NFL Power Rankings Week 17: Where does every NFC team stand?

NFC Power Rankings: The top teams

NFC teams ranked #4-#1 in the Week 17 Power Rankings of the 2021 NFL season.

#4 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers (11-4)

Last week: #4

Next week: vs. New York Jets

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Rob Gronkowski and Tom Brady

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have been in the top five in the NFC Power Rankings for the entire 2021 NFL season. Tom Brady leads the top rated passing attack this year, averaging 300 yards per game. He also leads the NFL in touchdown passes. The Buccaneers recently lost Chris Godwin for the remainder of the season. Antonio Brown's return somewhat makes up for the lost production.

#3 - Los Angeles Rams (11-4)

Last week: #3

Next week: vs. Baltimore Ravens

The Los Angeles Rams have surpassed the Arizona Cardinals in the NFC West division race by winning their last four games. Cooper Kupp continues to dominate defenses as he is on pace to set a new single-season record in receiving yards. He is currently on pace for 1,965 receiving yards.

#2 - Dallas Cowboys (11-4)

Last week: #2

Next week: vs. Arizona Cardinals

Dak Prescott had a career game this week, throwing five touchdown passes against Washington. He has led the Dallas Cowboys to a four-game winning streak and the second spot in the Power Rankings. If they win their final two games of the season, they have a shot at the top seed in the playoffs. They would just need the Green Bay Packers to lose one more game.

#1 - Green Bay Packers (12-3)

Last week: #1

Next week: vs. Minnesota Vikings

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers

The Green Bay Packers own the top spot in the Power Rankings. They have the best record in the NFL. If they win the remainder of their games, they will earn the top seed in the NFC playoffs. Aaron Rodgers is once again one of the favorites to win the NFL MVP award. He has won three times, including last year.