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    The Houston Texans fell to 6-3 in the regular season after winning a close game against the New York Jets Colts at MetLife Stadium.

    Houston is three games in, but does it feel like one of the best teams in the AFC? Even though they lost the face-off, the Buffalo Bills feel more complete. The Baltimore Ravens run the football with ease despite two struggles at the start of the game. Even the Pittsburgh Steelers, Cincinnati Bengals and New York Jets could make some noise down the stretch.

    Meanwhile, Kansas City remains the only undefeated lineup after needing an overtime battle with Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to secure a 6-point victory. Just because the Chiefs remain unscathed doesn’t mean they’re the best team in the league. A team like Baltimore or Detroit finds ways to win before the schedule becomes daunting.

    The 2024 season quickly separates the contenders, maybe, maybe not, and the contenders entering November. Here’s a look at the Week 10 power rankings.

    32. Las Vegas Raiders (2-7): Last week 25

    October 20, 2024; Inglewood, California, United States; Los Angeles Rams cornerback Cobie Durant (14) knocks the ball out of the hands of Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Gardner Minshew (15) during the second quarter at SOFI Stadium. The ball was recovered by Los Angeles Rams safety Kamren Curl (3) and the runback for a touchdown. Mandatory credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

    31. New England Patriots (2-7) | Last week: #29

    October 20, 2024; London, United Kingdom; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) in the first half during an NFL International Series match at Wembley Stadium. Mandatory credit: Peter van den Berg-Imagn Images

    30. Carolina Panthers (2-7) | Last week: #32

    October 27, 2024; Denver, Colorado, United States; Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young (9) at the line of scrimmage in the first half against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

    29. Tennessee Titans (2-6) | Last week: #29

    October 20, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, United States; Tennessee Titans quarterback Mason Rudolph (11) throws a pass as he is tackled by Buffalo Bills defensive tackle DaQuan Jones (92) in the fourth quarter at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

    29 New Orleans Saints (2-7) | Last week: #26

    September 15, 2024; Arlington, Texas, United States; New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) battles against the Dallas Cowboys in the second half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

    28. Cleveland Browns (2-7) | Last week: #22

    Cleveland Browns wide receiver Cedric Tillman (19) celebrates his touchdown with quarterback Jameis Winston (5) during the second half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens at Huntington Bank Field on Sunday, October 27 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio.

    27. Jacksonville Jaguars (2-7) Last week: No. 26

    October 20, 2024; London, United Kingdom; Jacksonville Jaguars running back Tank Bigsby (4) celebrates with offensive tackle Anton Harrison (77) after scoring on a 1-yard touchdown run against the New England Patriots in the first half of an NFL International game Series at Wembley Stadium. Mandatory credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

    25. Dallas Cowboys (3-5) | Last week: #23

    September 15, 2024; Arlington, Texas, United States; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) throws during the first half against the New Orleans Saints at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

    24. New York Giants (3-6): Last week: No. 24

    October 28, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States; New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (1) warms up before playing against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

    23. Miami Dolphins (2-6) | Last week: 26

    September 12, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, United States; Miami Dolphins running back De’Von Achane (28) runs with the football against Buffalo Bills cornerback Christian Benford (47) during the second quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

    22. Chicago beats (4-5) | Last week: #13

    September 15, 2024; Houston, Texas, United States; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) jogs off the field after a game during the third quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

    21. Indianapolis Colts (4-5) | Last week: #16

    Houston Texans cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. (24) chases Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson (5) Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, during a game against the Houston Texans at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

    20. New York Jets (3-6) | Last week: #30

    October 14, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States; New York Jets running back Breece Hall (20) runs with the ball against the Buffalo Bills during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images

    19. Seattle Seahawks (4-5) | Last week: #19

    October 27, 2024; Seattle, Washington, United States; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) reacts after a delay of game penalty after a fourth quarter touchdown against the Buffalo Bills at Lumen Field. Mandatory credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

    18. Denver Broncos (5-4) | Last week: #12

    October 6, 2022; Denver, Colorado, United States; Indianapolis Colts running back Phillip Lindsay (30) runs through Denver Broncos safety Caden Sterns (30) as linebacker Bradley Chubb (55) defends in the second quarter at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

    17. Cincinnati Bengals (4-5) | Last week: #21

    Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow had his first career five-touchdown passing game against the NFL Ravens Week 5 on Sunday, October 6, 2024 at Payor Stadium. The Bengals lost 41-38 in overtime.

    16. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-5) | Last week: #14

    October 21, 2024; Tampa, Florida, United States; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) throws the ball against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

    15. San Francisco 49ers (4-4) | Last week: #15

    October 6, 2024; Santa Clara, California, United States; San Francisco 49ers running back Jordan Mason (24) carries the ball against the Arizona Cardinals during the second quarter at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

    14. Los Angeles Rams (4-4) | Last week: #20

    Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws a pass against the Detroit Lions during the first half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, September 8, 2024.

    13. Arizona Cardinals (5-4) | Last week: #18

    October 27, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, United States; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) returns to pass against the Miami Dolphins in the first quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

    12. Los Angeles Chargers (5-3) | Last week: #17

    September 15, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, United States; Los Angeles Chargers running back JK Dobbins (27) breaks away from Carolina Panthers linebacker Josey Jewell (47) for a touchdown run during the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

    11. Houston Texans (6-3) | Last week: #8

    October 27, 2024; Houston, Texas, United States; Houston Texans defensive end Danielle Hunter (55) celebrates with her teammates after receiving a sack late in the fourth quarter against the Indianapolis Colts at NRG Stadium. Mandatory credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

    10. Atlanta Falcons (6-3) | Last week: #11

    October 20, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, United States; Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) runs the ball against the Seattle Seahawks in the third quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

    9. Green Bay Packers (6-3) | Last week #4

    October 20, 2024; Green Bay, Wisconsin, United States; Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) reacts after being sacked by Houston Texans defensive end Danielle Hunter (55) at Lambeau Fieldd. Mandatory Credit: Tork Mason/Green Bay Press-Gazette via USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin-Imagn Images

    8. Minnesota Vikings (6-2) | Last week: #10

    September 22, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States; Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones (33) celebrates his touchdown with wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) against the Houston Texans in the first quarter at US Bank Stadium. Mandatory credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

    7. Philadelphia Eagles (6-2) | Last week: #6

    October 13, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) smiles after a victory against the Cleveland Browns at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

    6. Pittsburgh Steelers (6-2) | Last week: #7

    October 28, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson (3) looks to pass against the New York Giants during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

    5. Washington Commanders (7-2) | Last week #5

    October 27, 2024; Landover, Maryland, United States; Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) runs with the ball as Chicago Bears defensive end Montez Sweat (98) chases during the first quarter at Commanders Field. Mandatory credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

    4. Baltimore Ravens (6-3) | Last week: #9

    October 13, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, United States; Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) rushes during the first half against the Washington Commanders at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

    4. Buffalo Bills (7-2) | Last week: #3

    September 23, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, United States; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) runs against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

    2. Kansas City Chiefs (8-0) | Last week: #2

    September 5, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, United States; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) returns to the sideline after a game against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

    1. Detriot Lions (7-1) | Last week: #1

    Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) looks to pass against the Tennessee Titans during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans at Ford Field in Detroit on October 27, 2024.

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