NFL 2020: Power Rankings Week 5

#8 Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Los Angeles Chargers v Tampa Bay Buccaneers

It was an ugly start for the Buccaneers against the Chargers in the first half. But something got Brady and the offense on fire, as he threw 5 touchdown passes in a 38-31 win against the Chargers. Despite losing his two receivers in the game and not having help after that, the ageless quarterback showed us why he's still a threat in the league.

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#7 New England Patriots

New England Patriots v Kansas City Chiefs

The Patriots need Cam Newton back soon, as Brian Hoyer was not able to take on the Chiefs. He was benched for Jarrett Stidham who tried to get them on the board just once more, but it wasn't enough. It's unclear whether Newton can play next week against the Broncos, but I would suspect a change in starters if he is deemed to still not be in the clear of the COVID-19 virus.

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#6 Tennessee Titans

Tennessee Titans v Minnesota Vikings

The Titans had several players test positive for the COVID-19 virus, which postponed their Week 4 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. In the past few days since, there have not been any new positive cases within the team, which is a good sign moving forward.

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#5 Buffalo Bills

Buffalo Bills v Las Vegas Raiders

I said it last week and I'll say it again; Josh Allen is legit. With the Patriots without their star quarterback, the Bills could be the first place winners of the AFC East and dethrone the Patriots. They do play the Titans in Week 5, which will be a real test for this defense that still needs some improving but showed signs of much better play compared to Week 3.

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#4 Seattle Seahawks

Dallas Cowboys v Seattle Seahawks

The Seahawks continue to get lucky, as the Dolphins certainly choked their way into a loss during the fourth quarter of the game. Had it not been for the Seahawks' defense, it could have been a Dolphins win. The Seahawks will only get tested in Week 6, when they play their division rival, Cardinals.

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#3 Baltimore Ravens

Baltimore Ravens v Washington Football Team

This was an easy win for the Ravens. Tight end Mark Andrews had 2 touchdowns himself, which helped them overcome a Washington team that has allowed multiple teams to score 30+ points. They will be visited by Joe Burrow and the Bengals in a division rival stand-off for Week 5.

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#2 Green Bay Packers

Green Bay Packers v New Orleans Saints

The Packers took down the Falcons easily, as the offense looked good both in the passing and running game. Rodgers was without two of his top receivers tonight as well but despite that, he helped get the win for the team. If the defense can fix the penalty situation, it could help prevent possible comebacks by opposing teams.

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#1 Kansas City Chiefs

New England Patriots v Kansas City Chiefs

The Chiefs are unstoppable, both on the offense and defense on the side of the ball. For now, it certainly seems like they will be the repeat Superbowl winners if they continue to play like this. They face the Raiders in Week 5.