NFL Power Rankings Week 15: Where does every NFC team stand?

NFC Power Rankings: Teams that are close

NFC teams ranked #8-#5 in the Week 15 Power Rankings of the 2021 NFL season.

#8 - Philadelphia Eagles (6-7)

Last week: #8

Next Week: vs. Washington Football Team

Philadelphia Eagles quarterbacks Jalen Hurts and Gardner Minshew II

The Philadelphia Eagles are in the top half of the Power Rankings and right in the mix for a Wild Card spot in the NFC playoffs. They have won four of their last six games, including their most recent one with quarterback Gardner Minshew II getting his first start of the season. It was Minshew Mania in Philadelphia.

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#7 - Minnesota Vikings (6-7)

Last week: #9

Next Week: vs. Chicago Bears

Kirk Cousins currently has the second-best touchdown-to-interception ratio in the entire NFL. Dalvin Cook is in the top five in rushing yards while Justin Jefferson is in the top five in receiving yards. Despite all of these impressive statistics, they still sit below .500 on the season. They have fluctuated in the Power Rankings all year.

#6 - San Francisco 49ers (7-6)

Last week: #7

Next Week: vs. Atlanta Falcons

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle

The San Francisco 49ers are surging up the Power Rankings with their recent success. After starting the season with a disappointing 2-4 record, they have now won five of their last seven games, including four of their last five. Tight end George Kittle is on fire right now, recording 22 receptions for 332 yards and three touchdowns over his last two games.

#5 - Los Angeles Rams (9-4)

Last week: #5

Next Week: vs. Seattle Seahawks

The Los Angeles Rams have been in the top five of the NFC Power Rankings for the entire 2021 NFL season. They recorded a huge win this week over the Arizona Cardinals to keep their hopes alive of winning the NFC West division and competing for the top spot in the NFC playoff picture.