NFL Power Rankings Week 16: Where does every NFC team stand?

NFC Power Rankings: Teams that are close

NFC teams ranked #8-#5 in the Week 16 Power Rankings of the 2021 NFL season.

#8 - Philadelphia Eagles (7-7)

Last week: #8

Next Week: vs. New York Giants

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts

The Philadelphia Eagles remain in the top half of the NFC Power Rankings after winning their second consecutive game this week.

Quarterback Jalen Hurts and their stable of running backs have contributed to the Eagles averaging the most rushing yards per game in the NFL this season.

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#7 - Minnesota Vikings (7-7)

Last week: #7

Next Week: vs. Los Angeles Rams

No player in the NFL has had more receiving yards than Justin Jefferson since the start of the 2020 season. He's already one of the best wide receivers in the entire NFL, and he's still just in his second season.

The Vikings also have one of the top running backs in the NFL, Dalvin Cook. Their high-powered offense keeps them in the top half of the NFC Power Rankings.

#6 - San Francisco 49ers (8-6)

Last week: #6

Next Week: vs. Tennessee Titans

The San Francisco 49ers are one of the hottest teams in the NFL over the last two months. They have won six of their last eight games while scoring 30 or more points in five of those victories.

Deebo Samuel is one of the most dynamic players in the NFL while George Kittle is one of the top tight ends. Their elite weapons have them firmly planted in the top six in the NFC Power Rankings.

#5 - Arizona Cardinals (10-4)

Last week: #3

Next Week: vs. Indianapolis Colts

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray

The Arizona Cardinals have now lost consecutive games for the first time all season after suffering one of the worst upsets in the NFL this year by losing to the Detroit Lions. This is the lowest they have been in the Power Rankings in over two months. They will try to get back on track in a difficult matchup with the surging Indianapolis Colts in Week 16.