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NFL POWER RANKINGS: Where all 32 teams stand going into Week 4

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NFL POWER RANKINGS: Where all 32 teams stand going into Week 4

1. Kansas City Chiefs

1. Kansas City Chiefs

Record: 3-0

Last week: Beat the Chargers, 24-10

This week: vs. Washington Redskins

One thing to know: Rookie sensation Kareem Hunt has more rushing yards by himself than 26 other teams. Hunt has played a major part in the Chiefs' hot start.

2. Atlanta Falcons

2. Atlanta Falcons

Record: 3-0

Last week: Beat the Lions 30-26

This week: vs. Buffalo Bills

One thing to know: While their win over the Lions had a somewhat controversial ending, the Falcons went into Detroit and got the win to remain undefeated. With wins over two top teams just three weeks into the year, the Falcons look like early favorites to make it back to the Super Bowl to avenge last year's loss.

3. New England Patriots

3. New England Patriots

Record: 2-1

Last week: Beat the Texans, 36-33

This week: vs. Carolina Panthers

One thing to know: The Patriots haven't had the prettiest start to the season, but on days like last Sunday, when their defense is struggling against a weak opponent, rest assured that Tom Brady and the offense can take care of things.

4. Green Bay Packers

4. Green Bay Packers

Record: 2-1

Last week: Beat the Bengals 27-24

This week: vs. Chicago Bears

One thing to know: It took overtime for the Packers to get past the lowly Bengals last week, but with Aaron Rodgers looking sharp as ever and Jordy Nelson back and catching touchdowns, there's still few teams in the NFC you'd like to face less than Green Bay.

5. Oakland Raiders

5. Oakland Raiders

Record: 2-1

Last week: Lost to the Redskins, 27-10

This week: at Denver Broncos

One thing to know: The Raiders were suffocated by the Redskins on Sunday, failing to convert on third down on 11 attempts. Derek Carr, averaging just 6.7 yards per attempt, faces a stiff test in Denver this week.

6. Denver Broncos

6. Denver Broncos

Record: 2-1

Last week: Lost to Bills 26-16

This week: vs. Oakland Raiders

One thing to know: The Broncos were losers in Buffalo on Sunday, and that loss was a big win for bookmakers across Las Vegas, as close to 80% of the money bet on the game was put on Denver coming off their big win over the Cowboys. Just a reminder to always take a close look at a home underdog.

7. Pittsburgh Steelers

7. Pittsburgh Steelers

Record: 2-1

Last week: Lost to the Bears, 23-17

This week: at Baltimore Ravens

One thing to know: The only thing drawing more attention than the Steelers' disappointing loss to the Bears was the hullabaloo over Alejandro Villanueva standing by himself for the anthem. Villanueva later said the team "butchered" their attempt to stay away from the anthem and apologized.

8. Detroit Lions

8. Detroit Lions

Record: 2-1

Last week: Lost to Falcons 30-26

This week: at Minnesota Vikings

One thing to know: Golden Tate was just inches away from winning the game for the Lions on Sunday, but a frustrating bit of refereeing left him and the team out to dry and with their first loss of the season. Amazingly, the wild ending came exactly five years after Tate's infamous "Fail Mary" catch while he was still in Seattle.

9. Tennessee Titans

9. Tennessee Titans

Record: 2-1

Last week: Beat the Seahawks, 33-27

This week: at Houston Texans

One thing to know: After struggling in Week 1 against the Raiders, the Titans have now scored 70 points over the last two weeks. The offense appears to have found its footing.

10. Dallas Cowboys

10. Dallas Cowboys

Record: 2-1

Last week: Beat the Cardinals 28-17

This week: vs. Los Angeles Rams

One thing to know: Teams across the league got attention this week for demonstrations during the national anthem, but the Cowboys caused something of a stir with their decision to kneel before the anthem took place. Since then, the president has indicated that he spoke with owner Jerry Jones and that no kneeling would be seen on the Dallas sideline.

11. Philadelphia Eagles

11. Philadelphia Eagles

Record: 2-1

Last week: Beat the New York Giants, 27-24

This week: at Los Angeles Chargers

One thing to know: Carson Wentz said he'd give his game check to kicker Jake Elliott if he hit a 61-yard, game-winning field goal — and then Elliott nailed it. Pay up, Carson!

12. Minnesota Vikings

12. Minnesota Vikings

Record: 2-1

Last week: Beat the Buccaneers 34-17

This week: vs. Detroit Lions

One thing to know: Head coach Mike Zimmer is still mum on details regarding the eventual return of starting quarterback Sam Bradford, saying "It's really day-to-day." It's possible we get a few more games of Case Keenum under center.

13. Washington Redskins

13. Washington Redskins

Record: 2-1

Last week: Beat the Raiders, 27-10

This week: at Kansas City Chiefs

One thing to know: Josh Norman delivered a message to opposing receivers after blanketing Oakland's offense on Sunday: "Please, whatever you do, do not run your mouth if you're a wide receiver and expect to show up on Sundays, because I'm telling you, we are here and we are waiting."

14. Seattle Seahawks

14. Seattle Seahawks

Record: 1-2

Last week: Lost to Titans 33-27

This week: vs. Indianapolis Colts

One thing to know: Russell Wilson looked more like his old self on Sunday. Even with the loss, Seattle fans should be encouraged by his play — 373 yards and four touchdowns against the Titans.

15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Record: 1-1

Last week: Lost to the Vikings, 34-17

This week: vs. New York Giants

One thing to know: Jameis Winston's accuracy continues to be a major theme for the Bucs — his three interceptions in Week 3 led to two scores and the end of the game.

16. Baltimore Ravens

16. Baltimore Ravens

Record: 2-1

Last week: Lost to Jaguars 44-7

This week: vs. Pittsburgh Steelers

One thing to know: The Ravens might be the most enigmatic team in the league right now. After beating up on the Bengals and Browns, the team traveled to London and got absolutely walloped by the Jaguars. Might it have been the jet lag? The result of Sunday's game against the Steelers will be telling.

17. Arizona Cardinals

17. Arizona Cardinals

Record: 1-2

Last week: Lost to Cowboys, 28-17

This week: vs. San Francisco 49ers

One thing to know: The Cardinals appear to have major issues on the offensive line after they let up six sacks and 11 QB hits against the Cowboys.

18. Jacksonville Jaguars

18. Jacksonville Jaguars

Record: 2-1

Last week: Beat the Ravens, 44-7

This week: at New York Jets

One thing to know: Blake Bortles had arguably the best game of his career in Week 3, throwing four touchdowns and no interceptions, and posting at 128 passer rating against one of the best defenses in the league. If the Jaguars can keep things rolling against the Jets, the AFC South race may get interesting.

19. Buffalo Bills

19. Buffalo Bills

Record: 2-1

Last week: Beat the Broncos 26-16

This week: at Atlanta Falcons

One thing to know: Few would have guessed that after three weeks the Bills would sit atop the AFC East, but thanks to a stout defense and Tyrod Taylor's solid play, here we are.

20. Los Angeles Rams

20. Los Angeles Rams

Record: 2-1

Last week: Beat the 49ers 41-39

This week: at Dallas Cowboys

One thing to know: Jared Goff looked better than Rams fans have ever seen in Los Angeles' Thursday night win over the Niners, going 22-for-28 for 292 yards and three scores. If he can carry that level of play on the road to Dallas, the Rams might be in position to pull out the upset.

21. Houston Texans

21. Houston Texans

Record: 1-2

Last week: Lost to the Patriots, 36-33

This week: vs. Tennessee Titans

One thing to know: The Texans nearly stole a game from the Patriots, but couldn't stop Tom Brady on a game-winning drive. Now, at 1-2, Houston has just a 7% chance at making the postseason, according to ESPN's FPI.

22. Carolina Panthers

22. Carolina Panthers

Record: 2-1

Last week: Lost to Saints 34-13

This week: at New England Patriots

One thing to know: The Panthers came into Week 3 undefeated, but floundered against their division rivals at home. The Panthers' wins have come against teams that are now a combined 1-5, so Carolina still has some work to do before they prove that last year's disappointing season is in the past.

23. Miami Dolphins

23. Miami Dolphins

Record: 1-1

Last week: Lost to the Jets, 20-6

This week: vs. New Orleans Saints

One thing to know: Does being shut out until the final drive by the woeful Jets say more about the Jets or more about a Dolphins offense still getting used to Jay Cutler? Week 4 against the porous Saints should be an answer.

24. New Orleans Saints

24. New Orleans Saints

Record: 1-2

Last week: Beat the Panthers 34-13

This week: at Dolphins (in London)

One thing to know: This Sunday will be just the Saints' second time playing in London as a part of the NFL International Series and their first trip since 2008.

25. Chicago Bears

25. Chicago Bears

Record: 1-2

Last week: Beat the Steelers 23-17

This week: at Green Bay Packers

One thing to know: After coming up just short at home against the Falcons in Week 1, the Bears were able to take down the Steelers in Chicago on Sunday, proving that while the team is still putting the pieces together, they're unlikely to be an easy road win for opponents throughout the season.

26. Los Angeles Chargers

26. Los Angeles Chargers

Record: 0-3

Last week: Lost to the Chiefs, 24-10

This week: vs. Philadelphia Eagles

One thing to know: The win-less Chargers have had trouble winning over fans in LA, and they may continue to do so — they face the Eagles, Giants, Raiders, Broncos, and Patriots over the next five weeks.

27. New York Giants

27. New York Giants

Record: 0-3

Last week: Lost to the Eagles 27-24

This week: at Tampa Bay Buccaneers

One thing to know: Although New York fell just short of their fourth quarter comeback against the Eagles, it was a comfort to Giants fans to see glimpses of the old Odell Beckham Jr. on the field, who had nine catches for 79 yards and two touchdowns, as well as yet another eye-grabbing celebration.

28. Indianapolis Colts

28. Indianapolis Colts

Record: 1-2

Last week: Beat the Browns, 31-28

This week: at Seattle Seahawks

One thing to know: TY Hilton said the Colts would not lose Week 3 and he delivered with 153 yards and a touchdown in their first win of the season. We'll see if he can keep it up against a Seattle defense that was carved up by the Titans last week.

29. Cincinnati Bengals

29. Cincinnati Bengals

Record: 0-3

Last week: Lost to the Packers, 27-24 (OT)

This week: at Cleveland Browns

One thing to know: After failing to score a touchdown in the first two weeks of the season, the Bengals looked revitalized in Week 3 under new OC Bill Lazor. Unfortunately, it wasn't enough to stop Aaron Rodgers, and the Bengals are still looking for a first win.

30. New York Jets

30. New York Jets

Record: 1-2

Last week: Beat the Dolphins 20-6

This week: vs. Jacksonville Jaguars

One thing to know: The Jets showed up strong at home for a divisional opponent, handling Jay Cutler and the Dolphins. This game would've been a shut out if not for a DeVante Parker touchdown reception as time expired.

31. Cleveland Browns

31. Cleveland Browns

Record: 0-3

Last week: Lost to Colts, 31-28

This week: vs. Cincinnati Bengals

One thing to know: The once-intriguing Browns season has gotten off to a disappointing start as DeShone Kizer has looked over-matched against NFL defenses and No. 1 pick Myles Garrett still hasn't taken the field.

32. San Francisco 49ers

32. San Francisco 49ers

Record: 0-3

Last week: Lost to the Rams 41-39

This week: at Arizona Cardinals

One thing to know: The Niners fell just short of completing the comeback on Thursday night, but the team did enough to cover the spread in epic fashion. Even with an exciting game on the field though, their stadium still sat almost entirely empty.

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