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NFL POWER RANKINGS: Where all 32 teams stand going into Week 4
32. Arizona Cardinals
31. Oakland Raiders
Record: 0-3
Last week: 24th
Week 2 result: Lost to the Dolphins, 28-20
Week 3 opponent: vs. Cleveland Browns
One thing to know: For the second straight week, the Raiders led early but couldn't close out their opponent. Meanwhile, Jon Gruden, for some reason, continues to talk about Khalil Mack.
30. Houston Texans
Record: 0-3
Last week: 22nd
Week 2 result: Lost to the Giants, 27-22
Week 3 opponent: at Indianapolis Colts
One thing to know: One bright spot for the Texans — J.J. Watt finally got going against the Giants, recording his first three sacks of the season.
29. San Francisco 49ers
Record: 1-2
Last week: 11th
Week 2 result: Lost to the Chiefs, 38-27
Week 3 opponent: at Los Angeles Chargers
One thing to know: With Jimmy Garoppolo out with a torn ACL, the 49ers season is all but over, barring some huge move. Will they turn to C.J. Beathard or pursue another QB?
28. Buffalo Bills
Record: 1-2
Last week: 32nd
Week 2 result: Beat the Vikings, 27-6
Week 3 opponent: at Green Bay Packers
One thing to know: The Buffalo Bills pulled off the upset of the year against the Vikings on Sunday thanks to solid defense and a promising performance from rookie Josh Allen, but the team still has a long way to go before they're considered a threat to make the playoffs.
27. New York Jets
Record: 1-2
Last week: 27th
Week 2 result: Lost to the Browns, 21-17
Week 3 opponent: at Jacksonville Jaguars
One thing to know: The Jets got caught up in Bakermania in Week 3 and never recovered. Sam Darnold, who was out-played by Mayfield, has thrown 1 touchdown and 4 interceptions since Week 1.
26. New York Giants
Record: 1-2
Last week: 30th
Week 2 result: Beat the Texans, 27-22
Week 3 opponent: vs. New Orleans Saints
One thing to know: Eli Manning, Odell Beckham Jr., and Saquon Barkley all played like many imagined they could at the start of the season, and it was enough to get the Giants their first win of the year.
25. Dallas Cowboys
Record: 1-2
Last week: 25th
Week 2 result: Lost to the Seahawks, 24-13
Week 3 opponent: vs. Detroit Lions
One thing to know: Dak Prescott hasn't thrown for over 200 yards in his last five games. He doesn't have much help around him, but that's concerning.
24. Seattle Seahawks
Record: 1-2
Last week: 23rd
Week 2 result: Beat the Cowboys, 24-13
Week 3 opponent: at Arizona Cardinals
One thing to know: The Seahawks best defender, Earl Thomas, came down with two interceptions on Sunday, but remains in the process of forcing the team to either pay him or trade him, and could wind up on another team as soon as next week.
23. Cleveland Browns
Record: 1-1-1
Last week: 28th
Week 2 result: Beat the Jets, 21-17
Week 3 opponent: at Oakland Raiders
One thing to know: The Browns have officially ushered in the Baker Mayfield era. He earned it, but will it leave Tyrod Taylor, who the team insisted was their starter, in an awkward position?
22. Detroit Lions
Record: 1-2
Last week: 29th
Week 2 result: Beat the Patriots, 26-10
Week 3 opponent: at Dallas Cowboys
One thing to know: Matt Patricia's first win as a head coach came against his former boss, making it the first time the Patriots had lost two games in a row since 2015.
21. Indianapolis Colts
Record: 1-2
Last week: 26th
Week 2 result: Lost to the Eagles, 20-16
Week 3 opponent: vs. Houston Texans
One thing to know: The Colts pulled Andrew Luck and put in Jacoby Brissett for a last-second Hail Mary attempt in Week 3. They insisted it had nothing to do with Luck's shoulder, but if Luck can't get the ball to the end zone, should he be playing?
20. Tennessee Titans
Record: 2-1
Last week: 21st
Week 2 result: Beat the Jaguars, 9-6
Week 3 opponent: vs. Philadelphia Eagles
One thing to know: The Titans grinded out an ugly win over the Jaguars, but are still dealing with quarterback health issues with regard to both Marcus Mariota and Blaine Gabbert.
19. Denver Broncos
Record: 2-1
Last week: 14th
Week 2 result: Lost to the Ravens, 27-14
Week 3 opponent: vs. Kansas City Chiefs
One thing to know: Penalties killed the Broncos on Sunday, with 13 flags for 120 yards and unknown points left off the board in the process.
18. Los Angeles Chargers
Record: 1-2
Last week: 15th
Week 2 result: Lost to the Rams, 35-23
Week 3 opponent: vs. San Francisco 49ers
One thing to know: After struggling to slow down a dynamic Rams offense, the Chargers may be looking forward to the return of Joey Bosa, who is expected back from a foot injury in early October.
17. Pittsburgh Steelers
Record: 1-1-1
Last week: 16th
Week 2 result: Beat the Buccaneers, 30-27
Week 3 opponent: vs. Baltimore Ravens
One thing to know: The Steelers got their first win of the season in Week 3, insisting they put the off-field drama behind them. Is trading Le'Veon Bell now the last step to moving forward?
16. Green Bay Packers
Record: 1-1-1
Last week: 7th
Week 2 result: Lost to the Redskins, 31-17
Week 3 opponent: vs. Buffalo Bills
One thing to know: Aaron Rodgers may be listed as healthy enough to play on game days, but watching him, it's tough not to think he's still a bit hindered by his injury suffered back in Week 1 against the Bears.
15. Cincinnati Bengals
Record: 2-1
Last week: 17th
Week 2 result: Lost to the Panthers, 31-21
Week 3 opponent: at Atlanta Falcons
One thing to know: The Bengals started out hot, but injuries and a tough schedule ahead could decide the season. Over their next six games, they play the Falcons, Dolphins, Steelers, Chiefs, Bucs, and Saints.
14. Baltimore Ravens
Record: 2-1
Last week: 19th
Week 2 result: Beat the Broncos, 27-14
Week 3 opponent: at Pittsburgh Steelers
One thing to know: Ravens kicker Justin Tucker continues to be an unmatched advantage on special teams, hitting a pair of 52-yard field goals in the first half for Baltimore — dating back to 2015, he's made 18 of 20 attempts from 50+ yards.
13. Washington Redskins
Record: 2-1
Last week: 20th
Week 2 result: Beat the Packers, 31-17
Week 3 opponent: Bye
One thing to know: Adrian Peterson has been a solid late-offseason pickup for the Redskins. In three games, he's posted 236 yards, 4.2 yards per carry, and 3 touchdowns.
12. Chicago Bears
Record: 2-1
Last week: 12th
Week 2 result: Beat the Cardinals, 16-14
Week 3 opponent: vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
One thing to know: Khalil Mack continues to be the most dominant defensive force in the NFL, and on Sunday became the first player to record a sack and a forced fumble in three straight games since... Khalil Mack in 2016.
11. Miami Dolphins
Record: 3-0
Last week: 18th
Week 2 result: Beat the Raiders, 28-20
Week 3 opponent: at New England Patriots
One thing to know: The Dolphins haven't had the toughest schedule, but undefeated is undefeated. Week 4 presents an interesting matchup between them and the struggling Patriots.
10. Atlanta Falcons
Record: 1-2
Last week: 8th
Week 2 result: Lost to the Saints, 43-37 (OT)
Week 3 opponent: vs. Cincinnati Bengals
One thing to know: Calvin Ridley emerged as a huge offensive weapon for the Falcons on Sunday, going off for 146 receiving yards and three touchdowns — grab him in your fantasy leagues if you still can.
9. New England Patriots
Record: 1-2
Last week: 6th
Week 2 result: Lost to the Lions, 26-10
Week 3 opponent: vs. Miami Dolphins
One thing to know: The Patriots' lack of elite skill players has shown during the first three weeks. The team looks slow and short-handed at times. Asking Julian Edelman and Josh Gordon to fix these problems on offense is asking a lot.
8. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Record: 2-1
Last week: 9th
Week 2 result: Lost to the Steelers, 30-27
Week 3 opponent: at Chicago Bears
One thing to know: With his suspension over, Jameis Winston is now free to return to the team, but after Ryan Fitzpatrick became the first quarterback in NFL history to throw for more than 400 yards in three straight games, it's not clear whether he'll get his job back.
7. New Orleans Saints
Record: 2-1
Last week: 13th
Week 2 result: Beat the Falcons, 43-37 (OT)
Week 3 opponent: at New York Giants
One thing to know: Drew Brees became the all-time NFL leader in completions on Sunday, passing Brett Favre for the top spot on the list.
6. Carolina Panthers
Record: 2-1
Last week: 10th
Week 2 result: Beat the Bengals, 31-21
Week 3 opponent: Bye
One thing to know: The Panthers wanted Cam Newton to be more accurate, and so far it's working. Newton is completing 67% of his passes so far, what would be a career-high by a mile.
5. Minnesota Vikings
Record: 1-1-1
Last week: 3rd
Week 2 result: Lost to the Bills, 27-6
Week 3 opponent: at Los Angeles Rams
One thing to know: Was the Vikings' blowout loss at the hand of the lowly Bills a troubling sign or a total fluke? We're guessing the latter. Buckle up for a barn-burner between the Vikes and the NFC-leading Rams, this Thursday.
4. Jacksonville Jaguars
Record: 2-1
Last week: 4th
Week 2 result: Lost to the Titans, 9-6
Week 3 opponent: vs. New York Jets
One thing to know: The Jaguars have now lost five of their last six games to the Titans — remember this next time you're betting this division rivalry.
3. Philadelphia Eagles
Record: 2-1
Last week: 5th
Week 2 result: Beat the Colts, 20-16
Week 3 opponent: at Tennessee Titans
One thing to know: Philly is tied for 22nd in points scored this season. Carson Wentz needs to get back into rhythm, and they're missing some key players, but through preseason and three regular season games, there's reason to be concerned about the Eagles' offense.
2. Kansas City Chiefs
Record: 3-0
Last week: 2nd
Week 2 result: Beat the 49ers, 38-27
Week 3 opponent: at Denver Broncos
One thing to know: With an NFL record 13 touchdown throws through the first three games of the season, Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs offense is setting the football world on fire.
1. Los Angeles Rams
Record: 3-0
Last week: 1st
Week 2 result: Beat the Chargers, 35-23
Week 3 opponent: vs. Minnesota Vikings
One thing to know: According to ESPN's Bill Barnwell, the Rams have gone three-and-out just 6% of the time, by far the best measure in the league. That this team has also given up the fewest points in the league is unfair.
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