your seasons, but the writing is on the wall.
Week 9 featured two overtime thrillers, a stunt play you’ll have to see to believe, and heated divisional battles that lived up to the hype. All while the 49ers and Pittsburgh Steelers watched from their couches.
Here’s where San Francisco stands heading into Week 10:
32. Carolina Panthers (last week: 32)
Record: 2-7
young bryce He’s played pretty well the last two weeks since returning as a starter and pulled off a thrilling win at the end. That’s great news for a young quarterback who has had a rough ride, but appears to have a good head on his shoulders.
31. New England Patriots (last week: 29)
Record: 2-7
For the second straight week, a rookie quarterback scored a game-winning touchdown as time expired. Except Drake Maye It wasn’t that epic. Still impressive. Unfortunately for New England, it resulted in a tough overtime loss.
30. Tennessee Titans (last week: 31)
Record: 2-6
Titans against Patriots. A very stoppable force collides with a very mobile object. A good victory in overtime like Mason Rudolph continues to lean on Tony Pollard.
29. New York Giants (last week: 30)
Record: 2-7
Daniel Jones He finished the first half completing 4 of 6 pass attempts for ZERO yards and a touchdown. Really amazing stuff. That touchdown was also his first touchdown pass at home in 672 days. The comeback attempt was too little, too late.
28. Las Vegas Raiders (last week: 28)
Record: 2-7
There wasn’t any fancy tanking this week, at least on the defensive side of the ball. One week closer to one of the best draft picks.
27. Jacksonville Jaguars (last week: 27)
Record: 2-7
What week will Doug Pederson be fired? There is no doubt that it will be the first. It’s just a matter of time. They had a chance to complete the comeback in the second half, but the $55 million man Trevor Lorenzo He didn’t have it in him. Have you ever done it?
26. New Orleans Saints (last week: 26)
Record: 2-7
That’s it, friends! After a once promising start, the season is over for Derek Carr and Co., who have lost seven straight games.
25. Cleveland Browns (last week: 25)
Record: 2-7
James Winston He threw the 100th interception of his career. Then he released his 101st. Then he released his 102nd. That’s exactly what it’s going to do, they have to live with it. He won’t win shootouts every week.
24. Miami Dolphins (last week: 23)
Record: 2-6
They put up a great fight against the powerful Bills, but unfortunately for the Dolphins, De’Von Achane I can’t play defense. It’s going to be difficult to turn this season around.
23. New York Jets (last week: 24)
Record: 3-6
A great victory over a very good opponent. I still have big doubts, but both the offense and defense lived up to their potential. They face an uphill battle to get back into playoff contention.
22. Dallas Cowboys (last week: 17)
Record: 3-5
Things have fallen apart in Big D. Now Dak Prescott He is hurt. Someone’s getting fired this week, right?
21. Indianapolis Colts (last week: 22)
Record: 4-5
Making the change to Joe Skinny It was the right move. Him and running back. jonathan taylor It just so happened that I ran into the buzzsaw that is the Vikings defense this week.
20. Cincinnati Bengals (last week: 21)
Record: 4-5
joe burrow He did what he’s done all season. There’s no question about the offense’s potential, but can the defense improve? A necessary victory over a bad team.
19. Seattle Seahawks (last week: 18)
Record: 4-5
Gene Smith gives, Geno Smith takes away. Geno Smith gives, Geno Smith takes. He has a little bit of Jameis Winston in him and for that, they should move on in the offseason.
18. Chicago Bears (last week: 14)
Record: 4-4
two weeks in a row Caleb Williams and the Bears’ offense has looked bad. There will be more peaks and valleys to follow, that’s normal. Can the defense step up and carry them? Today they didn’t do it.
17. Denver Broncos (last week: 15)
Record: 5-4
bo nix he caught a touchdown pass on Denver’s version of the “Philly Special.” It’s fun to watch, even if it’s ugly at times. Denver, however, probably won’t be with the big boys down the stretch.
16. Arizona Cardinals (last week: 19)
Record: 5-4
Neither Kyle Murray, Marvin Harrison neither Trey McBride They are the engine that makes this offense run. Is James Conner and the running game, which can be unpredictable. This week was a great success. Next week? Who knows.
15. Los Angeles Rams (Last week: 20)
Record: 4-4
The NFC West, in my opinion, has two legitimate playoff contenders. The Rams, as long as Matthew Stafford and your weapons stay healthy and don’t get kicked out mid-game, they are one of them. The others (will be) the 49ers.
14. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (last week: 13)
Record: XX
13. Los Angeles Chargers (Last week: 16)
Record: 5-3
Justin Herbert destroyed a good Browns defense. I’ve been sounding the alarm about his weapons in the passing game, but it just doesn’t seem to matter. He succeeds. A good rebound for J.K. Dobbins.
12. San Francisco 49ers (last week: 12)
Record: 4-4 (Goodbye week)
They enjoyed a much-needed week of rest, where Christian McCaffrey We should be waiting for them on the other side. Is it time for the 49ers’ annual second half?
11. Houston Texans (last week: 8)
Record: 6-3
something happens with CJ Stroud. He has more than enough talent around him to overcome the loss of Stephen Diggsbut right now Joe Mixon He is the only reliable piece of the offense.
10. Green Bay Packers (last week: 10)
Record: 6-3
it was clear jordanian love It was hurting. It’s hard to get a win over a team as dominant as the Lions. This was a huge game, so I understand why you tried to play it. The bye week couldn’t come at a better time.
9. Atlanta Falcons (last week: 11)
Record: 6-3
stay warm, Kirk Cousins. Have a day Bijan Robinson. The vibes are great in Atlanta. It’s the Falcons division that has to lose.
8. Pittsburgh Steelers (last week: 7)
Record: 6-2 (Goodbye week)
The defense continues to throw balls and Russell Wilson seems to have turned back the clock. They have something very good right now, but a very tough schedule awaits them after the bye week.
7. Washington Commanders (last week: 9)
Record: 7-2
Jayden Daniels Keep doing Jayden Daniels stuff. Can he lead the ‘Manders into a tough stretch ahead against NFC East opponents?
6. Minnesota Vikings (last week: 5)
Record: 6-2
Sam Darnold He’s going to make his stupid mistakes, like he did in this game. But if you have the defense to stabilize yourself, like they do, those picks won’t be exhausting. Overall, a decent night for the officer.
5. Baltimore Ravens (last week: 6)
Record: 6-3
Lamar Jackson he continues to do it with his arm, as a big ‘fuck you’ to the many teams that doubted his passing ability over the years. Is Henry Derrick The favorite for Offensive Player of the Year?
4. Philadelphia Eagles (last week: 4)
Record: 6-2
Saquon Barkley He continued to prove that he is not from this planet. Jalen hurts and the offensive continued to advance. The Birds look great right now, but let’s see if they can keep it up all season.
3. Buffalo Bills (last week: 3)
Record: 7-2
jose alen performed some magic and distributed the ball evenly to all his receivers without Amari Cooper.
2. Detroit Lions (last week: 2)
Record: 7-1
Jared Goff He’s playing the best football of his career and the defense continues to rise. They are the clear favorite to represent the NFC in Super Bow LIX against…
1. Kansas City Chiefs (last week: 1)
Record: XX