Just as we did a few weeks ago, we're splitting the league into four buckets: the inner and outer circles of contenders, fringe playoff teams and those that should be making draft preparations. Those tiers are listed below, with the teams in each tier listed in alphabetical order.

My power rankings from last week appear to have been on the right track. After the Panthers’ shocking upset over the Packers, they’ve clearly established themselves as a solid team and potential playoff contender.

After four of the top six teams lost, the top 10 has a new look — and a new No. 1 — as we hand out our midseason report cards.

Seattle's blowout of the Washington Commanders on Sunday night was a clinic by Darnold and also featured a swarming, attacking defense that ranks fifth in the league in scoring (18.8 points allowed per game) and is tied for third in sacks (27).

The NFL has reached its halfway point in the regular season. So, who is in line to win the 2025 NFL Defensive Player of the Year award?