NFL Power Rankings Week 6: Where does every AFC team stand?

#9 Kansas City Chiefs (2-3)

Previous Rank: 8

Next Week: vs. Washington Football Team

This might be the strangest time for the Kansas City Chiefs, as they currently sit at the bottom of the AFC West. In their defense, they were beaten by the much better Buffalo Bills (more on them later). The Chiefs could fall out of favor with an AFC West divisional win should they lose again next week.

#8 Tennesee Titans (3-2)

Previous Rank: 9

Next Week: vs. Buffalo Bills

The Tennessee Titans have found some footing after logging a win. However, that victory came against the 0-5 Jacksonville Jaguars. The Titans will have their hands full when they take on the Buffalo Bills on Monday Night Football. Should they miraculously win, they might be able to put back the puzzle that is their season.

#7 Las Vegas Raiders (3-2)

Previous Rank: 6

Next Week: vs. Denver Broncos

The Las Vegas Raiders dropped the ball against the Chicago Bears on Sunday. and were delivered a loss that should have been an easy win. Now, with Jon Gruden effectively stepping down as Raiders head coach, thanks to his controversial emails, they will have to find an interim head coach to keep themselves relevant.

#6 Denver Broncos (3-2)

Previous Rank: 4

Next Week: vs. Las Vegas Raiders

The Denver Broncos finally suffered a loss, but it was against a team that should be considered a playoff hopeful. The Steelers effectively accomplished their comeback win against the Broncos. They did so by not being able to score touchdowns through three-quarters of football as the Broncos easily lost.

#5 Cincinnati Bengals (3-2)

Previous Rank: 7

Next Week: vs. Detroit Lions

The Cincinnati Bengals have effectively jumped up a couple of spots in this week's power rankings as they play tough every single week. They nearly beat the Green Bay Packers in a thrilling game on Sunday. Missed field goals led to overtime and almost a 4-1 season record.

#4 Cleveland Browns (3-2)

Previous Rank: 5

Next Week: Arizona Cardinals

The woes of the Cleveland Browns have largely been due to Baker Mayfield not pulling his weight with the rest of the team. Their running game and defense are top tier, but Baker needs to join the rest of his team's skill level.

However, the Browns nearly beat the Los Angeles Chargers, and Baker's 305 yards and two TD performances are nothing to scoff at. The Browns will need to fire on all cylinders if they are to beat the 5-0 Cardinals next week.

#3 Baltimore Ravens (4-1)

Previous Rank: 2

Next Week: Los Angeles Chargers

The Baltimore Ravens had a come-from-behind victory against the Indianapolis Colts, and they remain one of the strongest teams in the AFC. Their rushing attack remains one of the top in the league. Lamar Murray threw for a career-high 442 yards during Monday's victory. The Ravens will have to battle against a very strong Chargers team in Week 6.

#2 Los Angeles Chargers (4-1)

Previous Rank: 3

Next Week: vs. Baltimore Ravens

The Los Angeles Chargers might have the makings of a 2021-22 season MVP with Justin Herbert at the helm. Herbert and company have surprised the entire league, and currently sit alone in the AFC West. Should the Chargers continue to beat out top competitive teams, they might have a straight shot at the AFC Championship.

#1 Buffalo Bills (4-1)

Previous Rank: 1

Next Week: vs. Tennessee Titans

The Buffalo Bills sit atop the AFC, and are currently only behind the Los Angeles Rams and Arizona Cardinals as one of the top teams in the entire league. Josh Allen might also make his case for the MVP award in the coming weeks. Their +108 point differential is the best in the league, and there seems to be no stopping them. The entire league should be put on notice.