Fox News Digital Sports NFL power rankings after Week 16 of the 2024 season
week. The Buccaneers need to bounce back quickly as they face the Panthers in a must-win game to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Last week: 12
15. Cincinnati Bengals (8-7) Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow throws against the Denver Broncos during the first half at Empower Field at Mile High. (Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images)
The Bengals came up short against the Ravens in a crucial divisional matchup. Joe Burrow and company will need to regroup quickly as they face the Broncos in a must-win game to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Last week: 15
16. San Francisco 49ers (8-7) San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance throws against the Atlanta Falcons during the second half at Levi\’s Stadium. (Kyle Terada-Imagn Images)
The 49ers suffered a tough loss to the Falcons, putting their playoff hopes in jeopardy. They will need to bounce back quickly as they face the Titans in a must-win game to keep their postseason dreams alive.
Last week: 16
17. New England Patriots (7-8) New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones throws against the Buffalo Bills during the first half at Highmark Stadium. (Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images)
The Patriots couldn\’t get the job done against the Bills, putting a dent in their playoff hopes. They will need to regroup quickly as they face the Jaguars in a must-win game to keep their postseason hopes alive.
Last week: 17
18. Atlanta Falcons (7-8) Atlanta Falcons quarterback Malik Willis throws against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half at Levi\’s Stadium. (Kyle Terada-Imagn Images)
The Falcons pulled off a big upset against the 49ers, keeping their playoff hopes alive. They will need to continue their winning ways as they face the Lions in a must-win game to stay in the playoff hunt.
Last week: 18
19. Indianapolis Colts (7-8) Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz throws against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half at State Farm Stadium. (Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images)
The Colts suffered a tough loss to the Cardinals, putting their playoff hopes in jeopardy. They will need to bounce back quickly as they face the Raiders in a must-win game to keep their postseason dreams alive.
Last week: 19
20. Arizona Cardinals (6-9) Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray throws against the Indianapolis Colts during the first half at State Farm Stadium. (Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images)
The Cardinals pulled off a big win against the Colts, keeping their slim playoff hopes alive. They will need to continue their winning ways as they face the Cowboys in a must-win game to stay in the playoff hunt.
Last week: 20
It\’s crunch time in the NFL as teams jockey for playoff positioning and fight to keep their postseason dreams alive. With only two weeks left in the regular season, every game becomes crucial as teams look to secure their spot in the playoffs. Stay tuned to Fox News for all the latest updates and analysis as the playoff picture continues to take shape.
